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Music from the Sole

Blurring the lines between concert, dance and music performance, Music from the Sole is a vibrant tap and live music ensemble celebrating tap’s roots in the African diaspora. 

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In Conversation with Tommy Orange

MacArthur Fellow and Pulitzer Prize finalist Tommy Orange is the author of the bestselling novel There There, a multigenerational portrait of urban Native American life.  Centered on communities often overlooked, There There tells the story of lives shaped by profound spirituality as well as the ongoing realities of addiction, abuse, and loss. His newest book, Wandering Stars, continues this exploration in a powerful narrative of epigenetic and generational trauma.
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Sona Jobarteh & Saha Gnawa

Two visionary forces shaping the future of African diasporic music come together in two complementary sets for an evening that honors deep musical lineages while embracing a new global perspective. 

Sona Jobarteh, the first professional female kora virtuoso to emerge from a West African griot dynasty, carries this centuries-old tradition forward through luminous vocals and masterful musicianship. Preserving her ancestral inheritance, she forges a bold humanitarian path into the future. 

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Las Migas

Two-time winners of the Latin Grammy Award for Best Flamenco Album (2022 and 2025), Spain’s Las Migas reimagine flamenco, shaping a sound that is both contemporary and deeply expressive.

In spring 2025, Las Migas released Flamencas, a tribute to the essence and purity of flamenco that further evolves their sound toward a contemporary voice. With more than 20 years together and six studio albums, the group has become one of Spain’s most internationally acclaimed ensembles, performing in more than 50 countries.

Julian Lage Quartet with John Medeski, Jorge Roeder, & Kenny Wollesen standing behind Julian Lage who is sitting and holding an electric guitar.

Julian Lage Quartet

Guitarist Julian Lage is widely acclaimed as one of the most prodigious musicians of his generation.  His latest project, Scenes from Above, features a new quartet with legendary keyboardist John Medeski and an all-star rhythm section of bassist Jorge Roeder and drummer Kenny Wolleson. Drawing inspiration from folkloric traditions, the music is warm, soulful, organic and reflects Lage’s deepening interest in writing with a band fully in mind. 
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Arcis Saxophone Quartet

The Arcis Saxophone Quartet, named after Munich's iconic Arcis Street, has emerged as one of the most vibrant and active classical ensembles globally.

Inspired by Johann Sebastian Bach’s The Well-Tempered Clavier, this program presents a kaleidoscope of preludes and fugues where the timeless mastery of Johann Sebastian Bach's meets the creativity of musicians and composers from all centuries and styles.

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Akram Khan Company

In Akram Khan Company’s final touring production, the past and present converge in a journey deeply rooted in the power of ritual. Imagined as an annual gathering, the all-female ensemble comes together to awaken the spirit of those who came before them. Combining Bharatanatyam and contemporary voices, this work unfolds through ceremony and shared remembrance, transcending time to unite past and present in a profound act of renewal.  

Khan draws profound inspiration from diverse cultures that engage in these sacred practices across the globe.

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Jlin + Third Coast Percussion

Grammy Award–winning ensemble Third Coast Percussion joins groundbreaking electronic composer and performer Jlin for a genre-defying melodic celebration of rhythm and melody.  

Jlin’s percussion-driven polyrhythms inspire and converse with TCP’s contemporary classical roots, uniting electronic and acoustic forces in a shared musical landscape. This meeting of two musical worlds is much greater than the sum of these remarkable musical forces – it’s a joyous act of discovery and creation.

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Why Not Theatre

After a lifetime devoted to climate activism, internationally renowned environmentalists David Suzuki and Tara Cullis take to the stage in an intimate and inspiring theatre experience. 

A rare behind-the-scenes look at a life shaped by deep love, commitment, and the courage to act; they reflect on their extraordinary 50-year partnership in life and work.  

Taylor Mac wears a colorful costume smiles while pianist Matt Ray plays beside them.

Taylor Mac & Matt Ray

MacArthur Award–winning icon Taylor Mac reunites with Obie Award–winning composer Matt Ray, “the musical nexus of New York’s alt-cabaret scene” (The New York Times), for an evening that invites reflection on queer lineage and futures. 

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