Kean Theatre Announces 2006 Performance Schedule
Plays, Pittsburgh Legends Take Stage
GIBSONIA, Pa. (Richland Twp.), Nov. 14, 2005 - Tickets are now available for the 2006 season performances at the Kean Theatre in The Washington Place, 5847 Meridian Road. The Kean's first production will take the stage at 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 with "Don't Dress for Dinner," a comedy written by Marc Camoletti.
In addition to the Broadway Pass Play Series, the Kean will present the Pittsburgh Legends VIP Concert Series starring the biggest names in music who call Pittsburgh home. "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see all of these legendary performers in the intimate surroundings of the 350-seat Kean Theatre" said Tom Madden, managing director of the Kean.
Individual and group tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at (724) 444-5326 or by visiting www.keantheatre.com. Multi-ticket discounts are also available. Proceeds benefit the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund, which provides more than $5.76 million in free care to patients at St. Barnabas Nursing Home, Valencia Woods at St. Barnabas and The Arbors at St. Barnabas.
2006 Kean Theatre line-up includes: (Show times are 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.)
"Don't Dress for Dinner," play
Friday, Jan. 27 & Saturday, Jan. 28
$19 show only; $37 dinner & show, 6 p.m.
Bernard is hoping to entertain his mistress Suzanne. His wife will be gone for the weekend and he has hired a gourmet cook to serve up tantalizing treats and his best friend Robert will be there as a perfect alibi. This farce promises a night of nonstop action. Dinner will be served in the elegant Mount Vernon Restaurant.
Jimmy Beaumont and the Skyliners
Saturday, Feb. 11
$32 show only, $48 dinner & show 6 p.m.
The Skyliners trace their history back to 1958 in the South Hills of Pittsburgh. Celebrate a night of romance with "Since I Don't Have You," "Stardust," "This I Swear" and many more. A special Valentine's Day dinner will be served in the elegant Mount Vernon Restaurant.
Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers
Saturday, March 4
$23/$28
The Houserockers are the soul of what rock music is in Pittsburgh - legendary rock and roll at its finest. Joe Grushecky and the Houserockers have performed around the world and have appeared on stage with rock and roll royalty like Bruce Springsteen, but they still call Pittsburgh home.
The PovertyNeck Hillbillies
Friday, April 21 & Saturday, April 22
$35/$41
These down-home boys from Fayette County are poised to make a national sensation in 2006. The Hillbillies return to the Kean bringing their unique sound, unmistakable style and unforgettable showmanship.
"Catch Me if You Can," play
Friday, May 12 & Saturday, May 13
$19 show only; $37 dinner & show, 6 p.m.
This madcap mystery challenges you to guess the ending to one of Broadway's most clever mysteries. Dinner will be served in the elegant Mount Vernon Restaurant.
Johnny Angel and the Halos
Saturday, May 20
$29/$35
A Pittsburgh tradition and easily one of the favorite bands of Western Pennsylvania. This is doo-wop at its best performed by the band that made it famous.
The Lettermen
Saturday, June 24
$53/$59
A trio famed for its vocals, The Lettermen have been part of Americana for more than 45 years. Hit singles include "The Way You Look Tonight," "When I Fall in Love," and "Hurt So Bad."
Pure Gold
Saturday, July 22
$29/$35
Featuring fantastic four-part harmony, this well-known Pittsburgh act draws most of its material from the 1950s, '60s and '70s. Their voices and instrumentation are so dynamic and their range is so diverse that they also serve up a tasty blend of blues, standards and original material to highlight each member's unique talent.
The Vogues
Saturday, Aug. 19
$29/$35
The Vogues got their start in 1958 as students at Turtle Creek High School. Audiences will remember "Turn Around Look at Me," "You're the One," "Five O'Clock World," and "My Special Angel."
The Fabulous Hubcaps
Saturday, Sept. 16
$39/$45
This band puts on a rock-n-roll show like no other. They have more fun on stage than the audience does and that makes for a night of excellent entertainment.
"The Graduate," play
Friday, Sept. 29 & Saturday, Sept. 30
$19 show only, $37 dinner & show 6 p.m.
Benjamin's got excellent grades, very proud parents, and since he helped Mrs. Robinson with her zipper, a fine future behind him. This story stood the test of time and is as popular now as it was 40 years ago when it the Academy Award-winning film was released. Dinner will be served in the elegant Mount Vernon Restaurant.
Donny Iris and the Cruisers
Saturday, Oct. 14
$39/$45
A Beaver Falls native, Iris found fame as the lead singer of the Jaggerz, a 70's band responsible for the hit, "The Rapper." Today Iris performs traditional rock-n-roll to a cult following of western Pennsylvania audiences.
Billy Price
Saturday, Nov. 4
$29/$35
Billy Price has been entertaining Pittsburgh and east coast audiences for more than 30 years with his brand of blues, rhythm and blues, and deep soul music.
"Laughter on the 23rd Floor," play
Friday, Nov. 17 & Saturday, Nov. 18
$19 show only, $37 dinner & show 6 p.m.
This Broadway hit plays homage to Neil Simon's early days in show biz when he worked as a junior jokesmith for Sid Caesar's "Your Show of Shows." Dinner will be served in the elegant Mount Vernon Restaurant.
Bo Wagner's "Let's Be Frank" plus Monte Carlo Night
Friday, Dec. 8 & Saturday, Dec. 9
$36/$41
A night of non-stop entertainment with casino tables and show girls followed by Bo Wagner's tribute to Frank Sinatra.
The Kean Theatre is open to the public and has built a reputation for its convenient location, free parking, quality entertainment and elegant setting. The theatre is operated by St. Barnabas Charities, the fund-raising arm of St. Barnabas Health System. The Health System also includes St. Barnabas Nursing Home, Valencia Woods at St. Barnabas, The Arbors at St. Barnabas, The Village at St. Barnabas, The Woodlands at St. Barnabas, The Washington Place at St. Barnabas, and St. Barnabas Medical Center. Theatre proceeds benefit the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund.
Contact:
Kathleen Brenneman
(724) 444-5530
kbrenneman@stbarnabashealthsystem.com
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