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Wednesday, 24 Sep 2014

Art Critique with Aaron Tinder

Sep 24, 2014

7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

Free

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Share your artwork in a comfortable atmosphere. Our guest will be Aaron Tinder, whose mixed media paintings and photography are on display in the Pioneer Room. Bring up to 3 pieces of work in any media and get feedback and ideas from Tinder as well as other participants.

Concert: Steve Poltz

Sep 24, 2014

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

$10 ISU Students | $12 public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Steve Poltz fronted the semi-legendary indie-rock band The Rugburns and is responsible for a critically lauded and impressively large body of work on his own, most recently the soundtrack for the acclaimed Sundance-screened documentary film, Running Wild - The Life of Dayton O. Hyde. He is quite possibly the most talented, and engaging, solo performer on this planet. That's what 250+ shows a year on three continents will do for you.

Thursday, 25 Sep 2014

Walk-In Craft: Stone Mandalas

Sep 25, 2014

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$2 per mandala

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Stop by The Workspace and make a painted stone mandala using simple geometric forms. Keep it as a talisman for yourself or give it to someone as a small but special gift.

Picture Frames Class

Sep 25, 2014

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $38, Public $48 (includes supplies)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Learn to make custom wood frames for your artwork or photos. Practice by making a beautiful oak frame (up to 24") with plexi-glass in class. Take the Mat Cutting class first and finish your artwork like a pro!

After America in the Making: Women's Suffrage

Sep 25, 2014

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum

University Museums Arts, performances

N.C. Wyeth's America in the Making depicts twelve dramatic scenes taken from American history beginning with North American explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado and ending with Abraham Lincoln. But, what are some of the major American moments of the 20th and 21st centuries? This talk will be led by Amy Bix, Associate Professor of History, who will discuss the key faces and moments of the women's suffrage movement.

Friday, 26 Sep 2014

Paint Your Own Pottery: Mandala Painting

Sep 26, 2014

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $4, Public $5 (studio fee)

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Join us on Fridays evenings for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. Discover how circles, lines and dots can work together for patterning. Get inspiration by visiting the Tibetan Monks sand mandalas September 22-25 in the Main Lounge.

ISU Symphony Orchestra

Sep 26, 2014

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Building

$5.00 adults; $2.00 students - Tickets sale at the door

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Jacob Harrison, conductor

Concert: Harold Lopez-Nussa

Sep 26, 2014

9:00 PM - 11:00 PM

The Maintenance Shop, Memorial Union

$0 ISU Students | $10 public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

As a scion of an illustrious musical family, 31-year-old Cuban pianist Harold Lopez-Nussa is one of the brightest lights on Havana's thriving jazz scene. He gained international attention when he won top honors at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Piano Competition in 2005 and his albums and work since reveal a composer who has fully integrated his classical training and love of the jazz continuum with his Cuban roots.

Project Runway

Sep 26, 2014

9:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Themed garments created by student teams on Sept. 21 will be modeled and judged at this 10th annual event. Doors open at 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, 27 Sep 2014

Meaning in Body Language: An Introduction to Delsarte Principles Workshop

Sep 27, 2014

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $15, Public $20

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

An introduction to the most basic elements of body language through the Delsarte System of Expression. Developed 150 years ago, Delsarte is a powerful force in our understanding of human movement and expression. Learn how your own movement patterns may be limiting the expressive use of your entire body.

Delsarte: Dynamic Poses for the Camera Workshop

Sep 27, 2014

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $25, Public $30

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Explore Delsarte's ninefold accords of the face and positions of the legs. See how harmonic opposition in the body creates dynamic poses for the camera. Visual artists will discover that these tools can help them draw out the desired response from their subjects, while dancers, actors and models gain valuable insight to showcase their best for the camera. Please bring a hand mirror to class.

Sunday, 28 Sep 2014

Delsarte: The Laws of Expressive Motion Workshop

Sep 28, 2014

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $15, Public $20

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Delsarte studied principles of motion and dynamic physical expression as thoroughly as he had studied meaning in the body itself. Learn the principles of physics behind Delsate's Nine Laws of Gesture including altitude, force, motion, sequence, direction, form, reaction, velocity, and extension. These principles can empower your own communication, as well as enrich your work in music, dance, theater and any other depiction of movement art.

Delsarte: Creating a Character for Stage Workshop

Sep 28, 2014

2:45 PM - 5:45 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $25, Public $30

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

This class will begin with a thorough Delsarte warm-up intended to awaken the body and its relationship to internal emotion, thought and impulse. As time allows, students may share a piece they are currently working on (dance, song, drawing, poem, scene, etc.) and Joe will explore the concept of developing a character for stage or presentation.

Concert: ISU Collage of Choirs

Sep 28, 2014

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

CY Stephens Auditorium

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students. Tickets available at the door or the Stephens Box Office.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Each year well over 300 students take part in the ISU Collage of Choirs. Participants represent nearly all academic disciplines and majors.

Argentine Tango Practica (Class)

Sep 28, 2014

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU: 5 punches for $35, Public: 5 punches for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s

Monday, 29 Sep 2014

cancelled -Monday Organ Recital

Sep 29, 2014

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital, Music Building

no cost

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Short, informal organ recitals given by Dr. Ruth Harris and ISU Students.