Events

ARLO GUTHRIE BENEFIT CONCERT

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 8 PM

CTA presents a concert with Arlo Guthrie, his son Abe, grandson Krishna, and longtime collaborator Terry a la Berry.  This evening of American folk music, is presented in an intimate 286 seat performance facility.  Mr. Guthrie is a renowned folk and blues guitarist and plays over a dozen instruments.  Mr. Guthrie’s reputation as the bearer of the American folk tradition spans over 4 decades and his performances include appearances at every major folk festival worldwide,  with acclaimed symphony orchestras in the Unites States and Europe, the Woodstock festival, and more. He has released or appeared on over 80 recordings with dozens of artist from Pete Seeger to Doc Watson and Willie Nelson.  A storyteller in the unique American tradition of Mark Twain and Will Rogers, Mr. Guthrie’s famed “shaggy dog” stories are woven through his performances.  Mr. Guthrie’s lifelong work for social justice is reflected in his music and this legacy provides inspiration for the next generation of folk artists. 

“Folk music icon Arlo Guthrie is a legendary artist who shares timeless stories and unforgettable classic songs as he carries on the Guthrie family legacy. With his singular voice as both a singer-songwriter and social commentator, he has maintained a dedicated fan-base that spans the globe. A celebrated figure in American music, Arlo connects with communities far and wide leaving a lasting impression of hope and inspiration. His artistic ventures help bridge an often-divided world through his powerful spirit of song, and his inimitable musical ingenuity soars to new creative heights as he continues to entertain generations.”     

                                                                 Richmond Times Dispatch   

“An hour and a half in the presence of Guthrie is like receiving the most enjoyable and authoritative master class on 20th century American folk music one could possibly have.”  

                                                                The Independent, London

To order tickets, call 410-757-2281 or go to the ticket page

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Tiffany Shannon Productions presents:

A Little Bit of Magic

Book by Gail Golden, Music and Lyrics by Grant Golden

Direction and choreography by Tiffany Shannon

This adventurous musical touches upon how special we are. Do-Nothing Dale, a little picked-upon wizard, wants to know what her little bit of magic is.  On her journey to find out, she meets people like the laughing Coco the Clown and the singing Marilyn Melody, and she finds she's just as special as everyone else in the world.

Saturday, March 3 & 10, 2012 at 2 PM

Tickets: $8 Adults, $5 Kids 12 and under