EMU ARTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS ART • MUSIC • DANCE • THEATRE
2016–2017
EMU ARTS 2016–2017
Eastern Michigan University Arts — art, dance, music, and theatre — invite you to experience a world of creativity, spontaneity, and discovery through our 2016 and 2017 exhibitions, events, and performances. This calendar highlights theatre performances, art exhibitions, concerts, and recitals featuring students, faculty, and guest artists. This year marks a change. Three departments, Music & Dance, Communication, Media, & Theatre Arts, and the Art Department have been renamed as the School of Music & Dance, the School of Communication, Media, & Theatre Arts, and the School of Art & Design. These changes in name: • Represent the broad spectrum and breadth of arts programming and education on campus. • Create an allied arts identity on campus. • Symbolize the University’s ongoing goal of achieving national accreditation for all of its arts programs. The Arts serve a pivotal role on EMU’s campus. Our programs seek to challenge conventions and investigate new ways of working, thinking, and communi cating. The Arts provide a voice for expression and the ability to communicate to diverse audiences. Ultimately they bring people together and unify communities.
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The 2016-2017 calendar captures our rich and diverse community of events. We hope you consider joining us this year to be inspired by the power of the Arts at EMU. School of Art & Design Sandra Murchison, director 114 Ford 734.487.1268 art.emich.edu School of Communication, Media & Theatre Arts Donald Ritzenhein, interim director 124 Quirk 734.487.3130 emich.edu/emutheatre School of Music & Dance Diane L. Winder, director N101 Alexander 734.487.4380 emich.edu/musicdance
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SEPTEMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
9.7– 9.20
Resonance: Ceramics Alumni This exhibition features work from over 25 alumni mentored by former EMU Ceramic Professors Susanne Stephenson and John Loree.
September 7–20, reception September 21 Ford Gallery 9.7– 10.12
Posters of Discontent III A collection of 2-dimensional work depicting viewpoints from the political left, right and center on a range of hot-button political issues.
September 7–October 12, reception September 28 University Gallery 9.9– 9.11
The Last Five Years HELD OVER! Powerful, intimate musical. By Jason Robert Brown Directed by Pam Cardell Music Direction by R. MacKenzie Lewis Recommended for ages 16+
7:00pm, September 9, 10 2:00pm, September 11 Sponberg Theatre 9.10
Asian Music Festival Korean high school students present traditional music and dance in combination with EMU voices.
7:00pm, September 10 Pease Auditorium EMU ARTS • ART • MUSIC • DANCE • THEATRE
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9.18
Dady Mehta on the Piano Emeritus professor Dady Mehta gives his annual performance.
4:00pm, September 18 Pease Auditorium 9.23
Bach/Brahms Project Cycle #1 Featuring Joel Schoenhals The first of four cycles featuring the works of Johann Sebastian Bach and Johannes Brahms.
8:00pm, September 23 Pease Auditorium
EMU students! Attendance at any of these events can count toward your general education program for Learning Beyond the Classroom (LBC3) credit.
$ indicates a ticket is required for this event. To purchase tickets in person, visit EMU Box Office locations: Quirk Building, Student Center, or Convocation Center. Tickets also available by phone at 734.487.2282 and or online at emutix.com. Additional fees apply for telephone, mail, or online orders. Ford & University Gallery Hours: Monday & Thursday 10:00–5:00 pm Tuesday & Wednesday 10:00–7:00 pm Friday & Saturday 10:00–2:00 pm Gallery receptions from 4:30–5:30pm. CONCERTS • EXHIBITIONS • PERFORMANCES
OCTOBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
10.7
EMU Symphony Orchestra Season opener highlights Grieg's Piano Concerto with faculty member Joel Schoenhals, soloist, and Brahms' Symphony No. 4.
8:00pm, October 7 Pease Auditorium 10.10– Metals Detroit Show 11.2 Exhibition featuring wearable objects, sculpture and installation art by Tiff Massy and SmithShop (Gabriel Craig and Amy Weiks).
October 10–November 2, reception T.B.A. Ford Gallery 10.14
EMU Wind Symphony Wind Symphony in concert.
8:00pm, October 14 Pease Auditorium 10.16
Symphonic Band Concert performance by the Symphonic Band.
4:00pm, October 16 Pease Auditorium 10.18
EMU Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble performs Jazz Standards.
7:30pm, October 18 Pease Auditorium
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10.21– 10.30
Macbeth $ Savage Shakespearean tragedy. By William Shakespeare Directed by Lee Stille Recommended for ages 13+
7:00pm, October at 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 2:00pm, October 23 & October 30 Quirk Theatre 10.21
EMU Choral Concert Featuring the EMU Choir, Women’s Chorus and Men’s Chorus.
