David Nachmanoff Concert At DMTC, September 9th

Left: David Nachmanoff (photo by Robert Corwin)


Since DMTC now has its own rehearsal and performing space, we now have the responsibility for paying for that space's expenses, even for those times when DMTC has no shows ready for the public. Thus, we've been experimenting with different uses of the space during our dark times - children's theater projects like the 'Three Little Pigs,' hosting outside theater projects by 'Artistic Differences' and 'Flying Monkeys,' dances such as DMTC's 'Dancing Through The Decades,' and whatever else might benefit the community.

One of the most promising uses of the theater is to book travelling musicians for their concerts. Since their rehearsal needs are light, impact to the facility is minimal. Nevertheless, large, diverse audiences will be drawn to DMTC's Hoblit Performing Arts Center, heightening our community profile. Ben Wormeli has taken the initiative on booking these concerts and making the arrangements through SonicBids.

The first of these concerts will be on September 9th, featuring well-known Davis musician David Nachmanoff:

Davis Musical Theatre Company (DMTC) is pleased to announce the start of a brand new entertainment program for all to enjoy: Keep the Music Playing in Your Community - Concerts to Benefit DMTC. In addition to six Main Stage productions and four Young Performers Theater productions per year, DMTC will now also present benefit concerts showcasing local, regional, and touring artists.

DMTC couldn’t be happier that “An Evening with Dave Nachmanoff” will kick off this concert series on Saturday, September 9, 2006, 8:00 pm at DMTC’s Hoblit Performing Arts Center, 607 Pena Drive in Davis. Dave is a critically-acclaimed, phenomenal singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and recording artist. He has won multiple awards from national songwriting competitions and music associations including the Just Plain Folks Music Awards for his magnificent songs and albums. He studied music and philosophy at Columbia and Oxford universities, and earned a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of California. His beautiful melodies, amazing musicianship, thoughtful lyrics, and down-to-earth charm make Dave a truly wonderful performer that appeals to all ages. He tours nationally and internationally on his own and frequently with Al Stewart. In addition to his gift of music, Dave enriches his community and other communities with songwriting workshops in schools and nursing homes. Dave also happens to be a treasured member of the Davis community. For more information about Dave Nachmanoff, go to http://www.davenach.com/.

DMTC’s goals in presenting these concerts are:
· To raise funds to support DMTC Main Stage Productions, Young Performers Theater, and the new Hoblit Performing Arts Center to keep the performing arts and arts education alive and well in Davis and accessible to everyone. DMTC is a non-profit 501(c)3, all volunteer community theater company with a 21-year history of excellence in artistic achievement, community service, and youth education.
· To support talented local, regional, and touring artists, raising public awareness of their great work and keeping their music playing too.
· To enrich the community by providing affordable, outstanding musical entertainment in a family-friendly environment.

All benefit concerts will be presented at DMTC’s brand new 240-seat theater, the Hoblit Performing Arts Center, at 607 Pena Drive in Davis, CA. The artists chosen to perform will vary in terms of musical genre, but all will be fantastic. Check the DMTC website for additional concerts as they are booked (http://www.dmtc.org/). The DMTC website also includes a link to SonicBids.com for artists interested in applying to perform a concert. SonicBids.com allows interested artists to submit electronic press kits for DMTC review.

Standard ticket prices will be $20 general and $15 for students and seniors for most concerts, but ticket prices may vary depending on the artist’s fees required. Special value-priced 3-concert series ticket packages will be offered whenever possible.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please go to http://www.dmtc.org/ and click on Benefit Concerts or call DMTC at (530) 756-3682.