[NEohioPAL] Tell-Tale Play & Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

[The Kent Stage]

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October 17, 2008
330-677-5005
www.kentstage.org
wrfaa at yahoo.com 
 
  
   
The Largely Literary Theater Company's 
THE TELL-TALE PLAY 
Oct 17 & 18 
 
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof
Oct 19 @ 3PM 
 42nd Kent State Folk Festival







Richard Shindell & Darrell Scott 11/6
Peter Rowan & Tony Rice 11/7
The Felice Brothers & Justin Townes Earle 11/8
Korean National University of the Arts Ensemble 11/11
Martin Sexton & Ryan Montebleau 11/13
Dale Galgozy, Alex Bevan & Ryan Humbert 11/14
Nanci Griffith 11/15
  ALL @ THE KENT STAGE! 
Buy Tickets Now 

Upcoming Concerts 
 

  Keller Williams: 10/23 
The Speedbumps 10/24 
The Zou 10/25  
Freekbass & Lotus Groove 10/30 
Melanie 11/20
Red Cross Benefit 11/21
GTB Music Festival 11/22
Carrie Rodriguez 12/4
Glen Phillips & Jonatha Brooke 12/5
The Diamond 12/6
Woodchopper's Ball 12/7  



Check website for additional concerts/events 







The Largely Literary Theater Company's 
THE TELL-TALE PLAY 
Friday, October 17 @ 8:00 PM
Saturday, October 18 @ 8:00 PM 
A Two-act Collection of Poems and Stories by Edgar Allan Poe, designed for high school students and older. The play features three popular area actors - Tom Stephan, Sara Showman and Alex J. Nine. They interpret Poe's works, telling the audience along the way about the writer's short but eventful life and career.
Perhaps best known for its acclaimed three-person version of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, the Largely Literary Theater Company specializes in faithful adaptations of great literary works. Its dual mission is to promote interest in literature and live theater.
Three of Poe's classic short stories are presented in The Tell-Tale Play: "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Cask of Amontillado" and "The Masque of the Red Death." Also included are three of his major poems: "The Raven," "Annabel Lee" and "The Bells." Other poems in the play are "Alone," "Eldorado," "Dreamland" and "Spirits of the Dead."
The Largely Literary Theater Company was founded by Dawidziak and Showman in late 2001. In addition to A Christmas Carol) and The Tell-Tale Play, the company offers shows based on the works of such authors as Mark Twain and Robert Louis Stevenson.
 
Advance discount tickets: $10.00
seniors: $8.00 
Day of Show: $12.00/ seniors: $10.00 
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Movies on Main Street 
CAT ON A 
HOT TIN ROOF 
Sunday, October 19 -@ 3:00 PM
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958) is an Oscar-nominated MGM film directed by Richard Brooks based on the Tony-nominated play of the same name by Tennessee Williams. One of the top-ten box office hits of 1958, the film was adapted from the original play by Richard Brooks and James Poe, and stars Paul Newman, Elizabeth Taylor, and Burl Ives.
Elizabeth Taylor has never been sexier than as Tennessee Williams's hot-blooded Maggie "The Cat" Pollitt, prowling around her boudoir in a slinky white slip. That's how you know her alcoholic, ex-football-player husband, Brick (Paul Newman), must have more than just his leg in a cast. It's the 65th birthday of wealthy (but dying) southern patriarch Big Daddy (Burl Ives), and his sons Gooper (Jack Carter) and Brick have come to suck up to him for $10 million in inheritance money. Gooper is a family man and father to a brood of "no-neck monsters"; youngest boy Brick is papa's favorite (as if you couldn't tell from the fellow's names), but hasn't sired progeny. Maggie is definitely in heat, but Brick refuses to sleep with her because he suspects her her of being unfaithful with his best friend, who recent committed suicide. Although toned down for the movies, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is vintage Tennessee Williams. The film was directed by Richard Brooks (In
 Cold Blood, Blackboard Jungle, Elmer Gantry).
General Admission : $5.00
Students/Seniors: $3.00 
 
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An Evening with KELLER WILLIAMS 
Thursday, October 23 @ 8:00 PM
Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Keller Williams is literally a one-man jam band. His fascinating live shows feature him solo on-stage with a Gibson Echoplex Digital Pro looping unit, and he creates his backing loops in the moment, building and improvising as he goes on his custom-made ten-string guitar, and thanks to his equally as quirky, upbeat, and semi-surreal songs (which he frequently weaves into extended, half-improvised medleys) and his warm, friendly tenor singing voice, Williams is an utterly unique performer whose musical eccentricities don't keep him from being immediately accessible. A native of Virginia, Williams received his first guitar at the age of three, although he admits he didn't really learn to play it until he was in his early teens. He attended high school in his hometown of Fredericksburg, and began playing solo gigs when he was 17. He discovered the new age guitar genius of Michael Hedges a year or so later, and Hedges has
 been a lifelong influence on Williams' approach to the guitar. Following a stint at college (he attended Virginia Wesleyan College in Virginia Beach from 1988 to 1991, majoring in theater) and frequent gigs in his hometown region, he self-released a debut album, Freek, in 1994. Williams relocated to Colorado the following year, and it was there where he met the members of the progressive bluegrass band String Cheese Incident at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival. Williams ended up touring with the group as an opening act in 1997 and again in 1998, even filling in for a time as their bass player. A second solo album, Buzz, was released in 1996. Williams eventually signed to String Cheese Incident's label, SCI Fidelity, and released Spun in 1998. Incredibly prolific, Williams has released nearly an album a year ever since on SCI, all with one word titles. Breathe appeared in 1999, Loop in 2001, Laugh in 2002, Dance and Home in 2003, Stage in 2004, and the
 DVD =Sight in 2005. Grass (credited to Keller & the Keels) appeared in 2006 and Dream in 2007. In December of 2007 he released his 12th CD, a compilation appropriately titled 12. Endlessly creative, innovative, and fun, Williams is a fascinating artist, and his somewhat wacky take on the world, coupled with his amazing and eccentric guitar talents, makes him a refreshing performer. Steve Leggett, All Music Guide

