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Mormon Arts Ball, 1974 Throughout the 1960s and 70s, the College of Fine Arts and Communications sponsored a night of concerts, performances and dancing in the B. F. Larsen Gallery of the Harris Fine Arts Center. In that spirit of collaboration, this season we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Harris Fine Arts Center with the Festival of the Arts Gala, on Fri., Apr. 3, 2015. See p. 55 for details. 2 BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
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FROM THIS PLACE INTO ALL THE WORLD: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS Place and performance in the arts share an intimate relationship. Place is where we gather—in the sheer presence of each other—to seek that magic only the arts can give. In the rhythm of the dialogue between place and performance we travel to a timeless space where our aspirations are elevated and our understanding increases. It’s a place of wonder and joy, of beauty and truth. It’s a place where we can continually make and remake ourselves. For 50 years audiences have come to the Franklin S. Harris Fine Arts Center to find such spaces—worlds that confirm and question, expand and enlighten, worlds never before discovered. In those 50 years the finest artists from around the world have captivated us with their virtuosity. In those 50 years our students and faculty have gifted us with performances of incredible artistic excellence and toured around the world to share the spirit and values of BYU. Our 50th anniversary season promises to take you to places you have yet to experience. Come see and celebrate 50 years of growth and accomplishment. Come help us launch a foundation for the future as we remember and give thanks for all that has occurred during five truly remarkable decades. Join us on a journey that will take you from this place into all the world!
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INTO ALL THE WORLD When BYU President Franklin S. Harris established the College of Fine Arts in 1925—the first fine arts college in the Intermountain West—the majority of higher education institutions in the nation did not offer fine arts programs.
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Harris, a driving force in expanding BYU’s academic programs, library, art collection, and service to the world, believed it was necessary to place the fine arts on equal footing with the sciences and humanities. The college’s first academic programs of art, music, and speech were housed in a variety of barracks, buildings, and shared facilities across campus and in the community. Faculty shared offices and students rehearsed in any space they could find, including janitorial closets. Gerrit de Jong Jr., the founding dean of the college, lamented, “The foxes have holes, and the birds of the heaven have nests, but the faculty of our college hath not where to lay its head.”
After numerous delays in the approval for a fine arts center, ground was broken in June 1962 on two acres on the new upper campus, where a productive pear orchard had once stood. William L. Pereira, the distinguished Los Angeles architect who designed the center, called it, “the most comprehensive building of its kind at an American university.” On April 3, 1965, President Joseph Fielding Smith of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, dedicated the Franklin S. Harris Fine Arts Center—named in honor of BYU’s visionary president who served for 24 years. In his dedicatory prayer, President Smith said: Provision has been made that in this building students and faculty produce, create and perform works
which bring lasting inspiration to thousands. . . . The faculty and academic programs train and teach the future leaders of the Church to recognize and understand the arts and their place in the abundant life.
Annually, more than 500,000 patrons attend hundreds of performances, exhibitions, and other public events sponsored by the college, while millions more enjoy its radio, television, and Internet broadcasts.
The opening of Harris Fine Arts Center launched a new era of creative collaboration and interdisciplinary activity for fine arts students and faculty. Enrollment in arts and communication classes increased 25% the following year. Today the center serves more than 8,000 students in classes each year. The College of Fine Arts and Communications has expanded its academic programs to include animation, communications, dance, media arts, theatre, and the Museum of Art.
The college’s students and faculty are internationally recognized for their creative and scholarly accomplishments through publications, competitions, and worldwide touring programs. As we commemorate the Harris Fine Arts Center’s 50th anniversary, we reflect on the vision of President Harris who said: Behold the greatest university campus in all the world—in embryo. Truly the campus is the setting of what will undoubtedly be the greatest university in the world, a place to train for our leaders.
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CONTENTS Calendar 8 BRAVO! Series
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Dance 20 Music 26 Theatre 42 Arts Outreach
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Visual Arts
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Other Events
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Patron Benefits
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2014–15 CALENDAR Multiple performances
SEPTEMBER 2014
Ticketed event
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B RAVO!
10
An Evening with Sutton Foster
p. 12
Deseret Piano Trio
p. 39
11
FACU LTY A RTI ST
LeAnn Morgan, violin
p. 39
12
FACU LTY A RTI ST
Diane Reich, soprano, with Nicolas Giusti, piano
p. 39
FACU LTY EN S EMBLE
17 eviDANCE
p. 20
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FACU LTY EN S EMBLE
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FACU LTY A RTI ST
22
Greek Theatre: Hecuba
p. 47
24
American Piano Quartet
p. 40
25
B RAVO!
Sundance Trio
Kerilyn Johnson, voice
Nishat Khan
p. 39
p. 16
25 Choirs Showcase
p. 26
25
B RAVO!
p. 13
26
G UEST A RTI ST
26
The Fisherman and His Wife
Actors from the London Stage: Much Ado About Nothing David Korevaar, piano
30 Jazz Showcase
OCTOBER 2014
p. 39
p. 40 p. 42 p. 34
1 Instrumental Showcase
p. 30
9 Group for New Music
p. 37
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B RAVO!
Sound of Silk and Bamboo
p. 17
16 Alumni Achievement Lecture: Brett Helquist
p. 54
16 BYU Spectacular!: Take Flight
p. 55
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p. 40
G U EST A RTI ST
Robert Williams, bassoon
18 The Marriage of Figaro
p. 29
23 OcTUBAfest
p. 40
25
FAMI LY CON CERT
Selections from The Marriage of Figaro
p. 38
28 Extracts from The Fall of the House of Usher
p. 40
28 Symphonic Band
p. 30
29 Symphony Orchestra
p. 33
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Royal Ballet of Cambodia
p. 17
5 Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band
p. 35
5 Wind Symphony
p. 30
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p. 35
Jazz Ensemble
7 Men’s Chorus & Women’s Chorus
p. 27
7 See How They Run
p. 43
7 Ballet Showcase
p. 24
11 Folk Music Ensembles
p. 31
11 Evening of Percussion
p. 31
12 Student Composer Showcase
p. 37
14 Jazz Combo Night
p. 35
14 Saxophone Chamber Night
p. 40
14 BYU Singers & Concert Choir
p. 28
14 dancEnsemble
p. 25
14 DanceSport
p. 20
15
FA MI LY CON CERT
Peter and the Wolf and Friends
p. 38
15 Trombone Choir
p. 40
18 Cougar Marching Band
p. 30
19 BYU Philharmonic
p. 32
20
Group for Experimental Music
p. 37
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BRAVO!
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Woodwind Chamber Night
Utah Symphony with Fumiaka Miura, violin
p. 13 p. 41
21 Synthesis with Essential Ellington Jazz Festival
p. 35
21 Our Town
p. 43
21 Senior Dance Showcase
p. 25
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String Chamber Night
p. 41
2
Chamber Orchestra
p. 32
2
Songwriter Showcase
p. 41
3 Jazz Voices
p. 35
3 Flute Choir
p. 41
3 University Orchestra and University Strings
p. 33
4 Jazz Lab Bands
p. 35
4 Brass Chamber Night
p. 41
5 Celebration of Christmas
p. 26
5 Christmas Around the World: Timeless Stories
p. 22
6 TubaChristmas
p. 41
6 Harp Solo and Ensemble
p. 41
9 University Chorale
p. 28
10 An Evening with the Opera Chorus
p. 29
10 Wind Symphony & Symphonic Band
p. 30
DECEMBER 2014
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BRAVO!
