Events at Indiana University
Nov. 17, 2011
The Perry Encounter
WHEN: Now through Dec. 18
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Gallery of the Art of Asia and the Ancient Western World, second floor, Bloomington
WHAT: In 1853, on behalf of President Fillmore, Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry of the U.S. Navy steamed into Uraga harbor near modern-day Tokyo, demanding that Japan open its ports to Western traders. Visit a special installation of 11 prints illustrating this historic event.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION:
www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?navSection=galleries
She-Devils and Heroines: The Power of Women in Netherlandish Prints
WHEN: Now through Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Gallery of the Art of Asia and the Ancient Western World, second floor, Bloomington
WHAT: The iconoclasm of the Protestant Reformation forced 16th-century Dutch artists to explore new subject matter. The fooling of powerful men by cunning women -- for malicious or benevolent purposes -- proved a favorite theme.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5445 or www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?navSection=galleries
Iraqi Short-Necked Lute
Musical Instruments of the Silk Road
WHEN: Now through Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Special Exhibitions Gallery, the Judi and Milt Stewart Hexagon Gallery, Bloomington
WHAT: Beautiful to see as well as to hear, these meticulously crafted instruments represent the musical heritage of the cultures along the Silk Road -- a historic trade route that spanned from China across Asia and all the way to North Africa.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5445 or www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?returnSection=special_exhibitions&navSection=current_exhibitions
The Spoils of War: Art in Nazi Germany
WHEN: Now through Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Gallery of the Art of the Western World, first floor, Bloomington
WHAT: Visitors may participate in this self-guided tour at any time during the fall semester. The tour features 12 European paintings and sculptures with connections to World War II. A free gallery guide brochure is available, which tells the stories of these works.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5445 or www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?returnSection=special_exhibitions&navSection=current_exhibitions
Iranian Poster Art
The Graphics of Revolution and War: Iranian Poster Arts
WHEN: Now through Dec. 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Special Exhibitions Gallery, Bloomington
WHAT: This exhibition showcases Iranian posters of the Islamic Revolution (1979) and the Iran-Iraq War (1980-88). During this time, posters served as visual mechanisms through which a young and unsteady nation struggled to define and defend itself.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5445 or www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?returnSection=special_exhibitions&navSection=current_exhibitions
African Masks 101
WHEN: Now through Dec. 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Raymond and Laura Wielgus Gallery of the Arts of Africa, third floor, Bloomington
WHAT: Drawn from the museum's collection, this small display explores a variety of mask forms, inviting visitors to consider their similarities and differences across West and Central Africa.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5445 or www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?navSection=galleries
Co-opting American History
WHEN: Now through Feb. 26, 2012, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Sunday
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Gallery of the Western World, Doris Steinmetz Kellett Gallery of Twentieth-Century Art, first floor, Bloomington
WHAT: This installation features work by two Pop artists, Larry Rivers and Marisol, who look back upon American history -- from the colonialists to the Civil War -- as a means of addressing attitudes and events of their own time, such as racism, women's rights and the Vietnam War.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5445 or www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?navSection=galleries
Debbie Sampson, "Catching Colors"
Football Invitational Exhibit
WHEN: Now through Feb. 29, 2012, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. For weekend and holiday hours, please call 317-274-3627.
WHERE: 850 W. Michigan St., University Place, IUPUI, Indianapolis
WHAT: The exhibit will feature nearly 50 paintings, sculptures and photographs from many of the top sport artists from around the world.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 317-274-3627 or ecvarner@iupui.edu
Lunch With an IPFW Scientist
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 10
WHERE: Science Central, 1930 N. Clinton, Fort Wayne, Ind.
WHAT: Parents, Lunch With an IPFW Scientist is a great way to get your kids off the couch and away from computer or video games.
Dec. 10: Jordan Marshall, assistant professor of biology, "Where Do Bugs Go in Winter?" Marshall will describe the different ways insects deal with cold temperatures. Students can then look for over-wintering insects in samples of seeds, fruits, sticks, logs and soil.
COST: $16 for nonmembers and $10 for members of Science Central. Lunch is included in the price of admission.
INFORMATION: 260-424-2400, ext. 427; reservations, ext. 451
IU Northwest to host Off-Broadway hit 'Our Young Black Men Are Dying'
WHEN: 4 p.m. Nov. 17
WHERE: Bruce W. Bergland Auditorium of Savannah Hall, Gary, Ind.
