News Release

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March 8, 2005

THIS WEEK AT BOISE STATE                  

The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of March 13-19. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, go to http://events.boisestate.edu.

Events of special note:  
Christopher Hogwood, see March 15.
“Full Monty,” see March 18-19.

SUNDAY, MARCH 13

Kevin Shumard, trumpet, and Jeff Gander, oboe. Student recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. Call 426-3980.

MONDAY, MARCH 14

“A Son’s Tragic Death in Iraq, a Father’s Journey for Peace,” lecture by Fernando Suarez del Solar. Student Union Hatch Ballrooms A and B. 7:30 p.m. Presented by Cultural Center, School of Social Work, Department of Sociology, ALAS of Albertson’s College of Idaho, St. Mary’s Church, St. Mark’s Social Justice Committee, Catholic Charities, ICAN, Snake River Alliance, Interfaith Alliance of Idaho, OELA and the Idaho Peace Coalition. Free. Call 426-5950.

TUESDAY, MARCH 15

Brown Bag Video Discussion. Cultural Center. Noon. Screening of “En Cadenados en Silencio” (in Spanish), followed by discussion. Free. Call 426-5950.

“Sunset Story,” Diverse Perspectives Film Series. Cultural Center. 5:30 p.m. Set against the backdrop of a retirement home for political progressives, “Sunset Story” goes inside the world of two women, Irja (81) and Lucille (95), whose feisty engagement with life draws them together. Presented by the Cultural Center, Student Activities, Independent Television Service, International Programs Office and Idaho Public Television. Free. Call 426-5950.

Christopher Hogwood, director and founder of The Academy of Ancient Music. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 7 p.m. Maestro Christopher Hogwood presents “The Past is a Foreign Country, They Do Things Differently There.” Hogwood conducts a repertoire ranging from the baroque to contemporary, always with the prevailing philosophy of revealing the original sound-world of the composer. Presented by the Distinguished Lecture Series. Free. Call 426-1790.

Tuba Euphonium Concert. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. The BSU Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble, under the direction of Boise State professor Michael Fischer, and student soloists from the tuba and euphonium studios will be featured performing works from the Renaissance through the 20th century. Tickets are $5 general, $3 for

 seniors and free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call 426-3980.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16

Ethnic Student Luncheon. Student Union Farnsworth Room. Noon. A chance to meet with other students, faculty and staff. Sponsored by the office of the vice president of Student Affairs. Free. Call 426-5950 to RSVP.

“Beyond the Da Vinci Code: The Historical Mary Magdalene,” lecture. Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room. 7 p.m. Assistant professor of history and director of Gender Studies Lisa McClain presents a lecture on “who was Mary Magdalene?” In the midst of competing arguments, she will separate fact from speculation while discussing a woman portrayed as the apostle to the apostles, the worst of sinners and the most elevated of saints. Free. Call 426-4259.

BYU-Idaho Sacred Music Oratorio. Morrison Center Main Hall. 7 p.m. BYU-Idaho presents a newly commissioned sacred music work by David A. Zabriskie, “The Testament of Paul, His Witness of Christ to the World,” with the BYU-Idaho Symphony Orchestra and a more than 200-voice choir. Tickets are $1 through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494.

“The Politics of Help: Foreign Assistance and the Boxing Day Tsunami,” lecture by political science professor Ross Burkhart. Liberal Arts Building Room 106. 7:30 p.m. Presented as part of the lecture series “Terror From the Sea: Understanding the 2004 Ocean Tsunami.” Free. Call 426-1709.

BSU Flute Choir Concert. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. The BSU Flute Choir and Flute Quartet, chosen to perform at the National Flute Association’s annual convention, perform works by Gianella, Holst, Kennedy, Offermans and Ravel. Tickets are $5 general, $3 for seniors and free for students of all ages and Boise State faculty and staff. Call 426-3980.

MARCH 16-17

Celebrate Wellness! Mind, Body, Spirit Conference. Student Union Building. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Featuring Andrea Girman, MD, MPH; Virginia Reath, RPA, MPH; and David Morehouse, Ph.D. Also featuring breakout sessions by local wellness experts. Exhibit space available. Discounted pricing for students. For more information or to register, call 426-5685 or visit www.boisestate.edu/healthservices/wellness/misc/MBSday.asp.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17

Jeff Gander, oboe, student recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 5 p.m. Free. Call 426-3980.

Coffeehouse Concert Series. Paradigm. Student Union Brava! Stage. 5-7 p.m. The band Paradigm’s melodic alternative rock sound and live shows have caught the attention of the music industry and continue to attract a significant fan base. Fronted by Shannon Curtis, the band is set apart in a genre dominated by male leads. Paradigm draws listeners in with a gripping vocal style and inspiring lyrics. Presented by Student Activities. Free. Call 426-4636.

Kristin Newhall, senior violin recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall.  7:30 p.m. Call 426-3980.

MARCH 18-19

“The Full Monty.” Morrison Center Main Hall. 8 p.m. March 18; 2 and 8 p.m. March 19. “The Full Monty” is the hit Broadway musical about six good buddies whose desperate plan to get their lives back together requires them to triumph over their fears, their nerves and their clothes. Nominated for 10 Tony Awards. Presented by Broadway in Boise. Tickets are $25-$46 through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494.

MARCH 18, 19, 21, 24, 25, 26

“Joshua: The Musical.” Special Events Center. 7:30 p.m. March 18, 19, 21, 24 and 25; 2 p.m. March 26. Presented by LDS Student Association. Tickets are $5 through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-1494.

FRIDAY, MARCH 18

Happy Hour. Cultural Center. 3-5 p.m. Free. Call 426-5950.

SATURDAY, MARCH 19

Percussion Day. Morrison Center Room B-125 and Recital Hall. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets are $10 general and free for Percussion Arts Society Members. Call 426-3980.

UPCOMING EVENTS

MARCH 21-27

Spring Break.

FRIDAY, MARCH 25

Happy Hour. Cultural Center. 3-5 p.m. Free. Call 426-5950.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26

African Night. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 6-11 p.m. Tickets are $10 general, $6 for BSU students with ID and $5 for children age 5-12 through Select-a-Seat. Call 426-5950.

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Rachel Bonilla, communications and marketing, (208) 426-3196

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Last reviewed on Thursday, December 22, 2005