BYU ARTS Season brochure 2018–19

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Ticket Information Online BYUARTS.COM

Phone 801-422-2981

In Person Harris Fine Arts Center Ticket Office Harris Fine Arts Center, BYU, Provo, UT 84602 Marriott Center Ticket Office 500 E. University Parkway, BYU, Provo, UT 84602 Tickets for all BYU Arts performances may be purchased at both locations.

The Marriott Center features convenient 15-minute curbside parking for ticket office access.

Tickets can be purchased online at no additional cost. Seat selection is now available on mobile devices. Ticket reissues can now be done online at no additional cost if your tickets are misplaced or forgotten.

Y TIX $10 Rush Tickets Current BYU students may register online on the day of any BRAVO! series performance (excluding OFF THE MAP and the Coco film screening) to be selected to purchase up to two tickets for $10 each.

Theatre and Media Arts Rush Tickets New this year, rush tickets will be available for BYU students for select TMA performances. Students can register online the day of performances to be selected to purchase up to two tickets at a discounted rush price. Visit byuarts.com for complete details.

Group Discounts Many performances offer discounts for groups of 10 or more. Contact the BYU Ticket Office at 801–422–2981 for pricing and availability.

Accessibility Please indicate any special needs or requests when you place your order.

Accessible seating and parking are available. Assisted-listening devices are available for selected performances from the ushers or the house manager.

Other accommodations can be made by contacting the ticket office three weeks in advance.

Children and Babies Children under the age of six, including babes in arms, are not admitted to performances unless specifically indicated otherwise.

Packages artsPASS

BYU Theatre Season Tickets

BRAVO! Series Flex Package

BYU Student Music Pass

Create your own season ticket.

This fixed Season Ticket Package features four productions (Radium Girls, The Mousetrap, Wonderland, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead) produced by the BYU Department of Theatre and Media Arts. For descriptions and credits, see pp. 42–49.

Professional Performing Arts at BYU

$35: two tickets for 50 performances

Subscribe and save up to 47% off weekend public prices depending on the night of the week you choose and your category price.

Select six or more BRAVO! events on pp. 10–17, and save $3 per ticket off the category price on most performances.

Receive the same reserved seats for most performances before tickets go on sale to the general public—no waiting in line.

Purchase your tickets now, before they go on sale to the general public—no waiting in line.

Order tickets to five or more different on-campus events sponsored by BRAVO!, School of Music, Department of Dance, or Department of Theatre and Media Arts, and your order will be processed immediately—no need to wait for on sale dates. No additional discounts apply.

Receive advanced access to tickets to BYU Spectacular!

Order additional tickets to other BYU Theatre productions at discounted prices at the time of the season ticket purchase.

Exchange your tickets for no cost for another performance of the same production at the ticket offices in the Harris Fine Arts Center or Marriott Center or by calling 801-422-2981.

(Restrictions apply.)

This multi-disciplinary, professional guest artist series presents celebrated musicians, innovative theatre and filmmakers, and acclaimed dancers from across the globe.

Receive advanced access to tickets to BYU Spectacular!

Purchase your BYU Student Music Pass now at byuarts.com. Claim your tickets at the BYU Ticket Office when they go on sale. See pp. 24–40 for event descriptions and on sale dates. Tickets subject to availability. Exclusive offer to current BYU students. Card and tickets non-transferable.

Any BYU School of Music performance in the Harris Fine Arts Center, Sept 2018–June 2019, including Young Ambassadors Thurs/Sat performances, Spring opera Wed/Thurs performances.

Excludes: Celebration of Christmas, Broadway Revue, Wonderland

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November

9/7

$ BRAVO! Laura Benanti

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11/2

9/14

$ BRAVO! Coco Screening with Academy Award-winning Director Lee Unkrich

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11/7

9/20 +$ World of Dance

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9/24

$ Greek Theatre: Women of Trachis

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9/27

Faculty Recital: Sundance Trio

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BYU Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band

$ BYU Symphonic Band and Concert Choir

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Group for New Music

$ BYU Symphony Orchestra

11/9

Faculty Recital: Christian Smith, bassoon, Jared Pierce, piano

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$ Instrumental Showcase

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11/9 +$ BYU Dancesport Championships

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9/28 +$ The World's Strongest Librarian

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11/9 +$ dancEnsemble

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11/9

9/28

Family Concert Series: Musical Inspirations, BYU Philharmonic

9/29

October 10/2

Faculty Recital: Alexander Woods, violin, Jason Hardink, piano

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10/2

$ Choir Showcase

26

10/3

$ Jazz Showcase

28

10/4

$ BRAVO! I'm With Her

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10/9

Faculty Recital: Brassworks

$ BYU Singers and Concert Choir

11/10

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Faculty Recital: Stephen Beus, piano

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11/10 $ Evening of Percussion

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11/13 $ BYU Cougar Marching Band

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11/13 $ BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices)

28

11/14 $ BRAVO! Karina Gauvin, soprano

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11/14 $ BYU Jazz Ensemble

28

11/15 $ BYU Philharmonic

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11/15

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BYU Jazz Combo Night

11/15 +$ Final Cut Film Festival

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11/16 +$ BYU Synthesis

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11/16 +$ Radium Girls

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11/16 +$ Ballet Showcase

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Faculty Recital: Jason Bergman, trumpet, Jared Pierce, piano, Romantic Trumpet

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11/27

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10/17

Faculty Recital: Orpheus Winds

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10/18 +

OcTUBAfest

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10/11 +$ BYU Spectacular!

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10/11

Faculty Recital: Laurence Lowe and Woodsmusick Ensemble

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10/11

Alumni Achievement Lecture: Vai Sicahema

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10/18 +$ Microburst Theatre

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10/19 +$ Opera: Theodora

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10/23

Faculty: Groove Axis Jazz Trio

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10/25

Faculty Recital: Neil Thomock, composition

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10/26

Guest Artist Recital: Double Reed Round Up, Mark Ostoich, oboe; Richard Beene, bassoon

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10/26 +$ The Mousetrap

Family Concert Series: Sing a Story, BYU Opera

10/27

10/31 $ BRAVO! Lore

11/1

$ BYU Wind Symphony

Faculty Recital: Deseret String Quartet and Friends, Commemorating 100th Anniversary of Debussy's Death

11/2 +$ BYU Men's Chorus and Women's Chorus

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11/27 $ BYU Noteworthy

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11/28

BYU Jazz Lab Band

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11/29

Student Composers Showcase

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11/30 +$ Celebration of Christmas

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11/30 +$ Christmas Around the World

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December 12/1

TubaChristmas

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Woodwind Chamber Night

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Brass Chamber Night

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String Chamber Night

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Flute Choir

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$ American Piano Quartet

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12/6

$ BYU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band

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November 11/1

Saxophone Chamber Night

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Senior Dance Showcase

$ BRAVO! ETHEL with Robert Mirabal, flute Songwriters Showcase

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March

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12/12 $ Folk Music Ensemble

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+$ Opera Scenes

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12/13 $ BRAVO! Utah Symphony: An Evening in Spain with Boléro and Carmen

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+$ US National Amateur Dancesport Championships

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12/8

Harp Solo and Ensemble $ University Strings and University Orchestra

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12/11 $ University Chorale

1/11 +$ BYU Vocal Point Utah Crosstalk

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Faculty Chamber: Alexander Woods, violin, Scott Holden, 34 piano, Jared Pierce, piano, Stephen Beus, piano

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1/16 +$ BYU Young Ambassadors

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Young Artists of Voice

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1/24 +$ OFF THE MAP: The Other Mozart

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1/24 +$ OFF THE MAP: The Man Who Planted Trees

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1/24 +$ Wonderland

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Faculty Quintet: Brassworks

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Faculty Jazz: Q'd Up

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Guest Artist: American Piano Duo Meets BYU Percussion 39

2/6

+$ Comedy of Errors

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+$ BYU Contemporary Dance in Concert

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+$ Living Legends

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$ Winter Choirfest

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Faculty Recital: Jared Pierce, piano, Evening of Chopin

