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Fredonia theatre department offers unique take on holiday classic
A unique take on a Christmas classic will be offered at Fredonia when the Department of Theatre and Dance presents “It’s A Wonderful Life – The Radio Play” from Dec. 5 to 13. Seven performances are planned in Bartlett Theatre on the Fredonia campus as part of the 2014-15 Walter Gloor Mainstage Series.
Fredonia art gallery to host multifaceted exhibition of student works
A variety of works created by five graduating fine arts students at Fredonia will be on display when the Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery hosts the exhibition, “Collectively Independent,” from Dec. 5 to 11. The opening reception is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 5 from 7 to 9 p.m.
Holiday classics get big band treatment for Fredonia pops series event
Some of the most beloved Christmas classics of all time will come to life once again in big band style at Fredonia when Rockefeller Arts Center presents “The 2014 Big Band Christmas Spectacular” on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in King Concert Hall.
Wind Ensemble to premiere work by composer Paul Dooley
The Fredonia Wind Ensemble will be premiering, "Coast of Dreams for Wind Ensemble," by composer Paul Dooley at the group’s Thursday, Nov. 20 concert, to be held at 8 p.m. in King Concert Hall. Dooley, a current lecturer in performing arts technology at the University of Michigan, will be present to discuss his new work.
Orchesis Dance Company to present 'Tombé'
Orchesis Dance Company will present “Tombé” on Friday, Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m., in the Williams Center Multipurpose Room. The annual show will feature many talented Fredonia student dancers and choreographers performing various genres of dance including modern, jazz and tap.
Madrigal Feaste slated for Dec. 6
On Saturday, Dec. 6, the School of Music and Department of Theatre and Dance will present the third annual Madrigal Feaste dinner theater performance, held in the Williams Center. The traditional 15th century royal feast and musical program will be a feast for the senses, with authentic food, costumed performers, rousing music and merriment on a grand scale.
Hillman Opera to present 20th century masterpiece from Nov. 7 to 9
The 2014 Hillman Opera is a masterpiece of 20th century American music and theater. Carlisle Floyd’s “Susannah” will be performed on Nov. 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m. and on Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. in Marvel Theatre. The opera tells an age-old morality tale using Appalachian folk music themes framed in operatic drama.
1980s Fredonia Jazz Ensemble concert slated for Rosch
The annual alumni reunion concert of the 1980s Fredonia Jazz Ensemble is slated for Sunday, Nov. 9, at 1 p.m. in Rosch Recital Hall. The concert is free and open to the public, and will feature tunes by Rob McConnell, Neal Hefti, Joe Zawinul and saxophonist Don Menza.
New Horizons Band to perform
The New Horizons Band of Western New York will present a free concert on Monday, Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in King Concert Hall. The program will include performances by the band, the New Horizons Brass Quintet and the New Horizons iPad Ensemble. Audience members are asked to bring non-perishable food items to the concert and donations will be given to local food banks.
Fredonia film series offers dynamic look at the power of volcanoes
Those interested in experiencing the rush of the exploding lava and in talking to a filmmaker brave enough to capture such moments will have the opportunity to do so when Rockefeller Arts Center presents Peter Rowe’s “Volcanic Planet” on Sat., Nov. 1. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. in King Concert Hall.