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out with a whimper. ey're going out with a rapid-fire explosion of convulsive laughter and cheers. On the heels of sold- out seasons across the planet, Australia's greatest entertainment export returns for more take-no-prisoners comedy and hijinks, and no one in the audience is safe from the dame's wicked tongue. Don't miss the spectacular sidesplitting historic finale of Barry Humphries and global gigastar Dame Edna Everage in this celebration of a 50-year career of sold-out venues, command performances for the Royal Family, television specials, and around-the-world tours. Thursday, January 15; 7:30 pm; $57 Friday, January 16; 8 pm; $71 THE 5TH AVENUE Kinky Boots October 7–26 Winner of six 2013 Tony Awards, includ- ing Best Musical, this inspirational story follows a struggling British shoe factory's young straitlaced owner who works to turn his business around with help from a drag queen entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. Together, this unlikely pair of opposites finds that when you change your mind about someone you can change your whole world. Contact Club Programs for availability. $95–$128 N E W Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel February 6–March 1, 2015 A tempestuous love story told with heartbreaking tenderness, Carousel follows the passionate romance between smooth- talking carnival barker Billy Bigelow and the sweet mill worker Julie Jordan. After his untimely death, Billy is given one more day—a final chance to redeem his life. He returns to the wife and daughter he left behind to make things right. Voted best musical of the 20th century by Time magazine, the beautiful and enduring Carousel features some of the most powerful music ever written for the stage, including the immortal "You'll Never Walk Alone," "If I Loved You" and the joyful "June Is Bustin' Out All Over." A story of true love and the trage- dy of feelings left unspoken, this classic American musical is deeply touching and will capture your heart. A co-production with Spectrum Dance eatre. Friday, February 6; 8 pm; $55–$62 Saturday, February 7; 2 pm or 8 pm; $55–$62 Sunday, February 15; 1:30 pm; $85–$98 Thursday, February 19; 8 pm; $95 Friday, February 20; 8 pm; $98 Thursday, February 26; 8 pm; $95 Other performances available upon request THE PARAMOUNT Disney's Beauty and the Beast October 23–25 A hit Broadway musical for all generations, Disney's Beauty and the Beast is an eye- popping spectacle that has captured the hearts of more than 35 million people world- wide. Based on the Academy Award– winning animated feature film, it is the classic story of a young woman in a provincial town and a young prince trapped in a spell cast by an enchantress. is story is filled with dazzling production numbers including "Be Our Guest" and the beloved title song. Appropriate for all ages. Thursday, October 23; 7:30 pm; $68 Saturday, October 25; 2 pm; $88 Penn & Teller Friday, November 7 For more than 35 years, Penn & Teller have defied labels—and at times physics— FLU SHOTS Monday, October 20 8 am–12 pm Noble Room Free with your insurance card $28 with no insurance Walk-ins welcome Bring your friends, family, and co-workers to get a shot. Bring your insurance card if you'd like to directly bill your carrier. wellness@wac.net OCTOBER 2014 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 37 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net