January 18-Febuary 9

Guest Artist Exhibition. An exhibition of paintings by Sioux City artist Karen Chesterman. Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery. Gallery hours: 9-4:30, M-F. No admission charge.

January 23

The Lewis and Clark Conference Honor Band. An all-day event concluding with an afternoon concert at approximately 4 p.m. The WSC Wind Ensemble will also be featured. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge. Call 375-7480 for specific event information.

January 30

WSC Honor Band. An all-day event concluding with an afternoon concert at approximately 4 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge. Call 375-7480 for specific event information.

January 31-February 28

Planetarium Show: Light Years from Andromeda. A show combining the concepts of light speed, cosmic distances and mankind's history. This presentation reveals how our understanding of the properties of light have shaped our knowledge of the universe. Narrated by Michael Dorn, "Worf" of the Star Trek Series. Public shows are at 3:30 pm. in the Fred G. Dale Planetarium located in the lower level of the Carhart Science Building. Special showings are available upon request. For information, call 375-7343. No admission charge.

February 4

Of Ebony Embers. The life and times of the Harlem Renaissance. A theatre work conceived and performed by The Core Ensemble (cello, piano, and percussion) with script written and acted by Akin Babatunde. The third Black and Gold performance of the season. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. Admission: $5 adults; $3 high school and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call 375-7517.

February 5

First Fridays. Andrew Soll, Vice President for Finance and Administration, will provide a computerized campus construction tour. A monthly forum for senior citizens hosted by the Center for Cultural Outreach and the Wayne State Foundation. 9 a.m. Niobrara Room in the Student Center. No admission charge.

February 6

Honor Choir. An all-day event for high school students concluding with an afternoon concert. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge. Call 375-7358 for specific event information.

February 15-26

Senior Exhibit. A show in mixed media by Mark Molina and Tawyna Kruger. Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery. Gallery hours: 9-4:30, M-F. No admission charge.

February 16

Orchestra Concert. A performance by the Northeast Nebraska Sinfonia conducted by Christopher Bonds. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge.

February 18

Choir Concert. A performance by the WSC Concert Choir and the WSC Women's Chorus, David Lawrence, conductor. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge.

February 20

Jazz Festival. An all-day event for area high school jazz bands coordinated by Michael Gillan. Call 375-7480 for specific event information.

February 21-23

It's a Scream. A comedy by David deBoy. Presented by the WSC Theatre and directed by Father Al Salanitro, director. February 21, 2 p.m.; February 22, 8 p.m.; February 23, 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

February 23

Wind Ensemble Concert. A performance by the WSC Wind Ensemble, Michael Gillan, conductor. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge.

February 28

Guest Faculty Organ Recital. Karen Larson Black, music faculty member and college organist at Wartburg College, will present a recital. 4 p.m. Grace Lutheran Church. No admission charge.

March 1-19

Senior Exhibit. A show in mixed media by Jen Benson and Jessica Knobbe. Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery. Gallery hours: 9-4:30, M-F. No admission charge.

March 1

Jazz Band. A performance by the WSC Jazz Band, David Bohnert, conductor. 8 p.m. WSC Student Center Lower Level. No admission charge.

March 2

Dear March, Come In! A celebration of the poetry of Emily Dickinson in words and song. A Scenes Group presentation of the Center for Cultural Outreach. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

March 4

Musica Antiqua et Nova II. A concert presented by the WSC Madrigal Singers, David Lawrence, conductor. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

March 5

First Fridays. Dear March, Come In: A celebration of the poetry of Emily Dickinson in words and song. A monthly forum for senior citizens hosted by the Center for Cultural Outreach and the Wayne State Foundation. 9 a.m. Niobrara Room in the Student Center. No admission charge.

March 16

Faculty Recital. David Bohnert, trumpet, and Beverly Soll, piano. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

March 18

American Chamber Theater Ensemble. Combining theatre, mime, and dance, "An Evening in America," explores the stage viability of American short stories. The fourth Black and Gold performance of the season. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. Admission: $5 adults; $3 high school and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call 375-7517.

