Performance Plus: 2006-2007 Season

Past Events

Jazz Master Class Look-in with Geri Allen
Oct 5, 2006 at 6:00 PM
Observe renowned jazz pianist Geri Allen as she discusses her craft and leads a master class of jazz musicians utilizing influences of Duke Ellington.

Lunchtime Look-in: Twelve Angry Men
Oct 11, 2006 at 12:00 PM
Bring a lunch, take a seat, and join cast members of Twelve Angry Men for an intimate discussion--including the opportunity to ask questions of the artists!

Deconstructing Modern Dance: Bodies in Space
Oct 16 - 25, 2006
Led by dance scholar Suzanne Carbonneau, this three-part series examines where the trajectories of modern dance choreographers diverge and where they fit into a shared history.

Performance Plus in the Community with Sorab Modi
Oct 17, 2006 at 7:00 PM

Lynn Harrell, cello: Master Class
Oct 20, 2006 at 4:00 PM

Shostakovich: Rebel Music
Oct 25, 2006 at 6:00 PM
This insightful discussion examines the life of Dmitri Shostakovich: the man, his influences, and the impact his music has had upon his native Russia and the world.

African Dance Workshop with Koffi Kôkô
Nov 1, 2006 at 3:00 PM
Join intenationally recognized dancer, choreographer, and performance artist Koffi Kôkô in this dynamic workshop exploring the evolution and future of African dance and Kôkô's own unique blend of dance styles.

Wine and Song Talks: Love and Death
Nov 9, 2006 at 6:00 PM
Engage your mind and your palette with good wines and provocative insights into great music in this three-part series of delightful talks. Session I: Love and Death, featuring wines of Tuscany.

Ronald K. Brown: Beginner's Movement Workshop
Dec 9, 2006 at 11:00 AM
Join noted choreographer Ronald K. Brown in a fun and inspiring beginner movement session especially
for adults.

What to Listen for in Music: In Search of Romanticism
Jan 8 - Feb 5, 2007
This four-part series examines musical inspirations from literature and life in the 19th and 20th century.

Open Rehearsal: American Ballet Theatre
Jan 9, 2007 at 1:15 PM
Join ballet scholars for a behind-the-scenes view of American Ballet Theatre company members as they prepare onstage for a performance.

Lunchtime Look-in: Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Jan 18, 2007 at 12:00 PM
Bring a lunch, take a seat, and join cast members of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? for an intimate discussion--including the opportunity to ask questions of the artists!

Wine and Song Talks: Dangerous Music
Feb 8, 2007 at 6:00 PM
Engage your mind and your palette with good wines and provocative insights into great music in this three-part series of delightful talks. Session II: Dangerous Music, featuring wines of Germany.

Open Rehearsal: Bolshoi Ballet
Feb 21, 2007 at 1:30 PM
Join ballet scholars for a behind-the-scenes view of Bolshoi Ballet company members as they prepare onstage for a performance.

A Great Day in Harlem: Film & Talk
Mar 10, 2007 at 3:00 PM
In this fascinating documentary narrated by Quincy Jones, you'll learn the story behind the world's most celebrated jazz photograph. A Q&A with director Jean Bach follows this Academy Award-nominated film.

How to Be a Shakespearean Actor
Mar 17, 2007 at 6:00 PM
In this fun and interactive workshop, participants will use improvisational techniques, games, and scene work to learn about the voice, movement, and speech bred in classical theater.

The Bard
Mar 26, 2007 at 6:00 PM
William Shakespeare is arguably the most important literary figure of the Western world. In this fascinating discussion, explore the life, writings, and influence of this dynamic dramatist.

Philadanco Performance/Demonstration
Apr 4, 2007 at 11:00 AM
One of the country's largest predominantly African American modern dance companies, Philadanco presents a performance/demonstration program that illustrates its stylistic and choreographic dynamism.

Wine and Song Talks: John Williams: The Cinema and the Scores
Apr 6, 2007 at 6:00 PM
Engage your mind and your palette with good wines and provocative insights into great music in this three-part series of delightful talks. Session III: John Williams: The Cinema and the Scores, featuring California reds.

Do Jump! Physical Theater Workshop
Apr 30, 2007 at 6:00 PM
Join us on an unforgettable journey into the world of physical theater in this fun, active workshop for the whole family with the members of Do Jump!

Broadway Up Close and Personal: Alan and Marilyn Bergman
May 15, 2007 at 6:00 PM
Join Academy Award winners and Broadway legends Alan and Marilyn Bergman as they share some of their lives, loves and musical successes.

Open Rehearsal: The Suzanne Farrell Ballet
Jun 6, 2007 at 1:30 PM
Join ballet scholars for a behind-the-scenes view of The Suzanne Farrell Ballet company members as they prepare onstage for a performance.

Exploring Ballet with Suzanne Farrell FOR ADULTS!
Jun 9, 2007 at 5:00 PM
Discover how it feels to dance as Suzanne Farrell leads this unique and inspirational movement class for non-dancers.

Lunchtime Look-In: The Phantom of the Opera
Jun 27, 2007 at 12:00 PM
Bring a lunch, take a seat, and join cast members of The Phantom of the Opera for an intimate discussion--including the opportunity to ask questions of the artists!

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