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Writers’ Center Community Reading

Alumni Hall Porch Alumni Hall Porch

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....

CHQ Dialogues

Everett Jewish Life Center Everett Jewish Life Center
free

Katherine May

Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

Katherine May is an internationally bestselling author and podcaster living in Whitstable, UK. Her most recent book, Enchantment became an instant New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller. Her internationally bestselling hybrid memoir Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times was adapted as BBC Radio 4’s Book of the Week, and was...

$19.00

Stephen Sanchez with Special Guest Ray Bull

Amphitheater Amphitheater

Stephen Sanchez has materialized at the forefront of popular culture with a sound that’s as timeless as it is necessary for the times. It’s easy to sway into the embrace of his breezy baritone stylings, warm guitar phrasing, and untouchable charisma. His music is also an eternal bright spot illuminated by a belief that the...

$49 – $89

Contemporary Issues Forum: Berwood Yost

Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

Berwood Yost is the director of the Center for Opinion Research and the Floyd Institute for Public Policy at Franklin & Marshall College. He is also the director of the Franklin & Marshall College Poll, which tracks public attitudes toward public policy issues and political campaigns. His scholarship is multidisciplinary and has appeared in journals...

Chautauqua Chamber Music: Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players

Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall

Daniel Spitzer, clarinet Amanda Gates, violin Diane Bruce, violin Carrie Dreyer Fischer, viola Daryl Goldberg, cello Carrie Dreyer Fischer, one of the newest members of the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra, joins long-time CSO members Daniel Spitzer, Amanda Gates, Diane Bruce and Daryl Goldberg in an afternoon of clarinet quintets. This program juxtaposes Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's poignant Clarinet...

Catholic Mass

Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

Catholic Mass

Free

Chautauqua Theater Company presents The Light and The Dark (Preview)

Bratton Theater Bratton Theater

By Kate Hamill Directed by Jade King Carroll Artemisia Gentileschi, a trailblazing artist, was the most successful female painter of the 17th century. Her artistic legacy endures as one of the few Baroque-era female artists, with dozens of paintings exhibited globally alongside Rafael and Caravaggio. Artemisia, characterized by her irreverence and audacity, aspired to attain...

$45 – $55

Houston Ballet with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra

Amphitheater Amphitheater

Rossen Milanov, conductor With over 50 years of rich history, Houston Ballet has evolved into the country’s fourth-largest ballet company and with a global reach, touring in renowned theaters in Dubai, London, Paris, Moscow, Spain, Montréal, Ottawa, Melbourne, New York City, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Tokyo and more. Australian choreographer Stanton Welch AM has served...

$49 – $59

Free Sunday at Chautauqua!

Chautauqua Institution

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...

Free Sunday Event

Episcopal Holy Eucharist

Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good Shepherd

Episcopal Holy Eucharist

Free

Unity Service

Hall of Missions Hall of Missions

Unity Service

Free

Sunday School

Children's School Children's School

Weekly Sunday School Program for Ages 3-11. Children of all faiths and no faith are welcome.

Free Sunday Event

The Reverend Laura Everett

Amphitheater Amphitheater

The Reverend Laura Everett serves as the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Council of Churches, focused on reconfiguring historic institutions for the inclusive, antiracist work of the 21st century.  Ordained by the United Church of Christ, Laura is formed by many parts of the Church. She is a graduate of Harvard Divinity School and Brown...

Free Sunday Event

Play CHQ: Jumbo Games

Bestor Plaza Bestor Plaza

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!

Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket

Catholic Mass

Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

Catholic Mass

Free

Open Play and Location Tours at Children’s School and Group One

Children's School Children's School

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.,...

Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket

StoryCorps Recording (Reservations Required)

Cohen Multimedia Studio

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...

Chautauqua School of Dance: Student Gala II

Amphitheater Amphitheater

Sasha Janes, Director Patricia McBride, Director of Ballet Studies and Master Teacher Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux, Principal Resident Coach Chautauqua School of Dance presents an outstanding mixed repertoire matinee of new and established works featuring the most exceptional young talent in the country. Under the leadership of Sasha Janes, the school continues its long tradition of excellence...

