AUGUST MUSIC

Eric Stanley, ViolinistRepresenting the elite genre of classically trained artists, Eric Stanley personifies the new generation of musical influencers who are putting the “cool” into Classical. He is the new face and persona of the young and creative innovators boldly changing the musical landscape by honoring tradition yet embracing the present.

Monday, August 28, 9:30 p.m.Ginkgo Tree (Rain location: End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union) Admission: Free

THEATRE

Love’s Labour’s LostBy William Shakespeare, Directed by Ian Belknap (Featuring the HVSF Conservatory Company with The Acting Company)

The celebrated acting company from the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival performs one of Shakespeare’s most beloved stories of love and romance.

Thursday, August 31, 7 p.m.Romita Auditorium, Ryan Library Admission: Free

SEPTEMBER GALLERY EXHIBITION

#45: Artists Respond to the New Political LandscapeCurated by Erica Harney

A group multimedia exhibition exploring the array of responses to the implications of the Donald Trump presidency.

September 5 – October 19Artist Gallery Talk: Thursday, September 7, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.Opening Reception: Thursday, September 7, 6 – 8 p.m.Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery, Iona College Arts CenterAdmission: Free

OPERA

New Rochelle OperaBernstein and FriendsBernstein and Friends will highlight song selections by Leonard Bernstein and his contemporaries, including a tribute in celebration of the 60th anniversary of West Side Story.

Sunday, September 17, 3 p.m.Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium

Admission: $25, $20 senior citizens, $15 non-Iona students, free to Iona students and employees with ID.

Tickets may be purchased online by visiting the New Rochelle Opera website at www.nropera.org. For further information, call (914) 576-1617 or (914) 576-0365.

MUSIC/FOOD

Latinx Heritage Month Hospitality Supper with Sandoval BandFood, music and dancing with Latin rock/jazz band Sandoval.

Thursday, September 28, 5:30 p.m.Montgomery House Front Lawn(Rain Location: Thomas J. Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall) Admission: Free

OCTOBER DANCE

Tango Rendez-vousA fantastic collection of tango dancers and musicians come to us straight from Argentina, the land where tango was born! Featuring ELKE on vocals, Noelia Sinkunas on piano and Javier Sanchez on bandoneon and world famous tango dancers Mariana Fresno and Diego Ocampo. Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month with Tango Rendezvous.

Wednesday, October 4, 9:30 a.m.Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium Admission: Free

DANCE

The Iona Dance Symposium: Diverse Dance ExperiencesFour master classes in one day featuring live accompaniment and celebrating various dance styles taught by known NYC dance instructors. African, Indian, modern and contemporary dance styles will be explored.

Wednesday, October 25 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium Admission: FreeGALLERY EXHIBITION

GALLERY EXHIBITION

Peter Paul Rubens and the Flemish 17th CenturyCurated by Tom Ruggio and Thomas Germano

A series of original old masters from the collection of Arnold and Seena Davis. This exceptional experience for Iona students and the surrounding community has come to us through the generosity of Mr. Davis. Not to be missed.

October 30 – November 30Opening Reception: Sunday, November 5, 1 – 3 p.m.Gallery Talk: Thursday, November 9, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery, Iona College Arts CenterAdmission: Free

NOVEMBER CLASSICAL MUSIC

The Symphony of Westchester All Beethoven Program Egmont Overture, Piano Concerto no. 1, op. 15, in C Major, Alon Goldstein, soloist, Symphony no. 4, op. 60 in B Flat Major

Saturday, November 4, 8 p.m. Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium

Admission: $50, $35 senior citizens over 65, $15 non-Iona students, free to Iona students and employees with ID. For tickets, call (914) 654-4926.

CHOREOPLAY

SHEBy Jinah Parker, Produced by Kevin Powell

A powerful and life-changing performance of an all-female cast of dancers and actors who challenge us with the stunning truth about sexual violence against women and girls, about Sandra Bland and about healing. A talkback session with counselors and the cast will take place immediately after the 45-minute performance.

Tuesday, November 7, NoonChristopher J. Murphy AuditoriumAdmission: Free

MURAL PROJECT

The Kindness Tree Mural Project As a part of the annual Week of the Peacemaker with this year’s Self+Other+Earth: Building a Future Worth Fighting For, the community will come together to create a Kindness Tree mural as a reminder of our commitment to one another and the earth. During the creation of the mural, participants will receive hands-on experience working to create pieces that will forever be a part of our community.

Thursday, November 9, Noon End Zone, Robert V. LaPenta Student Union

DANCE

The Iona College Dance EnsembleMemories and New BeginningsThis annual fall dance concert features students, faculty and invited artists in a journey of human reflections exploring themes of lightness, darkness, rhythms of life, and embraces past and present moments in time.

Thursday, November 16, NoonFriday, November 17, 7 p.m.Christopher J. Murphy AuditoriumAdmission: $10, $5 for Iona students and employees with ID.

