Henry Grimes & Rashied Ali

Saturday, February 7 at 8pm

$20

An Historic Night to remember! Two great legends of jazz - HENRY GRIMES and RASHIED ALI together!

Jazz Bass legend HENRY GRIMES has returned and performs for the first time at Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts with world renowned jazz drummer RASHIED ALI who have pioneered alongside such luminaries as John Coltrane and Charles Mingus to change the melodic language of jazz.

Esperanza Spalding

Saturday, February 21 at 8pm

$20

Armed with uncanny instrumental chops, a siren voice that spans three languages, and composing and arranging skills that weave together the best elements of the old-school with the progressive, bassist Esperanza Spaulding takes a completely fresh and refreshing approach to jazz by incorporating the rich traditions of soul, pop, world music and so much more.

Garden State Dance Festival

Friday, March 13 & Saturday, March 14 @ 8 pm
Friday, March 20 & Saturday, March 21 @ 8 pm
Sunday, March 15 @ 2 pm

24/$20

The Garden State Dance Festival and Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts present EXHALE, an eclectic mix of dance performances which include hip hop, ballet, tap, jazz and musical theater genres. Under the artistic direction of Suzy Zucker, the 9th annual GSDF will once again select both nationally renowned and emerging guest companies to express and execute their original pieces of work in a high energy festival setting.

Jimmy Heath w/ the Heath Brothers Quartet

Friday, May 8 at 8pm

$20

Saxophonist, composer, and educator Jimmy Heath­ a living legend of jazz­ returns home to the Delaware Valley for one night only to perform with his world renowned quartet featuring Albert "Tootie" Heath (drums), Jeb Patton (piano) and David Wong (bass). This NEA Jazz Master and one of the legendary Heath Brothers has collaborated with a who's who of great American musicians during his six-decade career including John Coltrane, Howard McGhee, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis to Wynton Marsalis.

There will be a 45 minute workshop led by Jimmy Heath before the performance. Details to be announced.

Interrupted Life: Incarcerated Mothers in the United States

November 3 - December 19 (closed November 27-30)

This dramatic exhibit of painting, drawings, sculpture and photography that documents the experiences of incarcerated persons in the United States. Interrupted Life provides a powerful occasion for paying attention to the facts and experiences of incarceration in the United States and invites discussion about current realities and decent solutions to a major and growing problem in society.

Curated by Rickie Solinger with support from the Ford Foundation. Co-sponsored by the Center for Children and Childhood Studies.

Nature, Nurture and Modern Culture: Traditional and Contemporary Roles of Mothers

November 3 - December 19 (closed November 27-30)

"Interrupted Life: Incarcerated Mothers in the United States" will be accompanied by a second exhibition curated from the Stedman Gallery Collection of Art, focusing on the role of motherhood in a variety of areas including mythology, modern versus traditional family roles, and the spiritual and traditional "Earth Mother" archetype. By examining classic and contemporary views of motherhood, the exhibition informs our understanding of the impact of incarcerated mothers in America.

Tartuffe

Department of Fine Arts, Rutgers

Friday, November 21, 2008 10:30 am

Moliere's classic comedy explores and exposes issues of loyalty, hypocrisy, power, and choice. In the play, Orgon, is manipulated and deceived by Tartuffe, a conman who presents himself as religious and devout. Orgon views Tartuffe as a saint and becomes obsessed with him. In the name of piety, he disinherits his son in favor of Tartuffe, and orders his daughter to marry the scoundrel. When the truth about Tartuffe is undeniably revealed to Orgon, familial and financial ruin is only averted by a last minute intervention. Moliere's play exposes the contrast between religious hypocrisy and true virtue; obsession and reason, excess and moderation, loyalty and disloyalty, devotion and betrayal, and the correct use of versus the abuse of power. The Department of Fine Arts at Rutgers-Camden presents Moliere's classic in a new English translation by Constance Congdon, set in contemporary New Jersey. The modern setting emphasizes the remarkable universality of this sparkling yet unsettling jewel of 17th century French theatre.

Grades 10-12

NJCCCS: 1.1,1.3,1.4,1.5,3.4,3.5,6.1,7.2

NAES: 9-12: 6,7,8

Please note: For more information, or to schedule your class, please call the Department of Fine Arts at (856) 225-6176.

Junie B. Jones

Theatreworks USA

December 17, 2008 10:00am & 12:30 pm

Junie B. Jones is ready for first grade, at last! Getting used to a new group of friends and a new teacher is challenging. This musical is based on several books about Junie B's first grade year, Junie B. First Grader (at last!); Junie B. Boss of Lunch; and Junie B. One-Man Band. The fourth book, Top-Secret Personal Beeswax: A Journal by Junie B. (and Me!) features diary entries, which are designed to give children ideas for their own writings. Dear first-grade journal, Hooray, hooray! TheatreworksUSA made a brand-new musical and it's all about me, Junie B. Jones! This is the bestest musical ever, I tell you! It's got loads of funny songs. I think I might like first grade after all! Love, Junie B.

