BYU Fine Arts and Entertainment Calendar for November 2006
At the BYU Museum of Art:
A new exhibition of the museum's permanent collection, "American Dreams: Selected Works from the Museum's Permanent Collection of American Art," has replaced "150 Years of American Painting," which had been on view for 11 years. The exhibition features prints, sculpture, photography and painting. "American Dreams" is divided into three thematic sections: "The Dream of Eden," "American Aspirations" and "Envisioning America." The collection is scheduled to be on display until 2011.
"Candida Höfer: Architecture of Absence" will be featured through Jan. 6, 2007. This is the first North American survey exhibition devoted to this celebrated German artist. Over the last 30 years, Höfer has created meticulously composed images of the interiors of public and institutional spaces. The 50 chromogenic prints in the exhibition embrace the full spectrum of Höfer's illustrious career with an emphasis on her recent work.
"Types & Typologies: German Photographers from the Norton Museum of Art" will be on view through Jan. 6, 2007. A companion exhibition to "Candida Höfer: Architecture of Absence," this exhibition gives an overview of the stylistic heritage to which Höfer's work is indebted.
"Beholding Salvation: Images of Christ" will open Nov. 16 and will be on display through June 16, 2007. Christ's image has dominated the subject matter of Western art for more than 1,700 years, and his life provides a wealth of themes and events for artistic expression. This exhibition will represent a chronology of the Savior's life and examine the changing representations of Christ that resulted from shifting political, religious and cultural perspectives. The exhibition will also explore the artistic styles and conventions that have encouraged a personal relationship between the viewer and the Savior through the generations. Docent-led tours will be offered each Monday night during the exhibition. To schedule a tour, call the Museum Education Department at (801) 422-1140. Free tours will also be available during museum hours and must be scheduled one week in advance.
"The Intimate Eye: Drawings by Burton Silverman" will be on display through Nov. 25. The exhibit will feature 30 drawings that span Silverman's career of more than four decades. Silverman's work has appeared in The New Yorker and on the covers of Time, Newsweek and New York Magazine. Although intended as a teaching exhibit for drawing students, the technical virtuosity and visual appeal of Silverman's figurative studies will appeal to a large audience. Admission to all exhibits is free. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays; and noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays. For more information on exhibits and museum programs, call (801) 422-ARTS.
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, Nov. 1
"The Little Foxes" by Lillian Hellman will take place Nov. 1-18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Margetts Theatre. A matinee performance will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11. There will be no performances Sundays or Mondays. The Hubbards, a family of the post-Civil War South, are willing to cheat even those who should be dearest to them. Focusing on the characters and who they become will encourage the audience to question if it is possible to stop corruption from affecting future generations. Tickets are $14 or $9 weeknights and $10 weekends with a student or BYU ID. For selected performances, all seats will be $7. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
David Blackinton and Don Peterson will conduct the Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band at 7:30 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Thursday, Nov. 2
Classical 89 will present a performance by husband/wife team Jennifer Welch-Babidge, soprano, and Darrell Babidge, baritone, at 7 p.m. in the Museum of Art auditorium. They will be accompanied by Barbara Allen on piano. Tickets are free, but seating is limited. Tickets can be reserved by calling (800) 298-5298.
"Sophie's Daughters V: The Music of Clara Schumann" will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Madsen Recital Hall. Admission is free.
Friday, Nov. 3
The Chamber Orchestra will perform in the de Jong Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Kory Katseanes will conduct the orchestra in pieces by Handel, Mozart and Beethoven. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Saturday, Nov. 4
"Mike Ohman's Silent Film Night" featuring live organ accompaniment to Buster Keaton’s “College” will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Tuesday, Nov. 7
The Saxophone Chamber Night will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Madsen Recital Hall. Admission is free.
Wednesday, Nov. 8
BYU Jazz Voices and the Vocal Jazz Ensemble will perform together in the Madsen Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Thursday, Nov. 9
Linda Sohl-Donnel is the artistic director of "Rhapsody in Taps," which will perform at 7:30 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall. The concert will feature rhythmic tap dance, live jazz music and percussion and an original repertoire. Tickets are $16 or $12 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Lawrence Green will be featured in a faculty guitar recital in the Madsen Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Friday, Nov. 10
"Ballet Showcase" will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Dance Studio Theatre, 166 Richards Building, Friday and Saturday. Tickets will be $5 at the door.
The BYU DanceSport Championships will take place in the Wilkinson Student Center Ballroom Friday and Saturday. A complete competition schedule is available at http://www.byudancesport.com. For ticket information, contact the Fine Arts Ticket Office, at (801) 422-7664 or at performances.byu.edu.
The Men's Chorus and Women's Chorus, conducted by Rosalind Hall and Jean Applonie, will perform in the de Jong Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Ocotillo Winds will perform at 7:30 p.m. in the Madsen Recital Hall. Admission is free.
Tuesday, Nov. 14
Don Peterson will conduct the Cougar Marching Band at 7:30 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall. Admission is free.
Wednesday, Nov. 15
Group for New Music, BYU's avant-garde ensemble, will present a concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Madsen Recital Hall. Admission is free.
Thursday, Nov. 16
The Museum of Art will host an opening reception for "Beholding Salvation: Images of Christ" from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Lied Gallery. Light refreshments will be served. The reception is free and open to the public.
James Stevens will direct BYU's nationally acclaimed a cappella ensemble Vocal Point in a concert at 7:30 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
The Art, Belief, Meaning Symposium, a biennial event at the Museum of Art, will take place Thursday and Friday in the museum's auditorium beginning at 9 a.m. The symposium is an opportunity for students, faculty and other interested persons to present papers on issues relevant to the creation of faith-based visual arts. This year's symposium will be titled "Pious Pictures: Christian Iconography and Personal Expression in the Production of Faith-Based Art." Speakers will include Matthew O. Richardson and Susan Easton Black, professors of Church history and doctrine; Don H. Staheli, Church administration; and Val Brinkerhoff of the Department of Photography. For more information on the symposium, contact Herman du Toit at (801) 422-8289.
Friday, Nov. 17
"Dancensemble Showcase" featuring modern dance styles will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Dance Studio Theatre, 166 Richards Building, Friday and Saturday. Tickets will be $5 at the door.
The BYU Singers and Concert Choir will perform a combined concert, to be conducted by Ronald Staheli and Rosalind Hall, at 7:30 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Mark Geslison will conduct the BYU Folk Music Ensemble at 7:30 p.m. in the Madsen Recital Hall. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Tuesday, Nov. 28
The BYU Jazz Ensemble will present a free concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Madsen Recital Hall.
Wednesday, Nov. 29
Synthesis, directed by Ray Smith, will perform jazz classics in the de Jong Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
"Woodwind Chamber Night" will light up the Madsen Recital Hall stage at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Thursday, Nov. 30
The Museum of Art education staff will introduce a variety of educational resources available for use in conjunction with the exhibition "Beholding Salvation: Images of Christ" from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The museum will host guided tours of the exhibition and resource training sessions. Participants will receive a complimentary CD-ROM containing a study guide and supplementary exhibition images. Light refreshments will be served.
Kory Katseanes will conduct the BYU Philharmonic Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. in the de Jong Concert Hall. The concert will include Weber's "Oberon Overture" and Bruch's Concerto for clarinet and viola. Tickets are $9 or $6 with a BYU or student ID. Tickets can be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, by calling (801) 422-7664 or by visiting performances.byu.edu.
Writer: Elizabeth Kasper