DECEMBER CLASSICAL MUSIC

The Symphony of Westchester All Baroque ProgramBarry Charles Hoffman conducts J.S.Bach Brandenburg Concerto no. 5 BWV 1050, in D Major, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons; Pachelbel’s Canon in D – Alexander Abayev, soloist

Sunday, December 17, 3 p.m. (Snow date: Saturday, December 16, 3 p.m.) Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium

Admission: $50, $35 senior citizens over 65, $15 non-Iona students, free to Iona students and employees with ID.

For tickets, call (914) 654-4926.

JANUARY GALLERY EXHIBITION

Black Culture, As Is: Ya Feel Me?Curated by Becky Mills

This exhibit explores perspectives of African-American artists whose themes include spirituality, emotional trauma, self-exploration, optimism, and cultural identity destigmatizing blackness.

January 22 – February 22Opening Reception: Thursday, February 1, 6 – 8 p.m.Artist Gallery Talk: Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery, Iona College Arts CenterAdmission: Free

FEBRUARY DANCE

Step Afrika!Step Afrika! is the first professional dance company in the world dedicated to the tradition of stepping. Step Afrika! gets people moving — toward college, toward a greater appreciation for the arts, and toward a better understanding of each other.

Wednesday, February 7, 5 p.m.Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium Admission: FreeCLASSICAL MUSIC

CLASSICAL MUSIC

The Symphony of Westchester Young Artist ShowcaseTwo winners of Symphony of Westchester’s Fourth Annual Young Artist Competition as well as Composers of the Future will perform.

Sunday, February 4, 3 p.m. (Snow date: Saturday, February 3, 3 p.m.) Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium

Admission: $15 adults, $5 students, free to Iona students and employees with ID. For tickets, call (914) 654-4926.

MARCH GALLERY EXHIBITION

Hormonamalies: Interactive Inflatable Sculpture SeriesArtist: Beth Giacummo

Hormones are explored in this interactive exhibition. Their emotive qualities are visually represented through inflatable forms with which the viewer can interact. Viewers are encouraged to cuddle, touch, squeeze or caress. An art experience for the whole family!

February 26 – March 28Opening Reception and Gallery Talk: Monday, March 5, 6 – 8 p.m.Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery, Iona College Arts CenterAdmission: Free

APRIL GALLERY EXHIBITION

The Visual Arts Student ExhibitionCurated by the Visual Arts Faculty

Come celebrate the artistic talents of the Iona student body! The annual gala reception is a celebration of food, drink and student talent. Artwork from the studio work of Iona students in photography, sculpture, drawing and painting will be on display. You don’t want to miss this!

Monday, April 9 – Thursday, May 3Opening Reception: Thursday, April 12, Noon – 2 p.m.Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery, Iona College Arts CenterAdmission: Free

DANCE

Kinesis Project — Site Specific DanceThis innovative company creates a choreographic work that is specific to a site and to its participants. Members of the company, along with advanced Iona student dancers, will present a dance to re-imagine and commemorate the space (Spellman Portico), its inspirations, the people in it, and its ever-changing energies and dynamics.

Thursday, April 19, NoonSpellman Portico(Rain Location: Thomas J. Burke Lounge, Spellman Hall)Admission: Free

DANCE

Tapestries of MovementIona College Dance Ensemble

The concert showcases a diverse body of choreographic works highlighting dance’s power to connect and exchange. Dances include modern, contemporary, jazz and hip-hop, highlighting strength, passion, and empowerment. Featuring works by dance faculty members, student choreographers, guest artists from NYC dance scene and child dancers from the community, the presenttion will be an evening of enticing dance entertainment.

Friday, April 20, Noon & 7 p.m.Brother Kenneth Chapman Gallery, Iona College Arts Center

Admission: $10, $5 Iona students and employees with ID.

GOSPEL ROCK MUSIC

Heritage FestAs part of Iona’s annual Spring Weekend/Gael Jam celebration, gospel rock musicians and Iona students/staff will perform original and fan favorite music. This outdoor concert and barbeque will celebrate the heritage of Iona’s Christian Brothers.

Saturday, April 28, 3 p.m.Robert V. LaPenta Student Union Parking Lot (Rain Location: Hynes Athletics Center) Admission: Free

MAY CLASSICAL MUSIC

The Symphony of Westchester All Romantic Music ProgramRossini – William Tell Overture; Elgar – Introduction and Allegro; Tchaikovsky – Violin Concerto, op. 35 in D Major, Tessa Lark, soloist.

Saturday, May 5, 8 p.m. Christopher J. Murphy Auditorium

Admission: $50, $35 senior citizens over 65, $15 non-Iona students, free to Iona students and employees with ID.

For tickets, call (914) 654-4926.

For more detailed information on these programs, visit

iona.edu/artscouncilBrother Kenneth Chapman GalleryIona College Arts Center665 North AvenueNew Rochelle, NY 10801

Madalyn Barbero JordanGALLERY DIRECTOR

GALLERY HOURS DURING EXHIBITIONS

Monday - Thursday: Noon - 5 p.m.Thursday: Noon - 8 p.m.Sunday: 2 - 5 p.m.

Iona College715 North AvenueNew Rochelle, NY 10801

ARTS COUNCIL(914) 637-7796

Arts Events 2017-2018

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