Two Can't-Miss Shows Coming to Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow PAC concludes the first half of Spotlight Series with Beatles Tribute, David Phelps.

RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles takes the stage Nov. 22.

Bringing the world to Broken Arrow has been the mission of the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center since its opening five years ago. And to celebrate five years of world-class entertainment, the 2013-14 Spotlight Series keeps bringing unique shows to the stage, guaranteeing a season full of surprises.

    The Spotlight Series, ­presented by AVB Bank, is also sponsored by the Broken Arrow Convention and Visitors Bureau, First National Bank of Broken Arrow, SJS Hospitality, TTCU The Credit Union, Cox Communications and St. Johns Broken Arrow.

    The first half of the ­season sees two phenomenal shows the whole family can enjoy. On Nov. 22, RAIN: A Tribute To The Beatles takes the stage with four amazing performers who mimic the Fab Four from their early years to the final Apple Rooftop performance. David Phelps returns to the BAPAC for a record fourth time on Dec. 15 for a Christmas show like no other.

    “It’s been some of the most rewarding years of my life, and I know the people of Broken Arrow and abroad will see this season as a ­hallmark of pure talent and excitement,” said Mark Frie, BAPAC executive director. “Every year, we do our best to bring a wide array of ­entertainment to our stage, hoping to present a little something for everyone.”

Don’t miss the incredible three-octave range of David Phelps on Dec. 15.

    As “the next best thing to seeing The Beatles!” (Associated Press), RAIN performs the full range of The Beatles' discography live onstage, including the most complex and challenging songs that The Beatles ­themselves recorded in the studio but never performed for an audience. In addition, new songs are being included with the launch of the 2013 Tour. Together longer than The Beatles, RAIN has ­mastered every song, gesture and nuance of the legendary foursome, delivering a totally live, note-for-note ­performance that’s as ­infectious as it is ­transporting. From the early hits to ­later classics (I Want To Hold Your Hand, Hard Day’s Night, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Let It Be, Come Together, Hey Jude and more), this adoring tribute will take you back to a time when all you needed was love and a little help from your friends!

    For more than a decade, David Phelps has honed that ability to identify and deliver great songs, and it has earned him a reputation as one of the Christian industry’s most versatile voices. A graduate of Baylor University with a degree in vocal performance, Phelps gained acclaim during his eight years with the Gaither Vocal Band, before leaving to resume his solo career with a deal on Word Records. Noted as a lyric tenor for his ability to sing in a high tessitura for sustained periods, Phelps has ­consistently garnered rave reviews for his three-octave range. Beyond his obvious technical skill, what sets Phelps apart is the heart and emotional weight he brings to each performance. More than just a great singer, he has the ability to really connect with a lyric and convey every nuance of feeling in a great song. Nicknamed “The Voice” for his otherworldly tenor-range pipes, David will take you through his endless string of hit songs as well as holiday favorites, past and present.

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Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center

www.brokenarrowpac.com