NOVEMBER 2014
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10 Utah Crosstalk
p. 37
13 Young Artists of Voice
p. 29
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p. 39
FACULTY A RTI ST
Neil Thornock, composition
16 Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band
p. 35
16 Vocal Point
p. 41
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FACULTY EN S EMBLE
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The Count of Monte Cristo
Q’d Up
p. 39 p. 44
24 Primrose Memorial Concert
p. 41
29 Ballet in Concert
p. 24
30 American Piano Duo
p. 39
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
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O F F TH E MA P
Compagnie sens Dessus Dessous: Linéa…
p. 18
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O F F TH E MA P
The Shanghai Restoration Project
p. 18
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O F F TH E MA P
Indian Ink Theatre Company: The Elephant Wrestler
p. 19
6 Living Legends: Seasons
p. 45
p. 23
10 Winter ChoirFest
p. 26
11 BYU Philharmonic: Evening of Concertos
p. 32
12 Jazz Voices and Jazz Ensemble
p. 35
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Nathan Gunn, baritone, Julie Gunn, piano
18 Opera Scenes
p. 29
19 Cougarettes
p. 54
20 The Music Dance Theatre Broadway Revue
p. 36
20 Dance in Concert
p. 25
24
p. 30
Symphonic Band
25 Symphony Orchestra
p. 33
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FACULTY EN S EMBLE
p. 39
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Wind Symphony
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B RAVO!
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FAMI LY CON CERT
Deseret Piano Trio
p. 30
The King’s Singers Many Flavors of Winds and Percussion
p. 14 p. 38
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Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band
p. 35
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Baroque Ensemble
p. 40
5 Group For New Music
p. 37
5 Young Ambassadors: Heartsongs
p. 36
5 Microburst Theatre Festival
p. 45
11 Folk Music Ensemble
p. 31
11 Synthesis
p. 35
11 DanceSport
p. 20
13 BYU Singers & Concert Choir
p. 28
14 Evening with the Opera Chorus
p. 29
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BYU Singers China April–May Living Legends Canada, Alaska April–May Wind Symphony Japan, South Korea, Mongolia April–May Ballroom Dance Company Nauvoo, IL June Young Ambassadors Nauvoo, IL June
Folk Dance Ensemble France, Spain, Portugal July–August For more information visit pam.byu.edu
Lynn Harrell, cello, and BYU Philharmonic
p. 15
18 Jazz Combo Night
p. 35
19 Trombone Choir
p. 40
19 Chamber Orchestra
p. 32
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Men’s Chorus
p. 27
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dancEnsemble
p. 25
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The Winter’s Tale
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FA MI LY CON CERT
p. 46 A Singing Adventure
p. 38
21 Women’s Chorus
p. 27
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Flute Choir
p. 41
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Jazz Ensemble
p. 35
25 Saxophone Chamber Night
p. 40
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Student Composer Showcase
p. 37
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Living Legends: Seasons
p. 23
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Woodwind Chamber Night
p. 41
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BYU Singers 30th Anniversary Concert
p. 28
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Senior Dance Showcase
p. 25
28 Harp Solo and Ensemble
p. 41
1 Songwriter Showcase
p. 41
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p. 35
Jazz Voices
3 HFAC 50th Festival of the Arts Gala
p. 56
7 Group for Experimental Music
p. 37
7 Evening of Percussion
p. 31
8 Symphony Orchestra
p. 33
9 Wind Symphony
p. 30
9 BFA New York Showcase
p. 36
9 Final Cut Film Festival
p. 47
10 Brass Chamber Night
p. 41
10 BYU Philharmonic
p. 32
10 Ballroom in Concert
p. 21
11 Jazz Lab Bands
p. 35
11 University Bands
p. 30
11 University Orchestra & University Strings
p. 33
11 Symphonic Band
p. 30
14 University Chorale
p. 28
8 Evening of Dance: Gifts from My Father 29 Princess Academy
p. 54 p. 46
MAY
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BRAVO!
APRIL 2015
Contemporary Dance Theatre Czech Republic, Hungary, France July
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MARCH 2015
Performing Art Tours Summer 2015
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Professional Performing Arts at BYU
An Evening with Sutton Foster Michael Rafter, Musical Director
The two-time Tony Award winner (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Anything Goes) celebrates Broadway and the American songbook with a night of show tunes, jazz standards, and songs familiar and new. de Jong Concert Hall Fri.–Sat., Sept. 5–6 7:30 p.m. $35+ $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale now Generously supported by Scott and Liesl Shurtliff
USA
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Actors from the London Stage, spring 2014 tour of As You Like It; photo by Barbara Johnston/University of Notre Dame
Actors from the London Stage: Much Ado About Nothing Shakespeare’s witty comedy of love, honor, and deception comes to vibrant life on a bare stage by five actors with credits from revered British institutions such as the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal National Theatre, and Shakespeare’s Globe. Mary Lou Fulton Plaza Joseph F. Smith Building Thurs.–Fri. Sept. 25–26 7:00 p.m. Sat., Sept. 27 2:00 p.m. $20 $7 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Aug. 18 Generously supported by the BYU Mary Lou Fulton Endowment in Theatre and Media Arts
ENGLAND
Utah Symphony with Fumiaka Miura Thierry Fischer conducts Utah’s esteemed orchestra in a program of European classics by celebrated Czech composer Antonín Dvořák and French composer Camille Saint-Saëns, the latter featuring rising star Japanese violinist Fumiaki Miura. de Jong Concert Hall Thurs., Nov. 20 7:30 p.m. $20 $7 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 20
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Nancy Peery Marriott Vocal Artist Series
Nathan Gunn, baritone Julie Gunn, piano
One of the most exciting and in-demand baritones of the day, Nathan Gunn has appeared with the major orchestras and opera companies of the world. His wife and collaborator, Julie, joins him for this recital of classical gems and beloved tunes from the American songbook. Madsen Recital Hall Fri., Feb. 13 7:30 p.m. $40 $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov. 24
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The King’s Singers A class act with a delightfully British wit, these six distinguished singers—each a consummate entertainer— are recognizable for their spot-on intonation, impeccable blend, flawless articulation, and incisive timing. de Jong Concert Hall Fri.–Sat., Feb. 27–28 7:30 p.m.
$25+ $10 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov. 24
ENGLAND
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Lynn Harrell, cello and BYU Philharmonic Kory Katseanes, Conductor
Renowned cellist, conductor, and teacher Lynn Harrell joins the BYU School of Music’s flagship orchestra for Antonín Dvořák’s lyrical and romantic Cello Concerto in B Minor. de Jong Concert Hall Tues., Mar. 17 7:30 p.m. $15 $5 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Tues., Feb. 17
USA
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Nishat Khan Transcending musical barriers with his spellbinding expression and technical mastery, Nishat Khan stands at the threshold of the future of sitar and Indian music with his uniquely invigorating, contemporary approach.
Professional Performing Arts at BYU
Madsen Recital Hall Thurs., Sept. 25 7:30 p.m. $13 $6 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens and BYU alumni On sale Mon., Aug. 18 Generously supported by the BYU School of Music, David M. Kennedy Center for International Studies, Asian Studies, Undergraduate Education, College of Humanities, and Department of Humanities
INDIA
Sound of Silk and Bamboo The melodies of ancient China come into focus by these four skilled instrumentalists from Tianjin’s highly regarded Conservatory of Music on a program of works for qin, xiao, pipa, di, erhu, and sheng. Madsen Recital Hall Fri., Oct. 10 7:30 p.m. $13 $6 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Sept. 9 Generously supported by BYU Asian Studies. Co-sponsored by the Confucius Institute at the University of Utah.
