Past Events: Explore the Arts

The Documentation and Preservation of Dance
Mon., May 16, 2011, 7:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Beethoven's Ears: An Investigation with Saul Lilienstein
Sat., May 14, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Music scholar Saul Lilienstein examines the mysteries behind the creative genius of Ludwig van Beethoven, including the effects of the encroaching deafness on his work and more.
From Graham to Jones, Session III: The Post-Modernists: The Third Generation & Beyond
Sat., May 7, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Through lecture and performance videos, dance writer Suzanne Carbonneau details the current generation of figures in modern and contemporary dance, their works, and the tracking of dance's "family tree."
From Graham to Jones, Session II: The Modernists: The Second Generation
Sat., Apr. 9, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Through lecture and performance videos, dance writer Suzanne Carbonneau examines the second generation of American modern dancers and their continuing development of the form.
Creative Movement with the New York City Ballet
Sat., Apr. 9, 2011, 11:00 AM
2010-2011 Season
New York City Ballet company members lead this creative movement class for non-dancers.
Open Rehearsal: New York City Ballet
Wed., Apr. 6, 2011, 1:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Join dance scholars for an insider's look at New York City Ballet as they prepare onstage for performance.
What to Listen for in Gustav Mahler, Session II: The Beautiful
Sat., Apr. 2, 2011, 1:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Music scholar Saul Lilienstein examines the music of Gustav Mahler. Selections to be heard in this session include Symphony No. 4 and the Adagietto from Symphony No. 5.
Ballet 360° - Beyond the Steps III: Music and Architecture
Sat., Mar. 26, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
In the third session of the Ballet 360° lecture series, dance critic Alexandra Tomalonis details choreographer George Balanchine's belief in the importance of music to ballet through works he created for New York City Ballet.
Ballet 360° - Beyond the Steps III: Music and Architecture
Sat., Mar. 26, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
In the third session of the Ballet 360° lecture series, dance critic Alexandra Tomalonis details choreographer George Balanchine's belief in the importance of music to ballet through works he created for New York City Ballet.
Master Class: Paul Taylor Dance Company
Mon., Mar. 21, 2011, 7:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Company members from Paul Taylor Dance Company lead a participatory, intermediate to advanced level master class for adults.
Bollywood and Beyond with Nandita Das
Mon., Mar. 14, 2011, 7:30 PM
2010-2011 Season
Nandita Das, an award-winning actress and director, leads a discussion of the Indian film industry, from the big-banner studio productions of Bollywood to the more "regional" films.
Bhangra Class with DJ Rekha
Sun., Mar. 13, 2011, 3:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Bang out some bhangra with DJ Rekha. She'll help you learn the music and the moves.
A Taste of India – Session II
Sat., Mar. 12, 2011, 11:00 AM
2010-2011 Season
Learn about the evolution of India's East and West food cultures in a compelling lecture by Chef Hemant Oberoi, one of India's top chefs, followed by a specially prepared tasting menu.
A Taste of India – Session I
Sat., Mar. 5, 2011, 11:00 AM
2010-2011 Season
Learn about the evolution of the food cultures in India's North and South in a compelling lecture by Chef Hemant Oberoi, one of India's top chefs, followed by a specially prepared tasting menu.
Guided Tour: The Crafts of India
Fri., Mar. 4, 2011, 10:30 AM
2010-2011 Season
Join scholars for an Explore the Arts guided tour through Kaleidoscope: Mapping India's Crafts and Treasures of the Gem Palace.
Master Class: Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company
Wed., Feb. 23, 2011, 7:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Company members from Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company lead a participatory, intermediate to advanced level master class for adults.
From Graham to Jones, Session I: The Rebellious Ones: Founders & The First Generation
Sat., Feb. 12, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Through lecture and performance videos, dance writer Suzanne Carbonneau explores the origins of American modern dance and its evolution as it unfolds along "familial" lines.
Open Rehearsal: Mariinsky Ballet
Tue., Feb. 8, 2011, 12:30 PM
2010-2011 Season
Join dance scholars for an insider's look at Mariinsky Ballet as they prepare onstage for performance.
Ballet 360° - Beyond the Steps II - Romantic Passion and Classical Style
Sat., Feb. 5, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
In the second session of the Ballet 360° lecture series, dance critic Alexandra Tomalonis takes an in-depth look at the beloved Giselle to explore the importance of style to ballet.
The Kennedy Legacy
Sat., Jan. 29, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
View a screening of the documentary John F. Kennedy–Years of Lightning, Day of Drums (1965) and sit in on a panel of artists, journalists, and policy makers discussing the lasting impact of the Kennedy presidency.
Open Rehearsal: American Ballet Theatre
Fri., Jan. 21, 2011, 2:15 PM
2010-2011 Season
Join dance scholars for an insider's look at American Ballet Theatre as they prepare onstage for performance.
Ballet 360° - Beyond the Steps I: Reawakening the Past
Sat., Jan. 15, 2011, 2:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
In the first session of the Ballet 360° lecture series, dance critic Alexandra Tomalonis explores how to keep older ballets fresh and curate new works through the efforts of American Ballet Theatre and Artist-in-Residence Alexei Ratmansky.
Theater Look-in: Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific
Thu., Jan. 13, 2011, 5:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Join company members from Rodgers & Hammerstein's South Pacific for an insider's look, complete with lively discussion and the opportunity to ask questions of the artists.
Jazz Master Class: Kurt Elling
Sun., Nov. 21, 2010, 1:00 PM
2010-2011 Season
Observe the creative process as pre-professional performers receive instruction from renowned vocalist Kurt Elling.
Jazz Master Class: Cyrus Chestnut
Sat., Nov. 20, 2010, 11:00 AM
2010-2011 Season
Observe the creative process as pre-professional performers receive instruction from acclaimed pianist Cyrus Chestnut.