Apr 25 Thursday
It’s one hot night as Benise, “The Prince of Spanish Guitar,” and his Emmy Award winning production come to town as part of his global tour. Armed with his Spanish guitar, Benise will take the audience on an unprecedented and epic adventure through Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Parisian Waltz,exotic drumming, and more!
‘The Prince of Spanish Guitar’ - Dancing With The Stars ‘Bennissimo!’ - Chicago News ‘Extreme Flamenco Fusion’ - Screen India FIESTA! showcases songs from Benise’s 7th PBS Special. Performing classic Rock anthems from Led Zeppelin and AC/DC and fusing them with Spanish guitar and dance to bring a fierce intensity to these new interpretations. In addition, Benise adds his signature touch to classics such as “Ave Maria, “Moonlight Sonata,” and Vivaldi’s “Summer” from The Four Seasons.
For Benise, music has always been a journey. From his humble beginnings as a street performer, to being featured on the #1 rated show in the USA – Dancing With The Stars, and performing around the world. “I wanted to push the boundaries of Nuevo Flamenco/Spanish guitar while combining the elements of dance and theater. This show is a celebration of all the shows we’ve done over the last 20 years,” comments composer, virtuoso guitarist and creative force behind the event, Benise.
The Emmy Award-winning composer along with an international cast of musicians and dancers will entertain audiences with a two-hour show that “is an escape from all their problems,” Benise says. “Much like the recent PBS special, with this show I want to take the audience on an escape to Spain…to a beautiful Spanish courtyard filled with Flamenco dancers, stunning costumes, and fiery Spanish guitars. BENISE adds, “This is a great show for the whole family; I really think we have something for everyone. I hope people will be inspired by our story, by the music, by the production--and have the passion to follow their own dreams. I have always loved to travel, my heritage is Bohemian (from Prague), so I think it’s in my blood. I can’t wait to go to new cities, meet new people, and play every night--it’s what I live for.” The Theatrical World Music and Dance spectacle that has been called “The Latin Riverdance”
In this on-going, Tuesday night meditation class, you'll receive step-by-step guidance on meditation practices that lead to lasting inner peace. Come learn methods for increasing happiness and letting go of mental pain and suffering.
This drop-in meditation class includes teachings along with guided meditationsEach class is self-contained and is also presented as part of a series. Drop into any class you likeThese classes are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitionersWear comfortable clothing - we provide the chairsEveryone welcome!
$10 / $5 for students
From seed-saving to culture-saving, four fabulous films on the special role food plays in community life. Each film in this series provides insight into an important element of a community food system. "Seed, the Untold Story," chronicles the work of passionate seed keepers, intent on protecting our 12,000 year old seed legacy. "Food for Change" focuses on how food co-ops can revive neighborhoods and support local economies. "Gather" highlights Native efforts to reclaim cultural identities through food sovereignty. "Eating our Way to Extinction" is a new documentary on the relation between food and the future of our planet. This film series is hosted by 6 Flagstaff non-profits and the City of Flagstaff's Sustainability Program, dedicated to creating a food-secure Flagstaff.
Robert Neustadt, Ph.D., Professor of Global Languages and Culture at Northern Arizona University presents an engaging and informative lecture on performance art and activism that places Francisco González Castro’s work in a contemporary global context.
Gather is an intimate portrait of Native American foodways and their importance to the spiritual, political, and cultural vitality of indigenous peoples. Inspiring stories of the native food renaissance include Nephi Craig, a chef from the White Mountain Apache Nation (Arizona), opening an indigenous café as a nutritional recovery clinic. This presentation is part of the "Creating a Community Food System" film series sponsored by Flagstaff College and Communiversity in partnership with Flagstaff food organizations and the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office.
Jonathan Larson’s Pulitzer Prize winning musical RENT, hit Broadway by storm 26 years ago and it continues to resonate for audiences. Loosely based on Puccini’s La Boehme, RENT tells the story of young artists struggling to survive as creatives in New York City under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. Through the darkness of poverty, disease, and tragedy, RENT makes clear that our lives lose meaning without a community to give testimony. April 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 at 7:30pm and April 21 at 2pm
The NAU Collegiate Band Presents "Love & Light,” featuring Ezekiel Webber, Conductor; Jake LaBate, Conductor; Andrew Schmidt, Guest Artist; and Kaia Guscott, Guest Artist. The concert includes music by: Standridge, Mendelssohn, Hall, Iwai, Loggins-Hull, Bocook, Williams, and Albéniz.Join us on Thursday, April 25th at 7:30 PM in Ardrey Auditorium
Apr 26 Friday
Visualizing Scientific Discovery
Work with experienced researchers to illustrate scientific discoveries through digital artwork and visual communication. In a series of online lectures, exercises, and activities, you'll create figures and illustrations for research presentations, publications, and social media posts while developing skills using Adobe Photoshop to reflect your personal style. Exploring how artistic and scientific expression operate synergistically, you'll collaborate with your peers and instructor to support your research with visual aids. After completing this course, you will understand and recognize the elements of effective visual communication to inform your publications and presentations. This non-credit course is designed to help practicing scientists and students from all scientific disciplines improve their communication skills.
Course Modality: This course is offered online with synchronous Zoom office hours.
Course Instructor: Victor Leshyk
Course Dates: Tuesday, January 30 through Friday, May 24 2024
Cost: $499
Course Materials: It is highly recommended that each student purchase a digital drawing tablet.
NAU employees are eligible for a 10% discount! Please contact ContinuingEd@nau.edu for more information.
Registration Deadline: January 31st
For more information, contact: ContinuingEd@nau.edu
Victor O. Leshyk is the Director of Science and Art for the Center for Ecosystem Science and Society at Northern Arizona University. He brings more than two decades of experience as a freelance science artist for major museums, top scientific journals, news outlets, national labs, universities and other educational outreach. His work has featured prominently in both lay-friendly media such as popular science magazines as well as Congressional reports and other formal communications.
Join us at Pay n' Take, your favorite local bar, for a month-long event dedicated to supporting our furry friends at High Country Humane! 🍻 Throughout April, every pour from the community tap will contribute $1 towards High Country Humane's vital programs, including animal rescue, shelter care, medical treatment, and adoption services. Your support will directly benefit homeless pets in our community, providing them with the love, care, and second chances they deserve. 🐶 Sip for a purpose and help us make a difference in the lives of animals in need. Gather your friends, enjoy refreshing drinks, and let's raise our glasses to compassion and community! 🐾💞Together, let's drink to kindness and brighter futures for our furry companions!
Stop by the NACA Oak Creek Overlook Vista for beautiful & authentic Native American crafts! Our Artisans can also be found at the Grand Canyon Tusayan Museum!
The Overlook Vista is open daily from 8 AM to 4 PM, depending on the weather. Crafts that can be found at our Artisans' tables include jewelry, ornaments, pottery, sculptures and much more! Check out the Oak Creek Overlook Facebook and Yelp pages for more info and up-to-date hours.
If you have questions or would like general information, please contact Pearl Tsosie at (928) 526-2968 ext.135 or email her at ptsosie@nacainc.org