Join the Story of New Mexico on a fun field trip to the
Spencer Theater to see a concert by Marvin Hamlisch. This trip includes a stay at the famous Inn of the Mountain Gods. Both destinations are in the beautiful Ruidoso Valley area. This could be a special occasion for Mother’s Day.
Enroll online here or use course
# 00380 RST to register other ways
Departs: Friday, May 9, 8 am
Returns: Saturday, May 10, 9 pm
Marvin Hamlisch’s life in music is notable for its great versatility, as well as substance. As a composer, Mr. Hamlisch has won virtually every major entertainment award that exists including three Oscars, four Grammys, four Emmys, a Tony and three Golden Globe awards — not to mention a Pulitzer! His Spencer Theater concert will include many of his own hits and favorite piano compositions.
He has composed scores for such Hollywood blockbusters as The Sting, The Way We Were, The Spy Who Loved Me, Ordinary People, and Sophie’s Choice. Mr. Hamlisch’s breakthrough hit was his arrangement and performance of Scott Joplin’s The Entertainer for The Sting. His score for The Way We Were won 2 Grammy Awards. He co-wrote Nobody Does it Better for the 1977 Bond film, The Spy Who Loved Me, as well as extensive work on Broadway, earning his Tony Award and Pulitzer.
The Spencer Theater features a crystal lobby and the spectacular glass artwork of Dale Chihuly. Limited enrollment. Fee includes lodging at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, tickets to performance and van travel.
