George Winston is a consummate contemporary instrumental composer, interpreter, and performer who’s achieved both critical and popular success. His lyrical piano style conjures seasonal images in impressionist, musical paintings. He draws on R&B, jazz, blues, pop and folk for his compositions and interpretations, creating a reflective, yet dynamic trademark sound he calls folk piano.
Wilson Center for the Arts ,501 11901 Beach Blvd Jacksonville FL,32246
Call 904 632-3373 or visit www.artistseries.fccj.org for details.
Admission: $40.00
Evita – Jacksonville, Florida
EVITA, winner of seven Tony Awards®, brings to life the dynamic, larger-than-life persona of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator, Juan Peron. Blessed with charisma, Eva Peron captivated a nation by championing the working class. This exuberant production creates a gripping theatrical experience and features Andrew Lloyd Webber’s compelling Latin, pop and jazz influenced score. One of the most popular collaborations between Webber and Tim Rice, this legendary musical features the memorable song “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina.â€
March 15, 2008
Times-Union Center – Moran Theater, 300 West Water Street Jacksonville FL,32202
Call 904 632-3373 or visit www.artistseries.fccj.org
Admission: $31.50-$60.00
Ann Murray Performs – Jacksonville, Florida
ANNE MURRAY’S signature voice has graced the airwaves on recordings since 1968 and is recognized worldwide as one of Canada’s most enduring national treasures. With over 50 million career album sales, the legendary singer continues to sell out concert halls throughout North America. A consummate entertainer, Anne’s quick wit and easy sense of humor find their place on stage alongside a string of hits such as “You Needed Me,†“Love Song,†“Could I Have This Dance,†“Snowbird,â€â€œDanny’s Song†and of course, “You Needed Meâ€.
Times-Union Center – Moran Theater, 300 West Water Street Jacksonville FL,32202
Call 904 632-3373 or visit www.artistseries.fccj.org
Admission: $40.50-$85.50
Lord of the Dance – Jacksonville, Florida
Michael Flatley, creator and director of this award-winning international dance phenomenon, proved his vision that hearts and minds, united through music and dance, cross all traditional boundaries. His Lord of the Dance continues to shatter box office records all over the world, leaving audiences breathless and clamoring for more.
Times-Union Center – Moran Theater, 300 West Water Street Jacksonville Fl,32202
Call 904 632-3373 or visit www.artistseries.fccj.org.
Freda Payne – Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald – Jacksonville, Florida
Celebrated R&B vocalist Freda Payne conjures the spirit of Ella Fitzgerald in this endearing tribute. Her remarkable resemblances to this legendary singer in character and in sound are an astounding delight to any stage!
Thursday Mar. 6, 2008
The Florida Theatre; 128 East Forsyth Street Ste. 300, Jacksonville
Call (904) 355-2787 or visit the Florida Theatre website
Admission: Tickets are $31 or $36