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Message froM the executive Director

On behalf of the entire cast and crew of the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, I invite you to another exciting season of Arts and Entertainment.

The Yamato Drummers of Japan – just one of many exciting performances we have in store for you - have a motto: “Go anywhere if invited, and make the world a little more happy.”

In this booklet, you will see just some of the artists and events we have planned for the 2013-14 Season – from intimate concerts and laugh-out-loud comedy to Broadway musicals and Oscar-winning films.

As always, we will unveil additional presentations throughout the season, so watch for our postcards and emails, follow us on Facebook and Twitter and bookmark kirbycenter.org.

So much of what we do is supported by our loyal members and corporate sponsors, to whom we extend a heartfelt Thank You! If you are not yet a Kirby member, become one. You too will help to underwrite programming, maintain this beautiful building and preserve our historic theater. Our members and sponsors make everything possible!

As a Kirby member, you are among the First to Know about new shows and the First to Buy tickets to each and every event.

Turn the pages and step inside to another wonderful season at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. And most of all, join us as we “make the world a little more happy.”

Marilyn Santarelli

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Contact the Box Office at 570.826.1100

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Kirby Members Pre-Sale: Wednesday, May 15 @ 10:00 am

Public On-Sale: Monday, June 7 @ 10:00 am

More shows will be added throughout the season, so stay logged on to kirbycenter.org * Indicates shows already on-sale

Steve Martin & Steep Canyon Rangers* Tuesday, July 2 , 2013 - 7:30 PM

Jason Isbell* Friday, August 9, 2013 - 8:00 PM

The Onion Live! Thursday, October 24, 2013 - 7:30 PM

Merle Haggard Saturday, November 2, 2013 – 8:00 PM

YAMATO – The Drummers of Japan Wednesday, November 20, 2013 – 7:30 PM

Max & Ruby in the Nutcracker Suite Thursday, December 19, 2013 - 6:00 PM

Memphis Saturday, January 25, 2014 - 8:00 PM

Carmen Friday, January 31, 2014 - 8:00 PM

Doktor Kaboom Thursday, February 13, 2014 – 10:00 AM

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers Saturday, February 22, 2014 – 8:00 PM

American Idiot Wednesday, March 5, 2014 - 7:30 PM

Driving Miss Daisy Thursday, March 6, 2014 – 7:00 PM

Cesar Millan Saturday, March 15, 2014 – 8:00 PM

Junie B. Jones Friday, March 28, 2014 – 10:00 AM

Ireland : The Show Wednesday, April 2, 2014 – 7:30 PM

The Monster Who Ate My Peas Friday, April 4, 2014 – 10:00 AM

Ballroom With A Twist Saturday, April 12, 2014 - 8:00 PM

The Midtown Men Saturday, April 26, 2014 – 8:00 PM

Joe Bonamassa Wednesday, May 7, 2014 – 7:30 PM

Peter Pan Thursday, May 15, 2014 – 10:00 AM

To Make a Gift to The F.M. Kirby Center please call 823-4599, ext 225 or visit our website at kirbycenter.org.

One gift… MAnY ReWARDS! Donors to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts support our mission to promote artistic quality, accessibility and education for all members of this community and beyond!

DOnORS ReCeiVe…• First to Know! First to Buy! Benefits • Donor recognition • Special Event Invitations

CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS begin at $2,500

The Kirby Center customizes benefits to meet our donors’ interest; to include: • Show sponsorship• E-marketing and social media recognition• Ticket discounts• Complimentary tickets• Meeting and entertainment space• Onsite corporate recognition• Kirby Center website recognition

YOU KnOW...The F.M. Kirby Center is different from other venues! It is the premier performing arts center in our region; the best place to see Broadway, comedians, concerts and the only place in Northeastern PA to experience a full live opera!

DO YOU KnOW...• The F.M. Kirby Center is a nonprofit organization that maintains a delicate balance between mission- and margin- driven shows.

• Every year we choose to present shows and films that will fulfill our cultural and educational mission.

