Overview: For 50 years, Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) has been dedicated to transforming lives through the power of its art and its vision of inclusion and access for all. DTH is a racially diverse, 17-member professional dance ensemble that tours across national and international stages.
The DTH Company has performed in 41 countries on six continents, in 44 states and more than 250 cities across North America. On November 9, they will be bringing their talents to the Kentucky Center for what will surely be a thrilling performance. Tickets start at $25. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets.
Randy Rainbow (yes, real name) is a comedian, actor, writer, host and Internet sensation best known for his viral comedy videos. His popular series of political spoofs and song parodies have garnered international acclaim and over a hundred million views. He’s been called “the best thing about the 2016 GOP race” by Dan Savage and his musical tribute to the first presidential debate of 2016 (“BRAGGADOCIOUS!”) received 28 million views in its first two days. He was subsequently asked by the cast of TV’s Will & Grace to parodize a song which they performed during a political fundraiser for the 2016 election.
Stoner metal heroes SLEEP are touring in support of their most recent recording, THE SCIENCES, their first album in two decades. SPIN raves “Sleep’s Crushing Comeback The Sciences Is a 4/20 Miracle” and PITCHFORK confirms “these 40-something dudes have managed to grow up without growing old…these riffs, rhythms, and the mantra-like singing of Al Cisneros are a drug unto themselves.”
Quintron has been making genre-defying noise, soundscape, and house rocking dance music in New Orleans for over 20 years, much of it in collaboration with artist / puppeteer Panacea Theriac aka “Miss Pussycat.” Quintron’s current focus is on a weather controlled analog drone synthesizer called Weather Warlock and a website devoted to streaming its music called Weather For The Blind. (more…)
Chris D’Elia is one of the most sought after performers in the comedy world. D’Elia is best known for his stand up and starring role on the NBC comedy series UNDATEABLE. His latest standup special, MAN ON FIRE, is now on Netflix. He currently hosts a highly successful weekly podcast CONGRATULATIONS WITH CHRIS D’ELIA, which launched in February 2017 and has since been a mainstay on iTunes’ comedy podcast charts. Chris is signed on for a major supporting role in the Mitja Okorn-helmed romantic drama LIFE IN A YEAR, joining topliners Cara Delevingne, Jaden Smith, Nia Long and Cuba Gooding Jr. D’Elia can also be seen in the Netflix horror comedy LITTLE EVIL opposite Adam Scott and Evangeline Lilly.
VIP Meet & Greet ticket includes a post-show meet and greet with Chris D’Elia. Patrons will receive an email a few days before the show with more details.
A Christmas tradition like no other. Experience the joy of the holiday season as pianist, Kentucky native, and Kentucky Center Governor’s School for the Arts alumnus, Kory Caudill brings his annual Christmas tour to The Kentucky Center. Joining Kory is an all-star cast of musicians, including world renowned drummer Chester Thompson (Genesis, Phil Collins, Weather Report). Bring your friends and family along to hear Christmas favorites and endearing originals in a way you’ve never heard before! (more…)
The Kentucky Center and KMEA present Gheens Great Expectations Concert, featuring the Louisville Orchestra, Louisville Youth Orchestra, conductor Doug Elmore, and cellist Anne Richardson Program: Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme Shostakovich: Festive Overture Leonard Bernstein: Symphonic Suite from On the Waterfront
This concert is made possible with generous support from the Gheens Foundation, with additional support from Kentucky Music Educators Association, 90.5 WUOL Classical Louisville and from Dr. Laman Gray and Juliet Cooper Gray
