SXU Staff Council and the Office of Alumni and Parent Relations invite staff, faculty, alumni, and friends for an evening of spectacular performances by the Joffery Ballet Company at the American Legends showcase!
The event is scheduled for Thurs., Feb. 21. Guests will begin the evening at 4 p.m. with a reception at Gilhooley’s Grande Saloon. Then, at 5:30 p.m., attendees will board transportation to the Auditorium Theater in Downtown Chicago. At 6:30 p.m., guests will have an opportunity to greet performers at a special “Meet the Artists” pre-show event.
The American Legends performance will consist of works including:
- Choreography: Jerome Robbins
- Music: Morton Gould
- A lavish and bright color palette and unapologetic energy set the tone for this playful romp that celebrates the exuberance of children as they grow up.
- “Exhilarating” – The New York Times
Nine Sinatra Songs
- Choreography: Twyla Tharp
- Music: Frank Sinatra
- The classic voice of Sinatra will set you swinging during this wildly popular Tharp piece that explores dance in sultry, glamorous and sometimes comic vignettes.
- ”An indisputable winner” – The New York Times
- Choreography: Gerald Arpino
- Music: Maurice Ravel
- A lush duet in which a beautiful sea nymph falls in love with a man, despite the tragic consequences.
- ”Effectively sensuous” – The New York Times
Admission for this event is $65 per person and includes reception, transportation, the “Meet The Artists” session, and theater performance admission.