CHINA
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Royal Ballet of Cambodia photo by Thomy Keat
Listed by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity
Khmer Classical Dance
Royal Ballet of Cambodia Choreography by her Royal Highness Princess Norodom Buppha Devi
Renowned for graceful hand gestures, stunning costumes, and live music, the Royal Ballet of Cambodia has been closely associated with the Khmer court for more than a thousand years, narrowly escaping annihilation in the 1970s. Infused with a sacred and symbolic role, the dance embodies the traditional values of refinement, respect and spirituality. de Jong Concert Hall Sat., Nov. 1 7:30 p.m. $20+ $7 off with BYU or student ID $3 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Sept. 29 Generously supported by the BYU Department of Dance and Asian Studies
CAMBODIA
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Compagnie sens Dessus Dessous: Linéa… Two dancing jugglers and 100 yards of rope! This mix of object manipulation, dance, and juggling creates an original and poetic language and invites you into a magical world full of creativity, poetry, and humor.
Pardoe Theatre Thurs.–Sat., Feb. 5–7 6:00 p.m. Sat., Feb. 7 1:00 p.m. $7–10 On sale Mon., Nov. 24
Ages 4+
(50 minutes)
FRANCE
The Shanghai Restoration Project Chinese culture meets hip-hop and electronica in this fusion of traditional and contemporary musical sounds. Performed to projected images of Chinese architecture and art, TSRP mixes old and new in a very exciting way.
Madsen Recital Hall Thurs.–Sat., Feb. 5–7 7:25 p.m. Sat., Feb. 7 2:25 p.m. $7–10 On sale Mon., Nov. 24
(60 minutes)
USA/CHINA
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The Elephant Wrestler photo by Robert Catto
Indian Ink Theatre Company: The Elephant Wrestler
OFF THE MAP is supported in part with funds provided by the Laycock Center for Creative Collaboration, the BYU Mary Lou Fulton Endowment in Theatre and Media Arts, Utah Arts & Museums, SpringHill Suites, and the BYU Department of Dance.
One man solves the mysteries of life from his chai stand at the Bangalore train station in this humorous and heartwarming play with live music. Sometimes you find the answers to the biggest questions in the most humble of circumstances.
Margetts Theatre Thurs.–Sat., Feb. 5–7 9:00 p.m. Sat., Feb 7 4:00 p.m. $7–10 On sale Mon., Nov. 24
(60 minutes)
NEW ZEALAND
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Into All the World The full spectrum of dance shines in this annual showcase of the university’s finest movers. Featuring a salute to the international touring successes of Ballroom Dance Company, Contemporary Dance Theatre, International Folk Dance Ensemble, Living Legends, and Theatre Ballet. de Jong Concert Hall Wed.–Sat., Sept. 17–20 7:30 p.m. Sat., Sept. 20 2:00 p.m. $8–15 On sale Mon., Aug. 18 20
Senior Dance Showcase A concert of diverse dance works highlighting the artistry and stylistic voices of the graduating seniors. Dance Studio Theatre Richards Building Fri.–Sat., Nov. 21–22 7:30 p.m. Fri., Mar. 27 7:30 p.m. Sat., Mar. 28 2:00 p.m. $6 On sale Mon., Oct. 20 and Feb. 23
BYU DanceSport Championships
US National Amateur DanceSport Championships
Wilkinson Center Ballroom
The DanceSport competition will feature dancers from across the country in more than 30 different divisions. National amateur titles will be awarded in Latin, standard, smooth, rhythm, cabaret, and formation in all age categories.
Fri.–Sat., Nov. 14–15 All Day DanceSport tickets sold only through the Information Desk at the Wilkinson Student Center. 801–422–4313
Marriott Center
Wed.–Sat., Mar. 11–14
All Day
Ballroom in Concert
Lee Wakefield, artistic director Championship formation dancing, breath-taking lifts and spins—all performed in a seemingly endless stream of shimmering costumes—no one does it better than the Ballroom Dance Company. The first American team ever to win the prestigious British Formation Championships, a feat they have repeated an unprecedented 22 times. Marriott Center
BALLROOM
Fri.–Sat., Apr. 10–11 7:30 p.m. Sat., Apr. 11 2:00 p.m. $12–16 On sale Wed., Mar. 18
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Christmas Around the World: Timeless Stories Jeanette Geslison, artistic director
Featuring special guest BYU’s Living Legends, this holiday tradition showcases the rich ethnic diversity of the world through music and dance and features more than 200 dancers, singers, and musicians, colorful costumes and captivating choreography.
Marriott Center Fri.–Sat., Dec. 5–6 7:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 6 2:00 p.m. $10–20 On sale Mon., Nov. 3
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Dance Camps & Workshops Summer 2015 International Folk Dance June 15–17
Contemporary Dance Intensive June 22–July 3
Cougar Clogging Classic June 18–20
Intermediate Ballet July 6–17
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Dance Medley July 8–10
Year-Round Dance Programs dancecamps.byu.edu Advanced Ballet July 20–31 Adult Ballroom July 27–31 Youth Ballroom August 3–6
BYU Children and Teens’ Creative Dance Participants ages 3–18 learn through movement the basics of rhythm, create innovative compositions, and develop excellent performance skills.
BYU Youth DanceSport Youth ages 10–18 prepare for local and regional ballroom dance competitions and perform in a Winter Showcase.
Living Legends: Seasons
Janielle Christensen, artistic director Living Legends capture the essence of ancient and modern culture in a panorama of Latin American, Native American, and Polynesian song and dance. de Jong Concert Hall Fri.–Sat., Feb. 6–7 7:30 p.m. Thurs., Mar. 26 7:30 p.m. $12 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov. 24
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Ballet in Concert
Shani Robison, artistic director Two different programs will showcase the breadth of BYU Theatre Ballet’s style from classical to contemporary works as styles merge and emerge. Classical and Contemporary Repertory BYU Theatre Ballet performs highlights from Fairy Tales and Fantasy and concludes with three contemporary premieres by Alexandre Munz, Ishan Rustem, and Garret Smith. Fairy Tales and Fantasy For the first time, BYU Theatre Ballet presents its popular touring show featuring excepts from well-known and beloved ballets, such as Cinderella, The Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White. Arrive early for Prince and Princess Party where audience members can meet the ballerinas and the fairy tale royalty. Always a delight, the pre-show party is for young and old to dress up in their royal costumes. Children will be invited to dance on stage during the performance with their favorite characters.
