Billy Gardell to perform on Saturday, December 3, 2016

Tickets available to Thrasher-Horne Center members now!

Billy Gardell will perform at Thrasher-Horne Center on Saturday, December 3^rd, 2016, at 7:30 PM. Thrasher-Horne Center Members can buy tickets now, but the show will not be available to the general public until May 16^th. These tickets will go quickly, so don’t miss your chance to see this hilarious show!

Billy Gardell took the long road to Hollywood, stopping at every small town lounge, military base and comedy club along the way. His comedy act took him to Los Angeles, where his dedication to acting, along with touring as a stand-up comedian, allowed him to grow consistently in both arenas. His stand-up show is a powerhouse. His grounded, down-to-earth point of view strikes a strong chord with American audiences. Stories about his rough childhood, wild adolescence and new family life are executed with the skill of a master craftsman.

 “Whenever I realize I'm being a goofball; I write it down. When I release the joke onstage, I love watching the effect it has on the audience. No one wants to see someone talk who takes themselves too seriously.” Billy Gardell

Best known for his role of Officer Mike Biggs on the CBS Hit television series, MIKE & MOLLY, Gardell is also the host of a new game show, MONOPOLY MILLIONAIRE'S CLUB, based on the hit board game and produced by the team behind Deal Or No Deal.  Gardell also co-starred in the critically acclaimed television series “Lucky." His other television credits include Yes Dear, Judging Amy, My Name is Earl, The Practice, Monk, and Gary the Rat.

“You start realizing that maybe you're the one night a month that people have out, and they don't need to hear your political views or how dark you can get. They just want to laugh for an hour and go home. Once I wrapped my head around that, my act evolved accordingly.” Billy Gardell

As a standup comic, his comedy specials, "Billy Gardell: Halftime," premiered on Comedy Central and "Billy Gardell Presents Road Dogs" premiered on Showtime. In addition, he makes regular appearances on "NFL Today" on CBS Sports.

Experience MORE as a Thrasher-Horne Center Member

Get your tickets to big events like Billy Gardell’s performance before they are available to the public. After all, there are some shows you just don’t want to miss.

Become a member of the Thrasher-Horne Center. Your Membership Donation contributes to the future of the Thrasher-Horne Center and brings you MORE by supporting programming, outreach, events, capital improvements and venue operations.  We can't do it without you!

All of our members and donors should be very proud that they, through their contributions to Thrasher-Horne Center, helped to achieve the following:

• Over 7,500 students and teachers from schools throughout Northeast Florida participated in field trips where they learned about the visual and performing arts.
• The School Time Series enriched the lives of students with many entertaining, educational, and engaging performances such as Charlotte’s Web, Dinosaur Train Live! The BFG, and Miss Nelson is Missing.
• Thrasher-Horne Center kicked off its inaugural season of Broadway Orange Park with a stunning production of the beloved classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. 2016 began with Ragtime in January, followed by Annie in February and Saturday Night Fever in March. The Northeast Florida Premiere of Once will cap the season in May.  
• In 2015, Thrasher-Horne Center also hosted concerts by some of the finest recording artists around, including Lyle Lovett, America, Boz Scaggs, and Michael McDonald. Other memorable events included the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra conducted by Courtney Lewis and the National Circus and Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China: Peking Dreams. Comedian Bill Engvall’s hilarious performance broke all of our standing box office records.

Membership Levels

Thrasher-Horne Center memberships are available starting at $75.00. Member benefits include priority ticket ordering, discounts, VIP parking, and more. Member benefits are good for regular Thrasher-Horne Center presentations for one year from the purchase date.

Members joining at the Silver, Gold or Platinum Circle levels can enjoy relaxing in the Thrasher-Horne Center Circle Club. This lounge-like atmosphere features complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. The Circle Club is open one hour prior to most main stage performances.

There are six different ways you can enjoy more:

$75 – Friend

$150 – Donor

$300 - Contributor

$500 – Silver Circle

$1,000 – Gold Circle

$1,500 – Platinum Circle

Platinum Circle members enjoy all of the following benefits. Other levels of membership feature two or more of the listed benefits.

• Priority Ticket Ordering & Pre-Sale Announcements
• Membership Recognition
• Option to exchange tickets for another performance or Gift Certificate
• 15% discount on ticket purchases all season long!
• 10% discount on rentals at Thrasher-Horne Center
• Thrasher-Horne Circle Club admittance for up to eight
• Thirty complimentary drink coupons
• Guaranteed reserved seats during Priority Ticket Ordering and Pre-Sale periods.
• One Named Reserved Season Parking Spot with VIP Season Parking Pass

For more information on member benefits, go to the membership page.  

