CLAY CENTER PRESENTS
Each Clay Center Presents performance season promises something for everyone. Live entertainment with such music greats as Tony Bennett, Harry Connick, Jr. and Willie Nelson and the classic bands Foreigner and America create unforgettable concerts. Hilarious comedians like Chelsea Handler and Kathy Griffin guarantee side-splitting laughter while award-winning dance and theater groups such as Streb, Diavolo and Montana Repertory Theatre leave audiences at the edge of their seats. FALL 2010 Clay Center Presents Season
All artists, performance dates and times are subject to change.
SPECIAL EVENT PERFORMANCE
Jason Mraz
Special Guest: Robert Francis
Monday, September 20, 8 pm
Spend an evening with this multi-Grammy winning, multi-platinum, consummate live performer. From his earliest days in the coffee shops of San Diego to his recent sold-out performance at the Hollywood Bowl, Mraz’s live show has been critically acclaimed.
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Season sponsors for this Clay Center special event performance are Roger Nicholson and Bowles Rice McDavid Graff & Love LLP.
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Chick Corea Trio
co-presented with Charleston Jazz Series
Sunday, September 26, 7:30 pm
Don't miss an evening of sensational jazz as this talented ensembled of ground-breaking musicians takes the stage. Corea, a 16-time Grammy award winner and accomplished piano player, has teamed up with bassist Christian McBride and drummer Brian Blade to present a concert that is sure to have audiences moving to the tempo of their upbeat sound.
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SPECIAL EVENT PERFORMANCE
Sheryl Crow
Thursday, September 30, 8 pm
Bolder and more free-spirited than ever, one of today’s hottest singer-songwriters will take the stage to showcase her many hits like “If It Makes You Happy,” “My Favorite Mistake” and “All I Wanna Do” as well as songs from her latest album 100 Miles From Memphis.
Tickets: $65, $85, $95, $125
Single ticket sales for Sheryl Crow go on sale to the general public Monday, Sept. 13 at 10 am.
Clay Center Presents Fall 2010 season ticket holders can buy tickets beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7 at 10 am. Fall 2010 season packages are still available. Call 304-561-3570, or scroll down for details and the online order form.
David Sedaris 
Friday, October 8, 8 pm
Experience the sarcastic wit and insightful social critiques that have made David Sedaris one of the most pre-eminent humorists of his generation. The best-selling author of When You Are Engulfed in Flames and Me Talk Pretty One Day delivers a style of humor that will have you squirming in discomfort while simultaneously doubling over with laughter.
Step Afrika!
Friday, October 29, 8 pm
They will stomp, clap, slap, smack and snap all across the stage. Join the first professional company in the world dedicated to the tradition of stepping. Since 1994, this ensemble has been captivating audiences with their percussive-style of dancing that is quickly becoming an international favorite. It’s a performance that you’ll not only appreciate with your eyes and ears, but will feel to your very core.
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Dionne Warwick 
Friday, December 3, 8 pm
Behold the soulful blend of pop, gospel and R&B music that has made Dionne Warwick an international music sensation. Come and hear the multiple-Grammy winning artist as she delivers such hits as “That’s What Friends Are For,” “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again” and “Walk On By.”
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Past Performances SPECIAL EVENT PERFORMANCE
SPECIAL EVENT PERFORMANCE
Peter Frampton
Thursday, August 5, 8 pm
Come and see why Rolling Stone magazine calls Frampton "one of those quintessential '70s success stories." This legendary rock guitarist will blow you away with such hits as "I'm in You," "I Can't Stand It No More" and "Do You Feel Like We Do?" in an evening of thrilling guitar solos, romantic piano ballads and all-around great music.
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The B-52s & Blondie
Tuesday, August 24, 8 pm
Relive the New Wave era of the ‘70s and ‘80s with two iconic bands in one night! Don’t miss the timeless band Blondie performing its unique style of music with such hits as “Heart of Glass” and “Call Me.” Bursting onto the scene with their own brand of feel-good music, the B-52s showcase their trademark quirky style in such songs as “Rock Lobster” and the ultimate party hit “Love Shack.”