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Ever watch a live performance and wonder what went into it, how the actors made it work or the history of the music?
The Patel Conservatory and the Straz Center invite you to attend a new, informal class called Who Knew?
Led by Maestro Stephen P. Brown, the class is an opportunity to learn more about concerts, Broadway musicals and other events at the Straz before you see the show. 
Discuss the music, study the script or chat with professionals involved in the performance.
Who Knew will beTuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
The Fall 2012 schedule for the Who Knew class is as follows:
Sept. 4 - Fahrenheit 451Sept. 11 - The Great Gospel ShowcaseSept. 18 - Latin NightsSept. 25 - You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up!Oct. 2 - Beethoven to Bernstein to BrownOct. 16 - SibeliusOct. 23 - Jekyll and HydeOct. 30 - GershwinNov. 6 - DvorakNov. 13 - Kiss Me, KateNov. 20 - ElfNov. 27 - Idina MenzelDec. 4 - SchubertDec. 11 - Sister ActDec. 18 - The Nutcracker
The cost is $65 for a 5-class card, or $120 for a 10-class card. No registration is required. Classes are held on a drop-in basis so you can attend the classes that interest you and work for your schedule.
For more information, please call 813-222-1002.