Master Players Concert Series
Master Players Concert Series
Master Players Concert Series
Master Players Concert Series ("Master Players") serves as the cultural ambassador for the University of Delaware. Producing Artistic Director Xiang Gao, international artist and University of Delaware Trustees Distinguished Professor of Music, brings a rich and wide array of world-class musicians to the UD campus and to underserved local communities. The series' hallmarks are its high artistic standards, the Delaware debuts of remarkable artists, and its diverse and distinctive programming. Master Players, with the UD Resident Ensemble Players (a professional theatre company), is proud to offer a large variety of public performances in our numerous University venues and throughout the region. Master Players is co-sponsored by our long-term collaborating unit, the UD School of Music.
Big Band Holidays: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Featuring Vocalists Ekep Nkwelle & Robbie Lee
Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 8:00 PM ET | Thompson Theatre
Approximately 110 minutes including intermission | Ages 6+ | In Person Only
For more than 20 years, the Master Players Holiday Pops concert has been a festive highlight of the holiday season in Delaware. The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) will come to spread holiday cheer during its annual Big Band Holidays concert tour. Jazz at Lincoln Center rising star vocalists Ekep Nkwelle and Robbie Lee join the JLCO to bring Yuletide greetings to Master Players audiences during their Delaware debut. Under the music direction of JLCO trombonist, Chris Crenshaw, the evening will feature soulful renditions of holiday classics, playful improvisation, and entertaining storytelling. Enjoyed by audiences of all ages, this uplifting performance will create lasting memories you and your family will treasure for years to come.
A livestream option will be made available through Jazz at Lincoln Center.
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Shanghai Sonatas
December 08, 2023 | Written by Megan M.F. EverhartA UD-born musical explores an obscure World War II story about the unifying, healing, “soul-saving” power of music.
Upcoming Events
All of our concert venues are wheel chair friendly! Gore Recital Hall is easily accessible with a wheelchair, and there is a wheelchair ramp to enter Mitchell Hall on the south side of the building. Please contact Melissa Kitchen at 302.831.3149 for more details.
If you need wheel chair seating, please mention this to ticket office staff when you purchase your ticket.
HANDICAP PARKING is available in the CFA Parking Garage for events in the Roselle Center for the Arts (Gore Recital Hall & Thompson Theatre). For events in Mitchell Hall, the metered spots on Amstel Ave and Kent Way are closest, followed by the Visitors Center Lot. Spaces are limited, so early arrival is recommended. All venues are wheelchair accessible.
For events in the Roselle Center for the Arts (Gore Recital Hall or Thompson Theatre), if you need to let passengers out close to a lobby door, you can do so safely at the South lobby entrance in the parking lot off of Orchard Road. (This is a restricted parking lot. There are a small number of handicapped parking spots, but they require a UD permit, so we encourage patrons to park in the CFA garage.)
GENERAL PUBLIC PARKING is recommended in the CFA Parking Garage between South Main Street (Elkton Road) and Amstel Avenue. For events in Mitchell Hall, the Trabant Parking Garage is also suitable. UD Parking Garages charge $3 per hour or part thereof, with a maximum charge of $7 on weekends. Cash and credit cards are accepted. Metered spaces on South College, Kent Way and Amstel Avenue are also available at $1.25 an hour (paid by quarters or credit card). Alternatively, patrons may opt to use the Passport Parking app. Click here to download the app.
HANDICAP PARKING is available in the CFA Parking Garage for events in the Roselle Center for the Arts (Gore Recital Hall & Thompson Theatre). For events in Mitchell Hall, the metered spots on Amstel Ave and Kent Way are closest, followed by the Visitors Center Lot. Spaces are limited, so early arrival is recommended. All venues are wheelchair accessible.
GPS ADDRESSES:
Delaware Ticket Office: Bob Carpenter Center, 631 S. College Avenue, Newark, DE 19716
Roselle Center for the Arts (Gore Recital Hall* & Thompson Theatre): 110 Orchard Rd., Newark, DE 19716
CFA Parking Garage: 135 Amstel Ave., Newark, DE 19716
Mitchell Hall: 134 The Green, Newark, DE 19716
Trabant Parking Garage: 17 W. Main St., Newark, DE 19716
Visitors Center Lot: 210 S College Ave, Newark, DE 19711
*NOTE: Gore Recital Hall is a venue in the Roselle Center for the Arts. There is another building on campus called Gore Hall. Please do not go to Gore Hall, as no performances are held there.
