December 5, 2002
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PERFORMANCES | LECTURES | EVENTS
Dec. 5-Jan. 15
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Thursday, Dec. 5
TALKS
THE WORLD OF PUBLISHING: New
Press Founder and Director Andre Schiffrin discusses his commitment to
getting worthwhile ideas published without regard for profit and how today’s
publishing industry has changed the way we read. 5 to 6 p.m. in Room 200,
College Hall, Locust Walk between 34th and 36th streets. Registration
required: humanities@sas.upenn.edu
or 215-898-8220/573-8280.
KELLY OLIVER: The feminist
philosopher and SUNY-Stony Brook professor speaks on “Forgiveness
and Subjectivity: Hegel, Derrida, Kristeva.” 6 p.m. at the Kelly
Writers House.
BOUNCE BACK: Psychology Research
Associates Karen Reivich and Andrew Shatte discuss their new book, “The
Resilience Factor: Seven Essential Skills for Overcoming Life’s Inevitable
Obstacles.” 7 p.m. at the Penn Bookstore, 3601 Walnut St.
DANCE
PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY:
The legendary modern choreographer returns to Philly with the local premiere
of “Black Tuesday,” the only work Taylor ever created for the
American Ballet Theatre, and two Taylor classics. 7:30 p.m. in Zellerbach
Theatre, Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut St. Tickets $36, $33, and $31;
discounts for students, seniors and Penn affiliates available. Tickets/info
for all Penn Presents events: www.pennpresents.org
or 215-898-3900. Additional performances Dec. 6-7.
EXHIBITS/MUSIC
“KUT THE KOW TOW”:
Tonight’s Reláche concert responds to Damián Ortega’s
“Cosmic Thing” with works by Louis Andriessen, Kitty Brazelton
and Fred Ho. Gallery tour at 7:30 p.m., concert at 8 p.m., reception at
9 p.m. at the Institute of Contemporary Art, 118 S. 36th St. Admission
$5, students/seniors/ICA members/Reláche subscribers/ PennCard
holders free.
THEATER
“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF”:
Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick and Joseph Stein’s musical about Russian
Jewish village life is the Penn Singers’ fall production. 8 p.m.
at Iron Gate Theatre, 3700 Chestnut St. Tickets $8, PennCard holders $6.
Additional performances Dec. 6-7.
“THE LION IN WINTER”:
Quadramics presents James Goldman’s story of love, power and intrigue
in the medieval British royal family. 8 p.m. in Harold Prince Theatre,
Annenberg Center. Additional performances Dec. 6-7.
Friday, Dec. 6
DANCE
PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY:
See Thursday, Dec. 5. 8 p.m. in Zellerbach Theatre, Annenberg Center.
MUSIC
TWO BY MOZART: The University
Choral Society performs Mozart’s “Requiem” and the short
motet “Ave verum corpus.” 8 p.m. in Irvine Auditorium, 3401
Spruce St. Tickets $5, Penn students free with PennCard (one free ticket
per student).
THEATER
“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF”:
See Thursday, Dec. 5.
“THE LION IN WINTER”:
See Thursday, Dec. 5.
Saturday, Dec. 7
FOR THE KIDS
THE DAYS GROW SHORTER: The
University of Pennsylvania Museum’s “Celebrate the Winter Solstice”
workshop introduces children 8 to 12 to the close connections Native Americans
maintain with their environment and the seasons. 10 a.m. to noon at the
Museum, 3260 South St. Materials fee $5. Pre-registration required: 215-898-4016.
DANCE
PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY:
See Thursday, Dec. 5. 2 and 8 p.m. in Zellerbach Theatre, Annenberg Center.
Tickets for 2 p.m. show $33, $30 and $28.
SPORTS
MEN’S BASKETBALL: Penn
vs. Temple. 8 p.m. at the Palestra, 33rd St. below Walnut. Tickets/ info:
pennathletics.com or 215-898-6151.
THEATER
“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF”:
See Thursday, Dec. 5.
“THE LION IN WINTER”:
See Thursday, Dec. 5.
Sunday, Dec. 8
SPECIAL EVENTS
PEACE AROUND THE WORLD: See
“Editor’s Pick.”
Tuesday, Dec. 10
READINGS
POETRY FINAL: Students from
Greg Djanikian’s English 113 poetry workshop read from their work
for the course. 6 p.m. at Kelly Writers House.
