A PUBLICATION OF THE WAR MEMORIAL
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The Met Live in HD presents
PHILIP GLASS’ AKHNATEN | 5 Broadcast live from New York City | November 23
HOLIDAYS AT THE WAR MEMORIAL | 2 ARTS | CULTURE | FILM | 4 THE 24 HOUR WAR: FORD. FERRARI. FILM. FUNDRAISER. | 5 CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES | 6 UPCOMING EVENTS | 8
Tickets at www.warmemorial.org/holidays or 313.881.7511
HOLIDAYS AT THE WAR MEMORIAL Merry and bright feelings abound at the Alger House
'Tis the season at The War Memorial! We're busy as elves preparing another season of magical holiday events, just for you and your loved ones! SHAKESPEARE IN DETROIT PRESENTS
A CHRISTMAS CAROL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
This holiday season gather with friends, family, and Santa Claus as you enjoy a delicious breakfast at The War Memorial. Arriving via his famous helicopter, Santa joins guests as they dine on a yuletide feast prepared by The War Memorial’s incredible culinary team. Dress in your holiday best and prepare to snap a few photos of this memorable, picture-perfect morning! Following breakfast, visit with jolly St. Nick in The Patriot Theater as he reads one of his favorite Christmas stories, and enjoy a viewing of the classic animated film How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Note: Santa’s arrival via helicopter is weather dependent. WHEN TIME COST
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8 & SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15 Seatings at 10am and 12:30pm $25 per person
Your entire group must purchase tickets together. Tickets are available for groups of two through ten. If your group has more than ten guests, please contact Shawna Norris at 313.332.4074 to purchase your tickets.
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Charles Dickens’s classic yuletide tale of charity and redemption is beautifully adapted into a dramatic reading by Shakespeare in Detroit’s company of talented actors. Held in our historic 1910 estate with the quiet glow of a lovely fire and the comforting warmth of family and friends, you’re sure to feel the holiday spirit. You’ll be greeted with a complimentary cocktail and cookies, and you’ll leave the evening with a beautiful keepsake ornament. A full cash bar will be available all evening long. WHEN TIME COST
BEDTIME STORIES WITH SANTA
There is no better way to celebrate the holidays than with a cozy evening visiting jolly St. Nick himself! Dress the kids in their comfiest pajamas and let them snuggle up with their favorite stuffed toy as they join Santa Claus for a magical evening. Santa will read some of his beloved holiday stories, share tales about life at the North Pole, and snack on his favorite holiday treat…milk and cookies! Everyone will have an opportunity to share their wish list with Santa, making for the perfect holiday evening. WHEN
MONDAY, DECEMBER 23 7:30pm $30
Includes a welcome cocktail, cookies, and keepsake ornament
TIME COST
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, & THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19 7pm Children ages 4+ $13 Adults free
HOLIDAY YOUTH CLASSES HOLIDAY YOUTH ETIQUETTE TRAINING
This one-day seminar focuses on contemporary youth etiquette and dining skills. The class is highly interactive and fun, with an emphasis on leadership, character, and positive self-esteem.
Saturdays, 10am–12pm November 9 and 23 | December 7 and 14
CHRISTMAS CUTOUT SUGAR COOKIES
Immerse your child in the wonderful world of food with Chef Pam Gustairs’ Kid’s Cooking Series. Boost your child’s kitchen confidence with a class focused on cutout sugar cookies, royal icing, and decorating…all holiday themed!
Saturday, 10am–12pm December 14
HOLIDAY DAY TRIPS AND DAYCATIONS Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at The War Memorial with lunch and a movie. We are celebrating the holiday season with two of the most beloved films: White Christmas and It's A Wonderful Life.