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February

$ Folk Music Ensemble

2/13 +$ Cougarettes in Concert

$ BYU Philharmonic: Evening of Concertos

$ BYU Symphony Orchestra: Concerto Night

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$ BYU Philharmonic

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$ BYU Symphonic Band

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$ BRAVO! VOCES8

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$ BYU Wind Symphony

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$ American Piano Quartet

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2/16

$ Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival with Synthesis

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2/20

$ BRAVO! Danish String Quartet

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2/21

Faculty Recital: Kristen Bromley, guitar

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2/22

Faculty Recital: Kerilyn Johnson, voice

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2/23

Primrose Memorial Concert: Garth Knox, viola

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2/28 +$ BYU Ballet in Concert: Sleeping Beauty

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2/28 +$ Contemporary Voices: Readings from Award-winning Scripts

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+$ Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead

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$ BRAVO! Cirque Éloize

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Faculty Quintet: Orpheus Winds

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3/13

Faculty Quartet: Deseret String Quartet

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3/16

Family Concert Series: SUPERcussion!, BYU Percusion Ensemble

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3/19

Group for New Music

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3/19

$ BRAVO! Canadian Brass

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3/20

$ Jazz Ensemble

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BYU Singers and Concert Choir

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BYU Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band

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3/22 +$ dancEnsemble

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3/23

Harp Solo and Ensemble

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3/26

BYU Jazz Combo Night

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3/27

Songwriters Showcase

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3/28

Trombone Choir

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$ BYU Women's Chorus

Saxophone Chamber Night

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$ BYU Symphony Orchestra

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Senior Dance Showcase

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3/29

$ BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices)

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$ University Strings and University Orchestra

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$ BYU Chamber Orchestra

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+ Multiple Performances $ Ticketed Event

Dates, ticket prices, and programs subject to change. Visit byuarts.com for current calendar.

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$ University Bands

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+$ BYU Men's Chorus

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+$ Broadway Revue

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$ BYU Philharmonic

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4/10 +$ BFA New York Showcase

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$ BYU Synthesis

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Woodwind Chamber Night

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Brass Chamber Night

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String Chamber Night

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Flute Choir

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$ BYU Wind Symphony

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BYU Jazz Lab Band

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4/12 +$ BYU Ballroom Dance in Concert

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4/12 4/13

$ BRAVO! Northwest Dance Project

Family Concert Series: Musical Contrasts, BYU Wind Symphony

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4/13

$ Evening of Percussion

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4/16

$ Univeristy Chorale

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4/16 4/17

Student Composers Showcase

$ BYU Symphonic Band

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May

5/10 +$ Evening of Dance

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Laura Benanti Todd Almond, music director A powerhouse of stage and screen, Laura Benanti is acclaimed for her work in NBC’s The Sound of Music Live!, Nashville, She Loves Me, and recently Steve Martin’s Broadway hit play Meteor Shower. Her performance as Gypsy Rose Lee in the 2008 revival of Gypsy earned her a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a musical. Her remarkable and versatile talent has earned her a spot as one of the brightest and most accomplished stars on Broadway today. Ms. Benanti will entertain audiences with her unmatched wit and humor while performing beloved musical selections from some of your favorite Broadway shows.

Jenny Anderson

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Sept 7, 7:30 pm $35+, on sale July 10 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

Y TIX

BRAVO! Series Flex Package

Y Tix are cheap (“rush”) tickets available for purchase by current BYU students for all BRAVO! performances.* These will become available for current BYU students to purchase on the day of the performance for only $10 each. Students must register online through the Y Tix web link at byuarts.com on the day of the performance between the hours of 9:00 am and 1:00 pm for evening performances and from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for matinees. You may register for up to two tickets. Everyone who enters will be notified via email shortly after the registration period closes. If you were chosen to purchase Y Tix, your email confirmation will contain instructions for how to purchase your tickets.

Select six or more BRAVO! events on pp. 10–17, and save $3 per ticket off the category price on most performances.

Visit byuarts.com for complete details. *Y Tix not available for OFF THE MAP performances and Coco film screening.

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Visit bravo.byu.edu to learn more.

Coco Screening with Academy Award-winning Director Lee Unkrich

Debra Coleman-Nixon

Fans of Disney Pixar entertainment will not want to miss this remarkable opportunity to learn about the magic behind one of their favorite Pixar films, Coco.

The 2017 Academy Award winner for Best Animated Feature and Best Song will screen in the Pardoe Theatre for a fun night the whole family can enjoy!

Stay after the screening for a discussion with the film’s director, Lee Unkrich, and to hear about his journey to bring the mystical land of the dead to life.

Pardoe Theatre Fri, Sept 14, 7:30 pm $10, on sale Aug 6

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I’m With Her © Swank Motion Pictures, Inc.

with The Brother Brothers I’m With Her is a female contemporary folk trio featuring three Grammy Award-winning musicians: Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, and Aoife O’Donovan.

These talented women co-founded two major bands, Nickel Creek and Crooked Still, and have made notable contributions to albums from many renowned artists, such as Yo-Yo Ma, Béla Fleck, and Chris Thile. Their music combines superb lyricism with exquisite harmonies to create an intricate and unified sound, leaving audiences moved by their emotionally raw narratives and refined musicianship.

Shervin Lainez

de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Oct 4, 7:30 pm $30+, on sale Aug 6 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

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Lore Sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.

Join storyteller Aaron Mahnke and musical guest Chad Lawson for an unforgettable evening of dark, spine-tingling tales—the perfect way to celebrate All Hallows’ Eve. Lore is an award-winning, critically acclaimed podcast that exposes the darker side of history, exploring the people, places, and things we fear the most. de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Oct 31, 7:30 pm $20+, on sale Aug 6 $10 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or alumni

Karina Gauvin, soprano Michael McMahon, piano

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Nov 14, 7:30 pm $25, on sale Sept 3 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni This performance is generously sponsored by the Nancy Perry Marriott Endowment in the BYU School of Music.

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Michael Slobodian

Recognized for her work in baroque music and for her mastery of Handel repertoire, Canadian soprano Karina Gauvin also sings Mahler, Britten, and the music of the late twentieth and twenty-first centuries with notable success. She has received numerous prestigious distinctions, including the title of Soloist of the Year from the International Community of French-language Public Radio Stations. Audiences across North America and throughout Europe are awed by “her powerfully dramatic voice with all its shades of color and vocal agility” (Toronto Concert Reviews).

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Dec 7, 7:30 pm $18+, on sale Sept 3 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

Erin Patrice O'Brien

Recognized as one of America’s most adventurous string quartets, ETHEL strives for common creative expression forged in the celebration of community. ETHEL is joined by Grammy Awardwinning Robert Mirabal, a Taos Pueblo composer and songwriter known especially for his work with the Native American flute. Join us as these five accomplished musicians present an immersive evening of collaborative new music titled “The River.”

Utah Symphony An Evening in Spain with Boléro and Carmen Thierry Fischer, music director Jun Märkl, conductor Ingrid Fliter, piano

Douglas Carter

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ETHEL with Robert Mirabal, flute

This performance by the Utah Symphony is inspired by the infectious flamenco rhythms and passionate spirit of Spain. This concert will feature Bizet’s Carmen, which has stood the test of time, weaving vivid storytelling into carefully crafted orchestration to convey powerful and honest emotion. Audiences will also get to enjoy Ravel’s one-movement orchestral showpiece Boléro, which

introduces a repetitive, hypnotic rhythm that gradually builds to a shattering climax, bringing the piece to an exultant conclusion.

This evening of Spanish flair is not to be missed! de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Dec 13, 7:30 pm $25+, on sale Sept 3 $10 off with BYU or student ID $6 off for senior citizens or alumni

The Other Mozart

The Man Who Planted Trees

We kick off the 2019 OFF THE MAP International Theatre Festival with a “strikingly beautiful” (New York Times) tale of the forgotten story of Mozart’s genius sister. This haunting melodrama, underscored by original music, is performed on and in a stunning 18-foot dress and dives deep into the life and history of “the other Mozart.” Recommended for ages 12+

Jean Giono’s environmental classic comes to life in this Puppet State Theatre Company production filled with “laughs, heartbreak, war, regeneration, scented breezes, sparkling wit and the best puppet dog ever” (The Guardian). Children and grown-ups will be enthralled with this inspiring and hilarious tale that shows us the difference one man (and his dog!) can make in the world.

