VIJAY VENKATESH, Concert Pianist

Sun. Nov. 5 - 2:00 p.m.

Vijay Venkatesh has rapidly established a major international reputation as top prizewinner in the San Jose, Seattle, Zimmerli, World Piano, and Waring International Piano Competitions. He performed with the Bangor Symphony Orchestra and with Lucas Richman on his recent album release on Albany records. Other upcoming concerto highlights include performances with Columbus Symphony, Seattle Symphony, Vienna Symphony, Sarasota Orchestra, Roanoke Symphony, Pasadena Symphony, Redlands Symphony, and more.

Program Features:

L.V. Beethoven-Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor Op. 27 No.2 “Moonlight”, Adagio Sostenuto, Allegretto, Presto Agitato
D. Scarlatti-Sonata in D minor, K. 213, Sonata in D minor, K. 141, Bach-Busoni, Chaccone in D Minor BWV 1004
F. Chopin- Barcarolle Op. 60 in F-Sharp Major
Lucas Richman -Variations on “Music Can Make Your Life Complete”
F. Liszt-Liebestraum No. 3 in A-flat Major “Love’s Dream”
D. Shostakovich -Prelude and Fugue No.24 in D minor Op. 87

SISTER'S CHRISTMAS CATECHISM

The Mystery of the Magi's Gold

Saturday, December 2, TWO SHOWS: 4:30 p.m and 7:30 p.m.

It's "CSI: Bethlehem" in this holiday mystery extravaganza, from the author of Late Nite Catechism, as Sister takes on the mystery that has intrigued historians throughout the ages - whatever happened to the Magi's gold? ("We know that Mary used the frankincense and myrrh as a sort of potpourri - they were in a barn after all.") Retelling the story of the nativity, as only Sister can, this hilarious holiday production is assisted by a local choir, as well as a gaggle of audience members who create a living nativity unlike any you've seen. With gifts galore and bundles of laughs, Sister's Christmas Catechism is sure to be a hilarious addition to this year's  holiday celebrations.

PIANO MEN, the Music of Elton and Billy

Saturday, January 27, 2024

7:30 p.m.

Piano Men is a tribute to the amazing songs of Billy Joel and Elton John. This concert combines a four-piece pop group featuring Joe Boucher on piano and vocals playing with a string orchestra section with arrangements by Christopher Eastburn. The music of “Piano Men” concentrates heavily on the recordings by Elton and Billy during their 70’s heyday when their many hit albums featured lush orchestrations. The concert opens with Billy Joel’s thrilling “Prelude- Angry Young Man” and works its way through a veritable hit parade alternating songs between the two composers.

BANFF FILM FESTIVAL

Thursday. Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m.

The famous Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival returns to the Gracie this year. With different films on each night, the festival runs for two nights, with a discount offered for those who choose both! The Banff Film Festival is one of the largest and most prestigious mountain festivals in the world! Traveling to remote vistas, analyzing topical environmental issues, and bringing audiences up-close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports, the 2023/2024 World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world.

THE HIT MEN OF COUNTRY
Sun. March 10, 7:00 p.m.

THE HIT MEN OF COUNTRY feature five of the finest musicians who have performed, toured or recorded with some of Country’s greatest artists – hitmakers like Wynonna, Keith Urban, Trace Adkins, Lee Greenwood, Travis Tritt, Jason Aldean and more. This show delivers hit after hit after hit, including fan favorites like “God Bless The USA”, “No One Else” “Somebody Like You”, “Big Green Tractor”, and “I Swear”, plus great insider backstage stories that The Hit Men of Country share about their days on the road with the Country Legends they have worked with.