CSM’s Fine Arts Schedule, 2008/2009

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CSM’s Fine Arts Schedule, 2008/2009

 

CSM Fall Musical Auditions. Sept. 6, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m., Sept. 10, 7-8:30 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The CSM Theatre Company will hold auditions for its fall musical “The Fantasticks.” Prepare a short monologue and song. To reserve an audition time, contact the Box Office or sign up in the FA lobby. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

El Teatro de Danza Contemporanea de El Salvador.  Sept. 27, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. Choreographer/dancer Danilo Rivera is joined by new members Maurice Johnson, Shawn Short, Hunter Carter, Vannia Ibarguen and Vanessa Carmichael-Elder, along with returning members Devin Krahling, Hala Shah and Ildiko Polony. Together they present a mix of classic ballet influenced by traditional Latin dance. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

Billy B! The Natural Science Dance and Song Man at CSM. Oct. 2, 9:45 a.m. , 11 a.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The Zany Billy B will be back on the CSM stage singing and celebrating earth’s natural wonders. Pre-school performance at 9:45 a.m.; and performance for elementary students at 11 a.m. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

Ward Virts Concert Series: Brian Ganz. Oct. 12, 3 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. The Ward Virts Concert Series will kick off the season with concert pianist Brian Ganz. The Ward Virts Concert Series is presented by Kaine Homes and CSM. The centerpiece of the concert series is a world-class Boesendorfer grand piano. Limited tickets are available. Free. 443-550-6000 or rperez@csm.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

CSM’s Haunted Stage. Oct. 24, 5:30 p.m. College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The CSM Theatre Club will transform the Fine Arts Center stage to create a creepy, spooky Haunted Stage filled with frightfully fun surprises. Recommended for children ages 7 and older. $2. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

Ward Virts Concert Series: Stephen Johnson and Michael Santana. Nov. 9, 3 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. The Ward Virts Concert Series presents CSM faculty Dr. Stephen Johnson and Michael Santana, concert pianists.  The Ward Virts Concert Series is presented by Kaine Homes and CSM. Limited tickets are available. Free. 443-550-6000 or rperez@csm.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

CSM’s Fall Musical, “The Fantasticks.” Nov. 14, 15, 21 and 22, 8 p.m.; Nov. 16 and 23, 2 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Theatre Company presents “The Fantasticks,” a classic tale of love, deception and redemption. Next door neighbors Luisa and Matt fall in love only to go their separate ways and learn valuable lessons about life and love. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

CSM Children’s Show Auditions, “The Little Mermaid.” Nov. 19, 7-8:30 p.m.; Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-noon, College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. Community members are invited to audition for the CSM’s Children’s Theatre performances Jan. 25-Feb. 3 of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic, “The Little Mermaid.” Auditions consist of a short monologue and song. To reserve a time contact the Box Office or sign up in the FA lobby. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

CSM Presents “Frosty the Snowman.” Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’S Theatre Company presents “Frosty the Snowman.” Celebrate the season with the classic tale of the snowman that comes to life. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

Pre-school Stories with Pat Harris at CSM. Dec. 11, 9:45 a.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. Local Storyteller Pat Harris is sure to put a smile on the face of children of all ages as she pulls out her can of magical stories. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

CSM Latin Ensemble. Dec. 12, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Latin Ensemble will perform its winter concert under the direction of CSM Professor Stephen Johnson. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

CSM Choirs’ Winter Concert. Dec. 13, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Chamber Singers and Concert Choir will perform its winter concert under the direction of Leroy Pressley. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

CSM Presents “The Little Mermaid.” Jan. 23, 30 and 31, 8 p.m.; Jan. 24, 25, 31 and Feb. 1, 2 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Children’s Theater presents Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid.” The timeless classic tells the story of a young mermaid who falls in love with a prince and risks everything to gain his love. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

Pre-school Stories with Pat Harris at CSM. Feb. 12, 9:45 a.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. Pre-schoolers are sure to enjoy local storyteller Pat Harris and her magical can of stories. Pat will touch hearts and tickle funny bones. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