WHITE CHRISTMAS
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 TIME COST
Lunch served at 11am; movie at 12:15pm
$25 per person
Group rates for 10+ are available Email dfry@warmemorial.org to learn more
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND LUNCH AT THE WHITNEY
Experience Detroit’s favorite holiday musical tradition with your family and friends as you join us for a day trip to The Max M. Fisher Music Center to enjoy Home for the Holidays! Stuart Chafetz leads a sparkling celebration with carols and classics that sells out year after year—and yes, Virginia, there will be a Santa Claus. After the performance, enjoy lunch at the historic Whitney. DATE TIME COST
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20 Check in at 9:30am
$105 per person
Includes bus transportation, performance, and lunch
More information at www.warmemorial.org/1000salutes or 313.881.7511
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CHRISTMAS SALUTES OUR HOLIDAY GIFT TO VETERANS, MORE EPIC THAN EVER BEFORE Entering its fifth year, 1,000 Christmas Salutes is The War Memorial’s annual holiday celebration designed to show appreciation for the service given and sacrifices made by area military members, veterans, and their families. This year promises to be more epic than ever before, as guests are transported to a galaxy far, far away for very special screenings of the latest movie in the Star Wars saga: The Rise of Skywalker. Over a two-week run at The Patriot Theater, armed services heroes and their families will be treated to free popcorn and special military pricing at the screening of their choice. 1,000 Christmas Salutes is part of The War Memorial’s Patriot Leadership Series, which also includes events such as the 9/11 Service of Remembrance; Veterans Day Breakfast; Our Community Salutes; An Evening of Red, White, and Blue; and our annual Memorial Day Service.
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MULTIPLE SHOWINGS LATE DECEMBER THROUGH EARLY JANUARY
Select evenings at 7pm; select matinees at 2pm
ABOUT THE PATRIOT LEADERSHIP SERIES AT THE WAR MEMORIAL A portion of all ticket and concession sales from 1,000 Christmas Salutes will go toward the Patriot Leadership Series at The War Memorial. This series of free public patriotic events seeks to build community while honoring those who served and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The War Memorial’s Patriot Leadership Series is supported by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan. NOVEMBER I DECEMBER 19
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Tickets available at www.warmemorial.org/arts or 313.881.7511 Valerie and Patrick Moran present
CHILLY SUNDAYS. HOT JAZZ.
An Evening with
DAVID SYME Concert Pianist
The Dave Bennett Winter Jazz Series
Back by popular demand, we’ve partnered with Detroit jazz legend Dave Bennett for another season of brunch concerts so hot they’ll melt the snow! Dave has curated a trifecta of incredible musicians, covering different facets of the jazz idiom from percussion to piano to clarinet. You’ll enjoy a gourmet brunch followed by the musical stylings of Detroit’s inimitable jazz masters.
JAZZ DRUMS SEAN DOBBINS Sunday, January 12
JAZZ PIANO CLIFF MONEAR Sunday, February 23
VIP reception at 7pm l Concert at 8pm
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VIP tickets $50 Including a private reception
before the concert featuring a hosted bar, hors d’oeuvres, and preferred seating at the concert
For over 25 years, the Gryphon Trio has firmly established itself as one of the world’s preeminent piano trios, garnering acclaim and impressing international audiences with its refined, dynamic and memorable performances. This special evening’s all-Beethoven program includes the Allegretto in B-flat Major, WoO. 39; Trio in G Major, Op. 1, No. 2; and Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 97, “Archduke.”
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VIP tickets including bottomless mimosas VIP brunch and concert $50 VIP table of 8 $350 VIP series subscription $125
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Brunch at 11am, served upon arrival Concerts at 12:15pm
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The Complete Beethoven Piano Trios, Program I
General admission cash mimosa bar Brunch and concert $40 Concert only $30 4
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
THE GRYPHON TRIO
Sunday, March 29 “Dave Bennett is a genuine clarinet phenomenon. His music enthralls audiences with toe-tapping swing, moody blues, and emotional ballads.” — Lee Clark Zumpe
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General admission $18 Students (through undergraduate with ID) $12 Learn more at www.warmemorial.org/arts
JAZZ CLARINET DAVE BENNETT
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Dubbed by The London Times as “…the immensely-accomplished American pianist,” David Syme has enjoyed a long and colorful career. He has performed in Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, Wigmore Hall, and in major venues across Europe, Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Of his playing, the Prague Post said, “David Syme is a consummate pianist — bold and forceful, subtle and tender, summoning whatever the notes call for, but injecting his own affinity, interpretation and flexibility.”
