AVALON THEATRE calendar of performances and events for the Avalon Theater


	“Cyrano de Bergerac” Sunday, November 1 6 pm Talbot Cinema Society Presents “Cyrano de Bergerac” Visit talbotcinemasociety.org or call 410-745-5025.

	Tommy Dorsey Orchestra Tuesday, November 3 8pm Known as the “Sentimental Gentleman of Swing” Dorsey’s greatest contribution to the Big Band Era was his lyrical trombone style that led to 137 Billboard hits. Led by Conductor Buddy Morrow who played with Dorsey in the 40’s, the band remains true to the original sound that Dorsey created and will play all of the tunes you remember like “Fascinating Rhythm” “Marie” and “Swinging on Star” which was written when Frank Sinatra was the vocalist for the Orchestra. $35/$30/$25 www.buddymorrowproductions.com

	Stoltz Listening Room Show 2Boomer Babes with guests Friday, November 6 All shows are at 8 pm with 7:30 doors 2BoomerBabes Radio Hour Live from the Avalon! Join the 2BoomerBabes as they broadcast live from the Avalon’s new intimate club-style Stoltz Listening Room. Co-Hosts Barbara Kline and Kathy Bernard have a great line-up planned, including radio celebrity (and the show’s producer) Matt Spence. “The Babes Best Bets Wine Tasting” with Sommelier Philip Bernot of Wishing Well, will share some great wines and tips with the audience; Mindie Burgoyne, author of Haunted Eastern Shore Ghostly Tales from East of the Chesapeake, will regale the audience with tales of Eastern Shore haunts; entrepreneur Terri Easter will tell her remarkable tale of reinvention and new life ventures; and playwright extraordinaire, Carlton Spitzer, will give a behind the scenes look at his compelling new play, “18 Days.” Finally, The Babes launch their on-air game, “What’s Up, Boomer Babes?” Find out what great local couple the Babes will highlight. Is the audience clever enough to figure out what this creative couple is up to? http://www.2boomerbabes.com/ $15

	Easton Choral Arts Society Presents “The Music of Gilbert & Sullivan” Saturday, November 7, 8pm and Sunday November 8, 3pm This delightful and comical body of work was theatrical entertainment for Victorian British Society. While officially in the category of “operetta”, the music is light, tuneful and clever. Excerpts from perennial favorites, such as “Pirates of Penzance”, “HMS Pinafore”, “The Mikado”, will be performed. Call 410-200-0498 for tickets. www.eastonchoralarts.com

	Stoltz Listening Room Show Stubby Knuckles Friday, November 13 All shows are at 8 pm with 7:30 doors Blues piano player and singer Stubby Knuckles is back in town tickling the ivories wherever they're fool enough to let him in. His style is reminiscent of the traditional Chicago blues piano sound of Otis Spann or of Memphis Slim with a New Orleans twist. Stubby played in New Orleans' French Quarter and at the Tipitina's piano bar in the twilight years of Professor Longhair. There, in 1980, he opened up for John Lee Hooker and rubbed shoulders with other blues luminaries. After New Orleans, the Knuckleman spent time in Chicago, where he made the acquaintance of Sunnyland Slim and Jimmy Dawkins, among others. He's played with Black Top recording artist Bobby Radcliff and has shared the stage with Jerry Portnoy, member of the late Muddy Waters' Legendary Blues Band, and the harp player on Eric Clapton's From The Cradle blues album. "I never practice," says Stubby. "Doing that would take off that raggedy edge, that falling apart sound. I'm a time-breaker - that's the blues." www.stubbyknuckles.com $15

	Stoltz Listening Room Show Van Williamson Jazz Quartet Saturday, November 14 All shows are at 8 pm with 7:30 doors The brain and leader behind the ever popular Radio From Downtown, Van Williamson will bring a quartet for an evening of jazz music. More detailed info to follow. http://www.radiofromdowntown.com/ $20

	Susan Werner and John Gorka Friday, November 20 8 pm This solid, double bill features two artists on the heels of successful releases. Susan Werner has cultivated a reputation as a daring and inspirational songwriter with a killer live show. Her “Classics” album, produced by Crit Harmon (Martin Sexton), explores fresh offerings of some of the best songs and artists we all love - Bob Marley, Paul McCartney, Marvin Gaye, etc. John Gorka, a seasoned folk/country artist with more than 10 albums under his belt, has shared the stage with Nanci Griffith and Mary Chapin Carpenter, and is sure to quench the thirst of singer/songwriter-lovers on the eastern shore. www.susanwerner.com www.johngorka.com $30

	O’Malley’s March Saturday November 21 5 & 8pm “Celtic fury” returns to the Avalon stage! Governor Martin O’Malley leads his seven-piece band in impressive fashion and has opened for the likes of Los Lobos, Blues Traveler, and Black-47. This is considered a “don’t miss” show according to those who have caught the band at past Avalon performances, so a word to the wise - don’t wait until the last minute for tickets! $35, $30, $25 www.omalleysmarch.com


	Stoltz Listening Room Show Jazz Quartet Dinner with Legal Sunday, November 22 All shows are at 8 pm with 7:30 doors More info to follow! $TBD
	Scott J. Wallace Jr. Saturday, November 28 8pm We welcome back Scott J. Wallace Jr., an Eastern Shore native making it big in the comedy clubs of New York City. Scott headlined here a few years ago and sold the house out with comedy that has been branded “A 5 Star Wow” at Stand Up New York and Caroline’s on Broadway. Reserved seats are $30 http://www.myspace.com/scottwallacejr

	USAF Concert Band and The Singing Sergeants Holiday Show Monday, November 30 7pm This will be the warm up show before the USAF performs a DAR-Constitution Hall. Easton High School Auditorium. FREE For tickets, please mail a Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope to the Star Democrat PO Box 600 Easton, MD 21601 Attn’ Avalon Joy. www.usafband.af.mil http://www.usafband.af.mil/ensembles/

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