UK Today
Bicycle Exhibit | ||
| Jan. 15-Feb. 13, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Rasdall Gallery, Student Center - SAB kicks off the semester with a unique exhibit featuring different types of bicycle-themed art. Admission is free. Sponsored by the UK Student Activities Board. More info 859-257-8867. | ||
| Contact: | ashlee.harris@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uksab.org | |
Audible & Edible Concert | ||
| Jan. 18, 3:30-5 p.m., UK Art Museum - Hot Art and Cool Music, a collaboration with the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra Chamber Music Series. Enjoy the music of trumpeter Joe Van Fleet and pianist Ryan Shirar as they bring to life the art and times of Robert Motherwell and Jasper Johns. Tickets (859-233-4226): $15 in advance, $16 at the door. More info 859-257-8164. | ||
| Contact: | kristine.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum/ | |
Robert C. May Photography Endowment Lecture Series Exhibit | ||
| Until Feb.15, 12-5 p.m. (closed Mondays & UK holidays), UK Art Museum in the Singletary Center for the Arts - An-my Le was born in Vietnam in 1960 and came to this country as a political refugee in 1975. Her work as a photographer is deeply rooted in her personal history but also raises larger questions about our perceptions of and relationship to war. Free. More info 859-257-5716. | ||
| Contact: | kristine.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum/ | |
Robert Motherwell and Jasper Johns: Poetic Works As Metaphor | ||
| Until Mar. 1, 12-5 p.m. (closed Mondays and UK holidays) - An exhibition of forty-six lithographs, etchings and aquatints, each produced with a relationship to poetry. UK Art Museum. $5 general admission, $3 senior citizens, free for all students, UK faculty, staff, and alumni. More Info 859-257-5716. | ||
| Contact: | kristen.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum | |
Cheap Seats Presents "W" | ||
| Jan. 20, 8-10 p.m., Worsham Theater, Student Center - For two nights every week, students can watch the flicks they love, or missed, in theaters. In light of the 2009 inauguration this week, the 2008 chronicle of the life and presidency of George W. Bush, "W", will be featured. Tickets: $1-students. Sponsored by the UK Student Activities Board. More info 859-257-8867. | ||
| Contact: | ashlee.harris@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uksab.org | |
Massage on the Go | ||
| Jan. 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Wildcat Lounge, Student Center - Relax and warm up with SAB! Make an appointment in advance or drop in for a free 5 minute massage and hot chocolate and cookies. The therapists from Lexington Healing Arts Academy will be giving the massages. Free for students. Sponsored by the UK Student Activities Board. More info 859-257-8867. | ||
| Contact: | ashlee.harris@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uksab.org | |
Cheap Seats Presents "W" | ||
| Jan. 21, 8-10 p.m., Worsham Theater, Student Center - For two nights every week, students can watch the flicks they love, or missed, in theaters. In light of the 2009 inauguration this week, the 2008 chronicle of the life and presidency of George W. Bush, "W", will be featured. Tickets: $1-students. Sponsored by the UK Student Activities Board. More info 859-257-8867. | ||
| Contact: | ashlee.harris@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uksab.org | |
"Fears of the Dark" [Late Night Film] | ||
| Jan. 22, 10-11:30 p.m., Worsham Theater in the Student Center - A new animated horror experiment delving into our fears, insecurity, and anxieties. Featuring six different creepy short stories using unique styles of black and white animation by legendary graphic artists. In French with English subtitles. Admission is free. Sponsored by the Student Center Director's Office. See our full schedule on our website. More info 859-967-4888. | ||
| Contact: | scfilmseries@gmail.com | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/studentcenter/filmseries | |
"Oldboy" [Late Night Film] | ||
| Jan. 23, 10 p.m.-midnight, Worsham Theater in the Student Center - An average man is kidnapped and imprisoned in a shabby cell for 15 years without explanation. He is suddenly released, equipped with money, a cell phone, and expensive clothes. Now he must find an answer … and get his revenge. In Korean with English subtitles. Admission is free. Sponsored by the Student Center Director’s Office. See the full schedule on our website. More info 859-967-4888. | ||
