L-O-U Symphony entertains kids then adults on March 7
OXFORD TOWN – The Department of Music at the University of Mississippi is presenting its second concert of the 2010-2011 season on Monday, March 7, at 11:30 a.m at the Ford Center. The concert is titled L-O-U Symphony Student Soloists Concert. The concert is held especially for students in elementary grades and is under the direction of Dr. Ronald Vernon. Admission to the concert is free, however, participants will be responsible for transportation. Ample bus parking is available. At 8 p.m., the orchestra will present its Soloists Concert for the public to enjoy. Pages 4 and 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town have further details.
(March 3, 2011, Page 4, 5)
‘Swan Lake’ sells out Ford Center
OXFORD TOWN – The Russian National Ballet is bringing its acclaimed production of “Swan Lake” to the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts for one show on Friday, March 4. With an expected sellout for the performance, the Ford Center has announced that anyone with tickets that will not be used can turn them in to the UM Box Office. The ticket holder will be credited for a donation to support Ford Center programming and receive a charitable donation tax receipt for the amount of the tickets. Call 915-7411 for more information. (March 3, 2011, Page 3)
‘Charlotte’s Web’ set for Ford Center this Saturday
OXFORD TOWN – The delightful tale of a lucky pig and a kind spider, “Charlotte’s Web,” comes to life Feb. 12 at 3 p.m. at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Page 7 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has details of the enduring kids’ classic coming to town this Saturday. And, be sure to check out Oxford Town’s “Around Town” calendar on Page 4 each week for other music and cultural events headed to venues all over Lafayette County. (February 10, 2011, Page 7)
Emerson String Quartet set for Ford Center on Friday
OXFORD TOWN – The Emerson String Quartet (pictured), one of the most highly regarded quartets in the world, is slated to perform Friday, Jan. 21 at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude G. Castellow Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Turn to Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town for more information about the four musicians that have been dubbed “America’s greatest quartet.” And, on the same page, be sure to check out information about the musical “Forever Plaid” that opens at the Ford Center on Saturday, Jan. 22. (January 20, 2011, Page 8)
Urban Bush Women to inspire Oxford
OXFORD TOWN – Urban Bush Women, a contemporary dance company, is slated to perform Jan. 17 at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. In addition to the performance on Monday, the company will be conducting free workshops in different areas of the community and a community Pot-luck Dinner will be held at 6 p.m. at The Powerhouse. Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has details of this powerful dance troupe. (January 13, 2011, Page 8)
Oxford Ballet Presents the ‘Nutcracker Ballet’ this weekend
OXFORD TOWN – Oxford Ballet presents its fourth version of the “Nutcracker Ballet” on Dec. 11-12 at the Ford Center. Artistic Director Genevieve Fortner has assembled a group of world class, nationally recognized dancers as well as local actors and dancers to fill the cast. Pages 8 and 12 has information and tons of photos by photographer Mike Stanton featuring the annual performance that has become an Oxford tradition. (December 9, 2010, Page 8, 12)
Synergy Brass Quintet rings in season at Ford Center
OXFORD TOWN – The Synergy Brass Quintet will ring in the holiday season with two shows on Saturday, Dec. 4, at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Page 12 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has complete details. And, be sure to check out Page 17 which features another great Ford Center seasonal event, the University of Mississippi Choral Department’s Holiday concert set for Dec. 2. (December 2, 2010, Page 12)
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ set for Ford Center
OXFORD TOWN – A new and imaginative performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” plays at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, Nov. 12, at 8 p.m. Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has all the details of the Shakespearean play that’s headed to Oxford. The Aquila Theatre Company will also hold a free discussion at the University Museum on Saturday, Nov. 13, at 1 p.m. titled “Ancient Greeks/Modern Lives.” Check out Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town to plan your weekend of Greek classics. (November 11, 2010, Page 5)
Rhythm of the Dance headed to Ford Center
OXFORD TOWN – The University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center is hopping this week with two great dance events on the slate. Rhythm of the Dance is first up, set for Saturday, Oct. 23, at 8 p.m. Page 5 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has all the information you’ll need about this family-friendly show coming to town.. (October 21, 2010, Page 5)
‘Strega Nona, The musical’ headed to Ford Center
OXFORD TOWN – A show that brings fun for all ages, “Strega Nona, The Musical” is slated to raise its curtain at the University of Mississippi’s Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 16. Page 8 in this week’s issue of Oxford Town has all the details you and your family need to get you to the Ford Center for a full afternoon of entertainment this Saturday. (October 14, 2010, Page 8)