Grades Pre/K-3

NJCCCS: 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5; 3.1, 3.4, 3.5; 9.2

NAES: Music 3,6,7,8,9; Theatre 6,7

THE VELVETEEN RABBIT

Enchantment Theater Company

January 12, 2009 10:00am

2008 GRAMMY NOMINEE BEST MUSICAL ALBUM FOR CHILDREN

The Velveteen Rabbit comes to life when Enchantment Theatre Company, in association with Healy Entertainment, stages a brand new musical version of the tale using larger-than-life puppets, masked actors and magic. With a backdrop of beautiful scenery, there is an original score by Grammy and Tony Award-winning composer Don Sebesky and award-winning lyricist Gloria Nissenson that makes this imaginative production a delightful new experience in family entertainment. Based on the beloved book by Margery Williams.

Grades Pre/K-5

NJCCCS: 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5; 3.1, 3.4, 3.5; 9.2; NAES: Music 3,6,7,8,9; Theatre 6,7

UNIVERSAL AFRICAN DRUM & DANCE ENSEMBLE

February 4, 2009 10:00am & 12:30 pm

The perfect way to celebrate Black History Month in an educational and entertaining way! Back by popular demand, this celebrated, award-winning ensemble performs traditional African drum and dance with joyful exuberance. The cast of artists - spanning four generations, delight in finding ways for audience members to join in on the fun. And, the amazing feats of the stilt-walker always inspire enthusiastic "oohs" and "aahs"! If you've never seen them, don't miss this opportunity!

Grades Pre/K-12

NJCCCS: 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5; 3.1, 3.4, 3.5; 6.3; 9.2 NAES: Dance 2,3,4; Music 3,6,7,8,9; Theatre 6,7

ALEXANDER IS NOT NOT NOT GOING TO MOVE

Surflight Theater

March 3, 2009 10:00 am & 12:30 pm

Alexander, the loveable youngster from Judith Viorst's popular book series is back in this comic musical from Surflight-to-Go. A delightful sequel to "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day?", Alexander now has a problem that many children face, his family is moving to a new city but Alexander is NOT. He can't bear the thought of leaving everything: all the people and places he knows so well. The resolution to Alexander's dilemma plays out in a fun and tuneful fashion that teaches valuable lessons about family, friendship, and making the most of life's hardships. Alexander discovers that facing something new can be scary but also full of opportunity.

Grades Pre/K-5

NJCCCS: 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5; 2.1, 2.2, 2.4, 3.4, 3.5; 9.2

NAES: Music 3,6,7,8,9; Theatre 6,7

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST

by Dale Wasserman, based on the novel by Ken Kesey

Friday, April 17, 2009 and Friday, April 24, 2009 10:30am - 12:30pm (includes intermission)

The Rutgers-Camden Theater Program presents a highly visual rendition of this tragic-comic classic from the 1960's. Bring your students to this compelling view of a repressive asylum and the inner worlds of those who reside there. This production was made appropriate for high school audiences. An unforgettable challenge for the young intellect. A question and answer session with the cast and crew will take us to 12:45pm for those who are interested.

This particular performance is $6 per student, teachers or staff attend at no cost.

Grades 9-12

NJCCCS: 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5; 3.1, 3.4, 3.5; 6.2, 6.4, 9.2
NAES: Theatre 6,7

Please note: For more information or to schedule your class, please contact: Professor Paul Bernstein at 856-225-2872 or Email: paulbern@camden.rutgers.edu

MACBETH

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey

May 13, 2009 10:00 am

The last of Shakespeare's four great tragedies, Macbeth is considered by many scholars to be Shakespeare's darkest work. When the depraved ambition of a Scottish nobleman and his determined and devoted wife ignites, their thirst for power leads into a realm of witchcraft, betrayal, and madness. Together they embark on a murderous journey, which ends in civil war and bloody destruction. A production of the acclaimed Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey.

Grades 7-12

NJCCCS: 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5; 3.1, 3.4, 3.5; 6.2, 6.4, 9.2
NAES: Theatre 6,7

IF YOU GIVE A PIG A PANCAKE & OTHER STORY BOOKS

Theatreworks USA

June 2, 2009 10:00am & 12:30pm

Seven stories come to life in this lively musical revue. In If You Give A Pig A Pancake, a bossy little pig's demands frazzle a little girl in this hilarious lesson about cause-and-effect, based on the book by Laura Numeroff. Other stories include: Diary of a Worm, Fluffy's Silly Summer, Horace & Morris But Mostly Dolores, How I Became A Pirate Lilly's Big Day, and The Paper Bag Princess, by Robert Munsch.

Grades Pre/K-3

NJCCCS: 1.1,1.3,1.4,1.5; 3.1,3.4,3.5; 9.2
NAES: Music 3,6,7,8,9; Theatre 6,7

TALES OF THE NORSE GODS

The Possible Theater

May 27, 2009 10:00 am & 12:30 pm

There be giants in this tale! Join Pétur Eggerz and cellist Stefán Örn Arnarson as they conjure a dazzling array of figures from Old Norse mythology through storytelling theater. Tales is a play based on an old Icelandic poem called Völuspá and revolves around Odin, the chief god in Norse mythology. The cello becomes part of the story and is heard throughout the tale.

Grades 4 and up

NJCCCS: 1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5; 3.1, 3.4, 3.5; 6.3, 6.6; 9.2;
NAES: Music 3,6,7,8,9; Theatre 6,7