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EVENT NEWS RELEASE / March 11, 2009

This Week at Boise State

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of March 15-21. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit www.bsuevents.com. 

EVENT OF SPECIAL NOTE:
“China Night.” For more detail see March 18.

EXHIBITIONS:
Through March 20. “Beautiful Terrible: New Work by Amanda Hamilton.” Visual Arts Center Gallery 2. Amanda Hamilton is an assistant professor of drawing and painting at Northwest Nazarene University. Her new photographs and video reference the phenomenon of the disappearance of White Lake in Bolotnikovo, Russia, in May 2005. For more information, call gallery director Kirsten Furlong at 426-3994 or e-mail kfurlong@boisestate.edu. 

Through March 22. Photographic Art Collective Student Exhibition. Student Union. Striving to innovate through technique and exploration, this exhibition’s objective is to bring into awareness the footprint that we all leave on the planet. The student photographers hope to create conversation regarding conservation, recycling, personal barriers and ecological innovation.

Through July 23. Artwork by Charles Gill. Special Events Center Lobby. Gill’s artwork will appear courtesy of the Stewart Gallery. For more information about the Fine Arts Program at the SUB, visit http://finearts.boisestate.edu or call 426-5800.


Sunday, March 15
Guest Pianist, Naoki Natsume. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 4 p.m. $5 for general, $3 for students and seniors at the door. Call 426-3980.

Boise Jazz Society. Boise Blue Note, 461 Main St. 7 p.m., doors open at 6:15 p.m. Featuring Hal Galper Trio. $4. Limited seating for Jazz Society members only. To learn more about the BJS, visit http://boisestate.edu/music/BJS/ or e-mail msamball@boisestate.edu.

Boise State Orchestra Concert. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30p.m. $5 for general, $3 for students and seniors at the door. Call 426-3980.


Monday, March 16
Concert featuring guest artist David Johnson and Betsi Hodges. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Guest artists David Johnson will play the viola and Betsi Hodges will play the piano. $5 for general, $3 for students and seniors at the door. Call 426-3980.

Tuesday, March 17
Senior Viola Recital, Rod Royce. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Diverse Perspectives Film Series: “Taking Root.” Student Union Lookout Room. 5:30 p.m. Free. “Taking Root” is the story of 2004 Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai, the founder of Kenya’s Green Belt Movement. Following the film, Kaziah Sullivan, community outreach specialist for the International Rescue Committee, will speak about human rights, democracy, the environment and the power of one woman. For more information, call 426-4317.

Wednesday, March 18
“China Night.” Jordan D Ballroom. 6:30 p.m. Featuring traditional Chinese dances, music, kung fu, dinner and songs performed by Boise State students and local Chinese residents. Presented by the Boise State Chinese Club. $3 for non-students, $2 for students. For more information, e-mail cindyhill@u.boisestate.edu.

Guest Pianist, Kathryn Christensen. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980.

Wednesday, March 18 –Friday, March 20
Education Conference: The Politics of Environmental Health. Student Union Hatch Ballroom. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. The conference will discuss the following topics: paving the way for progressive water policy, carbon monoxide poisonings associated with recreational watercrafts, urban pesticides, and rabies and bite management in Idaho. Free for students, but registration is encouraged. For non-student registration information and a conference agenda, visit http://www.ipha.wildapricot.org/. 

Thursday, March 19
Boise State Alumni Night: Idaho Stampede vs. Reno Big Horns. Qwest Arena. 6 p.m. Boise State Alumni and their families can head to the floor and sit courtside to watch the players warm up and can participate in high fiving Stampede players as they are introduced. After the game alumni and their families have a chance to get autographs from their favorite players and dance team members. $7 per ticket or $10 for a Boise State Burger Bundle by calling 388-4667.

Sneak Preview, “Adventureland.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Life after college can be tough for some people, especially for Jesse Eisenberg. With no work experience and no jobs to be found, Eric turns to a job at his local amusement park. Even though Eric isn’t at his dream job, what he finds at the park will benefit him for the rest of his life. This comedy is rated R. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail SPBfilms@boisestate.edu. 

Faculty Artist Series, Rothko Piano Trio. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Featuring musicians Besti Hodges, cello and piano, Jo Nardolilo, violin and Linda Kline Lamar, viola. $5 for general, $3 for students and seniors at the door. Call 426-3980.

Friday, March 20
Joint Senior Recital, Baritone Patrick Scott and Soprano Mary Catherine Scott. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 5 p.m. Free. Call 426-3980.

MFA Reading Series: Poet Lyn Hejinian. Student Union Lookout Room. 7:30-9 p.m. Free and open to the public, the MFA Reading Series brings nationally renowned authors and poets to the Boise State campus. Past speakers include Rick Bass, Chris Offutt, Rae Armentrout, Alice Notley, Michael Palmer, Joy Williams, Anthony Doerr, Denis Johnson, Richard Bausch and Nathaniel Mackey. For more information, contact Jacob Powers at 426-2669 or jacobpowers@boisestate.edu.

Education Conference: The Politics of Environmental Health. Hatch Room. 7 a.m.-Noon. The conference topics include food and safety, molds and other indoor air quality issues. Free for students, but registration is encouraged. For non-student registration, prices may vary. For conference agenda and registration information, visit http://www.ipha.wildapricot.org/. 

