Legendary comedian Lily Tomlin headlines Majestic's 8th season
Gettysburg theater attracting top names in live entertainment
(Gettysburg, Pennsylvania) - 5/24/2012
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CONTACT:
Jean Grubesky
Majestic Theater
(717) 337-8235
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“The curtain is about to go up on another exciting season of big time entertainment in the grandest, small town theater in America. From the lovable characters of comedy superstar Lily Tomlin to soaring Christmas strings of Bowfire, to the spine-tingling skirl of the bagpipes of the Black Watch, there’s something for everyone during our 8th season,” said Jeffrey W. Gabel, Majestic Theater’s Founding Executive Director. “The Majestic brings a world of entertainment right to your doorstep without having to leave beautiful Adams County.”
The new season starts rockin’ and rollin’ on Aug. 14 with “1964”…The Tribute. Critics and fans alike have hailed them as the most authentic Beatles tribute in the world. From wardrobe to hairstyles, Liverpool accents, and vintage instruments, these master musicians cast a spell as they sing your all-time favorites from “I Wanna Hold Your Hand,” to “It’s a Hard Day’s Night,” to “I Love You Yeah, Yeah, Yeah!”
Family fun for all generations arrives when the Handsome Little Devils present “Squirm Burpee” on Saturday, Oct. 27. “This just may be the most entertaining show you’ve never heard of,” said Gabel. “It’s a one-of-a-kind, Vaudeville Nouveau-meets classic melodrama-Tim Burton-meets-Wile E. Coyote, circus-infused, standing-ovation-inducing, theatrical extravaganza featuring classic routines from slapstick to chainsaw juggling, the human cannonball and more. All that entertainment for one low price.”
Ring in the holiday season on Friday, Dec. 21, with the soaring sounds of “Bowfire: Holiday Heartstrings.” This festively staged show features some of the world’s greatest fiddlers and violinists playing all-time holiday favorites, such as “The Nutcracker Suite”, “Let it Snow,” “Do You Hear What I Hear?” and “The Christmas Song.” In addition, enjoy the virtuoso cast with their singing and step dancing in their high-energy, dramatic and powerful show that moves seamlessly from jazz to classical to bluegrass to Celtic to rock.
Thrill to the pomp, pageantry, and patriotic sights and sounds of “The Black Watch and the Band of the Scots Guard” on Thursday, Jan.17, 2013. Resplendent in their colorful uniforms, these pipes, drummers and marching bandsmen will muster a performance of fanfares, marches, and light classic and traditional tunes featuring bagpipes, drum solos and dancers. “Gettysburg is a regional destination for people who love military bands so buy your tickets early because this show will sell out,” said Jeffrey Gabel. The Black Watch continues to serve as a fully operational Battalion in the modern British Army. The Band of the Scots Guard is stationed in Central London where one of its prime functions is State ceremonial events at Buckingham Palace.
Romance your sweetheart on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013, with the immortal love songs of the Great American Songbook as played by “The Buzz Jones Big Band Valentine Show.” Now in its 33rd year, the ever popular Buzz Jones Big Band will be joined by vocalists Cathy Chemi and George Rabbai. Visitors will be in the mood for love with the sweet melodies of George Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, Cole Porter and more. This performance is sponsored by The Wolf Family Charitable Trust and Gordon B. Lamb.
For more than four decades, “The Irish Rovers” have charmed and entertained audiences around the world with songs like “The Unicorn,” and “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer.” Sing along with them at the Majestic Theater on Sunday, March 10, 2013, at 3 p.m. “These international ambassadors of Irish music have maintained their timeless ability to deliver a rollicking, rousing performance of good cheer – one that will soon have you singing and clapping along.” –Belfast Telegraph.
“Dance Brazil” will be featured on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, and has thrilled audiences across the United States and throughout the world with its dazzling dancing which is inspired by the cultural tapestry of Brazil. The dancers and musicians of Dance Brazil will enthrall guests with unique fusion of Afro-Brazilian movement, contemporary dance and Capoeira, the traditional dance/martial arts form that had its origins in Africa.
The entire family will be delighted as Michael Cooper spins tales and weaves stories using an unusual and colorful cast of characters in “Masked Marvels & Wondertales” on Friday May 10, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. Creating a world where dogs wear hats, wild stallions are tamed, giant noses sneeze and fish bait candy to catch children in a pond, this show is an unforgettable experience.
And for our finale, celebrate Mother’s Day with “Lily Tomlin” on May 12, 2013, at 3 p.m. One of America’s foremost comedians, Lily Tomlin’s performances span five decades and her wit is as sharp as ever. Over her extraordinary career she has been awarded six Emmys, two Tony Awards, a Grammy and a New York Film Critic Award. Her numerous stand-up specials have been broadcast internationally and she has appeared in almost every iconic comedy show from, “Laugh-In” to “Saturday Night Live” to “Will & Grace.”
General Public tickets go on sale Friday June 1 at noon. To purchase tickets, visit www.gettysburgmajestic.org or call (717) 337-8200, or stop by the theater at 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg.
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