"Ishtar" is a highlight on the diverse program illustrating the troupe's versatility and Albano's choreographic range in the various dance idioms. The magnificent set is two backdrops designed by Broadway's Leo Meyer, depicting the Gateway of Ishtar through which the Babylonian Goddess enters the underworld.

Another world premier on the program is "Americana." A work in progress, Albano declares, "This piece is evolving into a full length story ballet traversing American happenings, stylistics and attitudes." "Americana" opens with a tribute: two movements to the music of the late Connecticut composer Charles Ives, including his variations on "America (My Country 'Tis of Thee)." Turmoil, war, and sorrow comprise another act with two movements created to American traditional music.

From the Albano Ballet Company's repertoire is the delightful romantic, "Strauss Waltz." The ballroom ballet is presently touring Italy and Germany.

Bursting on stage in vibrant colors is Gershwin's musical theater showpiece "An American in Paris," with sets by Lester Polakov, the late legendary Broadway designer of "Call Me Mister." The impressionistic Jazz score is backed with a Dufy-like backdrop collage.

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Britain’s greatest female singing export is still vibrant after many years of recording and performing. Petula Clark enchants the audience with a show that draws from her huge catalogue of hit singles and her extensive work in theater. The list of her Top 10 hits includes "Colour My World," "A Sign of the Times," "My Love," "This Is My Song," "Don’t Sleep In The Subway," and especially "Downtown," a #1 Grammy-winning hit from 1964 that has been constantly revived and quoted.

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From their first LP in 1973, to their powerful stage presence today, the Marshall Tucker Band has played countless concert venues around the world. The good ol' boys from Spartanburg, South Carolina remain a powerful force in the world of music.

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Dezyne has been performing for over twelve years throughout the New England area. The band is well known for their vast musical repertoire, powerful vocals, high energy choreography, wardrobe changes, and instrumental expertise. Dezyne showcases the unique talents and chemistry of eight gifted musicians in a review of classic popular music spanning the last sixty years.

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Hailing from Connecticut, New England's hottest Country band, STONE CANYON, has become one of the most sought-after acts in the region. Continued performances at the New England area's top country nightclubs, corporate functions, weddings and regional fairs affirms the bands excellent reputation as a professional, entertaining, high-caliber Country dance band. Known for their exceptional vocals and muscianship as well as their humor, the band's muscians include Connecticut Country Music Hall of Fame member Terry Sutton, pedal steel and fiddle; Bruce Badner, bass and vocals; John Kanyon, lead guitar and vocals; and Norm Lachance, drums and vocals.

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* Come early. Seating is limited. Must be 21 or older. Times and performers are subject to change.

Two IFL stars, Roy Nelson (Las Vegas, Nevada) and Ryan Schultz (North Platte, Nebraska) will make their second respective title defenses and another, Ryan McGivern (Bettendorf, Iowa) will make his first when the International Fight League returns to Mohegan Sun Arena, with a minimum of nine bouts scheduled.