Enyeribe Ibegwam Wins Fourth Annual Chautauqua Janus Prize
Author Will Give Online Lecture and Reading as Part of Chautauqua Institution Summer Assembly Chautauqua Institution is delighted to announce “After School Hours” by Enyeribe Ibegwam as the 2021 winner of the Chautauqua Janus Prize. As the author selected from nine finalists by judge Rion Amilcar Scott, Ibegwam receives $5,000 and will present a public lecture and reading at a celebratory event at 3:30 p.m. EDT Friday, July 30, as part of the online portion of Chautauqua Institution’s 2021 Summer Assembly. Raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Ibegwam...
2010 Summer Season Press Release
...in concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of JoAnn Faletta at Artpark. “This exchange presents an unparalleled opportunity for us to showcase for Buffalo audiences the quality arts programming that is happening at CHQ,” says General Manager Robert Chelimsky. “And, though the script will remain the same, it will be exciting to see how the change of venue and orchestral collaborators will create a new version of Amadeus.” In what has become...
Plan Your Day Trip
Plan Your Day Trip! There is a place with picturesque gardens, breathtakingly beautiful architecture, thought-provoking lectures, and powerful performances. Where friends and families are invited to live, learn, and laugh on the shores of Chautauqua Lake. So, take the day to rest, recharge and reconnect. This unforgettable experience can be found in only one place — Chautauqua Institution. Plaza Cam Events Plan Your Visit Maps FAQs Things to Do Discover CHQ Attend a Concert New...
Washed Ashore Project in Residence at Chautauqua Institution
...conversations throughout the summer about solving the global plastics crisis.” To view this exhibit, admission to the grounds is free prior to and after the Summer Assembly (June 24–August 27), as well as on Sundays during the Assembly period, on July 20 for Chautauqua County residents (Chautauqua County Day) and on August 8 for Buffalo area residents (Buffalo Day). Partial-day and multi-day gate passes for other days during the Summer Assembly may be purchased online...
Chautauqua Institution Announces Naming of Climate Change Initiative Directorship
...world. Mixing art and science, the exhibit aims to promote awareness of plastic’s environmental impact and encourage plastics reduction and recycling. Admission to the grounds is free outside of the Summer Assembly (June 24 – August 27), as well as on Sundays during the Assembly period, on July 20 for Chautauqua County residents (Chautauqua County Day) and on August 8 for Buffalo area residents (Buffalo Day). Partial-day and multi-day gate passes for other days during...
CHQ Mystic Heart Meditation Program
...We offer a full schedule of meditation practice sessions and classes throughout the Chautauqua summer season. In 2024, we will offer: Morning sessions (Monday–Saturday) that allow participants to practice meditation under the guidance of experienced teachers. Morning sessions (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) Guided moving meditation. Afternoon sessions (Wednesdays) Therapeutic Gong meditation. Afternoon seminars (Tuesdays and Thursdays) that include a meditation practice presented by the guest meditation teacher of the week. Afternoon sessions (Sunday) “Church of...
Rates and Sales Schedule
...$12 daily/$15 concert evenings N/A Saturday Ticket $25 8 a.m.–8 p.m. No Sunday Ticket FREE 7 a.m.–10 p.m. Yes Sunday Main Lot Parking FREE until 2 p.m. $12 after 2 p.m. N/A * Pricing may vary by lecture or performance. **Available Monday through Friday only. The Morning Destination Ticket includes Amphitheater access at 9:15 a.m. Morning Worship. Purchase Tickets Special Studies Classes and Master Series Whatever educational experience you seek, Chautauqua continues to create distinct...
Boys’ and Girls’ Club
Boys’ and Girls’ Club Considered the longest running summer day camp in the United States, Chautauqua Boys’ and Girls’ Club embraces both tradition and the latest trends in youth education and engagement. Field activities, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, nature, crafts, individual and team sports, music and experiences in the arts help youth develop confidence and capabilities, while building lifelong friendships. Boys’ and Girls’ Club will operate from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 2–4 p.m., Monday-Friday. Lunch...
Yue Yin Dance Company
...per person Dinner and Conversation with Yue Yin Dance Company Thursday, May 23 • Athenaeum Hotel Parlor $29: Preview Performance only – Purchase tickets online or at the door day of $69, plus tax: Preview performance and four-course dinner For an additional fee of $69, you can “Dine with a Dancer” and learn more about the FoCo Technique™ and YYDC. Buy Tickets and reserve dinner Reservations for Dinner and Conversation close on Wednesday, May 15...
Instrumental Program
Instrumental Program July 6–August 23, 2024 Weekly orchestra performances (with rotated seating) Robust chamber music program Private lessons All students receive scholarship August 21–22: Performances of Wynton Marsalis’ All Rise with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus Admission decisions and scholarship awards are made by March 1 for the Instrumental Program. We will start to release audition results to applicants by instrument section throughout the month of February. Every applicant will...