Calendar of Events
SHOGUN and SAMURAI:
A workshop for Teachers and Others
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
This full-day workshop for K-12 educators and other interested adult learners will focus on the history and culture of Japan from the rise of the samurai class in the 12th century to its fall in 1868.
Topics to be covered:
- History of samurai rule and the structure of shogunal government
- Religious practices during the age of samurai rule, focusing in particular on Zen Buddhism
- Arts and architecture of the period including ink painting, woodblock prints, Zen monasteries and castles
- Theatrical traditions of Noh and Kabuki
Professor Allen Hockley will be lead scholar and a visit to the Hood Museum will allow participants to view Japanese prints and paintings in the museum's collection. A demonstration will be given by Jubilith Moore, a Noh performer to teach participants about this art form for this period of Japanese history.
$35.00 Registration Fee
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Partial funding for this workshop provided by The Japan Foundation
Center for Global Partnership &
The Freeman Foundation
Partial support provided for NCTA alumni by Five College Center for East Asian Studies
Motoko's Evening of Storytelling for Families FOLKTALES FROM ASIA
Thursday, April 1, 2010 -- 6:30 p.m.
New Boston Central School, 15 Central School Road, New Boston, NH.
Open to all.
A native of Osaka, Japan, Motoko first came to the U. S. as an exchange student to University of Massachusetts. Her earlier career included working as a Japanese language instructor at UMass for ten years. She trained with late master mime Tony Montanaro (1927-2002). Her partner Eshu Bumpus introduced her to the world of American storytelling. Motoko has performed professionally since 1993, going to hundreds of schools, libraries, museums and festivals.
Motoko has appeared on “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” and an educational video by Harcourt, and also has been awarded numerous grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and New York State BOCES. Her debut CD, “The Promise of Chrysanthemums” won a 2002 Parents’ Choice Silver Honor Award and a 2003 Storytelling World Award. In October 2003, Motoko was showcased on the Exchange Place Stage at the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee, representing the Northeast region. In November 2003, Motoko toured Miyazaki, Japan, as a part of CarnegieKids in Miyazaki Project, sponsored by Carnegie Hall.
EMILY DICKINSON
to Visit NH During Poetry Month
Thanks to a fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts in 1997, Debra Conner has been portraying Emily Dickinson. Northeast Cultural Coop was awarded a grant from the New Hampshire Humanities Council to bring Ms. Conner's Called Back program to four NH communities in celebration of Poetry Month. Mark your calendar and plan to attend. All programs are free and open tlo the public.
Tuesday, April 6, Pease Public Library, Plymouth, NH
will host a program in the Keniston Community Room at 7:30 p.m. Host librarian, Katherine Hillier, Director.
Wednesday, April 7, Concord Public Library, Library Meeting Room, 12 p.m. Host librarian, Robin Bailey, Reference Librarian.
Friday, April 9, Whipple Free Library, New Boston, a program at the Meeting House, 7:30 p.m. Host librarian, Pat Fickett, Assistant Director.
Sunday, April 11, Portsmouth Public Library, Levenson Room, 2 p.m. Host librarian, Sherry Evans, Head of Public Services.
Nicknamed “The Myth” for her reclusive habits and her custom of dressing exclusively in white, Emily Dickinson published fewer than twelve poems during her lifetime. Only after her death,when her 1789 poems were discovered, did her work gain renown. The story of Dickinson’s devotion to her writing and the surprising circumstances that led to the eventual publication of her poetry remain one of the most compelling stories in literature.
Called Back brings Emily Dickinson out of hiding, affording a rare glimpse into the world of this eccentric genius. Dickinson transports her guests back to the mid-1800s where she discusses her poetry, her family and friends, her education, her religious beliefs, and her need to withdraw from society.
Throughout her visit, Emily challenges her guests to think and to voice their opinions on everything from fame to cats. Most of all, Emily dazzles with her unique imagination and wit.
LEARN MORE ABOUT DEBRA CONNER.
MEET THE COMPOSER: SHIRISH KORDE
Saturday, April 17, 7:00 p.m.
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before the 8:00 p.m. performance of the multi-media Chamber Opera,
Phoolan Devi: The Bandit Queen.
The opera Phoolan Devi: The Bandit Queen, is based on true events. This compelling story focuses on the life of Phoolan Devi, who was born into poverty, sold as a child bride, abducted by bandits, abused and victimized, imprisoned, and finally elected to India’s Parliament. Just as she was assuming national recognition as a crusader for the poor, she was assassinated in 2001 at the age of 37.
Korde’s contemporary score is a powerful synthesis of Asian and Western musical traditions. Drawing on the ancient traditions of India such as Vedic Chant, as well as Qawwali, Bollywood, Tabla drumming, and contemporary music; the composer unifies these styles into a seamless lyrical score.
The musical richness of the piece is enhanced by the original stage designs of multi-media video artist Raphaele Shirley, adding an exciting visual aspect of the production and provides an abstract backdrop to the retelling of this powerful contemporary story.
Talk and demonstration are free; tickets for the production must be reserved in advance by sending a request to reservations
The cost for each ticket is $5.00
Learn more about The Bandit Queen
A program organized in partnership with The Theater Department of The College of the Holy Cross with partial funding by New England Foundation for the Arts.
Spring-2011
Paris: Its beauty, influence, and evolving sense of culture and style
An exhibit of museum quality photographs of Paris by photographer Ronald Hurwitz, concerts, French wine tasting, history, cooking, literature, films and collaborative programs concerning all things French will be held in partnership with St. Anselm College, Manchester, NH. Watch our website and the Chapel Gallery at St. A’s for details in the coming months.
Images ©Ronald Hurwitz