Fall arts calendar: October, November, December events

Oct. 1

Pacifica Quartet, 2 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Spencer Consort, 2:30 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Miss., 864-4710.

Homer’s “The Odyssey,” by KU Theatre for Young People, 5 p.m. Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

“Chaps,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Oct. 3

Lawrence Photo Alliance meeting, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., www.lawrencephotoalliance.org.

Oct. 4

“I Can’t Stop Loving You,” 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, KU campus.

Oct. 5

“Chaps,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Oct. 6

Robert Altman Film Series, titles TBA, 7 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., 843-3833.

Bayanihan Philippine National Dance Company, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, KU campus.

“Chaps,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

“Leaves of Words,” by English Alternative Theatre, 8 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Oct. 7

“Chaps,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

“Leaves of Words,” by English Alternative Theatre, 8 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Oct. 8

“Leaves of Words,” by English Alternative Theatre, 2:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

“Chaps,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Oct. 9

Exhibit: “Post Millennium Exponent,” group exhibition of ceramics by Louisiana State University graduate students from 2000-2007, KU Art and Design Building, through Oct. 27.

Oct. 13

Robert Altman Film Series, titles TBA, 7 p.m. Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., 843-3833.

“Turns,” premiere of a new play by Ric Averill, 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Oct. 14

“Turns,” premiere of a new play by Ric Averill, 2:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Oct. 15

“Turns,” premiere of a new play by Ric Averill, 2:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Oct. 16

Kaw Valley Quilt Guild meeting: “Not off the Bolt,” fabric creation, 7 p.m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 925 Vt.

Oct. 17

Kaw Valley Quilt Guild meeting: “Not off the Bolt,” fabric creation, 9:30 a.m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 925 Vt.

Oct. 19

KU Jazz Ensembles I, II, III, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Oct. 20

Robert Altman Film Series, titles TBA, 7 p.m. Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., 843-3833.

Exhibit: Photographs by Bill Snead, Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., through Nov. 30. Opening reception: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. today.

Paintings by Aaron Marable, Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., through Nov. 30. Opening reception: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. today.

Oct. 21

“Turns,” premiere of a new play by Ric Averill, 2:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Simon Shaheen & Dr. A. J. Racy with members of the Near Eastern Music Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Oct. 22

“Turns,” premiere of a new play by Ric Averill, 2:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Oct. 24

KU Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Oct. 27

Fall Downtown Friday Gallery Walk, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., various downtown arts venues, 842-7187.

“Kansas Tallgrass Prairie: A Vision of the Flint Hills,” photographs by James Nedresky, Fields Gallery, 712 Mass., through Nov. 27. Opening reception, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. today.

Robert Altman Film Series, titles TBA, 7 p.m. Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., 843-3833.

L.A. Theatre Works in “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial,” 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

“The Skin of Our Teeth,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Oct. 28

Lawrence ArtWalk2006, various artists studios, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., www.lawrenceartwalk.org, 865-4254.

“Cats and Bats,” by the Seem-To-Be Players, 2 p.m. Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

“The Skin of Our Teeth,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Oct. 29

Lawrence ArtWalk2006, various artists studios, noon-6 p.m., www.lawrenceartwalk.org., 865-4254.

Family Day: 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Miss., 864-4710.

“Cats and Bats,” by the Seem-To-Be Players, 2 p.m. Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

“The Skin of Our Teeth,” by University Theatre, 5 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Exhibit: “The Last Supper,” work by KU alumni Julie Green, KU Art and Design building, through Nov. 17.

Nov. 1

KU Jazz Combos, 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Ratan Thiyam’s Chorus Repertory Theatre in “Nine Hills in One Valley,” 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Nov. 2

Ratan Thiyam’s Chorus Repertory Theatre in “Nine Hills in One Valley,” 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

“The Skin of Our Teeth,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 3

Student Program: “East Meets West,” 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Miss., 864-4710.

“The Skin of Our Teeth,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Gallery talk: “Midwestern Reflections: Views from the Heartland,” by John Sabraw, 7:30 p.m., Signs of Life Gallery, 722 Mass.

Travel to Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art for Student Night, 8 p.m.-10 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Miss., 864-4710.

Nov. 4

Painting workshop with James Winn, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Signs of Life Gallery, 722 Mass.

Miami City Ballet in “Don Quixote,” 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

“The Skin of Our Teeth,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 5

Gallery Talk: KU Professor Elizabeth Schultz, in conjunction with “Art into Art: Inspired Responses,” 2 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Miss., 864-4710.

