Posted September 10, 2008

Temple arts preview: Fall 2008

Autumn arts calendar features international showcase

Temple is well recognized for consistently providing high quality artistic experiences influenced by a range of cultures, and this fall’s arts agenda reflects that tradition with its diverse mix of global-themed offerings. From master music classes led by European composers to dance performances by the Yu Wei Chinese Dance Collection, the arts, dance, theater and music calendar for the fall semester includes several events that provide a glimpse into cultures from around the world.

In October, several noted alumnae will return to Temple to take part in the Dance Alumni Showcase. Scheduled for Conwell Dance Theater, the performance will feature dance works by Boyer College of Music and Dance alumnae Joselli Deans, Tina Heuges, Ramaa Ramesh and Ashley Suttlar Martin.

Prior to the showcase, Deans, who earned her master’s degree in dance education at Temple, will present “Black Ballerinas Dancing on the Edge: An Analysis of the Cultural Politics in Delores Browne’s and Raven Wilkenson’s Careers, 1954-1985.”

The theater season kicks off with the Philadelphia premiere of Expecting Isabel. Directed by Doug Wager, professor of theater, the stage play follows a couple on a journey toward parenthood.

The season continues with several off–campus musical performances, including a December program featuring the Temple University Jazz and Lab bands at the Philadelphia Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.

Temple’s arts offerings continually provide the university and surrounding community with a variety of artistic options, including dance, music, theater and opera performances; student, faculty and local artist exhibitions; visiting authors; and master classes with professional musicians. Below is a sampling. For updated times, locations and ticketing information, visit the web sites listed below or check the TUcalendar at http://calendar.temple.edu.

MUSIC www.temple.edu/boyer The Boyer College of Music and Dance hosts an array of top-quality musical offerings every semester, with performances by faculty members, guest artists and students. For a full listing of individual student performances, which are not listed here, visit Boyer’s web site. Boyer also offers several music classes to the public including master classes, which offer the public an opportunity to observe distinguished artists. Performances and classes listed below are free, unless otherwise noted.	Photo by Joseph V. Labolito/Temple University Boyer College faculty members (clockwise from top left) Peter Smith, Lawrence Wagner, Angela Anderson, Shelley Showers and Loren Lind make up the Conwell Woodwind Quintet. The group will perform at the faculty concert on Nov. 16.

