Richard Thompson 2012
One of the World's Most Critically
Acclaimed Songwriters
Named by Rolling Stone Magazine as one of the Top 20 Guitarists of All Time. Richard Thompson is also one of the world's most critically acclaimed songwriters. Robert Plant, REM, Elvis Costello, Los Lobos, David Byrne, Del McCoury, Bonnie Raitt and many others have recorded his work. His genre-defying mastery of both acoustic and electric guitar, along with his dizzying energy and onstage wit continue to earn Richard Thompson a place as one of the most distinctive and iconoclastic virtuosos in rock history. Not to be missed!
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Richard Thompson is presented by Whistling Swan Productions.
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Runs approximately 110 minutes without intermission.
BABIES - All ages must have a ticket to enter.
CHILDREN - Recommended for ages 9 and older.
Whistling Swan Productions strives to provide a listening environment where patrons and artists can focus on the music without distraction. Because of the quiet acoustic nature of most of our shows, all children in attendance should be able to sit without supervision in a way that does not distract or disturb other listeners for sets that normally last at least an hour, and may stretch to two full hours. In our four decades of producing shows, attending shows with our own children, and supervising students as educators, we have found that children under the age of nine (9) seldom have the interest and focus to sit through acoustic shows of this length without causing stress on parents, musicians, and other listeners. Therefore, while there are rare exceptions, we strongly advise parents to not bring children under the age of nine to Whistling Swan shows unless they are specifically labeled as for children or families.
An ASL Interpreted performance of this event is offered on Saturday, October 13 at 7:30 pm. Please contact Julie Millington by Friday, September 21 to confirm this service.
This event is part of Whistling Swan Productions's season package. Order your own subscription here or call CenterTix at 263-ARTS (2787).
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Alaska Center for the Performing Arts
621 6th Avenue - Anchorage



Seats designated for use by persons with a mobility disability are located on all levels of the theatre. When needed, these seats can be removed to accommodate a wheelchair. Select seats labeled "W" to purchase these seats.
Courtesy wheelchairs may be borrowed while on site courtesy of the Carolyn Ramey Memorial Fund for access to the seats.
Assistive Listening Devices - An infrared (IR Sennheiser) system is available for use in all three theatres. Headsets are available at the House Manager's podium in the lobby prior to and during performances. There is no charge for this service, however a deposit or ID is required.
An ASL Interpreted performance of this event is offered on Saturday, October 13 at 7:30 pm. Please contact Julie Millington by Friday, September 21 to confirm this service.
Braille or Large Print programs are available if requested at least three (3) weeks prior to the event.
TTY or Text Telephone is available to assist with patrons who are deaf; call the Center's TTY line at 907-263-2903.
For more information about Disability Services, please click here or contact Julie Millington at jmillington@alaskapac.org, or call 907-263-2902 (907-263-2903 TDD).