Pardoe Theatre Classical and Contemporary Repertory Thurs.–Sat., Jan., 29–31 7:30 p.m. Fairy Tales and Fantasy Sat., Jan. 31 2:00 p.m. $15 $8 children 2+ On sale Mon., Nov. 24 Ages 2+
Ballet Showcase
Shayla Bott, artistic director Dance Studio Theatre Richards Building
BALLET
Fri.–Sat., Nov. 7–8 7:30 p.m. Sat., Nov. 8 2:00 p.m. $6 On sale Mon., Oct. 6
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CONTEMPORARY
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Dance in Concert
Nathan Balser, artistic director Contemporary Dance Theatre pays tribute to pop and rock music legends Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, My Chemical Romance, Frank Sinatra, and many more in CDT’s 40th anniversary celebration. de Jong Concert Hall Fri.–Sat., Feb. 20–21 7:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 21 2:00 p.m. $12 On sale Mon., Nov. 24
dancEnsemble
Graham Brown, artistic director BYU dancEnsemble focuses on presenting new student choreography through evenings of performance that are as fresh and diverse as the artistic voices it encompasses. Dance Studio Theatre Richards Building Fri.–Sat., Nov. 14–15 7:30 p.m.
Sat., Nov. 15 2:00 p.m.
Fri.–Sat., Mar. 20–21 7:30 p.m.
Sat., Mar. 21 2:00 p.m.
$6 On sale Mon., Oct. 13 and Tues., Feb. 17
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Choirs Showcase
Celebration of Christmas
Winter ChoirFest
de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall
Thurs.–Fri., Sept. 25–26 7:30 p.m.
Fri.–Sat., Dec. 5–6 7:30 p.m.
Tues., Feb. 10 7:30 p.m.
$6 On sale Mon., Aug. 18
Sat., Dec. 6 3:00 p.m.
$10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov. 24
BYU Singers, Concert Choir, Men’s Chorus, Women’s Chorus
BYU Combined Choirs and BYU Philharmonic
$16 $5 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov 3
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Men’s Chorus & Women’s Chorus
Rosalind Hall, conductor Jean Applonie, conductor
Men’s Chorus
Rosalind Hall, conductor
de Jong Concert Hall Fri.–Sat., Nov. 7–8 7:30 p.m. $10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 6
de Jong Concert Hall Fri., Mar. 20 7:30 p.m. $10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Tues., Feb. 17
Women’s Chorus
Jean Applonie, conductor
de Jong Concert Hall Sat., Mar. 21 7:30 p.m. $10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Tues., Feb. 17
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BYU Singers & Concert Choir
Ronald Staheli, conductor Rosalind Hall, conductor de Jong Concert Hall Fri.–Sat., Nov. 14–15 7:30 p.m. Fri., Mar. 13 7:30 p.m.
30th Anniversary Concert
BYU Singers
Ronald Staheli, conductor de Jong Concert Hall
University Chorale de Jong Concert Hall
Fri., Mar. 27 7:30 p.m.
Tues., Dec. 9 7:30 p.m.
$10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Feb. 23
Tues., Apr. 14 7:30 p.m.
$10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct., 13 and Feb. 9
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OPERA The Marriage of Figaro
Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte Directed by Lawrence Vincent BYU Philharmonic Kory Katseanes, conductor Mozart’s comic opera recounts a single day of mischief and madness at the palace of Count Almaviva, near Seville, Spain, where acts of flirtation, revenge and mistaken identity abound. Performed in Italian with English supertitles. de Jong Concert Hall Preview performances Sat. and Tues., Oct. 18 and 21 7:30 pm Wed.–Sat., Oct. 22–25 7:30 pm $18 $10 previews $4 off weeknights/$3 off weekends with BYU or student ID $2 off weeknights/$1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Sept. 15
An Evening with the Opera Chorus
Young Artists of Voice
Opera Scenes
Madsen Recital Hall
Madsen Recital Hall
Madsen Recital Hall
Wed., Dec. 10 7:30 p.m.
Tues., Thurs., Sat., Jan. 13, 15, 17 7:30 p.m. Tues. and Thurs. 6:00 p.m. Sat.
Wed.–Sat., Feb. 18–21 7:30 p.m.
Sat., Mar. 14 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Free event
Lawrence Vincent, director
$6 On sale Mon., Nov. 24
Free events
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BANDS bands.byu.edu
Instrumental Showcase
BYU Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, BYU Philharmonic, Symphony Orchestra
Wind Symphony
Donald Peterson, conductor de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall Wed., Oct. 1 7:30 p.m. $6 On sale Mon., Aug. 18
Symphonic Band Kirt Saville, conductor
de Jong Concert Hall Home Grown Tues., Oct. 28 7:30 p.m.
Band Classics and faculty artist Geralyn Giovannetti, oboe Wed., Nov. 5 7:30 p.m. American Bandmasters Association Convention Performance Preview Thurs., Feb. 26 7:30 p.m. Asian Tour Bon Voyage Concert Thurs., Apr. 9 7:30 p.m. $10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 6, Nov. 24, and Mar. 9
Wind Symphony & Symphonic Band
Donald Peterson, conductor Kirt Saville, conductor Featuring both outstanding wind bands separately and a grand combined performance of the finale from Saint-Saëns’s Symphony No. 3, “Organ Symphony.” de Jong Concert Hall Wed., Dec. 10 7:30 p.m. $10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov. 3
Gloriosa Tues., Feb. 24 7:30 p.m.
Cougar Marching Band Fred McInnis, director
American Classics Sat., Apr. 11 7:30 p.m.
de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall
Sat., Apr. 11 11:00 a.m.
Pass in Review Tues., Nov. 18 7:30 p.m.
$3 On sale Mon., Mar. 9
$6 On Sale Mon., Sept. 29, Nov. 24, and Mar. 9
$6 On sale Mon., Oct. 20
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University Bands
PERCUSSION
Evening of Percussion
Panoramic Steel, Percussion Ensemble Ron Brough, director Gamelan Bintang Wahyu Jeremy Grimshaw, director To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Harris Fine Arts Center, Evening of Percussion will present a history of pan, including the origins of AfroCarribbean rhythms “Tamboo Bamboo,” “Pan Around the Neck” steel drums, and a contemporary piece, “Appreciation,” by Andy Narell. de Jong Concert Hall Tues., Nov. 11 7:30 p.m. Tues., Apr. 7 7:30 p.m. $10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 13 and Mar. 9
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Instrumental Showcase
Chamber Orchestra
BYU Philharmonic
de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall
Wed., Oct. 1 7:30 p.m.
Handel: Concerto Grosso, op. 3, no. 4 Morris: Dreamscape (premiere) Nancy King, oboe Prokofiev: Peter and the Wolf Tues., Dec. 2 7:30 p.m.
Mendelssohn: Overture to Hebrides Neil Thornock: am strigat…am legat (premiere) Will Kimball, trombone Dvořák: Symphony No. 7 Wed., Nov. 19 7:30 p.m.
Mozart: Overture to Impressario Asplund: When I Take Petals and Strew Them (premiere) Jennifer Babidge, soprano Ray Smith, saxophone Beethoven: Symphony No. 1 Thurs., Mar. 19 7:30 p.m.
Evening of Concertos Wed., Feb. 11 7:30 p.m.
BYU Philharmonic, Symphonic Orchestra, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band
$6 On sale Mon., Aug. 18
Kory Katseanes, conductor
$10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov. 3 and Feb. 17
ORCHESTRAS orchestras.byu.edu
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Kory Katseanes, conductor
Berlioz: Overture to Benvenuto Cellini Strauss: Don Juan Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B Minor Lynn Harrell, cello Tues., Mar. 17 7:30 p.m. Wagner: Overture to Die Meistersinger Ravel: Bolero Prokofiev: Symphony No. 5 Fri., Apr. 10 7:30 p.m. $10–15 $4–5 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 20, Nov. 24, Feb. 17, and Mar. 9
Symphony Orchestra Christian Smith, conductor
University Orchestra & University Strings
de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall
Wed., Oct. 29 7:30 p.m.
