Great Falls Community Concert Association

May 29, 2011

 NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 2011-2012 Season Tickets Go on Sale on June 20

The Great Falls Community Concerts 82^nd concert series goes on sale to the public starting on Monday, June 20. Six wonderful concerts make up the season with a cost of only $70 for adults and $30 for students. One $15 student ticket is available, on request, with each adult ticket purchased. At less than $12.00 per concert, the GFCCA offers the best entertainment value in town.

 The new season offers a wide range of entertainment. The season opens on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, with The Water Coolers, a musical comedy reminiscent of Capital Steps.  With original music and parodies of familiar song, on-point material about life and work, and superior comedy writing, this cast of five NYC comics and singers (with piano accompaniment) celebrates the insanity of everyday life. Each performance is a high-energy, hilarious session of song and sketch comedy, kept fresh by the ever-changing challenges of modern life. The Water Coolers turn headaches and hassles into hilarity.

The second show in the series features Tribute to Frankie Valli and Broadway. The Unexpected Boys have amazed audiences all over the world with their award-winning tribute to one of the most recognized bands to ever hit the airwaves. The four Jersey Wise Guys have performed in 12 different Broadway shows, including such hits as Phantom of the Opera. Les Miserables, Hairspray and Wicked. This concert is on Tuesday, October 18, 2011.

On Thursday, December 15, The GFCCA presents A Home Free Christmas, non-stop entertainment with nationally acclaimed vocal sensation, as they bring a fun-filledshow packed with unforgettable moments that the entire family can apprfeciate. Home Free Christmas features an array of beloved Christmas classics, audience favorites, Christmas around the world, and a flurry of other surprises. It’s a cappella at its best, at the best time of year.

The husband/wife team, Bottom Line Duo, performs on Thursday, January 19, 2012. They are one of three internationally touring bass and cello duos in history, and have been thrilling audiences with their fast fingers, wit, and bows. With humor bordering on outright comedy, they deliver a program with roots in chamber music and an amazing repertoire of modern and popular sounds. These accomplished artists prove chamber music is accessible to all.

The fifth concert in the series, on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, features New Orlean’s Hot 8 Brass Band. This group has epitomized New Orleans treat music for over a decade. The band plays traditional Second Line parades, hosted each Sunday afternoon by Social Aid and Pleasure Clubs, infusing their performances with funk and energy that makes New Orleans music loved around the world. The members of Hot 8 Brass Band were born and raised in New Orleans and many began playing together in high school. What makes the Hot 8 so special is the sound they coax from their well-loved, well-worn horns. They are frequently featured on Treme, the current popular HBO series.

 The final show of the season, on Sunday, May 6, 2012, features a family of nine children from Alaska, via Branson, called The Redhead Express. The provide a night of outstanding family entertainment and high-energy music. From hits of the 50s and 60s, to country, original songs, traditional, bluegrass and old time music, Redhead Express will delight with tight family harmonies and hard-driving instrumentals in their unique acoustic sound.All performances except The Redhead Express begin at 7:30 PM at the Mansfield Theater in the Great Falls Civic Center. The Redhead Express is a matinee at 2:30 PM.

 Tickets are available at the Mansfield Box Office at the Great Falls Civic Center, by calling 455-8514 or on line at http://ticketing@greatfallsmt.net. Additional information is available online at www.gfcca.org.