| Contact: | scfilmseries@gmail.com | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/studentcenter/filmseries | |
Director's Cut featuring Steven Spielberg | ||
| Jan. 24, 8-10 p.m., Worsham Theater, Student Center - Catch a flick from SAB's Director of the Month, Steven Spielberg. The featured film will be Jurassic Park. Free to UK students. Sponsored by the UK Student Activities Board. More info 859-257-8867. | ||
| Contact: | ashlee.harris@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uksab.org | |
"Gonzo" [Late Night Film] | ||
| Jan. 29, 10 p.m.-midnight, Worsham Theater in the Student Center – This fast moving documentary looks at the uncanny life of gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson. Fueled by Wild Turkey and superhuman doses of drugs, we are shown Thompson's major touchstone moments through clips of never-before-seen home movies, audiotapes and passages. Admission is free. Sponsored by the Student Center Director's Office. See the full schedule on our website. More info 859-967-4888. | ||
| Contact: | scfilmseries@gmail.com | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/studentcenter/filmseries | |
Robert C. May Photography Lecture | ||
| Jan. 30, 4 p.m., UK Student Center's Worsham Theatre - An-my Le was born in Vietnam in 1960 and came to this country as a political refugee in 1975. Her work as a photographer is deeply rooted in her personal history but also raises larger questions about our perceptions of and relationship to war. Free. Sponsored by UK Art Museum. More info 859-257-5716. | ||
| Contact: | kristine.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum/ | |
Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra | ||
| Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m., Singletary Center for the Arts Concert Hall - The Dublin Philharmonic Orchestra's primary mission is bringing together the finest of Irish and European orchestral musicians, conductors, and composers to present world-class performances of both traditional classical music repertoire and innovative contemporary Irish symphonic music. Tickets: $40-Tier One, $35-Tier Two, $30-Tier Three. Sponsored by the UK Singletary Center for the Arts. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | summer.gossett@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/scfa/ | |
"Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" [Late Night] | ||
| Jan. 30, 10 p.m.-12:15 a.m., Worsham Theater in the Student Center – A wildly imaginative film adaptation of the novel by Hunter S. Thompson. Writer Raoul Duke (Johnny Depp), and Dr. Gonzo (Benicio Del Toro) embark on a savagely funny journey down a road that runs a path into the heart of the American Dream, aided by almost every drug known to man. Admission is free. Sponsored by the Student Center Director's Office. See the full schedule on our website. More info 859-967-4888. | ||
| Contact: | scfilmseries@gmail.com | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/studentcenter/filmseries | |
Big Band Swing Dance With Live Music | ||
| Jan. 31, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, UK Student Center Grand Ballroom - Come join the Hepcats with music provided by the UK Jazz Ensemble (UKJE), directed by UK Music Professor Miles Osland. UKJE consists of the most talented students in the nationally recognized UK Jazz Studies Program. UKJE will feature big band music by artists such as Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, Count Baise, Jimmie Lunceford and others. A collaboration between the UK School of Music and the Hepcats. Tickets: $12 in advance; $15 at door. More info 859-420-2426. | ||
| Contact: | info@luv2swingdance.com | |
| Website: | www.luv2swingdance.com/ | |
College of Agriculture Career Fair | ||
| Feb. 4, 12-4pm, Good Barn - Meet dozens of employers interested in UK students/alumni for full-time, intern, and co-op positions. Talk with recruiters, hand out resumes, and network. All majors welcome to this free event. View the full list of employers attending . More info 859-257-2746. | ||
| Contact: | jfjohn3@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/careercenter | |
Christian Siriano of Project Runway at UK | ||
| Feb. 5, 8-10 p.m., Memorial Hall - Christian Siriano of Project Runway will be at UK to dazzle the audience with his fierce experiences about life, design and the show. Tickets (859-257-8427): free to students; $10-public. Sponsored by the UK Student Activities Board. More info 859-257-8867. | ||
| Contact: | ashlee.harris@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uksab.org | |
Arts Showcase Weekend | ||
| Feb. 6-8, 12-5 p.m., UK Art Museum - Plan to visit the Art Museum this weekend to enjoy Robert Motherwell and Jasper Johns Poetic Works as Metaphor. Admission is free for this weekend, and adult tours will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Sponsored by UK Art Museum. More info 859-257-5716. | ||
| Contact: | kristine.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum | |
Lincoln’s Birthday Tea, Celebrating 200 years | ||
| Feb. 12, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., The Arboretum - Come hear about Abraham Lincoln and his Kentucky ties while enjoying a delightful menu of some of his favorite foods. Proceeds will benefit the Kentucky Children's Garden at The Arboretum. Tickets (859-257-6955) Pre-registration required - general-$25. More info 859-257-6955. | ||
| Contact: | dmbast0@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.ca.uky.edu/arboretum | |
Gil Shaham, violin | ||
| Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m., Singletary Center for the Arts - Internationally recognized violinist, Gil Shaham, will be joined on stage by the University of Kentucky Symphony Orchestra. Gil is a sought after violinist who has played throughout the world. Tickets: adults-$32; UK faculty/staff-$28; students-$25. Sponsored by UK Singletary Center for the Arts. More info 859-257-5030. | ||
| Contact: | summer.gossett@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/scfa/ | |
Teatime for Teachers | ||
| Feb. 18, 3:30-6:30 p.m., UK Art Museum - Join educators for an in-depth look at the art of Robert Motherwell and Jasper Johns, learn to use writing in response to art and enjoy high tea in the museum galleries. A registration fee of $10 will hold your space. To register and for further information, call Sonja Brooks at 859-257-1926. | ||
| Contact: | sonja.brooks@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum | |
John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath | ||
| Feb. 19-21, 7:30 p.m., Guignol Theatre - For the first time, the UK Department of Theatre teams up with Bluegrass Community and Technical College to collaborate on this epic American classic. Steinbeck's classic novel with stage adapation by Frank Galati will come to life in this Tony Award winning adapation originated by Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Tickets:General-$15; UK faculty/staff/seniors-$10; student-$5. Sponsored by the UK Department of Theatre. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | rsams100@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.singletarytickets.com | |
Robert C. May Photography Endowment Lecture Series Exhibit | ||
| Feb. 20–Apr. 12, 12-5 p.m. (closed Mondays and UK Holidays), UK Art Museum - Deborah Luster is best known for her project One Big Self: Prisoners of Louisiana. Her revealing portraits of prisoners encompass a remarkably diverse group of people, who reveal themselves on their own terms, sometimes wearing costumes designed for Halloween, Mardi Gras or for a culinary arts training program at one of the prisons. Free. Sponsored by UK Art Museum. More info 859-257-5716. | ||
| Contact: | kristine.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum | |
John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath | ||
| Feb. 26-28, 7:30 p.m., Guignol Theatre - For the first time, the UK Department of Theatre teams up with Bluegrass Community and Technical College to collaborate on this epic American classic. Steinbeck's classic novel with stage adapation by Frank Galati will come to life in this Tony Award winning adapation originated by Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Tickets:General-$15; UK faculty/staff/seniors-$10; student-$5. Sponsored by the UK Department of Theatre. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | rsams100@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.singletarytickets.com | |
Art in Bloom | ||
| Feb. 27-Mar. 1, 12-5 p.m., UK Art Museum - The Museum’s biggest fundraiser of the year. 50 floral designers interpret works of art with fresh flower arrangements. Conversation with the Designers (Mar. 1, 2 p.m.). Tickets: $5. Sponsored by UK Art Museum. More info 859-257-5716. | ||
| Contact: | kristine.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum | |
John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath | ||