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 24
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7:30pm
Premium tickets $45 General admission adult $30 Seniors $25 Students and youth $10 Learn more at www.warmemorial.org/arts COST
Tickets available at www.warmemorial.org/arts or 313.881.7511
THE MET Live at The War Memorial
Experience the most creative and talented opera artists from around the world without leaving Metro Detroit! Magically broadcast as they’re performed live from New York City to The Patriot Theater, The Met’s performances are sure to leave you breathless. BY PHILIP GLASS Saturday, November 239
Director Phelim McDermott tackles another one of Philip Glass’s modern masterpieces, with star countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo as the revolutionary title ruler who transformed ancient Egypt.
Ford. Ferrari. And their battle for speed at Le Mans. This epic battle saw drivers lose their lives, family dynasties nearly collapse, and the development of a new race car that changed racing. Join us for a special evening featuring classic cars, delicious 1960s fare, a private screening of the documentary film The 24 Hour War, and a talkback with author A.J. Baime — all in support of veterans programming at The War Memorial. You’ll also receive a voucher to see Ford V. Ferrari at The Patriot Theater, coming in November! DATE TIME COST
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Cocktail reception at 6pm Film at 7pm, followed by talkback with A.J. Baime $125
Learn more at www.warmemorial.org/24hourwar
BY ALBAN BERG Saturday, January 11
After wowing audiences with his astounding production of Lulu in 2015, South African artist William Kentridge now focuses his extraordinary visual imagination on Berg’s other operatic masterpiece.
BY GEORGE GERSHWIN, DUBOSE AND DOROTHY HEYWARD, AND IRA GERSHWIN Saturday, February 1, 2020 James Robinson’s stylish production transports audiences to Catfish Row on the Charleston waterfront, vibrant with the music, dancing, emotion, and heartbreak of its inhabitants. WHEN TIME COST
SELECT SATURDAYS
12:55pm General admission $25 Seniors and students $20
Learn more at www.warmemorial.org/arts
ALBERTO ROJO The Unexpected Intersection of Science with the Arts
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7pm Free; due to space limitations, pre-registration is requested
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This inaugural lecture in our new Scholars Series features Professor of Physics at Oakland University, Dr. Alberto Rojo, speaking on the unexpected intersection between the two greatest creations of the human mind: art and science. Dr. Rojo earned his Ph.D. at the Instituto Balseiro in Bariloche, Argentina.
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The War Memorial’s classes, activities, and trips are open to the public! Everyone is welcome – there are no residency requirements and membership is not necessary.
CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES FITNESS, HEALTH, AND WELLNESS CARDIO MAX Mondays, 6:15–7:15pm November 4–December 16 January 6–February 17 March 9–April 13 PUNCH
CARD CARDIO CORE Saturdays, 9–10am November 9–December 21 January 4–February 15 March 14–April 18 OPTION
IYENGAR YOGA Thursdays, 7–8:30pm November 7–December 19 January 9–February 13 March 5–April 16 AEROBIC DANCING BY JACKI SORENSON Mondays and Thursdays, 8:45–9:45am March 16–June 4 TAI CHI WITH JENNIFER Tuesdays, 6:15–7:15pm November 5–December 10
SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN Wednesday, 6:30–8:30pm February 12
FENCING SESSIONS November 18–December 16 January 13–February 17 BEGINNER FENCING Mondays, 7–7:45pm
PUNCH CARD OPTION
INTERMEDIATE FENCING Mondays, 7:45–8:30pm ADULT FENCING Mondays, 8:30–9:15pm BICYCLE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE Thursday, 7–9pm May 7
MUSIC AND DANCE
TAI CHI AND QI GONG WORKSHOPS WITH JENNIFER
PIANO I: BEGINNING PIANO Thursdays, 11am–12:30pm January 30–March 19
TAI CHI FOR STRESS REDUCTION February 18 CYR WHEEL (AGES 17+) Mondays, 6:15–7:45pm November 11–December 9
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BEGINNING BALLROOM DANCE Thursdays, 7–8pm FOXTROT AND SWING November 7–December 12 TANGO AND CHACHA January 9–February 13 WALTZ AND RUMBA February 27–April 2 INTERMEDIATE BALLROOM DANCE Thursdays, 8:15–9:15pm
SPORTS AND GAMES
BETTER BALANCE WITH QI GONG Thursdays, 11:30am–12:30pm November 7–December 19
TAI CHI FOR WINTER CONDITIONS January 23
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ADULT AND PEDIATRIC CPR/AED/FIRST AID Wednesday, 6–9:30pm November 6 January 22 April 1
Residency within the Grosse Pointe Public School System district is necessary for Middle School Dances.
