"Who needs to read and write, when you can dance and sing?" Not only can the men of BYU's Vocal Point dance and sing, but they can dance and sing AT THE SAME TIME! Oh my heck! (oh, and I understand that they can read and write too... but I am not sure if they can read, write, dance, and sing all at the same time...)
Vocal Point will have their first public solo concert (a solo concert with 9 singers...) for the 2009-2010 season this weekend Friday November 20th and Saturday November 21st here at the Covey Center. (So if you have tickets for the BYU vs. Air Force game on Saturday - you can go to the performance the night before. We are just looking out for our BYU fans!)
Many of their hits include: Michael Buble's "Home," Michael Jackson's "Thriller," and "I Wish" by Stevie Wonder.
When you come see Vocal Point this weekend - you will see why they are the "Nicest Kids in Town."
P.S. If you can name the musical that the lyric is from (without the help of the internet...) you are truly a Vocal Point Fan! Pat yourself on the back!
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Take that Swine Flu!
I read a posting on the internet where a guy asked his girlfriend, after both of them were recovering from swine flu, if she wanted to "get together and eat bacon for revenge!" Of course it made me laugh - but then I thought about the ways that the Covey Center is working to combat this year's germ season and get revenge on those nasty germs.
1. If employees exhibit signs of the flu, they are sent home immediately. They will not be able to return until they are symptom free for 24 hours.
2. Every day, while the security people are being securitish (securiticious?), they will be going around around and disinfecting everything that is touched by the public and performers.
3. We keep hand sanitizing solution available at the box office for employees and patrons.
4. During this busy holiday season, it is easy to get stressed. We intend to have fun in order to ward off the damaging effects of stress. We think it is a good idea to come to the Covey Center to have fun with us too!
We are doing all that we can to ward off Cold and Flu germs - but we need your help in the fight! If you feel that you are sick with the flu, please stay home. You can exchange your seats for another night - just call the box office before 5 p.m. the night of your show and they will exchange your tickets (if possible) to another night.
Please cough or sneeze into your elbow. Not only will this prevent you from spreading germs when you high-five your seat neighbor, but you can clap at the same time as sneezing! Try it sometime, you'll look funny doing it but you will amuse your friends ;)
Get plenty of rest. This will this help your immune system and it will help keep you from falling asleep during a performance - because nothing is more awkward that drooling on your date's shoulder (or even the stranger next to you)!
Drink plenty of liquids. I'm not sure what this does, but I heard somewhere that it flushes out your system - whatever that means. And just to help you out with your liquid consumption, the box office sells bottled water.
Can you think of anything else to fight germ war? Do it! Tell us your great ideas!
If you try not to get us sick - we will try not to get you sick either. And remember: "Germs are Not for Sharing!" Deal? Deal.
1. If employees exhibit signs of the flu, they are sent home immediately. They will not be able to return until they are symptom free for 24 hours.
2. Every day, while the security people are being securitish (securiticious?), they will be going around around and disinfecting everything that is touched by the public and performers.
3. We keep hand sanitizing solution available at the box office for employees and patrons.
4. During this busy holiday season, it is easy to get stressed. We intend to have fun in order to ward off the damaging effects of stress. We think it is a good idea to come to the Covey Center to have fun with us too!
We are doing all that we can to ward off Cold and Flu germs - but we need your help in the fight! If you feel that you are sick with the flu, please stay home. You can exchange your seats for another night - just call the box office before 5 p.m. the night of your show and they will exchange your tickets (if possible) to another night.
Please cough or sneeze into your elbow. Not only will this prevent you from spreading germs when you high-five your seat neighbor, but you can clap at the same time as sneezing! Try it sometime, you'll look funny doing it but you will amuse your friends ;)
Get plenty of rest. This will this help your immune system and it will help keep you from falling asleep during a performance - because nothing is more awkward that drooling on your date's shoulder (or even the stranger next to you)!
Drink plenty of liquids. I'm not sure what this does, but I heard somewhere that it flushes out your system - whatever that means. And just to help you out with your liquid consumption, the box office sells bottled water.
Can you think of anything else to fight germ war? Do it! Tell us your great ideas!
If you try not to get us sick - we will try not to get you sick either. And remember: "Germs are Not for Sharing!" Deal? Deal.
Friday, October 30, 2009
The Velociraptor Comes to the Covey Center
No, not THAT velocirapter! It's Jason Hewlett! Former BYU basketball player turned Las Vegas Impersonator brings family-friendly comedy to Provo on Friday November 6, 2009. This non-stop laughter show will have you grabbing tissues. From the velociraptor, to Alvin and the Chipmunks, to Elton John -- Jason has it all! (Including my favorite - face exercises - so you too can make crazy faces just like Jason!)
Tickets are still available for this concert which will include a live band! Jason Hewlett is the 2nd show in the 2009-20010 Mayor's Series for the Performing Arts. Visit our website to purchase tickets.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Black and White!
