“This series of programs is intended to enrich the experience of patrons at Proctors by giving them additional perspectives on the shows they are seeing,” said CEO Philip Morris. “We are appreciative of Story Circle at Proctors for their support of this effort to enrich the cultural experiences of those attending our shows,” he added.

The Story Circle Pre-show Spoken Word Program series offers pre-performance arts programs to ticket buyers free of charge. The programs are delivered by professional spoken word artists to engage patrons in a unique forum to extend the theme of a specific show. After the performance, the audience members are encouraged to ask questions, creating a dynamic interaction geared toward increasing awareness about the Arts.

The 2011-2012 Story Circle Pre-show Spoken Word Programs will be as follows…

• Nov 5 at 7:00pm  Muddling Through: Humorous Stories - Margaret French before The Capitol Steps
• Nov 19 at 7:00pm  Broadway Stories - Kate Dudding before Michael Feinstein and Marvin Hamlisch: Great American Song Book 
• Jan 14 at 7:00pm  The Gershwin Brothers - Kate Dudding before Bebe Neuwirth
• Feb 3 at 7:00pm  Black History Stories - Claire Beetlestone before Branford Marsalis & Joey Calderazzo Duo and the Branford Marsalis Quartet

Story Circle Pre-show Spoken Word Programs take place in Robb Alley at Proctors. Sponsored by Story Circle at Proctors.