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Proclaimed as the “Leaders of New York’s jazz revival” – CBS This Morning, the Sardines are back! Channeling the big city speakeasies of bygone days, The Hot Sardines are on a mission to make old sounds new again with sheer joy, brassy horn arrangements, rollicking piano melodies and vocals from a chanteuse who transports listeners to a different era. Special VIP Reception for the opening of the 2018 – 2019 season at 6:30 PM. Public tickets go on sale on…
On the 150th Anniversary of the 14th Amendment (July 1868) as well as the death of Thaddeus Stevens (Aug 1868), considered the father of that essential amendment, Lancaster’s scholars, civic leaders, and activists confront Birth of a Nation’s political and social legacies to explore the connection between media representations and lasting cultural attitudes on race. Screening of film (Part 1) at 6:30; panel discussion to follow. Part 2 will screen on October 2 with a different panel. Copies of the…
Break the Chain captures the first-hand accounts of Debbie and Kwami, two survivors of child sex and labor trafficking, to provide a startling look at how this overly sensationalized issue is, in reality, hiding in plain sight. Accompanied by interviews with those actively working to raise awareness and find creative solutions to combat this global problem, the film helps us learn that we have the power to change lives by choosing how we consume our information and what we support.…
Dana Weiderhold, second principal of Lancaster Symphony Orchestra and Xun Pan, Director of Keyboard Studies at Millersville University will perform the most popular violin-piano repertoire through three centuries, including Beethoven’s famous “Kreutzer” Sonata. Public Tickets: $15/ Discounted Student Tickets: free with valid i.d. For more information please visit: http://www.artsmu.com/
5 finalists, 5 judges, 5 minutes! Join us to see this year’s participants pitch their business ideas to a panelist of judges and live audience at The Ware Center. Winners receive thousands of dollars in cash and pro-bono prizes. Please bring your ticket with you to this event. Seating is limited in the auditorium, so tickets will be required to see the final pitches live! While the judges deliberate, keynote speaker, Jason Grullon, will share his experiences. Jason is the…
On the 150th Anniversary of the 14th Amendment (July 1868) as well as the death of Thaddeus Stevens (Aug 1868), considered the father of that essential amendment, Lancaster’s scholars, civic leaders, and activists confront Birth of a Nation’s political and social legacies to explore the connection between media representations and lasting cultural attitudes on race. Screening of film (Part 2) at 6:30; panel discussion to follow. Panel: Dr. Paul McEwan, has written about the film for Cinema Journal, Film History,…
In partnership with BanjiGirl Productions and Creative Works of Lancaster, “Split Second – A Community ‘Touring’ Conversation,” directed by Kaci M. Fannin, is a Readers’ Theatre performance of “an explosive new play dealing with primal dramatic issues, using and lifting the familiar police genre to tell a story about an individual facing a crisis of conscience.” – The New York Times. Followed by a talk-back with director, cast and a community panel. **WARNING: FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. Racially charged adult language…
WITH ANDREA TIERRA | Colombian-born harp virtuoso Edmar Castaneda has forged his own distinctive path in music, bringing not only an unfamiliar instrument, but a wholly original voice to jazz, branching out into a world of different styles and genres. His wide-ranging career has been remarkable for discovering a brilliant role for the harp in jazz. In addition to vocals, Edmar is joined by a truly unique combo of drums and saxophone. Lancaster’s Favorite Date Night welcomes you to Club…
Blending the sounds of the Americas with tension and grace, this award winning multi-ethnic Latin pop songstress’ passionate collection of bilingual songs takes audiences on an eclectic upbeat journey. Her Spanish-language anthem “Siete-D,” tells the story of her experience volunteering in a gang-dominated suburb of San Salvador, while her Spanish-English version of pop classic “I Will Survive,” is pure fun. Gina and her 5-piece band have performed internationally, touring as cultural ambassadors for the U.S. State Department. To purchase tickets…
