Tuesday, July 27, 2010

The Countdown Begins! Individual tickets to all shows go on sale in less than 2 weeks, Aug. 9

To get ready for the occasion, check out this video of Liza Minnelli.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUSsPZfWqHQ

The Alys Stephens Center will host a single ticket day contest for online purchases: patrons who purchase $50 of tickets August 9 on the www.AlysStephens.org website will receive a $10 Alys Stephens Center gift card to be used for future purchases. The gift card amount will increase $10 with every $50 of tickets purchased, so the more tickets that are purchased, the greater the free gift card amount. The offer will apply for purchases made online on Monday, August 9, 2010 only. The offer does not apply to previously purchased tickets.

New this year is a single ticket discount for UAB faculty and staff: 10 percent off the regular price of single ticket purchases. Plus, UAB faculty and staff will get an additional discount on the purchase of season ticket packages. Season ticket packages are now discounted 15 percent for UAB faculty and staff.

What is MASS?


Play this video to find out!

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Amazing Volunteers Make the Arts Possible

We couldn’t do what we do at the ASC without our amazing, and ever-growing, group of dedicated volunteers which includes our ushers! Did you know that our ASC ushers are all volunteers, not paid staff? You have to ask, who are these people who are willing to donate so much of their time? The answer to that question is the fun part! They are the most diverse group of people you can imagine. What they have in common is a true love for the arts and desire to see Birmingham’s cultural community thrive.

“They are the Greeters, the Seaters, the Direction Givers, and the Completers of what is a communal effort to satisfy the needs of the Patrons of the ASC,” says Jerry Sims, ASC House Events Manager and Volunteer Coordinator. Jerry goes on to say, “Each year, more than 2,500 Usher assignments are filled by these volunteers that give us their generous time and efforts. It would be difficult for us to keep the doors open without their assistance. Cheers for them all!”

Brad & Donna Dahl are two of these valuable individuals. Donna talks about her experience as an ASC Usher:


"Brad is a physical therapist and I am a teacher. We have been ushers for about 10 years at the Alys Stephens Center. It is an incredible gift to be able to see such outstanding talent presented by the ASC for only giving our time. We smile, greet, and tell folks we are happy they chose to come to a concert. Wow!! Both of us enjoy many types of music - classical, folk, Celtic, jazz, world, and most especially the focus on the talent in music and dance from many cultures around the globe. The variety offered by the Alys Stephens Center is perfect for us.

Thinking back on really memorable events brings to mind Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul with her amazing stage presence and talent, Itzhak Perlman transported us to a realm of music reserved only for the heavens, Anoushka and her father Ravi Shankar, what a privilege to be in the same hall with the spiritual embodiment of grace and beauty in the dichotomy of youth and age! The Spanish classical guitarist who played "Aranjuez" with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and his encore composition dedicated to his father who taught him brought tears to our eyes with his mastery of technique and tenderness of delivery.

Each evening as we arrive we feel honored to have the opportunity to volunteer and welcome guests who come to enjoy, always leaving the performance on a higher plane."

Please give Brad and Donna a thank you the next time you see them at the ASC. Their dedication along with that of hundreds of others allows us to keep ticket prices affordable for the whole community!

Mary Chapin Carpenter Returns to the Stage After Battling Illness: Read Articles & Reviews

Everyone is so excited about Mary Chapin Carpenter’s visit this Friday night! Check out the articles and reviews below.


"Mary Chapin Carpenter knows something about 'The Age of Miracles.' Not only is that the title of the five-time Grammy Award-winner’s new album, but some might even say it also describes the singer’s life today."
Article in the Daily News Tribune




"'It’s wonderful to be playing music again,' Chapin Carpenter announced following her opening three tunes..."
Article from MLive.com


If you are coming to the show, remember to come early for Tunes & BBQ in the Courtyard! There will be live music from Kelli Johnson & Jason Bailey, food from Jim N’ Nick's BBQ, and a cash bar.

If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, you can purchase them here or at the ASC Box Office (205.975.2787).

Friday, July 16, 2010

ASC Drama Camp Rehearsal

Congratulations to the kids rehearsing for the final ASC Drama Camp performance "Once on This Island." Their hard work is really paying off! Be sure to come see the final shows of this year's Camp next Friday and Saturday!

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Mary Chapin Carpenter Meet and Greet Contest

Are you a fan of singer-songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter? You could win a chance to meet Mary prior to her July 23 show at the Alys Stephens Center! Give us your feedback for a chance to be a part of this special pre-show event!

To enter the contest:
Tell us what song you most hope Mary Chapin Carpenter sings during her July 23 show at the ASC and why.


You can submit your answer via e-mail or by posting your comment here. Please include name and e-mail address where you may be contacted. Contest ends at 5 p.m. July 16, 2010.

There are a limited number of tickets left to see Mary Chapin Carpenter perform live for the first time at the ASC. You may purchase online or call the Box Office at (205) 975-2787.