Thursday, November 9, 2006
Northern Lights presents Die Cast, In This Moment, In Traction, Atlas Dying, and Playing the Victim. The show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets cost $10 in advance or $12 on the day of the show.
Friday, November 10, 2006
Sheer Idiocy holds its show in the Union’s McNeil Room. The Idiots are RPI’s improv group and they will be doing their annual performance at 6 pm. Admission is free.
The Groove Syndicate, Fan Appreciation Party, and 21+ perform at Northern Lights. The show starts at 7:30 pm. Admission is free.
Troy Savings Bank Music Hall presents the Albany Symphony Orchestra in its performance, “Sizzling Sibelius.” Musical pieces include Goldmark’s “Violin Concerto,” Sibelius’ “Symphony No. 2,” and Philip Sawyer’s premiere of “The Gale of Life.” The guest performer is Dylana Jenson on the violin. The concert begins at 8 pm. For tickets, call the box office at 273-0038.
Proctor’s Theatre showcases the Blues Traveler at 8 pm. The group is a blues-rock band and has performed in sold-out performances across the country. Tickets cost $19.75, $29.75, or $39.75.
The Rensselyrics hosts its Fall Invitational Concert at the Academy Hall Auditorium at 7 pm. Guest a cappella groups include the University of Massachusett’s Dynamics, SUNY Albany’s Serendipity, the Sagettes, SUNY Plattsburgh’s Minor Adjustments, and University of Rochester’s Vocal Point. Tickets cost $3.50 in advance or $4.50 at the door.
Saturday, November 11, 2006
The Indian Students Association celebrates the Festival of Lights by presenting its annual Diwali Festival. The show begins at 6 pm and will take place at the West Hall Auditorium. Tickets cost $6 before the show or $8 on the day of the show.
Proctor’s Theatre welcomes Audra McDonald, four-time Tony Award singer and actress. McDonald will perform a number of musical pieces at 7 pm. Tickets cost $19.75, $29.75, $39.75, or $42.75. There is a $10 discount for those 17 years old and under.
Ground Zero hosts The Mathematicians, an electronic, indie, and dance pop group from upstate New York. Tickets cost $3. The show begins at 8 pm.
The Egg features Ralph Covert and his band for a performance at 8 pm. Tickets cost $8 for children or $12 for adults.
Mother’s presents The Mammals, a string group that mixes rock and traditional Appalachian styles for a collection of bold and innovative music. The show begins at 8 pm and will take place at the McNeil Room. Admission is free for RPI and Russell Sage students, $4 for staff and alumni, or $8 for the
general public.
Northern Lights features Fat Man Scoop and Teen Party. The show starts at 8 pm. The event is limited to ages 13 to 18. Tickets cost $15 before 9 pm, or $20 after 9 pm.
Sunday, November 12, 2006
The Egg showcases the Vanaver Caravan and its show, “Pastures of Plenty.” The band will perform music dedicated to Woody Guthrie, Virginia Reels, Harlem’s Savoy style, and the Lindy Hop, among others. Tickets cost $9 for children, $14 for seniors, or $18 for adults. The show begins at 3 pm.
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Northern Lights hosts Angles and Airwaves, The Sounds, and Envy on the Coast at 8 pm. Tickets cost $25.
The Moscow State Symphony Orchestra hosts a concert at Proctor’s Theatre. The performance begins at 8 pm. Pieces include Schumann’s Cello Concerto in A, Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 2, as well as guest performer Alisa Wilerstein on the cello. Tickets cost $19.75, $34.75, $39.75, or $44.75. There is a $10 discount for those 17 years old and under.
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
The Capitol Chamber Artists performs a classical concert celebrating Mozart’s 250th birthday at the Academy Hall Auditorium. The concert begins at 12 pm. Admission is free.
