National Theatre of London: Medea
Pollak TheatreHelen McCrory (The Last of the Haussmans) returns to the National Theatre to take the title role in Euripides’ powerful tragedy, in a new version by Ben Power, directed by Carrie Cracknell.
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Fifty Years of ‘Makin’ This Guitar Talk: A Bruce Springsteen Forum
The Great HallThe Friends of Bruce Springsteen and Monmouth University will sponsor a unique Springsteen-themed forum in celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of Bruce Springsteen’s first major steps towards becoming a professional musician.
The structure of the forum will be centered around a series of moderated panel discussions on various Springsteen-related topics, allowing the audience to hear from and interact with a variety of authors and scholars. Tickets will be available at the door. Cash Only.
$10 (without lunch)
Auction for BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN limited edition print
Pollak GalleryA limited edition 20” x 30” print taken by photographer Barry Schneier at the historic May 9, 1974 Bruce Springsteen concert at the Harvard Square Theatre in Cambridge, Massachusetts is up for auction!
An Evening With Thom Zimny
Pollak TheatreIn celebration of Bruce Springsteen’s 65th birthday, Friends of The Bruce Springsteen Special Collection and Monmouth University will host this special evening of films celebrating Bruce Springsteen. Thom Zimny has served as Bruce Springsteen’s film/video archivist and collaborator since 2001.For this unique celebratory evening, Zimny plans to “dig deep” into Bruce Springsteen’s personal, official film/video archives, presenting all of his selections with high-quality visuals and sound on the big screen using Pollak Theatre’s state-of-the-art projection system. Tickets on sale August 28 at 10 AM
$20
Making Trouble: Three Generations of Funny Jewish Women
The Great Hall AuditoriumMaking Trouble: Three Generations of Funny Jewish Women tells the story of six of the greatest female comic performers of the last century – Molly Picon, Fanny Brice, Sophie Tucker, Joan Rivers, Gilda Radner, and Wendy Wasserstein.
Organized by the Jewish Cultural Studies Program and the Office for Global Initiatives.
Bystander Intervention: A Key Element in Going from Attitude to Behavior Change – A Lecture by Dr. John D. Foubert
The Great Hall AuditoriumThe bystander intervention model is the latest trend in sexual assault awareness. This session will review the research on bystander intervention, the steps of bystander intervention, a model program for men and a model program for women, and outcomes showing the efficacy of both programs.
Augustana
Pollak TheatreThe band from Southern California (by way of Illinois) makes a rare coastal New Jersey appearance fronted by singer-guitarist-pianist and primary composer Dan Layus; with a revamped lineup, a new record label, and a new leg of tour dates behind their well-received 2014 release, Life Imitating Life. The whispery vocal verses and Coldplay-inspired ivories of the band’s early singles “Boston” and follow-ups “Sweet and Low” and “Hey Now” vaulted to the Top 10 at AAA Radio. Then in 2011, for the band’s self titled album on Epic, Layus had a major surprise with a punchier, more immediate sound that carried melodic currents of Soul Asylum, Tom Petty, Chris Isaak and Bruce Springsteen. Now the new album reconciles the various facets of the Augustana sounds through a succinct rhythmic attack and crisp production — with bright radio-ready anthems like “Ash and Ember” sharing the ride with introspective plaints like “Remember Me,” under the flag of Layus’s unerring pop instincts. Opening the show will be Jim and Sam.
$35, $45, $60 (Gold Circle)
Spirit Week 2014
Fun & spirited events leading up to Homecoming!
Shadow’s Birthday
Join the Student Alumni Association as they kick off Spirit Week in celebration of Shadow’s birthday. The party starts at 7 p.m. in the Student Center. There will be treats, contests and giveaways!
Aquila Theatre’s Wuthering Heights
Pollak TheatreAquila Theatre brings to life Emily Bronte’s classic story of all-consuming passion with its new production of Wuthering Heights. Bringing its signature style and dynamic approach, Aquila re-imagines one of the most famous love stories ever told with this heart wrenching new production. Aquila Theatre is renowned for its ability to adapt works of classical literature into enthralling and mesmerizing live performances. Impeccable design and a unique physical style combine with a marvelous cast to make Wuthering Heights an exquisite and captivating theatrical experience.
Pre-Show Discussion with Cast at 7 pm
$35, $45