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The Arts Guild at Neumann University was established in 1991 to enhance the high level of cultural enrichment presented to the Delaware Valley Community. The nine member organizations, Center Stage Productions, the Cultural Arts Forum, the Delaware County Symphony, International Ballet Classique, the Neumann University Art Gallery, the Neumann University Concert Chorale, the Neumann University Jazz Band, the Neumann University Players, and Stages of Imagination, offer performances and seminars in the Fred P. Meagher Theatre in an atmosphere that offers fine acoustics, architectural excellence, and comfortable continental seating. For more information on any of our programming, please contact the Neumann University Office of Cultural Programming by calling 610-558-5626.
All events held in the Meagher Theatre located in the Thomas A. Bruder, Jr. Life Center on the Neumann University campus unless otherwise noted. General/ticketing information may be obtained by calling 610-558-5626 unless otherwise noted.
Delaware County Symphony
Chamber Concert
Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012
3:00 p.m.
This concert will feature The Four Waltzes for Flute, Clarinet and Piano by Dmitri Shostakovich, Paul Hindemith’s Septet and the Quintet in E-flat Major for Piano and Winds by Ludwig Van Beethoven. For tickets/information, please call 610-356-5673 or visit the web site at www.dcsmusic.org.
Direction and Commentary: Charles Thomas and
Jeremy Gill
ADMISSION: General $10; Seniors/Students $8; Neumann students with ID and children under 12 FREE. Group rates available.
Delaware County Symphony
Symphony Concert: Notable Firsts
Sunday, February 26, 2012
3:00 p.m.
Three special symphonic pieces will be included in the delightful performance. Arthur
Honegger's Pacific 231, Ludwig
Van Beethoven's Piano Concerto
No. 1 in C Major featuring
Marcantonio Barone on the
piano and Dmitri Shostakovich's
Symphony No.1
For tickets/information, please call 610-356-5673 or visit the web site at www.dcsmusic.org.
Conductor: Jeremy Gill
ADMISSION: General $15; Seniors/Students $12; Neumann students with ID and children under 12 FREE. Group rates available.
Cultural Arts Forum
Duffy’s Cut: An Archeological Study of Local Immigrants
Thursday, March 8, 2012
1:30 p.m.
Dr. William Watson,
Immaculata University Professor
The Duffy’s Cut Project is an ongoing archival and archaeological search into the lives and deaths of 57 Irish immigrants who came to the area to build railroads in 1832. Dr. Watson will discuss the story of these men who, in less than two months after their arrival, died during the second cholera pandemic. Prejudice against immigrants and Irish Catholics specifically contributed to the denial of care to these immigrant workers, who were often viewed by the owners and managers of railroad and coal mining companies as expendable components. Dr. Watson’s presentation will discuss what the research seems to support regarding the tragedy of these men and the plight of immigrants in the 1800’s.
Admission: General $7; FREE for Cultural Arts Forum members and Neumann students with ID
Neumann University Players
Working
From the book by Studs Terkel;
Adapted by Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso
Thursday through Saturday March 15-17, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday March 18, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.
The hopes, dreams, joys and concerns of the average working American are the focus of this unique, extraordinary musical. That the everyday lives of “common” men and women should be so compelling and moving will surprise and inspire anyone who has ever punched a time clock. Based on Studs Terkel’s best-selling book of interviews with American workers, Working paints a vivid portrait of the men and women the world so often takes for granted: the schoolteacher, the parking lot attendant, the waitress, the millworker, the mason, the trucker, the fireman, the housewife, just to name a few. It’s a highly original look at the American landscape that’s simply impossible to forget. www.neumann.edu/players
(Note: The dialogue in Working includes some strong language.)
Director: Ed Milliner
Musical Director: Richard Sayers, Ph.D.
Admission: General $10; Seniors/Students $5
Box Office: 610-361-5455
Cultural Arts Forum
A Day of Spiritual Renewal
Monday, March 19, 2012
8:30 a.m.
As Easter approaches, come to a day set aside for quiet communion and contemplation. This short retreat will be conducted in an atmosphere of silence to foster one’s personal prayer life. Held at the Franciscan Spiritual Center at Our Lady of Angels Convent, the day promises to be spiritually refreshing and a perfect way to come together with others in peace and harmony. The day includes presentations by Sister Clare D’Auria,OSF, reflection time, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, Mass and lunch.
Admission: $30
Reservations are required.
Call 610-558-5626 for details.
Delaware County Symphony
Chamber Concert
Sunday, April 1, 2012
3:00 p.m.
The concert includes Suite No. 3 in D Major by Johann Sebastian Bach, Vincent D’Indy’s Suite in Olden Style, A Musical Joke by Wolfgang Mozart and Charles Ives’ The Unanswered Question.
Direction and Commentary: Charles Thomas and Jeremy Gill
ADMISSION: General $10; Seniors/Students $8; Neumann students with ID and children under 12 FREE. Group rates available. For tickets/information, please call 610-356-5673 or visit the web site at www.dcsmusic.org.
Cultural Arts Forum
A Visit with Betsy Ross
Historical Interpretation by Carol Spacht
Thursday, April 12, 2012
1:30 p.m.
