Bowzer's Rock 'n Roll Party incorporates music and comedy into a highly entertaining show for the whole family, hosted by everyone's favorite Greaser, Jon "Bowzer" Bauman. The most famous member of Sha Na Na wows the crowds with his classic routines of "Blue Moon," "Shout!"  and "Do You Love Me," along with the most groovy a cappella version of "I Wonder Why" you've ever heard! Bowzer's comedy routines go right to the heart of the '50s and '60s, as his unique reminiscences on everything from cafeteria ladies to air drills leave young and old rolling in the aisles!  With unique and special guests familiar to any fan of oldies radio, BOWZER's Rock N' Roll Party will have audiences singing along to all their favorite hits.

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$22	$24
Silver	$20	$22
Bronze	$18	$20

Celebrate President’s Day with the veteran acting and writing team of husband and wife, William and Sue Wills who will bring to life the stories of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and their wives. They are not “impersonators”, but their costumes, dialects, and demeanors will help recreate these historical characters. Mr. and Mrs. Wills have performed at eight of the nation’s Presidential Museum and Historic Sites, - the Clinton, Bush, and Ford  Presidential sites to name a few.

Showtime: 1:30pm (doors open at 12:30pm)

General Admission

$10

During the late '50s & early '60s, the Kingston Trio enjoyed unprecedented record sales and worldwide fame, while influencing the musical tastes of a generation.  With the Grammy winning song "Tom Dooley" and other hits like "M.T.A.", "Honey" and much more, The Kingston Trio will delight audiences of all ages.

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$26	$27
Silver	$24	$25
Bronze	$22	$23

Florida native Jim Stafford creates hilarious antics from everyday life straight out of his mind and into your heart! Famous for his million-selling records, "Spiders & Snakes", "Cow Patti", and the infamous "My Girl Bill", Jim satirizes the obvious with his music and comedy. Only Jim Stafford can combine hysterical comedy with masterful performances on the classical guitar and heart-warming stories of the human spirit.

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$13	$14
Silver	$12	$13
Bronze	$11	$12

Shepherds Pie band featuring guitarist David Sanders, keyboardist/bassist Steve Reel and drummer Bobby Dibble just came out of the oven recently and is already turning up the heat in Florida’s music scene.  This group is made of top entertainers with over 100 years of combined professional experience. 

Performing with Shepherds Pie is Dunning Shaw, “The Man of a Thousand Voices”.  His vocal range and versatility have earned him that name.  His CD entitled “Schizophrenia” showcases Shaw singing both parts to the hit song, “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers”.  Dunning Shaw knows how to entertain an audience having shared the stage with many great artists from country to rock ‘n roll.

Doors Open at 6pm – Show Begins at 7pm

Resident	Non-resident
$12	$14
Seating limited to 400

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Home Improvement Expo
Saturday, March 13, 2010 • 9 am – 1 pm
Circle Square Cultural Center

Come meet over 60 contractors and home improvement specialists. The event will feature vendors from nearly every field of the home improvement industry including remodeling, windows, flooring, home security, insurance, plumbing, home entertainment, solar power, and much more.

For more information call 854-8707 ext. 10

The Opera Tampa apprentices will be back to perform timeless operatic music with perfect fusion of their beautiful voices while accompanied by pianist Dan Gettinger.  The young Opera Tampa apprentices will enchant the audience singing arias from the Opera Tampa current season and from the most beloved operas of all time.

Doors Open: 1pm - Show Begins: 2pm

Resident	Non-resident
FREE*	$5

In the late ‘60s, Tommy & Dick Smothers were television mainstays with a variety show that also turned into several popular record albums.  On Friday, March 19, 2010, the brothers will bring their trademark stage performance to the Circle Square Cultural Center featuring their up-beat folk songs which almost always lead to hilarious mid-song arguments between the two.  The performance will also feature the popular “Yo-Yo Man” song in which Tommy Smothers incorporates a yo-yo completely into the entire act.  Plus, Tommy’s signature line of, “Mom always liked you best!” continues to be used during their show as well as by fighting siblings all over America!

