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CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre Friday, April 11 Experience the power of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and see for yourself why this extraordinary company is hailed as America's cultural ambassador to the world. From the pulse-racing thrill of contemporary favorites to the spirit-lifting joy of beloved classics, these extraordinary dancers bring African-American cultural expression and the American modern dance tradition to life. Closing the program will be Alvin Ailey's masterpiece, Revelations, which The New York Times named "one of the great works of the human spirit." 8 pm; $71 Laughter & Reflection with Carol Burnett NEW Friday, May 9 If there is one thing this renowned entertainer can do better than anyone else, it's talk at length, impromptu, and before a live audience. Laughter and Reflection is a conversation with Carol and "off-the-cuff" banter with the audience. It's a format that grew out of the questionand-answer sessions she shared with her studio audience on each episode of The Carol Burnett Show. As a weekly visitor in America's living rooms, Burnett always opened her show with a few minutes of hilarious banter with the audience. Don't miss this rare opportunity to ask questions and interact with one of America's greatest and most beloved comediennes. 7:30 pm; $119 main floor, $81 mezzanine Once captivating and theatrically breathtaking, Once draws you in from the very first note and never lets you go. It's an unforgettable story about going for your dreams, not living in fear, and the power of music that connects us all. Thursday, May 29; 7:30pm; $67 Saturday, May 31; 2pm; $80 Tuesday, June 3; 7:30pm; $67 The Book of Mormon Bali & Island Cruise with WAC Chairwoman Marilyn Boss July 25–31 June 6–20 Last call! This show sells out nationwide, so grab tickets while you can. Rolling Stone named it "the new gold standard for rowdy fun on Broadway." This religious satire is the first musical comedy composed by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone (after a lifelong fascination with Mormonism and musicals), and Avenue Q's Robert Lopez. The nine-time Tony Award winner and Broadway blockbuster tells the story of two young Mormon missionaries sent to Uganda to fulfill their religious duties for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. "It's R-rated, hilarious, humane, and the basis of an exhilarating Broadway musical at once revolutionary and classic, funny and obscene, uncompromising in production standards and unafraid of just about anything else," says Entertainment Weekly. Tickets on sale now through March 1 Friday, July 25; 8 pm Saturday, July 26; 2 pm Saturday, July 26; 8 pm Sunday, July 27; 1 pm Sunday, July 27; 6:30 pm Thursday, July 31; 7:30 pm $108, $103 all performances May 29–June 3 Winner of eight 2012 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Once is a truly original Broadway experience. It features an impressive ensemble of actors and musicians who play their own instruments on stage. Once tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who's about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, the musician's songs soar to powerful new heights. The two's unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance. Emotionally YOU'RE INVITED NEW you will benefit from Toastmasters' proven methods of organizing thoughts, articulating ideas, and expressing them with clarity and confidence. The group meets Tuesdays at 7 am. New members are always welcome. To attend as a guest or request more information on becoming a member, contact WAC Toastmasters representative Ray Jameson at Jameson.Hadley@gmail.com. WAC Toastmasters February 4, 11, 18, & 25 March 4, 11, 18 & 25 Looking to improve your public speaking skills, challenge yourself in new ways, or practice putting forth your thoughts with clarity and confidence? The WAC Toastmasters club is a learn-by-doing setting where participants engage in the art of oral communication. Whether or not your career requires speaking to large groups, Join WAC Chairwoman of the Board Marilyn Boss on this island adventure. Experience the culture of Bali through village walks, bike rides, and temple visits. Practice yoga with local masters, snorkel, and meet area artisans. You'll board the 12-cabin sailing schooner Ombak Putih for a one-week cruise of islands that are truly off the beaten path. Quiet coastal villages, emerald seas, tribal rituals, and an array of underwater beauty are in store. Tour creator and WAC member Marta Rabins will guide the group. Contact Club Programs for the complete day-byday itinerary and more trip details. $3,990 (per person, double occupancy); does not include international or local airfare within the islands Hagerty's Themed Nights February–May These special evenings feature themed liquor tastings and education paired with Chef Eric's five courses of matching regional cuisine. All take place in Hagerty's Clubroom and include validated parking in the WAC Garage. Bourbon Dinner: Thursday, February 20 Irish Whiskey & Beer Dinner: Monday, March 17 Tequila Dinner: Monday, May 5 6 pm; $69 plus tax and gratuity; cancellations due one week in advance. Reserve with Hagerty's at 206.622.7900, ext. 2241, or kbroadie@wac.net TO RESERVE FOR EVENTS IN THIS SECTION, EMAIL CLUBPROGRAMS@ WAC.NET OR CALL 206.464.3060 FEBRUARY / MARCH 2014 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 43