Nov. 7

Lawrence Photo Alliance meeting, 7 p.m.-9 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., www.lawrencephotoalliance.org.

Nov. 8

Peter Fletcher, classical guitarist, 7 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vt., 843-3833.

Nov. 9

Cantus, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

KU Opera (show TBA), 7:30 p.m., The Robert Baustian Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 10

Classical Savion, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Choreographer’s Showcase, 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

“Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 11

“Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You,” by University Theatre, 2:30 p.m., Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Choreographer’s Showcase, 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

ULALI, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 8684-2787.

KU Opera (show TBA), 7:30 p.m., The Robert Baustian Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 12

KU Wind Ensemble, 3 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

“Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You,” by University Theatre, 5 p.m., Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 14

KU Opera (show TBA), 7:30 p.m., The Robert Baustian Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 15

Vocal Jazz Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

“Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 16

Gallery Conversations: “Art into Art,” with Rick Mitchell, of the Lawrence Arts Center, 12:15 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Miss., 864-4710.

University Dance Company Fall Concert, with guest choreographer Carl Corry, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

KU Opera (show TBA), 7:30 p.m., The Robert Baustian Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

“Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Nov. 17

University Dance Company Fall Concert, with guest choreographer Carl Corry, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

KU Opera (show TBA), 7:30 p.m., The Robert Baustian Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

“Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Nov. 18

“Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You,” by University Theatre, 2:30 p.m., Inge Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Nov. 19

Band Spectacular, 3 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Nov. 20

Kaw Valley Quilt Guild meeting: “Of One Mind/Country Store,” 7 p.m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 925 Vt.

KU Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Nov. 21

Kaw Valley Quilt Guild meeting: “Of One Mind/Country Store,” 9:30 a.m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 925 Vt.

Nov. 24

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Nov. 25

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Nov. 26

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Nov. 29

Symphonic Band, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Nov. 30

Student Night, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Spencer Museum of Art, 1301 Miss., 864-4710.

New Dance, 7:30 p.m., Elizabeth Sherbon Dance Theatre, 240 Robinson Center, 864-4264.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Annual Ceramics Event, KU Art and Design Building.

Dec. 1

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Exhibit: “The Gift,” 7 p.m., Signs of Life Gallery, 722 Mass., through Jan. 27.

“Hay Fever,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Dec. 2

Lawrence Children’s Choir Holiday Concert, featuring the LCC Tour Choir and Choristers, 7 p.m., Corpus Christie Catholic Church, 6001 Bob Billings Parkway.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

“Photography at Fields,” a group exhibition featuring gallery photographers, Fields Gallery, 712 Mass, through Dec. 31. Opening reception: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Dec. 2.

“Hay Fever,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Dec. 3

82nd annual Holiday Vespers, 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

“Hay Fever,” by University Theatre, 5 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Fluid Art 2006, annual performance art class exhibit, KU Art and Design Building, through Dec. 8.

Dec. 5

University Band, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Dec. 6

“Hay Fever,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Dec. 7

5th annual Jazz Vespers, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

“Hay Fever,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

Dec. 8

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

“Hay Fever,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

“The Snow Queen,” 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Lawrence Photo Alliance Members Photography Exhibition, Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., through Dec. 21.

Dec. 9

Children’s Holiday Shop, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

Lawrence Own Your Own (LOYO) Art Exhibition and Sale, Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., through Dec. 16. Opening reception: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. today.

“Hay Fever,” by University Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall, KU, 864-3982.

“The Snow Queen,” 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Burning River Brass, 7:30 p.m., Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Drive, 864-2787.

Lawrence Civic Choir Holiday Concert, Free Methodist Church, 3001 Lawrence Ave.

Dec. 10

“Seussical the Musical,” Lawrence Community Theatre, 1501 N.H., 843-7469.

“The Snow Queen,” 2 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Dec. 15

“The Snow Queen,” 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Dec. 16

“The Snow Queen,” 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Dec. 17

“The Snow Queen,” 2 p.m., Lawrence Arts Center, 940 N.H., 843-2787.

Dec. 18

Kaw Valley Quilt Guild meeting: “Cookies & Love” quilt design party, 7 p.m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 925 Vt.

Dec. 19

Kaw Valley Quilt Guild meeting: “Cookies & Love” quilt design party, 9:30 a.m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 925 Vt.