"A Flea in Her Ear" opens February 18 in Waltmar Theatre
On Thursday, February 18, 2016, Chapman University’s Department of Theatre presents A Flea in Her Ear, David Ives’ new version of the famous farce by French playwright Georges Feydeau. Staged in Waltmar Theatre under the direction of Professor Tamiko Washington, the show continues February 19, 20 and 25-27. The story begins in turn-of-the-century Paris with Raymonde
Adapting comedy for a new era: Farce and vaudeville in "A Flea in Her Ear"
Chapman University’s Department of Theatre chose to take on a French farce as its first production of the spring semester. A Flea In Her Ear, published by popular farceur Georges Feydeau (1862–1921) in 1907 and translated by acclaimed modern playwright David Ives (1950–) in 2006, has been a classic within both its genre and comedy itself for over a
Actor David Prather, CU's Louise Thomas perform "Under the Concord Sky" Feb. 10
Wednesday, February 10, 2016, Chapman University’s Interplay 2016 Festival presents Under the Concord Sky , an original drama that brings to life Charles Ives, the irascible and completely original American composer whose groundbreaking works forever changed the musical landscape. Memories and musings of the iconoclastic Ives are performed by actor David Prather, while Chapman’s own
New Horizons Concert Series Begins February 11
Chapman University’s Hall-Musco Conservatory of Music is pleased to announce the 2016 New Horizons Concert Series, which features performances by six leading contemporary music soloists and ensembles. All six concert events take place in Salmon Recital Hall and begin at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 general admission; $5 senior citizens and non-Chapman students; and free for
CU Singers Perform Post-Tour Concert February 5
Fresh from their Northern California tour which wraps up at the end of January, the Chapman University Singers will give a post-tour concert on February 5, 2016 in Fish Interfaith Center’s Wallace All Faiths Chapel at 7:30pm. The 33-voice choir will present selections from their tour repertoire including Renaissance works of Anerio and Monteverdi, Romantic compositions by
SoCal Pianist Ning An to Perform February 2
Southern California pianist Ning An (安寧) will perform on Tuesday, February 2 in Salmon Recital Hall. The program includes Chopin’s four Ballades, Schumann’s Arabesque, and Listz’s B Minor Sonata. This is an opportunity to hear a musician hailed as one who “combines a flawless technique and mastery of the instrument with an expressive power that is
Chapman University Singers to tour SF Bay Area
Chapman University’s acclaimed University Singers group is preparing to launch it’s annual concert tour next week, with plans to give four free, public concerts in Northern California beginning January 19 through January 24. Upon return to Orange County, a special Post-Tour Concert will be held on February 5 on the Chapman campus. Tickets for the
Musco Center Needs YOU!
On March 19, 2016, Musco Center for the Arts will open its doors and become the gem of Chapman University. It stands as a testament to Chapman’s uncompromising standards, relentless pursuit of excellence, and passionate commitment to attracting world-class talent. The surrounding community will experience spectacular performances and productions from some of the world’s finest
Remembering Chapman’s former director of choral music, Sheldon Disrud
Sheldon Disrud, an early director of choral music who helped many Chapman University alumni land singing jobs at Disneyland and launch music education careers, has died. Disrud passed away Dec. 13 in Fullerton, Calif. He was 91. Disrud was among the first faculty who joined Chapman when it moved to the City of Orange in