Past Events: Explore the Arts

In Conversation: Stephen Schwartz
Sat., May 18, 2013, 5:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join ASCAP Director of Musical Theater Michael Kerker for an intimate conversation with legendary composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz as he reflects on his career.
Master Class: Monica Bill Barnes & Company
Tue., May 7, 2013, 7:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
This participatory, beginner level class for adults (sorry, no observers allowed) is led by company members from Monica Bill Barnes & Company.
Jazz Master Class: Julian Lage
Sat., May 4, 2013, 10:30 AM
2012-2013 Season
Observe the creative process as pre-professional performers receive instruction from some of the greats in jazz.
Show Boat: Creating the Vision
Sat., Apr. 27, 2013, 4:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join WNO Artistic Dir. and Show Boat director Francesca Zambello and other creative team members behind this spectacular new production, for a discussion about how they brought new life to this classic work.
Exploring Ballet with Suzanne Farrell FOR ADULTS! 201
Sat., Apr. 27, 2013, 11:00 AM
2012-2013 Season
The Explore the Arts Master Class Series gives you an opportunity to take classes led by some of the most talented and creative artists in the world of dance.
Ballet 360°: The Magic Carpet
Sat., Apr. 6, 2013, 3:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Dance critic Alexandra Tomalonis uses video of well-known ballets to take us beyond the steps and into the fine craft of making a ballet.
Creative Movement with the New York City Ballet
Sat., Mar. 30, 2013, 10:30 AM
2012-2013 Season
This creative movement class for non-dancers is led by New York City Ballet company members.
Master Class: New York City Ballet
Mon., Mar. 25, 2013, 7:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
This participatory, intermediate to advanced level class for adults (sorry, no observers allowed) is led by company members from New York City Ballet.
Ballet 360°: Walking and Waltzing
Sat., Mar. 23, 2013, 3:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Dance critic Alexandra Tomalonis uses video of well-known ballets to take us beyond the steps and into the fine craft of making a ballet.
Master Class: GöteborgsOperans Danskompani
Sat., Mar. 16, 2013, 11:00 AM
2012-2013 Season
This participatory, intermediate to advanced level class for adults (sorry, no observers allowed) is led by company members from GöteborgsOperans Danskompani.
Nordic Cool 2013: A Taste of Sweden
Thu., Mar. 14, 2013, 6:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join us for an evening of cultural exploration based in our universal enjoyment of food that includes a buffet dinner specially prepared by Chef Frida Johansson at the home of His Excellency Jonas Hafström, the Ambassador of Sweden.
Master Class: Tero Saarinen Company
Mon., Mar. 11, 2013, 7:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
This participatory, intermediate to advanced level class for adults (sorry, no observers allowed) is led by choreographer and dancer Tero Saarinen.
From Screen to Stage: The Making of Fanny and Alexander
Sat., Mar. 9, 2013, 2:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join this conversation on the process of turning film into theater with director Stefan Larsson from Sweden's Royal Dramatic Theatre.
Becoming Mozart, with Saul Lilienstein
Mon., Mar. 4, 2013, 7:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Musicologist Saul Lilienstein traces the evolution of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: from the wonder child of Salzburg to the final years of artistic triumph in Vienna.
Master Class: Iceland Dance Company
Tue., Feb. 26, 2013, 7:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
This participatory, intermediate to advanced level class for adults (sorry, no observers allowed) is led by company members from Iceland Dance Company.
Nordic Cool 2013: A Taste of Norway
Mon., Feb. 25, 2013, 6:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join us for an evening of cultural exploration based in our universal enjoyment of food that includes a buffet dinner specially prepared by Chef Simon Idsø at the home of His Excellency Wegger Chr. Strommen, the Ambassador of Norway.
Opera Master Class: Patricia Racette
Mon., Feb. 4, 2013, 7:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join renowned soprano Patricia Racette, lauded by the New York Times for her "strength, taste and emotional generosity," as she coaches the next generation of singers.
Jazz Master Class: Dee Dee Bridgewater
Sat., Feb. 2, 2013, 11:00 AM
2012-2013 Season
Observe the creative process as pre-professional performers receive instruction from some of the greats in jazz.
Schoolhouse Rock! 40th Anniversary Sing-along
Sun., Jan. 6, 2013, 6:01 PM
2012-2013 Season
Bring your friends and family to celebrate the 40th anniversary of this classic.
Ballet 360°: Nuts Over The Nutcracker
Sat., Dec. 1, 2012, 3:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Dance critic Alexandra Tomalonis uses video of well-known ballets to take us beyond the steps and into the fine craft of making a ballet.
Open Rehearsal: San Francisco Ballet
Tue., Nov. 13, 2012, 1:30 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join dance scholars for an insider's look at San Francisco Ballet as they prepare onstage for performance.
All in the Timing: A Discussion of Comedy and Jazz
Sat., Nov. 10, 2012, 3:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Kennedy Center Artistic Advisor for Jazz Jason Moran, comedian Faizon Love, and Dr. Charles Limb discuss improvisation, the creative process, and the intersections of comedy and jazz.
Open Rehearsal: The Suzanne Farrell Ballet
Wed., Nov. 7, 2012, 1:30 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join dance scholars for an insider's look at The Suzanne Farrell Ballet as they prepare onstage for performance.
What to Listen for in Music: Beethoven's Missa Solemnis, with Saul Lilienstein
Sat., Nov. 3, 2012, 5:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Musicologist Saul Lilienstein examines Beethoven's masterful Missa Solemnis, which stands alongside J.S. Bach's Mass in B Minor as one of the greatest settings of the Catholic Mass.
Theater Look-in: CANCELLED: War Horse
Fri., Nov. 2, 2012, 5:00 PM
2012-2013 Season
Join company members for a discussion and puppetry demonstration as they give insight on the creative process behind War Horse.