SEASON 2 IS NOW RUNNING!

FIRES IN THE MIRROR
by Anna Deavere Smith
January 28 - February 28, 2009
Press Opening: January 30 at 7:30 PM
Crown Heights, Brooklyn. August 1991. A stunning exploration through art
and journalism of the events and emotions surrounding the 1991 riots.
Four diverse women embody 26 of the religious leaders, activists, victims,
and residents originally interviewed and performed by Ms. Smith.
“Quite simply the most compelling and sophisticated view of urban racial
and class conflict that one could hope to encounter.” --New York Times
Anna Deavere Smith work in the theater explores American character
and our multifaceted cultural identity. She is the recipient of two Obies,
two Tony nominations and a MacArthur fellowship.

Sex-OH!
Created by El Teatro Luna
Directed by Yadira Correa & Dana Cruz
March 6 – 29, 2009
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM
Saturdays at 5:00 PM & 8:00 PM
Sundays at 5:00 PM

Previews: Friday March 6 @ 7:30 PM & Saturday March 7 @ 5:00 PM
VIP Opening: Saturday, March 7 at 8:00 PM
Press Opening: Sunday, March 8 @ 5:00 PM

Tickets: $16 Buy Online Through the 16th Street Theater Website
Group discount for 8(+) For info on group tickets call (708) 795-6704

This 2009 show is a “not to miss”
by Chicago Tribune and Chicago Examiner!

Teatro Luna's fourth original ensemble built work, originally produced
in 2006, takes up the intersections between sex, gender, and our latinidad.
Based on our true life stories, plus a few strategic re-imaginings
S-e-x-Oh! covers a range of topics, from the serious to the tragically
hilarious.

Chicago’s only all-Latina Theatre company, Teatro Luna returns to
16th Street where last year’s MACHOS was a huge sold-out hit!
Join the 100 Club and guarantee your seats to this “slick show that moves
and grooves.” (Chicago Tribune)

Under the leadership of Ann Filmer Artistic Director,
16th Street Theater is Berwyn’s first professional, equity theater.

"Berwyn just got a whole lot more interesting for theatergoers
with the opening of 16th Street Theater," excalimed Chicago Tribune
"This very comfortable 49-seater generates an up-close storefront
sensibility. The production values here are first rate!"

The first season for 16th Street Theater was a hit! They started
with the hit Machos, explored dreams and destiny in The Ascension
of Carlotta, featured Elizabeth Berg, Susan Hahn and Arlene
Malinowski during Words in Motion and closed with the powerful
Kita Y Fernanda. Join the 100 Club and ensure we keep the talent
coming to Berwyn in 2009!

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The Berwyn Arts Council
www.berwynartscouncil.org
email: info@berwynartscouncil.org

The Berwyn Arts Council is devoted to the expansion of a
diverse artistic community, arts education and the promotion
and enjoyment of the arts in Berwyn through exhibits, concerts,
classes, performances, multi-cultural outreach programs and
the creation of The Berwyn Multi-cultural Arts Center.
The Berwyn Arts Council activities will compliment the efforts
of the Berwyn Development Corporation by encouraging companion
development, showcasing the cultural diversity and artistic
capabilities of the community and providing a means to enrich
the cultural quality of life in Berwyn.

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-WORLD MUSICIANS-

Patric Marks
Patric composes music for modern dance, works with
groups in Canada, gives concerts, has his own
"India Music Ensemble", and teaches over 175 Sitar
students in Chicago. Patric also enjoys unusual and unique
collaborations with western music groups. The India Music
Ensemble was started in 1973 under the direction of Patric Marks.
A native of Ahmedabad, India, Mr. Marks has made Berwyn
his home for over 20 years and is currently teaching sitar,
tabla, harmoniam, mandoline, and voice, in addition to
providing the musical direction of the India Music Ensemble.
His first studies were with Ustad Gulam Hussain Khan,
and from there graduated from the Gandharva University
of Music and Cultural Activities at St. Xaviers College in
Ahmedabad in 1965, and in 1969 established the Hansa Dhwani
School in Ahmedabad to teach Indian Classical Music.
Since coming to Berwyn, Mr. Marks has devoted his efforts
to the promotion and appreciation of the true classical
Indian music. Mr. Marks is known and respected World
round for his playing sitar, and has taught students ranging
from beginners to world famous rock musicians. He has
performed throughout the world and at major colleges and
universities such as: University of Chicago, University of Illinois,
Case Institute Cleveland, University of Pittsburgh, University
of Missouri at Columbia, the Sivananda Yoga Institute of Chicago,
Vivikenanda Vendanta Society of Chicago, and the Himalayan
Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy in Glenview, Illinois.
He had a special performance given at the Embassy of India,
Washington D.C. before Ambassador T.N. Kaul on the occasion
of Indian Independence Day.

