February 18, 2011

JF Kennedy Center: Performing Arts Series

John F. Kennedy Center: Performing Arts Series - 60 Minutes

Every Thursday @ 8:00 p.m.

Thursday February 24 - Up Close and Personal with Jerry Herman
Join an evening filled with personal stories and songs as the
accomplished lyricist looks back on his career.

Thursday March 3 - Up Close and Personal - A tribute to Frank Loesser
Over the course of his career, Frank wrote more than 700 songs
and five Broadway musicals and contributed music and lyrics
to dozens of films.

Thursday March 10 - Performing Arts - From Page to Stage: Locomotion
Have you ever wondered how all the elements of a theater production
come together for the final product? Maria Salvadore talks about
the creation of her book Locomotion.

Thursday March 17 - Performing Arts- The Suzanne Farrell Ballet:
Deconstruction Divertimento - Suzanne Farrell along with her
acclaimed ballet company presents a performance and demonstration.

Thursday March 24 - Performing Arts - Telling Stories: Linda Sue Park
Ms. Park reads from her recent novels and discusses what
inspired them. She also talks about her desire to explore her heritage
and her passion for baseball.

Thursday March 31 -  Performing Arts - Telling Stories: Richard Peck
Creative writing students join a moderator as they join Richard Peck
to discuss his recent books, his work and the craft of writing.
He also gives advice for aspiring young writers.