Recommended for ages 4+

OFF THE MAP is generously supported by the Mary Lou Fulton Endowment in Theatre and Media Arts

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Nelke Theatre Thurs–Sat, Jan 24–26, 6:00 pm Sat, Jan 26, 1:30 pm $13–17, on sale Nov 19

Brian Fischbacher

Pardoe Theatre Thurs–Sat, Jan 24–26, 8:00 pm Sat, Jan 26, 3:30 pm $13–17, on sale Nov 19

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VOCES8 VOCES8 is a British vocal ensemble whose singing has been described as “impeccable in its quality of tone and balance” (Gramophone).

The group performs repertoire from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary commissions and arrangements. VOCES8 inspires people through music, with versatility and a celebration of diverse musical expression at the center of the ensemble’s performance ethos.

Andy Staples

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Feb 14, 7:30 pm $25, on sale Nov 19 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

Danish String Quartet With its technical and interpretive talents matched by an infectious joy for music making and “rampaging energy” (The New Yorker), the Danish String Quartet is in demand worldwide. The group’s 2017 recording, Last Leaf, was named one of the best classical musical albums of the year by the New York Times, Spotify, NPR, and more. This ensemble elegantly combines fine chamber music with a fresh folk music energy, creating an experience that classical music fans will not want to miss.

Caroline Bittencourt

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Feb 20, 7:30 pm $25, on sale Nov 19 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

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Cirque Éloize Cirque Éloize brings the Wild Wild West to life in Saloon, a musical acrobatic show featuring original choreography and live folk music, including favorites by Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash. Enter a dynamic world where theatre and circus collide, as eight acrobats and three musicians tell the story of a young protagonist who is under the spell of the saloon’s beautiful Belle.

His adventure leads us through one of the greatest action-packed theatrical thrill rides ever to be on a BYU stage!

Jim Mneymneh

Bernd Wackerbauer

Jim Mneymneh

Jim Mneymneh

Bernd Wackerbauer

de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Mar 12, 7:30 pm $15+, on sale Feb 4 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

Canadian Brass

de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Mar 19, 7:30 pm $20+, on sale Feb 4 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

Bo Huang

As one of the world’s leading brass quintets, Canadian Brass joins us in its 48th season of genre-bending versatility and lively performances. This gamechanging group has performed on major concert stages and on television, has sold two million albums worldwide, and has contributed nearly 600 new works to the brass quintet repertoire. Not only does the group possess numerous accolades within the music world; these five musicians also maintain the creativity, good humor, and love of performing that is their hallmark.

Audiences at BYU will get a special treat as the BYU Wind Symphony joins this ensemble for a fun and unforgettable evening.

Northwest Dance Project

Blaine Truitt Covert

Hailed as “one of the most dynamic dance troupes in the country” (Oregon Public Broadcasting), NW Dance Project performs new contemporary dance works by accomplished choreographers from around the world. Artistic director Sarah Slipper achieves the group’s mission of “moving dance forward” by constantly working on new pieces. Under Ms. Slipper’s leadership, NW Dance Project captivates audiences with their innovative works, exhibiting exceptional talent and a commitment to dance making that never fails to inspire.

Pardoe Theatre Fri, Apr 12, 7:30 pm $40, on sale March 4 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or alumni

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World of Dance This treasured season opener features performances by BYU Ballroom Dance Company, Contemporary Dance Theatre, International Folk Dance Ensemble, Living Legends, and Theatre Ballet. de Jong Concert Hall Thurs–Fri, Sept 20–21, 7:30 pm Sat, Sept 22, 11:00 am & 2:00 pm $9–16, on sale Aug 6

Senior Dance Showcase A concert of diverse performances highlighting the artistry and stylistic voices of the graduating seniors.

Dance Studio Theatre, Richards Building Fri, Dec 7, 7:30 pm Sat, Dec 8, 2:00 pm Free

Senior Dance Showcase

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A concert of diverse performances highlighting the artistry and stylistic voices of the graduating seniors.

Dance Studio Theatre, Richards Building Fri, Mar 29, 7:30 pm Sat, Mar 30, 2:00 pm Free

DANCE CAMPS dancecamps.byu.edu

International Folk Dance Camp Jun 17–19

Advanced Ballet Intensive Jul 8–Jul 19

Clog, Tap, Step Dance Camp Jun 20–22

Adult Ballroom Dance Camp Jul 29–Aug 2

Contemporary Dance Intensive Jun 24–Jul 5

Youth Ballroom Dance Camp Aug 5–8

Intermediate Ballet Intensive Jul 22–Aug 2

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Dance Medley A workshop that explores different dance styles to help youth ages 11–18 identify potential areas of interest.

Jul 10–12 BYU Youth Dancesport Youth ages 10–18 prepare for local and regional ballroom competitions.

Aug–Sept

Chidren's Creative Dance Participants ages 3–18 learn through movement the basics of rhythm, create innovative compositions, and develop excellent performance skills.

Sept 10–May 11

Ballet Showcase Suzi Wood, artistic director Ballet Showcase presents engaging classical and contemporary choreography by ballet faculty and students.

Dance Studio Theatre, Richards Building Fri–Sat, Nov 16–17, 7:30 pm Sat, Nov 17, 2:00 pm $7, on sale Oct 8

BYU Ballet in Concert: Sleeping Beauty Shayla Bott, artistic director BYU Theatre Ballet presents Sleeping Beauty to the magical score by Tchaikovsky. Don't miss the chance to be drawn into this enchanted story full of fairies, princesses, an evil spell, and exceptional dancing! The concert will also feature the modern masterpiece, Reflections, by Gerald Arpino.

Arrive early in your royal best for the Prince and Princess Party prior to the performances. de Jong Concert Hall Thurs–Sat, Feb 28–Mar 2, 7:30 pm Sat, Mar 2, 2:00 pm $16, on sale Nov 19 $2 off with BYU or student ID $7 off for children ages 2–11

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BYU DEPARTMENT OF DANCE

BYU Dancesport Championships

US National Amateur Dancesport Championships

BYU Ballroom Dance in Concert

The BYU Dancesport Championships is one of the most exciting amateur competitions in the Intermountain West. This two-day event offers a culminating experience for students enrolled in ballroom dance classes during fall semester and attracts dancers of all levels and ages who participate in ballroom and Latin dance competitions.

Hosted by BYU, this competition draws the top amateur ballroom dancers from across the United States, who vie for national titles in all categories of ballroom dance, including Latin, ballroom, rhythm, smooth, and formation team. Additionally, BYU students compete in class competitions as a culminating experience for winter semester. Known as one of the premier amateur dance competitions in the world, it is enthusiastically received by thousands of fans in the Marriott Center.

Members of the BYU Ballroom Dance Company enthusiastically present their annual concert. This fast-paced, entertaining show promises to thrill audiences as highly skilled ballroom dancers present creative choreography in stunning costumes to beautiful music.

Wilkinson Student Center Ballroom Fri–Sat, Nov 9–10, all day Tickets: TBA

Marriott Center Fri–Sat, Apr 12–13, 7:30 pm Sat, Apr 13, 2:00 pm $20, on sale Feb 4

BALLROOM Jaren Wilkey/BYU

Marriott Center Wed–Sat, Mar 6–9, all day Tickets: TBA

Curt Holman, artistic director

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Kate Monson, artistic director dancEnsemble students participate in an intensive process of workshopping and faculty mentoring to create a refined and enjoyable contemporary modern dance program that embodies the eclectic voices of each student.

Dance Studio Theatre, Richards Building Fri–Sat, Nov 9–10, 7:30 pm Sat, Nov 10, 2:00 pm $7, on sale Oct 8

BYU Contemporary Dance in Concert

dancEnsemble

Nathan Balser, artistic director

dancEnsemble students participate in an intensive process of workshopping and faculty mentoring to create a refined and enjoyable contemporary modern dance program that embodies the eclectic voices of each student.

This concert showcases contemporary dance that is innovative, accessible, and enriching. Come celebrate the human experience through dance works presented by BYU Contemporary Dance Theatre as they share Martha Graham's choreographic masterpiece, Dark Meadows. Additionally, faculty members Kori Wakamatsu and Marin Roper will present two new works alongside internationally ranked guest artists Jenn Freeman, Laja Field, Martin Durov, and Brandon Welch. A concert not to be missed.

