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Pillow Talk

Adapted by Christopher Sergel
Based on a screenplay by Stanley Shapiro and Maurice Richlin

WED-SAT, OCT 1-4
 STUDIO THEATRE

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Pillow Talk

Adapted by Christopher Sergel
Based on a screenplay by Stanley Shapiro and Maurice Richlin

WED-SAT, OCT 1-4
 STUDIO THEATRE


Jan Morrow, a successful young decorator, finds herself sharing a telephone line with playboy songwriter Brad Allen. Irritated by Brad tying up the line with his frequent calls to one girl or another, Jane joins in on his conversation, sparking an ongoing phone-feud where antics ensure, along with new love.
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JMU Jazz Band and Jazz Ensemble with guest artist Jeff Coffin, saxophone

MON, OCT 6
 CONCERT HALL

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JMU Jazz Band and Jazz Ensemble with guest artist Jeff Coffin, saxophone

MON, OCT 6
 CONCERT HALL


Jeff Coffin is a saxophonist and composer who has earned international acclaim for his work with Dave Matthews Band and Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, as well as his 23+ solo projects. The JMU Jazz Band and Jazz Ensemble were founded in 1971, and membership in each is determined by audition each semester. JMU jazz groups have performed at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Terrace Theater, Montreux International Jazz and Blues Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival and VMEA annual convention.
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Liza Stepanova, piano

TUE, OCT 7
 RECITAL HALL

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Liza Stepanova, piano

TUE, OCT 7
 RECITAL HALL


Praised by The New York Times for her “thoughtful musicality” and “fleet-fingered panache,” Liza Stepanova is in demand as a soloist, collaborator, and educator.
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The Play That Goes Wrong

By Henry Lewis, Henry Shields, and Jonathan Sayer

TUE-SUN, OCT 7-12
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE

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The Play That Goes Wrong

By Henry Lewis, Henry Shields, and Jonathan Sayer

TUE-SUN, OCT 7-12
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE


The Play That Goes Wrong is “comic gold” (Variety), winning awards around the world, including the Olivier Award for Best New Comedy plus a Tony Award for Best Scenic Design. A 1920s whodunit, The Play That Goes Wrong has everything you never wanted in a show—an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines).
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JMU Concert Band and Symphonic Band

"A Hero's Journey"

A collaborative concert reading of the 7th Age of the Lord of the Rings

WED, OCT 8
 CONCERT HALL

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JMU Concert Band and Symphonic Band

"A Hero's Journey"

A collaborative concert reading of the 7th Age of the Lord of the Rings

WED, OCT 8
 CONCERT HALL


This concert will feature a narrated reading of a script written by Concert Band member Brandon Stees, with carefully curated music provided by the JMU Concert Band. Journey alongside Brandon and his team of adventurers, while enjoying music from composers such as Alfred Reed, Samuel Barber, and even one of our current composition students, Mr. Daniel Huggins, for his premiere of “Of Myth and Monster.”
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JMU Wind Symphony

FRI, OCT 10
 CONCERT HALL

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JMU Wind Symphony

FRI, OCT 10
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Wind Symphony, under the direction of Christopher Cicconi, is the premier woodwind, brass and percussion ensemble at JMU. The Wind Symphony is committed to performing the great works of the wind band’s core repertoire while also exploring the best of contemporary composition. 
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A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile

SUN, OCT 12
 CONCERT HALL

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A Solo Evening of Music with Chris Thile

SUN, OCT 12
 CONCERT HALL


Acclaimed GRAMMY Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter, composer, and MacArthur Fellow recipient of the prestigious “Genius Grant,” Chris Thile is a multifaceted musical talent, described by The Guardian as “that rare being: an all-around musician.” Don’t miss this extraordinary solo performance that will take your breath away! Great seats are still available in the Choral Balcony section behnd the stage.  Video
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Harley-Fadial Duo

MON, OCT 13
 RECITAL HALL

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Harley-Fadial Duo

MON, OCT 13
 RECITAL HALL


The Harley-Fadial Duo has performed across the U.S. and on recording, treating audiences to their probing and thoughtful interpretations for over 20 years. Andrew Harley and John Fadial first performed together as faculty colleagues at the University of North Carolina and have managed to continue their collaboration.
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JMU Madison Singers and Chorale

TUE, OCT 14
 CONCERT HALL

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JMU Madison Singers and Chorale

TUE, OCT 14
 CONCERT HALL


Please join Addison Walton, DMA candidate in the JMU Choral Area, for her Lecture Recital: Corporeality in Choral Sound: The Elements of Consonant Diction that Shape Pre-Expressive Presence, Listener Perceived Clarity, and Expression in English-Language Choral Music.
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JMU Chamber Orchestra

WED, OCT 15
 RECITAL HALL

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JMU Chamber Orchestra

WED, OCT 15
 RECITAL HALL


The JMU Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Kira Omelchenko, is conducted by graduate orchestral conducting students and comprises of strings, winds, brass, and percussion musicians.

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