Wed., Dec. 3 7:30 p.m.
Wed., Feb. 25 7:30 p.m.
Sat., Apr. 11 2:00 p.m.
Wed., Apr. 8 7:30 p.m.
$3 On sale Mon., Nov. 3 and Mar. 9
$6 On sale Mon., Sept. 29, Nov. 24, and Mar. 9
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JAZZ jazz.byu.edu
Jazz Showcase
Synthesis, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Voices, Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band de Jong Concert Hall Tues., Sept. 30 7:30 p.m. $6 On sale Mon., Aug. 18
Jazz Legacy Dixieland Band Steve Call, director
Madsen Recital Hall Wed., Nov. 5 7:30 p.m. Fri., Jan. 16 7:30 p.m. Tues., Mar. 3 7:30 p.m.
Jazz Ensemble
Synthesis
de Jong Concert Hall
de Jong Concert Hall
MIX: UN-Common Variety Show Tues., Nov. 6 7:30 p.m.
Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival Fri.–Sat., Nov. 21–22 7:30 p.m.
Love Is in the Air, with Jazz Voices Thurs., Feb. 12 7:30 p.m.
Velvet Fog: A Tribute to Mel Tormé featuring guest soloist Mark Stevens Wed., Mar. 11 7:30 p.m.
Mark Ammons, director
Come Play With Us! Tues., Mar. 24 7:30 p.m.
Ray Smith, director
$6 On sale Mon., Oct. 6, Nov. 24, and Feb.23
$10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 20 and Feb. 9
Jazz Combo Night
Jazz Voices
Jazz Lab Bands
Madsen Recital Hall
Madsen Recital Hall
Madsen Recital Hall
Fri., Nov. 14 7:30 p.m.
Joyful Noise Jam An evening of joyful jazz, holiday favorites and an ugly Christmas sweater contest Wed., Dec. 3 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 4 7:30 p.m.
Free events
Jay Lawrence, director
Wed., Mar. 18 7:30 p.m. Free events
Allen M. Matthews, director
Mike Tobian, director
Sat., Apr. 11 7:30 p.m. Free events
de Jong Concert Hall Love Is in the Air, with Jazz Ensemble Thurs., Feb. 12 7:30 p.m. Jazz Voices: Greatest Hits! Thurs., Apr. 2 7:30 p.m. $6 On sale Mon., Nov. 3, Nov. 24, and Mar. 2
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Music Dance Theatre Broadway Revue
BFA New York Showcase
Featuring the talents of numerous Music Dance Theatre alumni from around the country including Broadway veterans returning to Provo for the first ever MDT reunion.
Produced by BYU Interdisciplinary Music Dance Theatre Program
Pardoe Theatre Fri.–Sat., Feb. 20–21 7:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 21 2:00 p.m. $10 $4 off with BYU or student ID $1 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Nov. 24
Nelke Theatre Thurs.–Fri., Apr. 9–10 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. $6 day of the performance $5 in advance On sale Mon., Mar. 9
Young Ambassadors 45th Anniversary
Heartsongs: Melodies of Love Randy Boothe, artistic director
Featuring YA alumni from 45 years of world tours in a fast-paced revue about those moments in life when love touches us in expected ways. Highlights include show tunes from award-winning Broadway musical How to Success in Business Without Really Trying, Cinderella, Singin’ in the Rain, and Thoroughly Modern Millie and international hits by The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Adele, and Michael Jackson. de Jong Concert Hall Thurs.–Sat., Mar. 5–7 7:30 p.m. Sat., Mar. 7 2:00 p.m. $8–12 On Sale Mon., Feb. 2
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NEW MUSIC Group for New Music
Group for Experimental Music
Thurs., Oct. 9 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Nov. 20 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Mar. 5 7:30 p.m.
Tues., Apr. 7 7:30 p.m.
Student Composer Showcase
Utah Crosstalk Featuring works from students at BYU and the University of Utah Sat., Jan. 10 7:30 p.m.
Wed., Nov. 12 7:30 p.m.
Madsen organ photo by Andrew Galloway
Thurs., Mar. 26 7:30 p.m.
All events free in the Madsen Recital Hall.
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FAMILY CONCERT SERIES All events free in the de Jong Concert Hall with season pass or event ticket.
Make family memories by attending the Family Concert Series, created to introduce the joy of music to children. Pick up free season passes at the BYU Ticket Office in the Harris Fine Arts Center or the Marriott Center. All family members are encouraged to attend regardless of age.
Selections from The Marriage of Figaro BYU Philharmonic Kory Katseanes, conductor
Peter and the Wolf and Friends Chamber Orchestra Kory Katseanes, conductor
Many Flavors of Winds and Percussion Wind Symphony Donald Peterson, conductor
A Singing Adventure Men’s Chorus & Women’s Chorus Rosalind Hall & Jean Applonie, conductors
Sat., Oct. 25 11:00 a.m.
Sat., Nov. 15 11:00 a.m.
Sat., Feb. 28 11:00 a.m.
Sat. Mar. 21 11:00 a.m.
familyconcerts.byu.edu
Music Camps & Workshops | Summer 2015
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BYU Organ Workshop Four-day program offered every summer for adults and designed for organ skill-building for all organ levels. organworkshop.byu.edu
InterMuse Academy Intensive two-week graduate summer course for musician-teachers who wish to become Kodály certified. intermuse.byu.edu
Vocal Beauty Boot Camp Four-day summer program for adults and teachers of singing from all experience levels. vocalbootcamp.byu.edu
Year-Round Music Workshops
BYU Young Musicians Academy Encourages music in the home by offering quality music experiences for preschool children and their parents. childrensmusic.byu.edu
Young Ambassadors Singing Entertainer Workshop Two programs each summer for ages 14–18. yase.byu.edu
Young Musicians SummerFestival Six-day musical training camp for intermediate and advanced musicians. summerfestival.byu.edu
BYU New Horizons Orchestra Created especially for older adults to begin or renew study of a string instrument. newhorizons.byu.edu
Photo by Andrew Galloway
Sundance Trio Geralyn Giovannetti, oboe Christian Smith, bassoon Jed Moss, piano
Performing works of Dvořák
Fri., Sept. 19 7:30 p.m.
Wed., Sept. 10 7:30 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 26 7:30 p.m.
9/11 Memorial Concert LeAnn Morgan, violin Scott Holden, piano Laura Candland, narrator Hindemith: Trauermusik Christian Asplund: Magnificat Shostakovich: Viola Sonata, op. 147 Thurs., Sept. 11 7:30 p.m.
Diane Reich, soprano with guest artist Nicolas Giusti, piano Fri., Sept. 12 7:30 p.m.
Kerilyn Johnson, voice Nelke Theatre Fri., Sept. 19 7:30 p.m.
Neil Thornock, composition with guest artist Hilary Demske, piano Wed., Jan. 14 7:30 p.m.
Q’d Up Faculty Jazz Quintet Ray Smith, saxophone Steve Lindeman, keyboards Eric Hansen, bass Ron Brough, drums and percussion Jay Lawrence, drums and percussion
FACULTY ARTISTS
Deseret Piano Trio Monte Belknap, violin Michelle Kesler, cello Jeffrey Shumway, piano
All events free in the Madsen Recital Hall.
