SAMFORD UNIVERSITY ARTS CALENDAR

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1 SAMFORD UNIVERSITY ARTS CALENDAR 1

2 Season Tonight at the Wright Shaping tomorrow s world by JOIN US THIS SEASON for a talented array of performances from faculty and students to international artists. Samford Arts venues will brim with new productions, music, theatre, opera, dance and worship opportunities. Davis Architects Guest Artist Series Art and Design Theatre and Dance Performances featuring David Phelps whose performance is underwritten by John and Marsha Floyd April 26 28, 7:30 p.m. April 29, 2:30 p.m. Wright Center Our students and faculty are reaching audiences beyond the Samford stages, from a reading of professor Mark Castle's play in London's Houses of Parliament to conducting opera workshops throughout Birmingham. Ensembles are traveling the globe performing, and students are impacting communities through mission outreach. Samford s campus is buzzing with new students, facilities and energy to strengthen our commitment to innovative learning and core values supporting our Christian faith. With the support of the John and Rosemary Brown Family Foundation, the School of the Arts is excited to roll out a new curriculum this fall. This academic experience incorporates a multi-dimensional path for our students to be more collaborative, entrepreneurial and professionally fit. We invite you to be a part of Samford Arts and see how we are preparing today s artist to shape tomorrow s world by inspiring artistry and faith. Joseph Hopkins, D.M. Dean and Professor, School of the Arts Opera Events Faculty Performances Student Performances Academy of the Arts Recitals Music and Worship Birmingham Arts at Samford Venues Samford Arts Calendar samford.edu/arts The School of the Arts presents a musical theatre blockbuster starring David Phelps in the Wright Center. The cast includes Samford theatre students, local children and professionals. Based on the story of Genesis, from musical theatre greats Stephen Schwartz and John Caird comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith not to mention centuries of unresolved family business. Adam, Eve, Noah and the Father who created them deal with headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. DAVID PHELPS Over the greater part of the last two decades, David's artistry has grown to echo off the walls of Carnegie Hall, and vibrate the chandeliers in the White House and in countless halls and churches around the world. His masterful melodies have been turned into critically-acclaimed solo offerings, award-winning Gaither Vocal Band CDs and Gold and Platinum Gaither "Homecoming" collections. The School of the Arts is delighted to welcome him to our stages and appreciates the support of John and Marsha Floyd in underwriting his performance. Children of Eden is part of the Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series. To learn more about the series events, turn to page 9. 1

3 Tonight AT THE WRIGHT GAITHER VOCAL BAND Sept. 8, 7 p.m., Wright Center A full evening of entertainment and meaningful music is a rare treat anytime, but when the occasion includes the best-loved voices in gospel music it's a must see celebration. Hosted by Bill Gaither and the Gaither Vocal Band, it will leave you encouraged, grateful and smiling. Tickets available at premierproductionstickets.com/buy?854 HARRY POTTER IN CONCERT copresented with Alabama Symphony Orchestra Red Diamond SuperPOPS! Oct. 20, 7 p.m., Wright Center Audiences will relive the magic of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer s Stone shown in high-definition on a 40-foot screen while hearing the Alabama Symphony Orchestra perform John Williams unforgettable score. Tickets at alabamasymphony.org. HARD TRAVELIN WITH WOODY written and performed by Randy Noojin Jan. 25, 7 p.m., Wright Center Hop a box car through the Dustbowl with Woody Guthrie and commune with the spirit, stories and songs of America's iconic folksinger, saint-of-the-workingman and poet-of-the-people in this critically acclaimed, award-winning multimedia solo show packed with Woody's spirit, music and artworks. THREE ON A STRING Sept. 28, 7 p.m., Wright Center Celebrating 46 years in the entertainment business, virtuoso musicians and comedians Jerry Ryan, Bobby Horton, Brad Ryan and Andy Meginniss have performed with Red Skelton, Barbara Mandrell, Jeff Foxworthy, George Lindsey, Ray Stevens and many more. They come to Samford this fall to help us kick off the new school year and welcome new students and their families to Birmingham. ASHLEY CAMPBELL Nov. 3, 7 p.m., Wright Center Known for her work alongside her father, legendary music artist Glen Campbell, Ashley has developed her own sound and enthusiastic following. Banjo and guitar player, singer and songwriter, Ashley has talent that matches the genius legacy of her family. During the concert, Ashley shares stories and images from her childhood and her time performing with her father. Her hit song, "Remembering," is a tribute from loving daughter to beloved Dad. SOZO CHILDREN S CHOIR April 5, 7 p.m., Wright Center The Sozo Children's Choir includes 25 Ugandans sharing cultural singing and dancing with authentic African instruments. In May 2010, Sozo Children began with 17 children and now gives care to 121 children providing shelter, clothing, education, nutrition and medical and emotional needs. Sozo is a Greek term meaning to save or rescue, both spiritually and physically. These children are being raised in Christ in their culture by Ugandan Christian adults to become future leaders of Uganda. CHRISTMAS WITH ACT OF CONGRESS copresented with Alabama Symphony Orchestra Red Diamond SuperPOPS! Dec. 1, 7 p.m., Wright Center The all acoustic progressive bluegrass group Act of Congress was selected as the 2016 artist for Keep Alabama Beautiful, and was voted Birmingham's Best Band for 2016 by Birmingham magazine and AL.com. Tickets at alabamasymphony.org. 3