Pardoe Theatre Thurs–Sat, Feb 7–9, 7:30 pm Sat, Feb 9, 2:00 pm $13, on sale Nov 19

Kate Monson, artistic director

Dance Studio Theatre, Richards Building Fri–Sat, Mar 22–23, 7:30 pm Sat, Mar 23, 2:00 pm $7, on sale Feb 4

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Christmas Around the World Jeanette Geslison, artistic director The concert features the rich ethnic diversity of the world through captivating choreography with more than 200 dancers, singers, and musicians in colorful costumes.

Pre-show festival in the concourse starting one hour prior to concert.

Marriott Center Fri–Sat, Nov 30–Dec 1, 7:30 pm Sat, Dec 1, 2:00 pm $16–22, on sale Oct 8 $5 off with BYU or student ID

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Living Legends Janielle Christensen, artistic director Living Legends captures the essence of the ancient and modern culture in a panorama of Latin American, Native American, and Polynesian song and dance. Traditions come to life as talented descendants of these cultures blend authentic choreography, intricate costumes, and heart-pounding music into one captivating show.

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Instrumental Showcase*

BYU Wind Symphony*

BYU Wind Symphony Philharmonic Symphonic Band Symphony Orchestra

Donald Peterson, conductor

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Sept 28, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Aug 6

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BYU Symphonic Band and Concert Choir*

BYU Cougar Marching Band*

Celebrations!

Join the Wind Symphony as it celebrates Bernstein's Candide Suite, Debussy's Engulfed Cathedral, J. S. Bach's Fantasia and Fugue in C Minor, as well as newer works from Percy Grainger, Cindy McTee, and Michael Berry.

Kirt Saville, conductor

Join the BYU Cougar Marching Band for the loudest concert on campus consisting of fan favorites, songs from the season’s half-time shows, and more!

de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Nov 1, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Sept 3 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Nov 7, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Sept 3

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Americana!

America's music—from the serious to the whimsical. The BYU Concert Choir will join us for a presentation of Randall Thompson's Frostiana for choir and wind band.

Fred McInnis, director

de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Nov 13, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Oct 7

BYU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band*

BYU Wind Symphony*

BYU Wind Symphony*

Donald Peterson, conductor

Donald Peterson, conductor

Donald Peterson, conductor Kirt Saville, conductor

Band Music from Around the World France, Australia, Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands are among the countries represented in this concert. Join us for wind band repertoire with an international flavor, as well as Traveler by David Maslanka.

This Is Us! Join the Wind Symphony for an evening of great music, great artists, and VARIETY. The evening will include new faculty trumpet artist, Jason Bergman, as well as guest conductor Rosalind Hall, and some soulful Georgia on My Mind to round out the evening.

Concert band and holiday classics including our annual combined performance of Alfred Reed’s “Russian Christmas Music.” The concert will also feature new tuba faculty member, Dan Bryce. de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Dec 6, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Nov 5

BYU Symphonic Band* Kirt Saville, conductor Unexpected Love Songs Join us for an evening of music dedicated to this special holiday.

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Feb 15, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Nov 19 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

University Bands Fred McInnis, conductor Nicolás Ayala Alan Simpson de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Apr 2, 7:30 pm $4, on sale Mar 11

S BAND de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Feb 14, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Nov 19

The BYU School of Music thanks Zions Bank for its generous support.

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Apr 12, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Mar 11 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

BYU Symphonic Band* Kirt Saville, conductor Medieval Might of Sword and Stone Music inspired by medieval themes de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Apr 17, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Mar 11 *LIVE STREAMING To learn more, visit liveconcerts.byu.edu.

BYU Student Music Pass $35: two tickets for 50 performances

Purchase your BYU Student Music Pass now at byuarts.com. Claim your tickets at the BYU Ticket Office when they go on sale. See pp. 24–40 for event descriptions and on sale dates. Tickets subject to availability. Exclusive offer to current BYU students. Card and tickets non-transferable.

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BYU School of Music performances in the Harris Fine Arts Center, Sept 2018–June 2019, excluding Celebration of Christmas, Broadway Revue, Wonderland, and Young Ambassador's (Fri–Sat, Jan 18–19 evening performances).

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Choir Showcase BYU Singers Concert Choir Men’s Chorus Women’s Chorus de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Oct 2, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Aug 6

BYU Men’s Chorus and Women’s Chorus* Rosalind Hall, conductor Jean Applonie, conductor de Jong Concert Hall Fri–Sat, Nov 2–3, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Sept 3 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

BYU Singers and Concert Choir* Celebration of Christmas* Andrew Crane, conductor Rosalind Hall, conductor

BYU Combined Choirs and Philharmonic

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Nov 9, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Oct 7 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

de Jong Concert Hall Fri–Sat, Nov 30–Dec 1, 7:30 pm Sat, Dec 1, 3:00 pm $17, on sale Oct 14 $5 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

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University Chorale

BYU Women’s Chorus*

Paul Broomhead, conductor Wenhao Mu, conductor

Jean Applonie, conductor

de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Dec 11, 7:30 pm $4, on sale Nov 5

Winter Choirfest* BYU Singers Concert Choir Men’s Chorus Women’s Chorus de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Feb 12, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Nov 19 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

BYU Singers and Concert Choir Andrew Crane, conductor Rosalind Hall, conductor St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 65 East 500 North, Orem Wed, Mar 20, 7:30 pm, Free

de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, March 28, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Feb 4 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

BYU Men’s Chorus* Rosalind Hall, conductor de Jong Concert Hall Wed–Thurs, Apr 3–4, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Mar 11 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

University Chorale Paul Broomhead, conductor Heather Christiansen, conductor de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Apr 16, 7:30 pm $4, on sale Mar 11

MUSIC CAMPS BYU Musicians’ Institute Institute focuses on elite musicians in the performance of chamber music and solo literature for winds, brass, piano and strings, as well as jazz combos and jazz improvisation. Audition is required. (age 14–18) June 11–15 BYU Musicians' SummerFestival Summerfest is a six-day camp for talented musicians ages 14–18. Improve your musical skills with other young musicians from across the country.

June 17–22 summerfestival.byu.edu Young Ambassadors’ Singing Entertainers Workshop Two programs for ages 14–18.

July 8–13; 15–20 yase.byu.edu ReMix Vocal Academy Two vocal camp programs for ReMix for youth 13–18.

July 15–20; 22–27

Michael G. Handley

To learn about auditions for BYU choirs, visit byuchoirs.com.

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Jazz Showcase BYU Synthesis Jazz Ensemble BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices) Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Oct 3, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Aug 6

BYU Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band Kristen Bromley, director Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Nov 2, 7:30 pm, Free

BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices)

BYU Jazz Combo Night

Emily Merrell, director

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Nov 15, 7:30 pm, Free

Known for their evocative storytelling and lyric interpretation, BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices) creates complex harmonies, tight grooves, improvisation, and a unique combination of vocalists and instrumentalists.

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Nov 13, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Sept 3

BYU Jazz Ensemble* Mark Ammons, director de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Nov 14, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Oct 7

Ray Smith, director

BYU Synthesis* Ray Smith, director Celebrating 50 years of jazz at BYU with founders Newell Dayley and Robert Campbell, and guests galore. de Jong Concert Hall Fri–Sat, Nov 16–17, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Oct 7 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival with Synthesis* Ray Smith, director Featuring Terell Stafford and Derek Brown de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Feb 16, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Nov 19 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

BYU Jazz Ensemble* Mark Ammons, director de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Mar 20, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Feb 4

BYU Jazz Lab Band David Faires, director

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Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Nov 28, 7:30 pm, Free

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BYU Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band Kristen Bromley, director Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Mar 21, 7:30 pm, Free

BYU Jazz Combo Night Ray Smith, director Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Mar 26, 7:30 pm, Free

BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices) Emily Merrell, director Known for their evocative storytelling and lyric interpretation, BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices) creates complex harmonies, tight grooves, improvisation, and a unique combination of vocalists and instrumentalists.

