Spectrum Arts
& Lecture Series
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The Spectrum Arts & Lecture Series at Ashland University is a collection of events offering students, faculty, staff, as well as the community, unique experiences. The well-known speakers and artists expand the knowledge of attending audiences. Each year, the Spectrum Series consists of a family-oriented program, homecoming comedian, lecture and theatre or musical performance. |
RECYCLED PERCUSSION
Friday, September 28, 2007
8 pm, Hugo Young Theatre
Remarkable hard-rock drumming led by the world's "fastest extreme drummer" Justin Spencer, and intoxicating hip-hop funk grooves spun by turntablist "DJ Pharaoh" create music that is sophisticated and technical in construction, mesmerizing in execution, and a fist-pumping thrill to experience. Audiences of all ages and musical tastes will love this performance - don't miss it!
$1 AU Students w/ID
$8 Faculty/Staff/Alumni/Seminary/Public/Other |
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HOMECOMING COMEDIAN: JOSH BLUE
Friday, October 12, 2007
7 pm & 9 pm, Redwood Hall
Since winning Season 4 of NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Josh Blue has emerged as one of the hottest comedians in the country. Josh uses his incredible sense of humor and likeability to defy stereotypes and encourage others to overcome their preconceived notions about disabilities.
$5 AU Students w/ID
$15 Faculty/Staff/Alumni/Seminary/Public/Other
$1 of every ticket sold will benefit the Ashland County Board of MRDD |
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ASHLAND REGIONAL BALLET featuring a guest performance by SYLVIA MCNAIR
Saturday, March 29, 2008
7:30 pm, HYT
When Sylvia McNair witnessed Robert Wesner in a solo dance performance, she expressed the desire to participate with him in a trio of voice, piano and dance of Broadway melodies - Gershwin, Arlen, Rodgers and Sondheim, a repertoire they love. This collaboration will prove to be an unforgettable evening.
Sylvia McNair is one of the world's leading singers with 2 Grammy Awards, over 70 recordings and worldwide accolades. She has performed with almost every major American and Eurpoean Orchestra and Opera Company and worked with the world's most prominent conductors. A native of Mansfield, Ohio, Sylvia has received honorary doctorates from Westminster College, Indiana University, and the Ohio Governor's Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Arts and Entertainment. Sylvia McNair has an enviable talent and is a musical treasure.
Ted Taylor, New York pianist and conductor will accompany Sylvia for the evening. As a pianist for some of the world's most talented vocalists, Ted's piano skills and musicianship are memorable.
Robert Wesner is a well-known and respected young dancer nurtured by the dedicated and talented Hellie Schussler, Director of the Ashland Regional Ballet. Robert has an fantastic reputation as an artist and choreographer in many areas of the United States dance world. We are fortunate to witness his remarkable gifts. He will choreograph and dance, along with members of the Ashland Regional Ballet, the eveningsBroadway selections. |
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$1 AU Students w/ID
$15 Faculty/Staff/Alumni/Seminary/Public/Other
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To purchase tickets for any Spectrum Series program, please call the Ashland University Box Office (beginning September 4) at 419-289-5125, Monday through Friday between the hours of Noon - 6 pm.
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