Each Friday at 12:15 p.m. on the Porch of the Literary Arts Center at Alumni Hall, the Chautauqua Community Poem, curated by Kwame Alexander from entries by our fellow Chautauquans, will be shared and spotlight reader from each of the Chautauqua Writers' Center workshops will share their work, introduced by each week's Writers' Center Faculty....
Jumu'ah introduction for visitors is at 12:30 PM. Jumu'ah Service is at 1:05 PM
Robert P. Jones is the president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). He is the author of The New York Times bestselling book, The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future. Jones writes regularly on politics, culture, and religion for The Atlantic, TIME, Religion News Service, and other outlets....
Join us for an operalogue to learn more about the music, with performances by young artists.
Week 1 | F | Alumni Hall Ballroom| Ages 14+Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle authors Victoria Christopher Murray and Marie Benedict deepen their engagement with the Chautauqua community first in conversation with an Institution program leader followed by an extended audience Q-and-A.
Week 1 | M, W, F | Turner 205 | Ages 10+ Three separate classes, please choose Monday, Wednesday or FridayThis chocolate talk (with substantial samples!) is sure to be the perfect afternoon treat given the Week One theme exploring the U.S. Presidency.
Week 1 | F | Norton Hall | Ages 14+ Chautauqua Lecture Series speaker David French deepens his engagement with the Chautauqua community in an extended audience-driven Q-and-A format.
A trio of chamber operas performed on the lawn of the Athenaeum Hotel, including two world premieres from The Summer Place, a new opera inspired by oral histories and true accounts of life at Chautauqua Institution across the decades. Conceived to be performed outdoors on the grounds of Chautauqua, The Summer Place is a fitting...
By C.A. Johnson Dramaturgy by Otis Ramsey-Zoe When five individuals unite in their weekly support group, they forge a sanctuary of care and companionship despite the apocalypse currently plaguing their world. Characterized by discussions of illness and mortality, grandiose philosophical speeches, spirited swearing, and the undeniable physical urge for human connection and family, Tell Me...
For more than six decades, The Beach Boys’ music has been an indelible part of American history. Their brilliant harmonies conveyed simple truths through sophisticated, pioneering musical arrangements. The Beach Boys transcended their music and have come to represent Californian culture. They provided fans around the world with a passport to experience love, youthful exuberance,...
Centering Prayer
Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | Sat | Smith Memorial Library Classroom | Ages 15+The short story, a 180-year-old genre, has works of great power and resonance. Students read a different short story for each week.
Kiddush to follow at 12:15pm
Edward Humes is a journalist and author of 17 nonfiction books, the latest of which is Total Garbage: How We Can Fix Our Waste and Heal Our World. In a presentation titled “Want to Save the World? Start By Being Less Trashy!,” Humes will discuss how fixing our waste not only helps save the world,...
By C.A. Johnson Dramaturgy by Otis Ramsey-Zoe When five individuals unite in their weekly support group, they forge a sanctuary of care and companionship despite the apocalypse currently plaguing their world. Characterized by discussions of illness and mortality, grandiose philosophical speeches, spirited swearing, and the undeniable physical urge for human connection and family, Tell Me...
The Bayberry String Quartet is making waves in the concert scene, with recent performances at prestigious venues like Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society's CMS Kids and new concert series in Pelham, New York. In just their sixth season, they've already enjoyed residencies across the country and have pioneered innovative virtual chamber music approaches, impacting musicians...
Rossen Milanov, conductor Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus Adam Luebke, music director Oznur Tuluoglu, soprano Ronnita Miller, mezzo-soprano Dennis Shuman, tenor Seoyong Lee, baritone The Chautuauqua Symphony Orchestra commemorates Chautauqua's sesquicentenniel in a program that evokes the best in human values. The CSO's frequent collaborator, the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, under the direction of Adam Luebke, joins the...
CTC’s favorite late-night talent showcase is back by popular demand! An evening of sketches and songs featuring the extraordinary talents of our 2024 conservatory.
Discover the Beauty and Charm of Chautauqua Every Sunday! Experience the serene beauty and cultural richness of Chautauqua at no cost on Free Sundays! This is the perfect opportunity for families, friends, and solo adventurers to explore everything Chautauqua Institution has to offer. Parking is free until 2 p.m., every Sunday. Avoid the lines by...
Episcopal Holy Eucharist
United Church of Christ Worship Service
Unitarian Universalist Service
Weekly Sunday School Program for Ages 3-11. Children of all faiths and no faith are welcome.
Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi was elected to the episcopacy in 2016. She serves as the resident bishop of the Pittsburgh Episcopal Area and one of the assigned bishop of the Harrisburg Episcopal Area. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Loyola College in Maryland, and a Masters of Arts and advanced certification in...
Play CHQ invites families to explore together through games, crafts, STEM activities and more throughout the 2024 season. You can join the fun at pop-up locations across the grounds!
Children's School is open for free play! We would like to extend a special invitation to our families with children under 2 years old for this special afternoon play session but welcome all to join! Children are required to be accompanied by an adult or caregiver (16+) for this event. On Sundays from 1-2 p.m.,...
150th Anniversary StoryCorps Archive: The Cohen Multimedia Studio is available for recording your StoryCorps conversation for inclusion in Chautauqua's 150th Anniversary Archive. Book your recording time online here. Available times will be highlighted on each day’s schedule with a white box. Each recording session is designed for two people to be in conversation. Think of...
By C.A. Johnson Dramaturgy by Otis Ramsey-Zoe When five individuals unite in their weekly support group, they forge a sanctuary of care and companionship despite the apocalypse currently plaguing their world. Characterized by discussions of illness and mortality, grandiose philosophical speeches, spirited swearing, and the undeniable physical urge for human connection and family, Tell Me...
Chipper Lowell, a two-time "Comedy Magician of the Year," remains a beloved favorite among audiences of all ages, captivating theater-goers with his unique blend of uproarious comedy and mind-boggling magic for over 25 years. With multiple appearances on esteemed platforms like THE TONIGHT SHOW and THE DISNEY CHANNEL, as well as numerous accolades including the...
Chautauqua Writers' Center Faculty Reading – Week Two Resident Faculty LILLIAN-YVONNE BERTRAM is an African American writer, poet, artist, and educator who works at the intersection of computation, AI, race, and gender. They are the author of Travesty Generator (Noemi Press), a book of computational poetry that received the Poetry Society of America’s 2020 Anna...
Kriss Miller
The Last Ranger: A film about protecting Rhinos in South Africa. Discussion and Q&A with the filmmaker and the head of the Global Conservation Force will follow.
"A Journey Through the Holy Land in the times of Jesus"
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