A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Our Spring season began last week with nearly 200 members of the community attending an opening reception for Traveling While Black. I encourage you to experience this virtual reality installation anchored by a replica of the historic Ben's Chili Bowl diner. I look forward to Presenting Series artist Wu Fei's collaboration with the Lehigh University Philharmonic; the Department of Theatre's presentation of Silent Sky; the lovable Paddington's family-friendly show; and please mark your calendars for Gala2023 to celebrate our 25th Anniversary. I hope you will spend a day or two this month exploring the arts with us. With Gratitude, Mark Fitzgerald Wilson
GALA2023 is almost here! THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA | SAT APR 15
Get your tickets now to celebrate our 25th Anniversary with a premier orchestra under the direction of guest conductor Keith Lockhart featuring Broadway Star Brian Stokes Mitchell with opening performances by dance innovators Bandaloop and pop artist Zia Victoria. Buy tickets
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FEB 11: Wu Fei, a renowned master of the guzheng, the 21-string Chinese zither, performs Hello Gold Mountain with the Lehigh University Philharmonic. The work is inspired by stories of World War II Jewish refugees who fled to Shanghai from Europe and built lives in China.
FEB 24: Third Coast Percussion & Flutronix, two ensembles who redefine classical music for the 21st-century, join forces for an exceptional performance. Save on one show or both
TRAVELING WHILE BLACK | Through APR 2
This cinematic virtual reality experience immerses viewers in the long history of restriction of movement for Black Americans and the creation of safe spaces in our communities. The film, by Academy Award winner Roger Ross Williams and Emmy Award-winning Felix & Paul Studios, transports viewers to historic Ben's Chili Bowl restaurant in Washington, D.C Learn more
JAZZ FACULTY CONCERT | SAT FEB 4
The Jazz faculty present their annual tribute to America's greatest Jazz and Pop composers. Bill Warfield, director. Buy tickets
PADDINGTON GETS IN A JAM | SAT FEB 18
Paddington volunteers to help Mr. Curry with his to-do list before his Great Aunt Matilda arrives. Throughout the afternoon, Paddington attempts items on the list but in typical Paddington fashion nothing goes to plan! This performance is part of the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital Family Series. Buy tickets
SILENT SKY | FEB 24-26, MAR 1-4
The Department of Theatre presents the true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt which explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, when women’s ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them. Written by Lauren Gundersen. Directed by Daniel Brody '22. Buy tickets
THE PRINCETON SINGERS | SUN FEB 26
The tenors and basses of this exceptional group explore the richness of music for men's choir. Works from the Renaissance to today. Steven Sametz, artistic director. Buy tickets