Live Events at the Allen Theatre
and MJ's Coffeehouse

MJ's Coffeehouse is open:

Monday from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Tuesday through Thursday 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM
Friday and Saturday 11:30 AM to Midnight

Sunday 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM

Andy Roberts performs regularly at MJ's Coffeehouse, the first Thursday of each month, October through June. Click here for more info.

Open Mic at the Coffeehouse
Come and share music and the spoken word each Monday evening at 9:00 . No admission charge. Donations are appreciated.

Programs subject to change.  Call theatre for up-to-the-minute program schedule (717) 867-4766 after 3pm.

The Chess Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 PM at the coffeehouse. All chess players are welcome to attend.

The Allen Book Club meets the first Wednesday of every month at 7:30 PM. All are welcome to attend.

Live at the Coffeehouse

FIRST THURSDAYS
EVENINGS OF JAZZ AT MJ'S COFFEEHOUSE

ANDY ROBERTS AND GUESTS ...an evening of jazz, Thursday, April 3rd at  9:00pm.  This is another  "1st Thursday of  the month" venture for MJ's in collaboration with area pianist Andy Roberts.  Roberts plays host along with some of the most talented jazz musicians on the East Coast.  Andy Roberts and Guests has become one of the regions most popular jazz series, and one of the most successful presentations at MJ's Coffeehouse  

Featured artists include:

Vocalist CATHY CHEMI may be best known for her association with big
band leader Harry James in the late 60's early 70's with whom she toured the U.S. and Europe. She is a frequent guest at the Central Pa. Friends of jazz Festival and the Harrisburg Symphony as well as guest appearances on WITF's "My Favorite Things" and "Desert Island Discs" programs.  Chemi spent time in Las Vegas sharing the stage with Red Buttons and Earl "Fatha" Hines. She also recorded demos with Frank Loesser of Guys and Dolls fame and Meridith Wilson (Music Man).  Chemi's discography includes a live album with the Harry James Orchestra recorded at the Hollywood Palladium and the
Royal Festival Hall (London) and a recent reissue with Harry James on CD

Saxophonist/flutist TOM STROHMAN resides in Lebanon Pa.  He may be
best known for his work as CO - leader of the jazz quartet Third Stream. with whom he recorded several albums and played across the east coast.  Strohman has also performed with the likes of Buddy DeFranco, Johnny Coles, Al Martino, Sonny & Cher, and has recorded with rock greats Johnny Winter and Dan Hartman. With a masters degree in Education, Strohman is currently director of the jazz department at Lebanon Valley College and has produced and directed clinics on jazz improvisation and jazz history.


A resident of Hershey, Bassist JIM MILLER, also CO-leader of the jazz
quartet Third Stream, is a Bass instructor at Lebanon Valley College. Miller was voted "Bassist of the year" three consecutive years by T.V. Host magazine. He has performed with many great artists such as Herb Ellis, Slide Hampton, Jimmy Heath, & John Blake to name a few. Miller has also produced and taught clinics on " jazz improvisation" and "Bass Master Classes".

Talented drummer Sam Banks of Harrisburg has wowed audiences for
years with his unique style and  has worked with all the musical jazz greats including the legendary Ella Fitzgerald.  MJ's Coffeehouse is proud to present this most distinguished musician for a sixth consecutive year.  
 
Pianist/composer Andrew Roberts of Mt. Gretna Pa. is a graduate of
Berklee College of Music in Boston Mass.. As a freelance pianist,  Roberts plays frequently around Central Pa., Philadelphia, and Atlantic City. He has backed up such jazz artists Lou Soloff, Tom Harrel, Jim Pugh, and Patti Austin. He toured Japan  with "The Three Degrees" as keyboardist/arranger. He served as  music director/pianist for Muhlenberg College  (Allentown Pa.) and the Allenberry Playhouse (Boiling Springs Pa.) and has been music director/pianist for the Timbers Dinner Theater since 1985. Roberts is
music leader for Soul. Com a contemporary worship service at Good
Shepherd Church (Lebanon). He is also involved with "Music in the Schools"  giving concerts and clinics to area schools.  He has co-lead numerous groups featuring original music and arrangements. Most notably "New World Parade" and more recently the "Four Piece Quartet." Both projects
have released recordings.

