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

Fashion

SU Fashion Archives and Museum, Harley Hall. Hours: Monday – Thursday, noon to 4pm, or by appointment. For information call 717-477-1239, e-mail fasharch@ship.edu, or visit www.webspace.ship.edu/fasharch/.

Extremes of Black and White and Shades of Gray, October 23 – March 4. Fashions from Non-Traditional Substances, April tba. Art students present wearable fashions crafted from very non-traditional materials.

Film Festival

A detailed schedule posted at www.ship.edu/~apb after February 24. For information, call 717-477-1693. CUB Orndorff Theater, 7pm.

March 11 & 12, March 18 & 19, March 25 & 26, April 1 & 2, April 8 & 9

Lectures and special events

SU H.O.P.E. Diversity Scholarship Program, Juan Williams, February 19

  • VIP Reception, 4:45pm, Luhrs Performing Arts Center, $75;
  • Scholarship Dinner, 6pm, Heiges Field House, $45 (includes Lecture);
  • Lecture, 8pm, Luhrs Performing Arts Center, $15.

Williams has won fans with his perceptive and reasoned thoughtfulness on the political issues of our day. As the senior correspondent at NPR and political analyst for Fox television, Williams, speaking on “Eyes on the Prize: The Truths of American Race Relations,” is at the cutting edge of America’s culture. For information call 717-477-1738. Tickets for the lecture only, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-SHOW (7469).

Women’s History Month, Angela Shelton, March 26, 7pm, Memorial Auditorium. Angela created The Survivor Manual and seeks to inspire and empower all survivors of abuse to heal and lead joyful lives. For information call 717-477-1790.

Ethnic Studies, Na’im Akbar, March 31, 7pm, Old Main Chapel. Na’im Akbar is a pioneer in the development of an African-centered approach in modern psychology. For information call 477-1272.

Kirkland/Spizuoco Science, Alan Lightman, April 8, 7:30pm, Luhrs Performing Arts Center. Alan’s work successfully bridges the gap between the worlds of science and art. For information call 717-477-1738.

Proteus Lecture Series, Charles Fishman, April 16, 7pm, Memorial Auditorium. This Fast Company writer presents “Dry: The Fate of Water,” the basis of his 2009 book that follows his bestseller, The Wal-Mart Effect. Coincides with the publication of Proteus, “Water and Our World.” For information, call 717-477-1206.

Music & Performing Arts

For more information and to order tickets, visit www.luhrscenter.com or call the Luhrs Center Box Office at 717-477-SHOW (7469).

Max & Ruby, February 21, 11am & 2pm, $15, $12, $10. Bunny siblings, Ruby and her little brother Max want to put on a play for Grandma, but there are hurdles along the way. Based on books by Rosemary Wells. Recommended for ages 3 and up.

Zili Misik, February 24, 8pm, Memorial Auditorium, $10, $8, $5, SU students free. All female, the name is derived from the Haitian spiritual entity, Ezili who is seen as mother, lover, and warrior. Tickets on sale at the CUB Information Desk. For information e-mail apb@ship.edu, call 477-1747, or visit www.ship.edu/~apb.

Richard Loring’s African Footprint, February 26, 8pm, $55, $45, $35, $25. Tells the vibrant and diverse history of South Africa through a breathtaking blend of Afro- and Euro-centric music and dance.

Chapel Series, Renaissance City Winds featuring Demareus Cooper, soprano, March 12, 7:30pm, Old Main Chapel. Features art songs and traditional tunes set by the African-American composer, Harry Burleigh. For information call 717-477-1638.

Woodwind Ensemble, March 15, 3pm, Old Main Chapel. For information call 717-477-1638.

Rain: The Beatles Experience, March 18, 8pm, $50, $45, $35, $25. Covers the Fab Four from their earliest beginnings through the late 60s and their hard-rocking days.

Rescheduled performance
Peter, Paul, and Mary, March 20, 8pm

Concert Choir & Madrigal Singers, March 23, 7:30pm, Messiah United Methodist Church. For information call 717-477-1638.

Koresh Dance Company, presented by APB Cultural Arts Committee, March 24, 8pm, Luhrs Performing Arts Center, $20, $15. Renowned for their powerful stage presence and high-energy style, Philadelphia’s Koresh Dance Company is an extraordinary and vital force in dance scene.

SU Concert Band, March 29, 3pm, Luhrs Performing Arts Center, free—no ticket required.

Tommy James & the Shondells with special guest The Grass Roots, April 3, 8pm, $50, $40, $30, $25. Hear Tommy James (“Mony, Mony”, “Hanky Panky”, “Crimson and Clover”) along with the Grass Roots, a 60s-70s rock group.

Women’s Chorale, April 5, 3 pm, Old Main Chapel. For information call 717-477-1638.

Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy, April 14, 8pm, $40, $35, $30, $25. Graceful aerialists, spine bending contortionists, vine swinging characters, strong men and balancers bring this jungle dream to life in a lush, Broadway setting filled with wildly unpredictable designs, special effects, inventive choreography, puppeteering and dazzling costumes.

SU and Community Orchestra, April 19, 3pm, free admission—no ticket required.

Annie, April 22, 7:30pm, $45, $38, $28. Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope.