Entertainment

Meyer theater plans a breadth of talent this fall

 

A variety of events and bands are featured this fall season at the Meyer Theater in the La-Z-Boy Center.

 

Shenandoah

Saturday, Oct. 22, 7:30 p.m.

The classic country music band Shenandoah will kick off the season. One of the most notable country music bands of all time, Shenandoah is known for hits like “Two Dozen Roses,” “Church on the Cumberland Road,” “I Want to be Loved Like That,” and “Next to you, Next to Me.” 

Opening for Shenandoah will be Cory Young, a Monroe County native. Cory grew up splitting his time between the island paradise of Hawaii, and the dirt roads of Carleton. 

He is a veteran of the Nashville music scene. His music is best described as country with a mix of Island and Americana.

 

Symphony Band and Chorale

Monday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m.

The first show of the season from the College’s band and chorale. The Community Symphony Band and the Agora Chorale. General admission is free.

 

Bee Gees Gold

Friday, November 11, 7:30 p.m.

Bee Gees Gold, A Tribute to the Bee Gees, will recreate the classic Bee Gee hits from the 1960’s and 1970’s. Featured songs will include “Massachusetts’ and “I Started a Joke,’ as well as later Disco classics like “Stayin’ Alive” and “You Should be Dancing.” There is also the Disco Fever Pre-Party, 5 p.m. in the La-Z-Boy Center Atrium. Cash bar.

 

Essential Survival Guide to School 

Friday, November 18, 7 p.m.

Junie B. Jones Essential Survival Guide to School for one hour. This children’s event is recommended for grades K-5. All you need to know about band aids, car pools to cookies. This all-new musical adventure is based on Barbara Park’s popular book.

 

Brad Wenzel 

Saturday, December 17, 7:30 p.m.

Local comedian and Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central graduate Brad Wenzel brings his offbeat, one liner comedy home. Recently a guest on “Conan,” he has also opened for acts like Gilbert Godfrey and Louie Anderson.

 

Agora Chorale and Children’s Chorus

Tuesday, December 6, 7:30 p.m. 

The Agora Chorale Concert and MCCC’s Prelude Children’s Chorus perform.  Free admission.

Symphony Band

Monday, December 12, 7:30 p.m.

Symphony Band Concert performs. Free admission.