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The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) is welcomed back to the Spa Little Theater for its summer residency from June 16-August 18. Part of its year-round presence in Saratoga Springs, the six-concert series is under the direction of Wu Han and David Finkel and features numerous guest artists.
Shakespeare & Company presents A Body of Water by Lee Blessing, directed by James Warwick, June 21 through July 21 outdoors at the Roman Garden Theatre. Moss and Avis, a sophisticated and successful couple, wake up one morning in an isolated summer house high above a picturesque body of water. The weather’s fine; the view’s magnificent. There’s only one problem — neither of them can remember who they are. When a young woman named Wren arrives, information starts to flood in. But will it help? Her explanations seem only to make Moss and Avis’ world — as well as ours —
Join us for our second conversation in our Reflections on Democracy series as we explore the topic of Philanthropy. On July 11th, The Du Bois Freedom Center will welcome Dr. Marvin Carr, Chair of the Council on Foundations and Director of The Center for Racial Equity at Walmart, who will be in conversation with our Visiting Scholar on Democracy, The Honorable Michael Blake. This program is free, open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. Advance registration required by June 28th.
Join us for our second conversation in our Reflections on Democracy series as we explore the topic of Philanthropy. On July 11th, The Du Bois Freedom Center will welcome Dr. Marvin Carr, Chair of the Council on Foundations and Director of The Center for Racial Equity at Walmart, who will be in conversation with our Visiting Scholar on Democracy, The Honorable Michael Blake. This program is free, open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. Advance registration required by June 28th.
Join us the second Thursday of each month at 7PM for our 'Song Swap' This event occurs every 2nd Thursday of the month and is a gathering for music enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you're a songwriter sharing your own compositions or a music lover bringing your favorite tunes, we welcome your contributions. If you prefer to simply enjoy the music, that's great too! Come and be part of our supportive and creative community. Pro tip - Come early and hang out and enjoy some delicious food from the Store.
Yidstock: The Festival of New Yiddish Music returns to the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, MA! Join us on Thursday, July 11 at 7:30 p.m. ET for our opening concert, The Klezmatics, the internationally acclaimed, Grammy Award-winning modern klezmer outfit. Blending instrumental and vocal virtuosity and experimentation with theatricality firmly rooted in klezmer and Yiddish tradition, The Klezmatics brought the revival of klezmer into the rock era. The Klezmatics are Lorin Sklamberg, vocals, piano, and guitar; Matt Darriau, clarinet, saxophone, and recorders; Lisa Gutkin, violin; Paul Morrisett, bass and tsimbl; and Richie Barshay, drums. The Ruth Woolfe Memorial Concert About Yidstock: Now in its twelfth year,