"What do you get when you cross a vampire with a snowman?" Answer: "Frostbite!" How about "What do you get when you cross Bambi with a ghost?" Give up? Answer: "Bamboo!" One more: "What do you get when you cross a vampire, mummy, and Frankenstein?" Answer: "A really fun weekend at the Covey Center!" The Covey Center will host its first annual "Black and White Halloween Film Festival" October 29-31, 2009. Each night will feature a different Universal Pictures' Monster. Thursday we will meet The Mummy with
Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy (1955) and The Mummy (1932). Friday night is Frankenstein night with Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) and Frankenstein (1931). We will finish the weekend off with Dracula and Bela Lugosi in Dracula (1931) and Son of Dracula (1943). On Thursday and Friday, the first show will start at 7:00 p.m. and the second will begin 8:30. On Halloween, Dracula will begin at 8:00 p.m. (to give you plenty of Trick-or-Treat time!). Each night is $6 for both movies! So grab a date and come on down!There's more! At 12:00 p.m. on Saturday October 31 there will be a FREE matinee of Hold That Ghost with Abbott and Costello. Following the film - the kids will be released (along with their parents) along Center Street for the annual Trick-or-Treat to the Downtown Provo businesses.
But wait - there's even more!!!! During the intermission (or break between movies) we will be giving away free tickets! 2 tickets to 13 shows, including Stomp!!! That's right, 2 free tickets to Stomp EACH NIGHT!! Come to all 3 nights for more chances to win!
Tickets can be purchased online at www.coveycenter.org, by phone: 801-852-7007, or in person at 425 W. Center Street, Provo. See you there!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
6 Degrees of Separation at the Covey Center
In 1929 - a Hungarian Short Story Novelist wrote that two individuals could be connected to one another through 5 people. This belief has brought us Facebook (and similar networking services), games, films, plays, and songs. So I want to play a little game of "The Six Degrees of Separation- Covey Center Style."
Covey Center and Kevin Bacon:
Covey Center hosted Kenny Loggins. Kenny Loggins sang the lead song in Footloose. Footloose starred Kevin Bacon.
Covey Center and Donny Osmond:
Thi
s one has three different directions -1. Marie Osmond practiced her piece for "Dancing with the Stars" in our studios. Marie is Donny's Brother.
2. Brandon Osmond performed (and won) the MormonTimes Showcase in March 2009. Brandon is the son of Donny...
3. David Osmond has performed, and will perform a solo concert on November 14, 2009, at the Covey Center. David is the son of Allan, who is the brother of Donny.
Covey Center and David Archuleta:
Kendra Lowe performed at the Covey Center. Kendra was a backup artist for David on tour...
OR
David made a special guest appearance September 28, 2009 at the Kendra Lowe Concert!!!!!
That's right. The Covey Center is only one step away from David Archuleta!
You too can play this game at home. Just think of the Covey Center and a performer and try to connect the dots. You can see these performers and more at the Covey Center. Just check out our website -- you never know who might show up or who might be famous soon!
Do you have any connections? Let us know! And stay tuned for more information and pictures from the Kendra Lowe Concert.
That's right. The Covey Center is only one step away from David Archuleta!
You too can play this game at home. Just think of the Covey Center and a performer and try to connect the dots. You can see these performers and more at the Covey Center. Just check out our website -- you never know who might show up or who might be famous soon!
Do you have any connections? Let us know! And stay tuned for more information and pictures from the Kendra Lowe Concert.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
That New Light Smell...
Thanks to a grant from the Department of Education, the Covey Center has NEW LIGHTS!!!!!!!!!! In order to keep up with the changing of technology and many of the requirements of the Mayor's Series the Covey Center has purchased new lights.
Dan, the technical director, is like a kid at Christmas! (Chris, one of the technicians, said he would be very disappointed if he got lights for Christmas -- but not Dan!)
Now is a great time to see a show at the Covey Center and to check out our new and improved lighting system!
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Melodrama Feedback!
We got some great feeback from the dinner theater so far. Thanks to everyone who has come and enjoyed the dinner and the Thrilionaires show. And thanks to our hard-working staff for cooking all that delicious food. Yum!
Here's what some of our guests have said:
"It was all great!"
"It was all very fun and delicious. Keep it up!"
"Great improv - wonderful food. We'll come again!"
"Food and funny, awesome, spectacular show! You all rock!"
"The atmosphere was so fun! Do another one!"
"It was great! Thanks for a truly enjoyable night!"
"It was all wonderful! Dinner was delicious and the drama was delightful!"
"So much wholesome fun!"
"Very fun! Good food! Lots of fun!"
"I loved the improv songs! Hilarious! The whole thing was wonderful! Keep going!"
""It was fun. Up close and personal. A great value for the money. Loved being onstage."
Thanks again to everyone who has come and enjoyed dinner with the Covey Center. And we can't wait to see the rest of you!
Don't forget, due to popular demand another show has been added for Saturday night, August 22nd! If you didn't get tickets yet and you want to attend this amazing night of dinner and theater, get your tickets now before they sell out.
Here's what some of our guests have said:
"It was all great!"
"It was all very fun and delicious. Keep it up!"
"Great improv - wonderful food. We'll come again!"
"Food and funny, awesome, spectacular show! You all rock!"
"The atmosphere was so fun! Do another one!"
"It was great! Thanks for a truly enjoyable night!"
"It was all wonderful! Dinner was delicious and the drama was delightful!"
"So much wholesome fun!"
"Very fun! Good food! Lots of fun!"
"I loved the improv songs! Hilarious! The whole thing was wonderful! Keep going!"
""It was fun. Up close and personal. A great value for the money. Loved being onstage."
Thanks again to everyone who has come and enjoyed dinner with the Covey Center. And we can't wait to see the rest of you!
Don't forget, due to popular demand another show has been added for Saturday night, August 22nd! If you didn't get tickets yet and you want to attend this amazing night of dinner and theater, get your tickets now before they sell out.
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