• Annually thousands of children attend our Young People’s Theater Series.

• As part of our Arts in Education program, Master Classes and Teachers In-Service workshops are taught by touring professionals at local schools and businesses.

• Each season, the F.M. Kirby Center distributes 1,500 free tickets to our underserved community.

• Eleven percent of our audience is low or moderate income families.

• We preserve a historic icon, while at the same time promoting economic prosperity in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

The F.M. Kirby Center is an EITC participating organization.

By making a contribution to the Kirby Center’s Art in Education program, your company can receive Pennsylvania State tax credit equal to 75% of your contribution.

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SerieSSteVe MARtin & the Steep CAnYOn RAngeRSFeaturing Edie Brickell

Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013 - 7:30 PM Ticket Prices: $59.00 & $79.00

Steve Martin comes to Wilkes-Barre with a banjo on his knee! The legendary comedian joins forces with Edie Brickell and the

Grammy-winning Steep Canyon Rangers for a night of bluegrass and comedy that is delighting sold-out crowds across the country.

CeSAR MillAnSaturday, March 15th, 2014, 8:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $39.00, $54.00 & $85.00 (VIP Meet & Greet)

Don’t miss Cesar Millan - best-selling author, star of the new television series Leader of the Pack, and the longstanding hit TV show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan - when he visits for one performance only.

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JASOn iSbellFriday, August 9th, 2013, 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $25, $50 (VIP Pit Seats)

Since leaving the Drive-By Truckers in 2007, singer/songwriter Jason Isbell has quit drinking, gotten remarried and turned the Americana Music world on its ear.  Out in support of his new solo record, Isbell will perform new tunes, old favorites and some of his DBT classics.

the OniOn liVe!Thursday, October 24th, 2013, 7:30 PM Ticket Prices: $19.00 & $34.00

The Onion has been misinforming news consumers with hit outrageous headlines for a quarter century. Now, The Onion is teaming up with the legendary Second City for a first-of-its-kind theatrical event – combining The Onion’s insightful, award-winning satire with The Second City’s expert stage production.

MeRle hAggARDSaturday, November 2nd, 2013 - 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $40.00, $53.00, $63.00, & $99.00 (limited Pit)

Legendary country singer/songwriter, Merle Haggard, visits for one not-to-be-missed performance. The three-time Grammy winner has given us timeless classics, such as Okie from Muskogee, Mama Tried, The Fightin’ Side of Me and so many more!

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the ReD hOt Chilli pipeRSSaturday, February 22nd, 2014, 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $25.00 & $35.00

Formed in 2002, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers have fast become a global phenomenon, taking their signature ‘Bagrock’ sound to the masses and rocking far-flung shores from New York to Beijing, even appearing on NBC during the 2012 Summer Olympics.

bAllROOM With A tWiSt Saturday, April 12th, 2014 at 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $29.00, $39.00, $49.00 & $79.00 (limited Pit)

Ballroom with a Twist features celebrity pros from “Dancing with the Stars,” dancing with finalists from “So You Think You Can Dance” along with live vocals provided by finalists from “American Idol.” Ballroom with a Twist brings a frenzy of sizzling dance moves by professional international dancers spanning the hot moves of Samba, Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Jive, Contemporary and Hip Hop. It is a spectacular dancing and singing extravaganza that is fun entertainment for the whole family. Pros & Finalists will be announced closer to show date.

JOe bOnAMASSAWednesday, May 7th, 2014, 7:30 PM On sale to be announced

 As Joe Bonamassa grows his reputation as one of the world’s greatest guitar players, he is also evolving into a charismatic blues-rock star and singer-songwriter of stylistic depth and emotional resonance. Don’t miss his long-awaited F.M. Kirby Center return.

AMeRiCAn iDiOtWednesday, March 5th, 2014, 7:30 PM Ticket Prices: $34.00, $49.00, $59.00 & $75.00 (limited Pit)

Based on Green Day’s GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum album, American Idiot takes the American musical where it’s never gone before. The result is an experience Charles Isherwood of The New York Times calls “thrilling, emotionally charged, and as moving as any Broadway musical I’ve seen this year!”

