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Columbus Symphony Announces Lineup for the 2010 Nationwide Insurance Picnic with the Pops and Popcorn Pops
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The Columbus Symphony Orchestra today announced the 2010 season lineup for its two annual summer outdoor concert series, the Nationwide Insurance Picnic with the Pops and Popcorn Pops.
The 2010 Nationwide Insurance Picnic with the Pops will run June 19 through July 31, and feature Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Peter Cetera, Kansas, and The Ohio State University Marching Band, among others. The 2010 Nationwide Insurance Popcorn Pops runs June 25 through July 23, and will feature three special family concerts recommended for children ages 3-12.
2010 NATIONWIDE INSURANCE PICNIC WITH THE POPS
All concerts are held on the lawn of Chemical Abstracts Service (2540 Olentangy River Rd.). Gates open at 6 pm. Concerts begin at 8:15 pm.
Spectrum in a Tribute to Motown and R&B
Saturday, June 19
Albert-George Schram, conductor
The “Philadelphia Sound†of the 1960s is back and coming to Columbus in the form of vocal sensations, Spectrum. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Motown and R&B hits including “My Girl,†“Stand by Me,†“Soul Man,†and “Under the Boardwalk.â€Â
Wicked Divas
Saturday, June 26
Albert-George Schram, conductor
Julia Murney, vocalist
Stephanie J. Block, vocalist
Join two of Broadway's Elphabas from WICKED, Julia Murney and Stephanie J Block, together for the first time singing selections from WICKED, Ragtime, Chicago, Funny Girl, and much more. Additionally, the orchestra will perform selections from George Bizet's Carmen.
Patriotic Pops
Saturday, July 3
Peter Stafford Wilson, conductor
Columbus’ grand summer tradition continues as the Columbus Symphony celebrates the Fourth of July. Wave the flag, clap your hands, and stomp your feet to patriotic favorites and rousing Sousa marches including “The Stars and Stripes Forever†plus Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.†The evening is topped off with a brilliant fireworks display.
Peter Cetera
Saturday, July 10
Albert-George Schram, conductor
Settle in for the most romantic night of the summer with Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Peter Cetera, the creative genius behind an unparalleled string of hit songs including “If You Leave Me Now,†“Hard to Say I’m Sorry,†“You’re The Inspiration,†“The Glory of Love,†and “The Next Time I Fall.â€Â
‘50s Dance Party: A Tribute to Buddy Holly, The Big Bopper, and Ritchie Valens
Saturday, July 17
Albert-George Schram, conductor
Some say the music died on February 3, 1959 – but we know better. The hits of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper live on in this uncanny recreation of the final tour of these rock ‘n roll legends. Enjoy two hours of music and memories from the ‘50s, including “That’ll Be the Day,†“Peggy Sue,†“Oh, Boy,†“Rave On,†“La Bamba,†“Chantilly Lace,†and more.
Kansas
Saturday, July 24
Albert-George Schram, conductor
Kansas defined a decade, and today, the backbone of classic rock rests squarely on their songs such as “Dust in the Wind,†“Carry on Wayward Son,†and “Point of Know Return.†Hear them as never before with a live symphony orchestra.
The Ohio State University Marching Band
Friday & Saturday, July 30 & 31
Albert-George Schram & Dr. Jon Woods, conductors
It’s time to don the scarlet and gray and celebrate the coming season’s gridiron clash with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra and “The Pride of the Buckeyes.†Don’t miss the biggest tailgate party of the year with “The Best Damn Band in the Land†and fireworks!
Tickets to Picnic with the Pops are $20 for adults and $13 for children if purchased in advance by phone at 614.228.8600, online at http://www.PicnicWithThePops.com, or in person at the Ohio Theatre Ticket Office (39 E. State St.). At the gate on the night of the show, tickets are $22 for adults and $15 for children. Children 3 and under are free.
Tickets are also available at central Ohio Giant Eagle locations at a discounted price of $18 for adults and $12 for children.
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