LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts is offering a wide variety of entertainment as it opens its 36th arts season – including a bevy of shows at the historic Brown Theatre and the newly opened standing room venue, Old Forester’s Paristown Hall. Fall performances will feature rap group Wu-Tang Clan, the return of singer Lyle Lovett, comedian Lewis Black, Complexions Contemporary Ballet and many others.
View the current season lineup at www.kentuckycenter.org.
Here are some of the highlights of The Kentucky Center Presents 2019-20 performance lineup:
The Kentucky Center and Production Simple present Gavin DeGraw with Hannah Ellis
Friday, August 23, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Old Forester’s Paristown Hall
Standard tickets are $39.50; $44.50 Day of Show; $70 Premium. Tickets on sale now.
Gavin DeGraw is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum selling singer, performer and songwriter. His 2003 debut album, “Chariot,” sold more than one million copies, earned platinum certification and yielded three hit singles. He tours continuously around the world, including sold out dates with the legendary Billy Joel. DeGraw released his fifth studio album, “Something Worth Saving,” in September 2016.
91.9 WFPK presents The Mavericks with Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets
Saturday, September 26, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.
Brown Theatre on Broadway
Tickets start at $35. Tickets on sale now.
The Mavericks are true American originals, heirs to the great songwriting traditions of Cuba, Miami, Nashville, San Antonio and Memphis. Celebrating their 30th anniversary as a band, they’re back to remind the world why they’re so good – and they’ll be joined by Nashville-based rock band Los Straitjackets, as well as singer-songwriter and musician Nick Lowe.
The Kentucky Center and Live Nation present Lewis Black – Alive in Concert!
Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Brown Theatre on Broadway
Tickets are $45. Tickets on sale now.
Grammy Award-winning stand-up comedian Lewis Black is one of the most prolific and popular performers working today. As a passionate performer who is a more pissed-off optimist than a mean-spirited curmudgeon, Black offers a live performance that provides a cathartic release of anger and disillusionment. His performances incite raucous laughter, while making compelling points about the absurdity of our world.
91.9 WFPK presents Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group
Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Brown Theatre on Broadway
Tickets start at $45.50. Tickets on sale now.
This season features the return of Lyle Lovett, an iconic American singer-songwriter and winner of four Grammy Awards, including Best Male Country Vocal Performance and Best Country Album. Lovett’s music has broadened the definition of American music by fusing elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues, mixed with storytelling, in a convention-defying manner.
The Kentucky Center presents Switchfoot & Their Fantastic Traveling Music Show
Friday, October 11, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.
Brown Theatre on Broadway
Tickets start at $34.50. Tickets on sale now.
With a career spanning over 20 years, 11 albums, a film and millions of tickets sold, the Grammy Award-winning band Switchfoot is embarking on one of their most ambitious endeavors to date. They will perform two sets, back-to-back: a stripped-down acoustic concert with the untold stories and inspirations behind some of your favorite songs and then a full-blown rock concert to end the night.
The Kentucky Center and NS2 present Cody Ko and Noel Miller: Tiny Meat Gang Live
Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Brown Theatre on Broadway
Tickets start at $30. Tickets on sale now.
Cody Ko and Noel Miller are software engineers turned social media influencers and comedians through their popular YouTube channel and podcast, Tiny Meat Gang. In January 2019, they set out on their comedy tour, entertaining tens of thousands of people around the United States. The two believe the success of their comedy lies in their “ability to overcome their small-ish physical stature with their 6-foot 7-inch personalities.”
The Kentucky Center and Production Simple present Wu-Tang Clan: 36 Chambers 25th Anniversary Tour
Friday, October 18, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Old Forester’s Paristown Hall
Standard tickets are $115; $125 Day of Show; $300 Premium. Tickets on sale now.
Twenty-five years ago, the Wu-Tang Clan changed hip-hop music forever. With lyrics that combine the reality of 1990’s New York and the world of martial arts, the Wu-Tang Clan has created a unique mythology that captures the hearts of fans worldwide. This performance celebrates the 25th anniversary of their first album “Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)” with the innovative beats, clever lyrics and diverse personalities that comprise its nine-member group.
The Kentucky Center presents JB Smoove
Friday, October 25, 2019 at 8 p.m.
The Kentucky Center – Bomhard Theater
Tickets are $38.50. Tickets on sale now.
JB Smoove is a multi-talented writer, comedian and actor, who can currently be seen in the beloved role of “Leon” in the iconic HBO comedy series “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” His new book, “The Book of Leon: Philosophy of a Fool,” based on the popular character, was nominated for a 2018 Audie Award for the audio version. In addition to a wealth of notable TV performances, including BET’s “The Real Husbands of Hollywood,” ABC’s “Fresh Off the Boat,” CBS’ “The Millers” and “Everybody Hates Chris,” Smoove tours as a stand-up comic internationally, bringing the ruckus to sold-out audiences all over the world.
