Southern Circuit Film Series

Bleacher Boys

April 7, 2010 at 7 p.m.

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This is a story of five men who shared a common dream as boys: growing up and playing major league baseball. Five men: each of whose dreams were dashed at an early age due to blindness. All are masterful story tellers whose tales become easy for us to identify with and whose perseverance we can admire. Meet producer Karen Hunter after the screening.

In Their Own Words: The Tuskegee Airman

April 10, 2010 at 8 p.m.

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During the Masters, a week of legends, we have decided to bring in a few heroes. Meet Original Tuskegee Airmen and get autographs and photos with these extraordinary gentlemen.

In Their Own Words: The Tuskegee Airmen tells the story of America's first squadron of African-American pilots who fought during World War II. Ignoring the prevailing ideas of the time, the Airmen led the way to the integration of the Armed Forces. Complete with interviews, rare photographs, and computer-generated recreations, "In Their Own Words" tells the Airmen's story from the rocky start in 1941, to their acceptance of the Congressional Gold Medal in 2007.

A Day at the Imperial:

Willy Wonka and
the Chocolate Factory

April 17, 2010 at 10 a.m.

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Come celebrate the unveiling of the Imperial Theatre's new logo. The screening of the 1971 classic film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, with Gene Wilder, will kick off the day's events at 10 a.m. Enter Willy Wonka's world of pure imagination at the historic Imperial Theatre. Tickets are $3.

A Day at the Imperial:

City Lights

April 17, 2010 at 2 p.m.

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Starring Charlie Chaplin, City Lights is the charmingly simple story of The Little Tramp who meets a lovely blind girl selling flowers on the sidewalk who mistakes him for a wealthy duke. When he learns that an operation may restore her sight, he sets off to earn the money she needs to have the surgery. Through a series of comedic adventures that only Chaplin could pull off, the tramp eventually succeeds, even though his efforts land him in jail. Come celebrate the unveiling of the Imperial Theatre's new logo with our second event of the day! Tickets are $3 for children and $5 for adults.

A Day at the Imperial:

Larry Jon Wilson,
Bayou Bleu, The Endalls
and Ronnie Hill & the Willing

April 17, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.

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To end the logo unveiling celebration with a big bang, come to our finale with live performances by Larry Jon Wilson, Bayou Blue, The Endalls and Ronnie Hill & the Willing. During the concert, we'll announce the winner of the Imperial logo contest and present a special award to the Ed Turner and the Number 9 Band! Tickets are $10 for General Admission and $20 for VIP, plus renovation and handling fees. Sponsored by WJBF News Channel 6 and The Augusta Chronicle.

Dance Augusta presents:

Dance a la Carte

Thursday April 22, 2010 at 7 p.m.

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A spicy spring menu of dance featuring live and on-stage the award winning band "My Instant Lunch"

Tempting Appetizer
"A PLACE TO DANCE" with music by Johann Sebastian Bach.
This artful, athletic selection is brimming with the joy and zest of a youthful, sportive life. It was chosen for the Andrew W. Mellon Choreographic List and presented to Ron and Zanne Colton as a gift from choreographer Valerie Greig.

Luscious First Course
"DON QUIXOTE PAS DE DEUX" from the famous full length ballet, Don Quixote. Guest principal artists Rider Vierling and Kristy Tancred showcase their virtuosity and technical prowess in this passionate pas de deux from one of ballet's classical showpieces.

Delectable Main
Gifted choreographer Peter Powlus teams with local award winning rock band "My Instant Lunch" to create a delicious mix of diverse musical styles and exciting dance vocabularies. Not your typical rock band, "My Instant Lunch" embraces all styles of contemporary music - which spoke to Powlus and inspired him to create a dynamic collection of dance pieces based on themes from the group's songs. Band members Jordan Lucas on guitar, Danny Rankin on bass, Michael Ray on keyboard and Adam Kronowski on drums will perform live on stage alongside Dance Augusta members and guest artists Morgan Hulen, Rider Vierling and Peter Powlus.

Scrumptious Dessert Finale
"RED WAGON" returns as a favorite of Augusta audiences. This sophisticated yet sassy treat features choreography by Anthony Ferro in the Twyla Tharp style with music from the 1930's Big Band era.

Augusta Players presents:

Annie

Friday, April 30, 2010 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 3 p.m.

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Since its Broadway debut in 1977 Annie, winner of several Tony Awards including "Best Musical" and "Best Original Score," has become a cultural phenomenon. This touching story about a spunky orphan with curly red hair has worked its way into the hearts of audiences worldwide. Overflowing with fun-loving characters and memorable songs such as "Tomorrow," "It's the Hard-Knock Life" "You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile," and "Maybe," Annie is a must-see Broadway classic. Whether you want to relive the magic or experience it for the first time, you won't want to miss this opportunity to enjoy family entertainment at its best! Bet your bottom dollar you'll love it! To purchase tickets, go to www.augustaplayers.org or call 706-826-4707