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The Performing Arts Division presents more than 100 events year-round featuring international soloists and ensembles, rising stars, cinema, concerts with commentary, children's programs and special events. The Great Artists Series, Concerts in the Court, Keyboard Conversations, Young Artists Series, For Kids and Families and Special Events bring world-class performers to MWPAI and enrich the lives of everyone in attendance. The Film Series presents international quality cinema each week.

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Great Artists Series
Celebrating 75 years, the Great Artists Series is synonymous with world-class entertainment, offering performances by the finest international soloists and ensembles. Treat yourself to the world's most brilliant artists.

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Concerts in the Court
The Concerts in the Court series presents the best in jazz and contemporary music. These Saturday evening performances are presented in the Museum of Art Root Sculpture Court.

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Keyboard Conversations®
Concerts with commentary are performed by the world-renowned concert pianist, Jeffrey Siegel combining an insightful and entertaining prologue, a full performance of the works and a lively question and answer session.

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For Kids and Families
Children and adults together enjoy superb family entertainment with For Kids and Families presentations. Bring the whole family to performances that are fun, stimulating, and entertaining. Delight in the magic, crazy and inspired masks, mimes, singers and storytellers, and just plain fun of For Kids and Families.

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Young Artists Series
Thrill to exciting performances by these dynamic artists destined for international stardom. Come early for preconcert talks at 1:30 p.m. and enjoy meeting the artists at receptions following each concert.

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Special Events
Each season, MWPAI presents several exciting special events. In 2008-2009, we're proud to offer a performances by The Holmes Brothers, John Hammond and Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, Fiesta Flamenca.

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Film Series
The Film Series presents recent hits, restored classics, cutting- edge alternative films and thought-provoking documentaries every week. Experience Central New York's finest screening room, the Museum of Art Auditorium.


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Mongol
Film Series
Wednesday, August 6
Friday, August 8, 2008

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Encounters at the
End of the World

Film Series
Wednesday, August 13
Friday, August 15, 2008

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Sangre de Mi Sangre
Film Series
Wednesday, August 20
Friday, August 22, 2008

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Reprise
Film Series
Wednesday, August 27
Friday, August 29, 2008

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Haydn and Mozart:
Humor and Heartache

Keyboard Conversations®
Saturday, September 6, 2008
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Keyboard Conversations
for Kids

For Kids and Families
Saturday, September 6, 2008
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Down by the Riverside
Featuring

Great Artists Series
Saturday, September 27, 2008
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The Art of Innocence
Special Events
Wednesday, October 15-Saturday, October 18, 2008
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Sarah E. Geller, Violin
Young Artists Series
Sunday, October 26, 2008
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The Academy of St. Martin
in the Fields Chamber Ensemble

Great Artists Series
Saturday, November 1, 2008
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John Hammond
Special Events
Saturday, November 8, 2008
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Basking in Beethoven
Keyboard Conversations®
Saturday, November 15, 2008
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Tom Chapin
For Kids and Families
Saturday, November 22, 2008
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar
and
Other Eric Carle Favourites

For Kids and Families
Sunday, December 7, 2008
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Circo Comedia
For Kids and Families
Saturday, January 10, 2009
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Diavolo
Great Artists Series
Thursday, January 15, 2009
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Hot Buttered Rum
Concerts in the Court
Saturday, January 24, 2009
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Joshua Bell
Violin Superstar

Jeremy Denk
Piano

Great Artists Series
Thursday, February 5, 2009
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Dapper Dan
and
Woodhead as The Foolz

For Kids and Families
Saturday, February 7, 2009
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The Freddy Cole Quartet
Concerts in the Court
Saturday, February 28, 2009
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Al Simmons
For Kids and Families
Saturday, March 14, 2009
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The National Acrobats of China
Great Artists Series
Saturday, March 21, 2009
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Gaelic Storm
Concerts in the Court
Saturday, April 4, 2009
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The Longevity of the Short Piece
Keyboard Conversations®
Saturday, April 11, 2009
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DuffleBag Theatre
For Kids and Families
Saturday, April 25, 2009
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Jose Franch-Ballester, Clarinet

Young Artists Series
Sunday, May 3, 2009
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Musical Pictures
Keyboard Conversations®
Saturday, May 9, 2009
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Chris Botti
Great Artists Series
Saturday, May 16, 2009
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