Rick Springfield headed to Thrasher-Horne on May 26

ORANGE PARK – For four decades, Rick Springfield has worn many hats as an entertainer and performer. The creator of some of the finest power-pop of the ’80s, a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician who has sold 25 million albums and scored 17 U.S. Top 40 hits, including “Jessie’s Girl,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” “An Affair of the Heart,” “I've Done Everything for You,” “Love Somebody” and “Human Touch.”
He’s an accomplished actor who starred opposite Meryl Streep in the feature film “Ricki and the Flash” and gave a chameleonic performance as the creepy Dr. Irving Pitlor in HBO’s prestige drama “True Detective,” earned great reviews for his portrayal of Lucifer on the CW hit “Supernatural” and most recently played the insane Pastor Charles on FX’s worldwide hit series “American Horror Story.”
It has been a long and fruitful affair, and one that has gifted him with a powerful connection to his legions of devoted fans, who pack his annual fan getaway events, as well as the nearly 100 shows a year he performs both with his band and solo in an intimate “storyteller” setting that he captured on the 2015 CD/DVD and concert film “Stripped Down.” Though too self-deprecating to discuss his immense appeal, he will acknowledge that the fans connect with him through the music. “I guess they think I'm honest,” he says. “They must like my approach, what I write about. I think they like that I have a sense of humor in it at times. Because the ‘cute’ thing isn't going to last forever.”

Cote Deonath’s ELVIS in Concert at Thrasher-Horne on Jan. 5

ORANGE PARK – ELVIS In Concert is an unrivaled multimedia production of The King of Rock n’ Roll’s career, starring internationally acclaimed world champion Elvis Tribute Artist Cote Deonath and backed by The Double Trouble Show Band.
The show takes you back to key points of Presley’s musical career, with multiple costume changes that will have you guessing what is next when the show makes an appearance at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Jan. 5 at 7:30 p.m. For more than 45 years, Elvis has been gone yet his music is timeless and remains. You will experience the 1950s when Elvis burst onto the music scene changing the face of music as we know it, his triumphant return to the stage in 1968 clad in Black Leather, the Glitz and glamour of Vegas in 1970 where Elvis performed more than 800 consecutive sold out shows, finally to the Iconic Aloha from Hawaii Special in the White American Eagle Jumpsuit.
Cote delivers on all levels bringing the most authentic tribute to the stage down to the rings Presley wore on his fingers. Being an Elvis Tribute Artist for more than 20 years Cote has traveled the world paying his tribute to ELVIS, for the past six years placing in the Top 3 in the entire world as recognized by Presley’s Estate and Graceland in The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest! Find out what it was like to watch Elvis at his best on stage, and experience the King again at Elvis’ birthday bash.
Tickets are available at thcenter.org.

Always … Patsy Cline musical headed to Thrasher-Horne

ORANGE PARK – “Always…Patsy Cline” has enjoyed great success all over the United States, including a successful run off-Broadway. It has been one of the most produced musicals in America according to American Theatre Magazine. “Always…Patsy Cline” has also been enjoyed internationally by audiences in Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.
The group will perform at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Jan. 8.
“Always…Patsy Cline” is more than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in 1963. The show is based on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended the star in a Texas honky-tonk in l961 and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death.
The musical play, complete with down-home country humor, true emotion and even some audience participation, includes many of Patsy’s unforgettable hits such as “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Sweet Dreams” and “Walking After Midnight” – 27 songs in all. The show’s title was inspired by Cline’s letters to Seger, which were consistently signed “Love ALWAYS… Patsy Cline.”
Tickets start at $29 and can be found at thcenter.org or by calling (904) 276-6815.

