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|  The Big Eat 2009The Big Eat is Monday, February 23 from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at Monona Terrace. Eat and drink from more than 20 madison-are restaurants and drink vendors at this delicious, festive fundraiser.
The Big Eat is a culinary extravaganza to benefit the work of the partnering agencies in Family Centers. Featuring music courtesy of Harmonious Wail.
There will also be a children's cooking demo prior to the event, courtesy of Bean Sprouts and sponsored by St. Mary's Hospital.
To order your tickets today visit http://familycentersinc.org. We know from experience that the best parts of the evening include discussing the food with people at your table, so reserve your table for 2009 now.
We will proudly display the name of your corporation or organization when you sponsor a table of 10 for only $500. Individual tickets are also available for $50 (for all you can eat!).
All proceeds benefit the thousands of families at the Family Centers each year. Do a good thing for your community while doing a good thing for yourself! Bon Appetite!
The Big Eat is sponsored by Isthmus, Madison's CW, Magic 98, Econoprint and Budget Signs. Website: www.thedailypage.com/bigeat |  A Celebration of American Distilling! Celebrate American distilling, presented by the Madison Malt Society, on Thursday, February 19 from 7 pm to 10 pm at the Edgewater Hotel.
Join us for a tasting event to celebrate the rich history and exciting future of American distilling. Expect to meet, discuss and taste new products from Kentucky, Texas, Oregon, Michigan, Iowa, Washington State, Colorado, Wisconsin and many more.
Explore the newest pioneers of distilling and the movement of small owned and operated distilleries who believe in the "Buy Local" philosophy to bring you truly artesian spirits.
Tickets are $55 and benefit the Teresa McGovern Center with specialty appetizers included.
Tickets available at Star Liquor, 1209 Williamson St. More info at: www.madisonmaltsociety.com/ Or call Star Liquor at 608-255-8041. Website: www.madisonmaltsociety.com |  East Village Opera Company at Overture CenterWin tickets to the East Village Opera Company at Overture Center in Capitol Theater on Thursday, January 29 at 7:30 pm.
Suppose Giacomo Puccini and Jimmy Page had met in a pub and decided to collaborate on a musical project. The result might not be all that different from what the East Village Opera Company does.
This eclectic ensemble, which includes a powerhouse five-piece rock band, a string quartet and two outstanding vocalists, re-imagines the great opera repertoire in lush new musical settings, bringing a classic rock sensibility to operatic masterpieces. But their act is no gimmick; these talented musicians demonstrate a thorough understanding and mastery of both rock and opera, and their approach reflects the deepest respect for both genres. Website: www.overturecenter.com |  Interpreti Veneziani at Overture CenterWin tickets to Interpreti Veneziani at the Overture Center in Overture Hall on Wednesday, January 28 at 7:30 pm.
No musical ensemble better captures the romance and mystery of Venice than Interpreti Veneziani. Based at the famous San Vidal Church, where Antonio Vivaldi played regularly, these masters of the Baroque have been spreading their Italian brio and artistic flair across the globe since 1987, in addition to presenting a 200-plus concert season annually at their home stage in Venice.
“Rapturous applause brought the group back to the stage for not one, but three incredible encores. … This was a dream evening of exquisite music and musicianship, the awakening from which was reluctantly undertaken,” wrote Bermuda’s Royal Gazette. Website: www.overturecenter.com |  Monster Nationals at the Alliant Energy CenterWin a family four-pack of tickets to Monster Nationals at the Alliant Energy Center on Sunday, January 25 at 1 pm!
The Monster Nationals is a family oriented monster truck show and more that is produced by Image Promotions, Inc., a Northeast Ohio Company since 1993. The line-up of monster trucks at each venue has been second to none and never less than 5 trucks appearing at each event. Nationally recognized trucks as Bigfoot, Nitemare, War Wagon, Executioner, Black Stallion, Grave Digger and more have all competed under the Monster Nationals Banner.
