One of America’s best-loved political couples, Mary Matalin and “Ragin’ Cajun” James Carville open the 2025 Summer Assembly at Chautauqua Institution, taking the Amphitheater stage for a conversation exploring themes...
Grammy-winning guitarist Sharon Isbin joins forces with the renowned Pacifica Quartet for a spellbinding collaboration. Known for her virtuosic technique and expressive artistry, Isbin brings a fresh perspective to classical...
Jenan Mohajir is an educator, a storyteller, a mother, and a believer in building relationships across the lines that separate us. Jenan currently serves as Vice President of External Affairs...
The extraordinary Alexander Gavrylyuk serves as Artist in Residence for Chautauqua Institution. His international career has included appearances with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert...
Sian Leah Beilock is the 19th president of Dartmouth, and the first woman in the role in Dartmouth’s 255-year history. In her first year, she has positioned Dartmouth as a...
Play CHQ invites families Tie Dye apparel and wearables throughout the 2025 season. Apparel and wearables very in price.
Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle Presentation — King: A Life by Jonathan Eig Vividly written and exhaustively researched, Jonathan Eig’s King: A Life is the first major biography in decades...
Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. To date, her albums have garnered two GRAMMY® Awards,...
Early film pitches for Pixar’s Academy Award-winning “Inside Out” named comedian Lewis Black to illustrate how an iconic voice like that belonging to the “King of the Rant” could bring...
Emilie M. Townes, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Professor of Religion and Black Studies at Boston University School of Theology, is an American Baptist clergywoman, and a native of Durham,...
Comprised of top-tier students from conservatories and universities in the U.S. and abroad, Music School Festival Orchestra members participate in a variety of musical activities during their summers at Chautauqua...
Stunningly virtuosic and internationally recognized pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk joins the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra in this beloved annual event. Currently serving as Artist-in-Residence for Chautauqua Institution, Mr. Gavrylyuk is a First...
Lewis Black brings his trademark blend of blistering humor and sharp commentary to Chautauqua with his one-of-a-kind show The Rant Is Due. The show where you, the audience, get to...
Meet the 2025 Chautauqua Opera Company Young Artists in Norton Hall! Join us and hear their voices here first!
Stuart Chafetz, conductor Capathia Jenkins, vocalist Celebrate Independence Day in style with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra's July 4th concert, featuring the dynamic leadership of Principal Pops Conductor Stuart Chafetz and...
Rossen Milanov, conductor Denyce Graves, mezzo-soprano Recognized as "an operatic superstar of the 21st century" by USA Today, mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves’ career has garnered unparalleled popular and critical acclaim. The...
Grammy-nominated wind quintet Imani Winds is celebrated for vibrant performances and adventurous repertoire. With a mission to champion diversity in classical music, they perform works from a wide range of...
Comprised of top-tier students from conservatories and universities in the U.S. and abroad, Music School Festival Orchestra members participate in a variety of musical activities during their summers at Chautauqua...