Connect2Culture (C2C), Joplin's community arts agency, announced its third annual Curtains Up Series at a press conference held Tuesday, August 20, 2019, at 10:00am outside in front of Joplin Memorial Hall (212 W 8th St, Joplin, MO 64801).
C2C’s performing arts series – the Curtains Up Series – brings national touring artists to Joplin. C2C will utilize both Joplin Memorial Hall and the Joplin High School Performing Arts Center as their venues again this year. In its third year, the Curtains Up Series will consist of four outstanding performances:
1. Ailey II
Tuesday, October 29, 2019 | 7:30pm
Joplin High School Performing Arts Center
(2104 Indiana Avenue, Joplin, MO 64804)
Established in 1974, Ailey II is the junior company of the world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Today, personalized guidance, rigorous training, and involvement with distinguished choreographers ensure Ailey II performers offer stunning, world-class productions. Tickets: $30 Orchestra, $25 Mezzanine and Front Balcony, $20 Back Balcony.
2. David Phelps: It Must Be Christmas 2019 Tour
Sunday, December 15, 2019 | 7:30pm
Joplin High School Performing Arts Center
(2104 Indiana Avenue, Joplin, MO 64804)
With a vocal range spanning more than three octaves, David Phelps has led an astounding career beginning when he was just a child. His natural gift and passion for performing has spurred his success both as a member of the Gaither Vocal Band and as a solo artist. Today, Phelps remains a worldwide icon for the gospel genre. Tickets: $50 Orchestra, $40 Mezzanine and Front Balcony, $30 Back Balcony.
3. Voctave
Sunday, February 2, 2020 | 7:30pm
Joplin High School Performing Arts Center
(2104 Indiana Avenue, Joplin, MO 64804)
Formed in 2015, the a cappella group Voctave came together to make magical arrangements of classic Disney songs and Broadway hits. Today, Voctave’s videos have received millions of views on social media and the group continues to create and perform in an ever-expanding range of musical genres. Tickets: $25 Orchestra, $20 Mezzanine and Front Balcony, $15 Back Balcony.
4. The Choir of Man
Tuesday, March 10, 2020 | 7:30pm
Joplin Memorial Hall
(212 West 8th Street, Joplin, MO 64804)
The Choir of Man pays tribute to an iconic, cultural fixture in Ireland: the pub. This 90-minute, high-energy, interactive performance combines harmonious musical numbers, foot-stomping choreography, and an on-stage bar for an unforgettable, feel-good performance!Tickets: $31 Front Floor, $21 Back Floor and Mezzanine.
More information about all artists in this season’s Curtains Up Series 2019-2020 may be found in the attached document. To find high resolution photos of each artists, visit: https://connect2culture.box.com/s/kd6sr5evuitite3vk1kktq60hhh2a9qf.
Subscription ticket sales, which offer discounted package tickets, are on sale now. Individual ticket sales begin Sunday, September 1, 2019.
Discounted package tickets available:
Pick 4 – experience all four performances in the 2019-2020 season and receive a 20% discount on each ticket: http://bit.ly/curtains-up-pick-4
Pick 3 – experience three performances in the 2019-2020 season and receive a 15% discount on each ticket: http://bit.ly/curtains-up-pick-3
Pick 2 – experience two performances in the 2019-2020 season and receive a 10% discount on each ticket: http://bit.ly/curtains-up-pick-2
C2C is excited to announce that it has a new ticketing system this year – Vendini. Tickets are available for purchase exclusively atconnect2culture.org or at select C2C pop-up box offices to be announced via social media at a later date. All patrons are encouraged to avoid overpaying through ticket resellers by buying direct from C2C.
C2C’s Curtains Up Series boasts a diverse lineup offering something for everyone. To bring this high caliber of artistry to Joplin, C2C sincerely thanks all of its sponsors who make the Curtains Up Series possible with their generous contributions.
Top Billing: Freeman Health System
Presenting: The Joplin Globe
Star: Harry and Erin Cornell and Dr. Lance and Sharon Beshore
Producing: Leggett & Platt Incorporated, KOAM/FOX-14 TV, Residence Inn by Marriott - Joplin
Directing: Vowels & Stovern Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, KODE and KSN TV, Hershewe Law Firm
Patron of the Arts: Edward Jones/Dan L. Stanley, Missouri Southern State University, Liberty Utilities - Empire District, Arvest Bank, AMI Radio, SMC, and Craven Media
Friend of the Arts: Crossland Construction Company, The Insurancenter, Red Onion Café, Dr. Michael and Jeri Lynn Joseph, Sign Designs, Commerce Bank, Community Bank & Trust, Southwest Missouri Bank, Ron and Patty Richard, Corner Greer & Associates, and US Bank
Curtains Up Series 2019-2020 on C2C’s website: http://connect2culture.org/performances/curtains-up-series-2019-2020/
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