4 Davis Architects GUEST ARTIST SERIES VADYM KHOLODENKO copresented with the Fletcher and Nell Morris Piano Competition Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Van Cliburn International Piano Competition gold medalist, Vadym Kholodenko has emerged as one of the most musically dynamic and technically gifted performers of his generation, heralded for interpretations that are "impeccable, tasteful and vibrant, and also something more: imaginative." (Cleveland Plain Dealer) JAMIE BARTON sponsored by Dr. Chandler and Jane Paris Smith and copresented with Birmingham Chamber Music Society and Opera Birmingham Feb. 2, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Grammy nominee American mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton has been described by The Guardian as "a great artist, no question, with an imperturbable steadiness of tone, and a nobility of utterance that invites comparison not so much with her contemporaries as with mid-20th century greats such as Kirsten Flagstad." She has claimed virtually all of the highest awards in the world of opera including the Beverly Sills Artist Award, Richard Tucker Award, Cardiff Singer of the World and was the winner of the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY OF LINCOLN CENTER VIENNA TO HOLLYWOOD copresented with Birmingham Chamber Music Society Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) is one of 11 constituents of the largest performing arts complex in the world, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Vienna to Hollywood features five exceptional musicians: Wu Qian and Juho Pohjonen (piano); Danbi Um and Sean Lee (violin); and Mihai Marica (cello) performing Schubert: Fantasie in F-minor for Piano, Four Hands, D. 940, Op. 103, Schubert: Fantasy in C-major for Violin and Piano, D. 934, Op. 159, and Korngold: Suite for Piano Left Hand, Two Violins, and Cello, Op. 23. SŌ PERCUSSION copresented with Birmingham Chamber Music Society March 20, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Sō Percussion is a percussion-based music organization that creates and presents new collaborative works to adventurous and curious audiences and educational initiatives to engaged students. With innovative multigenre original productions, sensational interpretations of modern classics, and an exhilarating blend of precision and anarchy, rigor and bedlam, (The New Yorker), Sō Percussion has redefined the scope and role of the modern percussion ensemble. $10 student $30 reserved 4 5