Direct from New Orleans, The Dave Holt returns with the group that entertained Lancaster fans for many years over a decade ago. In addition, Lancaster’s own Liz Fulmer will reprise her song “Fighter” written to honor Diana Denenberg Durand for her courageous fight against breast cancer. Dr. Neal Harnly and Friends, featuring Sara Male and Peter Kenote (New York Philharmonic) will also appear to support MU’s efforts. Barry Kornhauser will emcee the event. Ticket buyers can select the “Show Only”…
Holden Layfield is a 17-year-old junior and it’s homecoming week in his small Georgia town. The popular, athletic teen is already fielding early scholarships. But Holden has a secret. Over the next two years, Holden fights to keep his mental illness hidden as he morphs from a beloved, small town football player to a lost, self-medicating prophet. Based on a true story, filmmaker Tamlin Hall weaves audiences through Holden’s harrowing tale in this narrative film set in the early 1990s.…
Spend a perfect Halloween weekend with actor Jeremy Kendall as he unravels the timeless tale of Dr. Jekyll’s fall from grace at the hands of his devious protégé, Mr. Hyde. Told through the eyes of Dr. Jekyll’s good friend John Utterson, the play explores the dark influences of privilege and the lure of living a duplicitous life. Kendall takes us to the streets of London – playing each and every character – from high society to the lowly servants, revealing what…
There’s a haunted house in the Ware Center and the raven Poe will take us to explore each room. What’s inside? Something decrepit, something deceased, something that growls like a hideous beast, perhaps there’s a tentacle, perhaps there’s an eye, to find out get your tickets, the time’s drawing nigh. After the shows, the puppeteers invite families (ages 7 and up) to an informal, 30-minute Puppet Magic Q&A immediately following each performance. Learn all about the behind-the-scenes action, illusions and…
ART OF AVIATION, LANDSCAPE, SKYSCAPE AND THE FIGURE Regitz Gallery at the Ware Center | Monthly, rotating art exhibitions of local and regional artists whose work is for purchase. Gallery is open daily during business hours and each First Friday of the month from 6 PM – 8 PM. For more information please click here.
Dream Warriors is a collective of Indigenous artists, performers, speakers, and educators. Mic Jordan, Lyla June, and the Sampson Brothers share cultural dance, poetry, and music resonating hope, inspiration, healing and empowerment. Sponsored in partnership by multiple organizations including Friends of Advocates for Native Nations (FANN), Student Organization Advocates for Native Nations, Millersville University Intercultural Center and the Office of Diversity and Social Justice. For more information please click here.
New York City trombonist-vocalist Seth Weaver Quartet (Sharik Hasan, piano, Timothy Norton, bass and Nathan Ellman-Bell, drums) will present an evening of original music from his recording project Truth due for release spring of 2019. Inspired by the incredible cultural exchange and unique experiences of living in NYC, Seth’s compositions are influenced equally by Afro-Cuban flavor, the Hudson River and the unique ice crystals seen from his Harlem apartment window in winter. Seth will also feature music from Duke Ellington,…
Co-presented with Penn Square Music Festival | An evening of music from Puccini’s three most popular and beloved operas, La Boheme, Tosca and Madame Butterfly. Whether it’s Consumption, Stabbing or Harikari, the evening will end on a high note. The concert will be sung in Italian with supertitles in English projected on the screen. To purchase tickets please click here.
Emmy Award-winning and Broadway veteran actress Elaine Bromka stars in this one-woman show about life and love in the White House as told by Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon and Betty Ford. Particularly pertinent in an era of heightened politics, Tea for Three highlights the important role these three First Ladies played in humanizing the political scene – a story both whimsical and deeply moving. A free 20 minute Audience Perspective talk by a local scholar will begin 45 minutes…
Somewhere between a concert and a cocktail party, this less than 60-minute intimate performance ‘in the round’ is preceded by a festive reception featuring local desserts and adult beverages. We’ll feature Mussorgsky’s famous Pictures at an Exhibition in addition to a series of premiere compositions of Scenes of Lancaster from Ralph Lehman, John Carbon, and Jeffrey Campbell Binner. Please click here to purchase tickets.
