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News Release EVENT NEWS / November 12, 2008 This Week at Boise State The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Nov. 16-22. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit www.bsuevents.com. EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE: Greg Mortenson. See Nov. 18 for more details. EXHIBITIONS: Dec. 10-Jan 5. “You Are Here … and Other Random Coordinates.” Student Union Gallery. Reception from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 12; free parking will be available in the Liberal Arts parking lot during the reception. This exhibition features the work of 21 North American artists working in the hand-painted media. The portfolio was organized by Boise State printmaking professor Jill Fitterer. For more information, call 426-5800. Monday, Nov. 17 The Academy of St. Giles. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. The eight-member early music ensemble performs on replica instruments. Instrumental and vocal music of medieval France and Renaissance Denmark are featured. $5 general admission, $3 seniors and free for all students. For more information, call 426-3980. Tuesday, Nov. 18 Greg Mortenson. Morrison Center. 7 p.m. Mortenson’s appearance is part of Boise State’s First Year Read program. “Three Cups of Tea” tells the story of Mortenson, who sold everything and lived in his car to make good on his promise to an impoverished Pakistani village to build a school for its children. Mortenson combines his unique background with his intimate knowledge of the third world to fight terrorism with books and successfully bring education and hope to remote villages in central Asia. There are no tickets; seating is first-come, first-served. Groups of 10 or more should contact Brian MacDonald at 426-4624 for seating arrangements. For more information on Boise State’s First Year Read or Mortenson’s appearance, visit http://firstyearread.boisestate.edu. Business Seminars. Interactive Learning Center Room 404. 3:15-4:30 p.m. Young entrepreneurs will provide background on their businesses and the challenges they face. Young entrepreneurs are the driving force behind much of the innovative products and services we see today. Limited to the first 40 people register at www.idahosbdc.org. For more information about Boise State’s entrepreneurship week activities, contact Jim Hogge at (208) 426-3799 or jhogge@boisestate.edu, or Kent Neupert at (208) 426-2397 or kneupert@boisestate.edu. Wednesday, Nov. 19 Park and Ski Program. Student Recreation Center Classroom. 7-8 p.m. Learn about Nordic ski and snowshoe opportunities just north of Idaho City. You will get a visual tour of the 55-mile long Park N’ Ski trail system and the five backcountry yurts. If you plan to ski or snowshoe the deep powder at one of the yurts this winter, this program will help you plan a fun and safe trip. Free. Sponsored by Boise State Campus Recreation. Register at http://rec.boisestate.edu/outdoor/adventure/index.cfm. For more information, call 426-1946. “Under the Influence.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. “Under the Influence” will have two screening one at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. This film is produced by Teton Gravity Research and follows the world’s best skiers and snowboarders on an endless pursuit for deep powder lines in the Cascades, huge backcountry drops in the Tetons and steep, menacing lines in Romania. Tickets are $8 with pre-purchase prior to Nov. 19 at the Outdoor Program office and $10 on the day of the show. The Outdoor Program office, located in the Student Recreation Center, is open Monday-Saturday from 1-7 p.m. For more information, call (208) 426-1946. Business Seminar. Interactive Learning Center Room 404. 3:15-4:30 p.m. Hispanic entrepreneurs are a growing part of Idaho’s entrepreneurial community. Three successful entrepreneurs will share their experiences. Limited to the first 40 people register at www.idahosbdc.org. For more information about Boise State’s entrepreneurship week activities, contact Jim Hogge at (208) 426-3799 or jhogge@boisestate.edu, or Kent Neupert at (208) 426-2397 or kneupert@boisestate.edu. Thursday, Nov. 20 “Batman: The Dark Knight.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Batman battles his greatest rival, the Joker, in a non-stop action flick. Rated PG-13. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by the Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail spbfilms@boisestate.edu. Business Seminar. Interactive Learning Center Room 404. 3:15-4:30 p.m. Angel investors will provide a picture of equity investing, taking into account the banking crisis and its impact on equity investing. Limited to the first 40 people register at www.idahosbdc.org. For more information about Boise State’s entrepreneurship week activities, contact Jim Hogge at (208) 426-3799 or jhogge@boisestate.edu, or Kent Neupert at (208) 426-2397 or kneupert@boisestate.edu. Piano Recital. Morrison Center.7:30 p.m. Students of Del Parkinson. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Friday, Nov. 21 “The Forgotten Carols.” Morrison Center. Since “The Forgotten Carols” release in 1991, Michael McLean has performed a theatrical version to sold-out audiences throughout the United States. McLean is a songwriter, composer, author, performer, playwright, film producer and director. Tickets are $12-$20; groups of 10 or more $9.75-$16. Tickets are available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com. Upcoming Events: Nov. 28-Dec. 18 Friday, Nov. 28 Football vs. Fresno State. Bronco Stadium. 4 p.m. For more information, call 426-4737. Bronco Bash Tailgate. Alumni Center. 2-4 p.m. For more information, call 426-1698. Monday, Dec. 1 Recital. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Dan Cross, trumpet and Rachael Johnston, trumpet. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Tuesday, Dec. 2 Broadway in Boise presents “Jim Brickman’s Christmas Show.” Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Jim Brickmans holiday concerts have been compared to a gathering of friends and family that resonates with the true spirit of Christmas. Brickman performs his hits, along with beloved carols and holiday standards. Tickets are $25-$75, available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com. Students of Craig Purdy Violin Sonata Recital. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Tuesday, Dec. 2-Wednesday, Dec. 3 Students of Craig Purdy Violin Sonata Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Wednesday, Dec. 3 Vocal Jazz and Jazz Ensemble Concert. Special Events Center. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 seniors, free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980. Students of Craig Purdy Violin Sonata Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Wednesday, Dec. 3-Saturday, Dec. 6 Theatre Majors Association Showcase. Morrison Center Danny Peterson Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 general, $3 students, seniors and military at the door. For more information, call 426-1690. Thursday, Dec. 4 “House Bunny.” Special Events Center. Life at the Playboy mansion is great, until you get evicted. Shelly, a former Playboy bunny, is kicked out of the Playboy mansion and has nowhere to go. Somehow she stumbles upon a sorority house in dire need of help. Rated PG-13. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by the Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail spbfilms@boisestate.edu. Trombone Choir and Brass Ensembles. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 seniors, free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980. Friday, Dec. 5 Boise State University Percussion Ensemble. Morrison Center Room B125. 7:30 p.m. The concert will feature “Team Work” by Glassock, “Strom Warning and Dance” by Riley and “Windstone Suite” by Spears. “The Hanukkah Party” and “The Little Jazz Drummer Boy” will help usher in the holiday season. $5 general, $3 seniors, free to students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980. Percussion Ensemble Concert. Morrison Center Band Room. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 for students faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980. Saturday, Dec. 6 “Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Morrison Center. 7 p.m. This Christmas tale, based on a new classic by Barbara Robinson, tells the story of a couple putting together a church Christmas pageant. They run into trouble and are faced with casting the Herdman Kids, who are known as the most awful kids in history. The result is a delightful evening of fun, mayhem and entertainment. Tickets are $10, available by calling 426-1110, all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com. Tuba Christmas. Centre on the Grove. 2-5 p.m. Tuba Christmas is an annual traditional featuring local musicians who bring musical cheer downtown. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Sunday, Dec. 7 Department of Music Holiday Concert. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $8 general, $6 students and seniors. For more information, call 426-3980. Monday, Dec. 8 Students Chamber Music Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Tuesday, Dec. 9 Clarinet Studio and Clarinet Choir Concert. Morrison Center Recital Hall. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Wednesday, Dec. 10 All Campus Concert Band. Special Events Center. 7:30 p.m. $5 general, $3 for students faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980. Thursday, Dec. 11 The Elektric Havoc. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. The music of the Beatles, 1962-1969, is performed by music majors and graduate students in the Music Department’s Rock History class. $5 General Admission, $3 Seniors and free for all students. For information, call 426-3980. “Pineapple Express.” Special Events Center. 7 p.m. Seth Rogen plays an unlucky stoner who stumbles upon a cop committing a murder. Now Rogen and his friend/dealer are on the run from this murderous cop. Rated R. Free for students, $1 for non-students. Sponsored by the Student Programs Board. For more information, e-mail spbfilms@boisestate.edu. Friday, Dec. 12 Cello Studio Recital. Morrison Center. 5 p.m. Students of Brian Hodges. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Friday, Dec. 12-Saturday, Dec. 13 Theatre Arts Dance Concert. Morrison Center Danny Peterson Theatre. Dec. 12-13 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Dec. 13. $5 general, $3 students, seniors and military at the door. For more information, call 426-3957. Friday, Dec. 12-Sunday, Dec. 14 “The Nutcracker.” Morrison Center. 8 p.m. Dec. 12; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 13; 2 p.m. Dec. 14. “The Nutcracker” ballet is a timeless masterpiece that features a classic story between good and evil. Featuring music by Russian composer Peter Tchaikovsky. $20-$50 for adults, $10-$40 for children under the age of 12. Available by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.Idahotickets.com. Sunday, Dec. 14 “It’s a Wonderful Christmas” Tour with Michael W. Smith. Taco Bell Arena. 7 p.m. Smith will be joined by former “American Idol” contestant Melinda Doolitte. $40-$75 by calling 426-1776, or at all Select-a-Seat locations or at http://idahotickets.com. Thursday, Dec. 18 “Lord of the Dance.” Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Michael Flatley’s “Lord of the Dance” is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance, a classic Irish folk tale of good versus evil, as well as a passionate love story that is expressed through exhilarating dance numbers. $25-$46 by calling 426-1110, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.Idahotickets.com. -30- Media Contacts: Julie Hahn, University Communications, juliehahn@boisestate.edu. (208) 426-5540; John Lewis, University Communications, nsintern@boisestate.edu \(208) 426-3196. Boise State University is “The New U Rising” with record student enrollment, new academic buildings, additional degree programs and a growing research agenda. Learn more at www.boisestate.edu.
Last reviewed on Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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