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CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net Les Misérables at 5th Avenue Theatre June 27–July 8 Last summer's sold-out 25th anniversary tour returns for an encore engagement. Based on Victor Hugo's novel of the French Revolution, this is the heroic tale of a man's life journey through France in the 18th century and his struggle to live through both injustice and revolution. The glorious new staging has spectacular reimagined scenery inspired by Hugo's paint- ings. The show sells out wherever it goes because people around the world are swept away by the power, the passion and the triumph of the human spirit that is Les Misérables. Do not miss the limited return of the longest-running "When the beating of your heart Echoes the beating of the drums There is a life about to start When tomorrow comes!" musical in the world. Thursday, June 28; 8 pm; $118/$135 Sunday, July 1; 1:30 pm; $132/$150 Tuesday, July 3; 7:30 pm; $118/$135 Thursday, July 5; 8 pm; $118/$135 Saturday, July 7; 8 pm; $132/$150 Sunday, July 8; 1:30 pm; $132/$150 Noncancelable/nonrefundable Elf—The Musical November 30–December 31 Buddy, a human raised at the North Pole by elves, sets off to the big city in search of his father. What he finds is an alarm- ing lack of Christmas spirit. Even his little brother doesn't believe in Santa! So Buddy sets out to help everyone remember the true meaning of Christmas, and (just like in the blockbuster film) eat as many things covered in syrup as possible. The Music Man February 7–March 10, 2013 There's trouble in River City, my friends, and Professor Harold Hill has the anti- dote—an all-boys marching band. But Marian the librarian sees through his schemes, at least until she falls in love with the irrepressible con artist. Grey Gardens at ACT Theatre March 16–May 26, 2013 Little Edie is a dazzling socialite on a downward spiral into a life of illusions and hoarded junk. Just exactly how did Jackie Kennedy's cousin end up living in a decaying 42-room mansion full of cats? First captured in a cult-hit documentary, this true-story-turned-musical will take you on an unforgettable journey. Jersey Boys April 4–May 11, 2013 Follow the rags-to-rock-to-riches tale of four blue-collar kids working their way from the streets of Newark, New Jersey, to the heights of stardom. This Broadway success story takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons and features many of their hits. Pirates of Penzance July 11–August 4, 2013 Long before Johnny Depp swaggered his way across the Caribbean, a band of swashbuckling (but tenderhearted) pirates set hearts aflutter with their high-seas hijinks. This cheeky farce fairly explodes across the stage with damsels in distress, a sexy pirate king, a delightfully dotty major-general, and a score you'll hum all the way home. THE PARAMOUNT Million Dollar Quartet May 17–20 Million Dollar Quartet is a smash hit musical from Broadway based on a real-life 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' 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 MAY / JUNE 2012 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 51