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-JAZZ MUSICIANS-

Andy Baker
Andy is a Lecturer at Northwestern University's School of Music
with the Jazz Studies. He is a trombonist with a very
impressive history. He has a BMus, Guildhall School of Music
and Drama Jazz trombone specialist. Former Archer Scholar
at Trinity College of Music. He served as principal of the
Covent Garden Festival Orchestra (London). Performed with
the Philharmonic of the Nations, Ray Gelato Giants, Chicago
Jazz Ensemble, Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra,
the Hard Art Ensemble, Liquid Soul, and Broadway in Chicago.
Andy also appears on many recordings, including Porgy and Bess
(with Clark Terry and the CJO), The Ted Hogarth Collective,
and the Hard Art Ensemble.

Ryan Bennett
Ryan is a drummer and percussionist that plays with bands
all over the Chicago area. He has performed in local venues
such as the Green Mill, the Jazz Showcase and Pops for
Champagne, as well as in Carnegie Hall in New York.
He plays with a trio (including his wife, JoAnn Daugherty)
regularly at Bandera Restaurant in Chicago (every Wednesday
and Friday) and frequently at Berwyn's own Olive or Twist.
Ryan also teaches percussion and drumset lessons to students
all over the Chicagoland area. Ryan is currently accepting
students at his home studio in Berwyn.
You can contact him at (708) 788-4566

Gayle Bisesi
www.gaylebisesi.com
Gayle Bisesi is a true jazz soprano who brings a fresh,
inspiring sensitivity and a playful edge to jazz music.
She creates original material that will set your soul searching
and adds a new flare to jazz standards from the past.
Throughout her childhood, Gayle was exposed to singing
many kinds of music including classical, musical theater,
pop, and folk. But it was not until 1987 that her hidden passion
for jazz was uncovered. “I remember auditioning for the
MacArthur Jazz Band and something inside me just sat up
and a strong connection was made. This music was so powerful
and exciting to me.” Her work won her the coveted Downbeat
award for Best Jazz Vocalist. She has been singing professionally
for over 20 years and has had the honor of sharing the stage
with such musical greats as: Patti Austin, New York Voices,
Howard Levy, Clark Terry, Louie Bellson, Denis DiBlasio,
Mark Whitfield, Conte Candoli, Hank Marr, Frank Mantooth,
and Kevin Mahogany, among others. On the international circuit,
her singing has taken her to such places as the Montreux
Jazz Festival in Switzerland, North Sea Jazz Festival in
The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Scotland, Germany,
France, Canada, as well as New York City. She performs
regularly at various establishments such as the legendary
Jazz Showcase, Chicago Cultural Center, Andy’s Jazz Club,
Park West, Green Mill, Hot House, Pop’s for Champagne,
Fitzgerald’s, Uncommon Ground, Beat Kitchen, to name a few.

Nick Bisesi
www.nickbisesi.com
Nick studied with saxophonist Joe Daley, who was an important
part of the avant garde movement in the 60’s. He attended
DePaul University in Chicago on scholarship and later lived
in New York City, performing at many NYC Jazz venues.
Nick received a NEA Grant to study with Dave Liebman
who produced his first CD recorded in New York City.
He returned to Chicago, recording with Ramsey Lewis'
"Urban Knights" and performing regularly at in jazz venues
including the Jazz Showcase. He appears as a featured
soloist on Angel Melendez 911 Mambo Orchestra’s Grammy
winning CD, and his performance credits include gigs with
such notables as Ray Charles, Louis Bellson, The Temptations,
The Glenn Miller Orchestra, Dave Mason, Johnny Mathis,
Bob Hope, The Benny Goodman Orchestra, Lou Rawls,
Liquid Soul, Debbie Reynolds, The Spinners, and Nancy Wilson.
"...a talented and highly individual tenor-saxophonist
Nick Bisesi. On the evidence of this stimulating and enjoyable
recording, Nick Bisesi will be reaching many more people
in the future..." - from the liner notes of Gemini Scott Yanow,
Author of nine books including Jazz On Film, Trumpet Kings,
Bebop and Jazz On Record 1917-76

"The maturity of his playing and writing is remarkable."
- David Liebman"

JoAnn Daugherty
www.joanndaugherty.com
JoAnn's latest CD is concidered to be one of NPR's top
50 Jazz albums! Jo Ann's background includes a stint in
Kansas City to hone her skills before moving to Chicago
in 1998. In addition to appearing regularly at numerous
Chicago venues, her recent work includes traveling
throughout the U.S. with various musical and theater acts.
She has performed with many notable musicians including
John Abercrombie, Randy Brecker, Karrin Allyson,
Howard Levy, and others. JoAnn and her husband,
Ryan Bennett (Jazz Drummer), can often be seen playing
live Jazz at The Green Mill in Chicago as well as at
Bandera Restaurant (535 N. Michigan, Chicago) and at
Olive or Twist on Windsor Ave. in Berwyn!