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Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Mar 29, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Feb 4

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ORCHE

Instrumental Showcase*

Theodora*

BYU Wind Symphony Philharmonic Symphonic Band Symphony Orchestra

Music by George Frideric Handel Alexander Woods, conductor BYU Baroque Ensemble Joshua Linday, director

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Sept 28, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Aug 6

Handel’s Messiah is considered a masterpiece, beloved throughout the world. Yet, there is another work that was Handel’s favorite: Theodora. This dramatic oratorio, staged as an opera, is based on the true story about the religious oppression of a 4th-century Christian women who stands up for her religious beliefs and defies the governmental edict to make a sacrifice to pagan gods.

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de Jong Concert Hall Fri–Sat, Oct. 19–20 7:30 pm Fri–Sat, Oct 26–27, 7:30 pm $16, on sale Aug 6 $3–4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

BYU Symphony Orchestra*

BYU Symphony Orchestra*

Christian Smith, conductor

University Orchestra and University Strings

de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Nov 8, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Sept 3

de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Dec 8, 2:00 pm $4, on sale Nov 5

Symphony Concerto Night

BYU Philharmonic*

BYU Philharmonic*

Kory Katseanes, conductor

Kory Katseanes, conductor

BYU Symphony Orchestra*

Kory Katseanes, conductor

Happy Anniversary Debussy Berlioz: Le Corsair Overture Schumann: Cello Concerto Michelle Kesler, cello Debussy: La Mer

From Germany to Argentina Williams: Symphony no. 2 Roberto Buffo, guest conductor Brahms: Symphony no. 3

Christian Smith, conductor

Mahler: Symphony no. 9

de Jong Concert Hall Fri, Mar 29, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Feb 4

de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Apr 9, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Mar 11 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Nov 15, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Oct 7 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

Celebration of Christmas* BYU Philharmonic and Combined Choirs de Jong Concert Hall Fri–Sat, Nov 30–Dec 1, 7:30 pm Sat, Dec 1, 3:00 pm $17, on sale Oct 14 $5 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Feb 13, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Nov 19 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

BYU Philharmonic* Kory Katseanes, conductor Evening of Concertos de Jong Concert Hall Tue, Mar 5, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Feb 4 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

Christian Smith, conductor

de Jong Concert Hall Thurs, Mar 7, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Feb 4

BYU Chamber Orchestra*

University Orchestra and University Strings de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Mar 30, 2:00 pm $4, on sale Feb 4

BYU Philharmonic*

Kory Katseanes, conductor All American Jubilee Williams: Liberty Fanfare Williams: With Malice Towards None, from Lincoln Bernstein: Overture to West Side Story Nelson: Savannah River Holiday Copland: Suite from Billy the Kid de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Mar 30, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Feb 4 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

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Young Artists of Voice

Music by George Frideric Handel Alexander Woods, conductor BYU Baroque Ensemble Joshua Linday, director

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Thurs, Sat, Jan 22, 24, 26 7:30 pm, Free

Handel’s Messiah is considered a masterpiece, beloved throughout the world. Yet, there is another work that was Handel’s favorite: Theodora. This dramatic oratorio, staged as an opera, is based on the true story about the religious oppression of a 4th-century Christian women who stands up for her religious beliefs and defies the governmental edict to make a sacrifice to pagan gods.

Opera Scenes

de Jong Concert Hall Fri–Sat, Oct. 19–20 7:30 pm Fri–Sat, Oct 26–27, 7:30 pm $16, on sale Aug 6 $3–4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

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P O ERA

Theodora*

Madsen Recital Hall Wed–Sat, Mar 6–9, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Feb 4

*LIVE STREAMING To learn more, visit liveconcerts.byu.edu.

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Young Ambassadors

Broadway Revue

BFA New York Showcase

Randy Boothe, artistic director Eric Hansen, music director

Pardoe Theatre Thurs–Fri, Apr 4–5, 7:00 pm & 9:00 pm $11, on sale Nov 20 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

A preview of performances by the BFA acting and music dance theatre (MDT) seniors who will travel to New York to present songs, scenes, and dances as an audition for industry producers and directors.

Welcome Home Presenting their new production, Welcome Home, BYU Young Ambassadors deliver dynamic choreography and an eclectic musical lineup of international hits featuring music by Billy Joel, Rascal Flatts, Justin Timberlake, Judy Garland, Chicago, Brad Paisley, and Frank Sinatra.

Broadway show tunes from Hamilton, Footloose, Aladdin, In the Heights, Singin’ in the Rain, and The Wizard of Oz represent decades of the best in entertainment. BYU Young Ambassadors invite you to a family celebration with their new musical revue­­—Welcome Home.

Pardoe Theatre Wed–Sat, Jan 16–19, 7:30 pm Sat, Jan 19, 2:00 pm $13, on sale Nov 19 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

MUSIC DANCE TH ATRE Nelke Theatre Wed–Thurs, Apr 10–11 7:00 pm & 9:00 pm $6, on sale Feb 4

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Brassworks

Groove Axis Jazz Trio

Jason Bergman, trumpet Seretta Hart, trumpet Laurence Lowe, horn Will Kimball, trombone Dan Bryce, tuba

Kristen Bromley, guitar Eric Hansen, bass Matt Coleman, drums

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Oct 9, 7:30 pm

Faculty Composition Recital

Laurence Lowe and Woodsmusick Ensemble

Sundance Trio Geralyn Giovannetti, oboe Christian Smith, bassoon Jed Moss, piano

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Oct 23, 7:30 pm, Free

Aubrey Woods, violin Alexander Woods, violin Rex Woods, violin Laurence Lowe, composer/horn Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Oct 11, 7:30 pm, Free

New chamber works by BYU faculty composers Christian Asplund, Michael Hicks, Stephen Jones, Steven Ricks, and Neil Thornock.

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Oct 25, 7:30 pm, Free

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Jason Bergman, trumpet

Debussy Centenary Concert

Featuring the Deseret String Quartet performing Quartet in G Minor, op. 10, with students and faculty performing piano pieces, songs and chamber music of Claude Debussy (1862–1918).

Faculty Chamber Alexander Woods, violin Scott Holden, piano Jared Pierce, piano Stephen Beus, piano

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Nov 1, 7:30 pm, Free

The complete sonatas for violin and piano of Johannes Brahms

Romantic Trumpet

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Jan 15, 7:30 pm, Free

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Oct 16, 7:30 pm, Free

Brassworks

Featuring the Utah premiere of the winning 2016 Barlow competition prize entitled Late Show, as well as the music of BYU faculty composers Neil Thornock and Christian Asplund.

Orpheus Winds

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Oct 2, 7:30 pm, Free

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Oct 17, 7:30 pm, Free

April Clayton, flute Geralyn Giovannetti, oboe Christian Smith, bassoon Laurence Lowe, horn

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Jason Hardink, piano Aubrey Woods, violin

Christian Smith, bassoon Jared Pierce, piano Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Nov 9, 7:30 pm, Free

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American Piano Quartet

de Jong Concert Hall Wed, Dec 5, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Nov 5

Jared Pierce, piano

Alexander Woods, violin

Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Nov 10, 7:30 pm, Free

Scott Holden Jeffrey Shumway Del Parkinson Jared Pierce

Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Debussy's Death

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Sept 27, 7:30 pm, Free

Stephen Beus, piano

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Jason Bergman, trumpet Seretta Hart, trumpet Laurence Lowe, horn Will Kimball, trombone Dan Bryce, tuba Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Jan 25, 7:30 pm, Free

Ray Smith, saxophone Ron Saltmarsh, guitar Steve Lindeman, piano Eric Hansen, bass Jay Lawrence, drums

Nelke Theatre Fri, Feb 22, 7:30 pm, Free

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Jan 30, 7:30 pm, Free

Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Feb 15, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Nov 19

Deseret String Quartet Alexander Woods, violin Monte Belknap, violin Claudine Bigelow, viola Michelle Kesler, cello

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Mar 13, 7:30 pm, Free

American Piano Quartet Scott Holden Jeffrey Shumway Del Parkinson Jared Pierce

C FA ULTY ARTISTS

Kerilyn Johnson, voice

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Lex B. Anderson

Q’d Up

Jared Pierce, piano Evening of Chopin Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Mar 2, 7:30 pm, Free

Kristen Bromley, guitar Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Feb 21, 7:30 pm, Free

Orpheus Winds April Clayton, flute Jaren Hinckley, clarinet Geralyn Giovannetti, oboe Christian Smith, bassoon Laurence Lowe, horn Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Mar 12, 7:30 pm, Free

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NEW ALBUMS IN 2018

BYU SYNTHESIS

Q’D UP

Downtime: Live on Tour in the Baltic States & Scandinavia

Never Better

Join Synthesis on a musical tour with live recordings in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, and Sweden. This album includes classics from the likes of Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin, Charlie Parker, and Stevie Wonder as well as fantastic original compositions from veteran band members.

