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Past Events

  • [Jazz Master Class Look-in with Geri Allen.] Jazz Master Class Look-in with Geri Allen

    Oct 5, 2006 at 6:00 PM
    Observe renowned jazz pianist Geri Allen as she discusses her craft and leads a master class of jazz musicians utilizing influences of Duke Ellington.

  • [Lunchtime Look-in: <i>Twelve Angry Men</i>.] Lunchtime Look-in: Twelve Angry Men

    Oct 11, 2006 at 12:00 PM
    Bring a lunch, take a seat, and join cast members of Twelve Angry Men for an intimate discussion--including the opportunity to ask questions of the artists!

  • [Deconstructing Modern Dance: <i>Bodies in Space</i>.] Deconstructing Modern Dance: Bodies in Space

    Oct 16 - 25, 2006
    Led by dance scholar Suzanne Carbonneau, this three-part series examines where the trajectories of modern dance choreographers diverge and where they fit into a shared history.

  • [Performance Plus in the Community with Sorab Modi.] Performance Plus in the Community with Sorab Modi

    Oct 17, 2006 at 7:00 PM

  • [Lynn Harrell, cello: Master Class.] Lynn Harrell, cello: Master Class

    Oct 20, 2006 at 4:00 PM

  • [Shostakovich: Rebel Music.] Shostakovich: Rebel Music

    Oct 25, 2006 at 6:00 PM
    This insightful discussion examines the life of Dmitri Shostakovich: the man, his influences, and the impact his music has had upon his native Russia and the world.

  • [African Dance Workshop with Koffi Kôkô.] African Dance Workshop with Koffi Kôkô

    Nov 1, 2006 at 3:00 PM
    Join intenationally recognized dancer, choreographer, and performance artist Koffi Kôkô in this dynamic workshop exploring the evolution and future of African dance and Kôkô's own unique blend of dance styles.

  • [Wine and Song Talks: Love and Death.] Wine and Song Talks: Love and Death

    Nov 9, 2006 at 6:00 PM
    Engage your mind and your palette with good wines and provocative insights into great music in this three-part series of delightful talks. Session I: Love and Death, featuring wines of Tuscany.

  • [Ronald K. Brown: Beginner's Movement Workshop.] Ronald K. Brown: Beginner's Movement Workshop

    Dec 9, 2006 at 11:00 AM
    Join noted choreographer Ronald K. Brown in a fun and inspiring beginner movement session especially
    for adults.

  • [What to Listen for in Music: In Search of Romanticism.] What to Listen for in Music: In Search of Romanticism

    Jan 8 - Feb 5, 2007
    This four-part series examines musical inspirations from literature and life in the 19th and 20th century.

  • [Open Rehearsal: American Ballet Theatre.] Open Rehearsal: American Ballet Theatre

    Jan 9, 2007 at 1:15 PM
    Join ballet scholars for a behind-the-scenes view of American Ballet Theatre company members as they prepare onstage for a performance.

  • [Lunchtime Look-in: <i>Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?</i>.] Lunchtime Look-in: Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

    Jan 18, 2007 at 12:00 PM
    Bring a lunch, take a seat, and join cast members of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? for an intimate discussion--including the opportunity to ask questions of the artists!

  • [Wine and Song Talks: Dangerous Music.] Wine and Song Talks: Dangerous Music

    Feb 8, 2007 at 6:00 PM
    Engage your mind and your palette with good wines and provocative insights into great music in this three-part series of delightful talks. Session II: Dangerous Music, featuring wines of Germany.

  • [Open Rehearsal: Bolshoi Ballet.] Open Rehearsal: Bolshoi Ballet

    Feb 21, 2007 at 1:30 PM
    Join ballet scholars for a behind-the-scenes view of Bolshoi Ballet company members as they prepare onstage for a performance.

  • [A Great Day in Harlem: Film & Talk.] A Great Day in Harlem: Film & Talk

    Mar 10, 2007 at 3:00 PM
    In this fascinating documentary narrated by Quincy Jones, you'll learn the story behind the world's most celebrated jazz photograph. A Q&A with director Jean Bach follows this Academy Award-nominated film.

  • [How to Be a Shakespearean Actor.] How to Be a Shakespearean Actor

    Mar 17, 2007 at 6:00 PM
    In this fun and interactive workshop, participants will use improvisational techniques, games, and scene work to learn about the voice, movement, and speech bred in classical theater.

  • [The Bard.] The Bard

    Mar 26, 2007 at 6:00 PM
    William Shakespeare is arguably the most important literary figure of the Western world. In this fascinating discussion, explore the life, writings, and influence of this dynamic dramatist.

  • [Philadanco Performance/Demonstration.] Philadanco Performance/Demonstration

    Apr 4, 2007 at 11:00 AM
    One of the country's largest predominantly African American modern dance companies, Philadanco presents a performance/demonstration program that illustrates its stylistic and choreographic dynamism.

  • [Wine and Song Talks:  John Williams: The Cinema and the Scores.] Wine and Song Talks: John Williams: The Cinema and the Scores

    Apr 6, 2007 at 6:00 PM
    Engage your mind and your palette with good wines and provocative insights into great music in this three-part series of delightful talks. Session III: John Williams: The Cinema and the Scores, featuring California reds.

  • [Do Jump! Physical Theater Workshop.] Do Jump! Physical Theater Workshop

    Apr 30, 2007 at 6:00 PM
    Join us on an unforgettable journey into the world of physical theater in this fun, active workshop for the whole family with the members of Do Jump!

  • [Broadway Up Close and Personal: Alan and Marilyn Bergman.] Broadway Up Close and Personal: Alan and Marilyn Bergman

    May 15, 2007 at 6:00 PM
    Join Academy Award winners and Broadway legends Alan and Marilyn Bergman as they share some of their lives, loves and musical successes.

  • [Open Rehearsal: The Suzanne Farrell Ballet.] Open Rehearsal: The Suzanne Farrell Ballet

    Jun 6, 2007 at 1:30 PM
    Join ballet scholars for a behind-the-scenes view of The Suzanne Farrell Ballet company members as they prepare onstage for a performance.

  • [Exploring Ballet with Suzanne Farrell FOR ADULTS!.] Exploring Ballet with Suzanne Farrell FOR ADULTS!

    Jun 9, 2007 at 5:00 PM
    Discover how it feels to dance as Suzanne Farrell leads this unique and inspirational movement class for non-dancers.

  • [Lunchtime Look-In:  <i>The Phantom of the Opera</i>.] Lunchtime Look-In: The Phantom of the Opera

    Jun 27, 2007 at 12:00 PM
    Bring a lunch, take a seat, and join cast members of The Phantom of the Opera for an intimate discussion--including the opportunity to ask questions of the artists!