MeMphiSSaturday, January 25th, 2014 – 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $35.00, $52.00 & $62.00

Turn up that dial!  From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes the four-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love.

the MiDtOWn MenSaturday, April 26th, 2014 – 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $35.00, $45.00 & $55.00

Featuring four stars from the original Broadway cast of Jersey Boys, The Midtown Men take their sensational sound on the road, bringing to life their favorite “Sixties Hits” from The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Motown, The Four Seasons and more. Don’t miss this one-night-only performance!

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MAx & RUbY in the nUtCRACKeR SUiteThursday, December 19th, 2013, 6:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $20.00 & $30.00

Max & Ruby bring to life a wonderful tradition this holiday season as they take to the stage in their most magical performance yet! Max & Ruby’s adventure, guided by the classic notes of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, is full of delectable dance and holiday magic perfect for the whole family.

iRelAnD: the ShOWWednesday, April 2nd, 2014 - 7:30 PM Ticket Prices: $29.00, $39.00 & $49.00

Making its Kirby Center debut, this innovative and exciting new Celtic production celebrates the very best of Irish heritage and culture, showcased by a cast of world champion Irish Dancers, Musicians and Singers.

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YOUng peOple’S theAteRConsider it edutainment. It’s the best of both worlds as the F.M. Kirby Center provides school-day productions that are both entertaining and educational.

Each performance comes with its own study guide that brings the lesson from the stage into the classroom. It’s affordable, too. Tickets are only $7.00 each, and every 16th ticket is FREE.

teACheRS’ in-SeRViCeTeachers, learn more about how you can earn Act 48 Credits, as the F.M. Kirby Center partners with N.E.I.U. 19 in offering a professional workshop aimed at helping teachers bring arts and education into their respective classrooms. Our professional workshops also include a tour of our historic theater and a Q&A session with cast members.

MASteR ClASSeSWorking with national tour companies, the F.M. Kirby Center also provides Master Classes to students and teachers studying dance and theater. Our Master Classes feature hands-on instruction direct from the touring professionals.

This season, we will hold Master Classes for students attending Driving Miss Daisy, Carmen, The Onion Live! and more.

KiRbY KiDzThe F.M. Kirby Center is proud to once again partner with the Harris Conservatory for the Arts to offer the Third Annual Kirby Kidz Summer Theater Workshop. This exciting program, unique to Northeast Pennsylvania, is designed to offer that “Kirby Experience” to all aspiring school-age actors, singers and dancers.

The seven-week workshop begins at the end of June and focuses on acting technique, theater fundamentals, vocal performance, dance terminology and technique and much more. The children’s hard work culminates in two live performances on the Kirby Center stage. This year’s title will be announced soon and will take place on Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, 2013.

To enroll your child in this exciting program, please call 570-718-0673.

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DOKtOR KAbOOMThursday, February 13th, 2014, 10:00 AM

Join Doktor Kaboom for a sidesplitting journey of increasingly spectacular (and often successful) science experiments designed to involve, excite, educate, and entertain. This one-of-a-kind performance will keep kids transfixed while exploring scientific content that ties into State- and Federally-mandated curriculum standards. (60 Minutes, Grades 2 - 6)

JUnie b. JOneSFriday, March 28th, 2014, 10:00 AM

Theatreworks USA presents a musical based on several books about Junie B’s first grade experiences. The connective tissue tying the stories together is Top-Secret Personal Beeswax: A Journal by Junie B (and Me!), featuring diary entries by Junie, which are designed to give children ideas for their own writings. (60 Minutes, Grades K - 5)

the MOnSteR WhO Ate MY peASFriday, April 4th, 2014, 10:00 AM

Based on the multi-award winning book by Danny Schnitzlein, ArtsPower’s newest musical tells the funny and poignant story of a young boy who doesn’t want to eat his peas. Children and adults alike will be entertained and engaged by this wonderfully written tale about the value of will power. (60 Minutes, Grades K - 2)

peteR pAnThursday, May 15th, 2014, 10:00 AM

Theatreworks USA’s Peter Pan is an adapted version of J.M. Barrie’s classic tale created by John Caird and Trevor Nunn. This touring production explores the journey of a group of children in turn-of-the-century London who use their imaginations to reenact the story of Peter Pan. (60 Minutes, Grades 1 - 5)

