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Cultural Concert Series
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Tickets
NEW!
Tickets are now available online at
recreg.com!
Tickets may also be purchased at the Costick Center, or by
phone. Some tickets may be available at the door. Call
(248) 473-1848 for more information. Get your tickets
early! Many of these concerts are sold out by curtain
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Along with a free summer concert series, the
Cultural Arts Division brings a variety of high-quality,
professional performances into our City during the fall, winter
and spring. By means of a special partnership, concerts are held
at the charming and acoustically perfect setting of the
Farmington Players Barn Theater, located at 32332 Twelve Mile
Road. Performances and events have included such groups as the
Michigan Opera Theatre, MSU Professors of Jazz, the Chenille
Sisters, and Tony ‘n Tina’s Wedding, to name a few.
Cultural Concert/Event Series 2011/12
Bringing High Quality Performances Right Here to Farmington
Hills!
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THE MOTOWN BEAT!
Saturday, September 24, 7:00 pm
Farmington Players Barn Theatre
That fabulous Motown music that we all love, including the
great harmonies, energetic choreography and soul of Motown
entertainment will have you dancing all the way home, as the
incredible Motown sound is brought to life by the fine
singers of Serieux, the group known for regenerating Motown
music! Hear favorite songs made famous by groups such as The
Temptations, The Contours, The Four Tops, and many more.
Serieux performed as “The Temptations” in the film “Marvin,
My Brother—the Marvin Gaye Story” as well as at the Motown
Tribute to The Four Tops. Special tribute artists will also
perform songs of Tina Turner and Barry White. A very special
concert!
Tickets: $19/adults; $17/students & seniors.
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LONGACRE GHOST HUNT
Haunted Tour of Beautiful Historic Longacre House
Friday, October 7, 7:00 pm
Join us for a night of spirits and mystery as GHOSM, the
Ghost Hunters of Southern Michigan, present a fascinating
slide show and talk about their amazing, ghostly findings at
various locations around the state, known for their
paranormal activity. Afterwards, participants will be taken
on a tour with GHOSM guides through Longacre House to
experience the atmosphere and explore the possibility of the
legendary ghostly presence in this beautiful, stately
mansion. A very popular event!
Limited space—register on line soon!
Ages 18+ Fee: $25; $20 Resident Discounted Fee
Program # 180112-01
Call (248) 473-1870 for information
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THREE MEN AND A TENOR
Special Performance ~
Back by Popular Demand!
Friday and Saturday,
October 28 & 29, 7:30 pm
Farmington Players Barn Theatre
Have a hilarious, fun-filled evening with “The Best
Entertainment in Michigan”
(MI Meetings and Events Magazine), the renowned Three Men &
a Tenor, at their encore appearance in Farmington Hills!
This marvelously talented group is known for its Emmy
Award-winning PBS-TV concert special, and many appearances
across the country. You will relax, laugh, and simply enjoy
their fabulous voices as they hilariously take you on a
roller coaster of emotions and fun, with many new songs and
old favorites.
Tickets: $19/adults; $17/students & seniors.
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DETROIT CHAMBER WINDS “HOLIDAY BRASS”
Tuesday, December 13, 7:30 pm
Farmington Players Barn
The finest musicians around present a warm, holiday
tradition. These members of the Detroit Symphony and
Michigan Opera Theatre Orchestras will absolutely light up
your holidays, performing both traditional holiday favorites
and fine classical selections! The intimate atmosphere and
exceptional acoustics of the Players Barn Theatre make this
a beautiful performance.
Tickets: $19 (adults); $17 (seniors/students).
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“BROADWAY AND BEYOND with the MOT”
Michigan Opera Theatre
Saturday, January 13, 7:30 pm
Farmington Players Barn Theatre
Imagine—favorite Broadway and movie songs heard through the
marvelous voices of the The Michigan Opera Theatre soloists!
This concert will lighten your hearts with a fun-filled
evening of selections from all those great composers of the
past, plus some dramatic high jinks as well! Other special
guests will join MOT artists Maria Cimarelli, Betsy Bronson,
Karl Schmidt and Mark Vondrak to fill the stage with music
and laughter.
Tickets: $19/adults; $17/seniors & students.
Get them early; this show sells out quickly!
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BLACKTHORN IN CONCERT
Friday, & Saturday
March 9 & 10, 7:30 pm
Farmington Players Barn Theatre
The beloved Blackthorn guys are back, for two great evenings
of fabulous Irish music! Michigan’s favorite Irish group,
Blackthorn warmly engages its audiences with their
camaraderie, humor, and their own special blend of tight
harmony and skilled musicianship. With a variety of
instruments and a widely varying repertoire, a Blackthorn
concert is an evening filled with fun, sweet ballads, lively
bar songs, and simply the best of everything Irish, all in
the fine acoustics of the Farmington Players Barn Theatre.
Come prepared to have a great time, and go away with a
smile, whether you’re Irish or not!