Wed., Jan. 21 7:30 p.m.
American Piano Duo Jeffrey Shumway and guest artist Del Parkinson Fri., Jan. 30 7:30 p.m.
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MUSIC EVENTS 30th Anniversary Concert
American Piano Quartet
OcTUBAfest
de Jong Concert Hall
Steve Call, tuba and euphonium Thurs., Oct. 23 7:30 p.m.
Robin Hancock, Scott Holden, Del Parkinson, Jeffrey Shumway
Wed., Sept. 24 7:30 p.m. $6 On sale Mon., Aug. 18
Guest Artist David Korevaar piano
Madsen Recital Hall Fri., Sept. 26 7:30 p.m. Free event
Guest Artist Robert Williams Principal Bassoon Detroit Symphony Orchestra Madsen Recital Hall Fri., Oct. 17 7:30 p.m. Free event
Madsen Recital Hall Tues., Nov. 4 7:30 p.m.
Wed., Mar. 4 7:30 p.m.
Free event
Folk Music Ensemble Mark Geslison, director
Madsen Recital Hall
Utah Premiere Brass Fri., Oct. 24 7:30 p.m. Grand OcTUBAfest Concert Sat., Oct. 25 7:30 p.m.
Madsen Recital Hall Tues., Nov. 11 7:30 p.m. Wed., Mar. 11 7:30 p.m. $6 On sale Mon., Oct. 13 and Feb. 9
Saxophone Chamber Night
Free events
University Parkway Center
Annual Halloween Concert
Featuring two saxophone quartets playing musical styles from classical to contemporary. Fri., Nov. 14 7:30 p.m.
Extracts from The Fall of the House of Usher Music by Christian Asplund with texts by Edgar Allen Poe Michael Lee, guest narrator Join us for a monodrama of Christian Asplund’s adaptation of texts from Poe’s immortal tale with student and faculty performers. An introduction will be given by BYU English professor and world-renowned Poe expert Dennis Perry. Halloween costumes encouraged. Madsen Recital Hall Tues., Oct. 28 7:30 p.m. $6 Free CD with admission.
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Baroque Ensemble
Featuring two saxophone quartets featuring styles from Baroque to ragtime and classical to jazz. Wed., Mar. 25 7:30 p.m. Free events
Trombone Choir
Flute Choir
Sat., Nov. 15 7:30 p.m.
Wed., Dec. 3 7:30 p.m.
Madsen Recital Hall Thurs., Mar. 19 7:30 p.m.
University Parkway Center Tues., Mar. 24 7:30 p.m.
TubaChristmas
Madsen Recital Hall Sat., Dec. 6 Noon
Free event
Free event
Free event
Woodwind Chamber Night
Brass Chamber Night
Primrose Memorial Concert
Thurs., Nov. 20 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 4 7:30 p.m.
University Parkway Center
Fri., Mar. 27 7:30 p.m.
University Parkway Center Fri., Apr. 10 7:30 p.m.
Free event
Free event
String Chamber Night
Harp Solo and Ensemble
Tues., Dec. 2 7:30 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 6 7:00 p.m.
Free event
Free event
University Parkway Center
Atar Arad, professor of viola at Indiana University Jeffrey Shumway, piano
The Primrose Memorial Concert honors legendary violist William Primrose (1903–82).
Madsen Recital Hall
Sat., Mar. 28 3:00 p.m.
Madsen Recital Hall Sat., Jan. 24 7:30 p.m. Free event
Songwriters Showcase Madsen Recital Hall Tues., Dec. 2 7:30 p.m. Wed., Apr. 1 7:30 p.m.
Photo: iStock
Free event
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THEATRE AND MEDIA ARTS
THEATRE
BYU Theatre season ticket package includes these five main stage productions: See How They Run Our Town The Count of Monte Cristo The Winter’s Tale Princess Academy See p. 47 for details.
The BYU Theatre Season is supported by the BYU Mary Lou Fulton Endowment in Theatre and Media Arts.
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theatre for young audiences BYU Young Company
The Fisherman and His Wife A participatory play adapted by Larry and Vivian Snipes Based on a story collected by the Brothers Grimm Directed by Néstor Bravo Goldsmith Artistic director Julia Ashworth
This tale of a fisherman, an enchanted fish, and three magic wishes taps into the imagination through clever storytelling and audience participation. Nelke Theatre Sept. 26, Oct. 1–3, 8–10 7:00 p.m. Sat., Sept. 27, Oct. 11 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. ASL interpreted performance Thurs., Oct. 2 $6–7 $2 off for children ages 2–11 On sale Mon., Aug. 18 Ages 2+
comedy
drama
By Philip King Directed by Barta Lee Heiner
By Thornton Wilder Directed by Stephanie Breinholt
See How They Run
Mayhem ensues in this hysterical farce involving mistaken identity, slamming doors, and a cast of mismatched personalities at a vicarage in 1940s England.
Our Town
Hailed as “the greatest American play ever written,” this hopeful missive about the lives of the residents of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, won the 1938 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Margetts Theatre Nov. 7–8, 12–15, 18–22 7:30 p.m. Sat., Nov. 8, 15 2:00 p.m. ASL interpreted performance Thurs., Nov. 13 $14 $8 Saturday matinees $5–6 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 6
Pardoe Theatre Nov. 21–22, Dec. 2–6, 9–11 7:30 p.m. Sat., Nov. 22 and Dec. 6 2:00 p.m. ASL interpreted performance Thurs., Dec. 4 $15 $4–5 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Oct. 20
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U.S. PREMIERE
new musical Interdisciplinary Music Dance Theatre Program
The Count of Monte Cristo
de Jong Concert Hall
Music by Frank Wildhorn Book and lyrics by Jack Murphy
Preview performance Jan. 22 7:30 p.m.
Directed by Tim Threlfall Musical direction by Gayle Lockwood Choreography by Nathan Balser Creative producer Jeffrey Martin
Jan. 23–24, 27–31 7:30 p.m.
From the Tony Award–nominated composer of The Scarlet Pimpernel, The Civil War, and Jekyll & Hyde, comes this epic musical based on Alexander Dumas’s classic story of revenge, romance, and love’s redemptive power.
Sat., Jan. 24 and 31 2:00 p.m. ASL interpreted performance Thurs., Jan. 29 $21–28 $5–6 with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon, Nov. 24
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theatre for young audiences BYU Young Company
A Midsummer Night’s Dream By William Shakespeare Adapted and directed by Nat Reed Artistic director Julia Ashworth
The Bard’s popular comedy about the struggles of love comes to life at the hands—or, rather, the strings—of a troupe of handmade marionettes.
new works
Microburst Theatre Festival A series of short plays written by BYU students Directed by George D. Nelson
Winner of three national awards at the 2014 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, this jubilee of new plays by aspiring playwrights returns for another round to explore love, loss, and life. Margetts Theatre
Nelke Theatre Feb. 4–6, 11–13 7:00 p.m. Sat., Feb. 7 and 14 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. ASL interpreted performance Thurs., Feb. 5 $6–7 $2 off for children ages 2–11 On sale Mon., Nov. 24
Mar. 5–7, 11–14 7:30 p.m. Sat., Mar. 7 and 14 2:00 p.m. ASL interpreted performance Thurs., Mar. 12 $5 On sale Mon., Feb. 2
Ages 2+
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WORLD PREMIERE
classic
for families
By William Shakespeare Directed by Lindsay Livingston
Based on the book by Shannon Hale Adapted for the stage by Lisa Hall Hagen Directed by Megan Sanborn Jones
The Winter’s Tale Myth and misunderstanding intersect as a cast of colorful and passionate characters search for their happy ending in this tragicomedy, one of Shakespeare’s last plays. Pardoe Theatre
Princess Academy
Taken from her home to attend royal finishing school, Miri faces a harsh schoolmistress, fierce storms, and bandits, but soon discovers the power of friendship and a loving heart. Adapted from the story by New York Times bestselling author Shannon Hale.
