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JUNE/JULY 2013 MACON MAGAZINE I 37 Memphis (2010 Tony Award winner for Best Musical) WHEN: Dec. 2-3 at 7:30 p.m. WHAT: Travel back to the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis for a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roof-raising rock 'n' roll with a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. WHO: Lovers of all things rock'n'roll and R&B, Southern history buffs and retro dance fans TOP THREE REASONS TO GO: 1. It won "Best Musical" for a reason – a dynamic storyline, explosive dancing and irresistible songs 2. Based on a true story out of its namesake city, Macon music lovers will be amazed how similar it is to our own Capricorn Records/Otis Redding story (except in "Memphis" the singer is a woman). 3. If you're a fan of '50s and '60s music you'll go crazy for the song-and-dance numbers. Bring It On: e Musical (Currently nominated for a 2012 Tony Award for Best Musical) WHEN: Jan. 21-22 at 7:30 p.m. WHAT: Bitingly relevant and sprinkled with sass, "Bring It On: e Musical," inspired by the movie "Bring It On," takes you on a high-flying journey through friendship, forgiveness and determination. It is the story of the challenges and unexpected bonds formed through the thrill of extreme competition. WHO: You and your favorite teen/high school BFF's TOP THREE REASONS TO GO: 1. Your teenager will think you are super-cool. 2. It's a great show! It didn't earn a Tony Award nod for nothing! 3. It's a great way to congratulate players, cheerleaders and bands aer an awesome football season or make it a reunion of your own high school or college crowd. Group rates are available. Man of LaMancha (Tony Award winner for Best Musical) WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 23, at 2:30 p.m. WHAT: One of the great triumphs in American musical theater, this classic love story tells the tale of Don Quixote on his endearing quest for "e Impossible Dream" of peace, goodness, beauty and the alluring lady of his dreams, Dulcinea. WHO: Your favorite sidekick, your own Dulcinea, or any "Impossible Dream"-er. It's a great evening of American musical theater. TOP THREE REASONS TO GO: 1. Two songs: "e Impossible Dream" – Don Quixote's longing quest may remind you to find your own. "Man of La Mancha" – go to YouTube (or MaconMagazine.com) and watch Linda Eder knock this song out of the park. It's the perfect spark to reignite your own dream. 2. e humor. e interplay between dreamy Don Quixote and solid Sancho Panza will remind you why dynamic duos are called such. 3. Dulcinea. Quixote's dream woman is ahead of her time. Disney's Beauty and the Beast WHEN: March 12-13 at 7 p.m. WHAT: Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes and dazzling production numbers, including "Be Our Guest" and the beloved title song. WHO: Kids and those young at heart, Disney lovers or your favorite date. TOP THREE REASONS TO GO: 1. is magical night of live musical theater is an evening your favorite kid (large or small) will never outgrow or forget. 2. e moral of the story, that beauty is more about who you are than what you look like is a valuable reminder for us all. 3. You're never too old for a great romance. e Ten Tenors: On Broadway WHEN: Saturday, March 29, at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. WHAT: Broadway's greatest hits sung by 10 of Australia's hottest tenors equals one unforgettable performance! WHO: Your favorite date, your favorite girlfriends, vocal music enthusiasts. TOP THREE REASONS TO GO: 1. ese talented Australian vocalists have wowed Oprah and audiences around the world. 2. e music of Broadway takes an even more artistic turn with their rock-meets-opera style. 3. See their picture… Four Tonys and Ten Tenors Award-Winning Broadway Series Set for e Grand Next season includes: