College of DuPage Calendar of Events December 2008
2, Tuesday
At the McAninich Arts Center - Small Group Jazz. McAninch Arts Center, Studio Theatre, noon, free. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
3, Wednesday
At the McAninich Arts Center - Percussion Ensemble. McAninch Arts Center, Theatre 2, 7:30 p.m., $4. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
4, Thursday
At the McAninich Arts Center - Guitar Ensemble. McAninch Arts Center, Theatre 2, 2:30 p.m., free. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
4, Thursday
At the McAninich Arts Center - Concert Choir/Chamber Singers. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 7:30 p.m., $4. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
4, Thursday
At the McAninich Arts Center - Small Group Jazz. McAninch Arts Center, Studio Theatre, noon, free. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
4 to Jan. 10
Gahlberg Gallery Art Exhibit - Studio Art Faculty Exhibit. An exhibition of new work by College of DuPage studio art faculty. Features painting, sculpture, drawing, design, printmaking, photography, jewelry and more. Gallery hours: Mondays to Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Thursdays, 6 to 8 p.m.; Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; also open during Mainstage events and by appointment. For more information, call (630) 942-2321.
5, Friday
At the McAninch Arts Center - The Mulligan Mosaics Big Band with special guest Judi Silvano. With regular Chicago appearances and a featured performance at last summer’s Chicago Jazz Festival, The Mulligan Mosaics Big Band presents the music of jazz giant Gerry Mulligan and his Concert Jazz Band. Led by baritone saxophone virtuoso Ted Hogarth and featuring some of Chicago’s most sought-after musicians, the band is joined by guest vocalist Judi Silvano. With flair and precision, The Mulligan Mosaics promote the genius, magic and beauty of Gerry Mulligan’s music. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 8 p.m., tickets $30/28/20. For ticket information, call (630) 942-4000.
7, Sunday
At the McAninch Arts Center - DuPage Chorale. Major works are performed with the DuPage Chorale Orchestra and soloists. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 7:30 p.m., tickets $16/14/6. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
9, Tuesday
At the McAninich Arts Center - DuPage Community Concert Band. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 7:30 p.m., $4. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
10, Wednesday
At the McAninich Arts Center - Chamber Orchestra. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 7:30 p.m., $4. For more information, call (630) 942-4000.
13, Saturday
At the McAninch Arts Center - A Celtic Holiday featuring Gavin Coyle, benefiting the People’s Resource Center. Celebrate the holidays with award-winning singer-songwriter Gavin Coyle. Singing original tunes and traditional holiday songs, his concert engenders the warmth of Christmastide. Holiday favorites and Irish carols will release the holiday spirit in us all, as Gavin shares his music and we share with those in need. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 8 p.m., tickets $25. For ticket information, call (630) 942-4000.
13, Saturday
At the McAninch Arts Center - New Classic Singers: A Child’s Christmas. A family-friendly salute to the holidays, featuring timeless carols and a special bearded visitor. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 1 p.m., tickets $10/8. For ticket information, call (630) 942-4000.
14, Sunday
At the McAninch Arts Center - New Classic Singers: Family Christmas Album 27, All Carols. Our holiday tradition! An entire concert of beloved holiday carols, spanning the world and the centuries, with great arrangements by Luboff, Waring, Shaw-Parker and the newest generation of choral arrangers. A treat for your ears, your memories and your hearts. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 4 p.m., tickets $22/20/12. For ticket information, call (630) 942-4000.
19, 20 and 21, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
On Tour at the McAninch Arts Center - Von Heidecke Chicago Festival Ballet: The Nutcracker. Celebrate the holiday by creating childhood memories that only sugarplum fairies, toy soldiers and swirling snowflakes can conjure. This timeless classic returns, taking Tchaikovsky’s marvelous score and creating a winter wonderland of excitement and awe with colorful sets, luxurious costumes, exquisite ballerinas and Kenneth von Heidecke’s innovative choreography. Co-sponsored by Hilton, Lisle/Naperville. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, Friday, 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 2 and 7 p.m., tickets $35/33/25. For ticket information, call (630) 942-4000.
31, Wednesday
At the McAninch Arts Center - New Philharmonic - Viennesse Pops New Year’s Eve. Chosen by the Chicago Tribune last year as a not-to-be-missed sold-out concert … reserve your seats now for this unique New Year’s Eve celebration. Experience the Viennese waltzes and polkas, and, of course, all of the musical surprises that only Maestro Muspratt has up his sleeve. Returning for this celebration is soprano Michelle Areyzaga, who thrilled our audiences singing Mimi in La Boheme. McAninch Arts Center, Mainstage, 8:15 p.m., tickets $60/58/50. For ticket information, call (630) 942-4000.