Performing Arts Center
Traditions Series
A Grammy-winning virtuoso who drives the banjo from folk to funky. A one-time-only
ensemble that resurrects the Grateful Dead at their most political and profound. These visionary
artists, inheritors of our musical history and creators of its irresistible future, make the roots
of our national culture bloom again.
| Saturday, September 22, 2007 | |
| Saturday, April 19, 2008 | |
| Friday, May 23, 2008 | Otis Clay— Blues and the Spirit Symposium Concert |
Chamber Music Series
Three dudes who flaunt a reckless repertoire and outsized personalities. A string quartet that mixes its music with high-energy drumline maneuvers. Four brave young artists tackling every single string quartet that Beethoven’s genius could devise. These artists bring the spark of courage, invention and extreme pleasure to chamber music that kicks stuffy conventions to the curb.
| Sunday, January 27, 2008 | Ethel with Kaotic Drumline |
| Sunday, February 17, 2008 | Pacifica Quartet |
| Sunday, March 2, 2008 | Time for Three |
Theatre Arts Lab Series
A backstage farce of finely choreographed slamming doors, falling trousers and flying sardines. A musical for everyone who deserves a raise—from the composer of Wicked. A classic American drama, ripe with Southern Gothic intrigue. These productions will capture the joy, the nobility and the passion that define the human experience. Discover the fresh talents of Dominican University students, working side by side with Chicago-area theatre experts, in these Theatre Arts Lab Series productions.
| November 16 - 18, 2007 | Noises Off |
| February 22 - 24, 2008 | Working |
| April 11 - 13, 2008 | Toys in the Attic |
NEW THIS YEAR
The Black Box Experiment
| November 3 and 4, 2007 | Beckett One-Acts |
Reader’s Theatre
| Sunday, October 7, 2007 | The Ravens Feed Us |
| Tuesday, March 18, 2008 - PLEASE NOTE: DATE CHANGE!
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Dead Man Walking |
SPECIAL EVENTS
Dominican University Performing Arts Center supplements its subscription series with special events that showcase an even greater range of artists. These aren’t just concerts; they’re celebrations and everyone is welcome.
| Saturday, December 15, 2007 | Rockapella — A Rockapella Holiday |
| Sunday, March 9, 2008 | Thomas Hampson — 28th Annual Trustee Benefit Concert |