5 GUEST EXHIBITIONS STUDENT EVENTS rt AND Design BETWEEN THE SHADOW AND THE LIGHT: AN EXHIBITION OUT OF SOUTH AFRICA Sept. 4 Oct. 3 Sept. 12, 5:30 7 p.m., Reception prior to the School of the Arts faculty gala Sept. 19, 6 p.m., Artists panel discussion in partnership with anima: the Center for Worship and the Arts, Bolding Studio 7:15 p.m., Reception, Art Gallery In 2013, ten American artists and ten African artists participated in the R5 Creative Seminar in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa. This diverse exhibition by these 20 artists reflects their reactions to the cultural exchange and issues discussed at the seminar. The exhibition has traveled the United States extensively the past two years, and makes its only stop in Alabama for the exhibition at Samford. Two of the featured artists in this exhibition are Samford Arts faculty Joe Cory and Larry Thompson. THE ART OF ILLUSTRATION: AN EXHIBITION BY ROB MCCLURKAN Oct. 16 Nov. 11 Nov. 9, 4 5:30 p.m., Closing reception and artist's talk Nov. 11, 11 a.m. 1 p.m., Special gallery hours for homecoming Samford alum Rob McClurkan exhibits his work in book illustration. His recent work focuses on children's book illustration, including the recent publication, Aw, Nuts! FROM SKETCH TO STAGE: A RETROSPECTIVE OF THEATRE DESIGN BY ERIC OLSON Jan. 22 Feb. 21 Feb. 1, 4 5:30 p.m., Designer's reception and gallery talk Eric Olson served the Samford University community as theatre faculty and designer for 41 years. Honoring Eric's recent retirement, the art department in partnership with the Department of Theatre and Dance presents a retrospective of Olson's design work, exhibiting the process from initial sketch to finished stage. GRADUATING SENIOR EXHIBITION Dec Dec. 16, Reception for graduates following commencement This exhibit features the senior projects of art department graduates in fine arts and graphic design. ANNUAL STUDENT JURIED ART AND DESIGN SHOW sponsored by Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman April 3 24 April 24, 4 5:30 p.m., Closing reception and awards ceremony This annual exhibition highlights work by art and design students at Samford. The closing ceremony will serve as the Division of Art and Design awards banquet awarding juror's awards of merit to exhibiting artists as well as academic awards. GRADUATING SENIOR EXHIBITION sponsored by Steve and Debby Heitzke May 7 12 May 12, Reception for graduates following commencement This exhibit features the senior projects of art department graduates in fine arts and graphic design. SAMFORD ART GALLERY Monday Friday, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Swearingen Hall, free admission 6 7 Events are subject to change.

6 Theatre and Dance EMMA TAYLOR THEATRE FOR YOUTH SERIES HOW I BECAME A PIRATE by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman Sept , 7:30 p.m., Oct. 1, 2:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre Sail off on a fantastic musical excursion when a band of comical pirates lands at North Beach looking for an expert digger to join their crew. The whole family will love this swashbuckling adventure! Sept. 28, FirstNight An invitation-only event for Alabama families and children in need. Invitees include Alabama Baptist Children's Homes and Family Ministries, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Birmingham and Lovelady Center. SAMFORD AND SAMFORD'S THE JUNGLE BOOK Feb 15-16, 7:30 p.m., Virginia Samford Theatre, th St. S. Based on Rudyard Kipling's books and adapted by alumna Kendra Ball, this play is a new telling of what it means to grow up. ADDITIONAL EVENTS TEN-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL Dec. 9, 2:30 p.m. Harrison Theatre, free admission ONE ACT FESTIVAL May 5, 2:30 p.m. Harrison Theatre and Bolding Studio, free admission MICHAEL J. AND MARY ANNE FREEMAN THEATRE AND DANCE SERIES TRUE WEST BY SAM SHEPARD Nov. 2, 4, 10, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12, 2:30 p.m., Bolding Studio This Tony-nominated masterpiece is a modern American classic, exploring themes of sibling rivalry, art as commerce and what it means to "be a man." Like a runaway train, this dark comedy about two brothers and their mutual resentment takes audiences on a thrill ride into the dark side of the human psyche, with laughs and unexpected moments of revelation along the way. CRIMES OF THE HEART BY BETH HENLEY Nov. 3, 9, 11, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, 2:30 p.m., Bolding Studio Winner of the 1981 Pulitzer Prize, Crimes of the Heart is a warm-hearted, irreverent and hilarious Southern Gothic drama that tells the story of three young Mississippi sisters each betrayed by their passions. With humanity and humor, this play tells the story of the Magrath family collectively dealing with their past and coming to terms with their individuality. MUSICAL THEATRE CABARET Feb. 2 3, 7:30 p.m., Bolding Studio An evening of music, dance and theatre entertainment. DANCE CONCERT Feb , 7:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre Samford University s dance company will present new works and favorites from our repertoire in the annual spring dance concert. CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE BY BERTOLT BRECHT March 22-24, 7:30 p.m., March 25, 2:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre Set against a backdrop of conflict and turmoil, Bertolt Brecht s thrilling and revolutionary play follows a young girl who makes the biggest decision of her life to take a child and run, or leave him behind to face the fury of a civil war. Based on a Chinese parable, Brecht s masterwork about the conflict between law and justice asks profound questions about who is right and wrong in complex situations. CHILDREN OF EDEN April 26-28, 7:30 p.m., April 29, 2:30 p.m. Wright Center This musical theatre extravaganza stars David Phelps and a cast of students, professionals and area children. Based on the story of Genesis, from musical theatre greats Stephen Schwartz and John Caird comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith. Adam, Eve, Noah and the Father who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. 8 9 $5 children $10 student $20 reserved

7 Music PERFORMANCES FACULTY GALA sponsored by Patty McDonald Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall FACULTY RECITAL: BRAD DIAMOND, TENOR Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall FACULTY RECITAL: DEMONDRAE THURMAN, EUPHONIUM Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall FACULTY RECITAL: KRISTIN KENNING, SOPRANO Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall FACULTY PERFORMANCES SAMFORD STRING QUARTET endowed by the Wilton H. Bunch Family Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall FACULTY RECITAL: BRIAN VILIUNAS, CLARINET March 6, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall FACULTY RECITAL: KATHRYN FOUSE, PIANO sponsored by Howard and Ann Holt March 27, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall DR. CHANDLER AND JANE PARIS SMITH OPERA SERIES HANSEL AND GRETEL BY ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3, 2:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre A favorite Christmas opera based on the Grimm brothers' classic story of two hungry children lost in an enchanted forest who are lured to a mouthwatering candy house where they must outwit a crafty witch! A touching show with familiar melodies, full orchestra, beautiful costumes and a stunning set designed by artist Eric Olson. $10 student, $20 general admission OPERA WORKSHOP April 13-14, 7:30 p.m. Bolding Studio, free admission 10 11

8 move widsom to this page (trumpet player) with the word ENGAGE. Move singer to the end. Student PERFORMANCES JAZZ BAND Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall WIND ENSEMBLE Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall BELLS OF BUCHANAN AND JAZZ BAND CONCERT Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall HONOR BAND CONCERT Jan. 13, 2:30 p.m., Wright Center DIVISION OF MUSIC HONORS RECITAL sponsored by Patty McDonald April 5, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall JAZZ BAND April 10, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall WIND ENSEMBLE April 12, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall CHAMBER ENSEMBLE April 19, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall PATTY McDONALD ORCHESTRA SERIES SAMFORD ORCHESTRA Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall April 17, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall STEVEN AND GENA VINYARD CHORAL SERIES UNIVERSITY CHORALE AND A CAPPELLA CHOIR sponsored by Vestavia "Mafia" Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall CHORAL VESPERS: LESSONS AND CAROLS Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m., Hodges Chapel BELLS OF BUCHANAN AND A CAPPELLA CHOIR May 1, 7:30 p.m. Brock Recital Hall GUEST ARTISTS TAMI LEE HUGHES, VIOLIN AND BYRON SEAN, PIANO sponsored by Howard and Ann Holt Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m. Brock Recital Hall The Legacy Show is a multimedia concert of music by African American composers. MARCHING BULLDOGS Our Marching Bulldogs will perform at all home football games in Seibert Stadium Aug. 31 Sept. 7 Sept. 30 Oct. 28 Nov. 11 Nov. 18 Our Pep Band will entertain at many of our home basketball games. ACADEMY OF THE ARTS ACADEMY OF THE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP RECITAL Sept. 17, 2 p.m., Brock Recital Hall PREP STARS May 5, 10 a.m., Brock Recital Hall 12 13