Proud SPonSorS: Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Bergman Foundation, Edith Reynolds Trust, Erwine Home Health and Hospice, F.M. Kirby Foundation, Geisinger Health System, Grotto Pizza, Hilton Garden Inn, Luzerne County Bar Association Charitable Foundation, Marquis George MacDonald Foundation, Maseychick Associates, Maslow Fund for the Arts of the Luzerne Foundation, Metz Culinary Management, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Passan Foundation, The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, The P&G Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Quad3 Group., Sam’s Club Foundation, Unico Wilkes-Barre Chapter, The Wells Fargo Foundation and Woodcock Foundation for the Appreciation of the Arts, Inc.

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ARgO (R) Wednesday, June 5th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

The 2013 Academy Award winner for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Film Editing, Argo is a dramatization of the 1980 joint CIA-Canadian secret operation to extract six fugitive American diplomatic personnel out of revolutionary Iran. Directed by Ben Affleck. Running Time: 120 minutes

the MASteR (R)Wednesday, June 12th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

A Naval veteran arrives home from war unsettled and uncertain of his future - until he is tantalized by The Cause and its charismatic leader. Starring Joaquin Phoenix, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams. Running Time: 144 minutes

Citizen KAne (g)Wednesday, June 19th - 1:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Following the death of a publishing tycoon, news reporters scramble to discover the meaning of his final utterance, in this 1941 Orson Welles classic. Running Time: 119 minutes

life Of pi (pg)Wednesday, June 26th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

A young man who survives a disaster at sea is hurtled into an epic journey of adventure and discovery. While cast away, he forms an unexpected connection with another survivor: a fearsome Bengal tiger. A four-time winner at the 2013 Academy Awards. Running Time: 127 minutes

SeARChing fOR SUgAR MAn (pg-13)Wednesday, July 10th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

This 2013 Oscar winner for Best Documentary chronicles two South Africans who set out to discover what happened to their unlikely musical hero, the mysterious 1970s rock ‘n’ roller, Rodriguez. Running Time: 86 minutes

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Summer Film SerieStO Kill A MOCKingbiRD (g)Wednesday, July 17th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his kids against prejudice, in this 1962 classic starring Gregory Peck. Running Time: 129 minutes

AMOUR (pg-13) Wednesday, July 24th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

Georges and Anne are in their eighties. They are cultivated, retired music teachers. Their daughter, who is also a musician, lives abroad with her family. One day, Anne has an attack. The couple’s bond of love is severely tested. 2013 Oscar winner for Best Foreign Language Film. Running Time: 127 minutes

the SeSSiOnS (R)Wednesday, July 25th - 1:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

A man in an iron lung who wishes to lose his virginity contacts a professional sex surrogate with the help of his therapist and priest. 2013 Oscar winner for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role (Helen Hunt). Running Time: 95 Minutes

RAiDeRS Of the lOSt ARK (pg)Wednesday, August 14th - 1:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

In this 1981 classic starring Harrison Ford, archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones is hired by the US government to find the Ark of the Covenant before the Nazis. Running Time: 115 minutes

hYDe pARK On hUDSOn (R)Wednesday, August 21st - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

Bill Murray and Laura Linney star in this story about the love affair between FDR and his distant cousin Margaret “Daisy” Suckley, centered around the weekend in 1939 when the King and Queen of the United Kingdom visited upstate New York. Running Time: 94 minutes

hitChCOCK (pg-13)Wednesday, August 28th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren star in a love story between influential filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock and wife Alma Reville during the filming of Psycho in 1959. Running Time: 98 Minutes

pSYChO (pg-13)Wednesday, September 4th - 1:00 & 7:30 p.m.