WHAT: The historic and relevant performance will serve as a catalyst for meaningful dialogue and positive action, long after the hourlong performance concludes. The call for love and healing is powerful and will begin immediately following with a discussion led by the performers.
COST: This event is free, but seating is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
INFORMATION: 219-980-6596
LINEage
WHEN: Through Nov. 18, noon to 4 p.m. or by appointment
WHERE: Grunwald Gallery of Art, 1201 E. Seventh St., Bloomington
WHAT: The collective sensibility that grows out of shared histories brings Elizabeth Billings, Anne Lindberg and Rowland Ricketts together.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5490 or www.indiana.edu/~grunwald/exhibitions.php?pid=lineage
Waveforms
WHEN: Through Nov. 18, noon to 4 p.m. or by appointment
WHERE: Grunwald Gallery of Art, 1201 E. Seventh St., Bloomington
WHAT: Waveforms is an exhibit of sound art featuring the work of six artists and two artist teams. It is an interdisciplinary art work showcasing sound as the principle component. This exhibition explores, through an examination of creative and artistic practices, the interface of sound and new media technologies. Featured artists include Carrie Bodle, Jacob C. Hammes, Norbert Herber/Rowland Ricketts, Tesia Kosmalski, Lou Mallozzi, Shannon McMullen/Fabian Winkler, Stephanie Rowden and Jesse Seay.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5490 or www.indiana.edu/~grunwald/exhibitions.php?pid=waveforms
Concert: Embraced by the Second Viennese School: Act ll
WHEN: 8 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 19
WHERE: IU Art Museum, 1133 E. Seventh St., Special Exhibitions Gallery, first floor, Bloomington
WHAT: Following on the success of last year's concert, Jacobs School of Music faculty violinist Jorja Fleezanis and violist Stephen Wyrczynski continue their exploration of the Second Viennese School with Alban Berg's Quartet Op. 3 (1910) and Arnold Schoenberg's Quartet No. 2 (1908) along with student artists Sarah Saviet, Benjamin Hoffman, Daniel Lelchuk and Sharon Harms.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION: 812-855-5445 or www.iub.edu/~iuam/section.php?navSection=special_programs
Len Prince
The Photographs of Len Prince
WHEN: Through Dec. 21, 1:30 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
WHERE: The Kinsey Institute Gallery, Morrison Hall, Bloomington
WHAT: Len Prince is a New York-based photographer who has produced a range of work in a career that spans more than four decades. He excels at portraiture and is especially known for his work with celebrities such as Debbie Harry, Eddie Izzard and Drew Barrymore. His striking photographs of the nude figure display his skill with composition and lighting.
COST: Free and open to the public. Mature content.
INFORMATION: 812-855-7686 or www.kinseyinstitute.org/services/gallery.html
School of Science fall 2011 open houses
WHEN: Nov. 18, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., depending on the program selected
WHERE: IUPUI School of Science, 402 N. Blackford St., first floor, Indianapolis
WHAT: The Science Open House is for high school students interested in majoring in science at IUPUI. Spend the day with us to explore academic opportunities and see what makes IUPUI one of the top three universities that U.S. News & World Report says everyone should be watching.
COST: Free, but registration is required
INFORMATION: 317-274-0618 or www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?404728&utm_source=Science Website&utm_medium=/visit web page&utm_campaign=FallRecruitment
Reckless
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 and 12, 2:30 p.m. Nov. 13
WHERE: Theatre Northwest at Arts on Grant is just west of the IU Northwest campus in the Village Shopping Center at 37th Avenue and Grant Street in Gary, Ind.
WHAT: "Reckless," by Craig Lucas, takes place on the eve of Christmas,1983. Rachel, mother of two, is deliriously happy. That is, until she discovers that her husband has taken a contract out on her life. What follows is the absurdly dark, insanely funny story of Rachel's reckless ride through guilt, game shows and the gutter in search of serenity and redemption.
