For more information about any event, call 717-477-1202. A complete calendar of events is available on-line at http://www.ship.edu/news/index.html

Art

Exhibits are in the Huber Art Center’s Kauffman Gallery. Call 477-1530 for information.

Gary Greenberg, Sculptor & Ceramics, January 28 – February 23. Greenberg’s work is often described as political and comedic at the same time. Gallery Talk/reception: February 1, 3:30 – 4:30 pm.

Student Art Exhibit, March 13 – 31. University students proudly put their masterpieces on display. Reception: March 16, 2 – 4 pm; Award ceremony at 3 pm.

9th Annual National Exhibition, April 2 – 23. Enjoy the eclectic as art from across the U. S. is chosen for this show. Opening Reception: April 2, 3 – 6 pm. http://webspace.ship.edu/art.

Comedy
Capitol Steps, March 1, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $30, 25, 20, and 15. One-time congressional staffers, the Capitol Steps satirize the very milieu they originated from. They are notoriously unafraid to say in public what most of us are thinking! For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Jeff Dunham, March 29, 7 pm, Luhrs Center. $36, 32, 28, and 23, Ventriloquist, Jeff Dunham is back with his suitcase posse. Those who saw Dunham last year said they laughed so hard they cried. This performance may not be appropriate for young audiences. SOLD OUT

Fashion
Garibaldis, Engageantes, and Cages: American Fashions of the Civil War Era, February 7 – August 6, SU Fashion Archives and Museum, Harley Hall. For information call 717-477-1239.

Planetarium

All shows are in Franklin Science Center’s Dibert Planetarium at 7:30 pm. Admission is $1 and seating is limited. Please reserve early. E-mail papajack@planetcable.net for information and reservations.

Winter Children’s Show, February 5. Learn about winter skies in this presentation for the young and the young at heart.

Easter 2008, March 18. The earliest date for Easter is March 22nd. This year it’s on the 23rd. This show explains why.

Stellar Summer Skies, April 22. Make friends with the stellar patterns that adorn our summer skies.

Film
Films are shown at 7 pm in the CUB’s Orndorff Theater. A detailed schedule will be posted at http://webspace.ship.edu/apb by March 12, 2008. For information contact the APB Cultural Arts Committee at 477-1747 or e-mail apb@ship.edu.

March 26 & 27 and April 2 & 3, 9 & 10, 16 & 17, and 26 & 27

Lectures and Special events
Gifted Minority Scholarship Program, LeVar Burton, February 21, 6 pm/dinner, Heiges Field House, $40 (includes 8 pm program); 8 pm/lecture, Luhrs Center, $15. LeVar Burton, the multi-talented actor, director, producer, and writer, shares his thoughts in “Our Journey toward Enlightenment: From Dr. King to the Present.” Burton got his start by being cast in the lead role for the miniseries Roots. Millions know him from Star Trek: The Next Generation and The Reading Rainbow. Readers of sci-fi know him as the author of Aftermath. For information call 477-1272; for tickets visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Ethnic Studies, Michele Wallace, March 4, 7 pm, Old Main Chapel. Feminist, cultural critic, and author Wallace lectures on the past and present perspectives of feminism and black popular culture. Her current projects deal with visual culture. Book signing. For information call 477-1272.

Women’s History Month, Sandra Steingraber, March 27, 7 pm, Memorial Auditorium. Ecologist, author, and cancer survivor Steingraber lectures on “The Falling Age of Puberty in U.S. Girls: What We Know and What We Need to Know.” The Sierra Club calls her “the new Rachel Carson.” For information call 477-1790.

Kirkland/Spizuoco Science Lecture Series, David Pimentel, April 1, 7:30 pm, CUB Multi-purpose Room. Pimentel’s research includes energy, biotechnology, sustainable agriculture, conservation, and environmental policy. He’ll discuss biofuels vs. environment, food, and economic costs. For information call 477-1738.

Proteus Lecture Series, Chancellor Robert Khayat, April 9, 7:30 pm, Old Main Chapel. Former Washington Redskin, University of Mississippi Chancellor Khayat relates some of his best lessons and how these skills can be applied to leadership roles, especially in higher education. For more information call 477-1738.

Music & Performing Arts
Influences: The Motown Greats, January 28, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $20 and 15. Singer/songwriters Ben Carroll, Chinua Hawk, Chrus Cauley, and Nadine Zahr discuss the influence Motown had on their musical roots, play some favorites, and share their musical journeys. For more information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Boston Brass, January 31, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $28, 23, 18, and 15. Unique arrangements combined with lively repartee touched with humor are signature Boston Brass. For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Harlem Gospel Choir, February 7, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $25, 20, and 15. The world famous Harlem Gospel Choir is making a return appearance. Choir members are selected from among the best singers found in Harlem’s churches. For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

An Evening with Anne Murray, February 14, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $75, 60, 45, and 35. Anne Murray with her signature voice, quick wit, and easy sense of humor graces our stage. Valentine Dessert Reception—After the show, this reception includes decadent desserts. Orrstown Bank Lobby (upper lobby, Luhrs Center), $20. SOLD OUT

Woodwind Ensembles, March 30, Spring Concert. 3 pm, Old Main Chapel. For information call 477-1638.

Ring of Fire – The Johnny Cash Musical, April 3, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $42, 35, 28, and 22. The music of Johnny Cash ignites the stage in the new Broadway musical, featuring 38 signature songs. For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

SU Concert Band, Spring Concert, April 6, 3 pm, Luhrs Center. For information, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Golden Dragon Acrobats, April 8, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $25, 20, and 15. The Golden Dragon Acrobats’ attention to artistic details results in award-winning acrobatics and traditional dance with spectacular costumes and music. For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, April 18, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $18, 15, 12, and 10. One day Stanley Lambchop wakes up flat … really, really flat. He then travels the world seeking a solution. Based on the children’s book series by Jeff Brown with illustrations by Scott Nash. Recommended for grades K-6, ages 5 and up. For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Cumbelaires Recital, Spring Concert, April 19, 3 pm, Old Main Chapel. For information call 477-1638.

Post-tour Concert, SU Concert Choir, April 21 7:30 pm, location tba. For information call 477-1638.

Paul Taylor Dance Company, April 22, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $29, 25, 22, and 18. Paul Taylor‘s choreography, once deemed experimental, quickly became the gold standard of modern dance. After 52 years his creative powers show no sign of abating. For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.

Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, April 25, 8 pm, Luhrs Center. $25, 22, 18, and 15. The Vanguard Jazz Orchestra is committed to bringing the creativity and experimentation of jazz to the stage. For information and tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.