Ward Virts Concert Series: Sean Lane. Feb. 15, 3 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. The Ward Virts Concert Series presents jazz pianist, Sean Lane. The Ward Virts Concert Series is presented by Kaine Homes and CSM. Limited tickets are available. Free. 443-550-6000 or rperez@csm.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

CSM Presents “Wait Until Dark…” March 13, 14, 8 p.m.; March 15, 2 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts Center, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Theatre Company presents the murder mystery “Wait Until Dark…” A blind housewife is terrorized by burglars in this classic thriller. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

CSM Presents Barbershop Extravaganza. March 28, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts Building, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The College of Southern Maryland presents the Barbershop Extravaganza featuring CSM’s Southern Mix Barbershop Ensemble and special guests. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

Ward Virts Concert Series: Lisa Eden. March 29, 3 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. The Ward Virts Concert Series presents soprano, Lisa Eden. The Ward Virts Concert Series is presented by Kaine Homes and CSM. Limited tickets are available. Free. 443-550-6000 or rperez@csm.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

Billy B! The Natural Science Dance and Song Man at CSM. April. 2, 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. The Zany Billy B will be on the CSM stage singing and celebrating earth’s natural wonders. Pre-school performance at 9:45 a.m.; and performance for elementary students at 11 a.m. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

The Ballet Project II. April 18, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Fine Arts Center presents “The Ballet Project” in collaboration with Jayne Stefani-Keating. The program includes a question-and-answer session with the artists after the show. $5. 301-934-7828, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu.  www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

Ward Virts Concert Series: Thomas Pandolfi. April 19, 3 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. The Ward Virts Concert Series presents concert pianist Thomas Pandolfi. The Ward Virts Concert Series is presented by Kaine Homes and CSM. Limited tickets are available. Free. 443-550-6000 or rperez@csm.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

CSM Latin Ensemble. April 24, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM’s Latin Ensemble will perform its spring concert under the direction of CSM Professor Stephen Johnson to kick-off the annual Salsa Festival. $5. 301-934-7828 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu, www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

CSM Salsa Festival. April 25, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Fine Arts Center, La Plata Campus, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM will hold workshops throughout the day, followed by a performance in the evening featuring a guest Salsa group. $5. 301-934-7828 or 301-870-2309, 240-725-5499, 443-550-6199, Ext. 7828 or BxOffc@csmd.edu, www.csmd.edu/FineArts.

 

Kick-off to CSM’s Annual Jazz Festival. May 1, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts Center, Room FA143, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM will kick off the sixth annual Jazz Festival. $5. 301-934-7828 or 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7828 for St. Mary’s County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7828 for Calvert County or www.csmd.edu/finearts

 

CSM’s Annual Jazz Festival. May 2, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts Center, Room FA143, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM presents the sixth annual Jazz Festival with a jazz performance featuring Solid Brass and special guest. $5. 301-934-7828 or 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7828 for St. Mary’s County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7828 for Calvert County or www.csmd.edu/finearts

 

Ward Virts Concert Series: CSM Choirs. May 3, 3 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus, Room 119, 115 J.W. Williams Road, Prince Frederick. The Ward Virts Concert Series presents CSM’s Chamber Singers and Concert Choir under the direction Leroy Pressley. The Ward Virts Concert Series is presented by Kaine Homes and CSM. Limited tickets are available. Free. 443-550-6000 or rperez@csm.edu. www.csmd.edu/Finearts.

 

CSM Choir Spring Performance. May 9, 8 p.m., College of Southern Maryland, La Plata Campus, Fine Arts Center, Room FA143, 8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata. CSM presents the CSM Choir in concert under the direction of Leroy Pressley. $5. 301-934-7828 or 301-870-2309, Ext. 7828 for Charles County; 240-725-5499, Ext. 7828 for St. Mary’s County or 443-550-6199, Ext. 7828 for Calvert County or www.csmd.edu/finearts