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THE CHINESE GOLDEN DRAGON ACROBATSSaturday, October 20 8:00 pm
Back by popular demand, this is a not-to-be-missed spectacular! As the longest running folk art form in history, this Beijing troupe represents the best of an honored tradition. Mixing award-winning acrobatics, traditional dance, andmagnificent costumes with ancient and contemporary theatrical techniques, thisrazzle-dazzle show ripples with breathtaking skill and incomparable aesthetic beauty.
TARTAN TERRORSCeltic ChristmasSaturday, December 8 8:00 pm
Taking the Celtic scene by storm, North America’s premier troupereflects the best in music, comedy and dance. Bolstered by the blistering piping of a two-time World Champion bagpiper, the drivingtones of drums and a guitar played unlike any you’ve ever heard,Dig This Magazine declares the troupe “one act to keep an eye on!”
Combining music with championship caliber Highland dancers and internationally recognized comedic performers, this group goes beyond the ordinary. Celebrate the holiday season with Celtic cheer and mayhem.
POLYNESIAN PARADISE DANCERSSaturday, April 20 8:00 pm
This Polynesian company is known for vibrant, high energy and authentic choreography,showcasing traditional and modern dances of Hawaii,Tahiti, New Zealand, and Samoa.Since its inception in 1993, founder Akemi Welsh’s company has performed for headsof state and dignitaries worldwide, wowing audiences of all ages. Journey to an exoticculture without packing, while basking in the joyous spirit of aloha!
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EVENT NO. TICKETS COST EA. $ TOTALCamerata Chamber Players (Sep. 9)
National Players: Animal Farm (Sep. 15)
Reduced Shakespeare: Special Election Edition (Sep. 29)
Koresh Dance Company (Oct. 6)
Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats (Oct. 20)
State Street Ballet: Secret Garden (Nov. 17)
Tartan Terrors’ Celtic Christmas (Dec. 8)
Yuval Ron: Mystical Music Middle East (Jan. 26)
Danceworks for Children (Feb. 3)
Camerata Chamber Players (Feb. 3)
DanceWorks Chicago (Feb. 9)
National Players: Romeo & Juliet (Mar. 17)
Linda Smith: Renaissance Artist Artemisia (Mar. 23)
Danceworks In Performance (Apr. 6, 7, 12, 13, 14)
Polynesian Paradise Dancers (Apr. 20)
Gilbert & Sullivan: A Little Twist (May 18)
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Take a multicultural trek around the international world of music, dance, and fusion arts.Performances are in the Academic Arts Theatre.
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SUBSCRIPTIONSfall blockbuster!REDUCED SHAKESEARE COMPANYComplete History of America (Abridged): Special Election Edition
Saturday, September 29 8:00 pm
This newly created slapstick tour de force about theupcoming presidential election is as hysterical as it ispolitical.The trio entertains in this wild rollercoasterromp of witty political satire. Irreverent, yet
informed, a steadystream of satire, parodyand song is applied to a broad canvas,turning sacred cowsinto comedic fodder.“This smash politicalcomedy at its brashestis delivered withbreakneck speed.Nothing on the liberal-conservative
spectrum escapes inspired lunacy.”(Marianne Evett), Cleveland Plain Dealer.
spring blockbuster!WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH!LINDA SMITH’S TRIBUTE FOLK CONCERTArtemisia… Best Kept Secret of Renaissance ArtSaturday, March 23 8:00 pm
In this enchanting eveningof art and song, discoverArtemisia Gentileschi(1593-1652), the first recognized female painter in the world of post-Renaissance art.Fascinated by her life,Linda Smith wrote herfirst multimedia conceptualpiece, Tragedy to Triumph-The Story of Artemisia.The artist’s life, aspirations and masterpieces are captured through glorious folk music, haunting harmonies and visual art projections. Smith, aChicago-based classically trained folk singer and songwriter, performs this inspirational show in aquintet format with piano, guitar, bass, violin,flute, drums and vocals, while projecting images of Artemisia’s paintings.
Performances are in the Academic Arts Theatre.
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Make checks payable to: FSA/Cultural Affairs* Enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope & mail to:Office of Cultural Affairs, Student Center – Room 100
Westchester Community College, 75 Grasslands Road,Valhalla, NY 10595For further information, call 914-606-6262.
*Except Friday Night Film Series: Make check payable and mail to:Westchester Community College Foundation/Friday Night Film Series. (See separate film series order form)
Experience dance through performances,workshops, and demonstrations by internationallyrenowned companies and guest artists!
DANCEWORKSThe college’s electric and eclectic resident dance troupepresents programs delightingaudiences of all ages.
DANCEWORKSFOR CHILDRENSunday, February 3 3:00 pmAcademic Arts TheatreThis annual favorite is where the kids get into the action on stage. Great fun for all!(Suitable for children ages 3 and up)Tickets are $10 (general admission).
CAMERATA CHAMBERClassical Music Treasures SUN, SEP 9 3:00 pmClassical & Romantic Period SUN, FEB 3 3:00 pm
DANCEWORKSDanceworks/Children SUN, FEB 3 3:00 pmDanceworks in Performance SAT, APR 6 8:00 pm
SUN, APR 7 3:00 pmFRI, APR 12 8:00 pmSAT, APR 13 8:00 pmSUN, APR 14 3:00 pm
BLOCKBUSTERSpecial Election Edition SAT, SEP 29 8:00 pmLinda Smith’s Artemisia SAT, MAR 23 8:00 pm
NEW WORLD VOYAGERChinese Acrobats SAT, OCT 20 8:00 pm Celtic Christmas SAT, DEC 8 8:00 pmPolynesian Paradise Dancers SAT, APR 20 8:00 pm
OF MUSICAL NOTEYuval Ron’s Mystical Music SAT, JAN 26 8:00 pm I’ve Got a Litle Twist SAT, MAY 18 8:00 pm
PAGE 2 STAGEAnimal Farm SAT, SEP 15 8:00 pm Romeo & Juliet SUN, MAR 17 3:00 pm
WINGS OF DANCEKoresh Dance Company FRI, OCT 6 8:00 pmState St Ballet: Secret Garden SAT, NOV 17 8:00 pm DanceWorks Chicago SAT, FEB 9 8:00 pm
EVENT NO. TICKETS COST EA. $ TOTALCamerata Chamber Series $28
New World Voyager Series $58
Of Musical Note Series $38
Page 2 Stage Series $38
Wings of Dance Series $58
Blockbuster Series $42
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Tickets are $24 (general admission), $22 (students/seniors/fac-staff), and $18 (children under 13)Series subscription: $42 (See both shows… a $6 savings!)
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YUVAL RON ENSEMBLE Mystical Music of the Middle East Saturday, January 26 8:00 pm
Led by Oscar winning composer Yuval Ron (music for West Bank Story), this is an evening to enjoy the
traditions of a whirlingdervish, belly dancer,vocalist and internationallyrecorded musicians.Formed in 1999, thisensemble connects theJudaic-Christian-Muslimworlds of the MiddleEast through music anddance in a uniquely
mystical, spiritual and inspiring cultural celebration.The ensemble includes Jewish, Arabic and ArmenianChristian artists who create musical bridges betweenpeople of various faiths and ethnic groups worldwide.
NEW YORK GILBERT & SULLIVAN PLAYERSI’ve Got A Little Twist (Broadway revue)Saturday, May 18 8:00 pm
Broadway’s Great White Way meets Gilbert and Sullivan,The Mikado meets The Music Man, and the HMS Pinaforesets sail for Brigadoon making musical theatre a richtapestry that is truly celebrated in this jewel of a pro-duction. As a newly conceived style, the operetta wasinfused with elements of both opera and musical the-atre.This parade of charming favorites pays homage toRodgers & Hammerstein, Jerry Herman, Bernstein,Lerner and Lowe, and Sondheim. Of course, life is thatmuch sweeter with a little twist!
NATIONAL PLAYERS Animal Farm (George Orwell’s dramatic play) Saturday, September 15 8:00 pm
Revolution has brokenout on Manor Farm—the animals have claimedtheir independence!Humans are banishedand the new “AnimalFarm” will be a beautifulegalitarian paradise.Pigs, horses, goats,donkeys and dogs—allanimals are equal.
They can build their new utopia, but can they resistthe corruption that led to the humans’ downfall?George Orwell’s chilling and provocative novel is acautionary tale that remains relevant.The NationalPlayers production brings this stunning allegory to life.
NATIONAL PLAYERSRomeo & Juliet (Shakespeare’s dramatic play) Sunday, March 17 3:00 pm
Love can be a thrilling ride—anemotional whirlwind bursting theseams of young hearts, makingthem feel things never felt before.But it can also be dangerous.It can split the
heart past the point of noreturn.This year, America’slongest running classical touringcompany, the National Players,presents Shakespeare’s timeless tale of star-crossedlovers, reimagined and irresistibly reinvigorated.
Tickets are $22 (general admission), $20 (students/seniors/fac-staff), and $16 (children under 13).Series subscription: $38 (See both shows… a $6 savings!)
Tickets are $22 (general admission), $20 (students/seniors/fac-staff), and $16 (children under 13).Series subscription: $58 (See three shows… a $8 savings!)
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Enter the world of dance…with choreographic creations and magic movement!Performances are in the Academic Arts Theatre.
KORESH DANCE COMPANY20th Anniversary Celebration!Saturday, October 6 8:00 pm
Renowned for its powerful stage presence and highenergy style, Philadelphia’s acclaimed company hasbeen hailed as a vital international force. Founded in1991 by Israeli-born choreographer and ArtisticDirector Ronen Koresh, this troupe presents its audienceswith an exciting and emotional blend of ballet,modern and jazz molded into a style of choreographythat is both eloquent and explosive.The full length
performance features a specialmixed repertory program
honoring theCompany’s 20th anniversary.The program
includes jazz-based works from
the 90’s, Looking Back, withmusic from the 40’s and 50’s, as well as the company’snewest work.
STATE STREET BALLET The Secret Garden Saturday, November 17 8:00 pm
This is a balletic masterpiece of surrealism andenchantment, a production with a riveting fusion ofdynamic visuals, cuttingedge choreography andluscious costumes, setto an original cinematicscore by Paul Rivera Jr.Thoughtful and heartwarming, thisstory of loss, dreams,hope and the search for happiness transcendsgenerations. Inspired byFrances HodgsonBurnett’s famous novel, imaginative staging transformsthis classic story into a modern day ballet for all ages.
DANCEWORKS CHICAGOSaturday, February 9 8:00 pm
Vibrant and innovative, DanceWorks Chicago shares adiverse repertoire featuring who is new and what is next in contemporary dance as well as excitingwork from established choreographers.The companycreates an environment conducive to nurturing bothartist and audience. Artistic Director Julie Nakagawaand CEO Andreas Böttcher, the founders of HubbardStreet 2, have now created an exceptional ensembleof six dancers who bring integrity, passion, andexcellence to performances.
Take a musical trek around the vibrant sounds of past and present.Performances are held in the Academic Arts Theatre.
Tickets are $22 (general admission), $20 (students/seniors/fac-staff), and $16 (children under 13).Series subscription: $38 (See both shows…a $6 savings!).
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Tickets are $22 (general admission), $20 (students/seniors/fac-staff), and $16 (children under 13).Series subscription: $58 (see three shows…an $8 savings!).
The stage transforms the literary page…its ever present brilliance in plays, both dramatic and comedic!Performances are in the Academic Arts Theatre.
STUDENTS: A limited number of tickets will be reserved for Westchester Community College students upto three weeks prior to an event. A $10 cash value from the student activity fee can be used as a one-time discount for one ticket to one event, subject to availability. Student ID is required.
TICKETS NOT ISSUED & RESERVATIONS NOT NECESSARY FOR FREE EVENTS
The Fall Season (61st) featuring six outstanding films includes a brief introduction, film notes, and discussions. Screenings begin at 8:00 pm in the Gateway Center (adjacent to Parking Lot #1) – Davis Theatre.Delicious cookies, coffee and tea will be served. Doors open at 7:15 pm. A season subscription costs only$54;WCC staff and seniors (60 and over), $48. A single admission is $11; seniors and staff, $10.* NEW: FREE for WCC students with a student ID.
For more information contact Bob Bruckenthal, [email protected] college closings, please call 914-606-6900. NOTE:All films will be subtitled in English.
