Tropixplosion to play in 'the Listening Room'

Tired of the
cold, snow, and dreary weather? Escape the elements by attending a performance
by Tropixplosion, a Caribbean show band, in ‘the Listening Room’ at the Lakeside
Legacy Arts Park in Crystal Lake, IL. On January 11th, 2014 Tropixplosion is
scheduled to have two performances at 2:00pm and 8:00pm. The first performance
is an educational and interactive experience for children and the other is a
Jimmy Buffet inspired performance for adults later in the evening, complete
with island margaritas. The price of admission for the children’s educational
show is $10.00 while the later will be $15.00. For the 2pm Children’s show we
are encouraging ticket holders to bring their beach blankets! Tickets are on
sale now so don’t wait to make your purchase! Contact the box office at
815-455-8000 or visit www.LakesideLegacy.org.

Tropixplosion
is a Caribbean show band that features steel drums, incredible percussion,
great vocals, Blue Man-style performance pieces, and more high-energy fun. In
essence, this band is the ultimate Island party. But much more than the
standard steel drum band, they play an amazing variety of music as well, such
as reggae classics and pop/rock party songs re-arranged to feel like the
Islands. New hits, classic rockers, and many other surprises are all performed
with an exotic twist! Siobhan Cottone, Lakeside’s Executive Director stated,
“We offer a large range of music genres at ‘the Listening Room’. This show not
only has an evening adult draw, but also has a great daytime experience for
local families.” She also said, “Our 2013 concerts were met with great
attendance and reviews, and we are excited to expand our 2014 offerings to
include new music styles and all ages programing.”

The
educational and interactive performance provides the history of the steel drum,
trumpet, congas, and more as well as a brief discussion of the
repurposed/recycled instruments on stage. In addition, different styles of
music are demonstrated - styles that will be performed range from calypso to
reggae to rock and more. Take the basic musical terms, history, and geography
and mix it together with a sizzling, interactive performance and you have
Tropixplosion!

Tropixplosion’s Educational
Experience and Night Performance is scheduled to begin at 2:00pm and 8:00pm on
January 11th. Tickets are $10.00 for the earlier show and $15.00 for the later.
You can make your purchases by visiting www.lakesidelegacy.org or by contacting
the Box Office and asking for Roger (815)-455-8000. If online sales have not
sold out, tickets can also be purchased at the door for an extra $5.00.
Lakeside encourages people to purchase tickets in advance. If you purchase
tickets at the door on 1/11, however, please arrive early. A cash bar will also
be available during the Night Performance. For more information or to purchase
tickets, please visit Lakeside Legacy on the web. ‘the Listening Room’ is
located within Lakeside Legacy Arts Park, 401 Country Club Road, Crystal Lake,
IL. Lakeside Legacy is a 501(c)3 charitable organization and is also home to
the Historic Dole Mansion.