The Holland Theatre’s upcoming season has something for just about any musical taste, according to board members who released the lineup during this past weekend’s annual membership meeting.
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The fundraising gauge shaped like a vintage sign at the Holland Theatre is now at $550,000, or about two-thirds of the $860,000 needed to qualify for a $430,000 grant from the Jeffris Family Foundation to complete a major interior restoration at the historic theater. (EXAMINER PHOTO | REUBEN MEES)“There’s definitely something for everyone in the season ahead,” Kris Swisher, president of Logan County Landmark Preservation Inc., said, “whether you like the classics, rock and roll, folk or bands with local connections.”
“In addition to Windmill Productions’ performances, we’re excited to host Mad River Theater Works’ release of their new show Freedom Riders before they go on national tour. We’re also doing Rocky Horror Picture Show, which should be a lot of fun.”
The 2017-18 season officially kicks off Saturday, Sept. 2 with The Drifters, which is an ever-evolving lineup of musicians that has recorded R&B classics such as On Broadway, There Goes My Baby, This Magic Moment, Under The Boardwalk, Some Kind of Wonderful, Stand By Me and Save The Last Dance for Me.
Tickets for that show are going fast, but are still available for $35 for tables or $20 or $25 for theater seats, Swisher said.
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For more information about the theater, the restoration project or the upcoming season, visit thehollandtheatre.org. Ticket information is also available by calling (937) 592-9002 or visiting the 127 E. Columbus Ave. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays.
HOLLAND THEATRE 2017-18 LINEUP
Music
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The Drifters, Saturday, Sept. 2 — Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees that have recorded classics such as Under The Boardwalk, Some Kind of Wonderful and Stand By Me.
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Hadden Sayers, Saturday, Sept. 30 — An Ohio blues guitarist and songwriter who is also a member of Phil Dirt and the Dozers.
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Band of Heathens, Saturday, Oct. 21 — A southern rock band from Austin, Texas, and rising talent on the national stage.
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Forgotten Kingdom: The Guy Mendilow Ensemble, Sunday, Nov. 5 — An international ensemble with members hailing from Israel, Palestine, Argentina and the U.S. that combines world-class musicianship with storytelling.
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Sierra Hull, Friday, Nov. 17 — A talented young bluegrass mandolin player and vocalist who first performed on the stage of the grand Ole Opry at age 11.
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Lunasa: An Irish Christmas, Friday, Dec. 8 — A highly-acclaimed traditional Irish instrumental outfit offers an international spin on holiday cheer.
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Dublin Silver Brass Band, Sunday, Dec. 17 — A Christmas concert by a regional band includes talented musicians from communities throughout Ohio including Bellefontaine’s own Joe Antram.
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Transit Authority, Saturday, March 3 — A tribute band to the R&B group Chicago.
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Kaki King, Friday, March 30 — The only female solo guitarist listed among Rolling Stone magazine’s 2006 “New Guitar Gods.”
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Evie Ladin and Keith Terry, April 5 and 6 — An Oakland, Calif., duo that blends original folk songs and interpretations of traditional pieces with percussive dance.
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Audie Blaylock and Redline, Saturday, April 21 — A former Grammy nominee that is currently among the top 10 on the bluegrass charts.
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Quire Cleveland, Saturday, May 12 — Rewarded with a standing ovation during their 2017 performance at the Holland, Quire will perform a two-set program called The Land of Harmony: American Choral Gems.
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All Happiness, Judy Garland, Saturday, May 26 — Joan Ellison’s tribute to the musical and personal life of the American singer and actress.
Theater
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Rocky Horror Picture Show, Friday, Oct. 27 — Fritz the Night Owl hosts the cult classic on the Holland’s big screen on the eve of Halloween.
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Gift of the Magi, Dec. 15 and 16 — Windmill Productions’ rendition of O. Henry’s classic about a young married couple in New York at Christmastime.
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Freedom Riders, Saturday, Jan. 13 — Debut of Mad River Theater Works’ new production before its national tour.
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High School Musical Jr., Feb. 9-11 — Windmill’s annual youth production based on the Disney Channel original movie.
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame, June dates to be announced — Windmill Productions’ performance of the musical based on Victor Hugo’s classic.
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