Fleetwood Mac tribute band, Rumours, to perform in January

ORANGE PARK – Rumours, lead singer Mekenzie Jackson, in the part of Stevie Nicks was bewitched by the music of Fleetwood Mac at a young age and as it turns out she can duplicate the iconic singer’s voice so well that she and Rumours effortlessly transport audiences to the height of Fleetwood Mac’s amazing success. The sensational voices of Rumours accomplished musicians recreate the signature harmonies; and along with their expert instrumentation, stage moves and wardrobe, replicate those magical moments in music history that Fleetwood Mac fans cherish and can relive when they play at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Jan. 19, at 7:30 p.m.
The passion for the music of Fleetwood Mac is what makes Rumours a success. The band’s members have been influenced by and admirers of Fleetwood Mac for many years and strive to not only recreate their unmistakable, enchanting sound but to give it the honor it so rightly deserves. Fans attending Rumours concerts can feel the love.
Rumours are composed of band members Mekenzie Jackson (lead vocals), Denny Hanson (lead and backing vocals, guitar and percussion), Alex Thrift (lead guitar), Adrienne Cottrell (keyboards, lead and backing vocals), Nick Whitson (bass) and Daniel Morrison (drums).
Tickets, which start at $29, can be found at thcenter.org or by calling (904) 276-6815.

Thrasher-Horne books Irish dance production WINGS

ORANGE PARK – WINGS is a new Irish dance production created in Ireland by a critically acclaimed artistic team. Like no other genre, WINGS features exquisite Irish and World champion dancers together with Ireland's finest musical and vocal virtuosos. The group will perform at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Jan. 31.
Complete with original music and choreography, this ground-breaking production, infused with world dance and musical influences, will thrill audiences with its transformative emotional energy and imaginative design.
A vivid and illuminating production portraying rich Irish heritage themes, in spectacular dance and musical performances by this superb cast.
Witness the dexterity and skill of these world champion tantalizing Irish dancers in this awesome captivating spectacle as they defy gravity.
Tickets are available at thcenter.org or by calling (904) 276-6815.

Blue Man Group coming to Thrasher-Horne on Feb. 4

ORANGE PARK – More than 50 million people around the world have experienced the smash hit phenomenon that is Blue Man Group and now it’s your turn to see the popular group on Feb. 4 at the Thrasher-Horne Center on the St. Johns River State College Campus, 283 College Dr. in Orange Park.
The show will be part of a limited engagement on their new North American tour.
It’s everything you know and love about Blue Man Group – signature drumming, colorful moments of creativity and quirky comedy – the men are still blue but the rest is all new. Featuring pulsing, original music, custom-made instruments, surprise audience interaction and hilarious absurdity, join the Blue Men in a joyful experience that unites audiences of all ages.
Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon, known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters and multiple creative explorations. Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy and non-verbal communication. Since debuting at New York’s Astor Place Theatre in 1991, the live show has expanded to additional domestic residencies in Boston, Chicago and Las Vegas, with an international residency in Berlin, and multiple North American and World tours, reaching more than 35 million people worldwide.
Blue Man Group is universally appealing to a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds. A part of the pop culture zeitgeist, Blue Man Group has appeared countless times on hit shows including Dancing with the Stars, The Tonight Show, Arrested Development, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Schlag den Raab (Germany), WOWOW (Japan) and Caldeirão do Huck (Brazil). Additionally, Blue Man Group has served as the face of branding campaigns for Intel and TIM/Brasil. Continuously identifying and developing new ways to impact the entertainment industry, Blue Man Group has contributed to various film and TV scores, and released multiple albums including the Grammy-Nominated Audio. The rock concert parody, “Megastar World Tour” played arenas across the globe. The book, Blue Man World, is a visually stunning anthropological exploration of the curious bald and blue character.
Tickets, which start at $39, are available at thcenter.org.

Vicki Lawrence brings her ‘Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show’ to THC