9 Music Worship AND CHORAL VESPERS Inspired by the ancient practice of monastic prayer, the Samford Choral Vespers Series is led by the A Cappella Choir. A CAPPELLA CHOIR Sept. 29, 5:30 p.m. Choral Vespers: Family Weekend Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m. Choral Vespers Nov. 10, 5:30 p.m. Choral Vespers: Homecoming Weekend Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m. Choral Vespers: Lessons and Carols Feb. 23, 5:30 p.m. Choral Vespers March 30, 12 p.m. Choral Vespers: Good Friday April 27, 5:30 p.m. Choral Vespers WORSHIP EXCHANGE Celebrating its fifth year, anima: the Center for Worship and the Arts sponsors the Samford University Worship Exchange each semester, which features guest artists and lecturers on the Samford campus as well as the greater Birmingham area. anima is made possible through the generous support of C.I.O.S. Foundation Inc., Lilly Endowment and Bobby and Lynda Little. Ragan Courtney and Cynthia Clawson Sept. 5, 10 a.m., Brock Recital Hall 11:30 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room* An Evening of Worship with Ragan Courtney and Cynthia Clawson Sept. 6, 6 p.m. First Baptist Church, 2209 Lakeshore Dr. Sandra Van Opstal Sept. 12, 10 a.m., Wright Center 11:30 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room* Between the Shadow and the Light: An Exhibition Out of South Africa Sept. 19, 6 p.m., Artists panel discussion, Bolding Studio 7:15 p.m., Reception, Art Gallery Singing with Heaven! The Annual Samford Hymn Sing Oct. 1, 2 p.m., First Baptist Church, 2209 Lakeshore Dr. Composer Robert Sirota Residency Oct Zac Hicks Feb. 20, 10 a.m., Brock Recital Hall 11:30 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room* David Phelps, Tenor April 24, 10 a.m., Wright Center 11:30 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room* WAE // WORSHIP ARTS ENSEMBLE celebrates the inaugural year of WAE [pronounced way ]. WAE is a versatile ensemble that performs worship arts of different styles and traditions in service to the church. Fall Concert Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Spring Concert April 3, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall ANIMATE June 25-29, 2018 Animate is a five-day summer program in worship leadership for teenagers and their adult mentors. It is sponsored by anima: the Center for Worship and the Arts on the Samford campus each summer. *$10/person, anima@samford.edu for reservation 14 15

10 Birmingham ARTS AT SAMFORD ALABAMA BALLET , alabamaballet.org George Balanchine s The Nutcracker Dec. 8-10, ALABAMA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA , alabamasymphony.org Concertmaster and Friends Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Harry Potter in Concert Oct. 20, 7 p.m., Wright Center Tribute to Marvin Hamlisch Nov. 10, 8 p.m., Wright Center Christmas with Act of Congress Dec. 1, 7 p.m., Wright Center BIRMINGHAM ART MUSIC ALLIANCE artmusic.org Birmingham New Music Festival featuring the BAMA Players Oct. 15, 2:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall BIRMINGHAM BOYS CHOIR , birminghamboyschoir.com Concert Sept. 10, 4 p.m., Brock Recital Hall BIRMINGHAM CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY , birminghamchambermusicsociety.org American Chamber Players Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall OPERA BIRMINGHAM , operabirmingham.org Catch a Rising Star Oct. 29, 2:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Sounds of the Season Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Romeo and Juliet March 23, 7:30 p.m., Wright Center March 25, 2:30 p.m., Wright Center SUPERJAZZ , superjazzbirmingham.wordpress.com Performances Sept. 24, Dec. 3, Feb. 25, May 6 3 p.m., Brock Recital Hall We are the Champions Jan. 20, 8 p.m., Wright Center Birmingham Does Broadway Feb. 17, 8 p.m., Wright Center BIRMINGHAM MUSIC CLUB birminghammusicclub.org Maestro Goes Around the World Oct. 10, 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Wright Center 16 17

