Burke Museum of Natural History & Culture
April 23, 2014
Arts Roundup: Exhibitions, music – and the Kollar American Art Lecture
As we step into spring it’s a busy week for the arts on campus and we encourage you to take advantage of the many performances, exhibitions and lectures now happening.
April 16, 2014
Arts Roundup: Film, University Symphony – and ‘The Beggar’s Opera’
There’s much to see and do this week in the arts. Join the Burke Museum this Saturday for Native Arts and Artists Day or Head to the Jones Playhouse for the debut of “The Beggar’s Opera” presented by the UW School of Drama.
April 9, 2014
Arts Roundup: Exhibits, lectures – and Music of Today
From the Burke’s new exhibit “Imagine That.,” highlighting some of the interesting objects they have amassed over the years, to an intimate Music of Today performance presented by the Center for Digital Arts and Experimental Media and the School of Music, don’t miss out on these exciting events!
April 2, 2014
Arts Roundup: Music, dance – and exhibit openings
With the start of spring quarter brings a fresh lineup of exciting events to attend on the Seattle campus.
March 26, 2014
Decline of natural history troubling for science, society
Seventeen North American scientists outline the importance of natural science and call for a revitalization of the practice.
March 12, 2014
Arts Roundup: Mammoth tusk, art – and JACK Quartet
Winter quarter is coming to a close but there are still several events to take advantage of on the Seattle campus. This week, see the Mammoth tusk on display at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture or attend one of the many exciting music events– a perfect way to jump start spring!
March 6, 2014
Arts Roundup: Dino Day, music — and Cloud Gate
This coming week in the arts there’s an array of dance, theater and exhibitions to enjoy. Don’t miss Dino Day and ArtVENTURES at the Burke Museum and Henry Art Gallery or Cloud Gate presented by the UW World Series.
February 26, 2014
Arts Roundup: Exhibits, dance — and ‘The Arabian Nights’
Exhibit openings, music, theater and dance performances fill this especially busy week in the arts.
February 12, 2014
Arts Roundup: Music, art — and ‘Short Takes on Dam(n) Science’
Music and museums lead this week in the arts as Ludovic Morlot, Seattle Symphony music director, joins the University Symphony for a special Valentine’s Day performance.
February 5, 2014
Arts Roundup: Exhibits, lectures — and the Mallethead Series
It’s a packed week in the arts presenting you with a diverse array of options. The Henry Art Gallery presents “Danny Lyon: The Bikeriders” through May 4; the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture hosts a trivia night at the College Inn Pub and don’t miss the final weekend of “Reading to Vegetables” at the Penthouse Theater.
January 30, 2014
Arts Roundup: Drama, Music — and ‘Katinka Bock: A and I’ at the Henry
This week there is a smattering of events with a highlight being the School of Drama’s show “Reading to Vegetables,” directed by Tina Polzin.
January 22, 2014
Arts Roundup: Music, dance — and students perform ‘Reefer Madness’
Dance and drama lead this busy week of UW Arts, with the Dance Program’s Dance Faculty Concert and later, “Reefer Madness” by the Undergraduate Theater Society and the School of Drama’s production of “Reading to Vegetables.”
January 15, 2014
Arts Roundup: Student music recitals, A Far Cry — and ‘Theater from the Inside Out’
This week enjoy a variety of events happening across campus with a highlight being an inside look at the “Chinookan Peoples of the Lower Columbia” at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture.
December 11, 2013
Arts Roundup: Exhibits at the Henry and Burke Museum
This week we’re wrapping up the end of fall quarter — and the last arts roundup of 2013 — with a nice bow. During the roundup’s winter hiatus, we encourage you to check out some of the ongoing exhibits on campus before they also come to a close.
November 26, 2013
Arts Roundup: Drama, art — and the School of Music’s ‘Carolfest’
The holiday season kicks off in full force with a variety of arts events to enjoy, including the School of Music’s annual CarolFest is on Dec. 4.
November 20, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music, drama — and ‘Elwha: A River Reborn’
This week slows down as the campus prepares for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. However, don’t miss your last chance to see School of Drama’s “Fifth of July” or venture to the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture to explore their new exhibit “Elwha: A River Reborn.”
November 13, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music, drama — and the Hall Health Artwalk
It’s a packed week in the arts, with an event option for every day. DXARTS and the School of Music offer an electro-acoustic concert, the UW World Series presents “Café Variations” in collaboration with the School of Drama, the Burke Museum of History and Culture has its Meet the Mammals day, and more.
October 30, 2013
Arts Roundup: Faculty performances — and the Earshot Jazz Festival
As we head into November, the UW offers an array of events to get you out of the rain and into a museum or performance. If jazz is your flavor, make sure to check out the Earshot Jazz Festival with special performances by UW music professors and other local jazz favorites.
October 24, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music, exhibits, women’s festival — and a Halloween concert
It’s a big week for the arts on campus featuring dance, music, lectures, and a festival. From the annual Halloween Organ Concert to the ISIS: Women Arts Festival at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture — take your pick or pick them all.
October 16, 2013
Arts Roundup: Birds at the Burke, exhibit openings — and Music of Today featuring Garth Knox
The UW School of Music leads this busy week in the arts with performances by the Steve Korn Group, UW Symphony and Music of Today featuring violist Garth Knox.
October 10, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music, film, drama, lectures — and Chamber Dance Company
This week, the Chamber Dance Company’s 2013 concert is the icing on the cake in a busy week of arts events that also includes the School of Drama’s opening of “The Real Inspector Hound” and the Emerson String Quartet performing with School of Music Professor Craig Sheppard.
April 10, 2013
Burke Museum Herbarium launches new wildflower app
The “Washington Wildflowers” app, out this week, includes information for more than 870 common wildflowers, shrubs and vines.
April 4, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music, art, fiction — and the Burke Museum’s ‘Coast Salish Weekend’
There’s much to see and hear on campus as spring quarter begins — music. art, lectures and fiction — even though the true campus stars are the cherry blossoms.
March 28, 2013
Arts Roundup: Art, recitals, trivia — and big band jazz
This week, student art and music, a School of Social Work art exhibit a lecture on art and more. It’s between quarters but there’s still plenty to see on campus.
March 21, 2013
Arts Roundup: Art about music, music about art — and ongoing shows
Ongoing exhibits at the Henry Art Gallery and Burke Museum and UW-related art being shown off campus are featured.
March 7, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music, opera, drama — and dinosaurs
Lots of music this week, plus “Cyrano” continues and the Burke Museum holds Dino Day, a family-friendly event 65 million years in the making.
February 7, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music old and new, drumming and percussion — and the Burke’s Artifact ID Day
The School of Music leads this crowded week, from baroque to modern, percussion to a combined band concert. Plus, Taiko drummers visit, the Henry Art Gallery has its annual gala and the Burke Museum holds its popular annual Artifact ID Day
January 31, 2013
Arts Roundup: Music, theater, art, lectures — and ‘Short Takes on Plastics’
The drama “Burn This” continues, the School of Art has multiple events and the Kirkland Choral Society stops by for a visit.
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