David Sedaris
With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today.
Bubbly About Opera
Join us for lively multi-media presentations on all things opera! This open conversation series allows participants to consider what makes up the backbone of opera while deconstructing prior stereotypes in a calm environment perfect for beginners to lifetime fanatics! Broaden your knowledge of opera through a series of multi-media presentations and discussions in WHBPAC’s Gallery/Lounge, […]
Niccolo Ronchi and Anastasiia Mazurok
Concert pianist Niccolò Ronchi has been lauded by both critics and audiences for his incredible virtuosity, great expressiveness, and the communicative power of his interpretations. At an early age, Ronchi distinguished himself at national and international piano competitions. He has performed both as a soloist and with orchestras, in over 200 recitals and concerts.
Described as "spellbinding" by Northwest Music Scene, Anastasiia Mazurok is an award-winning concert violinist and Rockefeller Foundation Fellow at the Juilliard School. A native of Saint Petersburg, Russia, Anastasiia gave her concerto debut with orchestra at the age of thirteen. She has performed extensively throughout Russia, the United States, Japan, France, and Austria. She is currently touring with multi-platinum, Grammy winning trumpeter/composer Chris Botti, performing to sold out crowds across the world.
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Bubbly About Opera
Join us for lively multi-media presentations on all things opera! This open conversation series allows participants to consider what makes up the backbone of opera while deconstructing prior stereotypes in a calm environment perfect for beginners to lifetime fanatics! Broaden your knowledge of opera through a series of multi-media presentations and discussions in WHBPAC’s Gallery/Lounge, […]
Brandon “Taz” Niederauer + Friends of the Brothers
Ferocious guitar player Brandon Niederauer, nicknamed "Taz", teams up with Friends of the Brothers for a double billing that can't be missed!
Based in New York City, Brandon has had the opportunity to play with many of his musical idols. In recent years, he’s shared the stage with multiple members of the Allman Brothers Band, including Gregg Allman, Derek Trucks, Warren Haynes, Butch Trucks, and Oteil Burbridge, as well as a variety of other notable musicians, including Buddy Guy, Stevie Nicks, Lady Gaga, Slash, Jon Batiste, Dweezil Zappa, Eric Gales, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Dr. John, Gary Clark Jr., Col. Bruce Hampton, Eric Krasno, George Porter Jr., Robert Randolph, Karl Denson, Doug Wimbish, and John Popper. He has also performed with Tedeschi Trucks Band, The String Cheese Incident, Umphrey's McGee, The Revivalists, Dumpstaphunk, Blackberry Smoke, Galactic, and countless other bands.
The Friends of the Brothers is a celebration of the music of the Allman Brothers Band, with members closely associated with the original band and continuing the brotherhood with passion, committed to the ideals of every night being special and unique. Guitarist/singer Junior Mack has fronted Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band for 12 years and starred in the critically acclaimed Broadway show Lackawanna Blues. Guitarist Andy Aledort played with Dickey Betts for 12 years, has recorded with Double Trouble and Band of Gypsys and toured with Experience Hendrix. Singer/guitarist Alan Paul is the author of One Way Out, the definitive, best-selling Allman Brothers Band biography based on 25 years of reporting on and interviewing the band.
Bubbly About Opera
Join us for lively multi-media presentations on all things opera! This open conversation series allows participants to consider what makes up the backbone of opera while deconstructing prior stereotypes in a calm environment perfect for beginners to lifetime fanatics! Broaden your knowledge of opera through a series of multi-media presentations and discussions in WHBPAC’s Gallery/Lounge, […]
Bubbly About Opera
Join us for lively multi-media presentations on all things opera! This open conversation series allows participants to consider what makes up the backbone of opera while deconstructing prior stereotypes in a calm environment perfect for beginners to lifetime fanatics! Broaden your knowledge of opera through a series of multi-media presentations and discussions in WHBPAC’s Gallery/Lounge, […]
An Author’s Afternoon: Overture of Hope
Join Isabel Vincent and Alexandra Fee in a Q & A discussion about Vincent's new book, Overture of Hope.
Overture of Hope tells the tale of the Cook sisters in 1930s Europe, who both share a passion for opera. This takes them on frequent trips to Germany and Austria to see their favorite stars perform. But as clouds of war gather, the stars of Continental opera, many of whom are Jewish, face dark futures under the Nazis.
What can two British spinsters do? Against all odds, the sisters conspired to bring together worldwide opera aficionados and insiders in an operation to rescue Jews in the opera from horrific fates. By the time war did arrive, the Cooks and their operatives had plucked over two dozen Jewish men and women from the looming maw of the Holocaust and spirited them to safety in England.
Damien Sneed’s Joy to the World
Joy to the World: A Christmas Musical Journey takes the listener through Damien Sneed’s original arrangements of gospel, jazz and classical favorites. This performance features a cast of ten singers and musicians performing well-known holiday classics such as “Silent Night”, “This Christmas”, “O Come Emmanuel”, “Little Drummer Boy”, “The Christmas Song”, “Joy to the World”, excerpts from Handel’s “Messiah”, and many others!