A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
There are many opportunities for you to connect with the arts and join conversations about art in March. There is a post-play talkback with the director of Silent Sky, several public discussions throughout the Lehigh Valley for Traveling While Black, and a Q&A with Passion Fruit Dance Company. One of the things I enjoy most about the arts is their ability to spark creative and important discourse. Please join us in discovering these different perspectives.
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
SILENT SKY | 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. Talkback panel immediately following March 2 performance. Buy tickets
CIRQUE MECHANICS | FRI MAR 3
Witness Cirque Mechanics' unique interpretation of tug of war between man and nature in this theatrical circus show that harnesses human power instead of wind to generate an energetic, acrobatic experience. This performance is part of the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital Family Series. Buy tickets
NEW YORK JAZZ REPERTORY ORCHESTRA | SAT MAR 4
The orchestra performs with a special guest artist to be announced. Bill Warfield, director. Buy tickets
CANADIAN BRASS | SAT MAR 11 | In Packer Memorial Church
The award-winning Brass is almost single-handedly responsible for elevating the art of the brass quintet to what it is today: entertainment, spontaneity, virtuosity, and most of all, fun — but never at the expense of the music. FREE shuttle from Zoellner parking garage to church. Buy tickets
THE LIGHTNING THIEF | MAR 23-26
The Department of Theatre and the Mustard & Cheese Drama Society present this rock musical about Percy Jackson, a son of Poseidon, who has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and an epic quest in front of him. This Cornerstone Event is in Honor of the Fowler Family Legacy. Learn more
CHOIR, GLEE CLUB AND DOLCE | FRI MAR 24 & SAT MAR 25
Join us for the debut concert of Lehigh Choral Arts' touring program for their upcoming trip to Ireland. Music from the Renaissance to Barbershop. Steven Sametz and Sun Min Lee, directors. Buy tickets
FACULTY RECITAL | SUN MAR 26
Violinist Michael Jorgensen performs the stormy Schumann a minor Violin Sonata, the tragic Janáček Violin Sonata, Elgar’s pastoral Violin Sonata, and Bacewicz's Oberek No. 2 with pianist Steve Beck. Buy tickets
PASSION FRUIT DANCE COMPANY | FRI MAR 31
This street/club dance and educational company promotes the authenticity of street dance and clubbing styles, Hip-Hop and house cultures, their black heritage, and their contribution to society by exploring different social problems through their dance pieces and artistic practices. Stay for the artist Q&A after the performance. Buy tickets
TRAVELING WHILE BLACK
Traveling While Black is a cinematic virtual reality installation at Zoellner Arts Center that immerses viewers in the long history of restriction of movement for Black Americans and the creation of safe spaces in our communities. It is open now through April 2. Learn more
Community Conversations
WED MAR 1 | 7pm - National & Local Perspectives
Greater Shiloh Church, Easton, PA
WED MAR 8 | 7pm - Up the Corporate Ladder
Northampton Community College, Fowler Family Southside Center, Room 605
WED MAR 29 | 7pm - Co-Pilots & Co-Conspirators
Resurrected Life Church, Allentown, PA
FRI MAR 31 | 5:30pm - Closing Panel Discussion
Zoellner Arts Center