Issue link: http://www.wacmagazine.com/i/62711
CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net Goin' On," "Who Do You Love?," "Folsom Prison Blues," "Hound Dog" and more. It's also a kid-friendly celebration of music that the entire family can enjoy. Thursday, May 17; 7:30 pm; $62 Sunday, May 20; 1 pm; $75 Noncancelable/nonrefundable American Idiot June 7–10 Saturday, May 12; 2 pm Thursday, May 17; 7:30 pm NEW An Evening With Groucho at ACT Theatre Well-known for his comic creation of Caesar at Teatro ZinZanni, award-winning actor-director-playwright Frank Ferrante recreates his internationally acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx in this fast-paced 90 minutes of hilarity. The two-act comedy consists of the best Groucho one-liners, anecdotes and songs, including "Hooray For Captain Spalding" and "Lydia the Tattooed Lady." The audience becomes part of the show as Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout the performance in grand Groucho style. Accompanied by his onstage pianist, Ferrante portrays the young Groucho of stage and film and reacquaints us with the likes of brothers Harpo, Chico, Zeppo and Gummo as well as Charlie Chaplin, W.C. Fields, Greta Garbo, Margaret Dumont, and MGM's Louis B. Mayer. The New York Times calls Ferrante "the greatest living interpreter of Groucho Marx's material," and The Seattle Times calls him a "comic genius." This show is perfect for all ages, and seating is general admission. $32; noncancelable/nonrefundable transcendent force. The spectacular live shows embody a radiance and purity that connects powerfully with audiences. The music and production behind the group's all-new tour mark the pinnacle of its illustrious career and will make you believe you've heard the voice of angels. Club Programs has secured great seats in the first mezzanine. 7:30 pm; $76; noncancelable/nonrefundable Million Dollar Quartet May 17–20 Million Dollar Quartet is a smash hit musical from Broadway based on a real-life 40 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | APRIL 2012 jam session of rock 'n' roll greats Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins. This 90-minute musical reveals what happened at a historic meeting in 1956—one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Chart-topper Presley, a then-unknown Lewis, rising star Cash, and stalled up-and- comer Perkins find themselves assembled alongside their producer and manager Sam Phillips, who has business on his mind. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary night to life. It's an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations featuring a score of rock hits, including "Blue Suede Shoes," "Great Balls of Fire," "Walk the Line," "Whole Lotta Shakin' Direct from Broadway, the smash-hit musical American Idiot follows the exhila- rating journey of three lifelong friends— Johnny, Tunny and Will—forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of sub- urbia in a post-9/11 world. When the three disgruntled men flee the constraints of their hometown for the thrills of city life, their paths are quickly estranged when Tunny enters the armed forces, Will is called home to attend familial responsibil- ities, and Johnny's attention becomes divided by a seductive love interest and a hazardous new friendship. This high- octane show includes every song from Green Day's album American Idiot, including "Boulevard of Broken Dreams," "21 Guns," "Wake Me Up When September Ends" and "Holiday." Brilliant direction, choreography, orchestrations and arrangements result in an experience The New York Times declared "thrilling … charged with urgency, rich in memorable melody and propulsive rhythms." The subject matter in this rock opera is recom- mended for ages 16-plus. Thursday, June 7; 7:30 pm; $62 Sunday, June 10; 1 pm; $70 Noncancelable/nonrefundable NEW The Book of Mormon January 2013 "The new gold standard for rowdy fun on Broadway," according to Rolling Stone maga- zine, is The Book of Mormon—and it's hit- ting the road and coming to Seattle for the first time. This religious satire is the first musical comedy composed by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, along with Avenue Q's Robert Lopez. The Book of Mormon is also a nine-time Tony Award- winner and Broadway blockbuster that tells the story of two young Mormon missionar- ies, Elder Price and Elder Cunningham, sent to Uganda to fulfill their religious