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2008 Lecture Series Announced
June 20, 2008
Week One (June 23-27) Sport in America Sport looms large in the American culture, whether from an economic perspective or through the lens of its impact on our lifestyles and customs. Fun, competitive » Full Story
2008 Logan Chamber Music Series
June 20, 2008
The philosophy of chamber music at Chautauqua is that it is ‘‘an ensemble that usually has one musician on a part, without conductor.’’ This provides a diversity of both instru » Full Story
2008 Young Readers Program To Adds To Its List
June 20, 2008
The 2008 season marks the 15th anniversary of the CLSC Young Readers program. Begun in 1994, the program has sought to encourage the enjoyment of good reading by presenting nine books each summer. Cho » Full Story
Chautauqua Theater Co. Celebrates 25th Anniversary
June 20, 2008
Chautauqua Theater Company Artistic Directors Vivienne Benesch and Ethan McSweeny are proud to announce the 2008 CTC season, celebrating the Company’s 25th anniversary summer as the resident professio » Full Story
CLSC Announces 2008 Book Selections
June 20, 2008
The Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle book selections for the 2008 season each reflect on a significant ‘‘intersection’’ — an intersection of cultures, ideas, generations, races, religions, coun » Full Story
CSO’s Distinguished Musicians To Present Numerous Concerts
June 20, 2008
Celebrating its 79th Anniversary in 2008, the CSO is the heart of Chautauqua’s vibrant music program. Composed of 75 outstanding professional musicians and featuring distinguished guest conductors an » Full Story
Dance Celebrates Mark Diamond’s 20 Years
June 20, 2008
By Ayisha McMillan
After 20 years at Chautauqua, the summer season has become an important part of life for Mark Diamond. The resident choreographer and associate artistic dir » Full Story
After 20 years at Chautauqua, the summer season has become an important part of life for Mark Diamond. The resident choreographer and associate artistic dir » Full Story
Dazzling Programs Highlight Start Of 2008 Summer Season
June 20, 2008
Chautauqua’s 2008 season begins early this year with the Three Taps of the Gavel on Sunday, June 22, and people are already champing at the bit for a season opening with a great topic and a fant » Full Story
Great Performances Coming To The Amphitheatre
June 20, 2008
Saturday, June 21,
8:15 p.m.
Boz Scaggs
with opening act
David Jacobs-Strain
Grammy Award-winning artist Boz Scaggs and his band perform t » Full Story
8:15 p.m.
Boz Scaggs
with opening act
David Jacobs-Strain
Grammy Award-winning artist Boz Scaggs and his band perform t » Full Story
Operas From Furry To Furious Coming This Season
June 20, 2008
Chautauqua Opera’s Mission Statement: To produce opera/music theater of the highest quality as part of the artistic and cultural diversity that is represented at the Chautauqua Institution; To build t » Full Story
Programs Focusing On The Natural Environment
June 20, 2008
The Chautauqua Bird, Tree and Garden Club 2008 program focuses on the natural environment. BTG programs are open to all Chautauqua visitors for free unless tickets are required as noted below. Some si » Full Story
Programs That Offer Fun For The Whole Family
June 20, 2008
The Family Entertainment Series features free performances at 7 p.m. each Tuesday of the season in Smith Wilkes Hall, unless otherwise noted. This series appeals to family members of all ages, providi » Full Story
Religious Programs To Focus On Christian Heritage And Interfaith Commitment
June 20, 2008
Chautauqua’s Department of Religion provides a wide variety of services of worship and programs that express the Institution’s Christian heritage and its interfaith commitment. It provides lectures an » Full Story
Renovated Building All Set For Excellent Summer Of Visual Arts
June 20, 2008
By Don Kimes
Artistic Director
2008 promises to be a truly exceptional summer for the Visual Arts at Chautauqua Institution (VACI), in newly renovated facilities w » Full Story
Artistic Director
2008 promises to be a truly exceptional summer for the Visual Arts at Chautauqua Institution (VACI), in newly renovated facilities w » Full Story