The Regent Theatre - Arlington, MA - Arlington's Show Place of Entertainment

HUGH HANLEY Sing-A-Long Concert

Saturday, January 17 at 10:30am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults

Young children and their families are invited to a Sing-Along Concert with Hugh Hanley at the Regent Theatre in Arlington on Saturday, January 17 at 10:30am . Hugh's lively, participatory presentation features guitar, banjo, and a repertoire of "hands-on/voices-on" songs, fingerplays, and music activities that everyone can do! Come join the crowd and be part of the fun!

Hugh Hanley has been singing with young children for over twenty years in his work as an early childhood educator, music specialist and entertainer. His work has helped him gain an understanding of young children as developing music makers and a familiarity with the environments in which they play and learn. He draws from a wide and varied repertoire of songs, fingerplays, and music activities that are appropriate, accessible, and highly engaging. Hugh has learned all of the material he uses in his work from folk traditions, children, and their teachers and parents. www.hughhanley.com

Jenny the Juggler

Saturday, January 24 at 10:30am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults

Once again Jenny the Juggler's fabulous variety show returns to the Regent Theatre. Through juggling, magic, music & singing, physical comedy, interactive silliness and lots of audience participation, Jenny thrills "Kids AND People" of all ages with "Exceptional Fun." Come enjoy the unique and compelling qualities that make Jenny the Juggler Boston's "BEST (& Only!)" Female Professional Juggle

Jenny has been Boston's BEST (& Only!) Female Professional Juggler since 1997. A graduate of both UMass Amherst and the Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre, she has also trained with masters of physical theatre such as Avner the Eccentric, Fred Garbo and Marcel Marceau. Raised on both coasts of the United States, she has performed at venues from England to Hawaii, and even headlined the world's first-ever Women of Juggling Festival (California 2005).

She is the manager of her own entertainment company (Jenny the Juggler Entertainment), and recently became a new mom! www.jennythejuggler.com

Matt Roberts presents 'Now That's What I Call MAGIC!'(tm)

Saturday, January 31 at 10:30am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults

Professional Magician, TV Personality and Entertainment Expert, Matt Roberts, brings his new show, 'Now That's What I Call Magic!'(tm) to the Regent Theatre. The performance features clean comedy, astonishing magic, lots of audience participation and plenty of surprises. Best known for his regular appearances on PBS nationwide, Matt Roberts has also been seen on NBC's Today Show and at hundreds of special events each year. He presents a morning of fun family entertainment for ages 5-95 that will have you laughing and gasping in amazement! Now that's what we call magic! Get your tickets today before they all DISAPPEAR..
http://www.mattrobertsmagic.com/Bio.htm

THE ELBOWS

Saturday, February 7 at 10:30am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults ($7 & $8 For Regent Theatre Card Members)

The Elbows are four friends from Cape Cod who got together one summer day around the turn of this century to play music for some kids and their families... and they haven’t stopped since! The music is fun loving for kids of all ages. Many of the songs from their live shows are included on their first CD "The Elbows." This band will make you groove, move, sway, shake, and play (and they like elbow macaroni!) For more about the band, click here: http://www.theelbows.net/band.html.

AIRBORNE COMEDIANS

Saturday, February 14 at 10:30am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults ($7 & $8 For Regent Theatre Card Members)

Extraordinary Juggling Duo! First Night Boston and Regent Theatre Favorites!

Adding 21st century flash to the vaudeville tradition, Regent Theatre favorites, The Airborne Comedians' fast lines, fast hands, and incredible acrobatics bring laughter and amazement to audiences of all ages. Witness their hilarious banter as they toss, then juggle electric guitars, lawn chairs, machetes, and other odd objects from one side of the stage to the other, or while riding six and seven foot unicycles! For years, one of the most popular acts of Boston's "First Night" Celebration, the Airborne Comedians have performed throughout the country for over 20 years, and were recently invited to appear on stage for an audience of thousands with the band Phish. Currently, they are wowing audiences at the Boston Museum of Science with their "Amazing Nano Brothers Juggling Show!"
www.airbornecomedians.com

THE JIM SHOW

Saturday, February 21 at 10:30am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults ($7 & $8 For Regent Theatre Card Members)

High energy stunt comedy!
Armed with nothing more than a trunk full of props, a quick, dry wit, and a mysterious, "cat-like" agility, Jim bounds to the stage and begins his show. He performs amazing feats of skill, thrives on audience interaction, and enjoys accepting challenges. He runs, he jumps, he dances and sings! (Actually, Jim doesn't do any singing.)

