York University Symphony Orchestra in concert. Dr. Mark Chambers, Conductor Thursday, April 6, 2022 7:30 PM Tribute Communities Recital Hall ADMISSION Tickets: $20 | Students & Seniors: $15 Box Office: 416-736-5888 | ampd.yorku.ca/boxoffice
This live-only, listen-and-learn roundtable explores the great range of Jewish musical expression in the long arch of Canadian history. Expert panelists offer insight on three Jewish musical cultures from three distinct moments, with musical samples and commentary: Eric Stein on pre-WWII Yiddish immigrant musical worlds, Christopher Silver on post-war Sephardi / Moroccan immigrant musical worlds, […]
Sammy Jackson and her 5-piece band will present a free one-hour concert in the Martin Family Lounge on Thursday, April 6. The music for this performance is funded by the Recording Industries Music Performance Trust Fund in cooperation with Local 149, Toronto, Canadian Federation of Musicians. Thursday, April 6, 2023 Martin Family Lounge 12:30 PM […]
The York University Gospel Choir and the York University Gospel Ensemble under the direction of Nicole Sinclair-Anderson and Corey Butler respectively, take the stage together on Saturday, April 1 at 7:30 pm. Lovers of Gospel music will enjoy an electrifying night of popular gospel songs by these two enthusiastic ensembles. Nicole Sinclair-Anderson, Conductor Corey Butler, […]
As academic institutions move towards post-pandemic teaching and learning, the return to “normal” has reinforced and reproduced issues of power and privilege in the academy, such as ableism, racism, and classism. In this call for collaborators, we ask learning communities at York to consider how we can engage in a culture of equitable teaching that […]
This two-day symposium seeks to challenge and engage professional theatre artists, scholars, educators, students, and the wider public in critical conversations about the history, legacy, and future of Shakespeare in Canada, with a specific emphasis on inclusive, intersectional casting practices modeled by IBPOC Canadian theatre artists.Participants include: Patricia Allison, Reneltta Arluk, Keith Barker, Dawn Jani […]
Join the R&B Ensemble as they perform music by Prince, Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars, Tower of Power and Chaka Khan. The York University R&B Ensemble Mike Cadó, Director Wednesday, April 5, 2023 12:30 PM Martin Family Lounge FREE ADMISSION
The Department of Dance presents York Dances 2023: Convergence York Dances 2023: Convergence features new choreographic works of 27 third year BFA majors performed by students engaged in all levels of York’s programs in Dance. Convergence dances are born of our celebration of being together, our respect and sometimes struggle for individuality, and our dedication […]
Join us for an evening of improvisation in a participatory “open mike” set-up, hosted by Matt Brubeck. Performers and observers welcome. Free Sterling Beckwith Studio 235 Accolade East
The York University Jazz Festival, running April 3-5, showcases rising young talent from York University’s Department of Music. MONDAY APRIL 3 7:30 -8:00 PM – Small Ensembles | Directed by Roy Patterson 8:15 – 8:45 PM – Small Ensembles | Directed by Anthony Michelli 9:00 – 9:30 PM – Small Ensembles | Directed by Kelly […]