Buddy Guy, 'South Pacific' coming to Phillips this month

April 3, 2012

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida Performing Arts hosts six performances in April, which include a world-renowned orchestra, a blues icon and a classic Broadway musical.

Five-time Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Buddy Guy returns to the Phillips Center at 7:30 p.m. April 21. One of the music industry’s most accomplished guitarists, Guy earned the Billboard Magazine Century Award and was presented with a Presidential National Medal of Arts.

A new production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “South Pacific” will be presented at 7:30 p.m. April 23. Based on the 2008 Tony Award-winning Lincoln Center Theater production, “South Pacific” tells the story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of World War II and their own prejudices.

Renowned for its for inspired programming, vitality and vibrant spirit, the Australian Chamber Orchestra is joined by four-time Grammy-winning soprano Dawn Upshaw for a special performance at 7:30 p.m. April 20.

The Squitieri Studio Theatre, located inside the Phillips Center, will host two performances in April – the chamber ensemble Trio Cavatina (2 p.m. April 15) and the country/rock trio Buffalo Rome (7:30 p.m. April 20).

UFPA will also host a free performance at the Phillips Center at 7:30 p.m. April 13 – Fort Benning Army Band. Tickets may be requested (limit four per request) by visiting the Phillips Center Box Office or sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: University of Florida Performing Arts, P.O. Box 112750, Gainesville, FL 32611-2750.

Ticket prices range from $30-60 for reserved seating, depending on the show (Fort Benning Army Band is free).

UF student tickets are currently on sale and available, ranging from $12-20.

For more information on performances or ticket prices call 352-392-2787 or visit www.performingarts.ufl.edu.