COST: $5 to $10
INFORMATION: 219-980-6808 or ccsheid@iun.edu
New adaptation of The Three Musketeers coming to IU Theatre
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17 and 18, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19
WHERE: Ruth N. Halls Theatre, Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center, 275 N. Jordan Ave., Bloomington
WHAT:
The Three Musketeers. By Robert Kauzlaric, adapted from the novel by Alexandre Dumas. Directed by Murray McGibbon.
COST: $10 to $25
INFORMATION:
www.indiana.edu/~thtr/productions/2011/3m.shtml
Shrek the Musical
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17
WHERE: Indiana University Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington
WHAT: The musical is based upon the story and characters from William Steig's children's book Shrek!, the original inspiration for the popular cartoon films, with a book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize-winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole) and music by Tony Award nominee Jeanine Tesori (Swing!, Thoroughly Modern Millie).
COST: $20 to $60
INFORMATION:
www.iuauditorium.com/site/show-shrek.html
La Bohème
WHEN: 8 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19
WHERE: Musical Arts Center, 101 N. Jordan Ave., Bloomington
WHAT: Audiences will enjoy the grandeur of 19th-century Paris when Indiana University Opera Theater raises the curtain on its spectacular production of Giacomo Puccini's La Bohème.
COST: $10 to $37
INFORMATION: 812-855-7433 or music.indiana.edu/operaballet/boheme
Cherokee Basket Weaving Workshop with John W. Johnson
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 19
WHERE: Bridgwaters Lounge, Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center. 275 N. Jordan Ave., Bloomington
WHAT: All basketry materials are supplied. Free lunch is served at noon.
COST: Free; registration required
INFORMATION: 812-855-4814 or fnecc@indiana.edu
Paul Simon, Punch Brothers to perform at IU Auditorium
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20
WHERE: Indiana University Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington
WHAT: The set list will draw from Simon's iconic career, including songs that haven't been performed live in many years. Also included will be tracks from his newly recorded and critically acclaimed album, So Beautiful or So What (Hear Music/Concord Music Group, released in April), his first new album in five years.
COST: $45.50 to $85.50
INFORMATION: 800-745-3000or www.iuauditorium.com/site/index.html
Hoagy Carmichael Birthday Concert
WHEN: Noon to 1 p.m. Dec. 2
WHERE: Hoagy Carmichael Room, Morrison Hall 006, Bloomington
WHAT: IU's Archives of Traditional Music, as part of its Noon Concert and Lecture Series, invites you to join us for our annual Hoagy Carmichael Birthday Concert to celebrate the 112th birthday (Nov. 22, 1899) of Bloomington's own Hoagy Carmichael. Performing some of Carmichael's best songs will be Kid Kazooey, Rachel Caswell and Kaitlin Justin. Birthday cake will be provided.
COST: Free and open to the public
INFORMATION:
www.indiana.edu/~libarchm/concerts.html
Lysistrata
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2, 3, 6-9; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10
WHERE: Wells-Metz Theatre, Bloomington
WHAT: Athens is at war with Sparta, and the women have had enough. Lysistrata devises a plot to end the war, but for her scheme to work, all the women must agree. Join us in the theater, join us in the laughs and maybe even join us on stage! This production of Aristophanes's most famous play promises to be a loose, bawdy, outrageous circus-romp that is serious in its message to end all war. Mature content.
COST: $15 to $25
INFORMATION:
www.indiana.edu/~thtr/productions/2011/lysistrata.shtml
INFORMATION: 812-855-7433 or www.music.indiana.edu/operaballet/tickets.html
A 'happy holidays' celebration
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7
WHERE: Indiana University Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington
WHAT: One of the surest signs that Christmas is on the way in Bloomington is "Chimes of Christmas," an Indiana University holiday tradition presented by the Jacobs School of Music annually at IU Auditorium.
COST: $11 to $20
INFORMATION: 812-855-1103 or www.iuauditorium.com/site/index.html
STOMP
STOMP
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Jan. 27 and 28
WHERE: Indiana University Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington
WHAT: Sophisticated, sassy, sizzling percussion drawing music from such unlikely sources as hubcaps and paint cans, work boots and tractor tires, the off-Broadway phenomenon STOMP is back and revitalized -- with plenty of new sounds to please the ears. Co-created by Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas, it has exploded in popularity from the time of its humble beginnings as a street show in the U.K.
COST: $20 to $60
INFORMATION:
www.iuauditorium.com/site/index.html
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