Arts & Culture
PRiMA 2018 Preview
PRiMA has an exciting lineup of new shows and events you don’t want to miss in 2018.
Is one of your New Year’s Resolutions to see more theatre? PRiMA has you covered with an exciting lineup of new shows and events you don’t want to miss.
PRiMA showcases a fresh lineup of fantastic theatrical experiences. This nonprofit organization is known for innovation, and for providing unique twists on classic favorites. We can’t wait for the exciting new shows happening in 2018. Here’s a guide. (Plus get tickets here).
First Date
February 9, 10, 14, 16, 17, 23, 24, 2018
Imagine you’re on a blind date and your opinionated best friend, your therapist, and a bevy of broken-hearted exes show up. Throw in a soundtrack to rival the Top 40 and you’ve got one amazing evening. When Aaron meets Casey, a casual drink turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. Can this couple turn a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives?
DRIFT in Concert
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Presented in collaboration with acclaimed composer Jeremy Schonfeld, this show is a developmental concert featuring the music from the stirring musical. DRIFT is about a man’s journey towards gaining peace and perspective after the breakup of his marriage and family. The highly successful concept album by Schonfeld is woven together with an intensely-personal rock score, paved with humor, passion, disappointment, and most importantly, hope.
Songs for a New World
May 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 2018
Triple-Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s song-cycle musical offers a vibrant, thrilling, and moving journey through the life-changing moments that define us. These unforgettable songs weave individual stories into an electrifying evening, illuminating the timelessness of self-discovery. Brown is a past PRiMA guest artist, whose Songs For A New World was PRiMA’s first staged production. This show features some of the most memorable songs from the early works of this celebrated composer-lyricist, known also for his work with The Last Five Years, Parade, Bridges of Madison County, 13, and Honeymoon in Vegas.
Minor Keys
October 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 2018
Join us for a hauntingly elegant evening, celebrating the bewitching side of pop music and musical theatre. It’s your favorite songs in minor keys. Come and enjoy this swanky and delightfully-dark original show.
Piano Men
December 7, 8, 14, 15 2018
Just in time for the holidays, it is time to “Sing us a song, you’re the piano men!” Your favorite PRiMA performers will put you in the mood for a melody as they perform holiday favorites in the style of the world’s multi-talented pop singer/ songwriter/pianist virtuosos. Plus you’ll hear hit songs from Elton John, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, and Ray Charles.