FCWC Open Mic

Alumni Hall Prose Room Alumni Hall Prose Room

Palestine Park Tour

Palestine Park Palestine Park

"A Journey Through the Holy Land in the times of Jesus" (weather permitting)

Free Sunday Event

Chautauqua Theater Company presents The Light and The Dark (Preview)

Bratton Theater Bratton Theater

By Kate Hamill Directed by Jade King Carroll Artemisia Gentileschi, a trailblazing artist, was the most successful female painter of the 17th century. Her artistic legacy endures as one of the few Baroque-era female artists, with dozens of paintings exhibited globally alongside Rafael and Caravaggio. Artemisia, characterized by her irreverence and audacity, aspired to attain...

$55

Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson

Hall of Philosophy Grove

Monte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able to move easily and gracefully while using breathing and stretching techniques to help quiet his mind and prepare him to face each day with purpose...

free

Catholic Mass

Chapel of the Good Shepherd Chapel of the Good Shepherd
Free

The Reverend Laura Everett

Amphitheater Amphitheater

The Reverend Laura Everett serves as the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Council of Churches, focused on reconfiguring historic institutions for the inclusive, antiracist work of the 21st century.  Ordained by the United Church of Christ, Laura is formed by many parts of the Church. She is a graduate of Harvard Divinity School and Brown...

free

Erika Woolsey

Amphitheater Amphitheater

Erika Woolsey is a National Geographic Explorer, visiting scholar at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab, and chief scientist and CEO of The Hydrous, a non-profit dedicated to translating ocean science into public understanding. As a marine biologist, divemaster and virtual reality filmmaker, she loves bringing people to the ocean, in real life as well...

Guided Kayak Eco Tour

Sports Club Sports Club

Enjoy learning more about the lake and water-shed conservation efforts while paddling along during this hour-long guided kayak tour. The tour begins and ends at the Sports Club. The cost is for rental of single or tandem kayak plus $10 per person for the tour guide. Limited spots so please reserve one day before the...

Gopal Patel

Hall of Philosophy Hall of Philosophy

Gopal D. Patel is Co-Founder and Director of FutureFaith, a new faith-based think tank that aims to bring wisdom and insights from faith and spirituality to address global challenges. Born and raised in England, after graduating university, Gopal D. Patel studied at Hindu ashrams in India and England for two years, exploring the teachings of...

$19.00

Play CHQ: Dare to Dream

Timothy's Playground

Celebrate Chautauqua's 150th Anniversary with the Play CHQ team. In this session, you will have the opportunity to build models showing your dreams for Chautauqua's next 150 years. 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...

Free with a valid gate pass or single ticket

Chautauqua Chamber Music: Third Coast Percussion

Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall

Third Coast Percussion, a Grammy-winning percussion quartet and composer collective based in Chicago, has redefined classical music by pushing percussion into new realms of creativity for nearly two decades. With a focus on audience engagement and educational outreach, they've performed worldwide and collaborated with a diverse range of artists, from engineers to dancers. Through extensive...

CVA Lecture Series: Jessica Pinsky

Hultquist 101 Hultquist 101

CVA Lecture Series: Jessica Pinsky - Textile artist and Executive Director of Praxis Fiber Workshop, Cleveland, OH Jessica Pinsky grew up in Akron, Ohio and moved to Cleveland in 2011 after receiving a BFA from New York University in 2006 and an MFA from Boston University in 2009. Her artwork bridges painting, weaving and sculpture...

StoryCorps Recording (Reservations Required)

Cohen Multimedia Studio

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...

Palestine Park Tour

Palestine Park Palestine Park

"A Journey Through the Holy Land in the times of Jesus" (weather permitting)

free

Twisted Pine

Amphitheater Amphitheater

Praised by NPR for their "upbeat, poppy vibe; energetic, driving rhythms; and virtuosic solos,” Twisted Pine released their sophomore full-length Right Now in 2020 (Signature Sounds Recordings). Exploring a sound they call Americana funk, Twisted Pine takes traditional music in exhilarating directions. Bassist Chris Sartori writes, "This album is easier to feel than describe. We’re...

$49 – $59