7:30pm, October 21 Pease Auditorium 10.22
Real Men Sing! Festival EMU hosts an invitational for men’s voices.
7:30pm, October 22 Pease Auditorium 10.26– New Fibers 2016 12.7 A national juried exhibition featuring contemporary fiber art.
October 26-December 7, reception November 2 University Gallery 10.28
Halloween Concert by the EMU Symphony Orchestra Annual concert adds a fun costume twist to its popular repertoire.
7:30pm, October 28 Pease Auditorium CONCERTS • EXHIBITIONS • PERFORMANCES
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NOVEMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
11.6
Aria/Concerto Competition EMU students compete for the opportunity to solo with the EMU Orchestra.
2:00pm, November 6 Pease Auditorium 11.12
AIM: Artists Inspiring Musicianship
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Formerly known as Clinic Day.
10:00am–5:00pm, November 12 Pease Auditorium 11.12
Bandorama $ A showcase of all EMU bands in one dazzling performance.
7:30pm, November 12 Pease Auditorium 11.14
William Stewart Competition EMU students compete for the opportunity to solo with the EMU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Bands.
6:30pm, November 14 Pease Auditorium 11.14– 11.19
Capstone Exhibition Features the work of graduating BFA candidates and their bodies of work.
November 14-19, reception November 16 Ford Gallery
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11.18– 11.20
Vital Signs Inspiring women’s stories. By Jane Martin Directed by Pam Cardell Recommended for mature audiences
7:00pm, November 18, 19 2:00pm, November 20 Sponberg Theatre 11.23– 12.16
MA & MFA Thesis Exhibitions Featuring the work of Jordan Ewert, Jennifer Lickers, Julia Windom, Allison Vince and Alexandria Sayles.
November 28-December 16, receptions T.B.A. Ford Gallery 11.29
EMU Jazz and Percussion Ensembles Catch the beat!
7:30pm, November 29 Pease Auditorium
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DECEMBER & JANUARY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 DEC JAN
12.2– 12.11
Christmas Carol’d
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Timeless spirited tale. By Joseph Zettelmaier Directed by Terry Heck Seibert Recommended for ages 8+
7:00pm, December 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 2:00pm, December 4 & 11 Quirk Theatre 12.2
Winter Ballet Orchestra and Dance appear together for this annual event. Also on the concert, Mendelssohn’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
7:30pm, December 2 Pease Auditorium 12.3– 12.4
Opera Workshop Recital Opera workshop showcase event featuring EMU voices.
7:00pm December 3-4 Alexander Recital Hall 12.7
Flute Studio Recital From the studio of Julie Stone.
6:00pm, December 7 Alexander Recital Hall 12.10
Wind Conducting Symposium Conductors from across the region work with EMU and Guest clinicians.
All day, December 10 Alexander Recital Hall EMU ARTS • ART • MUSIC • DANCE • THEATRE
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1.11– 2.2
Annual Juried Student Show Coordinated annually by the Intermedia Gallery Group, this juried show highlights work of undergraduate students.
January 11–February 2, reception January 18 Ford Gallery 1.13– 1.15
January Dance Concerts EMU dance students with choreography by faculty and guest artists.
7:00pm, January 13 & 14 2:00pm, January 15 Quirk Theatre 1.15
Honors Band Concert Showcasing Michigan's finest band students.
2:00pm, January 15 Pease Auditorium 1.16– 2.10
Faculty Exhibition An annual event featuring the work of fulltime and adjunct faculty members of the School of Art & Design.
January 16-Febraury 10, reception January 25 University Gallery
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FEBRUARY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
2.3
EMU Symphony Orchestra Concert Features Concerto/Aria Competition Winners and Shostakovich's Symphony No. 10.
7:30pm, February 3 Pease Auditorium 2.8– 2.10
MusicNow Fest EMU welcomes composer Michael Daugherty for workshops, lectures and performances.
February 8-10 Alexander Hall and Pease Auditorium 2.8– 2.12
A Raisin in the Sun Racially relevant classic. By Lorraine Hansberry Directed by Wallace Bridges Recommended for ages 13+
7:00pm, February 8, 9, 10, 11 2:00pm, February 11 & 12 Quirk Theatre 2.9
Jazz Ensemble Concert EMU Music & Dance Jazz Ensemble performance.
7:30pm, February 9 Pease Auditorium
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2.10
MusicNow Fest Finale Choirs, Orchestra and Bands present music of Daugherty.
