Music at the Mansion – MMX.IV

Sunday, September 12, 2010, 3 PM
Knickerbocker Mansion on Knickerbocker Road, Big Bear Lake
Dinner immediately following the Concert
RSVP needed to 909-585-5916


The Arts Council of Big Bear Valley is pleased to present “Music at the Mansion – MMX.IV. This is entertainment at its best, with up-close seating, wonderful music, and excellent dining following the show and to top it off with “easy on the pocket” prices featuring the excellent Las Vegas Artists: Elaine and Tod Fitzpatrick wonderful repertory of wonderful songs from “Showboat,” “South Pacific,” and of course an all time favorite “Phantom of the Opera”.

Tod's voice has been described as “a resonant lyric baritone” and that his “love songs have a devotional, dreamy quality” after performing at the Tidewater Art Song Season. Earlier this year this quote was proven true when he sang at the Performing Arts Center.

Elaine has had leading roles as Kathie in the Student Prince, Yum-Yum in The Mikado, Valencienne in The Merry Widow, Eliza in My Fair Lady, Fiona in Brigadoon, Polly Browne in The Boyfriend, Laurey in Oklahoma, Mrs. Nordstrom in A Little Night Music, Nimue in Camelot, Rose in The Secret Garden and Cinderella’s mother in Into the Woods.

Tod and his wife Elaine are Big Bear's Guests from Las Vegas where Tod is a Music Professor. Both started our exciting “Big Bear Lake Song Festival” for aspiring young artists who each summer study with distinguished music faculty from around the United States. We are lucky to hear Tod and Elaine again this year.

Another great local entertainer is Nancy Celeste Walker. “Nancy just lights up the stage” is what countless audience members say who have seen her perform. Nancy Celeste Walker has impressed thousands with her captivating vocals from the White House to audiences of musical theater to film scores to the Los Angeles and Orange County music scene. Nancy sang for Bill and Hillary Clinton during the Christmas Holidays thanks to her Mother sending them a copy of her CD. Nancy states, “singing in the White House has been a highlight of her career”. Nancy has also performed locally with the Big Bear Performing Arts Center with “Divas”; “From Paris, With Love” and last October she did a Cabaret show of “funny songs” called “Isn't It Funny” to sold out crowds.

The entertainment features Emily Dunn, an “up-and-coming” singer and “song-writer” who is recording her first CD of her own music. She has been singing, dancing and acting for over 10 years and she brings to the stage, enthusiasm and vitality to all that she does. She will be singing her own originals “Where Did My Fight Go” and “Won't You Be Mine” which will be featured on her new CD. This is the time to hear new music and in the not so distant future to say, “I heard her when...”

This event is held at the Knickerbocker Mansion at 3 PM Sunday September 12th and following the concert is a special dinner prepared by Chef Thomas, assisted by Robert, sous-chef. At the previous concerts the dinner guests have raved about the quality of the food and the diverse menu offered.

Ticket prices are Concert Only $20.00 (students $10.00) and Special Dinner Menu - $20.00 (tax and gratuity not included). Seating is definitely limited so reserve early by calling the Arts Council at 909-585-5916. This is an evening to remember with great music, a gourmet meal and easy prices.

The Arts Council of Big Bear Valley
For Further Questions please call:
Elaine W. Trei
Publicity
909-519-9985