Gulf Coast Symphony

Symphonic Sensations Performed at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall

Classics of Broadway Sunday, Jan. 17

With Tony Award winners Debbie Gravitte and Doug Labreque

The greatest hits from classic Broadway shows including “Chicago,” “West Side Story,” “A Chorus Line,” “Les Miserables,” “My Fair Lady,” “Kiss Me Kate” and more.

A Symphonic Valentine: Mancini & Moonlight Saturday, Feb. 13

Take a stroll down lover’s lane with this program full of dancing and romancing. Be swept away by lush arrangements of “Moon River,” “The Days Of Wine And Roses,” “Dear Heart,” “Charade” and orchestral features such as the “The Baby Elephant Walk,” “Peter Gun,” “The Pink Panther” and “Victor Victoria.” Starring GCS favorites Teri Dale Hansen and Nat Chandler Quiet Heroes: A Salute to the Heroes of Iwo Jima Sunday, March 14

A musical tribute in honor of our veterans to mark the 65th anniversary of the battle of Iwo Jima. The program features Chris Brubeck’s “Quiet Heroes,” a narrated symphonic suite based on the book “Flag of Our Fathers.” Narration by PBS veteran and voice of NOVA Peter Thomas. The program also includes music from “Victory at Sea,” a “Salute to the Armed Forces” and other surprises.

Classical Access Concerts Performed at the Anderson Theater at Bishop Verot High School at 7:30 p.m. SUNDAY, DEC. 6, Mahler’s “Symphony No. 5” SATURDAY, APRIL 10, Opera Duets, Zemlinsky’s “Lyric” Symphony, Webern “Five Pieces for Orchestra” SATURDAY, MAY 8, Prokofiev’s “Sinfonia concertante,” Op. 125, Tchaikovsky’s “Symphony No. 5”

Pops in the Park Park Concerts are free and are the perfect family event. No tickets or advanced reservations required. Bring family, a picnic and enjoy wonderful music outdoors. SATURDAY, FEB. 27 Movie Magic

Back by popular demand at Four Freedoms Park, 4818 Tarpon Court, Cape Coral SATURDAY, MARCH 27

Part of the Estero Festival of the Arts, Estero Community Park, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., off Corkscrew between U.S. 41 and I-75 Gala Thursday, Dec. 31

At the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall. Ring in the New Year in style with the Gulf Coast Symphony. The party starts at 7 p.m.; concert starts at 9 p.m. Enjoy a black-tie event with a multicourse dinner, drinks, party treats, special entertainment, along with VIP concert tickets. Watch the ball fall in Times Square. Dancing and partying all night long. Private dessert reception for VIP guests after the concert. Champagne after the concert for all guests. Concert-only tickets with champagne toast are also available. All tickets for this event (Gala and/or concert) are through the Barbara B. Mann Box Office, 481-4849.

With guest star Sal Viviano

A Detroit native, Mr. Viviano began his career opening for comedy greats of the last generation. After completing degrees (Eastern Illinois University), he taught high school, while earning Union cards as an actor in Chicago. Moving East, he made his Broadway debut in “The Three Musketeers” (1984); followed-by starring roles in the Broadway hits “Romance/Romance,” “City Of Angels,” “Falsettos,” “The Life” and “The Full Monty.”

if you go

>> Tickets: Call 481-4849 or visit www. gulfcoastsymphony.org >> Information: www.gulfcoastsymphony.org >> Location: The Gulf Coast Symphony plays at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, the Anderson Theater on the campus of Bishop Verot High School and at parks around Lee County.