Greenville Magazine - April 2008 - (Page 69) after hours 17 19 GCYO Spring Young Artist Concert. Greenville County Youth Orchestra is composed of the Upstate’s most talented young musicians performing pieces from Mozart and Haydn to John Grier. These artists perform with a maturity and skill level far beyond their years. 8 p.m. Gunter Theatre. 864-467-3000. April 17 April SPAMALOT 8 The French Connection. Classical meets jazz at an amazing evening in Paris! The Matt Olson Jazz Quartet takes center stage, presenting music of George Gershwin, John Coltrane and Duke Ellington. 7:30 p.m. Gunter Theatre. 864-467-3000. April 8 Monty Python’s SPAMALOT. Flying cows, killer rabbits, taunting Frenchmen and show-stopping musical numbers take over the stage in this outrageous musical comedy taken from the film classic “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.” Winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Musical, SPAMALOT tells the tale of King Arthur and his knights of the Round Table as they embark on their quest for the Holy Grail. Peace Concert Hall. 864-467-3000. April 8-13 There Goes The Bride. This hilarious comedy centers around the misadventures of the father of the bride the day before the big event. Ryan Bradburn headlines a cast full of the Upstate’s finest comedic actors in this well-crafted comedy! Greenville Little Theatre. 864-233-6238. April 11-26 Homecoming and More. Greenville native Tim Pitts returns to his hometown to perform contemporary composer John Harbison’s “Double Bass Concerto” in this diverse and compelling program. Gunter Theatre. 864-467-3000. April 11-13 11 The Moody Blues. Hear some of the most groundbreaking and innovative music of our time. With a legacy that spans the late 60’s to present, The Moody Blues is one of the most enduring and beloved rock bands in music history. Justin Hayward, John Lodge and Graeme Edge carry on their magical musical legacy. 7:30 p.m. Peace Concert Hall. 864-467-3000. April 20 Ellis Marsalis. Legendary Jazz Pianist Ellis Marsalis performs at the Gold Ballroom of the Westin Poinsett Hotel. 3:30 p.m. Westin Poinsett Hotel. 864-467-3000. April 20 20 An Afternoon in Paris. Step into the Gunter Theatre for an evening in the City of Lights with the music of Emmanuel Chabrier and Jules Massenet. Pianist Lisa Lee completes the French connection in a performance of Saint-Saens’s “Piano Concerto No. 2.” 2 p.m. Gunter Theatre. 864-467-3000. April 19 15 St. Lawrence String Quartet. Having performed together over 17 years, this quartet dazzles audiences by interpreting chamber music with imaginative flourishes. Come hear this harrowing and spontaneously compelling performance! 7:30 p.m. Gunter Theatre. 864-467-3000. April 15 25 30 There Goes The Bride Seussical. South Carolina Children’s Theatre presents a fantastical toe-tapping, fingersnapping musical. Enjoy the mischievous Cat in the Hat as he joins in the adventures of Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie and all the Whos in Whoville! Gunter Theatre. 864-467-3000. April 25-May 4 Raven Symone’s Pajama Party. Bring your pjs and get ready to dance. Raven Symone is hosting the biggest sleepover Greenville has ever seen. She’s touring the U.S. to promote her self-titled album and everyone’s invited to rock out to her catchy tunes! Bi-Lo Center. 864-241-3800. April 30 april 2008 | Greenville MaGazine 69
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