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Signups begin for Fredonia children's drama day camp
The world of dramatic arts will come alive for area children who join the annual Playground Drama Day Camp at Rockefeller Arts Center at Fredonia...
Fredonia to offer ‘Intensive’ Shakespeare camp for students
The Midsummer Shakespeare Intensive, a unique, all-inclusive overnight camp for students, ages 15 and up, which focuses on the works of William Shakespeare, will be conducted July 20-26 at Fredonia’s College Lodge. Morning studio sessions will focus on acting, voice and movement, while afternoon and evening sessions will be devoted to stage combat, rehearsals and Shakespearean master classes.
Fredonia to host week-long student film production workshop
A casting and crew call is being issued for Action Film Workshops, an introduction to digital media production, that the State University of New York at Fredonia Department of Theatre and Dance will host for students, ages 13 and up, at Rockefeller Arts Center from July 28 through Aug. 2. For more information or to obtain registration materials, contact Sharon@fredonia.edu.
Concerto Competition winners announced
The School of Music has announced the winners of the 2014 Concerto Competition including saxophonist Joseph Bennett, soprano Margaret van Norden and pianist Callen Lange. The event was held Sunday, May 4, in King Concert Hall.
Students and Gershwin tunes featured in annual Commencement Eve Pops concert
The songwriting genius of George and Ira Gershwin will be in the spotlight when Rockefeller Arts Center presents its annual Commencement Eve Pops concert, “Gershwin’s Greatest Hits.” The concert will feature the Little Apple Big Band with eight student singers and four dancers on Friday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. in King Concert Hall.
Summer music festival slated for high school musicians
The 24th annual Fredonia Summer Music Festival will be held from Sunday, June 29 through Saturday, July 5. Open to wind, brass and percussion students currently enrolled in grades 9 through 12, the festival offers a friendly and relaxed setting for musical growth through performance of large ensemble and chamber music.
School of Music announces 2014 Academy Week: Arabic Music, June 16-20
Now in its third year, Academy Week at SUNY Fredonia offers specialized instruction in various fields of music study, with a unique focus each year...
An evening with the Marion Fellow for Visual and Performing Arts
Professor Elizabeth Lee was awarded the SUNY Fredonia Inaugural Marion Fellowship for the Visual and Performing Arts for the 2013-2014 year. On Thursday, May 1 she will be presenting, “Cosmological Process,” at 5:30 p.m. in Marvel Theatre. The new Art Gallery Director will be also announced and the 2014-2015 Marion Fellow will be introduced. The event is free and all are welcome.
Wind Ensemble to give final concert of the academic year
The SUNY Fredonia Wind Ensemble will give its final performance of the academic year on Wednesday, April 30 at 8 p.m. in King Concert Hall. The event is free and open to the public. The concert will feature a diverse program of works under the direction of Dr. Paula Holcomb.
Marion Art Gallery to host 'Senior Show II' exhibition
The works of 15 students from the Department of Visual Arts and New Media will be displayed in the Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery at Rockefeller Arts Center beginning Friday, May 2, in the exhibition, “Senior Show II: Have a Good Summer.”