May 8, 2009
Maestro Harvey Felder and Behind the Scene Tours of Two Theaters
Presenters:
Maestro Harvey Felder, Dir. of Tacoma Symphony
Docents for the Theater
District Theaters
Location:
Pantages Theater
Time: 10:00--Noon
Class Fee:
$10.00
Coordinator:
Lynn Gracey, lynndent62@aolcom
There are
signs of birth, renewal and growth in
the Northwest. This is apparent in
Tacoma where cultural opportunities continue to
flourish. A partnership has been established between the citizens and
leaders of Tacoma that is creating the best innovations in the arts, culture,
and commerce. This class will provide you the opportunity to hear and see
firsthand the dynamics that are happening in the Theater District. There will
be a presentation by Maestro Harvey Felder, conductor of the Tacoma Symphony,
in the Pantages Theater. His
presentation will be followed by behind the scene tours of the Pantages
Theater and Theater on the Square.
The Pantages Theater was inspired by Versailles, this
prosperous theater was constructed in
1918 and was fully rebuilt in 1983. The 1,183 seat theater showcases
shows ranging from national touring acts to the Tacoma Symphony with superb
acoustics.
Theater on the Square is a 302-seat facility with a
contemporary flair and offers an intimate setting. It is the home of the Tacoma
Actors Guild.
Maestro Harvey Felder is currently music director of TSO and has been described as "A thoughtful and sincere musician with a stylish podium presence," by the Milwaukee Sentinel. He has made world wide guest conductor appearances. His Carnegie debut was in 1991celebrating its 100th anniversary. He is also known for his music education programs. He earned his Bachelor of Music from U. of Wisconsin/Madison and his Masters of Music from U. of Michigan.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Bronn Journey: Voices of the Harp
Presenter:
Bronn Journey
Where:
Scandinavian Cultural Center/PLU's University Center
Time:
9:30--10:45 Please note early class time.
Cost: $10.00
Coordinator: Bette Catlin, 253-846-0354
Bronn Journey
was introduced to the harp at age 11 in Seattle Public Schools. By age 16 he
was playing professionally in the Seattle area. Bronn went on to attend the
University of Washington's School of
Music and graduated with a Bachelor of Music in 1985. Today his musical
accomplishments are known and appreciated throughout Washington State and the
Northwest. His amazing versatility and humorous
approach to a seriously classical instrument have made him a favorite
with concert goers. His range of musical selections range from classical to
Broadway to hymns. Bronn has even played the National Anthem at the Seattle
Seahawks and Sonics games.
Nineteen
albums are currently available on the Journey label, "Phileo Music". You are
encouraged to check out his website, www.bronnjourney.com. Mr. Journey will have his CD's for sale after
the class.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Lakewold Gardens: A Spring Visit
Presenter: Stephanie Walsh and Garden Docents
Location: Lakewold Gardens @ Wagner House
12317 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW/Lakewood
Class Fee:
$10 includes admission to the garden
Time:
10:00--12:30
Class Coordinator: Marilee Titus,
matitus@comcast.net
Your visit to
the 10 acre Lakewold Gardens will begin with a presentation by Stephanie Walsh.
A docent tour of the gardens will begin at 11:00 and you should allow about one
and a half hours. This will also allow
you time to peruse the unusual plants and gifts at the Garden Shop.
Your first
impressions of Lakewold may be its European-style formal structure, but a
closer look reveals a more intimate garden. In 1958 Eulalie Wagner commissioned
Thomas Church to design a garden for
her. He was acclaimed for his ability to intertwine classical and modern designs. Once Church
completed the framework, it was Eulalie who created the gardens. She was keenly
interested in rare and native plants.
In her design
she envisioned and planted a variety of gardens which include:
The Fern
Garden, Shade Garden, Woodland Garden, Rock Garden, Rose/Cutting Garden, Knot Garden, and the Library
Courtyard.
Mrs. Wagner
stated her motivation for donating her estate to The Friends of Lakewold when
she said, "As we become more and more city creatures,
living in manmade surroundings, perhaps
gardens will become even more precious to us, ..."