Tanya Tucker
and tigers and bears ! Oh , my !” will never be forgotten . Judy Garland ’ s performance of “ Over the Rainbow ” has been hummed for decades and once heard , is forever emblazoned on hearts and in minds . That is the phenomenon of The Wizard of Oz .
A treasured film , The Wizard of Oz ’ s infiltration into American culture is undeniable and virtually unparalleled . From an international fan club that is over a halfcentury old and boasts over one thousand members , to the nearly one thousand documented references to The Wizard of Oz , its constant reemergence in culture and entertainment is overwhelming .
Quotes and references from The Wizard of Oz can be found in movies , music and sitcoms and no genre is left out . Everything from Star Wars and Clueless to “ The Simpsons ,” “ Hannah Montana ” and “ The O ’ Reilly Factor ,” pay tribute in reference to the beloved classic . In music , Pink Floyd , Madonna and Metallica have alluded to L . Frank Baum ’ s story . And in everyday life who doesn ’ t know a Wicked Witch of the West or every now and then want to simply click their heels three times to get home ?
This production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is a spectacular celebration of that classic 1939 MGM film . It ’ s a new , refreshed and lavish rendition of the beloved classic . Audiences young and old , seeing it for the first time or the fifth , will be dazzled by the brightly colored sets , charmed by its timeless score and enthralled with its breathtaking special effects . It truly is a wonderful show for the whole family . And whether it creates new memories or conjures them up from the past , everyone deserves to experience or relive the wonderful , whimsical and enduring story , THE WIZARD OF OZ .
Tanya Tucker
October 19 7:30 pm Tickets : $ 19 , $ 29 , $ 39
Edgy . Classic . Country .
A defining voice of country music and a modern day legend , Tanya Tucker inspired many female artists who still top the charts today . From the signature classic songs to the unforgettable sass and soul of her voice , Tucker has paved a path in country music and beyond through an unprecedented level of success and continues her longevity today due to a natural , undeniable talent .
When producer Billy Sherrill received a demo tape of Tucker , he quickly signed her to a record deal at Columbia Records . Her style has proven to be timeless ever since she recorded her debut single “ Delta Dawn ,” at age 13 . The single earned a Grammy nomination for “ Best Female Country Vocal Performance ” and launched Tucker into the national spotlight during the beginning of her teenage years .
The 1990 ’ s gave rise to some of Tucker ’ s most recognizable and career defining songs , “ Two Sparrows in a Hurricane ” and “ It ’ s a Little Too Late .” New albums , along with multiple versions of greatest hits and live compilation projects , propelled Tucker to become one of the best selling female artists in country music . With a 1994 Super Bowl XXVIII halftime appearance , Tucker was a household name to stay .
Tucker ’ s latest honor , a special exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville , Tennessee , gives visitors the chance to step into Tucker ’ s rich personal life . “ Tanya Tucker : Strong Enough to Bend ” runs through May 2015 and features many
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