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CLUB Programs 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net Vienna boys choir at benaroya Hall sunday, november 3 The world-renowned Vienna Boys Choir has thrilled audiences for more than 500 years with its exceptionally beautiful singing and unique charm. The Austrian group was founded by Emperor Maximilian I of the Habsburg Dynasty to sing sacred music for the monarchy. Through the centuries the organization has attracted the finest singers and composers, including Schubert and Mozart. There's no more gratifying sound than that of children singing, and there's no more polished ensemble of children's voices than the Vienna Boys Choir. 7 pm; $46 with the chorus on opening weekend. Let the Men's Chorus' mix of traditional and new festive favorites, along with Kreis' extraordinary range, be a special gift to remember this holiday season. Sing-alongs, nostalgic carols, and songs of the season will unite for unmatched holiday entertainment. 2 pm; $66 pink martini with the seattle symphony at benaroya Hall tuesday, December 10 wednesday, December 11 Based in Portland, Oregon, this internationally known little orchestra sells out wherever it goes. People of all ages enjoy Pink Martini's original modern mix of languages, melodies and rhythms from around the world. Don't miss this holiday concert backed by the Seattle Symphony Orchestra. It will feature traditional holiday favorites alongside lesser-known works, all imbued with Pink Martini's signature sound. With a different twist on the standard repertoire of yuletide music, Pink Martini will bring fresh stylings to the lyrics and melodies we all know so well. A wonderful assortment of seasonal covers and fantastic arrangements will put you in the holiday spirit. 7:30 pm; $90, $85, $75 pacific northwest ballet's Nutcracker at mccaw Hall saturday, november 30 Tchaikovsky's well-known classic score for E.T.A. Hoffman's story of the Nutcracker is kept alive during Christmastime by hundreds of ballet companies every year. Pacific Northwest Ballet's production is one of the most celebrated. Reimagined in 1983 by Kent Stowell, founding artistic director of Pacific Northwest Ballet, and the late Maurice Sendak, children's author and illustrator, the storybook comes alive on stage. There's something for everyone: action and adventure as soldiers come to life and go to battle with swords; tutus and pirouetting by graceful ballerinas. The sets and costuming by Sendak infuse the story with drama and enchantment, while Stowell's lively choreography make this an unforgettable performance. The WAC's premium tickets are located on the main floor for opening-weekend festivities, including costumed Nutcracker characters, strolling carolers, and crafts for children. True joy awaits behind the curtains. Let the holiday magic begin! 2 pm; $102, $55 seattle men's chorus: Play It Again, Santa with special guest levi Kreis at benaroya Hall sunday, December 1 What do you get when you mix the energy of the Seattle Men's Chorus with the electrifying sound of Tony Award–winning Levi Kreis? There's only one chance to find out at this holiday performance Anything Goes october 15–november 3 A zesty new production of Cole Porter's 1934 Broadway hit featuring a transatlantic ocean liner, a boatload of madcap comedy, tap dancing, and some of Porter's most renowned songs, including "You're the Top," "I Get a Kick Out of You," "It's De-Lovely," and the classic "Anything Goes." Onboard a London-bound luxury liner, television and Broadway star Rachel York stars as evangelist-turned-nightclub-singer Reno Sweeney, who tries to help a fellow American woo an English heiress returning home to marry a man she doesn't love. But as the S.S. American heads out to sea with a trio of star-crossed lovers, this hilariously bumpy ride proves that sometimes destiny needs a little help from a crew of dancing sailors, an exotic disguise, and some good old-fashioned blackmail. The New York Times calls this zany musical comedy a "willfully silly tale of love, deception, and celebrity-chasing on the high seas with knockout production numbers and a candy box collection of Cole Porter tunes." It won 2011 Tony Awards for Best Musical Revival and Choreography. Sunday, October 20; 1:30 pm Thursday, October 24; 8 pm friday, October 25; 8 pm Sunday, October 27; 1:30 pm Thursday, October 31; 8 pm Sunday, november 3; 1:30 pm $85–$98, other performances may be available upon request OCTOBER 2013 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 35