Enjoy a visit with Betsy Ross as she tells The Story of Our Flag. Betsy will discuss how our flag evolved and explain the symbolism of it stars, stripes and colors. Ms. Ross also discusses her visits from George Washington and the secret for making a five-pointed star. Carol Spacht has extensive experience as a performer. She studied theatre at Villanova University and graduated with highest honors from Eastern University with degrees in literature and theatre arts. Spacht appears weekly at the Betsy Ross House in historic Philadelphia, where she portrays our nation’s premier flag maker.
Admission: General $7; FREE for Cultural Arts Forum members and Neumann students with ID
Faculty Vocal Concert
Live for Tomorrow
A Breast Cancer Awareness Benefit
Friday, April 13, 2012
8:00 p.m.
The evening will be filled with classical and contemporary musical selections and stories of hope and perseverance as we come together to raise money for research and breast cancer awareness.
Soloist: Yuki Ishida, D.M.A., coloratura soprano, Neumann faculty
Pianist: Maestro David Lofton
Narrator: Janet Massey, MBA, Neumann faculty
Admission: Free will offering
Christina Brame Gospel Choir
Let’s Celebrate the King!
Saturday, April 14, 2012
8:00 p.m.
An evening of song and praise featuring the Christina Brame Gospel Choir at Neumann University and other local choirs from colleges and universities in the Southeastern Pennsylvania area.
Admission: General $5; Students/Faculty/Staff with ID $2. Children under 12 Free.
Cultural Arts Forum
High Tea
Entertainment by Principally Harps the Cutcher/Witman Duo
Sunday, April 15, 2012
2:00 p.m.
The Austin Room ~
Lia’s Catering
Chichester Avenue ~
Upper Chichester, PA
Come and enjoy tea in high style while being entertained by Mindy Cutcher and Janet Witman from the Brandywine Harp Orchestra, the nation’s only continuously playing harp orchestra. Spend a relaxing afternoon with family and friends while you dine on tasty sandwiches and delicious desserts! Don’t be afraid to wear your favorite hat!
Admission: $35.00
Reservations required: 610-558-5626
Neumann University Jazz Band
Spring Concert
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
8:00 p.m.
From big band standards to contemporary arrangements, the Neumann University Jazz Band lights up the stage with an array of exciting and enjoyable musical selections. The Wind Ensemble adds its own blend of light classics and popular music for band.
Conductor: Richard Sayers, Ph. D.
Admission: General $8; Seniors/Students $5, Neumann students with ID and children under 12 FREE
Stages of Imagination
Children’s Theater
The Magnificent Red Button
Weekdays through April and May
10:00 a.m.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Age appropriate for Pre-K through 5th grade
Conflicts arise as the animals of Wood's End vie for the magnificent red button. Anger leads to name-calling and hurt feelings. An unexpected hero models successful behavior so the animals can deal with these serious problems. The themes of the program are conflict resolution, anger management, respect for others, and more. Music and song enhance the learning and fun for all!
THEMES: Critical thinking; creative innovation; setting goals; accepting responsibility for behavior; Developing self-discipline and self-determination; Problem solving through discussion, listening and reflection.
Executive Producer: Vicki Giunta
Admission: General $6.50; Group rate $6;
FREE for teachers who accompany class
For ticket/information, call 610-892-8189 or 1-888-satges6 (NJ and DE)
Neumann University Concert Chorale
Spring Concert
Friday, May 4, 2012
8:00 p.m.
This annual event includes the members of the internationally acclaimed Neumann University Concert Chorale. The evening will include Gabriel Faure’s Requiem in D Minor Op. 48. The Concert Chorale regularly performs at the University and many other concert halls, churches and public venues.
Artistic Director:Yuki Ishida, D.M.A., coloratura soprano, Neumann faculty
Guest Conductor: Maestro David Lofton
Assistant Director/Piano: Robert Nester
Admission: General $8; Seniors/students $5; Neumann students with ID and children under 12 FREE.
Delaware County Symphony
Symphony Concert: French Connection
Sunday, May 6, 2012
3:00 pm
An afternoon concert featuring a World premiere performance of Impromptus and Arabesques by Benjamin C. S. Boyle along with Gabriel Faure’s Suite Masques et Bergamasques and Claude Debussy’s Iberia. The concert will also showcase this year’s youth Competition winner.
Admission: General $15; Seniors/Students $12; Neumann students with ID and children under 12 FREE. Group rates available. For tickets/information, please call 610-356-5673 or visit the web site at www.dcsmusic.org.
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Howard Tran |
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Mildred Becker |
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Neumann University Student Exhibition |
If you are an artist or know someone who is looking for a “gallery” in which to display an art collection, Neumann University can help. We will serve as a host site for emerging artists from the surrounding area to exhibit a body of artwork. This is an
excellent opportunity to share your artistic talent with the University and the greater community. Art exhibits will hang in the University Library and typically run for two months. All works displayed will be in congruence with the mission of Neumann University.
To obtain a schedule of upcoming art exhibits or for more information regarding
exhibit proposals, please contact the
Office of Cultural Programming via telephone at
610-558-5626, or via e-mail at dimarinn@neumann.edu.
Exhibit Schedule:
Howard Tran
Wednesday, February 1 – Monday, March 19, 2012
Mildred Becker
Wednesday, March 21 – Monday, May 14, 2012
Artist’s Reception: Wednesday, April 18:
2:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Neumann University Student Exhibition
Wednesday, May 16 – Monday, August 20, 2012