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Thursday, November 18, 2010

DECEMBER DOINGS @ THE STATE THEATRE, FROM ROCK TO BALLET TO CLASSICAL MUSIC—A VERITABLE FEAST!

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The State Theatre in New Brunswick has scheduled a raft of shows for December, many of them holiday-themed and several featuring BIG NAMES.
WHERE: State Theatre, 11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
TICKETS: call 732.246.SHOW or www.StateTheatreNJ.org

DSC_6743 ABBA MANIA
Thu, December 2, 2010, at 8 PM
ABBA’s timeless songs were written to be enjoyed live and ABBA MANIA gives you exactly that—2 hours of uplifting, dance inducing, and sometimes heart-breaking songs, fully live with fantastic staging, lighting, and effects.

Enjoy all of your favorites including: “Mamma Mia,” “Voulez Vous,” “Dancing Queen,” “Winner Takes It All,” “Super Trouper,” and many more. Dig out those platforms, dust off those flares and thank ABBA for the music.
Tickets: $22-57

Diablo Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Fri, December 3, 2010, at 8 PM
Sat, December 4, 2010, at 2 & 8 PM
Sun, December 5, 2010, at 2 & 7 PM
“A Jaw Dropping Winter Wonderland” —Atlantic City Weekly. This show has sold out across the nation—now’s your chance to experience it with your entire family.

Lyra Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dreams Holidaze costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment. An original musical score with some holiday favorites combined with dazzling costumes and a sparkling stage set makes Cirque Dreams Holidaze the perfect gift of entertainment for the entire family.  
Tickets: $32-57

Linda Eder Linda Eder – The Holiday Show
Fri, December 10, 2010, at 8 PM
Linda Eder returns to the State Theatre for an unforgettable concert of popular standards and holiday favorites!

From her appearances on TV’s Star Search to her portrayal of the leading role, Lucy, in Broadway’s Jekyll and Hyde, Eder has proven that she is one of the greatest contemporary solo voices of our time. She has captivated audiences across the country with a versatile style and repertoire that covers standards, Broadway, jazz, pop and country. With nine solo albums and five cast recordings to her credit, Eder continues to expand her range, currently finishing work on her 10th and most ambitious album to date.
Tickets: $32-57

Ivers1(c)LukeRatray Eileen Ivers: An Nollaig – An Irish Christmas
Sat, December 11, 2010, at 8 PM
Nine-time all-Ireland fiddle champion, best known as the fiery violinist in the original Riverdance, Ivers has established herself as the world’s pre-eminent artist of the Irish fiddle. Backed by her brilliantly versatile band (bass, percussion, harmonica, accordion), Ivers captures the spirit and magic of the season in a heartwarming holiday show with songs like “Oh Holy Night,” “Hark the Herald Angels Sing,” “Deck the Halls,” “Do You Hear What I Hear” and more. Not to mention, it wouldn’t be Christmas without a few surprises! “[Ivers is] the Jimi Hendrix of the violin,” says The New York Times.
Tickets: $32-52

Mazowsze3 The Magnificent MAZOWSZE!
A Special Warsaw Christmas featuring festive Polish carols and dances
Sun, December 12, 2010, at 3 & 7 PM

This sell-out sensation is back by popular demand! Since 1948, MAZOWSZE has embodied the spirit and soul of Poland’s national dances, songs, and traditions. Featuring festive Polish carols and dances, MAZOWSZE is an early holiday season treat the whole family will enjoy. More than 100 MAZOWSZE dancers, singers, and musicians will fill your senses with a thrilling kaleidoscopic display of dazzling movement, vibrant color, and stunning beauty.
Tickets: $32-57

8482_Credit-George_Jones American Repertory Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Sat, December 18, 2010, at 1 & 4:30 PM
Sun, December 19, 2010, at 1 & 4:30 PM

American Repertory Ballet brings the perennial classic to the stage with Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score performed with a live orchestra, new and traditional choreography, and a cast of over 100 performers. Whether it’s your first time or part of an annual tradition, The Nutcracker is a perfect holiday treat for your entire family. Directed by Company Director Douglas Martin, ARB’s professional company will be joined by students from Princeton Ballet School to tell the story of a young girl and how a mysterious gift brings about enchanted dreams and fantastical scenes. Witness this show in its classic Victorian style—a celebration of ARB’s 47th annual presentation of The Nutcracker. (Photo: George Jones)
Tickets: $32-57

STV2010 New Image cropped Salute to Vienna
New Year’s Concert 2011

Fri, December 31, 2010, at 6 PM
Featuring The Strauss Symphony of America
Klaus Arp, conductor (Vienna); Katarzyna Dondalska, soprano (Warsaw); Dániel Vadász, tenor (Budapest); And dancers from Kiev-Aniko Ballet of Ukraine
Inspired by Vienna’s world-famous Neujahrskonzert (New Year’s Concert), this holiday tradition brings the same splendor, charm and beauty to the State Theatre once again. A brilliant new cast of over 75 musicians, European singers and dancers inspire and delight with popular Strauss waltzes, polkas and operetta excerpts. Music that goes down like a glass of champagne! Fall in love with the sounds of Vienna’s “Waltz King” in an unforgettable and uplifting New Year’s celebration!
Tickets: $47-97