Center Stage - Oct. 26, 2007 Issue
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Welcome to the Lied Center's e-newsletter, featuring the latest news on upcoming performances, behind-the-scenes looks and information about “beyond the stage” activities and opportunities for subscribers.
Looking at the Shaolin life
From the various Shaolin boxing techniques to the nature-inspired imitations of a roaring tiger, naughty monkey or cunning snake, to the graceful Taiji and the tough Qi Gong demonstration, the Shaolin Warriors give a performance that displays faith, discipline, respect and strength unmatched in the Western world.
Shaolin Warriors: Thursday, Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m.
The first thoughts of The Second City
In the 1950s, the War was Cold and Sen. Joseph McCarthy saw communists around every corner. Cars were big, TV screens were small, and in Chicago, a group of hip, creative and intellectual University of Chicago students were coalescing into a group that would soon revolutionize both comedy and theater forever.
The Second City Touring Co.: Wednesday, Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m.
Claremont Trio: A day in the life
The award-winning Claremont Trio — twin sisters Emily Bruskin on violin and Julia Bruskin on cello, with Donna Kwong on piano — chronicle their life on the road.
Claremont Trio: Saturday, Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m.
Talking about The Merry Widow
A short conversation with Giorgio Lalov, artistic director/stage director of Teatro Lirico D'Europa.
Czech Opera Prague in The Merry Widow: Saturday, Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Friends of the Lied
Upcoming Events
Learn about the benefits and upcoming events
Purchase Tickets for the 07-08 Season
Looking at the Shaolin life
From the various Shaolin boxing techniques to the nature-inspired imitations of a roaring tiger, naughty monkey or cunning snake, to the graceful Taiji and the tough Qi Gong demonstration, the Shaolin Warriors give a performance that displays faith, discipline, respect and strength unmatched in the Western world.
Shaolin Warriors: Thursday, Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m.
The first thoughts of The Second City
In the 1950s, the War was Cold and Sen. Joseph McCarthy saw communists around every corner. Cars were big, TV screens were small, and in Chicago, a group of hip, creative and intellectual University of Chicago students were coalescing into a group that would soon revolutionize both comedy and theater forever.
The Second City Touring Co.: Wednesday, Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m.
Claremont Trio: A day in the life
The award-winning Claremont Trio — twin sisters Emily Bruskin on violin and Julia Bruskin on cello, with Donna Kwong on piano — chronicle their life on the road.
Claremont Trio: Saturday, Nov. 10, 7:30 p.m.
Talking about The Merry Widow
A short conversation with Giorgio Lalov, artistic director/stage director of Teatro Lirico D'Europa.
Czech Opera Prague in The Merry Widow: Saturday, Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.
Friends of the Lied
Upcoming Events
Learn about the benefits and upcoming events
