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S E Aco a s t 2 0 1 5 - 1 6 s e a s o n t o b e exc i t i n g, e c l e c t i c m i x SEAcoast Entertainment Association has announced its concert lineup for 2015- 16 and association president Ernie Doud promises it to be another outstanding season. “For 35 years, SEAcoast Entertainment Association has provided Florence with world-class entertainment at affordable prices – from household names to undiscovered gems,” Doud said. “Classics to jazz, eclectic to electric, ballet to big band, concert goers will love this season’s variety. There will be something for everyone.” The 2015-16 season will feature international-caliber Latin/pop/jazz/ Calendar of Events JUNE SHS Band — June 1 SHS Choir — June 2 Coastal Fitness Spring Performance — June 4 LRP’s “Putnam Spelling Bee” June 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 FEC Indoor Yard Sale — June 27 JUNE Backstreet Gallery Artist Reception — July 10 LRP auditions for “Chicago” — July 10, 11 and 12 Van Fans Ice Cream Social — July 18 Rhody Quilt Guild Show — July 24 and 25 Army Band concert — July 28 Siuslaw Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony July 31 Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at noon. Box Office Hours: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. weekdays and 1 hour before major events ONGOING EVENTS : Florence Rotary Club luncheon - Tuesdays at noon classical artists Quattrosound, popular singer Ken Lavigne, guitarist Jesse Cook, Ballet Fantastique, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Shuffl e Concert (a group so multi-talented they let the audience pick the playlist), and gypsy- jazz artists The New Hot Club of America. In addition, SEAcoast is partnering with award- winning author and speaker Bob Welch to offer tickets for the debut of his new stage show, Bob Welch & Friends. The season kicks off Oct. 9 with Latin Grammy-nominated Quattrosound, an innovative ensemble that blends Latin pop, Jazz and classical into a delicious new genre called “POPZZICAL.” Quattrosound is raising the bar of originality while paying homage to the classics and forging a contemporary new sound. Ken Lavigne — He’s got the looks. He’s got the charm. He’s most certainly got the voice. And now SEAcoast has got him for Florence. Lavigne has performed on many world stages, including New York’s Carnegie Hall and in England for Prince Charles. It will be a great date night or girl’s night out Nov. 21. While most don’t get the chance to dine in the cafés of Seville or dance in the clubs in Havana, you will experience a sense of that passionate cultural vibe through the music of guitarist Jesse Cook and his band. Cook’s music has been featured on episodes of Sex and The City, The Chris Isaak Show and during several Olympic Games. Cook and his group of multi-talented musicians perform Jan. 23, 2016. On Feb. 10, 2016, Ballet Fantastique brings the premiere of Dragon and the Night Queen: Celtic Stories, which forges a new and dramatic retelling of ancient Irish legends in a vivid exploration of choreography and dance fi lled with riotous spirit. Violinist Cullen Vance and the Gerry Rempel Ensemble provide the exuberant live accompaniment. March 18, 2016, one of most popular and sought after big bands in the world, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, returns to Florence. SEAcoast Entertainment opens the Florence Event Center’s fl at fl oor so you can enjoy big band music the way it was intended — with dancing and cabaret- style seating! “You choose, we play,” said the members of the world-class ensemble, Shuffl e Concert. From Baroque to classical and romantic; from jazz, to pop and Broadway, this group is so multitalented they let the audience select the pieces they will play. You’ve never been to a concert like this. Every performance is a completely customized and memorable experience! Don’t miss this rare Thursday night concert on April 7, 2016. You’ll be in luck on Friday, May 13, 2016, when The New Hot Club of America comes to “wow” Florence. This dazzling ensemble is comprised of some of today’s top gypsy jazz artists in North America. You’ll want to tango in your seat as they recapture the sound, style and spirit of the 1930’s-era Hot Club of France. A publication of the Siuslaw News. CENTERSTAGE “We Can Help” • Specializing in tax strategies & preparation for individu- als, corporations, LLC’s, estates and trusts. DEADLINES: Event copy: 10th of the month prior to pub li cation; Display Ads: Camera-ready ads must be received by the 15th of month prior to publication. Copyright 2015© Centerstage Printed by Central Coast Publishing Page 2 classroom. “The best way to enjoy all of these amazing shows is with the $150 season ticket package,” said Doud. “Individual concert tickets are $30 each, so that’s a per- show savings of more than $8! As a season subscriber you can enjoy all seven concerts for the price of fi ve individual shows, and you get the same great seats at every performance.” “And it gets even better,” Doud added. “By special arrangement with writer Bob Welch, SEAcoast season ticketholders can receive preferred seating until June 15 for just $27 for adults and $10 for students for the Oct. 18, premier of Bob Welch & Friends, an all-new show with the same cast from his 2014 sold-out Hult Center event. Tickets, artist profi les, show times, video clips and more information are available at are at SEAcoastEA.org. Tickets can also be purchased at the Florence Events Center box offi ce, 715 Quince Street, or by phone at 541-997-1994. Maintaining Financial Security Is Tougher Than Ever Published each month. Distribution: 7,000 in the Siuslaw News, Florence and surrounding areas. 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