PPD Presents

The 19th Annual Christmas Ship Concert with Lee Murdock and
The Blue Water Band

Saturday, November 27 • 8:00 pm

At the turn of the century in Chicago, Christmas trees came by way of the “Rouse Simmons”, a three-mastered schooner, which would dock at the Clark Street Bridge. Chicagoans made it an annual tradition to purchase their Christmas trees fresh at the dock, for about 75 cents. Although the “Rouse Simmons” was lost in a fierce Lake Michigan storm in 1913, the Captain’s wife continued this Chicago tradition for 22 years thereafter. Folk singer and songwriter Lee Murdock recreates this tradition with this delightful holiday performance, which will include storytelling and music of the Great Lakes regions.

Tickets $20 adults; $15 children and seniors

Ballet Folklorico Mexico

Sunday, January 30 • 2:00 pm

Spectacular dances and brilliant, breathtaking costumes highlight this professional touring dance company. Dynamic dances, lavish colorful costumes adorned with beads, suede, headdresses of pheasant tails (some of which are over 6 feet long!) highlight the enactment of ancient rituals.

Fascinating folklore from regions of Vera Cruz to Tamaulipas, including traditions of the Aztecs are exhibited and explained through exciting dances and thunderous music.

Tickets $15 adults; $13 children and seniors