Each morning, members of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra will introduce you to a foundational concept of American music, from blues to Afro–Cuban traditions and more, and guide you through deep listening to these ideas. JLCO bassist Carlos Henriquez guides you through the history of Afro–Latin musical traditions, showing you their crucial history, guiding...
A third-generation warrior for civil and human rights, The Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, III, has built his ministry on community advancement and racial and social justice activism. As Senior Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, Ill., since 2008, Dr. Moss routinely preaches and practices a Black theology that unapologetically calls attention to...
In his role as president and CEO, Paul Siefken ensures that Fred Rogers Productions (FRP) presents the very best in educational children’s media on broadcast and digital platforms — and beyond. Under his direction, the company has experienced tremendous growth, earning a national reputation for both innovation and storytelling. Siefken has assembled a world-class, mission-driven...
Play CHQ is stepping back in time to celebrate Chautauqua's 150th Anniversary. Join us for a session of Victorian style play with traditional games, toys, and activities! 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...
Theater Chats (formerly known as Brown Bags) On selected Thursdays at 12:15 p.m., bring lunch to Smith Wilkes Hall and join special guests, including actors, designers, playwrights and more, for a look at our upcoming productions and discussions on the craft of theater-making. Free and open to the public.
Leader: Dhara Kowal (Japanese Zen Buddhism)
Don't have a partner? One will be provided. Game managed by Shelley Dahlie. $10/person.
Miller Cottage Tours: Join Clara Miller for a 30-minute tour of the first floor of the historic Miller-Edison Cottage. The cottage was built in 1875 for the co-founder and first president of the Institution, Lewis Miller, an inventor and businessman from Akron, Ohio. President Ulysses S. Grant visited the property that year. Miller’s daughter, Mina,...
Ken Chitwood is a religion scholar, journalist, and public theologian based between Germany and the U.S. As a scholar, he primarily writes about Muslim communities in the Americas, interreligious engagement, ethnography, humanitarianism, and philanthropy, as well as manifestations of religion-beyond-religion in a global and digital age. His first book, The Muslims of Latin America and...
We are excited to invite you to CVA Open Studios, occurring prior to the Resident Group Exhibition opening. Celebrate the work our resident artists have created during their time at Chautauqua Visual Arts as they display work in their studios. This event is free and open to the public.
The Light and The Dark The Life and Times of Artemisia Gentileschi By Kate Hamill Directed by Jade King Carroll Previews: Aug. 10–14 Performance Dates: Aug. 15–23 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...
We are excited to invite you to celebrate our resident artists at the CVA Resident Group Exhibition! Join us to see the work our residents have created during their time at Chautauqua Visual Arts. This event is free and open to the public.
Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle Presentation — Dances: A Novel, by Nicole Cuffy At 22 years old, Cece Cordell reaches the pinnacle of her career as a ballet dancer when she’s promoted to principal at the New York City Ballet. She’s instantly catapulted into celebrity, heralded for her “inspirational” role as the first Black ballerina...
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