Kara Kesselring
www.karakesselring.com
Kara Kesselring is a Chicago based vocalist, pianist, arranger,
and educator. As a solo performer Kara performs regularly
at Philanders Restaurant in Oak Park as well as The Pump Room
in the Ambassador East Hotel. She co-founded the Brazilian
group Nova Bossa and plays such events as The Taste of
Chicago and has toured many US cities. Kara and her husband,
Patrick Williams (Jazz Bassist), can be seen playing live
Jazz at Olive or Twist on Windsor Ave. in Berwyn.

BJ Levy
Trumpeter

Steve Million
www.stevemillion.com
Steve Million has become a fixture on the Chicago jazz scene.
Million's debut album, Million to One, with Randy Brecker,
Michael Moore, Ron Vincent and Chris Potter, was released
in 1995 to uncommonly high praise for a debut recording.
Down Beat's Thomas Conrad awarded the disc 4 stars and
Jazz Times' Patricia Myers wrote, "Million's originals speak
well of their author...." Thanks a Million, out two years later,
earned a coveted 4 1/2 star rating from Down Beat's
Frank-John Hadley, who exclaimed "the Chicagoan brings
discipline, personality, imagination, talent and quiet passion
to his playing and songwriting." Deni Kasrel of Jazz Times
gushed, "Reminds me of the best bands led by Horace Silver
or Lee Morgan!" Steve can be seen playing live at
Joe's Bebop Cafe (Navy Pier, Chicago)
and Philander's (1120 Pleasant, Oak Park).

Mitch Paliga
www.mitchpaliga.com
"Relatively few jazz musicians take up soprano sax compared
to the rest of the reed family, but Mitch Paliga is one who mastered
his instrument." –Ken Dryden, Billboard.com–

"If you're not a fan of soprano sax playing, this album (Blithe Moments)
may change some of your perceptions. The high level of musicianship,
and Paliga's skill at composing, make the album worth listening to
in any case." –Lorelai Clarke, Jazzreview.com–

Mitch Paliga has just released his first Jazz CD
Blithe Moments! The album features Mitch Paliga playing
soprano & tenor saxophones, Ryan Bennett plays drums
& cymbal tree, Jo Ann Daugherty plays piano, and
Patrick Williams plays Bass!

Mitch Paliga has been an active
saxophonist, educator and composer in the Chicago area
since 1990 and has been playing the saxophone for
thirty years. He was awarded a National Endowment for
the Arts Jazz Study Grant to study with master saxophonist
David Liebman. Mitch is a member of the Chicago Jazz
Composers Collective and has been featured in several
concerts so far. He also teaches Saxophone & Clarinet
at the famous Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago.

Patrick Williams
Bassist Patrick Williams has performed with many artists
including: Tal Farlow, Matt Wilson, the Moody Blues,
the Quad-City Symphony, the Chicago Jazz Composers
Collective, Stephen Stills, Kenny Aronoff, Von Freeman
and Louie Bellson. He maintains an active performing
and recording career. Currently, he can be seen playing
bass with the John Erickson Trio, Marques Carroll & Full Set,
the Nick Bisesi Quartet, Underwater People, The Nia Quintet,
and Omar al Musfi and can also be seen playing live Jazz
at Olive or Twist on Windsor Ave. in Berwyn. A native Iowan,
Patrick received his Bachelor of Music degree from
University of Iowa. He has studied bass with Eldon Obrecht,
Diana Gannett and Anthony Cox. He lives in Berwyn with his
wife Kara Kesselring and their dog Sammy.