Upcoming Events: March 24-April 12

Tuesday, March 24-Thursday March 26
Ain’t Misbehavin’. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7:30 p.m. This show originally opened on Broadway in 1978 and instantly made history. Within four weeks, this musical revue won every award a musical can win in a season. The show combines 30 songs and piano solos and enormous talent to bring Fats Waller alive on stage. $28-$48. Tickets are available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, the Morrison Center box office or http://www.idahotickets.com. 

Tuesday, March 31
Junior Trumpet Recital, Brendan Grzanic. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. Call 426-3980.

Gene Harris Jazz Festival. April 1-3.

Wednesday, April 1
The Three Pianists: A Gene Harris Legacy Concert. Stueckle Sky Center RR Ranch Club. 6 p.m. This year’s festival will kick off with a “Town and Gown” fundraising concert celebrating Gene’s musical legacy. Pat Coil, Mark Levine and Chuck Smith will play music inspired by the era of Gene’s performances with “Three Sounds,” Ray Brown’s Trio and the Gene Harris Quartet. The $100 tax-deductible admission to this exclusive event includes beverages and hours d’oeuvres. Proceeds support the festival and jazz scholarships for Boise State students. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.idahotickets.com.

Thursday, April 2
Headline Concert: The Pat Coil Sextet. Student Union Grand Ballroom. 8 p.m. Born in Jefferson City, Mo., Coil is an extremely accomplished pianist, composer, producer, arranger and programmer, as well as a highly respected studio musician. His talent spans the musical spectrum of pop, jazz, R& B, gospel, country and so much more. To read more and watch videos about Coil visit http://www.geneharris.org/artists/Pat-Coil. $15-$35 at http://www.idahotickets.com or 426-5299.

Thursday, April 2 Friday, April 3

How to Play Jazz and Improvise with Jamey Aebersold. Student Union Grand Ballroom.11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. For more information, visit http://www.geneharris.org/ 

Campus Jazz Club Crawl: Six Great Artists in Six Fantastic New Venues. 5-7:30 p.m. Three venues will be set up in the Student Union Building as all-age night clubs featuring local bands the Frim Fram Four and the Brianne Bower-Gray Quintet, as well as Portland’s swinging Pete Petersen Porkpie Septet. Music and atmosphere is built around the theme “When Swing Was King.” In addition, two 21-and-over clubs will feature saxophonist Jamey Aebersold with pianist Mark Levine and Boise’s own New Trio. $10 at http://www.idahotickets.com or 426-5299.

Friday, April 3
Headline Concert: Pete Escovedo’s Latin Jazz Orchestra. Student Union Grand Ballroom. 8 p.m. Legendary percussionist Pete Escovedo broke down the barriers between smooth jazz, salsa, Latin jazz and contemporary music. His name has been synonymous with Latin jazz for more than 50 years. To see his many more accomplishments and to watch a video, visit http://www.geneharris.org/artists/Pete-Escovedo. $15-$35 at http://www.idahotickets.com or 426-5299.

Saturday, April 4
Cleft Caves Adventure. Meet at Outdoor Programs Office. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Registration ends March 27. Pre-trip meeting at 7 p.m. April 1. Idaho is filled with underground adventure opportunities. Included in the cleft formation is Smith’s Crack Cave, which is considered a fissure cave and offers a variety of exploration opportunities. This is a great chance to get out your flashlight and explore the caverns of Idaho. $35. Register at Boise State Campus Recreation by calling 426-1946 or visiting http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm.

Saturday, April 4-Sunday, April 5
Snake River Backpacking. Meet at Outdoor Programs Office. Registration ends March 27. Pre-trip meeting at 7 p.m. April 1. The Birds of Prey area is the perfect place for a spring backpacking trip because the area offers warm days, lots of wildlife and a rich interpretive history. The trip will travel along the Snake River and Bonneville flood plain boulders to see remnants of mining homesteads, old placer claims and tall basalt cliffs. $70. Register at Boise State Campus Recreation by calling 426-1946 or visiting http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm.

Thursday, April 9
“The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.” Student Union Grand Ballroom. 7 p.m. Benjamin is cursed to live life backwards; he was born into an aged and old body that slowly transforms into a body resembling a baby. Even though Benjamin ages differently, a romantic connection develops and turns this curious case into a love story. Rated PG-13. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail SPBfilms@boisestate.edu. 

Saturday, April 11-Sunday, April 12
Birds of Prey/Snake River Canoe. Meet at Outdoor Programs Office. Registration ends April 4. Pre-trip meeting at 7 p.m. April 8. Spend one night camping on the river and float from Black Butte to Swan Falls Dam. This stretch is suitable for canoeing and is a great place to check out the natural history and beauty associated with the Snake River. Additionally, the raptors in this area include everything from golden eagles and kestrels to northern harriers. $75. Register at Boise State Campus Recreation by calling (208) 426-1946 or visiting http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm. 

Thursday, April 16
“Yes Man.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. “Yes” is the new “No” for Carl Allen, played by Jim Carrey. Carl is a man who always says no to life, but decides to go to a seminar that changes his life forever. Rated PG-13. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail SPBfilms@boisestate.edu. 

Thursday, April 23
“Paul Blart: Mall Cop.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Safety never takes a holiday and Paul Blart lives by this motto. Even in the face of extreme danger from vicious bank robbers, Blart protects his mail. Rated PG. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail SPBfilms@boisestate.edu. 

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Last reviewed on Wednesday, March 11, 2009