11 LESLIE S. WRIGHT FINE ARTS CENTER The 2,500-seat Wright Center is a classic proscenium theatre, built over two levels but designed so that no seat is more than 150 feet from the stage. It features state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems to support world-class performances. Recent additions include HD projector and screen, rigging, concessions, and overall painting and lobby refurbishment. 2. BROCK RECITAL HALL This beautiful performance hall seats 300 and is home to the Davis Architects Guest Artist Series, the Alabama Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster and Friends Series, the Birmingham Chamber Music Society, and numerous faculty and student performances throughout the year. With adjustable acoustics, the hall is ideal for ensemble concerts, one-act operas and theatre productions. 3. HARRISON THEATRE Steeped in over 40 years of theatre history at Samford, Harrison Theatre is a 288-seat proscenium-thrust design with a 33-foot revolve. It hosts student productions of dance, opera and theatre, and is home to the Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series, and the Dr. Chandler and Jane Paris Smith Opera Series. 4. BOLDING STUDIO Bolding Studio, a versatile 150-seat space, is used for music recitals, musical theatre revues and theatre productions. 5. SAMFORD ART GALLERY The gallery is home to exhibits throughout the year featuring works of students, faculty and guest artists. Located in Swearingen Hall, the gallery is open Monday Friday, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. and is free to the public. 6. ART LOFTS The newly opened Art Lofts is an expansive and modern educational space for visual arts faculty and students in sculpture, ceramics, painting, design and drawing. The open and bright interior features an atrium connecting two levels of classrooms, small studios, large workrooms and office space. 7. INTERIOR DESIGN SUITE Interior architecture students have a new 3,500-square-foot creative studio that includes offices, a design studio, project review area and conference space. This suite allows interaction and mentoring among students. 8. DANCE STUDIOS Two new studios are now available to the Samford Dance Company in Seibert Hall. These first on-campus dance studios make the dance program even more accessible to all students. The rehearsal studios are named in memory of former Samford student and adjunct choreographer Julie Averett Phillips

