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News Release EVENT NEWS / November 26, 2008 This Week at Boise State The following are upcoming events at Boise State University for the week of Nov. 30-Dec. 6. Please note that all events are subject to change. For updated information on all events, visit www.bsuevents.com. EVENTS OF SPECIAL NOTE: “Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” See Dec. 6 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, Dec. 1 Student Trumpet Recital. Morrison Center Recital Hall. 7:30 p.m. Dan Cross and Rachael Johnston. 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 Brickman’s 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. 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. Wednesday, Dec. 3-Saturday, Dec. 6 Theatre Majors Association Showcase. Morrison Center Danny Peterson Theatre. 7:30 p.m. This year’s production, “Almost, Maine,” is comprised of Boise State students who also directed and designed the play. 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 “Teamwork” by Glassock, “Storm 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, at all Select-a-Seat outlets, Morrison Center box office or online at http://www.IdahoTickets.com. Tuba Christmas. The Grove. 2-5 p.m. Tuba Christmas is an annual tradition featuring local musicians who bring musical cheer downtown. Free. For more information, call 426-3980. Saturday, Dec. 6 and Monday Dec. 8 “Hell’s Bells.” Student Union Special Events Center. 2 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8. The Boise State University English Majors Association and the Medieval Drama Guild join forces to bring four demonic tales to life in “Hell’s Bells.” The four plays are “The Last Judgment,” “Soul Food,” “The Knight and the Devil” and “Lady Prioress.” Admission is $6 general, $4 students and seniors at the door or by visiting Liberal Arts Building Room 228. For more information, contact Linda Marie Zaerr at 426-1213 or visit http://english.boisestate.edu/lzaerr/hellsbells.htm. Upcoming Events: Dec. 7-21 Sunday, Dec. 7 Department of Music Holiday Concert. Morrison Center. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $8 general, $6 students and seniors. Featuring Boise State’s choral ensembles, orchestra and more. The program includes Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf,” narrated by KTVB’s Mark Johnson. For more information, call 426-3980. Monday, Dec. 8 Student 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. 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 Recital Hall. 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. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12-13, 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. Saturday, Dec. 13 Holidays Around the World. Student Union Jordan Ballroom. 5-8 p.m. Call 426-5950. 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 Doolittle. $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 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. Friday, Dec. 19 Boise State Winter Commencement. Taco Bell Arena. 10 a.m. Visit http://www.boisestate.edu/provost/commencement/. Saturday, Dec. 21 Master Chorale, Handel’s “Messiah.” Cathedral of the Rockies, 711 N. 11th Street. 2 p.m. $18 general, $15 students faculty and staff. For more information, call 426-3980. -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 Monday, December 01, 2008
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