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Cultural Events - Spring 2015★Universityof Maine atPresque IsleNorth of OrdinaryPhoto © The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, Andrew Murad, 2009Warhol: FacesSelections from theUMPI CollectionReed Gallery, Campus CenterJanuary 20 – February 21Opening Reception:Friday, February 6, 5-7pmWARHOL: FACES features never before seenselections fromthe UMPI WarholCollection, whichincludes thenewly acquiredoriginal screenprintsby theartist. The exhibitionwill focus on Warhol’s attention to theportrait. With access to pop culture icons,socialites and the Hollywood elite, Warholphotographed his subjects countless timesto prepare for his finished art work. Thisexhibition will include images of WayneGretzky, Carly Simon, Queen Beatrix ofthe Netherlands and Sitting Bull. This exhibitionis made possible by the kind donationof artwork from the Andy WarholFoundation.Shakespeare LIVE!performs MacbethTuesday, February 10, 7pmAuditorium, Wieden HallOne man’s quest for power and the livesundone along the way—this is one ofShakespeare’s most dark and powerfulworks and one best experienced live andon stage. Join us for an evening of murderand intrigue when Shakespeare LIVE!brings Macbeth to the UMPI stage.Shakespeare LIVE!, the educational touringwing of The Shakespeare Theater of NewJersey, has performed for more than a halfmillion students since its inception in 1997.Hailed as innovative, visually stunning,and accessible to students, ShakespeareLIVE! promises an evening devoted to theexperience as the playwright intended—in performance.Black-JewDialoguesWednesday, February 4, 7pmAuditorium, Wieden HallPG-13What’s so funny about two American minoritiesthat have slavery, the KKK, andchicken livers in common? That’s whatyou’ll find out in this extraordinary twoactorplay on the history and absurdity ofwww umpi.eduprejudice and racism and the power of diversity.Produced by Emmy-award winnerRon Jones and veteran performer Larry JayTish, the Black-Jew Dialogues is an exhilaratingand insightful look at the state ofrace and cultural relations in America. Youlearn as much as you laugh. Followingeach performance is a discussion with theaudience.Distinguished Student LecturerBrigitte PrattTanzania: My Learning SafariTuesday, February 24, 7pmCampus CenterBrigitte Pratt, a UMPI seniormajoring in Athletic Training, traveled toAfrica in June 2014 to be the first participantin the Athletic Training Program’snewly developed international clinical opportunityat Kilimanjaro Christian MedicalCentre in Moshi, Tanzania. While there,she observed ina number ofhospital departmentsandworked with acommunitybasedorganizationthat servesthe needs of children with special medicalconditions.Susan SmithTea StainsMarch 6 – April 11Opening Reception:Friday, March 6, 5-7pmThe exhibition is a body of work that exploresa common everyday object with respect to itshistory and the current practices of its journeyfrom plantation field to the tea cup. The workuses non-traditional processes that are, in fact,very traditional materials in our society. Thetea, thethread, andthe processof handdyeing haveancient tiesto theworld, butSmith is seeking to use them in ways thatblur the borders between fine art and craft,politics and aesthetics. Smith holds a BFA inpainting and drawing from the University ofMaine, and an MFA in Intermedia. Currentlypursuing an Interdisciplinary PhD, Smithworks as coordinator for Lord Galleries and inthe department of New Media on the campusof the University of Maine in Orono.Comedian:Sammy ObeidWednesday, March 18, 7pmAuditorium, Wieden HallPG-13Lebanese-Palestinian-Syrian-Italian-American,born in Oakland, California, SammyObeid is best known for his 1,001 daystreak of consecutive comedy performances.Recently appearing on TBS’s Conanand NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Sammy’sstyle has been described as “intelligent,”“inspiring,” and “a youthful perspectivethat reaches all ages.” Sammy wields hisUC Berkeleydouble majorin Businessand Mathematicsand hislove for beingthe life of theparty, to discusssocial and political trends in a criticalyet hilarious way.University Distinguished LecturerTim BrookesEndangered AlphabetsThursday, March 19, 7pmCampus CenterTim Brookes is the founder ofthe Endangered Alphabets Project. Incorporatinghis skills as an artist, writer, painterand woodcarver, Brookes is working to“save” alphabets around the world thatare on the verge of extinction by carvingthem in wood. His Endangered Alphabetscarvings have been displayed across thecountry andaround theworld. Brookesis the awardwinningauthorof 14 books includingEndangeredAlphabetsand a 20-year commentator for NationalPublic Radio. Several examples ofBrookes’ Alphabets carvings will be on displayduring his talk.University DayUniversity Distinguished LecturerByron HurtHip Hop: Beyond Beats andRhymesTuesday, April 14, 7pmCampus CenterByron Hurt is an award-winningdocumentary filmmaker, published writer,and anti-sexist activist. Hurt has hosted theEmmy-nominated series, REEL WORKS WITHBYRON HURT and he has been featured byThe New York Times, O Magazine, NPR,CNN, Access Hollywood, and MTV. Hurtwill discuss his most popular documentary,HIP-HOP: Beyond Beats and Rhymes,which premieredat theSundanceFilm Festivaland was laterbroadcast onthe PBS seriesIndependentLens. The film tackles issues of masculinity,sexism, violence and homophobia intoday’s hip-hop culture.14th AnnualUniversity DayTransformers: StudentsChanging the WorldWednesday, April 15, 8am-4pma campus-wide eventEach April, this University conference showcasesstudents’ academic achievements.The general public and students from localhigh schools are invited to attend all activities.A schedule will be available April 10;go to www.umpi.edu/uday.