This Korean-American sister act (piano, cello, violin) delivers intriguing original “Classical Pop” compositions with technical prowess and supermodel style.

For fans of: Phillip Glass, Kronos Quartet, Joshua Bell, Yo-Yo Ma

Self-deprecating and authoritative, this globetrotting chef/author and host of the Travel Channel’s “No Reservations” has a cult-like following of impassioned Foodies.

A celebrated concert pianist and psychiatrist, Dr. Kogan will explore links between mental illness and musical genius.

A Grammy Award-winning composer, violinist and fiddler, O’Connor’s original 2001 “Appalachia Waltz” recording was a collaboration with Yo-Yo Ma and Edgar Meyer.

For fans of: Stephane Grappelli, Béla Fleck, Yo-Yo Ma, Edgar Meyer

Canadian/Celtic rock band known for energizing crowds with driving interpretations of Irish, English and French folk songs.

For fans of: Solas, Capercaillie, The Chieftains

Masters and innovators on their respective instruments, these world-renowned musicians will perform a triple concerto for banjo, tabla and double bass.

Grammy-nominated 11-piece Latin Funk orchestra from Austin, TX.

For fans of: Alejandro Escovedo, Calexico, Lila Downs

Known as the fiddle player for Nickel Creek, Sara’s travelling the country on her first solo tour.

For fans of: Nickel Creek, Steve Earle, Neko Case, Bob Dylan, The Decemberists

Exuberant and entertaining troupe of drummers, percussionists and musicians from the People’s Republic of China.

Known for their “dirty ditties,” these quirky Austin, TX musicians clean up their act (relatively speaking) to deliver a set of Southern gospel along with a set of more traditional Spankers tunes. MATURE CONTENT.

For fans of: Bob Dylan, Madeleine Peyroux, Neil Young, Steve Martin

Enjoy one of the longest running one-man shows in history, with over 30 characters brought to life by a master at turning real life into comedy.

Dance icon Bill T. Jones explores the cultural legacy of Abraham Lincoln’s life and death in this new work commissioned by the Ravinia Festival.

This male a cappella group became a YouTube sensation with their “Twelve Days of Christmas” video.

For fans of: Rockapella, Take 6, Swingle Singers

This Grammy Award-winning musical comedy group performs authentic renditions of old Cowboy and Western songs.

For fans of: Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry, Roy Rogers & Dale Evans

One of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time,” Poundstone is also winner of multiple CableACE awards and a frequent guest on NPR’s Wait, Wait...Don’t Tell Me! and A Prairie Home Companion.

Kentucky Center audiences love Natalie MacMaster’s high energy shows, characterized by traditional Cape Breton fiddle tunes and clogging. MacMaster is back with her husband Donnell, a celebrated fiddler in his own right and leader of Canada’s award-winning Leahy family band.

For fans of: Ashley MacIsaac, Leahy, Capercaillie

Back by popular demand, this Grammy Award-winning musical ensemble delights audiences with their charismatic, enthusiastic delivery of Louisiana’s indigenous Zydeco music.

For fans of: Dr. John, Marcia Ball, Taj Mahal

Dedicated to sharing the joy of “faith through music,” this Grammy Award-winning 26-member choir celebrates the inspirational power of African Gospel music.

For fans of: Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Angelique Kidjo, Sweet Honey in the Rock

Ben Sollee and Daniel Martin Moore’s Dear Companion explores their ties to their home state of Kentucky and aims to draw attention to the problem of Mountaintop Removal coal mining (MTR) and its negative impact on the people and heritage of central Appalachia.

Star of two critically acclaimed Comedy Central specials, Regan’s stand-up comedy routines combine sophisticated writing with brash physicality.

A favorite at festivals worldwide, Mexican guitarists Rodrigo Sanchez and Gabriela Quintero bring crowds to their feet playing passionate, inventive acoustic guitar music that combines elements from flamenco, bossa nova and heavy metal.

Characterized by radical innovation and extreme athleticism, this groundbreaking contemporary dance company has thrilled the world with their ground-breaking performance at the 2007 Academy Awards and their outrageous commercials for Toyota and Ford.

Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, this popular touring production -“Ireland’s Unique Music Experience”- comes to Louisville with a bevy of traditional and classically trained Celtic musicians, dancers and vocalists.

For fans of: Riverdance, Celtic Women

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Elmo, Zoe, Rosita and friends answer the question while preparing for a pageant on Sesame Street.

Avant-garde banjo player and composer Jayme Stone recently won back-to-back Juno Awards for Instrumental Album of the Year (2008) and World Music Album of the Year (2009). Yacouba Sissoko is a master kora (21-string harp) player in the Mali Djely griot tradition.

For fans of: Béla Fleck, Bill Frissell, Ry Cooder, Habib Koite, Ali Farka Toure

“One Man to do it all.” 40 characters from three masterworks in 3600 seconds.

Known for its cutting-edge satirical revues, Second City Touring Company alumni include Dan Aykroyd, Gilda Radner, John Candy and Eugene Levy.