MJ's offers a light sandwich and snack menu along with a relaxing atmosphere perfect for live music. Also, the coffeehouse staff invites patrons to bring their favorite wine or champagne to this event, providing of course, that they are 21 years or older.     MJ's is adjacent  to  the Allen Theatre along Rt. 422 (Exit 85A-934 S off Rt. 81)  in Annville, PA.  Admission:
$5  Telephone: (717) 867-4766.

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Live at the Coffeehouse: Friday, April 25th at 9pm  COMEDY IMPROV:
MATT THE MED STUDENT: Fourth year med student at Penn State College of Medicine.  Come see the hilarious comedy of Central PA's brand new improv group Ron Popeil's Traveling Bandwagon. The cast features five
students of Hershey's Penn State College Of Medicine who, through the
miracle of modern science, have decided to combine comedy with
spontaneity to produce this dazzling improvisational tour de force.
As an added bonus, members of Washington's respected DC Improv will
be featured guest performers. Audience participation is encouraged.
Admission Price: Free
Read Our Reviews:
"Ron Popeil's Traveling Bandwagon is the single best thing that ever
happened to improv comedy. This group will knock your socks off" -
Matt Tortora (Editor of Matt Tortora Newsletter and founding member of
Ron Popeil's Traveling Bandwagon)
"Ron Popeil's what? I didn't give permission for any of this! You'll
be hearing from my lawyer." - Ron Popeil, Inadvertent sponsor of Ron
Popeil's Traveling Bandwagon.
"It's Letigitastic!" - Stuart Ort, Member of Ron Popeil's Traveling
Bandwagon

Friday, May 2nd at 8:00pm   Live Comedy Improv presented by Otter
Productions of Baltimore...a regular comedy favorite with MJ's
audiences. Admission: $5.00.

LEBANON VALLEY COLLEGE COFFEEHOUSE SERIES
Professional acoustic guitarists/vocalists
Thursday evening programs begin at 9:30pm.  Everyone welcome. No cover charge.

Thursday, April 24th at 9:30pm Mark Bodino

All performances are free and open to the public.

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 Live Acoustic Musicians

Friday, April 18th at 9:00pm modern folk music presented by Riverflow. Modern Folk Music  Free admission.

Friday, April 25th at 9:00pm  Matt the Med Student...an evening of
stand-up comedy.

Saturday, April 26th at 9pm  Faron Shade: acoustic guitar/vocalist
Free Admission

Friday, May 9th at 9:00pm Known, But Forgotten...A popular group of
seniors at Hershey High returns to MJ's.  Acoustic rock.

Friday, May 16th at 9:00pm  Acoustic vocalist/guitarist Barry Glenn
Davis...alternative country/Americana  No admission fee.

Friday, May 23rd at 9:00pm JASON SHAIN ...a 25 year-old folkrocker
known for his compelling stage presence and ability to connect with
an audience.  He has developed a loyal fan base in New York, New
Jersey, and overseas in England.  Shain has supported tours for The
Clarks, Steve Forbert, Huey Lewis, Joan Osborne and Southside Johnny.
Don't miss this one! Free admission.
www.cdstreet.com/artists/jasonshain

Friday, May 30th at 9:00pm Rich Johnson: Jazz, Jam and Rave Free
admission.

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Live at the Theatre

LVC music students present Live: THE CLASSICS GO TO THE ALLEN.
Saturday, April 5th  Noon to 1:30pm. Free admission

Thank you for your interest in Cathy Chemi in Concert

SOLD OUT October 2002!

Cathy Chemi returns on Sunday, October 19th at
3pm.  Tickets go on sale July 1st 2003.

A most creative gift... the experience of the Allen Theatre and MJ's Coffeehouse at the Allen.  Also, discover our new Allen Theatre and MJ's Coffeehouse gift merchandise.

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