Old School Square Cultural Arts Center, Delray Beach, FL

 

Crest Theatre Performances and Outdoor Concerts at the Pavilion

General Ticket Information
Individual ticket sales open October 15, 2008.  Group sales open July 25, 2008.  For tickets, please call the Crest Theatre Box Office: 561.243.7922 ext. 1.  NEW FOR THE 08-09 SEASON -- PURCHASE ONLINE!  Online sales for individual tickets will open October 15, 2008.

For seating selections, refer to the Crest Theatre Seating Chart

Crest Theatre 2008-2009 Main Stage Series

Performance times: Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 & 8 p.m. and Sunday, 2 & 7 p.m.  
Individual ticket prices: Matinee $40; evening $42. Exceptions: Altar Boyz, Ballroom and Footloose are $45 for all performances.
 

Nov. 14-15-16, 2008
ALTAR BOYZ

In this hilarious musical comedy Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham belong to a Christian boy band that's trying to save the world, one soul at a time. Winner of the 2005 Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Off Broadway Musical, this show is still playing to sold-out audiences in NYC. The Chicago Free Press calls it “Mary Magdalicious!"

Dec. 5-6-7, 2008
SPENCERS THEATRE OF ILLUSION

One of our original performers returns to the Crest with a “magic show” like none you’ve ever seen!  Cutting edge illusions are fused with theatrical elements to create a magically amazing show!

Dec. 19-20-21, 2008
BALLROOM - WORLD CHAMPION TOUR 2008

A spectacular production with 10 World Champion dancers and two vocalists.  Dazzling performances include Tango, Cha Cha, Waltz, Salsa and much more!

Jan. 16-17-18, 2009
THE KINGSTON TRIO

In the 1960’s, they were the #1 vocal group in the world!  Their record sales and concert draws were matched only by the Beatles.  Today, the Trio takes you back to that era with the songs that changed the course of music history.

Feb. 6-7-8, 2009
THE AMERICAN SOUL & ROCK & ROLL CHOIR

They called it “the devil’s music,” but rock & roll actually evolved from gospel, blues, and soul.  This rousing and joyous show features an incredible world class choir, a Memphis soul band and a cascade of inspiring hits performed like you’ve never heard them before!

March 6-7-8, 2009
FOOTLOOSE

The national tour revival based on the 1984 movie that made Kevin Bacon a household name.  It’s a heartwarming, dancing and singing story that bridges the generation gap in a small town where dance is forbidden!  The results are an explosion of music and dance not to be missed!

March 20-21-22, 2009
THE STEPCREW

A brand new, Celtic-inspired dance production that features the world’s top Irish, Ottawa Valley and Modern Tap dancers.  A cast of six outstanding dancers features Cara Butler, who is the principal female dancer for the six-time Grammy Award winning Chieftains, and Jon Pilatzke, who brings the house down as the dancing and fiddling star of Bowfire!

April 3-4-5, 2009
ROMANZA - THE ART OF THE TENOR
These three classically trained, young tenors are charged with vitality and talent!  They have wowed audiences in North America and Europe with masterful harmonies, incredible intimacy and humor.  Move over Il Divo! Romanza is irresistible!

2009 Broadway Cabaret Series

Presented by...
Merrill Lynch

Performance times: Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. 
Individual ticket prices: $42.  Exceptions: Christine Ebersole/Billy Stritch and Hal Linden are $45.

For seating selections, refer to the Crest Theatre Seating Chart

January 12 & 13, 2009
MAUREEN BRENNAN & GEORGE DVORSKY present
Sunrise, Sunset - The Music of Sheldon Harnick

Maureen was nominated for a Tony Award for her role in the revival of Candide and appeared in Going Up, Knickerbocker Holiday, Little Johnny Jones, and Stardust.  She was also featured in the film version of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.  George starred on Broadway in The Scarlet Pimpernel, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Brigadoon with the New York City Opera and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.  This will be their second performance at the Crest.

Feb. 9 & 10, 2009
VALERIE LEMON
Valerie has performed across the U.S. as concert soloist for Academy Award-winning composer Marvin Hamlisch.  She made her New York City cabaret debut with the sold-out run of her solo show, The Way of the Heart, and returned with her triumphant tribute to the legendary Jane Froman, The Jane Froman Songbook: A Song in My Heart. 

March 2 & 3, 2009
LEE LESSACK, BRIAN LANE GREEN & JOHNNY RODGERS
Three Men and a Baby...Grand! Salute the Rat Pack

Lee is an award winning Broadway vocalist and has 4 albums to his credit; Brian Lane Green was nominated for a Tony Award for his performance in Starmites and was Huck Finn in Big River.  Johnny Rogers has shared the stage with Liza Minnelli, Paul McCartney and Michael Feinstein.

March 16 & 17, 2009
Tony Award Winner HAL LINDEN
Linden won the Tony Award for his role in the Rothchilds.  He has starred in numerous Broadway shows, including On a Clear Day You Can See Forever, The Apple Tree and Pajama Game.  He became a household name as Barney Miller and continues to do TV and film and international concert dates where he plays the clarinet.

April 6 & 7, 2009
Tony Award Winner CHRISTINE EBERSOLE with Grammy Winner BILLY STRITCH
Christine won the Tony Award for her show-stopping performances in Grey Gardens and 42nd Street.  She also starred in On the Twentieth Century, Oklahoma and Camelot opposite Richard Burton.  Her lengthy movie and TV credits include Amadeus, Tootsie and Will and Grace, Saturday Night Live and Gypsy with Bette Midler.  Billy Stritch is a Grammy Award winning composer, arranger, vocalist and jazz pianist and was Liza Minnelli’s arranger and pianist.

All Crest Theatre dates, times and guest artists are subject to change without notice.

Community Performances by Other Organizations

Saturday, October 25, 2008 - The Blue Review
Presented by the Zeta Peart Foundation, this program includes a reception and coronation followed by awards and a dramatic presentation. Proceeds will benefit youth enrichment activities and scholarship program.  Tickets TBA.

Thursday, December 11, 2008 - The Boca Raton Singers present Holiday Harmony
8:00 pm. Tickets $20, $15 and $10; on sale this fall. For information on The Boca Raton Singers visit their website: www.BocaRatonSingers.org or call 561-866-1868.

Thursday, June 5th - 2008 Milagro Showcase: A Benefit for the Stars
A fundraising event for the Milagro Center of Delray Beach, 6:00-11:00 pm, featuring a live performance and multi-media art exhibit produced by the children served by the Milagro Center; strolling dinner; full bar and entertainment. Tickets $90 general, $150 VIP; call 561-279-2970.

Old School Square Entertainment Pavilion - Outdoor Concerts

Ticket Information
For tickets (when applicable), please call the Crest Theatre Box Office: 561.243.7922 ext. 1.

Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Israel Scouts Friendship Caravan
8:00 p.m.; free admission.
For the 7th consecutive year, Old School Square welcomes a new Friendship Caravan with ten highly talented Israeli teens, who will perform an upbeat program of songs and dances in Hebrew, Yiddish and English. Sponsored by the Friends of Israel Scouts, Inc.