Friday, Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m. Faculty and Guest Artist Recital Steven Zohn, flute and David Yearsley, fortepiano. Featuring chamber music by C.P.E. Bach. Rock Hall Auditorium Friday, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m. Temple University Symphony Orchestra Luis Biava, conductor. Elizabeth Hainen, harp. Featuring works by Brahms, Ginastera and Tchaikovsky. Centennial Hall, Haverford School, 450 Lancaster Ave., Haverford, Pa. A second performance will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5, at the Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts, Gordon Theater, Third and Linden streets, Camden, N.J. Sunday, Oct. 12, 4 p.m. Temple University Concert Choir Tram Sparks, conductor Celebrating Elliott Carter’s centenary with works by Carter, David Lang, Aaron Jay Kernis and others; also featuring Brahms’s “Schicksalslied” and Ginastera’s “The Lamentations of Jeremiah.” Saint Mark’s Church, 1625 Locust St., Philadelphia, Pa. Monday, Oct. 13, 7:30 p.m. Faculty Recital: Charles Abramovic, piano Featuring works for piano six hands by Schnittke and Abramovic, as well as pieces by Ligeti and faculty member Richard Brodhead. Rock Hall Auditorium Thursday, Oct.16, 7:30 p.m. Guest Artist Recital: Park Stickney, jazz harp Park Stickney has traveled across Europe, Asia and the United States as a soloist and teacher, as well as with a variety of ensembles whose music ranges from jazz to classical to rock. Presented in collaboration with the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Harp Society. Tickets: $25 general admission; $20 American Harp Society members and seniors; $15 students; free with OWLcard. All tickets sold at the door. Presser Hall, Klein Recital Hall Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7 p.m. Temple University Chorale, Singers and Chamber Choir Tram Sparks, Jeffrey Cornelius and Janet Yamron, conductors Mitten Hall, Great Court Sunday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. Temple University Symphony Orchestra Luis Biava, conductor Martha Schrempel, piano Featuring works by Ibert, Ravel and Debussy. Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, 601 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill, Pa. Sunday, Nov. 9, 4 p.m. Temple University Concert Choir Tram Sparks, conductor Annual Robert H. Becker Memorial Concert St. John’s United Church of Christ, 183 S. Broad St., Nazareth, Pa. Wednesday, Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m. Faculty Recital Lawrence Wagner, clarinet; Jeffrey Solow, cello; and Charles Abramovic, piano Featuing trios by Nina Rota, Vincent D’Indy and Beethoven’s “Archduke” Trio. Rock Hall Auditorium Sunday, Nov.16, 3 p.m. Faculty Recital: Conwell Woodwind Quintet Loren Lind, flute; Peter Smith, oboe; Lawrence Wagner, clarinet; Angela Anderson, bassoon; and Shelley Showers, horn Rock Hall Auditorium Wednesday, Nov. 19, noon Community Concert: Jean Francois Proulx, piano Temple University Ambler, Ambler Learning Center Friday, Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 23, 3 p.m. Temple University Opera Theater: Puccini’s La Bohème Sung in Italian with English titles Leland Kimball III, stage director; John Douglas, music director; Jamie Johnson, producer Tickets: $20 general admission; $15 students and senior citizens; $5 for students with OWLcard. This performance is a co-production with OperaDelaware. Tomlinson Theater Tuesday, Nov. 25, 7 p.m. Temple University Wind Ensemble Arthur D. Chodoroff, conductor Tomlinson Theater Monday, Dec.1, 7:30 p.m. Faculty Recital Jeffrey Solow, cello Featuring works by Carl Davidoff and David Popper. Rock Hall Auditorium Tuesday, Dec. 2, 7 and 8 p.m. Temple University Concert Choir Tram Sparks, conductor Longwood Gardens, Route 1, Kennett Square, Pa. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m. Temple University Jazz Band and Lab Band Terell Stafford, director Benny Golson, saxophone Tickets: $35-45; $10 for students. Tickets available at the Kimmel Center Box Office, 215-893-1999 or www.kimmelcenter.org, after Oct. 2. Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Perelman Theater, Broad and Spruce streets, Philadelphia, Pa. Wednesday, Dec.3, 7:30 p.m. Temple University Chorale, Singers and Chamber Choir Tram Sparks, Jeffrey Cornelius and Janet Yamron, conductors Mitten Hall, Great Court Thursday, Dec.4; 7:30 p.m. Temple University Sinfonia Gary White, guest conductor Charles Abramovic, piano Featuring works by Dvoràk, Shostakovich and Mozart. Tomlinson Theater Tuesday, Dec.9, 7:30 p.m. Temple University Jazz Ensemble Tomlinson Theater Saturday, Dec.13, 4 p.m. Temple Music Prep: Winter String Concert Youth Chamber Orchestra: Luis Biava, conductor Chamber Players Orchestra and Baroque Players: Davyd Booth, conductor Classic Strings: Aaron Picht, conductor Tomlinson Theater Sunday, Dec.14, 2:30 p.m. Temple Music Prep: Chamber Players Orchestra Ensembles Recital Charles Parker Jr., coordinator Rock Hall Auditorium Sunday, Dec.14, 4 p.m. Temple Music Prep: Youth Chamber Orchestra Ensembles Recital Charles Parker Jr., coordinator Rock Hall Auditorium Master Classes Sept.19, 4:30pm: Jazz Master Class: Gary Smulyan, baritone saxophone Klein Recital Hall Oct.20, 4:30 p.m.: Jazz Master Class: Dena Derose, vocals Klein Recital Hall Oct. 31, 2:40 p.m.: Pascal Gallois, bassoon Rock Hall Auditorium Nov. 12, 1:40 p.m.: Arnaldo Cohen, piano Rock Hall Auditorium Nov.12, 4:30 p.m.: Jazz Master Class: Michael Weiss, piano Klein Recital Hall Dec. 2, noon: Jazz Master Class: Benny Golson, saxophone Rock Hall Auditorium Dec.5, 2:40 p.m.: Natalie L. Hinderas Tribute Master Class: Nelita True, piano Rock Hall Auditorium

DANCE www.temple.edu/boyer All dance performances, except the Alumni Research Presentation, are held in the Conwell Dance Theater on the fifth floor of Conwell Hall. Ticketed events are $20 general admission; $15 students and senior citizens; $10 with Dance USA Philadelphia Dance Pass; and $5 for students with OWLcard. Tickets are available online at www.liacourascenter.com, in person at the Liacouras Center box office, 1776 N. Broad St. (in-person, cash-only sales), or by phone at 1-800-298-4200. Thursday, Oct. 2, 1:30 p.m. Alumni Research Presentation “Black Ballerinas Dancing on the Edge” by Joselli Deans, Ph.D. No tickets required Rock Hall Auditorium	Photo by Jared Martin On Oct. 8, the Boyer College of Music and Dance will host the Yu Wei Chinese Dance Collection. The event will feature a demonstration of solos with video interludes and a question-and-answer session.

