This & That from Here & There ~November 06~
(E) - Weekend Evening    (S) - Sunday Sounds
(F) - Family Fun Series     (T) - Theater Productions

Weekend Evening The Mighty Sparrow Caribbean Fest   Friday, November 10, 2006 7:30 p.m. Ciccone Theatre   Recognized as the unrivaled “King of the Calypso World,” Slinger Francisco, better known as “The Mighty Sparrow,” has entertained audiences around the globe. From humble beginnings in Grenada where he sang in schools and choirs, he emerged at 20 with his first big hit. Now, with countless hits and over 70 albums and CDs to his credit, the Mighty Sparrow has proved himself over and over, sharing his music, his message, and his commentary on world issues and Caribbean life. A new release of his early music by the prestigious Smithsonian Folkways project is particularly noteworthy and in high demand. He is an illustrious singer, composer, comedian, supreme entertainer, and will be joined by his legendary band “The Sparrow’s Troubadours.” Presented in commemoration of Caribbean Heritage Week – call (201) 447-7215 for a detailed calendar of related events.   Tickets: $20; $18 - students & seniors (65+) $16 - All Bergen Community College

Sunday Sounds Classical & World & Pop Music Matinees Tickets: $12; $10 - students & seniors (65+); $8 - BCC Reserved seating - Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Music & Dance Departures ~Not Without You  Sunday, November 12, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. in the Ciccone Theatre   Guy Klucevsek and Claire Porter are two abnormally normal artists. Virtuoso composer/accordionist Guy alternates with comedic/movement/monologist Claire, so brace yourself to SEE music and HEAR dance from a whole new perspective. Cited for their wit and masterful timing, these award-winning, smart, imaginative artists will be sure to enthrall. This amusing, entertaining and thought-provoking performance is sure to open your eyes and ears to the unexpected and limitless possibilities of performing arts.

Theatre Productions These productions represent the efforts of students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and are presented by the Theatre/Performing Arts Discipline, the Theatre Club, the Student Government Council & Student Activities Board, and the Office of Community & Cultural Affairs. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Ticket prices for all of the productions, unless specificified otherwise, are: $10; $7 for students, seniors (65+) and BCC ARS Nova 2006: World Music A Bergen Community College Student Production Ender Hall Laboratory Theatre ~ November 9:  7:30pm

Family Programming Tickets: $10 - adults; $8 - children 18 and under Reserved seating -Advance ticket purchase is recommended Nai-Ni Chen Dance Co. The Art of Asian Dance   Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. in Ciccone Theatre   With dazzling costumes and fantastic props, the dancers bring youngsters on a journey to explore the culture of one of the most ancient nations in the world – China. Aided by narration, the audience learns the history, geography and the basic practice of traditional dance, with movement demonstrations. Dances include: Long Spear Dance; Fan Dance; Tai Ping Drum Dance; and Rock Paper Scissors. A few children will be invited on stage to learn how to dance with silk ribbons. Artistic  Director Nai-Ni Chen has received choreographer’s fellowship awards from the National Endowment for the Arts and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. An Asian Heritage Performance.