Live at Lynn Theatre Series To Present Four Music-Packed Shows in February and March

Lynn University and Producer Jan McArt, director of theatre arts program development, today announced that the Libby Dodson's Live at Lynn Theatre Series will present four music-packed shows during February and March 2018. Individual show tickets can be purchased by phone at +1 561-237-9000, online at events/lynn.edu, or at the box office.

Feb. 3-4
Benise
Soulful Spanish Nights

• Saturday: 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 4 p.m.

Backed by a full stage of musicians and elaborately choreographed dancers, guitar virtuoso Benise (pronounced Buh-NEE-say) captures world music at its best: Spanish flamenco, Cuban salsa, Brazilian samba, Argentine tango, African drumming, Parisian waltz and Indian Bollywood mixed with a little Led Zeppelin and AC/DC.
Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center
Tickets: $70 for box, $55 for orchestra and $50 for mezzanine

Feb. 17-18
Ann Hampton Callaway
The Streisand Songbook

• Saturday: 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 4 p.m.

Known for her divine voice, depth of emotion and piano virtuosity, Callaway performs songs from five decades of Barbra Streisand's multifaceted career, including "The Way We Were," "Don't Rain on My Parade" and "Cry Me a River."
Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center
Tickets: $70 for box, $55 for orchestra and $50 for mezzanine

March 3-4
In The Mood
America's favorite big band musical

• Saturday: 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 4 p.m.

More than a concert, In The Mood presents a retro 1940s musical back for its 20th season tour. Featuring singers and dancers backed by the sensational String of Pearls big band orchestra, the costumes, music and arrangements are as authentic as it gets.
Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center
Tickets: $70 for box, $55 for orchestra and $50 for mezzanine

March 24-25
A perfect evening with Erich Bergen:
The star of the CBS hit show Madame Secretary

• Saturday: 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 4 p.m.

The motion picture and TV star Erich Bergen, is perhaps best known for his award-winning portrayal of Bob Gaudio in Clint Eastwood's film Jersey Boys. Bergen channels his heroes: Peter Allen, Barry Manilow, Elton John and Billy Joel. With his dry wit and smooth vocals, the stage, screen and TV star delivers what he calls "a party."
Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center
Tickets: $70 for box, $55 for orchestra and $50 for mezzanine

The Live at Lynn Opening Night Cabaret Receptions starring legendary singer/pianist Michael Laird

Join Jan McArt and an elite group of sponsors and "first nighters" in the Wold's Christine E. Lynn Salon immediately following the Saturday opening night performances. Hob nob with the performers and have your photo taken with the stars. Seating is very limited, so preference is given to members of the Theatre Arts Guild. To join Jan McArt's Theatre Arts Guild, visit www.give.lynn.edu/givetheatrearts or contact Desiree McKim at +1 561-237-7750.

Lynn University is an independent college based in Boca Raton, Florida, with approximately 3,000 students from 100 countries. U.S. News & World Report ranks Lynn as the top international university in the region. Lynn's NCAA Division II Fighting Knights have won 23 national titles, its Conservatory of Music features a world-renowned faculty of performers, and its nationally recognized Institute for Achievement and Learning empowers students with learning differences. The school's Dialogues curriculum and award-winning iPad program help Lynn graduates gain the intellectual flexibility and global experience to fulfill their potential in an ever-changing world. For more information, visit lynn.edu.

The 750-seat Wold Performing Arts Center, located on Lynn's campus in the heart of Boca Raton, is easily accessible by both I-95 and the Florida Turnpike. Recently ranked by Best Value Schools, an online publication, as one of the "25 Most Amazing University Performing Arts Centers," the Wold features superb acoustics, a modern lighting system, a large, light-filled lobby, and flexible space well-suited for dramatic productions, concerts and other cultural events. With an elegant salon, outdoor sunset terrace and intimate black-box studio, this new center is home to numerous concerts and events, including professional theatrical performances by the theatre arts program's Libby Dodson's Live at Lynn Theatre Series, the Live at Lynn American Songbook Series, and Jan McArt's New Play Reading Series, as well as performances from the Lynn University Conservatory of Music and the Drama Department in the College of International Communication. For more information, visit lynn.edu/events.

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