A thirty-something secretary steals $40,000 from her employer’s client, and subsequently encounters a young motel proprietor too long under the domination of his mother, in this 1960, Alfred Hitchcock classic. Running Time: 109 Minutes

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YAMAtO – the DRUMMeRS Of JApAnWednesday, November 20th, 2013 - 7:30 PM Ticket Prices: $25.00 & $35.00

YAMATO travels the word with Japan’s traditional Wadaiko drums, putting their souls into their instruments and stirring the hearts of people everywhere. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind evening of breathtaking culture and world music.

DRiVing MiSS DAiSYThursday, March 6th, 2014 - 7:00 PM Ticket Prices: $15.00, $25.00 & $35.00

Driving Miss Daisy is an American classic! Take a ride down memory lane to a simpler time and get ready to experience the magic that made Driving Miss Daisy a Pulitzer Prize-winning hit. Brought to you by Philadelphia’s Walnut Street Theater.

CARMenFriday, January 31, 2014, 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $24.00, $39.00, $54.00

Georges Bizet’s timeless opera visits the Kirby Center for one very special performance. First performed in 1875, Carmen is still widely acclaimed for its brilliance of melody, harmony, atmosphere and orchestration.

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You Know… The Kirby Center distinguishes itself from other venues! It is the premier performing arts center in our region; the best place to see Broadway, comedians, concerts and the only place in Northeastern PA to see opera!

Do you Know… The Kirby Center prides itself on Arts in Education. We foster an appreciation for the performing arts for our children and underserved. The following programs are part of Kirby Center Arts in Education.

Young People’s Theater Series. Through this program, the Kirby Center has been offering affordable tickets to children’s theater performances for 25 years.

Community Outreach. The Kirby is proud of our partnerships with local nonprofit organizations who serve the less fortunate members of our community, providing free tickets.

Master Classes. We provide the opportunity for free lessons with professionals who visit our region to perform at the Kirby Center, in the fields of ballet, dance and music.

Teacher Arts Training. In this program educators are trained to integrate the arts into multi-disciplinary curricula and results in teachers earning continuing education credits accepted by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Artist Outreach. When groups or individuals are unable to physically attend performances at the Kirby Center, we bring the Kirby Center to them!

Random Acts of Culture The Kirby works with local performing artists and organizations, forming partnerships to bring the cultural arts into the public eye.

Donors receive… •First to Know! First to Buy! benefits

• Donor recognition

• Special event invitations

kirby box office

Box Office Sales: Monday–Friday 10 am – 5 pm 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

Kirby Center Phone Sales 570.826.1100 Online Sales kirbycenter.org Ticketmaster 800.745.3000

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MeMbers are first to know anD first to buy!

bUilD YOUR OWn SUbSCRiptiOn SeRieS Buy three or more shows: Receive 15% off May 15, 2013–June 30, 2013 Receive 10% off July 1, 2013–June 30, 2014

gROUp SAleS Groups of 20 or more receive 10% off

StUDent RUSh Receive 15% off individual seats in advance, and 50% off on day of show – with valid ID

SeniOR CitizenS (65 and older) , StUDentS, AnD MilitARY Receive 15% discount - with valid ID

gift CeRtifiCAteS Fun shows make great gifts!

SpeCiAl SeRViCeS Please call 570.826.1100 in advance with special needs for seating and listening devices.

3-inStAllMent pAYMent plAn The Kirby Center now has a 3-installment payment plan option with which you pay 1/3 of your total subscription price now and two other 1/3 payments at a later date. Call the Kirby Center Box Office for more information.

• All ticket sales are final. No refund or exchanges. • Discounts only valid on Kirby-presented shows. • Discounts subject to availability, and restrictions do apply. • Discounts cannot be combined with other offers. • Discounts must be purchased at the Kirby Center Box Office. • Tickets may be subject to applicable facility and convenience fees.

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