FEBRUARY 1, THURSDAY
Scott Guenther '07, Bass-Baritone
Cynthia Huard, Piano
8:00 P.M., Center for the Arts, Concert Hall
The recital program features Schubert's Schwanengesang song cycle. Written in his final years, and published posthumously, Schubert's Schwanengesang is an arresting series of 14 songs. Scott Guenther is a double major in psychology and political science graduating this February. Sponsored by the Department of Music. Free
FEBRUARY 12, MONDAY
Spring Movement Classes Begin
A variety of dance and movement classes are open to the entire college community, in addition to the dance program's regular academic courses. PE credit and academic credit are available in some cases; contact the Dance office for more information. Class offerings inlude Contact Improvisation, Yoga, Ballet, Pilates, Funkstyles, and more. Check http://go.middlebury.edu/dance for details.
FEBRUARY 15, THURSDAY
Opening Reception and Lecture by Bill McKibben:
Robert Adams: Turning Back, A Photographic Journal of Re-exploration
4:30 P.M., Center for the Arts, Concert Hall
Bill McKibben, Middlebury College Scholar in Residence in Environmental Studies, will talk about climate change and how the visual and literary arts are influencing this important debate. Following the talk there will be a reception to celebrate the Museum’s exhibition Robert Adams: Turning Back, A Photographic Journal of Re-exploration. Free
FEBRUARY 16, FRIDAY
Dancing Across Borders: master class in partnering
2:30 P.M., Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre
See associated performance at 4:30 P.M. For more information, contact the dance office at 802-443-5245. Free
FEBRUARY 16, FRIDAY
Dancing Across Borders: Performance and Discussion
4:30 P.M., Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre
This project features the collaborative work of six dynamic, passionate, and innovative artists from Canada and the United States who have personal roots and an active professional presence in either Quebec or New England, or both. Two of the performers, Paul Matteson and Robert Bergner, are Middlebury College alumni. Paul Matteson, Lin Snelling, Michael Reinhart, Pamela Newell, and Robert Bergner offer a flowing, shifting, kaleidoscope of creativity. The cast, structure, and content vary from night to night as the artists use their expansive talents to improvise new facets to the work. Their arsenal of tools includes movement, text, voice, painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and a panoply of musical instruments—guitar, piano, percussion, accordion, cello, violin, flûte à bec, harmonica, ocarina, and found objects. Sponsored by the Dance Program; cosponsored by the Rohatyn Center for International Affairs, Tangente in Montreal, the Flynn Theatre in Burlington, and Keene State College in New Hampshire. See associated event at 2:30 P.M. Free
FEBRUARY 16, FRIDAY
Pieter Wispelwey, cello
Dejan Lazić, piano
7:30 P.M., Center for the Arts, Concert Hall
The last time this duo played at Middlebury, a highlight of their program was a Beethoven sonata. They have recorded all of Beethoven’s music for cello and piano: five sonatas plus three glorious sets of variations (two sets on themes from Mozart’s Magic Flute, and another set on a theme by Handel.) Now they play this whole collection of Beethoven music for us. They are remarkable musical partners, and this music is a feast of melody, instrumental virtuosity, and Beethovenian genius. Please note the early starting time of 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Middlebury College Performing Arts Series. Reserved Seating: $15/12/5. http://go.middlebury.edu/tickets or 802-443-MIDD (6433).
Pre-performance dinner: Rehearsals Cafe, 6:00 P.M. Reservations required.
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FEBRUARY 17, SATURDAY
Dance Auditions
2:00 P.M., Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre
Open auditions for the spring dance concerts, for Middlebury College students. Attendance at two technique classes per week is required to be eligible for casting.
FEBRUARY 17, SATURDAY
Capote
3:00 and 8:00 P.M., Dana Auditorium
Director Bennett Miller’s award-winning film about Truman Capote’s writing of his “nonfiction novel,” In Cold Blood, is a riveting masterpiece. In 1959 the celebrated novelist investigates the brutal and senseless murder of the Clutter family on their Kansas farm. The conflicts between the writer’s creative ambition and his relationship with his subjects generate a disturbing tension that makes Capote a distinctive exploration of the creative process. Philip Seymour Hoffman plays the writer in an Academy Award-winning performance. Sponsored by the Hirschfield International Film Series. (U.S., 2005, 114 minutes) Free
FEBRUARY 22, THURSDAY
Winter Carnival Activities
4:30 P.M., Center for the Arts
Enjoy a cappella music, museum exhibitions, and refreshments as the College kicks off Winter Carnival 2007. Families welcome. Free
FEBRUARY 25, SUNDAY
Dance Workshop with Brian Green
1:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M., Center for the Arts, CFA 109
Brian “Footwork” Green is a world class choreographer with over 20 years experience in Hip-Hop, House, Breakdance & West African Dance. He is also well versed in tap, jazz, modern, and ballet. Brian has worked with numerous music artists like Bow Wow, Mya, and Lil Kim, and has won numerous awards for his work. The RIDDIM World Dance Troupe is proud to present a dance workshop with Brian Green, open to the Middlebury community. This dance lesson will focus on “House”, a funky, disco & soul derivative involving stylish footwork. No dance experience is required – all lovers of dance are welcome. Co-sponsored by the Dance Program and the Intercommons Council. Free
FEBRUARY 27, TUESDAY
Behind-the-Scenes Lunch and Discussion:
Dance Company of Middlebury
12:30 P.M., Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre
Artistic director Andrea Olsen leads a discussion about the upcoming performance and previews excerpts of the company’s newest work. Lunch is provided. Free
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