Thurs. 2/26 The LAGQ is coming to town
What's that, you ask? As any classical guitar enthusiast would tell you, it's the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet featuring John Dearman, William Kanengiser, Scott Tennant and Andrew York. The ensemble will play at 7:30 tonight at the Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Dr. Accompanying the group is percussionist Colin Currie. This musical cast will perform four new works co-commissioned by The Lied Center of Kansas, Atlanta's Spivey Hall and UCLA Live. Student tickets are available at the Lied Center ticket office (864-ARTS), the University Theatre ticket office in Murphy Hall (864-3982), and the SUA office in the Kansas Union (864-SHOW). Ticket prices are $11.50 to $14 for KU and Haskell students.
Fri. 2/27 Mission for justice
Power politics and a romantic entanglement set the stage for an entertaining two-act drama that will take place tonight at 7:30 in Hashinger Hall, 1632 Angel Rd. V Henry K, written by Lawrence playwright Dan Born, is an entertaining play set in the fictional town of Rolliston, Iowa. The play explores the fallout that occurs when a small-town district attorney indicts an ex-statesman for the 30-year-old murder of her father. During her quest for justice, Penny, the district attorney, falls in love with a local media personality, Tom Brixton, who is helping her with the case. Their charming romance provides a backdrop during Penny's mission for justice against the superficial, powerful and dictatorial man named Henry K, who she believes orchestrated her father's murder. Throughout the prosecution, Penny is warned and threatened by Henry K to drop the case against him. Frightened, but still determined, Penny decides to proceed with her mission for justice. In the end, Penny realizes that she needs Tom and her attorney to help her rise up and carry on the fight. Tickets for this event are $5 for all ages. This production is put on by the E.M.U. Theater Company, which provides a venue for local, independent writers and actors to work together on original and well-developed plays.
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this week's happenings
Sun. 2/29 Oscar Night
The 76th Academy Awards are at 7 tonight. Make sure you ditch the small screen and catch the Oscars as they were meant to be — on the big screen. Student Union Activities is sponsoring an Oscar night at the Kansas Union, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd. Guess which film will win among Sea Biscuit, Lord of the Rings, and Zelary a Czech Republic film nominated for best foreign language flick. In the Union Ballroom, you can watch Hollywood's biggest stars strut their stuff across the Union's big screen television. Food and drinks will be provided as well as prizes for the best dressed. So dress smart and sharp because you might be a winner tonight as well. The pre-show will start at 5:30 p.m. as the nominees walk the red carpet. The event is free, plus it's better than staying at home with a bowl of stale popcorn. (Check out Jayplay's picks for winners on page 16.)
Mon. 3/1 Praise the 'Lord'
Mary Lou Lord started out performing in the subways of Boston and London, England. The Kill Rock Stars label discovered her in 1994 while in the midst of one of her underground sessions. Apparently, all a girl needs is her guitar and a room with good acoustics. Lord tests this theory tonight at The Bottleneck, 737 New Hampshire, at 10 p.m. Come hear her folk-rock tunes for $7-9. With Lord are Gingersol, a Los Angeles band that reminds one of early Wilco, and singer Eric Hurst. Anyone over age 18 is welcome to attend.
Tues. 3/2
Funny girl, or guy
Sat. 2/28 Lyrical Visions
If you watch a lot of Comedy Central, Saturday Night Live and Late Night with Conan O'Brien and are the jokester of your clique, then you might want to test your funny skills at the Hawk's Nest's amateur comedy night. The event starts at 7 tonight in the Kansan Union, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd. If you're more interested in being entertained, bring your support and leave the tomatoes at the door.
The Grimshaw Gallery, 731 New Hampshire St., will be combining art that pleases the eyes and with hip-hop beats that pleases the ears. The gallery will host the "Re:Visionaries" exhibit from 7 to 11 p.m. Stencils and other forms of art will show how hip-hop has influenced art. Several artists will be performing at the exhibit, including MC Approach and E.M.C. The event is free, but donations of $3 are suggested.
Wed. 3.3 Taking it to the streets
Hungry? Buy a uniquely decorated bowl from Sun Fire Ceramics, 1002 New Hampshire St., filled with soup and cinnamon rolls. All proceeds go to the Jubliee Café, a free breakfast program for in-need community members. The event is sponsored by CREATE (Community Resources Engaging in the Arts Through Education), CCO (Center for Community Outreach) and Sun Fire Ceramics. The Empty Bowls Project is a part of CCO's Into the Streets Week. The annual week-long program was developed to highlight volunteer activities in Lawrence. Other events include a hunger banquet and a homeless sleep-out. For more information call the CCO's office at 864-4073 or e-mail them to CCO@ku.edu.
2.26.04 Jayplay
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