ORANGE PARK – Emmy Award-winning comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the most beloved television personalities of her generation. Plucked out of total obscurity as a high school senior, Vicki went on to become part of the now-legendary cast of the “Carol Burnett Show.” “I went to the Harvard School of Comedy in front of America,” Lawrence said of her Burnett Show training.
Lawrence will bring her comedy, music and observation of real life to the Thrasher-Horne Center on Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. Tickets, which are available at thcenter.org, start at $29 for “Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show.”
In the seventh season, and hundreds of hilarious sketches later, at the ripe, old age of 24, Vicki created her most endearing character to date, Thelma Harper, or “Mama” as she is better known to her fans. After the Burnett Show, Vicki went on to star in “Mama’s Family,” which consistently topped the ratings for its entire six-year run of original shows. “Mama” has attained almost a cult status among her legions of loyal television viewers, who still enjoy her in reruns twice daily throughout most of the country and the world.
No stranger to television, Vicki perfected her hosting skills on her daytime talk show, "Vicki!," from 1992 to 1994. She received critical acclaim when she was the only talk show host since Oprah was nominated for a Daytime Emmy in her freshman year. Through the years Lawrence has made appearances on other television programs, such as Laverne & Shirley, Major Dad, Roseanne, Hannah Montana (Hannah’s Grandma Stewart), and Yes, Dear. Lawrence has also appeared with Burnett, Korman, and Tim Conway in the Burnett show retrospectives.
“My show is not a retrospective,” she explains. “The show is a mixture of stand-up comedy, music and my observations about real life.”

Ted Vigil brings his tribute to John Denver to Thrasher-Horne

ORANGE PARK – Ted Vigil is a singer, songwriter and tribute artist. He was born in Seattle and raised in the Olympia area. He has been performing from the age of 10 throughout the school in concert, symphonic and jazz bands developing his talents as a drummer and singer.
Vigil will perform his tribute to the legendary John Denver on Feb. 10, at the Thrasher-Horne Center. The show will start at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are available at thcenter.org.
In 2006 Ted Vigil went on to Laughlin, Nevada, to win the Talent Quest 2006 involving 28 states, New Zealand, Australia and Canada. He then went on to win KOMO TV 4’s NW Afternoon Celebrity Look Alike contest in Seattle. Ted now performs nationwide for all kinds of venues and events. He has wowed the crowd by selling out theatres in Pennsylvania and Kansas and has played twice now for John Denver’s own “Windstar Foundation” in Aspen, Colorado.

Michael Feinstein to salute Judy Garland’s 100th birthday at Thrasher-Horne

ORANGE PARK – Legendary performer Michael Feinstein salutes and celebrates the great Judy Garland on her 100th birthday on Feb. 11 at the Thrasher-Horne Center.
Executive-produced by Liza Minelli, audiences are invited to join a nostalgic and spectacular musical journey of Garland’s illustrious career. Filled with special surprise moments, Feinstein and audiences will come together in celebrating Garland’s unparalleled talent and charisma. No one could break or lift your heart like Judy Garland.
Feinstein will lead you on a historical journey through Garland’s amazing life, telling stories that he has learned from Liza Minnelli and other close friends. Audiences will be treated to recently discovered, previously unheard musical arrangements, as well as gain rare insight into the enduring Garland mystique.
Tickets, which start at $49, are available at thcenter.org or by calling (904) 276-6815.

Clay Bridal Spectacular Expo at Thrasher-Horne on Feb. 26

ORANGE PARK – Brides-to-be can get answers to most of their questions ahead of a wedding at the Clay Bridal Spectacular Epxo at the Thrasher-Horne Center on Feb. 26.
The annual event not only attracts hundreds of guests, but it features a large selection of local wedding professionals who specialize in areas like dresses, music, food, photography and décor.
The expo runs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets, which are available at thcenter.org are $5 in advance or $10 at the door.
Local businesses include Thrasher-Horne Center, Jewelry by Mr. G, The Buzz Mobile Bartending, Holiday Inn and Suites Fleming Island, Hampton Inn and Suites Middleburg. Karen's Catering LLC, Florida Wedding Supplies, Kingsley Chiropractic, Esther Atkins - Mary Kay
Complete Weddings and Events, Music by Vince, SouthState Bank, Towers Family Farms LLC, Professional Concessions, Inc., BC Entertainment, Orange Park Woman's Club and more.

Olivier Award nominee Dragons and Mythical Beasts coming to Thrasher-Horne

ORANGE PARK – Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical new show for all the family.
Dragons and Mythical Beasts will be at the Thrasher-Horne Center on March 10. The show starts at 7 p.m. and tickets (thcenter.org) start at $19.
Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ever to walk the earth. Discover the colossal Stone Troll, the mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku; the Tooth Fairy (not as sweet as you'd think), an adorable Unicorn and a majestic Griffin. Take your place among legendary heroes, just don't wake the Dragon.
This Olivier Award-nominated show comes to the USA direct from the West End, from the creators of the international smash hit Dinosaur World Live, who bring spectacular puppets to life.