91.9 WFPK presents Ryan Bingham with special guest Jamestown Revival
Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Old Forester’s Paristown Hall
Standard tickets are $30; $35 Day of Show; $60 Premium. Tickets on sale now.
Texas-based Ryan Bingham is a Grammy Award-winning musician who defies easy classification, but often zeroes in on the American experience. Accolades include the American Music Association’s 2010 Artist of the Year, as well as an Oscar for his song “The Weary Kind” from the 2009 film “Crazy Heart.” His music, including his latest album “American Love Song,” reflects his life experiences, including the Cajun culture he experienced in western Louisiana and border songs of Mexican immigrants.
Brown-Forman Midnite Ramble Complexions Contemporary Ballet
Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Brown Theatre on Broadway
Tickets start at $25. Tickets on sale Friday, August 23.
Complexions was founded in 1994 by Master Choreographer Dwight Rhoden and the legendary Desmond Richardson with a singular approach to reinventing dance through a groundbreaking mix of methods, styles and cultures. Today, Complexions represents one of the most recognized and respected performing arts brands in the world. Having presented an entirely new and exciting vision of human movement on 5-continents, over 20-countries, to over 20-million television viewers and to well over 300,000 people in live audiences, Complexions is poised to continue its mission to bring unity to the world one dance at a time.
The Glenview Trust Enriching Life Series Straight No Chaser: The Open Bar Tour
Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 7 p.m.
The Kentucky Center – Whitney Hall
Tickets start at $24.50. Tickets on sale now.
A Cappella group Straight No Chaser are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase, numerous national TV appearances and proven success with CD releases. Straight No Chaser is the real deal—the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense and with a sense of humor.
Also Coming Soon:
- The Kentucky Center presents – Pine Mountain Sessions – The Kentucky Center – Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25.
- The Kentucky Center and Production Simple present – Drive-By Truckers – Old Forester’s Paristown Hall – Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019 at 8 p.m. Standard tickets are $30; $35 Day of Show; $60 Premium.
- The Kentucky Center and Production Simple present – NF – Old Forester’s Paristown Hall – Thursday, Sept. 26, 2018 at 8 p.m. Standard tickets are $49.50; $76.50 Premium.
- The Kentucky Center and Emporium present – Home Free – Brown Theatre – Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $24.50
- The Kentucky Center presents – The Kingdom Choir – Brown Theatre – Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2018 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at$25.00.
- The Kentucky Center presents – Bobby Bones & the Raging Idiots – Brown Theatre – Friday, Nov. 22, 2019 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $38.50.
- The Kentucky Center presents – Kathleen Madigan – Brown Theatre – Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35.
- The Kentucky Center presents – A Charlie Brown Christmas – Brown Theatre – Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019 at 1:30 and 5 p.m. Tickets start at $25.
- Nickelodeon/Spin Master present – PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue – The Kentucky Center – Dec. 27-29, 2019 at 1:30 and 5 p.m. Tickets start at $22.50.
- The Kentucky Center presents – The Second City – The Kentucky Center – Thursday, Jan. 24, 2020 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35.
- The Kentucky Center presents – Parsons Dance – Brown Theatre – Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $20.
- Brown-Forman Midnite Ramble – The Color Purple – Brown Theatre – May 19-20, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30.
For more information and to view the full season, visit www.kentuckycenter.org.
New shows are booked throughout the year and the calendar is constantly changing. Be sure to stay informed and receive presale invitations, create your Kentucky Center eClub account at www.kentuckycenter.org/login. Be sure to follow The Kentucky Center on social media platforms including on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for the latest ticket availability updates.
Frequent attendees are encouraged to become Kentucky Center Members. Members save on every ticket purchased through the member hotlines and enjoy benefits like priority seating and waived handling fees. For more information about Kentucky Center Membership and to view a complete list of member benefits, please visit www.kentuckycenter.org/content/downloads/MembershipBenefits.pdf.
About The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts
The mission of The Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts is to build lifelong relationships with the arts. As an integral member of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet, The Center, along with the other agencies, seek to preserve and promote the history, heritage and arts of the Commonwealth.
Three locations comprise the family of venues under The Kentucky Center umbrella:
The Kentucky Center is located at 501 West Main Street, Louisville, KY 40202
The Brown Theatre is located at 315 West Broadway, Louisville, KY 40202
Old Forester’s Paristown Hall is located at 724 Brent Street, Louisville KY 40204