Q’d Up’s fifth studio album features music that is stimulating, thought provoking, and entertaining. Joined by several guests, including guitarist Corey Christiansen, trombonist Wycliffe Gordon, and violinist Monte Belknap, each member of BYU’s faculty jazz quintet contributes a fresh sound, presence, and perspective.

BYU VOCAL POINT

SCOTT HOLDEN

Music Video Hits, Vol. 2

The Unknown Galaxy: A Century of Classical Mormon Music

This album features two medleys from the hit movies The Greatest Showman and Beauty and the Beast (featuring guest vocalist Lexi Walker). Also included are beloved Christian songs “It Is Well with My Soul,” “In Christ Alone,” and “I Stand All Amazed”; “You Will Be Found” from the Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen; and a mashup of EDM favorites.

A reflection of the musical trends of the last 100 years, this album highlights the diversity of composers from within the large demographic of the LDS Church.

It particularly focuses on music that showcases the expressive and virtuosic potential of the piano. (This album is part of the Heritage Series.)

BYU YOUNG AMBASSADORS

UPCOMING 2018–19 ALBUMS

Welcome Home

• 10/5/2018—BYU Syncopation (formerly BYU Jazz Voices) Debut vocal jazz album on BYU Records

A fun kaleidoscope of family entertainment, this album features a musical lineup of international hits originally performed by the likes of Judy Garland and Frank Sinatra as well as Broadway show tunes from popular musicals such as Hamilton, In the Heights, Singin’ in the Rain, and The Wizard of Oz.

WATCH RECENT MUSIC VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE

BYU VOCAL POINT

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The Greatest Showman A Cappella Mashup In Christ Alone

BYU NOTEWORTHY

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When You Believe How Great Thou Art You’ll Be in My Heart

• 11/9/2018—BYU Combined Choirs and Orchestra Newest Celebration of Christmas release featuring recordings from the 2016 and 2017 Christmas concerts • 11/16/2018—Ralph Woodward / BYU A Cappella Choir A 100-year tribute to the BYU choral conductor’s legacy • 3/29/2019—Lea Salonga with the BYU Chamber Orchestra Live concert recording from the Philippines

BYU MEN’S CHORUS

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Baba Yetu (feat. Alex Boyé)

BYU SINGERS

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One Sweet Little Baby

BYU YOUNG AMBASSADORS

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Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down) Chigago Medley (YA Band)

BYU COMBINED CHOIRS

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Wishes and Candles

BYU MUSIC GROUP —which consists of BYU Records and Tantara Records—produces and markets BYU albums and music videos for distribution throughout

the world. CDs and DVDs can be purchased online at BYUMusicStore.com and Amazon.com, by calling 1-800-879-1555, or in person at the BYU Store, Deseret Book, and Seagull Book. Albums can also be downloaded and streamed from iTunes, Spotify, Google Play, and other major digital platforms.

Beverley Taylor Sorenson Foundation

Make family memories by attending the Family Concert Series, created to introduce the joy of music to children. All family members are encouraged to attend, even infants! Thanks to a generous grant from the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Foundation, all Family Concert Series events are free. No tickets required.

Musical Inspirations

Sing a Story

SUPERcussion!

Musical Contrasts

BYU Philharmonic Kory Katseanes, conductor

BYU Opera Joshua Lindsay, director

BYU Percussion Ensemble Matt Coleman, director

BYU Wind Symphony Donald Peterson, conductor

Move, clap, follow musical maps, and have a great time as the BYU Philharmonic Orchestra and director Kory Katseanes explore the inspirations behind some of the greatest hits in music history. The whole family will have a wonderful time! After the concert you can visit with the musicians and their instruments on stage.

You and your family are invited to experience the amazing storytelling world of opera with BYU Opera and director Joshua Lindsay. Ride the roller coaster of imagination created by famous composers, poetic librettists, emotionally powerful singers, expressive instrumentalists, elegant costume designers, illuminating lighting designers, and much, much more!

Bring your binoculars and discover how captivating, fascinating, and intriguing the world of opera can be!

Experience the crash of the cymbals, the boom of the drums, and a stage full of other percussive sounds! Join director Matt Coleman and the BYU Percussion Ensemble to explore the wonderful world of percussion instruments in a concert that you and your whole family will love. Come on stage after the concert to play and hear the instruments up close.

Loud, soft! High, low! Fast, slow!

Thrilling, calm! Scary, happy! Bring your family along for an exciting journey through amazing musical contrasts, with director Donald Peterson and the BYU Wind Symphony as your guides. Meet the instruments and the players up close and personal after the concert!

de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Sept 29, 11:00 am

de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Mar 16, 11:00 am

de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Apr 13, 11:00 am

de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Oct 27, 11:00 am

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Group for New Music

Group for New Music

Faculty and student performers present works by BYU faculty composers, guest composers, and prominent composers who have made significant contributions to experimental and art music in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Faculty and student performers present works by BYU faculty composers, guest composers, and prominent composers who have made significant contributions to experimental and art music in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Nov 8, 7:30 pm, Free

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Mar 19, 7:30 pm, Free

Student Composers Showcase

Student Composers Showcase

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Nov 29, 7:30 pm, Free

Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Apr 16, 7:30 pm, Free

NEW MUSIC

Utah Crosstalk

Evening of Percussion*

Electronic works from the studios at BYU and the U of U.

BYU Percussion Ensemble Matt Coleman, director

Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Jan 12, 7:30, Free

*LIVE STREAMING To learn more, visit liveconcerts.byu.edu.

Gamelan Bintang Wahyu Jeremy Grimshaw, director Panoramic Steel Darren Bastian, director de Jong Concert Hall Sat, Nov 10, 7:30 pm $11, on sale Oct 7 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

Evening of Percussion* BYU Percussion Ensemble Matt Coleman, director Gamelan Bintang Wahyu Jeremy Grimshaw, director Panoramic Steel Darren Bastian, director

PER CUSSION

Adam Grimshaw

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GUEST ARTIST

Double Reed Round Up Mark Ostoich, oboe College-Conservatory of Music, University of Cincinnati Richard Beene, bassoon Colburn Conservatory Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Oct 26, 7:30 pm, Free

American Piano Duo Meets BYU Percussion Del Parkinson , piano Jeffrey Shumway, piano Matt Coleman, percussion Darren Bastian, percussion The recital will feature the world premiere of a newly-commissioned work for two pianists and two percussionists by the highlyregarded young Australian composer, Luke Styles. The centerpiece of the program will be the masterwork Sonata for Two Pianos and Percussion by Béla Bartók. The entire program consists of music written in the past 100 years. The pianists will be spotlighted in the gorgeous La valse by Maurice Ravel.

Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Feb 2, 7:30 pm, Free

Primrose Memorial Concert

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Garth Knox, viola Royal Academy of Music, London The Primrose Memorial Concert honors legendary violist William Primrose (1904–1982).

Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Feb 23, 7:30 pm, Free

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OcTUBAfest

String Chamber Night

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs–Sat, Oct 18–20, 7:30 pm, Free

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Dec 5, 5:30 pm, Free

TubaChristmas Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Dec 1, 12:00 pm, Free

Saxophone Chamber Night Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Nov 27, 7:30 pm, Free

Woodwind Chamber Night Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Dec 4, 6:00 pm, Free

Brass Chamber Night Madsen Recital Hall Tues, Dec 4, 8:00 pm, Free

MUSIC EVENTS

Flute Choir Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Dec 5, 8:00 pm, Free

Songwriters Showcase Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Dec 7, 7:30 pm, Free

Harp Solo and Ensemble Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Dec 8, 7:00 pm, Free

Folk Music Ensemble

Folk Music Ensemble

Woodwind Chamber Night

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Dec 12, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Oct 8

Madsen Recital Hall Fri, Mar 1, 7:30 pm $7, on sale Feb 4

Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Apr 10, 6:00 pm, Free

Harp Solo and Ensemble Madsen Recital Hall Sat, Mar 23, 3:00 pm, Free

Songwriters Showcase Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Mar 27, 7:30 pm, Free

Saxophone Chamber Night Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Mar 28, 5:30 pm, Free

Trombone Choir

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Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Mar 28, 8:00 pm, Free

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Brass Chamber Night Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Apr 10, 8:00 pm, Free

String Chamber Night Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Apr 11, 5:30 pm, Free

Flute Choir Madsen Recital Hall Wed, Apr 11, 8:00 pm, Free

Join the Knight Society.