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$40	$45
Silver	$38	$43
Bronze	$36	$41

“The Drifters were the all time greatest Atlantic recording group,” said Ahmet Ertegun, founder of the Atlantic Recording Company and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Charlie Thomas is the only voice on all the Drifters recordings since 1958. He has been in show business for fifty years, first singing gospel and a short stint with the Orioles.  He then joined the Five Crowns and in 1958 the Drifters. The Drifters' first release was the 1959 hit "There Goes My Baby" followed by “This Magic Moment”, “Save the Last Dance for Me”, “Some Kind of Wonderful”, “Under the Boardwalk” and other golden hits!

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$18	$20
Silver	$16	$18
Bronze	$14	$16

The Ocala Storytelling Festival, Inc. hosts the 5th Liar’s Contest. Adapted from tall tales and Appalachian folk lore, a Liar’s Contest specifically combines the unbelievable and bizarre into the art of story.  Storyteller, story collector and story writer Jon Spelman will emcee the event and also perform throughout the evening. Come vote for your favorite lie of the night and watch our contestants compete for a $500 purse.

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

Resident	Non-Resident	Students
$10	$12	$5*

HANDS ACROSS THE HIGHWAY
FINE ARTS EXHIBIT
Saturday, April 17, 2010 • 10 am to 2 pm
Circle Square Cultural Center • FREE Admission

The Hands Across the Highway Fine Arts Exhibit is an annual showcase of Ocala artisans from On Top of the World, Oak Run, Palm Cay, Marion Oaks, Cherrywood and other communities located along State Road 200.  Enjoy live entertainment for your listening enjoyment as you view these special works of art. 

For more information, call 854-8707 ext. 10

The Platters are considered one of the most popular vocal groups of their decade, topping both R&B and pop charts. The legacy continues today as they enchant the hearts of audiences around the world with their classics hits like “Only You”, “My Prayer”, “Great Pretender”, “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”, and others. Audiences of all ages are highly entertained by their energetic performances.

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$20	$22
Silver	$18	$20
Bronze	$16	$18

Do you have a dance routine or juggling skill that can't be beat? Are you ready to bring your harmonica ability to the Ocala masses? Have people told you that you have the voice of an angel? Prove it! Come put your talents to the test for the first ever “THE WORLD HAS TALENT” Talent Show. This is not the time to be shy or coy if you think you’ve got what it takes to win prizes and applause.

AUDITION DATE:
Monday, March 1, 2010 from 8am to 4pm at the Circle Square Cultural Center.

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$10	$11
Silver	$9	$10
Bronze	$8	$9

The Bill Allred Jazz Band started its quest in late 1989, with the primary mission of finding, researching and playing some of the almost-forgotten arrangements of the early reading jazz bands. At the time they didn't realize what a Pandora's Box they were opening. Charts, interest and fans came from all over. Their efforts to try new sounds and combinations have resulted in some very unusual treatments of old and new musical material suitable for audiences of all ages.

Doors Open at 6pm – Show Begins at 7pm

Resident	Non-resident
$12	$14
Seating limited to 400

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Doo-wop at its best!  Relive the ‘50s and ‘60s as if it were yesterday when Lola and The Saints bring you a unique oldies revue. A show group extraordinaire, Lola and The Saints have enjoyed a long and magnificent career in show business.

Doors Open: 6pm - Show Begins: 7pm

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$11	$12
Silver	$10	$11
Bronze	$9	$10

The extravaganza will feature performances by four of Florida’s top barbershop quartets.  These quartets will amaze you with their close 4-part harmonies reminiscent of years ago while keeping you laughing at their hilarious jokes and antics.

Showtime: 2pm (doors open at 1pm)

	Resident	Non-resident
Gold	$10	$11
Silver	$9	$10
Bronze	$8	$9