TALKS
DISABUSE YOURSELF: Author SaraKay
Smullens (SW’65) discusses her new book, “Setting Yourself Free:
Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Abuse in Family, Friendship, Work and
Love.” 7 p.m. at the Penn Bookstore.
FILM
FRANCOPHILE: International
House presents two overlooked films from French New Wave luminary Eric
Rohmer. Tonight: “La Collectionneuse” (1967), an examination
of romance, sex and possessiveness. 7:30 p.m. at International House,
3701 Chestnut St. Admission for all International House films $6, students/seniors
/International House members $5; tickets available one hour before showtime.
Series continues Dec. 11.
Wednesday, Dec. 11
TALKS
KITCHEN SCIENCE: In “Perfect
Cheesecake and Beyond,” kitchen scientist and storyteller Shirley
Corriher answers your cooking and baking questions. 5:30 p.m. in Class
of 1928 Lounge, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, 3420 Walnut St. Info/reservations:
1-800-390-1829.
FILM
FRANCOPHILE: See Tuesday, Dec.
10. Tonight: “The Lady and the Duke” (2001), a tale of bloodshed,
daring and betrayal set against the backdrop of the French Revolution.
7:30 p.m. at International House.
PERFORMANCE
OPEN-MIKE NIGHT: The “Speakeasy”
open-mike performance series bids farewell to 2002. 8 p.m. at the Kelly
Writers House.
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Friday, Dec. 13
FILM
CONFLICT COMES ROUND: Souleymane
Cissé’s “Yeelen” (“Brightness,” 1987)
explores social conflict in his native Mali through a spiritual battle
waged between a father and a son. 8 p.m. at International House.
EXHIBITS
DOUBLE CONSCIOUSNESS: Professor
of Fine Arts Terry Adkins’ “Darkwater” explores W.E.B.
DuBois’ politics, thought and passions through the spheres of sculpture,
prints, documents, and music/text. Opening reception: 5 to 8 p.m. at the
Arthur Ross Gallery, 220 S. 34th St. Exhibit continues through March 2.
Saturday, Dec. 14
MUSIC
CHANTICLEER: The renowned all-male
classical vocal ensemble enlivens the holiday season with a Penn Presents
concert featuring medieval and Renaissance sacred songs, spirituals, traditional
carols and more. 8 p.m. in Irvine Auditorium. Tickets $36, $32 and $28;
discounts for students, seniors and Penn affiliates available.
Monday, Dec. 16
TALKS
NETWORKED NURSES: International
health and nursing consultant Amelia Mangay-Maglacas speaks on “Collaborating
and Networking: An Agenda for International Nursing.” 1 to 2 p.m.
in the Nursing Education Building auditorium, 420 Guardian Drive; reception
follows.
Wednesday, Dec. 18
TALKS
MULTICULTURAL MEDICINE: Gloria
R. Smith, past director of the Michigan Department of Health, speaks on
“The Challenge of Diversity in Health Care.” 2 to 3 p.m. in
the Nursing Education Building auditorium; reception follows.
CHRISTMAS IN PENNSYLVANIA:
Don Yoder explores the Christmas traditions of the state’s German
and Swiss communities, including Kris Kringle, mummers, the Christmas
tree and Belsnickling. 5:30 p.m. in Class of 1928 Lounge, Van Pelt-Dietrich
Library Center. Info/reservations: 1-800-390-1829.
Saturday, Dec. 28
FILM
“PERFORMANCE”: Nicholas
Roeg’s psychedelic 1970 film features James Fox as a gangster on
the lam, hiding out in pop star Mick Jagger’s decaying London townhouse.
8 p.m. at International House.
Monday, Jan. 6
SPORTS
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL: Penn
vs. LaSalle. 7 p.m. at the Palestra.
Wednesday, Jan. 8
SPORTS
MEN’S BASKETBALL: Penn
vs. American. 7 p.m. at the Palestra. Tickets/info: pennathletics.com
or 215-898-6151.
Saturday, Jan. 11
SPORTS
GYMNASTICS: Penn, West Chester
and Ursinus meet. 1 p.m. at The Palestra.
Sunday, Jan. 12
SPORTS
WOMEN’S SQUASH: Penn vs.
Trinity. Noon at Ringe Squash Courts, 33rd St. between Hutchinson Gym
and Franklin Field.
Wednesday, Jan. 15
SPORTS
MEN’S SQUASH: Penn vs.
Navy. At Ringe Squash Courts; time to be announced.
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