Include BYU in your will.

Jim and Sandy Cook Lodi, California Knight Society Chairs

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e’re Jim and Sandy Cook, and we’re volunteer chairs for the Jesse and Amanda Knight Society at Brigham Young University. If you are interested in carrying your legacy forward at Brigham Young University, it’s not too early to do so. The Jesse and Amanda Knight Society provides a simple way for you to contribute and join, regardless of what phase of life you are in, by including BYU in your • will • life insurance policy

• trust • retirement account

• annuity • POD account

There are no dues, and disclosing the amount of your donation is optional (though helpful). We invite members to a luncheon on campus in the fall that always features a very interesting special guest. We’d love it if you could join us! We encourage you to become a part of this wonderful society and rub shoulders with others who embrace the vision of BYU. Please call 801-356-5251, email legacy@ldschurch.org, or visit give.byu.edu/knight18 to learn more about being a member.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely, J I M A N D S A N DY C O O K Knight Society Chairs

BYU DEPARTMENTE OF THEATRE AND MEDIA ARTS

BYU Young Company

The World’s Strongest Librarian BYU Department of Theatre and Media Arts

By Jeff Gottesfeld & Elizabeth Wong From the book by Josh Hanagarne Directed by Adam Houghton

The World’s Strongest Librarian

Recently winning the American Alliance for Theatre & Education's Distinguished Play Award, this play is based on the real life of Salt Lake City's most famous librarian, Josh Hanagarne. Perfect for all ages, this story shows how the superpowers of learning and human kindness are as important as physical strength.

Book By Josh Hanagarne Adapted By Jeff Gottesfeld & Elizabeth Wong

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Sept 28– Oct 13 Nelke Theatre “The World’s Strongest Librarian” is produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.

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“The World’s Strongest Librarian” is produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.

Nelke Theatre Sept 28, Oct 4–5, 10–12, 7:00 pm Sept 29, Oct 13, 2:00 & 4:00 pm ASL interpreted Oct 4 No school matinee Recommended for ages 6+ $7–8, on sale Aug 6 $2 off for children ages 6–11

New Work

Microburst Theatre

By BYU Student Playwrights Directed by George Nelson Short, thought-provoking, and funny plays take center stage in this annual showcase of new work by aspiring BYU student writers.

Nelke Theatre Oct 18–20, 7:30 pm Oct 20, 2:00 pm Recommended for ages 12+ $6, on sale Sept 3

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Drama

The Mousetrap

By Agatha Christie Directed by David Morgan

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The Mousetrap

By Agatha Christie

Trapped in a local bed and breakfast by a snowstorm, a group of strangers is horrified to learn there is a murderer in their midst.

Join us for the longest-running play of the modern era, a tale of suspense and terror that ends as shockingly today as it did in 1952.

“The Mousetrap” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

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Pardoe Theatre Oct 26–27, 31–Nov 3, 6–10, 7:30 pm Oct 27, Nov 3, 2:00 pm ASL interpreted Nov 8 Post-show discussions Nov 1, 8 Recommended for ages 10+ $23–26, on sale Sept 3 $4 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or alumni

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Grace and her friends—factory workers who paint the faces of radium-fluorescent watches—fight for their day in court when they all begin to fall ill with a mysterious disease. With nine actors playing 38 roles, Radium Girls is a fastpaced snapshot of the true story of what happens when the American dream bumps up against the realities of health, wealth, and big business.

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Musical

Wonderland Music by Frank Wildhorn Lyrics by Jack Murphy Original book by Gregory Boyd and Jack Murphy UK Adaptation by Robert Hudson Directed by Tim Threlfall Choreographed by Nathan Balsar Music Direction by Gayle Lockwood From the team that brought you the BYU smash hit The Count of Monte Cristo, this new musical takes Lewis Carroll's classic story and sets it in present day New York. Jump down the rabbit hole to discover this inspirational story of love, redemption, and the power of imagination.

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WonderLand Music By Frank Wildhorn Lyrics By Jack Murphy Original Book By Gregory Boyd and Jack Murphy UK Adaptation By Robert Hudson

Jan 24–Feb 2 de Jong Concert Hall

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de Jong Concert Hall Jan 24–26, 29–Feb 2, 7:30 pm Jan 26, Feb 2, 2:00 pm ASL interpreted Jan 31 Post-show discussions Jan 24, 31 Recommended for ages 8+ $23–26, on sale Nov 19 $4 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens and alumni

BYU Young Company

Comedy of Errors

By William Shakespeare Directed by Kris Jennings Bring your whole family to this zany adaption of one of Shakespeare's most famous comedies! Featuring two sets of twins, all separated at birth, two rival cities, one happy ending, and plenty of confusion along the way, this production will explore what it really means to be family while keeping you laughing from beginning to end.

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Comedy of ErroRs

By William Shakespeare

Nelke Theatre Feb 6–9, 13–16, 7:00 pm Feb 9, 16, 2:00 pm & 4:00 pm ASL interpreted Feb 14 Recommended for ages 6+ $7–8, on sale Nov 19

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Play Reading Series

Contemporary Voices: Play Readings from Awardwinning Scripts Join us for an evening of script-inhand readings of award-winning plays that intrigue, provoke, and enlighten. These performances are part of BYU Theatre’s mission to develop the best art and artists.

The readings will be from largely unedited scripts that allow the audience to engage with the work of master playwrights whose important voices might otherwise not be heard in our university community. Every performance will be followed by a lively discussion with audience and performers.

BYU Department of Theatre and Media Arts

Contemporary Voices: Play Readings from Award-winning Scripts

Nelke Theatre All performances at 7:30 pm Recommended for ages 14+ $3, on sale Feb 4 Package: All 3 plays for $7 (same weekend only)

Doubt: A Parable

by John Patrick Shanley Directed by Tim Threlfall Feb 28 & March 8

Company«

Feb 28–Mar 9 Nelke Theatre

with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by George Furth Directed by David Morgan and Megan Sanborn Jones March 1 & 9

Water by the Spoonful«

by Quiara Alegría Hudes Directed by Jennifer Reed March 2 & 7

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Comedy

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead

By Tom Stoppard Directed by TBA This Tony Award-winning modern masterpiece follows the classic story of Hamlet as seen through the eyes of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, two minor characters in Shakespeare's play. Sometimes funny, sometimes tragic, and always philosophical, Stoppard's most popular work forces us to confront the power of life and the meaning of death.

BYU Department of Theatre and Media Arts

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern

“Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. Pardoe Theatre Mar 8–9, 12–16, 20–23, 7:30 pm Mar 9, 16, 2:00 pm ASL interpreted Mar 14 Post-show discussions Mar 14, 21 Recommended for ages 10+ $13–16, on sale Feb 4 $4 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or alumni

Are Dead

Mar 8–23, Pardoe Theatre

By Tom Stoppard

“Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.

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Westminster College Classical Greek Theatre Festival

BYU Theatre

Women of Trachis

Season Ticket

By Sophcles Because of her beauty, Deianeira, the wife of Herakles, had been sought by many suitors. One of these, the centaur Nessos, was killed by Herakles, who then claimed her as his bride. Years later she and her children are exiles in Trachis because of an act of violence by Herakles. Alone now for over a year, she wonders what has become of Herakles and sends her son Hyllos to find out. News arrives that he has conquered the city of king Eurytas in Euboia, and captives arrive from that sack, including Iole, the king’s daughter. Deianeira learns from Lichas the Herakles has sacked the city, not because he had been insulted, but because he wanted the king’s daughter. In jealous despair, she send Herakles a robe anointed with blood from the centaur’s wound, which turns out not to be the love charm she thought but an incurable poison. Hyllos brings news of what the robe has done to Herakles, and Deianeira kills herself with a sword. Herakles is brought onstage in great pain, cursing his wife and asking Hyllos to marry Iole and then to light the funeral pyre that will put him out of his agony.