PARKING GARAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Before the concert:
- Park in a UD parking garage of your choice.
- Before walking away from your car, take note of ALL letters and numbers of your license plate.
- Proceed to one of the Pay to Park Kiosks that can be found in the garage's cashier lobby or by all elevators.
- Enter your plate number at the kiosk, pay for your parking, and you are done - no further action required. Enjoy the performance!
After the concert:
- When you are ready to leave the garage, simply drive away.
Alternatively, technology savvy customers may opt to use the Passport Parking App to pay for their parking when they arrive. Click here to download the app.
Driving Directions to the CFA Parking Garage
From the north:
- Take I-95 South to Delaware Exit 1-B — Route 896 North, which becomes South College Avenue at the intersection of Route 4.
- Continue straight on South College Avenue for approximately two miles.
- Continue going straight through the intersection of South College Avenue and Park Place.
- At the light at the intersection of South College and Kent Way, turn left.
- At the stop sign turn right onto Orchard Road.
- Turn left at the stop sign onto Amstel Avenue.
- Take the next left into the Center for the Arts Parking Garage.
From the south:
- Take I-95 North to Delaware Exit 1 — Route 896 North, which becomes South College Avenue at the intersection of Route 4.
- Continue straight on South College Avenue for approximately two miles.
- Continue going straight through the intersection of South College Avenue and Park Place.
- At the light at the intersection of South College and Kent Way, turn left.
- At the stop sign turn right onto Orchard Road.
- Turn left at the stop sign onto Amstel Avenue.
- Take the next left into the Center for the Arts Parking Garage.
From the west:
- Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike East to Route 283 South.
- Continue on Route 283 South, which becomes Route 30 East outside of Lancaster, to Route 896 South.
- As you approach Newark, follow Route 896 South (New London Road), turning right on Hillside Road and then left on W. Main Street.
- As you reach campus and cross the railroad tracks, veer right as Route 896 becomes Elkton Road.
- At the intersection of Elkton Road and Amstel Avenue, turn right.
- Take the second right into the Center for the Arts Parking Garage entrance.
Directions to Gore Recital Hall at the Roselle Center for the Arts
When walking out of the Center for the Arts Parking Garage, follow the brick pathway to the opposite end of the building (pass North Entrance doors) to the double doors labeled "Roselle Center for the Arts" to your right. Once you have entered through the double doors, past the ticketing booth, Gore Recital Hall will be directly on your right.
Dining
All Downtown Newark restaurants are within 6-minute driving distance of all UD parking lots for Master Players events.
For Restaurants within 5-minute walking distance of Mitchell Hall:
Trabant University Center (food court $)
For Restaurants within 5-minute walking distance of Roselle Center for the Arts:
Claymont Steak Shop (American, casual, fast and simple $$)
Buffalo Wild Wings (American, casual $$)
- Little Teriyaki (Japanese and Chinese $$)
Hotels
For more information, contact masterplayers@udel.edu.
Master Players recommends the following hotels during your visit:
Hotel owners, if you are interested in being listed on our website we are always looking for additional sponsors and support. Please contact us at masterplayers@udel.edu if you would like to gain our audience members and supporters as your customers.
Food, cameras, recorders, pagers, laser pointers, etc. are prohibited inside the concert halls. Please turn off all electronic devices before entering the hall.
We do not guarantee late seating after a performance begins. Late seating may be permitted during appropriate breaks in-between compositions. Please be sure to arrive early so that you are sure to experience every moment of our exciting concerts.
Due to the University of Delaware Fire Code, standees are NOT permitted in our concerts.
Master Players thanks you for your cooperation.
Performance titles, dates, artists and times are subject to change.
Presenting Partnership
With a diverse program offering including music of many genres, musical theatre, and dance, Master Players has built partnerships with many local organizations, bringing world class Master Players events and artists to our presenting partners' members and audience. Master Players welcomes new partnerships with more institutions and corporations to plan their private or public events with performing art, and to work closely with presenters in the region to combine resources and collaborate in programming and artist selection.
Please contact us to plan your future events or future seasons as our partner.