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The Thrasher-Horne Center plays a unique and significant role in the cultural life of the surrounding community. It’s a venue which hosts artistic performances that are not available elsewhere. The permanent and seasonal exhibits give visitors the opportunity to see works of art that they would not otherwise encounter.

Without the generous support of members and donors, it wouldn’t be possible for the Thrasher-Horne Center to continue to serve the community as it has in the past. Please consider becoming a donor or joining the Thrasher-Horne Center as a member.

For more details about Thrasher-Horne Center Membership, go to our Membership page.

For more information on giving opportunities, please call (904) 276-6815.

Donations can also be made online.

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In this article, I’ve written about Billy Gardell’s upcoming performance in December of 2016. I’ve also written about Thrasher-Horne Center membership and the Thrasher-Horne Center’s unique contributions to the cultural life of the surrounding community.

Tickets for events are on sale now on the Thrasher-Horne Center’s website.

The Thrasher-Horne Center is one of the nicest venues of its type in Northeast Florida. From concerts by renowned artists, to live theatre, to dance, to magic and other fantastic shows, you can see it all at the Thrasher Horne-Center! 

Spread the word about one of Northeast Florida’s best kept secrets! Tell your family and friends about the Thrasher-Horne Center. People will appreciate learning about what they have been missing.

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ONCE, the Northeast Florida Premiere

Sunday, May 1^st, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Guy meets Girl in the SMASH-HIT, MULTI-AWARD WINNING MUSICAL ONCE

ONCE  is a truly original Broadway experience. It was the winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards® including BEST MUSICAL.  With an ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, ONCE is the charming tale of a Dublin street musician who’s ready to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes an interest in his love songs. The chemistry between them grows, and his music soars to powerful new heights. However, their unlikely connection turns out to be deep and complex. ONCE draws you in from the first note and never lets go.

Guy is played by Sam Cieri. He was born in Boca Raton, Fla. After high school, Sam went from being a dueling piano player at The Mirage in Las Vegas to playing music in the New York City subways to pay the bills. After a quick stint as a mo­torcycle salesman, he decided to come to the theatre. Most recently Sam was seen in Rock of Ages as Drew. He is very excited to be involved in Once and would like to thank his friends and family for their love and support.

Girl is played by Mackenzie Lesser-Roy. She is a NY-based actor/singer/musician/dancer. She feels honored to join the cast and crew of Once. Her experience in regional theatre includes Spring Awakening (Wendla), Swee­ney Todd (Beggar Woman), The Threepenny Opera (Jenny). She received much of her training at The Boston Conservatory.

In 2007, a charming, off-beat Irish film titled Once opened to glowing reviews and soon developed a fervent following. This touching musical tells the story of two down-on-their-luck musicians, a Dublin street singer/songwriter who repairs vacuums, and a Czech immigrant who supports herself and her family by selling flowers. Girl initiates a friendship with Guy. In one week they make music together, fall in love, and part ways. The stars of the movie, Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova, also wrote much of the score. One of their songs, Falling Slowly, and received an Oscar.

Prior to the start of the show, the audience is invited to come onto the stage while the cast is having a jam session. As the show unfolds, the focus is, of course, on the relationship between Guy and Girl, but the audience also catches glimpses of the lives of the other characters. Once has proven to be as powerful onstage as it is on film. “I think what’s very moving about the piece is how sometimes we meet people who we don’t necessarily stay with forever, but they give us the resources to move on to the next part of our life,” says Director John Tiffany. 

Reviews of Once, The Musical

“Once uses song and dance in a way I’ve never experienced in an American musical.” New York Times

“Once is unusually fun and heartfelt musical theatre. The cast is on fire.” The New Yorker

“A love story played with fierce sincerity and unexpected honesty.” Wall Street Journal

“There are plenty of romantic Broadway musicals, but Once is part of a much smaller and rarefied group: musicals that are actually wise about the joys and anguish of love and life.” Chicago Tribune

“Unbridled Joy!” Vogue

“Pure, moving, inventive, and irresistible. Once makes a lasting connection.” Associated Press

“A rhapsodic unique musical that’s tender, funny, and soaring.” Variety

“Once charms us with a rare combination of intelligence, warmth, and musicality.” Bloomburg News

“A new musical to celebrate. Wonderful and enchanting.” Newsday

“Once in a blue moon, perhaps once in a decade or so, a new Broadway musical breaks the rules, challenges expectations, and delights audiences with something they didn’t realize they were longing for. Once is that musical.” Columbus Dispatch

Once has been produced in Dublin, London, Melbourne, and Seoul. The second North American touring production began in January of this year. This production has been to Kalamazoo, New Haven, Wausau, Burlington, and many other cities. See Once at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Sunday, May 1^st.