—Storey & Allende de Jong Concert Hall Mon, Sept 24, 5:00 pm Free lecture 4:00 pm Recommended for ages 12+ $12, on sale Aug 6 $3 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or alumni

The subscription series includes four mainstage productions: The Mousetrap, Radium Girls, Wonderland, and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. The World’s Strongest Librarian, Comedy of Errors, and the additional events may be added to your package as bonus productions.

Subscribe today and receive these benefits: ave up to 47% off of full price tickets when you S subscribe. eceive the same reserved seats for most R performances before tickets go on sale to the general public—no waiting in line. rder additional tickets to other BYU Theatre O productions at discounted prices at the time of the season ticket purchase.

Final Cut Film Festival A annual showcase of studentmade films, featuring the best fictions, documentaries, commercials, animations, and more.

Pardoe Theatre Thurs–Sat, Nov 15–17, 7:00 & 9:00 pm $5, on sale Sept 3

E xchange your tickets for no cost for another performance of the same production at the Harris Fine Arts Center, Marriott Center, or by calling 801-422-2981. e in the know when you receive behind-theB scenes previews and advance study guides.

Become a season ticket holder at byuarts.com

THEATRE CAMPS Theatre and Sketch Comedy Participate in our tech and design, acting, musical theatre, or sketch comedy tracks and build your theatre skills through classroom and hands-on instruction in master classes, specialty classes, and rehearsals. Two-week summer program for beginning, intermediate, and seasoned high school theatre students, ages 14–18.

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OTHER EVENTS

BYU Noteworthy

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With nine female members, Noteworthy delivers a powerpacked concert that combines vocal percussion, humor, and a close harmony style that’s all their own. Noteworthy has appeared on NBC’s hit television show, The Sing–Off, and also won the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella.

Noteworthy’s varied repertoire includes rock, pop, country, jazz, R&B, spiritual, and other musical styles that appeal to a wide range of audiences. de Jong Concert Hall Tues, Nov 27, 7:30 pm $13, on sale Oct 8 $2 off with BYU or student ID

BYU’s famed a cappella group, Vocal Point, contains nine male members whose voices deliver a high-energy show that combines harmony, humor, and remarkable vocal percussion into a powerful style with unique personality. In 2015, Disneyland invited Vocal Point to celebrate its 60th anniversary. Vocal Point appeared on NBC’s hit television show, The Sing–Off, where they performed and were included in the top five final groups of this national a cappella competition; they later won the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella. Vocal Point’s varied repertoire including rock, pop, country, jazz, R&B, spiritual, and other musical styles, makes a memorable evening.

Pardoe Theatre Fri–Sat, Jan 11–12, 7:30 pm Sat, Jan 12, 2:00 pm $13, on sale Nov 20 $2 off with BYU or student ID

Great Projects Photography

BYU Vocal Point

Alumni Achievement Lecture

Cougarettes in Concert

Evening of Dance

Vai Sikahema

The Cougarettes are 17-time college dance team National Champions. This entertaining concert has something for everyone, including hip hop, jazz, contemporary, and more. If you’ve never seen Cougarettes in concert, you probably have no idea how truly talented this team of dancers is. Join us for a not-to-be-missed evening of dance and artistry.

Kathleen Sheffield, artistic director

Vai Sikahema is an Emmy awardwinning news anchor for NBC10 News Today in Philadelphia. He is a member of both the BYU Hall of Fame and the Philadelphia Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame.

Madsen Recital Hall Thurs, Oct 11, 11:00 am, Free

Covey Center for the Arts 425 W. Center St, Provo 801-852-7007 Wed–Sat, Feb 13–16, 7:30 pm

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Our Family Tree The Young DanceMakers presents a performance featuring 150 children, ages 6–18, who have created and choreographed their own dances. de Jong Concert Hall Fri–Sat, May 10–11, 7:30 pm $13, on sale Apr 1 Ages 3+ admitted

BYU MUSEUM OF ART

Admission Parking and general admission for the BYU Museum of Art is free, but some special exhibitions and academic symposia may require a paid ticket.

Contact moa.byu.edu 801-422-8287 moa@byu.edu

Museum Hours Mon, Thurs, Fri 10 am–9 pm

MOA Café Hours Mon, Wed—Fri 11 am–2 pm

Tues, Wed, Sat 10 am–6 pm

Tues 12 pm–2 pm

Sun Closed

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Through 2019

Plexus no. 29 Through November 2018

Pulitzer Prize Photographs July 23, 2018–March 3, 2019

Lasting Impressions: Etchings and Drawings

by Carl Bloch August 10, 2018–January 5, 2019

Iwo Jima, 1945, Joe Rosenthal/The Associated Press

For Home and Country: Posters and Propaganda from The Great War September 22, 2018–January 12, 2019

Danae Mattes: Where the River Widens Opening December 7, 2018

Contemporary artist Patrick Dougherty Opening December 7, 2018

After Promontory Opening March 29, 2019

Highlights from the MOA Collection of American Art Opening March 2019

Above all, Life! Mahonri Young’s Realist Vision Opening Spring 2019 All exhibitions and exhibitions dates are subject to change.

Nathalie Van Empel

Ernst Zimmermann, The Twelve-Year-Old Christ in the Temple, 1879, oil on canvas, 63 x 94 1/2 inches. Brigham Young University Museum of Art, purchased with funds provided by Roy and Carol Christensen.

To Magnify the Lord: Six Centuries of Art and Devotion

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GALLERY 303

Gallery 303 Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm

Student exhibitions rotate every two weeks, year-round. Request free monthly newsletter at gallery303@byu.edu.

Kathy Bill, Absentminded, 2017, installation and video

B. F. Larsen Gallery Mon–Sun 6 am–11 pm

DESIGN WEEK One-week overnight camp for youth ages 15–18 who love creating and being around others who love it too. Choose from three areas: graphic design, illustration, photography. BYU’s amazing professors will help you take your work and creativity to the next level. You will even have a chance to show off your work in a gallery show at the end of the week.

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Kinnect

Traditionz

Young Company

Museum of Art

The BYU Department of Dance sponsors Kinnect, a dance performance and teaching company that presents engaging assemblies and creative dance workshops in elementary schools and other community settings from March to May each year.

The BYU Department of Dance sponsors Traditionz, an ensemble of talented BYU folk dancers that presents an informative and entertaining assembly in public schools and venues throughout Utah.

The BYU Department of Theatre and Media Arts sponsors Young Company, a touring theatre for young audiences (TYA) program.

Young Company partners with local schools and community organizations to perform for thousands of young people each semester.

The BYU Museum of Art offers a robust array of educational experiences and resources for all ages, reaching university, family, K–12, and community audiences.

Education and programming at the MOA seek to provide patrons with engaging opportunities to connect with art, artists, scholars, and educators.

kinnect@byu.edu

traditionz@byu.edu

youngcompany@byu.edu

BYU ON-CAMPUS PERFORMANCES FOR SCHOOLS For reservations, please call 801-422-5632

Christmas Around the World Jeanette Geslison, artistic director The concert features the rich ethnic diversity of the world through captivating choreography with more than 200 dancers, singers, and musicians in colorful costumes.

Marriott Center Fri, Nov 30, 10:00–11:00 am Age 5–12 admitted $4 per ticket

The Man Who Planted Trees Jean Giono’s environmental classic comes to life in this Puppet State Theatre Company production filled with “laughs, heartbreak, war, regeneration, scented breezes, sparkling wit and the best puppet dog ever” (The Guardian). Children and grown-ups will be enthralled with this inspiring and hilarious tale that shows us the difference one man (and his dog!) can make in the world. Recommended for ages 4+ Nelke Theatre Fri, Jan 25, 10:00 am $4

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BYU Young DanceMakers Kathleen Sheffield, artistic director Our Family Tree The Young DanceMakers presents a performance featuring 150 children, ages 6–18, who have created and choreographed their own dances. de Jong Concert Hall Fri, May 10, 10:00 am Age 3+ admitted For price and reservations to this performance please, contact Elaine Bridges, (801) 422-6757

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