The ambiance in Williams Center can get downright thunderous. This past Monday evening, the Williams Center for the Arts showcased a group of Lafayette student entertainers. Under the direction of Professor of Music J. Larry Stockton, the Lafayette College Percussion Ensemble performed their final concert. With the exception of a handful of seats, the house was […]
When students venture into the Farinon atrium this Saturday, they will see an event that showcases an individual's identity through the avenues in art. Sponsored by Lafayette African and Caribbean Students Association (LACSA), Lafayette Activities Forum (LAF) and Association of Black Collegians (ABC) the event entitled EXposure Art-Fashion Experience. Anthropology and sociology major, and Chinese minor, Marcus Vilmé […]
This Mother’s Day, the Lafayette and Easton community members have the opportunity to share a special gift with their mothers. As the final performance of the Williams Center Performing Arts Series for the 2015-2016 season, French countertenor Philippe Jaroussky will be singing on Lafayette’s campus. The concert will feature Jaroussky’s rare vocal quality in musical […]
After over a weeklong process to install the exhibit, Judy Pfaff’s “Somewhere After” will be displayed in the Grossman Gallery in the Williams Visual Arts Building until April 16. Pfaff has received countless awards, including a MacArthur Award, a Guggenheim Fellowship and recently the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Sculpture Center. Now, she is the Grossman Artist […]
A jazz veteran will bring a new musical experience to Williams this weekend. Bill Goodwin began his career at age 17. Ever since then, he has been taking gigs and playing with jazz greats. He’s now the artist-in-residence at Lafayette College and this Saturday at 8 p.m., the Grammy award-winning drummer will be performing at the Williams Center […]
Nestled in the back corner of the Williams Center for the Arts, the Williams Center Gallery sometimes goes unnoticed by Lafayette student traffic. The “Gail Skudera In Time/ Out of time. Woven Photo Collages” exhibit will be displayed up until Feb. 21, though, allowing plenty of time for students to check it out. The gallery […]
Play group Filter Theatre delivers a unique take on The Twelfth Night The Filter Theatre’s performance of “Twelfth Night” was everything but traditional Shakespeare. The audience walked in to the Williams Arts Center auditoriumlast Tuesday and saw the stage already set with tables and chairs strewn about, holding instruments, digital equipment and an assortment of […]
World-renowned orchestra to play Friday Winter Storm Jonas has passed. Students have returned to campus. The spring semester is underway, and with it Williams Arts Center’s series of events. Today at 8 p.m. in the Williams Arts Center, the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and pianist KhatiaBuniatishvili will be performing a variety of music by composers such […]
An interview with ensemble director Kirk O’Riordan The Lafayette College Contemporary Music Ensemble (LCCME) will perform their final concert this evening. The concert will be held at 8 p.m. in the Williams Arts Center, and opened to the general public. Assistant Professor of Music Kirk O’Riordan has directed the LCCME for the past several semesters. […]
Classical musicians perform moving music in Williams Center On Tuesday, members of the Lafayette and Easton communities stepped in from the windy day to enjoy an evening of music. With nothing on stage besides four chairs and four music stands, the audience could take in the sheer beauty of the music. The Takàcs Quartet began […]
Dress-up options for any budget Halloween is supposed to be scary. Coming up with a costume for the big day, however, shouldn’t be a frightening experience. Here are some quick n’ easy, last-minute do-it-yourself costume ideas that won’t break your bank. Charlie Brown: Use a yellow golf shirt or t-shirt. Draw a zig-zag around the […]
Actor Julian Sands pays tribute to friend and mentor Harold Pinter A large crowd gathered Tuesday night to enjoy award-winning actor Julian Sands’ performance in “A Celebration of Harold Pinter,” directed by John Malkovich. The stage was almost barren. A small, square, wooden table stood humbly in the center. Atop the table rested a copy […]
Earlier this week, Lafayette students had a chance to combine their passion for fashion with their passion for sustainability. Lafayette students were given the opportunity to become involved in one of H&M’s sustainability efforts this past Tuesday. Students strutted their stuff in the Marlo Room for Lafayette’s first “Close the Loop Fashion Show.” Many of […]
Ancient celebration brings East Asian culture to campus Lafayette students will be able to attend the Moon Festival, a traditionally East Asian celebration, this Sunday in the Marlo Room. The festival originated years ago around the time of the Zhou Dynasty. The lords of the realm realized that the moon’s movement was closely related to […]