From Washington D.C., Newmyer Flyers’ Julia Nixon and the Dave Ylvisaker Ensemble presents the wondrous songs of Bacharach & David. Go back in time with 60s and 70s hit singles including “I Say a Little Prayer,” “Walk on By,” “Do You Know the Way to San Jose,” “Alfie,” “The Look of Love” and “What the World Needs Now,” expertly delivered by Julia Nixon, a Broadway veteran (Dreamgirls) and one of D.C.’s finest and most popular singers for more than 30…
Pamela Tom’s tour-de-force documentary about Guangzhou-born, American artist Tyrus Wong’s breathtaking scope of work across multiple artistic mediums and his personal and professional journey navigating racial bigotry in 20th century America. Weaving together images of his work, archival footage, interviews and commentary from the artist himself, the film captures how Wong’s unique style helped shape the Disney animated film, Bambi (1942) and established a signature style of animation in early Hollywood. Running time: 78 minutes. To purchase tickets please click…
Experience why this holiday tradition has been a Lancaster favorite for six years and counting. Produced by Oisín Mac Diarmada of award-winning lrish group Téada, the family-friendly Irish Christmas in America tour brings back the amazing Séamus Begley along with the vibrant vocal talents of Niamh Farrell for an engaging performance rich in history, humor and boundless energy to start the holiday season. To purchase tickets please click here.
Regitz Gallery at the Ware Center | Monthly, rotating art exhibitions of local and regional artists whose work is for purchase. Gallery is open daily during business hours and each First Friday of the month from 6 PM – 8 PM. For more information please click here.
A one-woman show that explores the nature of memory, stories and the creative spirit. Where do stories come from? How do they live? Exploring both the personal and universal, Alonely connects the lines between, around, over, under and about memory, imagination, identity and what it means to create in a world full of distraction. For more information please click here.
I’LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS | Following the critically acclaimed release of the 2015 recording I’ll Be Home for Christmas, pianist Fred Hughes brings his hard-charging trio to town to swing you into some holiday cheer. Originating in the jazz clubs of Washington, D.C., the trio that includes bassist Amy Shook and drummer Frank Russo has been performing, recording and presenting clinics and workshops since 1989, and brings over three decades of musical experience to the stage. Lancaster’s Favorite Date…
O-PRESENTED WITH VOCAL HARMONIX | Listen … Remember … Believe! When you listen to the music of the season of Christmas and feel the crisp air of December; when you remember the splendor of this season when you were a child when everything was new; do you believe in the magic of Christmas and the season? Vocal Harmonix and the Red Rose Chorus, Lancaster’s award-winning a cappella barbershop choruses, invite you to listen anew to the familiar sounds and stories…
One event on December 15, 2018 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2018 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 16, 2018 at 5:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2018 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 21, 2018 at 7:00 pm
One event on December 22, 2018 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 22, 2018 at 7:00 pm
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CO-PRESENTED WITH SERVANT STAGE COMPANY | Enjoy an original adaptation of the Charles Dickens’ timeless holiday classic! Based word-for-word on Dickens’ masterpiece and featuring original songs, A Christmas Carol is a faithful rendition of this enduring tale of redemption, charity and the true spirit of Christmas – a fun-for-the-whole family, fantastical journey through Christmas Past, Present and Future! Tickets are free/required for this production. Donations welcome. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14 at 7 P.M. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 at 3 P.M. & 7…
One event on December 20, 2018 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 21, 2018 at 3:00 pm
One event on December 15, 2018 at 5:00 pm
One event on December 20, 2018 at 5:00 pm
One event on December 21, 2018 at 5:00 pm
One event on December 22, 2018 at 5:00 pm
Somewhere between a concert and cocktail party, this less than 60-minute intimate performance ‘in the round’ is preceded by a festive reception featuring local desserts and adult beverages. Concerto Night will feature Vivaldi’s Concerto for Two Trumpets, Handel’s Concerto for Oboe No. 2, Tchaikovsky’s Andante Cantabile for Cello, and Dvorak’s Serenade for Strings. Ticket Information: Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at artsmu.com.