THE WILLOW TREE September 7 Iran (2005)
A college professornever lets his blindness stand in the way ofa rich life. But whenhe undergoes experimental surgeryin France, he struggles
to reconcile reality with images created in his mind’s eye. (96 minutes)
INTIMATE STORIESSeptember 14 Argentina (2002)A deceptively simple yet delightful road movieconcerned with three characters heading for theArgentine city of San Julian. (94 minutes)
THE MILL & THE CROSSSeptember 21 Poland (2011)Flemish master PieterBruegel’s 1564 paintingThe Procession to Cavalryis transformed into abig-screen epic. His artwork affects everyonearound him, includingthe Virgin Mary.Bruegel is also confronted by the atrocities ofinvading Spanish forces. (97 minutes)
MYSTERIES OF LISBONSeptember 28 Portugal (2010)A 14-year-old orphan asks about a priest’sunknown origins. He is told a tale of forbiddenpassion and bitter disappointment involving a beautifulcountess, awealthy businessman,and a life ofpiracy.(119 minutes)
JELLYFISH October 5 Israel (2007)The stories of three women intersect at a Tel Aviv wedding. Batiya works with thecatering crew; Filipina Joy attends the event asthe caregiver of an elderly woman; and the bridesees her honeymoon dreams go up in smoke.(100 minutes)
BAB’AZIZ: THE PRINCE WHOCONTEMPLATED HIS SOUL October 12 Tunisia (2006)Bab’Aziz, a blind dervish, treks across the desertwith his granddaughter, Ishtar. He entertains her with nightly tales of a prince who gave up his kingdom to gaze into a mystical pool andmeditate upon his soul. (96 minutes)
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Please return to:Westchester Community College Foundation, Friday Night Film Series,Westchester Community College, 75 Grasslands Road,Valhalla, NY 10595
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________ number of senior citizen (60 plus) & staff subscription(s) at $48 Total: $ ________
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Sunday, April 7...........3:00 pm
Friday, April 12...........8:00 pm
Saturday, April 13.......8:00 pm
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f ine ar ts ga l leryThe Fine Arts Gallery is located on the third floor of the Academic Arts Building, across from the theatre. It isopen Monday through Saturday 10:00 am-3:00 pm, and Thursday evenings 4:00-6:00 pm Exhibitions and receptions are free and open to the public.
For a complete schedule of gallery events, please visit www.sunywcc.edu/gallery or call 914-606-7867.The Great Books Forum offers an opportunity to encounterextraordinary works of classic and modern literature along withother interested readers from the college and the community.Led by members of the college’s English faculty, discussions arewide ranging and spirited. In addition to the works themselves,discussions focus on issues of context and interpretation.
Participation is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.The Great Books Forum is sponsoredby the English Department and is underwritten by the Cultural Arts Fund of the Faculty Student Association. Forinformation, call Scott Zaluda at 914-606-6909 or email [email protected]
The subject for Fall 2012 is: New York Jews:A Century+ of Great Books.Gateway Building – Room 131 6:00-8:30 pm
• Yekl by Abraham Cahan (Discussion Leader: Prof. Rodriquez) Thursday, October 11
• Enemies,A Love Story by I.B. Singer (Discussion Leader: Prof. Zaluda) Thursday, November 8
• The History of Love by Nicole Krauss (Discussion Leader: Prof. Seessel) Thursday, December 6
Pedro OspinaMonday, August 27 – Saturday, October 13Sculpture and drawings by an artist and activist exploring his search for identity and assimilation in the face of cultural change. www.pedroospina.com
ResiduumMonday, October 22 – Sunday, November 18This photo and encaustic series by Ann Lovett andMary Hafeli explores the allure of temporality anddecay based on their study of ancient Egyptian and
Roman glass. www.annlovett.com/residuum
Student ShowMonday, December 17 – Saturday, January 26
A wide range of work isdisplayed by studentsenrolled in Visual ArtsSeminar, a one-credit portfolio development and professional practicescourse that serves as a capstone for the college’sAAS degree in Visual Arts.
Drawing entitled "Shut up, weare watching you," by Su Yean
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*(This tour of Koresh Dance Company is made possible by agrant from Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation with support fromthe National Endowment from the Arts.)
*(This project is partially supported by a grant from Pennsylvania PerformingArts on Tour, a program developed and funded by The Heinz Endowments; the
William Penn Foundation; the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, astate agency; and The Pew Charitable Trusts; and administered
by Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation.)
Tickets are $15 (general admission)and $10 (children/students/seniors).
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** Film titles are subject to change based on DVD availability. Confirm movie titles before screenings by calling 914-723-3186 or at sunywcc.edu/fnfilmseries.
