Cultural Arts
Marymount College is pleased to present programs for every cultural taste as part of our mission to promote lifelong learning and support the arts. From our exceptional fall and spring theatre productions to our Business Breakfast Series, there is something to inform and entertain everyone.
PLAN YOUR SPRING CULTURAL CALENDAR
THE LINCOLN ASSASSINATION |
COOL JAZZ |
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Delve into the little known history of the Catholic's response to the trial and execution of the Lincoln conspirator, Mary Surratt as Marymount professor Dr. Ken Zanca discusses his book The Catholics and Mrs. Mary Surratt. |
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 7:30 pm · College Auditorium · $15 at the door Michael Powers, guitarist and composer has shared the stage or recording studio with the likes of Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis and even the legendary Ray Charles. Don’t miss this extraordinary evening of music. |
| Ito/Matsuura Film Series Continuing to honor the memory of two students who were senselessly gunned down in a random robbery in 1994, the Ito Matsuura Film Series presents the best in independent cinema. We wish to thank the Ito and Matsuura families whose generosity helps maintain this event. |
THE GROUND BENEATH OUR FEET THURSDAY, MARCH 26 The Ground Beneath our Feet is the subject of Dr. Diann Kiesel, Professor of geology and physical geography at the University of Wisconsin Colleges. Don’t miss this fascinating look at the geology of the peninsula! |
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"AMERICAN SON" |
"I'LL COME RUNNING" |
"COYOTE" | |
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THURSDAY, MARCH 5 Free Before shipping out to Iraq, a 19 year old goes home to learn that he has outgrown his friends. He falls deeply in love with a young woman, a love made bittersweet by his fear that he will not be coming home again, except in a body bag. |
TUESDAY, MARCH 24 College Auditorium Free A casual fling during a backpacking trip shakes things up for a Danish man, his best friend and his family when the girl he shared a few days with shows up on his doorstep. |
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1 When two Americans smuggle their deported friend back to the United States, they find that they could turn a favor into a lucrative business – only to find the consequences dire. |
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LET US ENTERTAIN YOU |
POETRY TO YOUR EARS |
CURTAINS UP! | IN CONCERT |
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FRIDAY, MAY 1 The Elixir Piano Trio, winner of the “Most Distinguished Musician Award” at the 2005 IBLA International Competition in Italy, performs both traditional and modern repertoire with classical, folk and jazz influences. |
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15 the Performing Arts 27570 Crossfield Dr. Rolling Hills Estates Free · No reservations Marymount College faculty, staff, students and friends will delight you with an evening of music, song and dance during the Marymount College Spring Recital. |
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Chapel · Free Celebrate Shakespeare and National Poetry Month with Marymount Professor, Dr. Charles Spurgeon. Dr. Spurgeon will read from and sign his book, The Poetry of Westminster Abbey. |
APRIL 23-24-25 Agatha Christie’s classic, The Mousetrap, comes to the Marymount stage. 8:00 pm Thursday & Saturday performances. 6:00 pm · Friday Dinner Theatre |
No reservations required except for the dinner theatre. Tickets at the door only.
All programs will be held in the Marymount College auditorium unless otherwise indicated.
Marymount College is located at 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes. Parking is plentiful and free.
For information other than theatre performances please call 310.303.7223 or e-mail rforster@marymountpv.edu
| HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2008: | ||
| Dr. Michael Baden | Author Laura Hillman | Author Caroline Ludwig |
| Diann Kiesel | Bruce Schwartz | John Sanders |
Marymount College 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275-6299 Tel (310) 377-5501 Fax: (310) 377-6223
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