Thrasher-Horne to host Chicago tribute band, Brass Transit

ORANGE PARK – Brass Transit was formed in 2008 and brought together eight of the most talented and accomplished award-winning musicians. Their sole purpose was to pay tribute to one of the world’s greatest and most successful pop/rock groups of all time, Chicago.
Since then, the group has toured North America dazzling audiences with their flawless performances and spectacular attention to every detail of the Chicago songbook. The band will make a stop at the Trasher-Horne Center on March 23.
Hits like: “Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” “If You Leave Me Now” and “You’re the Inspiration” have left crowds in awe and on their feet more than once during a show, evoking comments like “spine-tingling,” “brought me back to my youth” and “perfect in every detail.”
Brass Transit goes far beyond just imitating the songs, they embody the music. They recently produced their first CD taking top hits from the 70s and recording them with horns in the CHICAGO style. A result is a fresh approach to some of the greatest hits of that era. They have also just recently scored their show for full Symphony with luscious orchestral arrangements that are truly spellbinding. Brass Transit will bring you back to the most memorable times of your life.
Tickets are available at THcenter.org or at (904) 276-6815. Prices range from $59 to $29.

Beatles cover band ‘1964’ coming to Thrasher-Horne on April 13

ORANGE PARK – The band "1964" focuses on the quintessential moment in history when The Beatles played before a live audience. The Beatles toured the world in the early 1960s, but now only a precious few remain who saw them live, who felt the "mania" that brought them to world acclaim.
Today, all that remains are a few scant memories and some captured images in pictures and on poor-quality film and video.
The cover band hopes to rekindle those magical moments with a one-night show on April 13 at the Trasher-Horne Center. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.
"1964" meticulously re-creates the live Beatles' performances with artful precision and unerring accuracy. For those that have never seen The Beatles live and always wanted to know what it must have been like ... this is as close as anyone could get to feeling the magic.
For more than 30 years, "1964" has thrilled audiences with what is considered to be the most authentic and endearing tribute to The Beatles. This has been accomplished by a steady and consistent cast of talented professional musicians, who painstakingly recreate the look, feel and note-for-note sound of an actual LIVE Beatles performance. “1964” recreates the early ‘60s live Beatles concert with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles, and onstage banter with an accuracy that is unmatched. “1964” is Mark Benson as John Lennon Mac Ruffing as Paul McCartney Tom Work as George Harrison Bobby Potter as Ringo Starr.
For tickets, which start at $29, visit thcenter.org.

Sara Evans to play at Thrasher-Horne on May 4

ORANGE PARK – Multi-platinum entertainer Sara Evans is at the top of her game. As the fifth most-played female artist on country radio in nearly the last two decades — her five No. 1 singles include “No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket, “A Real Fine Place To Start,” “Born to Fly” and “A Little Bit Stronger,” which spent two weeks in the top spot and was certified platinum by the R.I.A.A.
Evans will feature most of her hits when she plays at the Thrasher-Horne Center on May 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Evans’ “stunning, country voice” has earned her the prestigious Academy of Country Music Top Female vocalist accolade as well as numerous American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, Country Music Association, CMT and Grammy Awards nominations. In addition, the CMA awarded Video of the Year honors for her hit chart-topping single, "Born to Fly" from her landmark double-platinum album of the same name.
Evans’ discography also includes the platinum-selling studio albums Real Fine Place and Restless as well as the gold-certified projects Stronger and No Place That Far. Sara has continued to forge her bold, creative path with Copy That, which opened at No. 1 on the iTunes Country chart, and released on her own Born To Fly Records on May 15, 2020. The 13-song collection, spanning six decades, showcased Evans’ distinctive creative stamp on some of the most iconic songs in country and pop music, songs that have inspired her life and career, as well as shining a spotlight on some little-known gems.
Tickets, which start at $39, are available at thcenter.org.