HELEN HUNT, VALERIE BERTINELLI, ANN COMPTON, PATRICIA HEATON ANDLEE WOODRUFF
Five engaging speakers will inspire audiences at the Aronoff Center
Smart Talk Connected Conversations™ returns to Procter & Gamble Hall at the AronoffCenter (650 Walnut Street, Cincinnati), for its twelfth season. A spoken word series, SmartTalk presents intriguing and influential women in a theatrical setting that provides a personal glimpse into the speakers’ lives. SmartTalk’s signature moderated question and answer period creates an intimate dialogue between the speakers and the audience.
VALERIE BERTINELLI - Wednesday, January 27
ANN COMPTON - Thursday, February 25
PATRICIA HEATON - Monday, March 15
LEE WOODRUFF - Thursday, April 29
HELEN HUNT - Wednesday, May 26
All presentations begin at 7:30 p.m. and are preceded by sponsor exhibits, in the Aronoff Center Lobby beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets for the 2010 season are currently only available to 2009 series subscribers. Last year’s subscribers will be given a protected purchasing opportunity. The series will go on sale to the general public beginning November 16. At that time, patrons may call the Aronoff Center Ticket Office at 513.621.2787 to order season tickets. General public subscription prices for the 5-part series range from $164 - $339. Inventory permitting, a special 3-pack offer and single event tickets will be made available in December.
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Speaker Topics and Bios:
VALERIE BERTINELLI
Taking Back Your Life (January 27, 7:30pm)
For years Valerie Bertinelli was known as America’s sweetheart, now she’s known as an actress, single mom, author and a health and weight-loss activist. In her empowering talk “Taking Back Your Life,” Valerie will recount her struggle with weight issues over the years, the lessons learned and the courage it takes to make such a profound change in her life, as well as the faith required to maintain it.
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ANN COMPTON
Stories Behind The Headlines (February 25, 7:30pm)
Since 1974, when she became the first female reporter to cover the White House on a fulltime basis, Ann Compton has traveled the world in the company of six presidents. From her award-winning coverage of 9/11 to her induction into the Journalism Hall of Fame, she has balanced her professional obligations with those of her own “first” family of four children. For unique insight into the Capitol stories behind the headlines, join the dynamic Ann Compton.
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PATRICIA HEATON
Motherhood And Hollywood (March 15, 7:30pm)
Her hilarious portrayal of much put-upon housewife in the hit show Everybody Loves Raymond garnered her several awards; in real life Patricia Heaton is a mother of four, actress, best-selling author and one of the most unusual and refreshing voices in Hollywood. You’ll be delighted by her self-deprecating style as she shares tales from her idyllic childhood in Ohio, her career struggles, her eventual success, and the challenges she faced in balancing career and motherhood.
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LEE WOODRUFF
Life Changes In An Instant (April 29, 7:30pm)
How do you survive when life as you know it changes in an instant? Lee Woodruff is singularly equipped to tell you. Author, journalist and contributing editor for Good Morning America, Lee’s life took a dramatic turn when her husband suffered a traumatic brain injury in Iraq. Suddenly, her field of expertise - home and family - expanded to include brain injury awareness and advocacy for families coping with this affliction. Be dazzled by courage – in an instant!
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HELEN HUNT
Mad About Her (May 26, 7:30pm)
Few actresses have been praised as highly by critics and the public as Helen Hunt. From her earliest work in Community Theater, to Broadway, Primetime and Hollywood film roles, she has been continuously recognized for her outstanding performances. So, what does this award-winning actor, director, writer and mother do for an encore? Come share her conversation in her SmartTalk exclusive appearance. Believe us - it’s as good as it gets.
Visit the SmartTalk website for more information: www.SmartTalkWomen.com
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