Fresh and vibrant, California-based singer, pianist, and songwriter LOLA KRISTINE unleashes her artistry at the TCA Saturday, November 9th. Known as “the little girl with the big voice,” Lola captivates with her vast vocal range and transcendent sound. Moving effortlessly between deep, soulful bottom notes and pure, angelic soprano riffs, Lola’s dynamic, powerful and vulnerable vocals will have you rivetted with every note. Authentic. Sincere. Hear and be moved.
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The most wonderful time of the year sparkles even brighter when BERNADETTE KATHRYN and the LONELY DAYS BAND bring their Rock’N Country Christmas Show to the TCA on Saturday, December 14th. This powerhouse vocalist started out at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry, now she will be singing all our holiday favorites at the TCA. And as a special treat, Bernadette will be joined by Lenawee’s stars of tomorrow – our very own TCA Youth Choir! Don’t miss these talented students singing alongside this show-stopping artist and her spectacular band. It’s sure to be an unforgettable night glittering with Christmas cheer! Brace yourself for hilarity! West-coast comedy hits the TCA stage Saturday, January 25th with headliner MICHAEL PALASCAK. A biographical comedian, Michael conveys stories from his childhood and his everyday experiences with a charmingly innocent yet sarcastic edge. When reminiscing about quarterbacking his high school football team to a winless season Palascak quips, “We even lost some practices that year.” Great lines like that landed him on The Tonight Show and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, gave him his own Comedy Central Half Hour Special, and earned him over 1 million YouTube views. Valentine’s Day sizzles at the TCA! Join us Friday, February 14th for the incomparable SHARRIE WILLIAMS. This internationally acclaimed recording artist has toured 34 countries and performed with musical legends Van Morrison, Dizzy Gillespie, Ruth Brown, Mavis Staples, and the Winans, just to name a few. Delivering vocal heat with fiery passion, her emotive, gospel-drenched voice and electrifying stage presence combine into an exhilarating blues hurricane sure to leave your heart racing. Hard-driving and instantly enthralling, CrossBow brings their soaring Celtic melodies to the TCA Saturday, March 8th. By incorporating pop, rock and folk into traditional Celtic tunes, CrossBow’s distinct, eclectic vibe charms music lovers of all ages. From rousing instrumentals to soulful ballads with haunting vocals, a night of incredible music is guaranteed. Don’t miss the exuberance of this dynamic band! The TCA's 44th National Touring Season is coming and it is chock full-o-fun! Remember fun? That perfect blend of happiness, excitement and exhilaration where our ordinary transforms into extraordinary; where being fully immersed in the moment makes time fly by and worries fade away. When's the last time you had some of that? Well, it happens all the time here at the TCA and we want to share it with you! So, what are you waiting for? Click the BOX OFFICE button above, go to TICKETS, and add some FUN to your life!
The TCA proudly presents the WTCA RADIO SHOW - LIVE ON STAGE - July 21st at 3pm & 7pm. Eighty incredibly talented performers are bringing their best to the TCA stage to celebrate the 200th in a show written by Tecumseh's own Benjamin J. Nichols. This production is brimming with historically accurate facts told in ridiculously entertaining, old-time radio style. Original songs are beautifully brought to life by the Community Chorus. The TCA Big Band swings out on fantastic 40's favorites. Great local vocalists delight with beloved classics, as well as Tecumseh-specific parodies. And hilarity ensues as your favorite local actors bring Tecumseh's history to life in zany skits. It's laugh-a-minute fun for the whole family! Seating is limited. Reserve your FREE tickets now.  Bicentennial WTCA Radio Show - Written By Benjamin J. Nichols ORIGINAL SONGS Tecumseh Jingle: You're Gonna Want to Come See Tecumseh - Composed by Benjamin J. Nichols The Ballad of Don Juan - Composed by Benjamin J. Nichols Through All These Years - Composed by Phil Devaney Bicentennial Song: 200 Years - Composed by Benjamin J. Nichols RADIO ACTORS Nona Bennett, Derrel Kent, Karen Miller, Emily Nichols, Xander Olney, Clayton Riptide, Amy Slupe, Simon Suboski SOLOISTS Benjamin J. Nichols, Faith Rhodes, Nate Smith, Kimberly Stephens, Simon Suboski FEATURED VIOLINIST Klara Dawley BICENTENNIAL BAND Piano - Benjamin J. Nichols Tenor Sax - Eric Korte Bass - Klara Dawley Drums - Phil Otter