When attempting the impossible, things can go wrong, and in The Jim Show, they often do; yet Jim displays an intriguing self confidence and "stick-to-it" attitude that keeps audiences glued to every performance. People love to watch Jim accomplish his seemingly unachievable tasks. The show is guaranteed to amaze and amuse.

MARGOT FOX

Saturday, February 28 at 10:30am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults ($7 & $8 For Regent Theatre Card Members)

Clap your hands and wiggle your toes to Margot Fox's family-friendly folk-rock! Her latest cd, "Moose Crossing," gets the whole family dancing and singing. Join Margot and drummer, Pat Tambor, for some groovin', participatory fun. Margot will play songs from "Moose Crossing," "14" and some new yet-to-be recorded tunes. Margot has been entertaining families and children for more than ten years in theatres, libraries, and schools. She began as a singer-songwriter in the Boston folk circuit until her own children inspired her to weave her life and music together. Adults will appreciate the folk/rock influences that make her music a joy for any age.

HANSEL & GRETEL

Poor Hansel and Gretel are having a tough time. Their family is running out of food. They've been stranded in the dark woods by their cruel aunt. Now a strange old woman who lives in a gingerbread house is trying to fatten them up, and her bumbling henchmen Rollo and Stench aren't going to let them run away. These two little children have to face their fears in this beautiful story that proves if you're clever and brave and you never lose hope, you can find your way out of the woods again. Adapted by Jack Neary. http://www.makeshifttheatre.com/about.htm

"One of the best children's musicians in Greater Boston." -Parent And Child Magazine

Delighting audiences with his funny blend of funky folk, rock tunes and stories, Scott Kepnes has been entertaining for children and family audiences throughout New England and beyond for over 20 years. With an abundance of audience participation, upbeat energy and ability to connect with the audience, Scott offers a variety of programs and concerts at libraries, schools and festivals. He also performs at hospitals, special care programs, educational and environmental organizations. Combining his performances with his skill as an early childhood educator, he has earned the praise of many Teachers and Librarians. His upbeat musical style, catchy tunes and lively, friendly persona has earned him fans of all ages. www.scottkepnes.com

The Magic of Bonaparté--Boston's Hottest Magician

Bonaparté's Award-Winning family magic presentations have established him as New England's Premier Children's Performer. He captivates the imagination of each child leading them on a fun-filled journey into his whimsical world of magic.Bonaparté astounds and amazes audiences of all ages with his unique blend of Magic, Comedy, Origami, Balloon Sculpture and much, much, more! http://www.bonapartemagic.com/about.html

Concert at the Regent Theatre on March 28 Celebrates the Release of a New CD,

Billy Jonas is a singer/songwriter, guitarist and industrial re-percussionist whose primary instrument is the audience. Each concert begins with a simple "tuning" of the audience; from there, Billy charts a playful, whimsical course through musical stories of life, love, joy and triumph over "Murphy's Law." His upbeat, engaging presence (both onstage and off) encourages active audience participation, resulting in concerts that are the perfect mix of structure and brilliant spontaneity.

What do you get by pairing traditional instruments (such as guitar and harmonica) with recyclable, foraged, and homemade objects (such as buckets, broom handles, bottles, and key chains)? Billy’s brand of percussion-based music percussion-based music enchants audience of all ages.

For any given performance, Billy determines and shapes the specific nature of this spellbinding, unforgettable, neo-tribal hootenanny with the audience. Billy tailors both his song selection (from his extensive catalog) and its presentation to suit the needs and vibe of the people in the room. So every Billy Jonas concert is a unique experience! He makes fun, straightforward music that is accessible to anyone and everyone, regardless of age or culture—great for facilitating connection and community while fostering inspiration and (most importantly) FUN.