Tickets $19/adults; $17/ students & seniors
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Titanic Dinner Event
“A Night to Remember”
A Wonderful Trip Back in History at the Beautiful Historic
Longacre House
Friday, March 30, 6:00 pm
Ever wonder what it would have been like to travel on the
RMS Titanic, the world’s most famous, luxurious ocean liner?
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Titanic, you and
your guests are invited to experience a circa 1912 dinner
with two lively and knowledgeable Titanic historians, who
will lead you on a fascinating and informative voyage
through the history of the Titanic, its passengers and its
place in society, as you enjoy a delicious “fancy”
Titanic-style gourmet meal. Get into the mood and come in
period dress, if you’d like! Special prize drawings and
other excitement will be included. Registration for this
event begins in December; call the Cultural Arts Division
for more information at (248) 473-1848.
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Blackthorn in Concert
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
March 10, 11 & 12, 7:30 pm
Farmington Players Barn TheaterBlackthorn is so
popular, we expanded this concert to three nights, years ago!
Not only are these guys superbly talented vocalists and
musicians, Blackthorn will touch you with their humor,
camaraderie, and their own special blend of tight harmony and
skilled musicianship. With a variety of instruments and a
widely varying repertoire, a Blackthorn concert is an evening
filled with fun, sweet ballads, lively bar songs, and simply
the best of everything Irish! Come prepared to have a great
time, and go away with a smile, whether you're Irish or not!
Tickets are $19 for adults, $17 for students and seniors. |
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Jill Jack in Concert
Saturday, September 25, 7:30 PM
Farmington Players Barn Theatre
32322 12 Mile Road
Performing for the first time at the Players Barn Theatre,
award-winning singer/songwriter Jill Jack will thrill you with
a voice that critics say, "soars like the opera and smokes
like the blues!" Jill Jack has been a commanding presence on
the Michigan music scene for years, and is a many-time winner
at the Detroit Music Awards, including 2010 Outstanding
Acoustic Artist, Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Vocalist, and
Outstanding Folk Recording. Jack's unique style includes
elements of jazz, folk and blues, with a touch of rock.
Tickets: $19 (adults); $17 (seniors and students). |
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Three Men and a Tenor
Friday and Saturday, October 22 &
23, 7:30 PM
Farmington Players Barn Theatre
32322 12
Mile Road
Back by popular demand, for 2
performances, with all new selections! “One of America’s
Finest and Funniest Acts”, Three Men and a Tenor are not only
superbly talented vocalists, they are hilarious! The group is
known for its Emmy-Award winning PBS special, and has shared
the stage with numerous American legends, such as Chuck Berry,
Dionne Warwick, Bob Newhart, and The Beach Boys, and are also
known for their Emmy-Award winning PBS special. You will
relax, laugh, and simply enjoy their fabulous voices as they
take you on a roller coaster of fun and emotion, with many new
songs and old favorites that go "in one era and out another".
Tickets are $19 (adults), $17 (seniors and students). |
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"Holiday Fun with the Michigan Opera Theatre!"
Wednesday, December 8, 7:30 PM
Farmington Players Barn
Theatre
32322 W. Twelve Mile Road
You've heard their amazing voices perform songs from
Broadway and beyond; now enjoy the spectacular voices of the
MOT soloists in a new, fun-filled variety holiday show! Ring
in the season with this festive and hilarious evening of
holiday music, song & dance...including appearances by
(impersonator) "Erma Bombeck" and Santa Claus, straight from
the North Pole. Other special guests will be featured, as well
as audience sing-alongs. This talented group, coupled with the
wonderful acoustics of the Farmington Players Barn Theatre and
a ton of hilarious and dramatic high jinks, will make this a
night not to be missed by anyone who loves great vocal
performances. Tickets are $19 (adults), $17 (seniors and
students).
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Rock, Soul & Suds - Beer Tasting Party!
Friday,
February 4, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Historic Longacre House
It's time for a mid-winter night out -
groove to the great music of Rock and Soul, as you enjoy
tasting a wide range of flavors - over 40 beers - provided by
the knowledgeable staff from Meadows Fine Wine & Liquor. Plus,
Meadows will provide a "hard to find" table of unique styles
of beer, available at their store on Farmington Road. Rock and
Soul is a high-energy, powerful duo with an amazing
repertoire. Co-leader Bruce Pooley has performed all over the
world with such well-known singers as Jerry Lee Lewis and the
Irish Rovers. Teresa Marbury, the other half of Rock and Soul,
has sung at the best private clubs and biggest venues in the
area, from Detroit’s annual International Auto Show to the
Super Bowl, and is considered one of the finest female
vocalists in Michigan. These two amazing singers know just
about any song from any era - and provide the perfect music
for dancing or just plain listening. Tickets are only $20 in
advance; $25 at the door; 21 and over only. Snacks provided.
Call (248) 473-1848 for information. |
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