Mnozil Brass has established itself as the world’s premier brass ensemble and will be exploring the depths of their instruments to entertain you in the brand-new show, Cirque. This talented septet enters the ring to combat the monkey business of daily life with music and humor while transforming the stage into a musical flea circus. Mnozil Brass are strong believers that the earth is round and diligently go out of their way, traveling the globe on a mission of bringing…
One event on February 16, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on February 16, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on February 17, 2019 at 2:00 pm
CO-PRESENTED WITH THE PEOPLE’S SHAKESPEARE PROJECT Macbeth, “full of sound and fury,” is one of the most iconic of Shakespeare’s tragedies. It is the story of a husband and wife craving the power of the throne and willing to go down some very dark and lonely roads to maintain that power. It is a story filled with magic, greed, treason, guilt and eventual madness, with some of the most glorious poetry ever written.
Celebrating the classic children’s book and Academy-nominated film, this GRAMMY award winning, classically trained percussive quartet takes you on a multi-media journey to the open sea with their score that looks at our relationship to the bodies of water that connect our lives.
Join King Street Big Band for an evening in tribute to one of America’s national treasures, Duke Ellington. From rollicking swing to soulful ballads, Ellington’s prolific body of work is a snapshot of popular music from the 1920s-1970s. King Street Big Band will present a biographical journey through Ellington’s music including well known favorites like “It Don’t Mean a Thing.”
A challenging but developmental group, Overture provides the full symphonic experience to students in grades 8-12. Through more demanding music and high quality instruction, students develop advanced abilities on their instruments, as well as an understanding of how to perform in an ensemble setting. Adults $10 College Students (18+) $5 Children (5-18) FREE Buy tickets here.
Allegretto demands the utmost of students in a chamber orchestra setting. Students, in grades 9-12, receive guidance and instruction to perform standard and newly composed orchestral music. Adults $10 College Students (18+) $5 Children (5-18) FREE Buy tickets here.
Back to the Garden pays tribute to folk-rock trailblazers Joni Mitchell, Carole King and Laura Nyro whose influence and inspiration paved the way for women in music, art and life as they bravely explored territory outside the accepted confines for women in the music industry. Featuring Melissa Hammans (Company, Smokey Joe’s Cafe), Shaleah Adkisson (Hair, Rent, the Ware Center’s Amy Sings Aretha), and Maddy Wyatt (Band of Wyatt).
Turning 15 on the Road to Freedom is a play with music that tells the moving, true story of Lynda Blackmon, the youngest person to walk all the way from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, on the Voting Rights March in 1965. Jailed nine times before her 15th birthday, Lowery fought alongside Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to secure the right to vote for African Americans.
Join us for a Music in the Round-type event in the Atrium of the Ware Center featuring repertoire from our March “Final Frontier” Core Concert. This performance ‘in the round’ is preceded by a festive reception featuring desserts and adult beverages. Tickets by March 15, 2019: $30 Tickets after March 15, 2019: $35 Buy tickets here.
A traditional full length concert (including intermission) in Steinman Hall but infused with Allegro’s musical trademark – JOY! These concerts bring power, passion, and excitement center stage. Buy tickets here.
