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Spring 2009 Semester Schedule of Performers
The P.E.O. Foundation Art Gallery Fall 2009 Schedule
Ticket Information
Saturday, January 17
ALL CAMPUS “OLDIES” DANCE
9 p.m., Gymnasium
Come join the ladies of Cottey College at the annual winter dance. A DJ will provide the latest in music.
Saturday, January 24
THE LASCIVIOUS BIDDIES (CLASS Event)
8 p.m., Auditorium, $6/$5, tickets
The members of this all-female quartet,  based in New York City, are making headlines with their blend of “angelic vocal harmonies, wordy humor,
jazz chops, and pop moxie.” Combining jazz, pop, rock, country, and classical influences, they call their unique style “cocktail pop.” On their 
collective résumé, The Biddies have shared the stage with luminaries such as Elvis Costello, Natalie Merchant, Debbie Harry, and The Jazz Passengers. The
Biddies and their music have been featured on The Food Network, The Discovery Channel, Fuse TV, a national TV commercial for Chili’s Restaurants, a
segment on CBS Evening News, and are heard nationally on NPR, local radio stations across America, and internationally on the BBC. They have been
described as “the cast of Sex and the City transformed into a modern jazz quartet.”
Friday, February 6
JUXTAPOWER (CLASS Event)
8 p.m., Auditorium, $6/$5, tickets
This South-African production blends sketch humor and drama with the best of South-African song and dance. It includes Zulu/Suthu praise
singing, traditional songs, Zulu dance juxtaposed with a ballet technique (foot-stomping warrior dance), as well as gum boot dance with a touch of
American stepping, and South-African township dance (ghetto dance expression, inspired by hip hop and homemade choreography). The performance
features a narrator who educates the audience about South-African history--from the mines, to the townships, and the country side; and emphasizes
the beauty of their art and the influences of the Western culture on the South-African population. Sduduzo Ka-Mbili, the choreographer and director,
was recently seen on Superstars of Dance, NBC’s international dance competition.>
Thursday, February 19
GABRIELA GARCIA-MEDINA
8 p.m., Raney Dining Room, $4/$3
Gabriela Garcia-Medina is an international spoken-word artist and award-winning poet. She has performed at colleges, festivals, and conferences all over the world, including
Brazil, Cuba, South Africa, Switzerland, and throughout the United States. She has performed for a variety of occasions, including: womyn’s history months, Latino heritage months,
human trafficking awareness events, Palestine awareness activities, and AIDS awareness weeks, among others. In addition to being an activist, teacher, motivational speaker, and
community advocate, she also is the founder of her own clothing line Labor de Amor. Her recent books include Ink-Scribing Oshun and In the Wake of Oya.
Friday-Saturday, February 27-28
A THURBER CARNIVAL
8 p.m., Auditorium, $4/$3
This revue, with dance and music, features humorous sketches by American humorist James Thurber. It includes Thurber’s famous The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, Mr. Preble Gets Rid of His Wife, The Macbeth Murder Mystery, The Unicorn in the Garden, The Little Girl and the Wolf, and many other scenes. The student actors are directed by Michael Denison.
Saturday, March 28
JONATHAN CLAY
8 p.m., Raney Dining Room, $4/$3
Jonathan’s unique sound is a soulful mix of rock, pop, blues, and folk. His lyrics are genuine and entertaining, and his style is
one-of-a-kind. Tracks from his debut album have been featured on MTV’s Real World, Newport Harbor, and The Hills. His
second album, Back to Good, has received praise from both critics and fans alike. His new music video, This One’s For Me, is
currently in rotation on mtvU. This Austin, Texas, native invites you to join the ride of a lifetime in a true example of what it’s like to follow
one’s dreams and make them a reality
Friday-Saturday, April 17-18
COTTEY DANCE COMPANY CONCERT
8 p.m., Auditorium
The Cottey Repertory Dance Company shines in choreography by faculty members, students, and guest artist Haley Hoss Jameson. Come and
experience a wide range of ideas and images expressed in movement. See dances about emotional baggage, life choices, and more!
Wednesday, April 22
COTTEY CHOIR CONCERT
8 p.m., Recital Hall
Swing by and hear the delightful sounds of the Cottey Pops and Cottey Chamber Singers as they sing a wide variety of music for women’s choirs.
They are under the direction of Theresa Forrester Spencer.
Saturday, May 2
CHILDREN’S THEATRE
3 p.m., Auditorium
This performance is designed for children, chosen and produced by members of Cottey College children’s theatre class, and is under the direction of
Rusalyn Andrews. More information will be available in April.
Saturday, May 2
BRIENNE MOORE
5:45 p.m., B.I.L. Lodge
performance is free/dinner is $6
With an eclectic blend of acoustic soul, folk, and R&B, this up-and-coming singer/songwriter is blazing a soulful trail through the music
industry. After independently finishing her self-titled CD in 2007, for which she wrote all the music and lyrics, the buzz is being created on her
captivating melodies and honest lyrics. Brienne believes “Music has always been a way to heal my pain, express my happiness, and embrace my solitude.”
The performance follows a picnic dinner.
Sunday, May 3
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC CONCERT
3 p.m., Auditorium
The Cottey College Wind Ensemble and the Cottey College Jazz Ensemble performs a variety of jazz and wind ensemble literature. There are
approximately 50 student musicians in the ensembles, and they are under the direction of Gary Johnson.
Sunday, May 17
125th ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT
10 a.m., Gymnasium
An honored guest will address the Class of 2009 and their guests before the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees are presented. Come watch and celebrate!
Financial assistance for The Lascivious Biddies and Juxtapower has been provided by the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency.
The Mid-America Arts Alliance has provided funding for The Lascivious Biddies.
Cottey Campus Activities and Ticket Office
1000 W. Austin
Nevada, MO 64772
(417) 667-8181, ext. 2186
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For tickets or more information, contact the Cottey College Ticket Office or Ms. Kris Korb, coordinator of campus activities, at (417) 667-8181, ext. 2186 or by e-mail at kkorb@cottey.edu.
PRICES AND TICKET INFORMATION
If an admission price is indicated, the first one is for adults and the second is for those persons under 18 or over 62 years of age. Admission is complimentary for current Cottey students and employees. Tickets may be purchased for the noted events approximately two weeks prior to the performance date, providing seats are available. Some tickets may be available the night of the performance/event in the lobby of the Center for the Arts. All seats are general admission so ticket holders may want to arrive fifteen minutes prior to the performance to secure the seating of their choice.
PERFORMANCE FACILITIES
The Auditorium and Recital Hall are located in the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, on the northeast corner of Austin Boulevard and Tower Street. Raney Dining Room is located on the lower level of Robertson Hall. The Chapel is located on the south side of Austin Boulevard between Reeves Hall and Robertson Hall. Hinkhouse Gymnasium is one block south of Austin Boulevard, behind the Chapel. B.I.L. Hill is eight blocks south of the campus on College Street.
All events are subject to change, cancellation, or substitution.
The P.E.O. Foundation Art Gallery
- January 10-February 7........................................ African Art and Artifacts
(from MSSU’s collection)
- February 12-March 6 .......................................... Bruce Holman
- March 23-April 10 ................................................ Works of Harry Chew
- April 16-May 17 .................................................... Rand Smith
The P.E.O. Foundation Art Gallery is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and later on the nights of performances in the Center for the Arts. Other viewing hours are available upon request. Be sure to watch for information on artists’ receptions. Contact the Campus Activities Office for more information on these exhibitions. Current student works are exhibited in the Carolyn E. Conway Student Art Gallery, located in the Rubie Burton Academic Center.
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