Bucks County Community College proudly presents Bucks Live!, a series of innovative programs that entertain, inspire, and enrich Bucks County’s cultural landscape. Take in world-class live music, dance, and theatrical performances close to home and at an affordable price.
The Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society series returns at 3 pm Saturday, March 7, with Laura Snowden, a British-French guitarist and composer known for her intense and poised performances. Snowden’s eclectic musical output has ranged from playing guitar solos on Lorne Balfe's soundtrack for the Marvel film ”Black Widow,” to performing Lisa Streich’s guitar concerto with the BBC Symphony Orchestra. To learn more, visit laurasnowden.co.uk.
Next, John Smitherman brings you a “A Tribute to the Tenors” at 7:30 pm Friday, March 13. One of the original “Three American Tenors,” Smitherman pays homage to over a dozen different crooners, featuring songs made famous by artists such as Andrea Bocelli, Josh Groban, Tom Jones, Mario Lanza, Andy Williams, Luciano Pavarotti, and more.
Finally, the 10th Annual Bucks Blues Explosion featuring Nikki Hill takes the stage at 7:30 pm Friday, April 3. Rolling Stone Magazine wrote, “Think Tina Turner fronting AC/DC and you’ll have half of the picture…Nikki Hill is a revelation, her band masters of rocket-fueled bluesy swing, her voice the beacon which calls you home…” In partnership with the Bucks Blues Society, the show opens with Mike Guldin and Rollin’ & Tumblin.
All performances take place in the Zlock Performing Arts Center on the Newtown Campus at 275 Swamp Rd. in Newtown, where there is ample free parking. Come early for refreshments at the Zlock Lobby Bar. Learn more and purchase tickets at bucks.edu/tickets.