Get tickets for the Northeast Florida Premiere of Once.  

Just Another Day in Paradise with Phil Vassar

Country music singer and songwriter Phil Vassar is known as one of Nashville’s top tunesmiths. He has been described as, “A piano-pounding powerhouse on stage.” Playing over 135 shows per year, he taps into his audiences via social media for song requests. His chart-topping hits include ten No. 1 singles and 26 Top 40 hits. Among those are "Carlene," "Six-Pack Summer," "That's When I Love You," and "Just Another Day in Paradise."

Phil Vassar was honored as ASCAP's Country Songwriter of the Year in 1999. He’s one of country music’s great singer/songwriters, and he continues to turn out music that captures the heart and soul.  His upcoming appearance at Thrasher-Horne Center is one event no fan of country music will want to miss. Special guest Russell Dickerson will appear with Phil Vassar at the Thrasher-Horne Center.

Get tickets to see Phil Vassar with special guest Russell Dickerson.

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In this article, I’ve written about the upcoming Northeast Florida Premiere of the acclaimed musical Once. The performance will be at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Sunday, May 1^st.  I’ve also noted the upcoming performance by Phil Vassar.

Tickets for these events and others are on sale now on the Thrasher-Horne Center’s website.

The Thrasher-Horne Center is one of the nicest venues of its type in Northeast Florida. From concerts by renowned artists, to live theatre, to dance, to magic and other fantastic shows, you can see it all at the Thrasher Horne-Center! 

Spread the word about one of Northeast Florida’s best kept secrets! Tell your family and friends about the Thrasher-Horne Center. People will appreciate learning about what they have been missing.

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Jay Leno to perform on January 14, 2017: Tickets available to Thrasher-Horne Center members now!

One of the benefits of becoming a Thrasher-Horne Center member is that members can purchase tickets to events before they are available to the general public. For example, Jay Leno will perform at Thrasher-Horne Center on Saturday, January 14, 2017, at 7:30 PM. Tickets to that show will not be available to the public until May 2^nd, and we anticipate that they will sell quickly.

Thrasher-Horne Center members can get tickets now!

“Jay Leno marks the first announcement of many top-notch performers we have planned for this next season,” said Thrasher-Horne Center Executive Director, Denton Yockey. “We look forward to his comic style that has entertained so many on ‘The Tonight Show’ for so many years.”

Jay Leno is widely characterized as “the hardest working man in show business.” His career has included top-rated TV late night show host, admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children’s book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, lovable TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder and mechanic, and philanthropist.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see Jay Leno! Ticket prices range from $69 to $129 with all fees included. Tickets and more information are available at (904) 276-6815 or online at THcenter.org.

Experience more as a Thrasher-Horne Center member

“In my own philanthropy and business endeavors, I have seen the critical role that the arts play in stimulating creativity and in developing vital communities. The arts have a crucial impact on our economy and are an important catalyst for learning, discovery, and achievement in our country.”
Paul G. Allen, Co-Founder, Microsoft

Thanks to all of the friends and supporters of the Thrasher-Horne Center, 2015 was a wonderful year! We’re especially thankful for our many members and financial contributors. They made it possible for the Thrasher-Horne Center to continue in its efforts to shine a light on the arts in Northeast Florida.

Denton Yockey, Executive Director

We are committed to developing and nurturing the artistic potential and growth of the students, residents and visitors of the community by offering the very best of professional theater, dance, music performances, and visual art exhibits. All of our members and donors should be very proud that they, through their contributions to Thrasher-Horne Center, helped to achieve the following:

• Over 7,500 students and teachers from schools throughout Northeast Florida participated in field trips where they learned about the visual and performing arts.
• The School Time Series enriched the lives of students with many entertaining, educational, and engaging performances such as Charlotte’s Web, Dinosaur Train Live! The BFG, and Miss Nelson is Missing.
• Thrasher-Horne Center kicked off its inaugural season of Broadway Orange Park with a stunning production of the beloved classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. The next Broadway show in the season was Ragtime in January, followed by Annie in February and Saturday Night Fever in March.  Coming soon is the Northeast Florida Premiere of Once.  

In 2015, Thrasher-Horne Center also hosted concerts by some of the finest recording artists around, including Lyle Lovett, America, Boz Scaggs, and Michael McDonald. Other memorable events included the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra conducted by Courtney Lewis and the National Circus and Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China: Peking Dreams. Comedian Bill Engvall’s hilarious performance played to a full house and R5’s tour launching concert broke all of our standing box office records.