Advance discount tickets: $23.00
Day of Show: $27.00
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THE SPEEDBUMPS
CD Release Party 
Friday, October 24 @ 8:00 PM
The Speedbumps showcase a mix of songs ranging from slow and acoustic, to plugged-in and experimental. All members are from the Akron/Kent area in Ohio brought together through various musical interests and avenues. The evolution of the band members and their musical style have been influenced by a variety of singer/songwriters and groups including Damien Rice, Radiohead, Iron and Wine, and Nick Drake in addition to a wide collection of orchestral pieces. The Speedbumps give an impressive show, whether slowing it down for an up close and personal feel or for simply rocking out.
New York City, Boston, Washington DC, as well as other cities along the East Coast and Midwest are not strangers to The Speedbumps' sound. The debut album released in the summer of 2005, "Back to Burlington," includes Erik Urycki, guitar and vocals, and Sam Kristoff, cello, among other sit-ins with different instruments. Stephanie Huffman, cello, was introduced to the band shortly thereafter. Meeting the band about a year later, Patrick "Hawk" Hawkins, on the skins, and Evan Lewis, bass, add a solid rhythm. The music presents an enchanting dynamic that can persuade any mood. Urycki's calming voice paired with haunting cellos and an energetic beat will catch the attention of any audience.

Advance discount tickets: $7.00
Day of Show: $7.00 
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THE ZOU
Rocky Horror Performance 
with Movie? 
Saturday, October 25 -- 8:00 PM 
Featuring the music of Rocky Horror Picture Show 
THE ZOU draws from an eclectic source of influences. National reviewers have drawn comparisons to The Who, Jesus Christ Superstar, Tom Waits, Murder by Death, & Modest Mouse. Their latest five song release, THE PINEBOX EP features well crafted songs from soul-pop anthems like "LMNOP", to more avant-garde, thought provoking tunes like the title track, and "Nothing Beats a Hanging". From the first chord struck, THE ZOU does more than entertain - they exude an amiable "artsyness". They harmonize over crackling 60's tube amps, vintage keyboards, smooth McCartnian bass lines, and catchy, primitive drum breaks.

Advance discount tickets: $5.00
Day of Show: $5.00

   
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FREEKBASS & LOTUS GROOVE
with THE KNOW-NOTHINGS 
Thursday, October 30 -- 8:00 PM
Freekbass has collaborated with funk legend, Bootsy
Collins, for several projects, the most recent being Freekbass', The Air Is Fresher Underground, released in late October, 2003. Underground features guest appearances by Bootsy, Catfish Collins, Buckethead, Bernie Worrell and a few of the Woo Warriors, to name a few. This is Freekbass' second album to be executive produced by Bootsy, the first being Body Over Mind, Gemini/Bootzilla, 2001.
The whole Freekbass story, however, goes back to the very first "Bootsy" collaboration. In the mid '90's, Freekbass had co-founded the group "SHAG", a solid-roots funk band. During this time, he was introduced to Gary "Muggbone" Cooper, who asked Freekbass and SHAG guitarist, Chris Donnelly, to play on a compilation Jimi Hendrix tribute album for P-Vine Records, Japan. Coincidentally, the recording session was to take place at Bootzilla Rehab Studios, recording den of none other than Boosty Collins. Freekbass and his guitarist, both named "Chris", were immediately dubbed "Chris Bass" and "Chris Guitar" by Bootsy, in order to not get them confused. But it was when "Chris Bass" laid down his bass tracks that Bootsy called out: "Play that Freaky Bass, Baba!" ... Bootsy has called him Freekbass from that moment on ... It was the beginning of an inspirational and enduring friendship that continues today.

Lotus Groove is an always evolving musical entity. The latest lineup pairs original bass player Jim Garibaldi with long time singer Andrew Saltzman, former NJs and the Jeff Guitarist Jeff Gill, and seasoned jazz drummer Ty Landrum. Seen with acts like Michael Glabicki of Rusted Root, Jazzam, Ekoostik Hookah, Papadosio, and Freekbass the band is known for it's thrilling live performances. The band can be seen collaborating with such musicians as Erik Diaz of Hot Tuna, Mike Lobalzo of Really, Aaron Brookes of Trendy and a host of other great players. It's quite hard to pinpoint their exact style as the band drifts from raw improv to straight rock. One thing you can be sure of is you will be hearing a lot about this band as they continue their musical quest.

Hailing from Stow, Ohio, The Know Nothings, deriving their name from the mid-nineteenth century political party, was founded by guitarist David Coffield and bassist Mark Chesnes in 2007. Frontman Kyle Buckley followed soon after, followed by drummer Bob Willoughby. Blending classic and modern rock, blues, and psychedelic, The Know Nothings is looking to take their stale local scene by storm. With positive feedback from fans and peers alike, the band is generating some buzz with their entertaining live show. Check them out at their next show, and get ready to rock your socks off!

Advance discount tickets: $8.00
Day of Show: $10.00 

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 The Kent Stage is located at 175 East Main Street in downtown Kent, Ohio.  There is FREE parking behind the theater and on all city streets.  Advance tickets are available at Woodsy's Music and Spin-More Records in Kent, or at www.kentstage.org or call 1-800-595-4849 or 330-677-5005.  Tickets will also be available at the door.  Doors open one hour before concert.  If you have any questions please email us at wrfaa at yahoo.com or information at kentstage.org or call 330-677-5005.  







 




 

  
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