Grant Strombeck
grantstrombeck.dyndns.org
Grant Strombeck is primarily a jazz drummer, who's
experiences as a musician since the fifties are as various
as backing up Franz Jackson's traditional jazz to Jack Wright's
free-improvisation. Other disciplines and media are included
on his web site. Strombeck's Notable Performance
Places include: WBEZ National Radio, University of Illinois
Jazz Concert, Oak Park Jazz Festival, Palmer House,
Drake hotel, Hull House, Art Institute of Chicago, Randolph
Street Gallery, Rick's Café America, Fitzgeralds, Andy's,
Name Gallery. Notable long-term Chicago club engagements
include: The Palmer House Gaslight Club, Pump Room,
Orphans, Bulls (jazz club), Redfords, Sheffield's,
The Pianoman and Quenchers. -- Sound Symposium 2000
@ Saint Johns, Newfoundland. Grant's Jazz Trio appears
once a month at the Salt Creek Wine Bar in Brookfield.

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-ROCK MUSICIANS-

Kevin Buck
www.kevinmbuck.com
Kevin Buck is concidered by many to be one of the Midwest’s
most talented guitarists. In the last year alone, Kevin Buck
has performed in New York City with Roger Daltrey of the Who;
was featured during July on VH1; and was the winner of the
2006 “Guitar Idol” contest sponsored by The LOOP radio
station in Chicago (WLUP/97.9FM).

Peter Budd
www.peterbuddguitar.com
Peter began his career touring Europe with rock legends,
Jerry Lee Lewis, Gene Vincent, and Bill Haley and the Comets.
Since moving to the States in the 60’s, he’s been one of the
most sought-after musicians, playing numerous radio and
TV commercials. He’s backed such stars as Dusty Springfield,
Danny Thomas, Richard Groove Holmes and even Vlasta the
Polka Queen. When not busy on stage and in the studio,
Peter taught guitar at Lyon & Healy downtown Chicago,
the Academy of Music in Oak Park, and American Music World.
Peter is adept at virtually all styles of music: blues, jazz,
rock, and more. These days he enjoys playing Ragtime
Guitar in the style of his heroes, Merle Travis and Chet Atkins

Ken Mottet
www.ginpalacejesters.com
Acoustic rhythm guitar playing Ken Mottet was just an Iowa
farm kid huddling for warmth on a cold October night in his
daddy's tractor when he first heard the strains of Johnny
Paycheck and Conway Twitty clear and bright out of
WHO-AM radio in the early 1970's. In the early 1980's
Ken followed Johnny Horton's call and headed "North To Alaska"
to bust into television as an on air personality at Catch-22
Anchorage, Alaska where Ken whiled away the long winter
learning to play guitar and writing songs. Moving to Chicago
Ken followed his dream of being the next Lenny Bruce and
began performing stand-up comedy at comedy clubs for
a time while catching shows by touring rockabilly, country,
jazz and lounge acts and was eventually asked to emcee the
Big C Jamboree as well as be the VJ and host of cable TV's
The Otherside.

Dave Sisson
www.ginpalacejesters.com
Dave made a national name for himself as the front man
and chief songwriter of Rockabilly and Cowpunk trio Three
Blue Teardrops, seeing the inside of honky-tonks and road
houses of the lower 48 as well as Europe over the last 10 years.
A self taught talent, Dave brings a "do-it-yourself" pioneer
spirit and hard work ethic to his current band The Gin Palace Jesters.

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-ALTERNATIVE MUSICIANS-

Christine DeLeon
www.cxband.com
Christine (singer for Corporate X) knew from a young age that
she wanted to be a singer. She excelled in choir throughout
high school, where she traveled the East Coast performing with
her vocal group. In college she auditioned and was accepted to
the choir at the University of Illinois in Chicago and was invited
by the choral director to join the Chamber Choir, a select group
of elite a-cappella singers. After much time spent mastering
harmonies and the baroque style, Christine transferred to and
graduated from Columbia College with a degree in Sound Engineering,
and moved on to the world of rock music, where she dabbled with
different instruments and bands.

Casper Xavier
www.cxband.com
Casper (writer and musician for Corporate X) got his start in
the musical world when he was ordered to play an instrument
in Military Academy. Not one to settle for preconceived notions
of what a musician is supposed to be, Casper quickly found
his passion, and started absorbing all that music had to offer,
learning the basic principles of all the instruments of the orchestra.
After starting a band, Casper learned that his musical vision was
not shared by everyone invited to join him. He decided to follow
in the footsteps of self produced icons who wrote all of the songs,
played and recorded all of the instruments themselves.
"It's like I hear the complete song in my head. Every instrument,
every drum beat, everything. I just can't record a keyboard
part and be happy. I need to hear everything in its entirety",
remarkes Casper. "I hate the whole inner struggles that are
every band's luggage; I would rather record it myself and
let my vision fly."

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