Mar. 20–21, 24–27, 31, Apr. 1–3 7:30 p.m.
Pardoe Theatre
Sat., Mar. 21 and 28 2:00 p.m.
May 29–30, June 4–6, 10–13 7:00 p.m.
ASL interpreted performance Thurs., Mar. 26 $8–15 $8 Saturday matinees $4–5 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Tues., Feb. 17
Sat., May 30, June 4, 6, 12, 13 2:00 p.m. ASL interpreted performance Thurs., June 4, 7:00 p.m. $12 $3–4 off with BYU or student ID $2 off for senior citizens or BYU alumni On sale Mon., Apr. 6 Ages 4+
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TMA EVENTS Westminster College Greek Theatre Festival
Hecuba by Euripides
Video Game Studies Symposium B. F. Larsen Gallery Thurs.–Sat., Feb. 12–14
Translated by Marianne McDonald Directed by Barbara Smith Sets by Spencer Brown of Westminster College Costumes by Valerie Nishiguchi Original music by Brandon Derfler Choreography by Enid Atkinson
As the Greeks are heading home following the Trojan War, this tragedy depicts the grief of Hecuba, queen of the fallen city of Troy, over the sacrifice of her daughter Polyxena, and the revenge she takes over the added loss of her son Polydorus.
Free event
Final Cut Film Festival The BYU Department of Theatre and Media Arts and the BYU Student Film Association present this student-produced, student-created film festival featuring a collection of the best student-made fiction films, documentaries, commercials, animations, and more.
de Jong Concert Hall Mon., Sept. 22 5:00 p.m. $8–11 On sale Mon., Aug. 18
Pardoe Theatre Thurs.–Sat., Apr. 9–11 6:30 p.m. program A 8:30 p.m. program B $4 On sale Mon., Mar. 9
BYU Theatre Season Tickets As a season ticket holder, you can save up to 36% off individual ticket prices, reserve seat assignments before tickets go on sale to the general public, and place advance orders to additional theatre productions at discounted prices at the time of season ticket purchase. You will also receive priority notification of added events, calendar updates, and behind-the-scenes previews of upcoming productions; as well as privileges to exchange tickets at no cost for another performance of the same production. Become a season ticket holder at byuarts.com.
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ARTS OUTREACH Kinnect
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. This outreach company gives BYU students the opportunity to develop skills in creating, performing, and teaching dance. byukinnect.org kinnect@byu.edu
Traditionz 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.
Young Company
The BYU Department of Theatre and Media Arts supports an active touring program of theatre for young audiences through the Young Company, a theatre outreach program that performs for 35–40 schools each semester. youngcompany@byu.edu
Museum of Art
The BYU Museum of Art offers a robust array of education 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. moa.byu.edu/learn
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Theatre Workshop | Summer 2015
theatrecamp.byu.edu
Express your dramatic style as you develop skills in voice and dialect, movement and dance, stage combat, and auditioning. For beginning, intermediate and seasoned high school actors who love to learn and want to build their theatre skills through classroom and hands-on instruction in master classes, specialty workshops, and rehearsals. Two-week summer programs for ages 14–18.
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byu on-campus performances for schools The Fisherman and His Wife
Fairy Tales and Fantasy
A Midsummer Nights Dream
BYU Young Company
BYU Theatre Ballet
BYU Young Company
Pardoe Theatre
Pardoe Theatre
Nelke Theatre
Thurs., Oct. 9 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Fri., Jan. 30 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Thurs., Feb. 5 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Ages 2+ See p. 42
Age 2+ See p. 24
Age 2+ See p. 45
Christmas Around the World Marriott Center
Compagnie sens Dessus Dessous: Linéa… Pardoe Theatre
Young DanceMakers: Gifts from My Father de Jong Concert Hall
Fri., Dec. 5 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Fri., Feb. 6 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Fri., May 8 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Age 5+ See p. 22
Age 4+ See p. 18
Age 5+ See p. 54
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VISUAL AR DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL ARTS
dvagalleries.byu.edu
Every Polished Grace
Art & Design Faculty Gallery 303 and B. F. Larsen Gallery Through Sept. 11, 2014
Movement and Meaning: The Power of Pilgrimage B. F. Larsen Gallery Oct. 2–30, 2014
Every Polished Grace Art & Design Alumni B. F. Larsen Gallery Jan. 16–Feb. 9, 2015
Video Game Studies Symposium
Sponsored by the Department of Theatre and Media Arts B. F. Larsen Gallery Feb. 12–14, 2015
Annual Student Show
Gallery 303 & B. F. Larsen Gallery Apr. 8–24, 2015
Logan Haven. Portrait.
Student exhibitions rotate every two weeks, year-round. Request free monthly newsletter at gallery303@byu.edu.
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David Raliegh. Burning Home.
RTS Jason Palmer. Salt.
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1 Mutava Quilt, Kutch, India, 1998, Mixed fabrics and mirrors, Collection of Patricia O. Stoddard.
MUSEUM OF ART EXHIBITIONS
One of the largest and bestattended art museums in the Mountain West, the MOA offers a dynamic exhibition schedule and a robust array of educational experiences and resources for all ages. Visit the MOA to experience world-class art and engage with artists and scholars from around the world.
moa.byu.edu
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Fabric of Belonging:
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Exotic Quilts from Pakistan & India
Cut!
Kim Schoenstadt:
Through Dec. 6, 2014
Through Apr. 18, 2015
Costume and the Cinema
Through Nov. 28, 2014
Block Plan Series: Provo
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Loving Devotion: Visions of Vishnu
Through Mar. 21, 2015
e. g. Amar Kanwar: A Season Outside
Through Jan. 31, 2015
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Costume of Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, 2003.
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Vishnu With Attendants, Bangladesh, 12th century, schist (stone), Collection of the Newark Museum.
Kobayakawa Kiyoshi, Untitled, 1932, Image courtesy of and used under license from The Levenson Collection.
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Deco Japan:
Shaping Art & Culture, 1920–1941 Feb. 7–July 18, 2015
Folding Paper:
The Infinite Possibilities of Origami Jan. 29–June 20, 2015
Shaping America:
Selected Works from the Permanent Collection of American Art Through Mar. 2018
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Christine Edison, Mother and Child, 2009, Wyndstone marble paper.
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OTHER EVENTS College of Fine Arts and Communications
Alumni Achievement Lecture: Brett Helquist BFA illustration, 1993
The work of award-winning illustrator Brett Helquist has been recognized the by E. B. White Read Aloud Honor Award for Bedtime for Bear, Midwest Booksellers Choice Award for Children’s Literature for Chasing Vermeer, and Book Sense Book of the Year Award for Chasing Vermeer. In addition, his work has been published in the popular book series A Series of Unfortunate Events, children’s magazine Cricket, and the New York Times.