The monster trucks that compete are all methanol alcohol injected race trucks and sanctioned by the MTRA (Monster Truck Racing Association). In addition to the monster trucks something else is always there to please the crowd at a Monster Nationals event. Jet Powered snowmobiles, quad racing, motor sport clowns, transforming mechanical dinosaurs, freestyle BMX bicycles and more are used to create a tremendous entertainment value for the entire family.
Bring your entire family and a camera, because there will be plenty of fun and excitement. Website: www.frankprodcutions.com |  Russian National Ballet -- Don QuixoteWin tickets to the Russian National Ballet when they perform Don Quixote on Monday, January 26 at 7:30 pm at the Overture Center's Overture Hall.
Russia has always been a superpower of the ballet world. But the opening of Soviet society that began in the late 1980s brought about a Russian revolution in the arts, as vibrant new companies sprang up to exercise their newfound creative freedom.
The Russian National Ballet, founded during that transitional period of perestroika, upholds the grand traditions of Russian ballet, showcasing talent from the country’s best academies and regional companies. In this performance, the group, led by legendary Bolshoi star Sergei Radchenko, presents the full-length ballet Don Quixote.
Follow the adventures of literature’s best-loved Delusional Don as he tries to do good in an imperfect world, accompanied by his faithful squire Sancho Panza. Website: www.overturecenter.com | |  Sweeney Todd at the Overture CenterWin tickets to the opening night performance of Sweeney Todd on Friday, January 23 at 8 pm at the Overture Center in Overture Hall.
Experience, live on stage, the musical that inspired the Tim Burton and Johnny Depp movie. This revolutionary revival features a multi-talented ensemble of ten actor/musicians.
When the infamous demon barber takes up with his crafty neighbor, Mrs. Lovett, the two embark on a delicious plot to slice their way through London's upper crust. Justice is served, along with lush melody, audacious humor and hair-raising excitement.
Don't miss this phenomenal production, with full music and lyrics by multiple Tony Award winner Stephen Sondheim and
direction/design by Tony Award winner John Doyle.
"...Musically thrilling, dramatically inventive and visually striking."
--Richard Ouzounian, Toronto Star Website: www.overturecenter.com |  Bobby McFerrin at the Overture CenterWin tickets to see Bobby McFerrin at the Overture Center in Overture Hall on Thursday, January 22 at 7:30 pm.
What better advice to get you through the Wisconsin winter than “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.”
Ten-time Grammy winner Bobby McFerrin is one of the world’s best-known vocal innovators and improvisers. His recordings have sold more than 20 million copies, and he has collaborated with the likes of Yo-Yo Ma, Chick Corea, the Vienna Philharmonic and Herbie Hancock. McFerrin is a vocal explorer who combines jazz, folk and a multitude of other musical influences, employing his amazing four-octave vocal range and vast array of special voice effects in unique and unexpected ways.
Whether he’s mimicking a trumpet, providing his own counterpoint, or just doing a standard jazz scat, listening to McFerrin is always a musical revelation. Website: www.overturecenter.com |  Isthmus at NARI!Don't miss Isthmus at the National Association of the Remodeling Industry expo at the Madison Marriot West Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18.
Isthmus will have a booth with games and giveaways on Friday (2-7 pm), Saturday (9 am to 7 pm) and Sunday (10 am to 4 pm).
This is a great expo for anyone looking to build or remodel your home.
Don't miss it!
Website: www.remodelingmadison.org/ |  The Phantom Tollbooth at Overture CenterWin tickets to the Phantom Tollbooth at the Overture Center in the Capitol Theater on Saturday, January 10 at 2 pm.
Norton Juster’s beloved children’s book is given full musical treatment in this acclaimed stage version of The Phantom Tollbooth, presented by Kennedy Center Theater for Young Audiences on Tour.
Milo and his trusty time-keeping dog Tock must save the princesses Rhyme and Reason and restore harmony to the Land of Wisdom. Along the way, Milo learns about words and numbers, but the most important lesson he takes with him is that there is never a reason to be bored in a world full of so many things to discover. Website: www.overturecenter.com |
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