By Steve Lemmon
The Celebrity Concert Series is once again in full swing with a variety-packed roster of shows this fall. From an illusionist to multiple Grammy Award winners and a world-class orchestra, November brings a little bit of everything to the Cox Performing Arts Center.
On Nov. 3, the Celebrity Concert Series welcomes illusionist Adam Trent to the stage. Trent is known as the “futurist” because he uses technology to perform his illusions. A star for a new generation of magic fans, Trent fuses classic techniques, dancing, comedy, and technology in a show that shatters stereotypes for those who think they’ve seen it all. His edgy, fun style has been described as “Justin Timberlake meets David Copperfield” and has put him on a fast track to global fame. Trent performs over 300 solo headline shows each year and has starred in several national and international TV appearances on The Disney Channel, The Travel Channel, the Joan Rivers Show, and the SyFy Network.
On Nov. 16, the Celebrity Concert Series is privileged to welcome the legendary groups Manhattan Transfer and Take 6. Combining forces for the first time, two of the most acclaimed, award-winning vocal groups in pop music create an unforgettable concert event that will thrill audiences of all ages. Between them, Manhattan Transfer and Take 6 boast a remarkable 20 Grammy Awards. They perform a range of styles covering nearly every genre of popular music from jazz and swing to gospel and R&B. As Manhattan Transfer marks the 40th anniversary of its debut recording on Atlantic Records, Janis Siegel, Alan Paul, and Cheryl Bentyne will honor founding member Tim Hauser while continuing to tour with their newest member, Trist Curless. On the same stage, Take 6 shares its crystal-clear harmony, innovative arrangements, and funky grooves, demonstrating why this sextet is recognized as the preeminent a cappella group in the world. No ordinary double bill, this is a show combining unexpected twists and turns to create a once-in-a-lifetime event!
Finally, on Nov. 22, the Utah Symphony, under the direction of Associate Conductor Rae Hotoda, will once again grace DSU’s Cox Stage. It will perform Prokofiev’s “Suite from Lieutenant Kije” and Concerto No. 2 in G Minor for Violin and Orchestra as well as Brahms’ Symphony No. 1 in C Minor. This special concert is presented by DSU, Canyon Media, and Art Around the Corner with proceeds benefiting the installation of a permanent art piece in front of the Cox Performing Arts Center.
Please visit celebrityconcertseries.com for information on all the performers who will be a part of our 2015–16 season. Individual concert tickets are available at the DSU box office or dsutix.com or by calling (435) 652-7800.
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