PIANO II: INTERMEDIATE PIANO Thursdays, 1–2:30pm January 30–March 19
WALTZ November 7–December 12 FOXTROT January 9–February 13 TANGO February 27–April 2 ADVANCED BALLROOM DANCING Tuesdays, 7:30–8:30pm SMOOTH DANCE/ RHYTHM DANCE REVIEW November 12–December 17 FOXTROT/SWING January 7–February 18 LA DANSE ORIENTAL–THE ART OF BELLY DANCING Wednesdays, 7–8:30pm February 5–March 11 April 8–May 13 LINE DANCING Wednesdays, 6–7pm November 6–December 11 January 15–February 12
ART, CRAFTS, AND HOBBIES WATERCOLOR PAINTING: NATURE Wednesdays, 6:30–8pm January 15–March 18
YOUTH CERTIFIED BABYSITTER SAFETY WITH OPTIONAL CERTIFIED PET SITTER (AGES 9+) Saturday, 9am–3pm February 1 or May 2 SELF DEFENSE FOR KIDS Wednesday, 5–6pm February 12 CYR WHEEL (AGES 10–17) Mondays, 4:30–6pm November 11–December 9 ACCELERATEKID SCRATCH (GRADES 3–5) Tuesdays, 5:45–6:45pm January 14–March 3 ACCELERATEKID® JAVASCRIPT (GRADES 6–8) Tuesdays, 4:30–5:30pm January 14–March 3 YOUTH ETIQUETTE AND HOLIDAY MANNERS Saturday, 10am–12pm AGES 8–12 November 9 or November 23 AGES 13–17 December 7 or December 14 KID’S COOKING SERIES WITH CHEF PAM (AGES 6–12) Saturday, 10am–12pm CHRISTMAS CUTOUT SUGAR COOKIES, ROYAL ICING, AND DECORATING December 14 BAKING: COOKIES, BARS, AND SQUARES January 11
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Full details and registration at www.warmemorial.org or call 313.881.7511 PLEASE REGISTER EARLY! Classes, activities, and trips must meet minimum attendance requirements; full refunds will be issued for events canceled due to low enrollment.
SOMETHING DIFFERENT PLANT BASED NUTRITION WORKSHOP Wednesday, 6:30–8pm January 15 INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH Saturdays, 10am–12pm January 25–March 14 ANCESTRY: FINDING YOUR FAMILY TREE Monday, 7–9pm March 2 Out of the Ordinary, Into the Extraordinary ASTROLOGY, REINCARNATION, AND KARMA Wednesday, 7–9pm February 5 Out of the Ordinary, Into the Extraordinary PSYCHIC FUN NIGHT Wednesday, 7–9pm February 19
DAY TRIPS Most day trips include a lunch stop. Visit www. warmemorial.org/daytrips for complete itineraries. New trips are added often! UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY LUNCH AT ZINGERMAN’S DELI Friday, November 15
ENGAGE. ASPIRE. TASTE. AN EVENING WITH NATALIA TARNAVSKY Tuesday, November 12 The Wine Counselor® WHISKEYS OF THE WORLD Wednesday, November 13 The Wine Counselor® SUBTLETIES OF SCOTCH Thursday, December 5
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS WITH THE DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA LUNCH AT THE WHITNEY Friday, December 20
THE WAR MEMORIAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MR. THOMAS M. SMITH CHAIRMAN DR. DONNA HOBAN VICE CHAIR MRS. MARY LAMPARTER SECRETARY MR. EDWARD J. RUSSELL, III TREASURER MRS. AMY CHESTERTON MRS. BETSY CREEDON MR. J. THEODORE EVERINGHAM MR. MALIK GOODWIN MR. CHARLES HUEBNER MRS. SCOTTIE KNIGHT MR. EDMUND LAZAR BRIG. GEN. ROLF MAMMEN MRS. ALICIA NICHOLSON MRS. STEPHANIE NICHOLSON MRS. KELLY WALSH
DAYCATION LUNCH AND MOVIES AT THE WAR MEMORIAL Lunch at 11am l Movie around 12:15pm SOUL MAN
BLUES BROTHERS
Tuesday, November 19 WINTER WONDERLAND
WHITE CHRISTMAS
THE RICHEST MAN IN TOWN
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
MR. RJ WOLNEY MR. CHARLES BURKE PRESIDENT AND CEO MR. J. THEODORE EVERINGHAM IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR REV. DREW VAN CULIN BOARD CHAPLAIN
Monday, December 16
Wednesday, December 11
