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March 4, 2011 03:02 am PST

UW Green Bay's hyper-nerdy concert returns

The University of Wisconsin at Green Bay's geeky concert series is back. The Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band plays music inspired by Godzilla, anime, MMORPGs, and sf/f. They're kind enough to credit me with inspiring the series, but really, all credit is due to Director of Bands Kevin Collins. "This concert really feels great, because the people we play for are so incredibly grateful. Hearing this music honored and respected in a formal setting is really an affirming experience for fantasy fans as well as many of our band members, and, I think that our 'regular' audience members are delightfully surprised that this is such wonderful and expressive music," he said. Tickets for "Godzilla meets World of Warcraft: Music of Gaming, Anime, Imaginary Film and Fantasy" are $7 for adults or $5 for students and seniors, and are available at the door or in advance by calling (920) 465-2400, or online at www.uwgb.edu/tickets. But there's a twist, once again: Students in costume get in free. 'Godzilla' featured in UW-Green Bay music concert (Thanks, Kevin!) U Wisconsin symphony concert based on fantasy novels, video games ......


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