Just a 30-minute drive west of our Inn is a cultural goldmine. The Weis Center for the Performing Arts in Lewisburg is Bucknell University’s acclaimed arts center, and a visit there is always a joy. The striking 1200-seat performance hall wows with its design, and is known for its excellent acoustics. And every year, the schedule of music, dance and theater is equally impressive. The Center prides itself in securing the highest quality of artists from across the world, often those who are innovators in their fields.
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| Photo courtesy of Weis Center for the Performing Arts |
Below is a brief highlight of some of the amazing performances scheduled for the 2015 fall season. For a complete listing and further information, be sure to visit the Weis Center for the Performing Arts website.
Weis Center for the Performing Arts
Bucknell University
1 Dent Drive, Lewisburg
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70-577-1000
Cimarron. From Colombia, South America, and combining a mixture of ethnic melodies and rhythms, these musicians use harp, bandola, cuatro, bass, maracas and high-pitched voices to experiment with their rich heritage and create breathtaking music.
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Campus Theater
7:30 p.m.
Adults, $10; Seniors 62+ and Subscribers, $8; Age 18 and under, $5
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| Photo courtesy of Weis Center for Performing Arts |
The Hot Sardines. Expect a fun evening of hot jazz reminiscent of Bourbon Street with a glorious mix of glamour, grit and passion.
Friday, September 25, 2015
Weis Center
7:30 p.m.
Adults, $25; Seniors 62+ and Subscribers, $20; Age 18 and under, $15
Lakota Sioux Dance Theater. Set against vivid video imagery and accompanied by live traditional music, the Native American performers create a memorable work that weaves storytelling with dance.
Friday, October 2, 2013
Weis Center
7:30 p.m.
Adults, $20; Seniors 62+ and Subscribers, $16; Age 18 and under, $10
Jerusalem Quartet. This foursome has garnered international praise for their precision and passion will be performing works by Haydn, Bartok and Dvorak.
Saturday, October 17, 2015
Weis Center
7:30 p.m.
Adults, $25; Seniors 62+ and Subscribers, $20; Age 18 and under, $15
Allison Brown Quartet. An internationally-acclaimed musician and former member of Allison Krauss’ Union Station band, Allison Brown was named Banjo Planer of the year 0n 1991 by the International Bluegrass Association.
Friday, October 23, 2015
Weis Center
7:30 p.m.
Adults, $20; Seniors 62+ and Subscribers, $16; Age 18 and under, $10
Ailey II. One of the top young dance troups in the country performs innovative works by dance master and new talent.
Saturday, November 7, 2015
Weis Center
7:30 p.m.
Adults, $25; Seniors 62+ and Subscribers, $20; Age 18 and under, $15
Guests who wish to attend performances can enjoy an early dinner at our Farmhouse restaurant and then return post-show for dessert in the Brew Pub.
Give our Front Desk a call and they’ll be happy to arrange your stay and help with tickets.