TEEN DRIVER TRAINING Grosse Pointe Driving School classes run all year! Visit www.warmemorial.org/ drivertraining for full details.
MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCES Please visit www.warmemorial.org/youthdances for specific details and attendance requirements
BACK TO THE FUTURE Friday, November 15 HOLIDAY BALL Saturday, December 14
DANCING WITH THE STARS Friday, January 17
SKI HI CLUB RETURNS THIS WINTER! The club is open to students who reside in Grosse Pointe or attend Grosse Pointe schools in grades 6 through 10. Trips are held weekly on Friday nights January through March. The club is a great way to learn more about skiing and snowboarding, or just to improve your skills!
INFORMATIONAL MEETING l Wednesday, December 4 l 7–9pm A parent or guardian must attend this meeting with their student. Please bring a 2" photo for a student membership card and proof of insurance.
LIVE INSPIRED MAGAZINE NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2019 ISSUE EDITORS: Brooks Hoste and Jessica Kaminski CONTRIBUTORS: Claudia Corrado, Denise Fry, Shawna Norris, Lauren Plue; with special assistance from Bruce Ferguson and Joyce Russell ART DIRECTION AND DESIGN: Breathe Graphic Design PHOTOGRAPHY: Inner Circle Photography, unless otherwise noted COVER PHOTO: Courtesy of The Metropolitan Opera House SPECIAL THANKS: Grosse Pointe Magazine LIVE INSPIRED MAGAZINE IS A PUBLICATION OF LIVE INSPIRED PRODUCTIONS AT THE WAR MEMORIAL
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE WAR MEMORIAL
Information and tickets available online! www.warmemorial.org
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Chamber Music Society of Detroit
IMANI WINDS AND TIAN TIAN
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WHISKEYS OF THE WORLD
The Met: Live in HD
MADAMA BUTTERFLY
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Ford. Ferrari. Film. Fundraiser.
THE 24 HOUR WAR
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Scholars Series at The War Memorial
Valerie and Patrick Moran present
ALBERTO ROJO
AN EVENING WITH DAVID SYME
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BEDTIME STORIES WITH SANTA
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DINNER AT DOWNTON ABBEY
FREE EVENT!
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Dinner and Movie
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The Wine Counselor®
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Daycation: Lunch and Movie
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
LIVE INSPIRED MAGAZINE
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VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST
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Daytrip
Presenting New Works
U–M NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
GROSSE POINTE CHAMBER MUSIC
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The Met: Live in HD
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Shakespeare in Detroit
DSO HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
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Dinner and Chef's Remarks
AN EVENING WITH CHEF NATALIA TARNAVSKY
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Daycation: Lunch and Movie
THE BLUES BROTHERS
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Daycation: Lunch and Movie
WHITE CHRISTMAS
1,000 CHRISTMAS SALUTES MULTIPLE SCREENINGS FOR MILITARY HEROES Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
LATE DECEMBER THROUGH EARLY JANUARY