Billy has won acclaim from the Washington Post, Boston Globe, Family Fun, Parenting magazine and a host of music critics. He is often on the road, performing and singing with crowds at festivals, theaters, clubs and schools around North America. His new family music release for spring 2009 is Happy Accidents.

GRAMMY award winner Alison Krauss says, “Billy Jonas’ talent and wit make him and his music irresistible. Whenever I see him perform, my face hurts from smiling.” And Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul & Mary) testifies, “Billy Jonas is one of the most original, moving and simultaneously hilarious performers I've ever seen.”

"Billy Jonas is a multi-layered, percussion-driven, tribal-rhythm, urban-harmony, and folk music maestro."
-- Ear Candy

"He engages the audience with a wild assortment of rhythm and word play.”
--Sing Out!

Join Debbie Cavalier and her band for “Story Songs and Sing Alongs” and get ready for some sing-along, dance-along, and laugh-along family fun in this rockin’ musical journey through classic kids’ tales and original songs! Debbie

Debbie and Friends concerts are fun for the whole family. Parents and kids join in this interactive “variety show” featuring a diverse array of styles including rock, pop, country, reggae, and Broadway-esque tunes. You’ll become the Big Bad Wolf and blow the house down, fix Rosie's wrong rhymes, test your skills with the “Simon Sez Song,” and share a special moment with your loved ones singing "Love Is a Family."

This full-band performance features a cast of top-shelf musicians from Berklee College of Music, including Debbie Cavalier on vocals and keyboard, Rory McKenzie on bass, Bill D’Agostino on drums, Mike Carrera on keyboard, along with crazy character voices, including the “wolf”… and surprise guest performers!

BEN RUDNICK & FRIENDS Ben Rudnick & Friends play the hippest family music around. With countless awards to their credit, including FOUR Parent’s Choice awards, their adventurous, high-energy blend of happy, upbeat acoustic music is guaranteed to entertain the entire family. Bending musical styles from country to bluegrass, rock to second-line New Orleans, their original songs and fun takes on familiar tunes make you sing, make you dance, and make you happy. Join the fun! Visit www.benrudnick.com for more information.

2008 Parents' Choice Award Winner & 2008 National Parenting Publications Award Winner

Alphabet Rockers returns to The Regent Theatre with their Award-Winning kids music, getting everyone on their feet with hip (hop) sounds, DJ-style scratching and jammin’ beats. Their play list will appeal to preschoolers and early elementary school kids with its high-energy sound and educational messages and parents will be surprised and engaged by the cool and unconventional songs. Alphabet Rockers are sure to get audiences groovin’ and movin’ while they are counting, spelling and learning.

The show features Kaitlin McGaw, a Harvard graduate, who is originally from Belmont, Mass., and has been singing professionally in various bands in San Francisco; Maria Minidis, also of Belmont, who studied voice at the Boston Conservatory and theatre at Boston University, and has been performing on stage and television since she was a child; DJ Reazon (Geoff Abramczyk), of Jamaica Plain, Mass., a Berklee College of Music graduate, and newcomer Kyle Myrick, a beatboxer and dancer from Jamaica Plain, Mass.

A 2008 Parents' Choice Award and 2008 National Parenting Publications Award winner, Alphabet Rockers CD has been applauded nationally by parenting publications, teachers and music critics. Alphabet Rockers was produced by School Time Music, founded by former 4 Non Blondes drummer Dawn Richardson and singer Kaitlin McGaw to create contemporary educational children’s music.

Sunday, May 3 at 11am
$8 kids & seniors, $10 Adults ($7 & $8 For Regent Theatre Card Members)

When the enemies of France lurk in the shadows and hide behind friendly faces, it is up to the three brave musketeers to save the day (and the king)! But this time there's a twist, the musketeers are all women! Portia, Athena and Artemis lead the adventure in this swashbuckling, sword fighting tale of daring-do! Adapted by Noah Smith http://www.makeshifttheatre.com/about.htm