March 22-April 2

Guest Artist Exhibit. An exhibition by bookmaker/artist Bonnie O'Connel, professor of art, University of Nebraska at Omaha. Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery. Gallery hours: 9-4:30, M-F. No admission charge.

March 25

Faculty Showcase Recital. A recital by several WSC music faculty members. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

March 26-28

Science Fiction Festival. A three - day festival of science fiction movies, costume contests, and guest speakers. The festival will feature music by the WSC Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir. For specific event information, call 375-7259.

March 28-May 2

Planetarium Show: Cosmic Mysteries. A look at some of the perplexing puzzles of the night sky, extending from our own moon, to the depths of space where we encounter the exotic black holes and quasars. Public shows are at 3:30 pm. in the Fred G. Dale Planetarium located in the lower level of the Carhart Science Building. Special showings are available upon request. For information, call 375-7343. No admission charge.

March 28

The Importance of Studying African-American Art Song. University of Northern Iowa faculty member, Darryl Taylor, accompanied by WSC pianist Beverly Soll, will present a lecture/recital of songs by contemporary African-American composers. A Sunday Series event sponsored by the Center for Cultural Outreach. 3 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge. For information, call 375-7492.

April 1

Chamber Ensemble Recital. The WSC woodwind and brass quintets will perform a concert of chamber music. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

April 2

First Fridays. Civil War expert Mark Glaybius of Wisner will share artifacts and information about this endlessly fascinating topic in American history. A monthly forum for senior citizens hosted by the Center for Cultural Outreach and the Wayne State Foundation. 9 a.m. Niobrara Room in the Student Center. No admission charge.

April 5-23

Annual Art Faculty Exhibition. An exhibition in mixed media by WSC faculty artists. Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery. Gallery hours: 9-4:30, M-F. No admission charge.

April 8

Symphonic Band. A performance by the WSC Symphonic Band, David Bohnert, conductor. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge.

April 11

The Holocaust: Have We Learned Any Lessons? In honor of Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day, April 13), Morningside College professor James Sherman will talk about the Holocaust in its historical context and in the context of the global society of the twenty-first century. A Sunday Series event sponsored by the Center for Cultural Outreach. 3 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge. A reception follows. For information, call 375-7492.

April 12

Chamber Music Recital. A concert of chamber music for brass instruments and piano presented by WSC faculty and students. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

April 13

Senior Recital. Maria Brown, horn, with Beverly Soll, piano. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

April 15

Senior Recital. Eric Magill, clarinet, with Beverly Soll, piano. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

April 15-22

The Jungle Book. The 41st Annual Children's Play. Ramsey Theatre. For times and ticket information, call 375-7394.

April 19

Jazz Band. A performance by the WSC Jazz Band, David Bohnert, conductor. 8 p.m. WSC Student Center Lower Level. No admission charge.

April 20

Wind Ensemble Concert. A performance by the WSC Wind Ensemble, Michael Gillan, conductor. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

April 22

The Duke's Men. Celebrate Duke Ellington's centennial with eight swinging gentlemen of jazz from the original Ellington band. The final Black and Gold performance of the season. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. Admission: $5 adults; $3 high school and under. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Call 375-7517.

April 26-30

Biannual Juried Student Art Exhibit. An exhibit in various media by advanced student artists. Nordstrand Visual Arts Gallery. Gallery hours: 9-4:30, M-F. No admission charge.

April 26

Orchestra Concert. A performance by the Northeast Nebraska Sinfonia conducted by Christopher Bonds. 8 p.m. Ley Theatre. No admission charge.

April 27

Spring Choir Concert. A performance by the WSC Concert Choir and the WSC Women's Chorus, David Lawrence, conductor. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge.

April 28

Honors Recital. A concert by advanced WSC music students. 8 p.m. Ramsey Theatre. No admission charge.

May 2

An English Baroque Entertainment. A Center for Cultural Outreach production and High Tea. 2 p.m. WSC Student Center Lower Level. For ticket information and reservations, call 375-7492.

May 7

First Fridays. Happy Birthday, Johannes Brahms! A short concert of vocal and instrumental music. A monthly forum for senior citizens hosted by the Center for Cultural Outreach and the Wayne State Foundation. 9 a.m. Niobrara Room in the Student Center. No admission charge.

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