McKendree Presents Series
United States Air Force Band of Mid-America
Sunday, September 1, 2013 @ 3:00 p.m.
The Air Force Band of Mid-America, the principal musical ambassador of Headquarters
Air Mobility Command at Scott Air Force Base, will kick-off the McKendree Presents
season.
FREE!
MOMIX: Botanica
Thursday, September 19, 2013, @ 7:30 p.m.
Explore the music of nature with the eye-popping techniques of the MOMIX performers.
Using only light, shadow, props and the human body, the dancer-illusionists will astonish
you with their exceptional inventiveness and spectacular costumes.
$22 adult, $18 senior, $10 student/child
Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway
Friday, October 4, 2013, @ 7:30 p.m.
A show-stopping musical journey through a century of Broadway’s most celebrated shows
features a dazzling cast accompanied by an all-star New York band. Five Broadway veterans
take on the hits from The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, CATS and more.
“A breezy, sprawling revue that romps gleefully through the American musical theater’s
greatest hits.” - Fort Worth Star-Telegram
$22 adult, $18 senior, $10 student/child
The Wonder Bread Years
Wednesday, October 30, 2013, @ 7:30 p.m.
Former “Seinfeld” writer Pat Hazell’s fresh, funny salute to the Baby Boomer Generation
walks the line between stand-up comedy and theater. Restore your sense of wonder as
you savor the past like never before!
“Milk-snorting funny!” – Jerry Seinfeld
“Pure, unpasteurized nostalgia.” – Los Angeles Times
$20 adult, $15 senior, $8 student/child
Saint Louis Symphony Mondays
Monday, November 11, 2013, @ 7:30 p.m.
An exquisite concert experience features smaller chamber ensembles of Saint Louis
Symphony Orchestra musicians.
FREE!
Doc Severinsen & His Big Band
Sunday, November 17, 2013, @ 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy a night of Ellington and Basie standards, pop, jazz, ballads and big band classics
from the Grammy Award-winning trumpet virtuoso. The former “Tonight Show with Johnny
Carson” bandleader has not lost his flair for outrageous fashions and witty banter!
$26 adult, $22 senior, $10 student/child
Saint Louis Wind Symphony
Sunday, November 24, 2013, @ 3:00 p.m.
A versatile ensemble of St. Louis area music educators perform classical and contemporary
woodwind compositions, patriotic marches, show tunes, jazz and more.
FREE!
“The Sound of Christmas,” starring Elisabeth Von Trapp & the Carolian Brass
Wednesday, December 4, 2013, @ 7:30 p.m.
A holiday celebration features the beloved music of the von Trapp family and “The
Sound of Music,” performed by Maria’s granddaughter Elisabeth and the exceptional
Carolian Brass Quintet.
$22 adult, $18 senior, $10 student/child
United States Air Force Band of Mid-America
Monday, December 9, 2013, @ 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 10, 2013, @ 7:30 p.m.
Two great shows this year! The Air Force Band of Mid-America returns with its popular
holiday concert, always a sellout.
FREE!
Thodos Dance Chicago: The White City & Fosse Trilogy
Thursday, January 30, 2014, @ 7:30 p.m.
Choreographed by Tony Award winner Ann Reinking, a spectacular 12-dancer ensemble
performs a one-act story ballet of the dramatic events surrounding the Chicago World’s
Fair of 1893 (based on Erik Larson’s bestseller, The Devil in the White City), and
a mixed repertory of Bob Fosse pieces remounted by Ms. Reinking.
$15 adult, $12 senior, $5 student/child
The Official Blues Brothers Revue
Sunday, February 9, 2014, @ 7:30 p.m.
The only Blues Brothers show sanctioned by both Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi’s family
celebrates Chicago’s rich rhythm and blues history with high energy passion and precision.
Fun for all ages!
“Infectious and unbridled energy.... it blows the roof off." - The Chicago Sun-Times
$22 adult, $18 senior, $10 student/child
John Pizzarelli Quartet
Friday, February 21, 2014, @ 7:30 p.m.
The world-renowned jazz guitarist and singer reinvigorates the Great American Songbook
with the cool jazz flavor of his brilliant guitar playing and vocals.
“Hip with a wink.” - Town & Country
“Madly creative.” - Los Angeles Times
$20 adult, $15 senior, $8 student/child
Valentina Igoshina
Wednesday, March 5, 2014, @ 7:30 p.m.
A recital by the acclaimed Russian pianist, who has performed as a soloist on many
of the grand concert stages of the world.
$5 general admission
Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo
Saturday, March 8, 2014, @ 3:00 p.m.
Giant puppets, stilt-walkers and inflatables bring dinosaurs to life on stage in this
unique, interactive show, created and performed by Erth-Visual & Physical, Inc. Kids
are invited to feed, water and care for these lifelike creatures as they accompany
the performers on a journey to prehistoric Australia.
$15 adult, $12 senior, $5 student/child
Saint Louis Symphony Mondays
Monday, March 31, 2014, @ 7:30 p.m.
An exquisite concert experience features smaller chamber ensembles of Saint Louis
Symphony Orchestra musicians.
FREE!
The Intergalactic Nemesis - Book One: Target Earth
Thursday, April 3, 2014, @ 7:30 p.m.
A 21st century mash-up of comic books, sci-fi and radio adventure drama for the kid in everyone.
Dazzling comic book art is projected on a screen while three actors, a musician and
sound-effects artist provide the soundtrack. Family friendly and totally fun! Recommended
for ages 8 and up.
"Pitch-perfect... totally nuts and a ton of fun! Do not miss it!" - The Austinist
"Thrilling, compelling... you'll be amazed and entertained." - BroadwayWorld.com
$15 adult, $12 senior, $5 student/child
Saint Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra
Sunday, May 4, 2014, @ 3:00 p.m.
The region’s finest young musicians, ages 12 to 22, represent 35 schools throughout
greater St. Louis and beyond.
FREE!
McKendree Presents Series