Two Pianists. Six Rounds. Chopin vs. Liszt, Debussy vs. Schubert, Black vs. White. Who will be the first to cross the finish line? The audience will decide! Part serious classical recital, part tongue-in-cheek performance by two world-renowned pianists, Andreas Kern and Paul Cibis, the Piano Battle is a unique concert that pleases both the ear and the eye. Cash bar available in the lobby before the show and during intermission. Discounted $5 MU Student tickets available at a ticket office…
JAZZLAND | Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with some of today’s heaviest-hitting jazz players and local legend, saxophonist Tim Warfield, as his band presents cuts from his most recent CD release. Jazzland frames Tim’s tenor and soprano saxophone sound with the funky and swinging rhythm section of Hammond B3 master Pat Bianchi, and Philadelphia drum titan Byron “Wookie” Landham. The ensemble is further augmented by Bronx-born percussion wizard Daniel Sadownick and trumpet virtuoso Terell Stafford. Lancaster’s Favorite Date Night welcomes you…
Lounge 42 is the perfect relaxed event for our 21 and over crowd, featuring a 30-minute classical performance by Allegro Orchestra Lancaster followed by a lounge concert with Corty Byron. Food, drinks, and other fun included in one low ticket price. Tickets by March 15, 2019: $15 Tickets after March 15, 2019: $20 Buy tickets here.
From his study at Chartwell, Churchill (as portrayed by Randy Otto) recounts The Blitz – and his courageous 1930s journey from historical footnote to the most beloved leader and statesman in recorded history. Experience an astonishingly nuanced, humorous, witty, REAL Winston Churchill with gravitas and grit as Randy Otto shatters the imaginary 4th wall, transporting the audience from tears to laughter and back again. Cash bar available in the lobby. Discounted $5 MU Student tickets available at a ticket office…
MODERN DANCE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NETCO DANCE LANCASTER | 15 years, really? NetCo Dance Company was established as a network of community dancers that strives to examine and illuminate our social, political and emotional climate through dance performance. Debuting at the Fulton Opera House 15 years ago with Moving Towards Yourself – a deeply personal look into the feminine mind and heart – NetCo Dance continues to produce innovative dance programs that have been hailed as “dynamic, contagiously humorous, angst-ridden,…
The Lancaster Downtowners invite you to an evening of celebration as we officially recognize the City of Lancaster as an Age-Friendly City. We will be joined by Danene Sorace: Mayor of Lancaster, the Age-Friendly Launch Team, and representatives from AARP who will honor the commitment our city has made to make Lancaster a great place to live for people of all ages. With heavy hors d’oeuvres by The Gypsy Kitchen, desserts by Miesse Candies and Wegmans, and music by Rue…
TEDxYouth@Lancaster is an independently organized TED event with speakers 21 years old and younger. This year’s theme is Rising Above. Come be inspired, educated, and motivated by “ideas worth spreading” from our local youth as well as from the event’s Exhibition Hall. This is TEDxLancaster’s 6th TEDx event.
We the People: Solo Pianist Brad Minnig Steinman Hall Minnig is a self-taught pianist who writes and performs original music, and plays a variety of genres and musical favorites. He has recently garnered media attention for his advocacy of music as a creative outlet for people like him on the Autism spectrum. This show will celebrate America and include favorites like America the Beautiful, the Star Spangled Banner, and a few original compositions. The first set of this two-part concert…
Midtown Scholar Bookstore, Harrisburg, PA – July 10th | This September, Fear No Lit, Midtown Scholar Bookstore, and the Ware Center are pleased to welcome acclaimed Nigerian-American author and mental health advocate Bassey Ikpi to Lancaster as she presents her new memoir-in-essays, I’M TELLING THE TRUTH BUT I’M LYING. The event will include a reading and interview with Ikpi, as well as short performances by three Pennsylvania writers: Jamie Beth-Cohen, Maria James-Thiaw, and Jonny Teklit. The interview will be moderated…
The Arts at Millersville University is proud to open its 2019-2020 season with ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro! Performing from his newest record, “The Greatest Day”, this evening features some of his most adventuresome playing yet. From artistic interpretations of Leonard Cohen’s iconic hymn “Hallelujah” and The Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby” to originals that pulsate with a vibrant life, this “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele” is not to be missed.