Spring Semester Performance Schedule
Music Performances
Ralston Performers Series
"The Edlos"
Feb. 3 at 3 p.m.
Ralston Hall Mansion Ballroom
"The EDLOS," a premiere a cappella powerhouse that has astounded audiences for 20 years with their unique singing, humor, and stage presence will continue the Ralston Performers Series with a memorable musical experience. Tickets $20 general/$10 students and seniors. For more information, call the Box Office at (650) 508-3729 or concerts@ndnu.edu.
"Voci" Valentine's Day Concert
February 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Ralston Hall Mansion Ballroom
An evening of songs, arias, and ensembles by NDNU's Music and Musical Theatre students as they celebrate Valentine's Day. Debra Lambert directs the program. Tickets $20 general/$10 students and seniors. For more information, call the Box Office at (650) 508-3729 or concerts@ndnu.edu.
NDNU and Pocket Opera
"Orpheus in the Underworld"
Feb. 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m.
NDNU Theatre
The legend of Orpheus and Eurydice turned upside down. Orpheus takes an unwilling journey to Olympus and then to Hades, urged on by Public Opinion, personified by an intimidating mezzo-soprano. A rousing can-can celebrates the happy ending. The Pocket Opera Studio and Pippin Workshop perform, accompanied by the Pocket Philharmonic. Tickets cost $25 general admission, students and seniors $15. For more information, call the Box Office at (650) 508-3729 or concerts@ndnu.edu.
Ralston Performers Series
"Piano Fantastique"
March 2 at 3 p.m.
Ralston Hall Mansion Ballroom
Details to be announced.
Ralston Performers Series
Pocket Opera, Handel's "Xerxes"
April 6 at 3 p.m.
Ralston Hall Mansion Ballroom
Handel's opera in concert, narrated by Donald Pippin, accompanied by the Pocket Philharmonic. Tickets cost $34 to $37 general admission, seniors $31 to $34, student rush $20. Contact the Pocket Opera Box Office at (415) 972-8930.
Ralston Perfomers Series
Henry Mollicone "Beatitude Mass for the Homeless," and "Misteria."
April 20 at 7 p.m.
Cunningham Memorial Chapel
Music of resident composer Henry Mollicone, presented in collaboration with the Dorothy Stang Center. "Misteria" celebrates the Mysteries of the Rosary, accented by the artwork of Sunset magazine designer Keith Whitney. "Beatitude Mass" was composed with the stipulation that proceeds from all performances benefit the homeless. Leroy Kromm directs the San Jose Symphonic Choir/Orchestra. Vocal soloists Patricia Urbano and Cole Grissom sing monologues created from interviews with homeless citizens of San Jose. Tickets $20 general/$10 students and seniors. For more information, call the Box Office at (650) 508-3729 or concerts@ndnu.edu.
Pocket Opera at Notre Dame
"La Boheme"
July 25 and 26 at 7:30 p.m.
NDNU Theatre
Love found and lost in Paris, to Giacomo Puccini's stunning score. Performed by a combined cast of the Pocket Opera Studio, Pippin Opera Workshop, and professional Pocket Opera Company, accompanied by the Pocket Philharmonic. Admission $20, students and seniors $10. For more information call the Box Office at (650) 508-3729 or visit concerts@ndnu.edu.
Theatre Performances
Student Showcase "One-Acts"
February 6, 7, 8, and 9 at 7:30 p.m.
NDNU Theatre
Graduating seniors from NDNU's Department of Theatre and Dance will showcase their talent and skill as they produce and direct a program of original one-act plays during NDNU's Theatre Student Showcase.
The showcase allows students to employ the skills, knowledge, and talent developed through their course of study at NDNU in a production that is fully supported by the Theatre Department faculty and staff.
Tickets cost $10 general. For more information, call the NDNU Box Office at (650) 508-3456 or boxoffice@ndnu.edu.
Children of Eden
April 4, 5, 11, and 12 at 7:30 p.m.
April 13 at 2 p.m.
NDNU Theatre
"Children of Eden" presented by the NDNU Theatre Arts and Dance Department with NDNU Vocal Arts and Music. From Stephen Schwartz ("Godspell" and "Pippin") and John Caird of "Les Miserables" comes a joyous and inspirational musical about patents, children, and faith...not to mention centuries of unresolved family business!
Freely based on the story of Genesis, "Children of Eden" appeals to both religious and non-religious audiences, making it an iideal choice for any organization with a broad audience base. Created with modest production requirements in mind, the show is equally at home in black-box theatres and on large proscenium stages. The melodic energetic score is a mix of pop, folk, rock, reggae, gospel, Broadway, and powerful choral moments.
Directed by Greg Fritsch, musical supervision by William Liberatore, choreography by Dottie Lester White. Tickets cost $20 adults, $15 seniors and non-NDNU students.
NDNU Muves 2008 Dance Concert
May 1, 2, 3 at 7:30 p.m.
NDNU Theatre
Dance performance by the NDNU Dance Company. The performance will be directed by Coleen Lorenz. Tickets cost $20 adults, $15 seniors and non-NDNU students.
Wiegand Gallery
"Melissa Meyer in Black and White "
Works on paper, 1984-1994
January 25-March 1, 2008
Known for her ability to combine lightness and monumental effect, Melissa Meyer garners a range of aesthetic approaches from the abstract tradition. Charged with great energy, works range from cut out like positive-negative interlocking forms to lyrical calligraphic abstractions. Her work can be found in many public collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, and The Brooklyn Museum.
Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4 p.m., closed February 20. Admission is free.
For more information, call Wiegand Gallery at (650) 508-3595 or www.wiegandgallery.org.