Can you see the shape of your soul in the everchanging clouds? Your personal salvation in the giant expanse of sky? For the ensemble cast of characters that make up the prairie community at the heart of The Mighty Red, existential questions are constantly close to the surface. In her newest novel, author Louise Erdrich immerses […]
Do you ever find yourself holding back instead of taking a risk? There can be many reasons for erring on the safe side, as well as barriers that make it more difficult –– or daunting –– to pursue our goals. But Chase Jarvis, award-winning photographer and co-founder of online community and education platform CreativeLive, suggests […]
Join us for an exciting event with Tui T. Sutherland, the bestselling author behind the #1 New York Times and USA Today series Wings of Fire. Sutherland will discuss the limited edition release of The Dragonet Prophecy, the first book in the series, offering insights into the world of dragons and the captivating characters that have enchanted […]
Town Hall’s beloved literary series, curated by Jane Kaplan, returns for another afternoon of readings brought to life by local actors. In some traditions, October is considered a time when the veil between the living and the dead grows thin. And a time of greater communication between these realms. Join Bradford Farwell, Sarah Harlett, and […]
Transcend into the spiritual and historically grounded rhythms of Hindustani slide guitar with renowned musician Pandit Debashish Bhattacharya. He’s your virtuoso’s favorite virtuoso. Bhattacharya is an award-winning artist who is known throughout the world as the unrivaled master of Hindustani slide guitar. A product of the demanding tradition of the ancient guru-student training system, he […]
Celebrate women who rock in a discussion with the hosts of NPR music’s series Turning the Tables as they share their new book How Women Made Music: A Revolutionary History from NPR Music. Uncovering the role women have played in shaping the music industry, editor Alison Fensterstock brings long-overdue recognition to female artists, challenging traditional best album lists and […]
Program Jonathan Ong, violin Dorothy Ro, violin Abigail Rojansky, viola Jonathan Dormand, cello String Quartet No. 1 in E-flat Major, Op. 12 Felix Medelssohn (1809-1847) Adagio non troppo—Allegro non tardante Canzonetta—Allegretto più mosso Andante espressivo Molto allegro e vivace String Quartet No. 9 in E-flat Major, Op. 117 Dmitri Shostakovich (1906–1975) Moderato con moto Adagio […]
Get ready for a musical adventure like no other with Sophie Lukacs! Born in Budapest and now living in Montreal, Sophie grew up playing the violin and learning about classical music. But when she traveled to Africa, she discovered a magical instrument called the kora, traditionally played only by men in the Mandingue culture. Determined […]
The city of Rome is a legacy locale in countless areas of history and culture. For teenage refugee André Aciman, Rome was also a source of life-changing challenges, charms, and connections that would have a place in his heart for years to come. In his upcoming book Roman Year: A Memoir, Aciman recounts the ways his […]