12 SEPTEMBER 2017 Between the Shadow and the Light: An Exhibition Out of South Africa Sept. 4-Oct. 3 Sept. 12, 5:30-7 p.m., Reception Sept. 19, 6 p.m., Artists panel discussion, Bolding Studio 7:15 p.m., Reception, Art Gallery in partnership with anima: the Center for Worship and the Arts Ragan Courtney and Cynthia Clawson Sept. 5, 10 a.m., Brock Recital Hall 11:30 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room An Evening of Worship with Ragan Courtney and Cynthia Clawson Sept. 6, 6 p.m., First Baptist Church 2209 Lakeshore Dr. Gaither Vocal Band Sept. 8, 7 p.m., Wright Center Sandra Van Opstal Sept. 12, 10 a.m., Wright Center 11:30 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room Faculty Gala sponsored by Patty McDonald Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Academy of the Arts Scholarship Recital Sept. 17, 2 p.m., Brock Recital Hall CALENDAR Emma Taylor Theatre for Youth Series presents How I Became a Pirate Sept. 28, FirstNight (invitation only) Sept , 7:30 p.m., Oct. 1, 2:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre Three on a String Sept. 28, 7 p.m., Wright Center A Cappella Choir Choral Vespers: Family Weekend Sept. 29, 5:30 p.m., Hodges Chapel OCTOBER 2017 Singing with Heaven! The Annual Samford Hymn Sing Oct. 1, 2 p.m., First Baptist Church 2209 Lakeshore Dr. Patty McDonald Orchestra Series presents Samford Orchestra Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Davis Architects Guest Artist Series presents Vadym Kholodenko in conjunction with the Fletcher and Nell Morris Piano Competition Oct. 5, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall The Art of Illustration: An Exhibition by Rob McClurkan Oct. 16 Nov. 11, Nov. 9, 4 5:30 p.m., Closing reception, Art Gallery Steven and Gena Vinyard Choral Series presents University Chorale and A Cappella Choir sponsored by Vestavia "Mafia" Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Harry Potter in Concert copresented with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra Oct. 20, 7 p.m., Wright Center Samford Jazz Band Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Robert Sirota Residency Oct A Cappella Choir Choral Vespers Oct. 27, 5:30 p.m., Hodges Chapel NOVEMBER 2017 Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series presents True West Nov. 2, 4, 10, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12, 2:30 p.m., Bolding Studio Ashley Campbell Nov. 3, 7 p.m., Wright Center Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series presents Crimes of the Heart Nov. 3, 9, 11, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, 2:30 p.m., Bolding Studio JANUARY 2018 Honor Band Concert Jan. 13, 2:30 p.m., Wright Center From Sketch to Stage: A Retrospective of Theatre Design by Eric Olson Jan. 22 Feb. 21, Feb. 1, 4 5:30 p.m., Designer s reception, Art Gallery Faculty Recital: Demondrae Thurman, Euphonium Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Hard Travelin with Woody written and performed by Randy Noojin Jan. 25, 7 p.m., Wright Center FEBRUARY 2018 Davis Architects Guest Artist Series presents Jamie Barton sponsored by Dr. Chandler and Jane Paris Smith and copresented with Birmingham Chamber Music Society and Opera Birmingham Feb. 2, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series presents Musical Theatre Cabaret Feb. 2 3, 7:30 p.m., Bolding Studio Faculty Recital: Kristin Kenning, Soprano Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m. Brock Recital Hall CALENDAR Zac Hicks Feb. 20, 10 a.m., Brock Recital Hall 11:30 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room Davis Architects Guest Artist Series presents Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center copresented with Birmingham Chamber Music Society Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall A Cappella Choir Choral Vespers Feb. 23, 5:30 p.m., Hodges Chapel Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series presents Dance Concert Feb , 7:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre Patty McDonald Orchestra Series presents Samford Orchestra Feb. 27, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Faculty Recital: Brad Diamond, Tenor Guest Artists Tami Lee Hughes Graduating Senior Exhibition Samford String Quartet Sept. 19, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall and Byron Sean Dec , Dec. 16, Reception for endowed by the Wilton H. Bunch Family sponsored by Howard and Ann Holt Samford Wind Ensemble graduates following commencement, Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Art Gallery A Cappella Choir Choral Vespers: Homecoming Weekend Nov. 10, 5:30 p.m., Hodges Chapel Patty McDonald Orchestra Series presents Samford Orchestra Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Worship Arts Ensemble Fall Concert Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Dr. Chandler and Jane Paris Smith Opera Series presents Hansel and Gretel Nov. 30-Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 3, 2:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre DECEMBER 2017 Christmas with Act of Congress copresented with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra Dec. 1, 7 p.m., Wright Center Bells of Buchanan and Jazz Band Concert Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Steven and Gena Vinyard Choral Series presents A Cappella Choir Choral Vespers: Lessons and Carols Dec. 7, 5:30 p.m., Hodges Chapel Ten-Minute Play Festival Dec. 9, 2:30 p.m. Harrison Theatre MARCH 2018 Faculty Recital: Brian Viliunas, Clarinet March 6, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Davis Architects Guest Artist Series presents Sō Percussion copresented with Birmingham Chamber Music Society March 20, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series presents Caucasian Chalk Circle March 22-24, 7:30 p.m., March 25, 2:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre Faculty Recital: Kathryn Fouse, Piano sponsored by Howard and Ann Holt March 27, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall A Cappella Choir Choral Vespers: Good Friday March 30, 12 p.m., Hodges Chapel APRIL 2018 Worship Arts Ensemble Spring Concert April 3, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Annual Student Juried Art and Design Show sponsored by Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman April 3 24, April 24, 4 5:30 p.m., Closing reception and awards ceremony, Art Gallery Sozo Children s Choir April 5, 7 p.m., Wright Center Division of Music Honors Recital sponsored by Patty McDonald April 5, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Samford Jazz Band April 10, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Samford Wind Ensemble April 12, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Dr. Chandler and Jane Paris Smith Opera Series presents Opera Workshop April 13-14, 7:30 p.m., Bolding Studio Patty McDonald Orchestra Series presents Samford Orchestra April 17, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Chamber Ensemble April 19, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall David Phelps, Tenor April 24, 10 a.m., Wright Center 11 a.m., Lunch, Howard Room Michael J. and Mary Anne Freeman Theatre and Dance Series presents Children of Eden April 26-28, 7:30 p.m., April 29, 2:30 p.m., Wright Center A Cappella Choir Choral Vespers April 27, 5:30 p.m., Hodges Chapel MAY 2018 Steven and Gena Vinyard Choral Series presents Bells of Buchanan and A Cappella Choir May 1, 7:30 p.m., Brock Recital Hall Academy of the Arts Prep Stars May 5, 10 a.m., Brock Recital Hall One Act Festival May 5, 2:30 p.m., Harrison Theatre and Bolding Studio Graduating Senior Exhibition sponsored by Steve and Debby Heitzke May 7 12, May 12, Reception for graduates following commencement, Art Gallery

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