Bard College announces free fall classes

GREAT BARRINGTON – Bard College at Simon’s Rock has announced its offerings for residents and visitors, from visual and performing arts to lectures and readings.

All events are open to the public and free.

2012 Book One Lecture: The Buddha in the Attic

Thursday, August 30, 7 p.m., McConnell Theater, Daniel Arts Center

Julie Otsuka, author of the 2012 Book One, The Buddha in the Attic, will be addressing the class of 2012 on Thursday, Aug. 30, at 7 p.m. in the McConnell Theater, with a reception to follow.

All are invited to attend the lecture and to read The Buddha in the Attic in preparation for Ms. Otsuka’s visit.

Exploring the Essay

Tuesdays, Sept. 11 – Nov. 6, 6-8:30 p.m.

Due to popular demand, we are offering a new class in the evenings this fall. In this eight-week workshop, we’ll explore the many uses of the essay form, from humor to persuasion to making sense of the past.

South Berkshire Concert: “Baroque Masters”

Saturday, Sept. 22, 7:30 p.m., McConnell Auditorium

“Baroque MastersS features Wieland Kiujken on viola da gamba, Eva Legêne on recorder and Arthur Haas on harpsichord. Returning after their performance to a full house at Simon’s Rock in April 2011, these three master-musicians offer a new program of chamber music for viola, recorder and harpsichord.

Posted by Kameron Z. Spaulding on August 30, 2012. Filed under Education News,News. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0. You can leave a response or trackback to this entry