World Class Entertainment at a Small Town Price


2011 - 2012

SCHEDULED PERFORMANCES

All concerts at 7:00 PM in the Fort Benton Elementary School Auditorium, 1406 Franklin Street, unless otherwise noted.

PAM DREWS PHILLIPS
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
    Look near the footlights and you'll find jazz pianist, conductor, and composer Pam Drew Phillips. Phillips has conducted the Broadway companies of "Crazy For You" and "Jerome Robbins' Broadway," the national company of "On Your Toes," and the national and Scandinavian companies of "Evita."
   As a keyboard player she has performed in many Broadway shows in addition to film work such as "Crossing Delancey," and performances with the American Symphony, New York City Ballet Orchestra, American Ballet Theater, American Theater Orchestra, and the Grand Teton Festival Orchestra. Phillips' jazz playing includes performances with Lainie Kazan, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, the Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Betty Buckley, and the Manhattan Rhythm Kings.
   She composed the music for "Charlotte and Shaw," a musical that was performed at Musical Theater Works in New York City.


SUDS N' SUDS

Monday, October 24, 2011
   Take Two Productions presents Suds N' Suds. Cara Ayres and Beth Schreiber who strive to use their talents and energies to bring laughter, love and light while offering exciting, energetic and enthusiastic performances to audiences all over the country. This talented two-woman performing group joins hilarious script and moving music. They bring the house down with laughter, tears, and every emotion in between with their comedic delivery, natural talent and magical chemistry.


ANDRE' FLOYD
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
    Andre Floyd has been all around the world playing his special brand of original rockin' blues and ballads. Andre has worked with such greats as Taj Mahal, Edgar Winter, Corky Siegel (of the legendary Siegel - Schwall blues band) and many more. Not only has Andre performed for 41 of his 51 years, but Andre is also a renowned promoter of concerts and has produced over 30 CD's for other regional artists. In short, Andre is the quintessential musician and businessman. In the studio currently working on his 4th CD on his self owned Tapas record label, Andre is also currently touring and pleasing audiences all over the Northwest with his original brand of powerful blues and having fun. Don't miss this truly gifted product of Montana.

VIGILANTE THEATRE
ADVENTURES ON THE WESTERN STAGE

Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Different Venue - at the Montana Agricultural Center, 1205 20th Street
   A fast-paced comedy set on the western vaudeville stage in the early days of the 20th century. The brother-sister act of Winston and Vidalia Grumble find themselves in a heap of trouble one night when all the other acts on the bill suddenly turn up missing or, for various reasons, are unable to go on. Winston and Vidalia rely on their quick wits, instincts, and years of stage experience to perform all the acts themselves. The Grumbles sing, they dance, tell jokes, juggle, do ventriloquism, and even read minds as they go to heroic lengths to ensure that the show goes on!

PRESIDIO BRASS
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
   Hailing from “America’s Finest City”, San Diego, CA, Presidio Brass is a dynamic force in American brass chamber music. With a unique and exciting repertoire written specifically for the ensemble, Presidio Brass is committed to providing engaging musical programs as well as developing close ties to their audiences. Presidio Brass has performed in over 30 states and was on the touring roster for Nashville-based Live on Stage for the 2007-2008 season and asked back by popular demand for the 2009-2010 season after being noted as the finest brass group to have ever been associated with the organization.

PHIL FORTENBERRY & REBECCA SPENCER
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
   Rebecca Spencer and Philip Fortenberry create magic and musical artistry. Together vocalist
Rebecca Spencer and pianist Philip Fortenberry,
breathe new life into the Big Hits of Broadway and
American standards in two exciting acts.
   The Monthly Herald of London says, “Their performance live, redefines romance, virtuosity and
human warmth…”
   Rebecca is a premier Broadway art song interpreter
and Philip has performed in such national tours as “Cats”, “The Lion King” and many more.
 

JASON DESHAW
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Different Venue - Pub Night at the Montana Agricultural Center, 1205 20th Street
   Since 2004, Jason has been on the road entertaining audiences throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe. He has opened up for Emerson Drive, The Oakridge Boys, and Little Big Town and has headlined two Bio-Diesel tours promoting its environmental benefits.
   In 2007, Jason moved to Nashville and formed a 5-piece band which performed regularly at the world famous “Tootsies Orchid Lounge.” While all the other acts on Broadway were singing covers, Jason stood out as a guy who could get away with playing original songs. He was honored to perform a 9 day stretch through the CMA Festival entertaining packed audiences with his dynamic show. Since then, Jason has been on the road playing fairs and rodeos throughout the Northwest and Canada. In the spring of 2010, he recorded and released his 4th album, “Hi-Line.”
   It’s all about “Livin’, Lovin’, and Leavin’” as Jason blends traditional country with his own new sound. With a back home feelin’ and natural stage presence, Jason’s music and personality draw in the crowd for a rockin’ good time. Whether a country fan or not, you will be amazed by the song and show of Jason DeShaw!













SEASON TICKETS

$45.00 for adults, $110 for family, and $25.00 for students, are available. Purchase your season tickets before October 1st and receive an "early bird" discount. Individual performance tickets may be purchased at the door at a cost of $12.00 for adults and $8.00 for students.











MEMBERSHIP BONUSES INCLUDE


Concert Reciprocity

Season Ticket holders can attend any of the programs with Great Falls Community Concert, Chinook, Gardiner, Glasgow, Havre, Helena, Lewistown, Sidney, and White Sulphur Springs for only $5.00.





Buddy Punch Ticket

Bring one "Buddy" to one concert per season.


Explore the Arts

Allows an adult to purchase a season ticket which will admit one minor child for the additional price of $10.00.




















For Additional Information or to reserve tickets contact:
Chouteau County Performing Arts

PO Box 1315 Fort Benton, MT 59442
or call
Connie @ 406-750-2918
or
Wendy @ 406-622-5677
or
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Chouteau County Performing Arts is co-sponsored by the Fort Benton Community Improvement Association. Events are made possible through support from the National Endowment for the Arts and Montana's Cultural Trust; Montana Performing Arts Consortium (MPAC); The Western Arts Federation (WESTAF); and The Montana Arts Council.
  
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