Friday, Oct. 3, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 4, 3 and 8 p.m. Alumni Showcase 2008 Featuring work by Joselli Deans, Tina Heuges, Ramaa Ramesh and Ashley Suttlar Martin Wednesday, Oct. 8, 10:10 a.m. Yu Wei Chinese Dance Collection A demonstration of solos with video interludes and a question and answer session. Friday, Oct. 24, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 25, 3 and 8 p.m. LIFT: Adjunct Faculty Dance Concert A festival dedicated to supporting and promoting the work of Temple’s adjunct dance faculty. Friday, Nov. 14, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 15, 3 and 8 p.m. Student Concert A juried selection of the best dances of the season, this concert is choreographed, designed and produced entirely by students. Friday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 22, 3 and 8 p.m. M.F.A. Thesis Concert Featuring works by Dina-Verley Sabb-Mills. Friday, Dec. 5, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6, 3 and 8 p.m. B.F.A. Dance Concert Choreography by graduating seniors.

THEATER www.temple.edu/sct/theater Single ticket prices (musicals/plays): $25/$20; $20/$15 for seniors, Temple alumni, Temple employees and non-Temple students; $10/$5 for Temple students with OWLcard who have paid their General Activities Fee. Single tickets are available online at Brown Paper Tickets, by phone at 1-800-838-3006 or 215-204-1122, or in person (cash sales only) at the Tomlinson Theater box office. Sept. 25–Oct. 5 Expecting Isabel Philadelphia premiere By Lisa Loomer Directed by Douglas C Wager. Suzanne Roberts Theater, 480 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, Pa.	Photo by Ryan S. Brandenberg/Temple University Temple Theaters’ 40th anniversary season ended last spring with Alan Ball’s Five Women Wearing the Same Dress (above). The 2008–09 theater season will begin on Sept. 25, with Philadelphia premiere of Lisa Loomer’s Expecting Isabel.

Oct. 30–Nov. 9 Damn Yankees Book by George Abbott and Douglas Wallop Directed by Peter Reynolds Tomlinson Theater Nov. 19–Dec. 7 Women on the Verge: Ibsen, Nora and Hedda A double bill performance featuring two plays written by Henrik Ibsen. Hedda Gabler, directed by Felipe Vergaro A Doll's House, directed by Matthew Wright Presented in rotating repertory Randall Theater

ART EXHIBITIONS www.temple.edu/tyler/exhibitions.html Tyler Exhibitions organizes original projects at Temple Gallery, which is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Exhibitions of student work are held at the Tyler School of Art’s Elkins Park campus, and are open Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Through Oct. 25 “Volume Attempts: The Space of Books” Temple Gallery, 259 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. Sept. 17–27 “Artists as Educators” Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall	This mixed media piece by Gretchen Slentz, a 2009 B.F.A. candidate in fibers, is an example of the type of work that will be on display at the Tyler School of Art’s fibers exhibition in Penrose Gallery. The exhibition will run from Oct. 15 through 25.

Sept. 24–27 Site-specific sculpture installations Tyler School of Art, Tyler Hall and Penrose Hall Oct. 1–4 *“Festa di Roma”* Tyler School of Art, Tyler Gallery in Tyler Hall October 8–11 Japan student exhibition Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall Oct. 15–25 “Kate Gilmore: New Work” Curated by Produce Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall Oct. 15–25 Fibers exhibition Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall Oct. 29–Nov. 8 Scotland Summer Workshop exhibition Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall Nov. 5–15 Ceramics exchange with Ohio State University Tyler School of Art, Tyler Gallery in Tyler Hall Nov. 5–15 Annual Restaurant Identity Exhibition Tyler School of Art, Penrose Hall Nov. 12–15 Video show Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall Nov. 19–22 Senior sculpture exhibition Tyler School of Art, Tyler Gallery in Tyler Hall Nov. 19–22 Performance art Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall Nov. 22–Feb. 28 “Field Reports: Documents and Strategies from Land Arts of the American West” Temple Gallery, 259 S. Third St, Philadelphia, Pa. Nov. 26–Dec. 6 “Art of Student Teaching” Tyler School of Art, Penrose Hall Dec. 3–13 Site-specific installation sculpture Tyler School of Art, Penrose Gallery in Penrose Hall Dec. 3–13 Glass exhibition Tyler School of Art, Tyler Gallery in Tyler Hall POETS & WRITERS SERIES www.temple.edu/creativewriting/events/PnW Sponsored by the Creative Writing Program in the English Department, the Poets & Writers Series brings recognized and emerging authors of poetry and fiction to Temple to read their work. All of the readings are free and take place in room 222 of Temple’s Center City Campus, unless otherwise noted. Sept. 18, 8 p.m. Eva Mekler Oct. 16, 8 p.m. Francisco Goldman In addition to the Oct. 16 reading, Goldman will give a lecture, “The Art of Political Murder,” at 3 p.m. on Oct. 15, in Gladfelter Hall, room 914. Oct. 30, 8 p.m. Peter Gizzi Nov. 20, 8 p.m. M. Nourbese Philip Dec. 4, 8 p.m. Joseph McElroy

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