| March 1, 2 p.m., Guignol Theatre - For the first time, the UK Department of Theatre teams up with Bluegrass Community and Technical College to collaborate on this epic American classic. Steinbeck's classic novel with stage adapation by Frank Galati will come to life in this Tony Award winning adapation originated by Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Tickets:General-$15; UK faculty/staff/seniors-$10; student-$5. Sponsored by the UK Department of Theatre. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | rsams100@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.singletarytickets.com | |
Blue Note Records 70th Anniversary Tour | ||
| March 14, 7:30 p.m., Singletary Center for the Arts - To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Blue Note legacy, an all-star band featuring some of the finest jazz musicians today. Tickets: Adults: $40-UK faculty/staff: $35-students: $30-general admission. Sponsored by the UK Singletary Center for the Arts. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | summer.gossett@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/scfa/ | |
The African Company presents Richard lll by Carlyle Brown | ||
| April 2-4, 7:30 p.m., Briggs Theatre - In 1821 a small band of African-American actors took on the classics and the white establishment at the same time. From backstage squabbles and romances to a center stage "classic" battle for pride and a survival, this moving and inspiring play highlights a stirring chapter in the history of American theater. Tickets: General-$15; UK faculty/staff/seniors-$10; student-$5. Sponsored by the UK Department of Theatre. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | rsams100@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.singletarytickets.com | |
Robert C. May Photography Lecture | ||
| Apr. 3, 4 p.m., UK Student Center's Worsham Center - Deborah Luster is best known for her project One Big Self: Prisoners of Louisiana. Her revealing portraits of prisoners encompass a remarkably diverse group of people, who reveal themselves on their own terms, sometimes wearing costumes designed for Halloween, Mardi Gras or for a culinary arts training program at one of the prisons. Free. Sponsored by the UK Art Museum. More info 859-257-5716. | ||
| Contact: | kristine.craig@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.uky.edu/ArtMuseum | |
The African Company presents Richard lll by Carlyle Brown | ||
| April 5, 2 p.m., Briggs Theatre - In 1821 a small band of African-American actors took on the classics and the white establishment at the same time. From backstage squabbles and romances to a center stage "classic" battle for pride and a survival, this moving and inspiring play highlights a stirring chapter in the history of American theater. Tickets: General-$15; UK faculty/staff/seniors-$10; student-$5. Sponsored by the UK Department of Theatre. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | rsams100@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.singletarytickets.com | |
Paparazzi: Saviours of the World | ||
| April 23-25, 7:30 p.m., Guignol Theatre - At the heart of this magical event is a celebration of the visual components of theatre. A project by John Holloway, Anne Latek, and Allison Bingner will astonish your senses, promising to be a unique and innovative evening. Tickets: General-$15; UK faculty/staff/seniors-$10; student-$5. Sponsored by the UK Department of Theatre. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | rsams100@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.singletarytickets.com | |
Big Band Swing Dance and New CD Release | ||
| Apr. 25, 7:30 p.m.-midnight, UK Student Center Grand Ballroom - Come join the Hepcats at this Big Band Swing Dance, with music provided by the Kentucky Jazz Repertory Orchestra (KJRO), directed by UK Music Professors Miles Osland and Dick Domek. This event will also feature the release of KJRO's new CD, featuring great music from the big band swing-era! A collaboration between the UK School of Music and the Hepcats. Tickets: $12 in advance; $15 at door. More info 859-420-2426. | ||
| Contact: | info@luv2swingdance.com | |
| Website: | www.luv2swingdance.com | |
Paparazzi: Saviours of the World | ||
| April 26, 2 p.m., Guignol Theatre - At the heart of this magical event is a celebration of the visual components of theatre. A project by John Holloway, Anne Latek, and Allison Bingner will astonish your senses, promising to be a unique and innovative evening. Tickets: General-$15; UK faculty/staff/seniors-$10; student-$5. Sponsored by the UK Department of Theatre. More info 859-257-4929. | ||
| Contact: | rsams100@uky.edu | |
| Website: | www.singletarytickets.com | |
Updated January 6, 2009 by Chuck Ham