Stephen F. Austin State University

JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET
September 11, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

Guitarist John Jorgenson and his world-class musicians are returning to Turner Auditorium to once again ignite the house with their gypsy jazz! John, a former member of the Desert Rose Band, The Hellecasters and Elton John's band, will amaze you with his dazzling guitar work, searing clarinet and vocals.

PRESS RELEASE

Single tickets: $35 for A seating, $29 for B seating and $17.50 for C seating. Discounts available for seniors, students and youth.

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GRANDEUR AND VIRTUOSITY
ORCHESTRA OF THE PINES
October 18, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

We welcome the 2008 Schmidbauer Competition winner, pianist Kwan Yi, in performing Liszt’s Second Piano Concerto. The orchestra will open the concert with Rossini’s ever-popular William Tell Overture, and the presentation of Sibelius' Symphony No. 2 will bring the evening to a powerful close.

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Single tickets: $18 for adult, $12 for senior and $6 forstudent.

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HUGO WOLF QUARTETT
October 23, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

 

Founded at the Vienna Conservatory, the Hugo Wolf Quartett has developed into one of the most sought-after string quartets of its generation. Their repertoire spans from the classical music of the late 18th century to contemporary jazz works by Kenny Wheeler.

PRESS RELEASE (10/07/08)

Single tickets: $35 for A seating, $29 for B seating and $17.50 for C seating. Discounts available for seniors, students and youth.

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BIG RIVER: THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN
By William Hauptman and Roger Miller
Produced by the SFA Schools of Theatre and Music
November 18 - 22, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

This hilarious, heartfelt musical tells Mark Twain's unforgettable tale of adventure, friendship and redemption with country, gospel and Dixieland jazz-inspired songs by legendary Roger Miller ("King of the Road"). Big River won seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Scott Shattuck directs.

Story and language drawn directly from novel. Please read our Content Advisory page.

PRESS RELEASE (11/04/08)
PRESS RELEASE (11/11/08)

Single tickets: $18 for adult, $12 for senior and $6 for student.

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CHERRYHOLMES BLUEGRASS CHRISTMAS
November 25 , 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

Join America's new first family of bluegrass for a Christmas special full of the group's hard-driving instrumental virtuosity and explosive vocal harmonies. The group performs regularly on the Grand Ole Opry, and their 2007 release, Cherryholmes II, opened up at #1 on the Billboard Charts.

Visit Cherryholmes on the Web at:
www.cherryholmes.musiccitynetworks.com/

Single tickets: $35 for A seating, $29 for B seating and $17.50 for C seating. Discounts available for seniors, students and youth.

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SAINT LOUIS BRASS
February 6, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

You'll love the Saint Louis Brass Quintet and their entire spectrum of music--from the works of today's composers to the magnificent Baroque and special jazz arrangements! The group's exciting and engaging programming combined with their virtuoso playing repeatedly brings audiences to their feet.

Single tickets: $35 for A seating, $29 for B seating and $17.50 for C seating. Discounts available for seniors, students and youth.

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THE ELEPHANT MAN
By Bernard Pomerance
Produced by the SFA School of Theatre
February 24 - 28, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

Bernard Pomerance's touching drama that explores human isolation is based on the true story of the deformed John (Joseph) Merrick and Dr. Frederick Treves' attempt to integrate him into London society. Allen Oster directs this winner of numerous awards, including the 1979 Tony Award for Best Play.

Recommended for mature audiences. Please read our Content Advisory page.

PRESS RELEASE (02/10/09)

Single tickets: $18 for adult, $12 for senior and $6 for student.

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PARSONS DANCE
March 7, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

The athleticism, exuberant personality and joyous movement that is Parsons Dance is a reflection of David Parson's brilliant choreography that fuses the gestures and movements of modern dance with the discipline and precise execution expected from classical dancers.

PRESS RELEASE (02/17/09)

Single tickets: $35 for A seating, $29 for B seating and $17.50 for C seating. Discounts available for seniors, students and youth.

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SFA OPERA
Produced by the SFA School of Music
April 2 - 4, 7:30 P.M.
W.M. Turner Auditorium

The SFA School of Music showcases its talent with one of the masterpieces of operatic literature, sung in English.The production (title to be announced in the fall) will include an orchestra,full set and costumes, and, of course, beautiful music and voices.

Single tickets: $18 for adult, $12 for senior and $6 for student.

Art Exhibitions are sponsored in part by:

Gallery Series Art Exhibitions

LYNN SAVILLE: NIGHT VISION
October 3 - December 12
Cole Art Center

Saville's luminous photographs, taken in post-twilight hours, reveal the startling polarity between the ordinariness of day and the mystery and melancholy of darkness. Traces of human activity exist, but the absence of individuals underscores the respite and solitude offered by night.

Opening reception on Oct. 3 at 6 p.m.; register for a post-opening night photography expedition with Saville.

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