À Cappella Group:Eh440Wednesday, April 8, 7pmAuditorium, Wieden Hall5 voices, 0 instruments, and 1 newamazing sound. This award-winning groupfrom Toronto, Ontario is “an unforgettablecombination of crazy beatboxing, sassyrapping, killer harmonies, and fresh,urban, RnB-influenced compositions.”David SmallOn The Surface:Manipulating Paint, Fiberand Textile in Mixed Mediain the NEW Reed Gallery,located on 2nd floor of theCenter for InnovativeLearning (formerly the Library)April 20 – June 7Opening Reception:Friday, May 1, 5-7pmDavid Small is an accomplished artistworking in a multitude of mediums. Hiswork has taken him to 70 countries andevery state in the continental UnitedStates. With three books published, Smallis considered an authority in quilting, surfacedesign, and acrylic paint. Small’s exhibitionwill feature his mastery ofexperimental quilting and unorthodoxcombinations of materials. For moreinformation about Small, please visit hiswebsite at davidksmall.com.UMPI/Community BandSpring ConcertMonday, April 27,Auditorium, Wieden Hall , 7pm(snow date is Monday, May 4)The UMPI/Community Band will performa concert conducted by Jon Simonoff. Avariety of music will be presented,including classic band literature,settings of choral music for concertband, marches, and contemporaryworks. The Band is composed oflocal and traveling musicians from middleschool age to retired music teachers. Admissionis free.FMI: jonrsimonoff@gmail.com.INDICATES University Distinguished Lecturer SeriesInfo: UDLS & other events 768.9452 ✩ Performing Arts 768.9582 ✩ Visual Arts 768.9442© David K. Small

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTEDNon-ProfitOrganizationU.S. PostagePAIDPresque Isle ME04769Permit No.75181 Main StreetPresque Isle ME 04769Schedule is accurate at press time and is subject to change.Classical pianistJohn NewellThursday, April 30, 7pm, Campus CenterContemporary classical composer and pianist John Newell returns to theUMPI campus for an evening of live classical music, including works byScarlatti and Debussy. In particular, Newell isslated to perform Beethoven’s Sonata No. 30in E Major, Opus 109, and Stephen Dankner’sA Pathetic Rag. He will also perform a selectionof his own original works. Newell’s workhas been commissioned by organizations fromNew York to Los Angeles, and has receivedsupport from the American Music Center, theMassachusetts Cultural Council and Meet the Composer.Northern Maine Chamber SocietyConcertSunday, May 3, 3pm, Campus CenterThe Northern Maine Chamber Society orchestra, under the direction of KevinKinsey, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a concert which will featuresoloists Sean Diette, saxophonist; Teresa Herold, mezzo soprano; and EmmanuelOrtega, cellist. The full orchestra and small ensembles will perform anassortment of both classical and popular music. Society members are fromMaine and New Brunswick. Admission is free. Info: Sue Herold, 473.7698.Senior Shows!in the Pullen GalleryApril 10-16DYLAN MARKIE, Mixed MediaApril 24-30CHELSEA SEARLES, Painting and DrawingMay 1-7RENEE MOORE, PaintingMay 8-17JESSALYN LEVESQUE, Mixed Media and InstallationNEW Reed GalleryGrand Opening!Friday, April 17, 5pmCenter for Innovative Learning(formerly the Library)Everyone is invited to join the University for the Grand OpeningCelebration of the Reed Fine Art Gallery, which will be moving to itsbeautifully redesigned home in the Center for Innovative Learning.The event will feature a toast to The Arts in Aroostook County, livemusic and refreshments. To RSVP, please call 768.9452 oremail info@umpi.edu. ★University of Maine at PRESQUE ISLE ★ North of OrdinaryOne of Maine’s Public UniversitiesIn complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and in pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine Systemshall not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, including transgender status and gender expression,national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veterans status in employment, education, and all otherareas of the University System. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.Questions and complaints about discrimination in any area of the University should be directed to Barbara DeVaney, Directorof Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity, 205 South Hall, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle ME 04769-2888, phone207.768.9750, TTY available upon request.ArtsCalendar/LglSpring2015/JANUARY2015www.umpi.edu