8:00pm, February 10 Pease Auditorium 2.12
Symphonic and Concert Band Featuring both EMU ensembles.
4:00pm, February 12 Pease Auditorium 2.14
Percussion Ensemble Concert Featuring various styles of percussion.
7:30pm, February 14 Pease Auditorium 2.15– 3.11
Annual Graduate Student Art Exhibition An all-media exhibition featuring the work of current MA and MFA students.
February 15–March 11, reception February 15 Ford Gallery
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MARCH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
3.3– 3.5
The Butterfly Wondrous Persian fable. Play by Bijan Mofid, Translated from Persian by Pirooz Aghssa Directed by Patricia Zimmer Recommended for ages 10+
7:00pm, March 3, 4 2:00pm, March 5 Sponberg Theatre (Staged Reading) 3.3
EMU Choir Home Tour Performance Celebrate the EMU Choir's homecoming after their tour of the Southeast.
7:30pm, March 3 Pease Auditorium 3.6– 4.11
Metals 2017 An exhibition of metalsmithing featuring work from faculty from throughout the region.
March 6-April 11 University Gallery 3.8
Five Lakes Silver Band Featuring various EMU faculty and guest artists.
7:30pm, March 8 Pease Auditorium 3.22– 3.29
Capstone Exhibition Features the work of graduating BFA candidates and their bodies of work.
March 22-29, reception March 22 Ford Gallery EMU ARTS • ART • MUSIC • DANCE • THEATRE
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3.24
Bach/Brahms Project Cycle #2 featuring Joel Schoenhals The second of four performances over the course of two years.
8:00pm, March 24 Pease Auditorium 3.29
Low Brass Recital Featuring all low brass students in solos and ensembles.
7:30pm, March 29 Pease Auditorium 3.31
Opera Workshop Performance #1 The conclusion of the Opera Workshop featuring EMU voices.
7:30pm, March 31 Alexander Recital Hall 3.31– 4.9
Spring Awakening Provocative rock musical. Book and lyrics by Steven Sater, Music by Duncan Sheik, Based on the play by Frank Wedekind Directed by Pirooz Aghssa with Music Direction by R. MacKenzie Lewis Recommended for mature audiences
7:00pm, March 31, April 1, 6, 7, 8 2:00pm, April 2 & 9 Quirk Theatre
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APRIL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
4.1
Senior Dance Projects Showcasing EMU Dance seniors for their final performance.
4:00pm, April 1 Pease Auditorium 4.1
Opera Workshop Performance #2 The conclusion of the Opera Workshop featuring EMU voices.
7:30pm, April 1 Alexander Recital Hall 4.2
Jazz Ensemble Concert Final Jazz Ensemble Concert of the Year.
4:00pm, April 2 Pease Auditorium 4.3
Percussion Studio Recital From the studio of John Dorsey.
7:30pm, April 3 Alexander Recital Hall 4.3– 4.21
MA & MFA Thesis Exhibitions Featuring the work Erin Miller, Sunita Gupta, Tammy Disabatino and Lindsay Smith.
April 3-21 Ford Gallery
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4.7
EMU Symphony Orchestra and EMU Choir Performance Premier of Whitney Prince's, a savage and beautiful countryand Beethoven'sSymphony No. 9.
7:30pm, April 7 Pease Auditorium 4.8
EMU Choir Invitational EMU hosts high school choirs from across Michigan in combination with EMU vocal talent.
7:30pm, April 8 Pease Auditorium 4.9
Alumni Band Concert EMU Bands invites all the alumni back to join them in performance.
4:00pm, April 9 Pease Auditorium 4.10
Concert Band Performance EMU’s Concert Band takes center stage.
7:30pm, April 10 Pease Auditorium 4.11
Flute Studio Rectal From the studio of Julie Stone.
6:00pm, April 11 Alexander Recital Hall 4.11
Percussion Ensemble Performance Featuring EMU percussion students.
7:30pm, April 11 Pease Auditorium CONCERTS • EXHIBITIONS • PERFORMANCES
MAY & JUNE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 MAY JUN
5.8– 5.12
Dangerous Minds & Exploring Big Ideas: The Art of Giving Voice to Michigan’s Youth “Dangerous Minds” is an annual high school art exhibition. “Exploring Big Ideas” provides a showcase for students from the classrooms of our student teachers and future art educators.
May 8-12 University Gallery 6.2– 6.11
Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse Delightful children’s comedy. Based on the book by Kevin Henkes Adapted for the stage by Kevin Kling Directed by Christine Tanner Recommended for ages 5+
7:00pm, June 2 & 9 2:00pm, June 3, 4, 10, 11 Sponberg Theatre
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