Vocal Point BYU’s nine-man a cappella ensemble, wows audiences everywhere with their vocal firepower, innovative arrangements, and remarkable vocal percussion. byuvocalpoint.com
Madsen Recital Hall Thurs., Oct. 16 11:00 a.m.
Noteworthy
Free event
Appearing on NBC’s The SingOff, BYU’s nine-voice, all-female ensemble has become one of the most popular collegiate a cappella groups in the nation. noteworthy9.com
BYU Athletics Spirit Squad
Cougarettes The Cougarettes are 13-time National College Dance Team Champions and the 2014 National Open Dance Champions. Enjoy BYU’s Cougarettes at their best as they present a variety of dance genres that will entertain, uplift, and inspire. Covey Center for the Arts Thurs.–Sat., Feb. 19–21 7:30 p.m. Sat., Feb. 21 2:00 p.m. $15 $12 for students and senior citizens On sale starting Mon., Dec. 1, at the Covey Center for the Arts 801–852–7007
Pardoe Theatre Fri., Jan. 16 7:30 p.m. Sat.., Jan 17 2:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. $10–12 On sale Mon., Nov. 24
de Jong Concert Hall Thurs., Dec. 11 7:30 p.m. $10–12 On sale Mon., Nov. 3
BYU Young DanceMakers
Evening of Dance: Gifts from My Father Kathleen B. Sheffield, director
Annual performance of Children and Teens’ Creative Dance Program. de Jong Concert Hall Fri.–Sat., May 8–9 7:30 p.m. $12 On sale Mon., Apr. 6 Ages 3+
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Featuring BYU alum fantasy artist James Christensen, BYU Philharmonic, Men’s Chorus, International Folk Dance Ensemble, Young Ambassadors, Living Legends, Ballroom Dance, Contemporary Dance Theatre, and scenes from Music Dance Theatre’s production of The Count of Monte Cristo. Marriott Center Thurs.–Fri., Oct. 16–17 7:30 p.m.
Trying to Fly, copyright James C. Christensen, courtesy of The Greenwich Workshop®, Inc.
$14–25 On sale Mon., Aug. 18
In conjunction with the Harris Fine Arts Center 50th Anniversary and Homecoming 2014, the annual Brimhall Essay Contest will offer cash prizes for essays that focus on the individuals who have advanced the arts at BYU. Visit studentalumni.byu.edu for contest rules and deadlines.
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50th Anniversary Celebration Festival of the Arts Gala
An evening of visual arts exhibitions, film screenings, food, dancing, as well as live entertainment from many of BYU’s student ensembles, including Ballroom Dance Company, Broadway Cabaret, BYU Philharmonic, BYU Singers, BYU Theatre’s The Winter’s Tale, Concert Choir, Contemporary Dance Theatre, Gamelan Bintang Wahyu, International Folk Dance Ensemble, Living Legends, Microburst Theatre Festival, Songwriter’s Showcase, Synthesis, Theatre Ballet, Vocal Point, Wind Symphony, and Young Ambassadors. Harris Fine Arts Center B. F. Larsen Gallery Museum of Art Wilkinson Student Center Fri., Apr. 3 6:30 p.m., opening ceremony, free 7:30 p.m.–midnight, exhibitions and performances at locations around campus See byuarts.com for a complete schedule and ticket information.
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Our students soar with your support.
demiree eastman “Going to Beijing, China with Contemporary Dance Theatre was an experience that I will remember for the rest of my life. There is a special feeling in China. I can tell that the people are genuinely good. They have good hearts and good minds. If I could, I would rewind time and do it all over again and again.” » Learn more about Demi at dance.byu.edu/demi
If you would like to learn more about how you can make a positive impact in the lives of students such as those featured in this brochure, please contact Jennifer Amott, associate director of major gifts in the College of Fine Arts and Communications. 801-422-9219 | jennifer_amott@byu.edu
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BENEFITS & PATRON SERVICES BYU Ticket Office
Series Benefits
Late Seating
Tickets for all on-campus performances can be purchased in person at the Harris Fine Arts Center and the Marriott Center or on-line at byuarts.com.
Series subscribers (excluding artsPASS) receive:
Patrons arriving after a performance has started will be seated at the discretion of management—subject to availability.
Harris Fine Arts Center Ticket Office Harris Fine Arts Center, BYU, Provo, UT 84602 Phone: 801–422–2981 or 1–800–322–2981 Fax: 801–422–0324 Online: byuarts.com Fall / winter semesters: Mon.–Fri., 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with extended hours on performance nights. Saturdays, one hour prior to performances. Spring term: Mon.–Fri., 10:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m., with extended hours on performance nights. Saturdays, one hour prior to performances. Summer term: Mon.–Fri., 10:00 a.m.– 3:00 p.m., with extended hours on performance nights. Saturdays, one hour prior to performances. Closed holidays and on Tuesdays for university devotionals and forums, 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Reduced hours between semesters.
Marriott Center Ticket Office 500 E. University Parkway, BYU, Provo, UT 84602 Phone: 801–422–2981 or 1–800–322–2981 Mon.–Fri., 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Covey Center for the Arts Ticket Office 425 West Center Street, Provo, UT 84601 Phone: 801–852–7007 Fax: 801–852–7022 Online: coveycenter.org. Mon.–Thurs., 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Fri. 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
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Savings off individual ticket prices. Reserved seat assignments before tickets go on sale to the public. Priority notification of added events and calendar updates.
Methods of Payment Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover are accepted. For ordering assistance call 801–422–2981.
Group Discounts Many performances offer discounts for groups of 15 or more. Contact the BYU Arts Ticket Office at 801–422–4322 for pricing and availability.
Exchanges Ticket exchanges may be made at the Harris Fine Arts Center or Marriott Center Ticket Offices. Exchanges are only available to an alternate performance of the same event. Exchanges must be made by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the performance you wish to attend or by 5:00 p.m. on the performance date of your ticket, whichever occurs first. Exchanges cannot be made for past performances. Tickets must be presented at the time of the exchange. Exchanges cannot be made over the phone. This service is complimentary for series subscribers, but for other patrons a $1 service fee will be charged per ticket. Sorry, but no refunds are given.
Lost or Forgotten Tickets Tickets may be reprinted at the ticket office after 7:00 p.m. on the night of the event with proper identification.
BYU photography by Mark A. Philbrick and the BYU Photo staff unless otherwise indicated.
Special Offers Stay in touch when you sign up for OnStage, the weekly BYU Arts e-newsletter, at byuarts.com.
Accessibility Please inform the ticket office of any special needs when ordering. Wheelchair-accessible seating is available in all venues. Assisted-listening devices are available for performances in the de Jong Concert Hall, Pardoe Theatre, Madsen Recital Hall, and Marriott Center from ushers or the house manager. Each theatre production has a designated performance for American Sign Language interpretation. ASL interpretation may be arranged for other performances by contacting the ticket office at 801–422– 2981 two weeks prior to the event. Large-print programs are available if requested 48 hours prior to the performance by calling 801–422–9348.
Venues Learn more about our performance halls at byuarts.com/venues.
Donations If you are unable to use your tickets, you may donate them to BYU at least 24 hours prior to the performance and receive a receipt for IRS or other purposes. Our productions are possible because of generous gifts from our friends. For information about supporting our students, contact Jennifer Amott at 801–422–9219 or jennifer_amott@byu.edu.
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