Sunday, 08 Nov 2009
ISU Theatre: "Sweeney Todd"
When Sweeney Todd returns to London after 15 years of unjust imprisonment in Australia, his landlady, Mrs. Lovett, tells him that his wife poisoned herself after being raped by the judge who condemned him to exile. Sweeney Todd vows revenge and Mrs. Lovett finds a way to increase her sales of meat pies. With music by Stephen Sondheim, this musical won the Tony for Best Musical. Event held in cooperation with ISU Music.
Class: Argentine Tango Practica
4-5pm lesson; 5-7pm practice Nov.8,22,29; Dec.6,13 Multi-level Argentine Tango class.
Reception: An Evening at the Petersen
Come to the Christian Petersen Art Museum for an evening of art and music! View the current exhibitions while enjoying a performance by the ISU Flute Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Sonja Giles, Department of Music.
Monday, 09 Nov 2009
Class: Basket Tree Ornaments, Section II
6-9pm Make basket ornaments for your tree.
Tuesday, 10 Nov 2009
Tuesday Tea at the Farm House Museum
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation. Mark your calendar from Noon to 1:00 pm Tuesday Nov. 10 and 17 and enjoy the 150 year old structure in a whole new way. After tea, all are welcome to join a guided tour that will highlight different topics each week, including the Farm House's restoration, children in the Victorian age, and rituals, ceremonies, and traditions of the era.
Wednesday, 11 Nov 2009
Veterans Day Open House
The wars of the 20th century, their losses and their toll on humanity are a frequent and important theme in the work of Christian Petersen. Though he is often known as "the gentle sculptor," Petersen gave much attention to the subject of warfare. In honor of Veteran's Day and all military veterans, University Museums will be giving tours of the exhibition "All the Evils: Christian Petersen and the Art of War."
Thursday, 12 Nov 2009
Presentation: "Mind, Material and Borrowed Time"
Bringing the anatomy of animals together with digital art, this presentation addresses how we borrow from our natural environment to examine, understand, and view the physical world.
Performance: "Mark Twain Tonight!"
"Mark Twain Tonight!" with Hal Holbrook. A living, breathing American Masterpiece! It is, quite simply, one of the most acclaimed and enduring performances in the history of theater. Nearly 50 years ago, a young actor took the stage in a tiny off-Broadway theatre and introduced the world to a man they'd never forget. The actor was Hal Holbrook. The man was Mark Twain.
Film: "Dear Jack"
ISU alum Corey Moss co-directed, wrote and produced this 78-minute feature documentary about the Jack's Mannequin/Something Corporate singer Andrew McMahon and his bout with leukemia at the age of 22. Moss is an executive producer at Yahoo! Originals, where he created "Primetime in No Time," the highest-rated show on the Web. He has also written and directed short films starring Jackie Chan, Brett Ratner and Jamie Kennedy.
Friday, 13 Nov 2009
ISU Afterdark Craft Nights at the Workspace
7pm-12am Mega Craft Night.
Dance social
Hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; however, in-door shoes or socks must be worn
Saturday, 14 Nov 2009
Class: Ames C.art Sew & Swap
Sharing and stitching together materials, ideas and community!