Performing Arts SeriesDepartment of Music

Department of Theatre

Performing Arts at Miami University Spring 2015 Guide to Upcoming Events

Tuesday, February 10, 7:30 p.m. Hall AuditoriumThe Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth $18 adult, $17 senior, $9 student/youth

Sponsored by Jerome Conley and Kona Bistro

Zygonians invade! The year is 1933, and a force of sludge monsters threatens the very future of humanity. The adventure unfolds live as actors perform dozens of characters, zany sound effects, and a cinematic score while blow-your-mind comic book images fill the stage. Bring the whole family to this one-of-a-kind multimedia extravaganza for the inner twelve-year-old in all of us.

Monday, March 2, 7:30 p.m. Millett HallLet It Be$37 adult, $36 senior, $17 student/youth

Sponsored by Gil & Joyce Gordon, Kona Bistro and Brett & Laura Smith

Experience this electrifying theatrical concert jam-packed with over 40 of The Beatles’ greatest hits performed live by an incredible band. A smash hit in London’s West End, Let It Be takes you back to the magical sixties when all you needed was love, and a little help from your friends.

Friday, March 13, 7:30 p.m. Hall AuditoriumCassandra Wilson$24 adult, $23 senior, $12 student/youth

Sponsored by the Baymont Inn, Jack Keegan and Kona Bistro

Jazz diva Cassandra Wilson celebrates legendary vocalist Billie Holi-day’s 100th birthday in an evening of classic works. Grammy-winning Wilson pays loving homage to the late master’s innovative style with her brand new album and 2015 tour. Her irresistable, smoky smooth voice will transport you to a New York City jazz club.

Thurs–Sat, February 26–28, 7:30 p.m. Armstrong Student Center, Harry T. Wilks TheaterCosi Fan Tutteby Wolfgang Amadeus MozartDirected by Ian Mackenzie-Thurley$12 adult, $10 senior, $5 student

Set in the 1920’s at Miami University, Professor Alphonso instructs a sex-education class about the joys, pain and fickle nature of love. Presented in English, Mozart’s opera reminds us that our most cher-ished relationships can often be fragile and tenuous, and in doing so it shines a harsh light on the barest of our vulnerabilities.

Performing Arts Series

Department of Music *

Department of Music *

Wednesday, April 1, 7:30 p.m. Hall AuditoriumBeats by Dr. AA concert celebrating Miami’s Legacy of World PercussionDirected by William Albin$7 adult, $5 senior/student

The Miami University Percussion Ensembles will present a large cast of performers and instruments, showcasing four diverse musical styles spanning the globe—Indonesian gamelan, Brazilian batería, West African dance-drumming, and Japanese taiko. Guest artists will lead the perform-ers, including Professor I Ketut Asnawa, University of Illinois; Dr. Jason Koontz, Eastern Kentucky University; Dr. Paschal Young, Ohio University; and Professor Eric Paton, Capitol University.

* Visit our website to view a complete schedule of upcoming free and ticketed performances including student ensembles, faculty and guest artist recitals, and student degree recitals: MiamiOH.edu/music

Wed–Sat, February 25–28, 7:30 p.m.Sat–Sun, February 28–March 1, 2:00 p.m. Studio 88 TheatreFound a Peanutby Donald MarguliesDirected by Joshua Horowitz$10 adult, $8 senior, $7 student

This coming of age comedy-drama depicts the backyard world of childhood, with its bullies and victims, leaders and outsiders, brats and tattle-tales, friend-ships and sibling interchanges, and of course, the games. As the children play, we watch as they suffer the indignities of name-calling, learning responsibility, and trying to fit in.

Department of TheatreFOUND PEANUT Directed by Joshua Horowitz Written by Donald Margulies

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Bring your group to a show!Group and curricular discounts are available to students. Visit our website to learn more about how our shows can connect with your classroom: MiamiOH.edu/theatre

Thurs–Sat, April 16–18, 7:30 p.m.Thurs–Sat, April 23–25, 7:30 p.m.Sun, April 26, 2:00 p.m. Gates-Abegglen TheatreAvenue Q*Music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff MarxBook by Jeff WhittyDirected by Saffron HenkeMusic direction by Stephen Lytle$10 adult, $8 senior, $7 student

Winner of the 2004 Tony “triple crown” for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is an adult-themed musical. This spoof on Sesame Street re-volves around the main character, Princeton, who has just graduated from college and moves into an apartment in New York City on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that although the residents seem nice, this is not your ordinary neighborhood! * Please note that this production contains adult themes and content.

FebruaryDEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

Sunday, February 1, 3:00 pm, Hall AuditoriumFaculty Recital: William Albin & friendsMary Harris, viola; Skip Edwards, bass; Michael LaMattina & Chris Tanner, percussion;Jeremy Long, saxophone

PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

Tuesday, February 10, Hall Auditorium The Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth*

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

Friday, February 13, Hall Auditorium Miami University Choral Festival*Chamber Singers and Men’s Glee Club with guest conductor, Paul T. Kwami

Friday, February 20, Souers Recital Hall Faculty Recital: Christin Schillinger, bassoon

Monday, February 23, Souers Recital Hall Guest Recital: Shannon Thomas, violin

Tuesday, February 24, Hall AuditoriumJazz Ensemble: directed by Jeremy Long

DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE

February 25–28, 7:30 pmFebruary 28–March 1, 2:00 pm, Studio 88 TheatreFound a Peanut*by Donald MarguliesDirected by Joshua Horowitz

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

Thurs–Sat, February 26–28, Harry T. Wilks TheaterMiami Opera: Cosi Fan Tutte*directed by Ian Mackenzie-Thurley

MarchDEPARTMENT OF THEATRE

March 1, 2:00 pm, Studio 88 TheatreFound a Peanut*by Donald Margulies; Directed by Joshua Horowitz

PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

Monday, March 2, Millett HallLet It Be*

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

Wednesday, March 4, Hall AuditoriumWind Ensemble: conducted by Gary A. Speck

Monday, March 9, Souers Recital Hall Faculty Recital: Siok Lian Tan, piano

Tuesday, March 10, Hall Auditorium Symphony Band: conducted by Stephen Lytle

Thursday, March 12, Souers Recital Hall Faculty Recital: Linda McAlister, mezzo-soprano

Thursday, March 12, 8:00 pm, Gates-Abegglen TheatreShanghai Jiaotong University Orchestra2015 CODA International Conference Opening Concert

PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

Friday, March 13, Hall AuditoriumCassandra Wilson*

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

Friday, March 13, Souers Recital HallGuest Recital: PatchworkNew music for saxophone, drum set, & electronics

Saturday, March 14, 2:00 pm, Hall AuditoriumMiami University Symphony Orchestraconducted by Ricardo Averbach2015 CODA International Conference

Sunday, March 15, 3:00 pm, Souers Recital Hall Faculty Recital: Pansy Chang, cello

Tuesday, March 17, Souers Recital HallFaculty Recital: Frank Huang, piano

April DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

Wednesday, April 1, Hall AuditoriumBeats by Dr. A World Percussion concert:* directed by William Albinwith guest artists I Ketut Gede Asnawa, Jason Koontz, Eric Paton, and Paschal Younge

Tuesday, April 7, Souers Recital HallFaculty Recital: Jeremy Long, saxophonefeaturing Rusty Burge, vibes; Michael Sharfe, bass

Wednesday, April 15, Hall AuditoriumMiami University Steel Band:* directed by Chris Tanner

DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE

April 16–18; April 23–25, 7:30 pmApril 26, 2:00 pm, Gates-Abegglen TheatreAvenue Q*Music and lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, Book by Jeff WhittyDirected by Saffron HenkeMusic direction by Stephen Lytle

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

Tuesday, April 21, Hall AuditoriumJazz Ensemble: directed by Jeremy Long

Fri & Sat, April 24–25, Kumler ChapelCollegiate Chorale:* conducted by Jeremy D. Joneswith Wilson Central Chamber Choir and Women’s Chorale, 4/24.

Monday, April 27, Hall AuditoriumChoraliers & Chamber Singers: conducted by William Bausano

Wednesday, April 29, Hall AuditoriumSymphony Orchestra: conducted by Ricardo Averbach

MayFri–Sat, May 1–2, Hall AuditoriumMen’s Glee Club:* conducted by Jeremy D. Jones

Tuesday, May 5, Hall AuditoriumWind Ensemble: conducted by Gary A. Speck

Friday, May 8, Hall AuditoriumSymphony Band: conducted by Stephen Lytle

*denotes tickets are required, available at the Miami H.O.M.E. Box Office, 513-529-3200, www.MiamiOH.edu/boxoffice

Unless otherwise noted, performance times are at 7:30 p.m. Visit the College of Creative Arts homepage at arts.MiamiOH.edu for more detailed information

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