"The arts are not a frill. The arts are a response to our individuality and our nature, and help to shape our identity. What is there that can transcend deep difference and stubborn divisions? The arts. They have a wonderful universality. Art has the potential to unify. It can speak in many languages without a translator. The arts do not discriminate.
The arts can lift us up."
Former Texas Congresswoman Barbara Jordan

2016 is off to a great start!

In January, Thodos Dance Chicago presented its critically-acclaimed modern ballet, A Light in the Dark: the Story of Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan. Creedence Clearwater Revisited visited in January and Melissa Etheridge had an unforgettable show on the main stage in February. The Moscow Festival Ballet presented Sleeping Beauty on February 21^st. 

Thrasher-Horne Center Memberships

Thrasher-Horne Center Membership donations are available starting at $75.00. Member benefits include priority ticket ordering, discounts, VIP parking, and more depending on your donation level. Member benefits are good for regular Thrasher-Horne Center presentations for one year from the purchase date.

Members joining at the Silver, Gold or Platinum Circle levels can enjoy relaxing in the Thrasher-Horne Center Circle Club. This lounge-like atmosphere features complimentary hors d' oeuvres and a cash bar. The Circle Club is open one hour prior to most main stage performances.

Membership Levels
$75 – Friend
$150 – Donor
$300 - Contributor 
$500 – Silver Circle
$1,000 – Gold Circle
$1,500 – Platinum Circle

Platinum Circle members enjoy all of the following benefits. Other levels of membership feature two or more of the listed benefits.

• Priority Ticket Ordering & Pre-Sale Announcements
• Membership Recognition
• Option to exchange tickets for another performance or Gift Certificate
• 15% discount on ticket purchases all season long!
• 10% discount on rentals at Thrasher-Horne Center
• Thrasher-Horne Circle Club admittance for up to eight
• Thirty complimentary drink coupons
• Guaranteed reserved seats during Priority Ticket Ordering and Pre-Sale periods.
• One Named Reserved Season Parking Spot with VIP Season Parking Pass

For more information on member benefits, go to the membership page.  

“Aeschylus and Plato are remembered today long after the triumphs of Imperial Athens are gone. Dante outlived the ambitions of thirteenth century Florence. Goethe stands serenely above the politics of Germany, and I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over cities, we too will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.”
John F. Kennedy

What are people saying about the Thrasher-Horne Center?

“The facilities are great and the staff is great. In the last ten years I’ve seen shows that I never would have seen elsewhere, including my first ballet. If you haven’t been out to the Thrasher-Horne Center, come on out and wave to me when you see me.” John Haas
 
“I’m an artist and I was invited to exhibit in the Florida Artists’ Gallery last Spring. It was a real pleasure to work with all the staff and to exhibit my works alongside works by the late Charlie Brown, who was a local legend. The Thrasher-Horne Center is a real gem in Northeast Florida.” Sarah Cooks Flare
 
“I come here quite often because there’s a big variety of shows with events for the whole family. They really keep up with the times. If you haven’t been to the Thrasher-Horne Center, I suggest that you check out this great venue.” John Vedas

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The Thrasher-Horne Center plays a unique and significant role in the cultural life of the surrounding community. It’s a venue which hosts artistic performances that are not available elsewhere in Clay County. The permanent exhibits as well as the seasonal exhibits give visitors the opportunity to see works of art that they would not otherwise encounter.

Without the generous support of members and donors, it wouldn’t be possible for the Thrasher-Horne Center to continue to serve the community as it has in the past. Please consider becoming a Thrasher-Horne Center Member.

For more details about Thrasher-Horne Center Membership, go to our Membership page.

For more information on additional giving opportunities, please call (904) 276-6815.

Donations can also be made online.

Please share this article with your friends and colleagues. The Google Plus button and other social media sharing buttons are below.

In this article, I’ve written about the Thrasher-Horne Center’s unique contributions to the cultural life of the surrounding community. I’ve also written about Thrasher-Horne Center membership and Jay Leno’s upcoming performance in January 0f 2017.  

Tickets for events are on sale now on the Thrasher-Horne Center’s website.

The Thrasher-Horne Center is one of the best venues of its type in Northeast Florida. From concerts by renowned artists, to live theater, to dance, to magic and other fantastic shows, you can see it all at the Thrasher Horne-Center! 

Spread the word about one of Northeast Florida’s best kept secrets! Tell your family and friends about the Thrasher-Horne Center. People will appreciate learning about what they have been missing.

We appreciate you taking the time to visit us. If you have a comment about this article, please leave it in the comments section below.

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