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THEATER TECHNICIANS Technical Director/Audio Designer & Engineer - Ross Travis Lighting Engineer - Zara Garrison Projection Engineer - Aaron Nichols FRONT OF HOUSE Box Office Manager - Joanna Gall Facility Manager - Evan Carr Volunteer Coordinator - Cheryl Stout Concessions - Toni Garrison & Cheryl Stout Ushers & Box Office Support - Mary Dunham, Tim Korwin, Cheryl Podgorski, Judy Prater, Sharon Segrist, and Carol Wayne WTCA RADIO SHOW - JULY 21, 2024 at 3 & 7PM
Tecumseh Jingle: You're Gonna Want To Come See Tecumseh Written and Arranged by Benjamin J. Nichols Performed by the Community Chorus Introduction Benjamin J. Nichols Foley Follies Darrel Kent & Zander Olney The Ballad of Don Juan Written and Arranged by Benjamin J. Nichols Performed by Simon Suboski with the Community Chorus Lost in Navigation Nona Bennett, Karen Miller, Emily Nichols, Xander Olney, Clayton Riptide, Amy Slupe, and Simon Suboski 3PM: God Bless the Child - Kimberly Stephens 7PM: Since I Fell For You - Kimberly Stephens Phone Call: The Naming of Tecumseh Emily Nichols, Xander Olney, and Simon Suboski Make You Feel My Love - Faith Rhodes You, Tecumseh, Are Faith Rhodes with the Full Cast Through All These Years Written and Arranged by Phil Devaney Performed by the Community Chorus INTERMISSION American Patrol - TCA Big Band My Verdant Celery Benjamin J. Nichols & Xander Olney 3PM: I'll Be Seeing You - Nate Smith 7PM: Misty - Nate Smith Dynamic Kernels Nona Bennet, Darrel Kent, Karen Miller, Clayton Riptide Meyers OTW Emily Nichols, Kimberly Stephens Burn - Klara Dawley Preston Plotfodder Part 1 Full Cast Unchained Products Xander Olney, Amy Slupe and Nate Smith Preston Plotfodder Part 2 Full Cast 3PM: That's Life - TCA Big Band 7PM: Begin the Beguine - TCA Big Band Live Your Life: The Words of Chief Tecumseh Full Cast 200 Years Written and Arranged by Benjamin J. Nichols Performed by Faith Rhodes with the Community Chorus Exit Music: In The Mood - TCA Big Band AVAST! TCA Performance Camp set sail with a crew full of scallywags aboard our stage. Their adventures were rich with acting, singing, the making of artistic treasures, and loads of fun games. It all came to a glorious conclusion in a rousing performance full of mischief, mayhem, and musical marauding. Hearty thanks to all our pirate pals!
 Tecumseh Center for the Arts (TCA) is the recipient of a Project Support Grant from Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC) for its 2023-2024 National Touring Season.
The award is a matching-funds Project Support Grant in the amount of $18,000, which will be used for this year’s National Touring Season featuring concerts and performances from artists throughout Michigan and across the country. The 2023-2024 National Touring Season features canine cabaret Mutts Gone Nuts; New York City's Kristina Koller; Three Men and a Tenor performing their new Ha Ha Holiday show; headliner Greg Morton, America's Got Talent semi-finalist; nationally celebrated storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston; Celtic music with Monday's Supper; and illusionist Jason Bishop, capping our season with stunning feats of magic. We are so excited to welcome these amazing artists to the TCA for its 43rd season. Tickets are on sale now through the TCA website at www.TheTCA.org and at the TCA Box Office by calling 517-423-6617. “Our TCA staff is incredibly grateful for this support from Michigan Arts and Culture Council," stated TCA Director Amy Slupe. "This grant award provides the funds needed to bring wonderful artists to our stage and joy to our community, while keeping ticket prices low so everyone has access to the performing arts." Michigan Arts and Culture Council (MACC) is the State of Michigan’s lead agency charged with developing arts and cultural policy and grant-making in the State of Michigan. Since 1966 with the creation of the Michigan Council for Arts, the State of Michigan has recognized the value and importance of a vibrant arts and cultural sector. |
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