The Arts and More

Each year Misericordia University hosts numerous performances by outstanding national artists and organizations. Events run the gamut from live theater to folk music. Many celebrate diversity and the arts. Most of the events are free of charge.

Check out the list of upcoming events listed below. For more information, please call
MU Box Office (570) 674-6719
Also see our Campus Calendar.

Alumni Box Office (570) 674-6768
Toll Free 1-866-262-6363 (option 3 then 4)
Details for Alumni events can be found
under Alumni & Community on the MU
web page menu bar,then click into the
ALUMNI MAIN section.

OCTOBER 2011

Oct 29-Dec 10

Capturing Realism: ANI Art Academy Waichulis

Pauly Friedman Art Gallery

NOVEMBER 2011

Nov 17-19, Thursday-Saturday

"THE TEMPEST" Misericordia Players Theater

"Shakespeare meets Lost" as the Misericordia Players storm the stage with this innovative rendition.

8pm. Lemmond Theater. Tickets are available at the door:

$5 adults; $3 students/senior citizens

MU Box Office

DECEMBER 2011

Dec 1, Thursday

Ensemble Evening: DANCE

Misericordia's finest dancers take the stage to display their talents.

7:30pm. Lemmond Theater. No charge.

Dec 2, Friday

Tydings Trew: A Medieval English Christmas

The rich, true tones and flawlessly blended harmonies of the highly acclaimed six-man vocal ensemble, Lionheart, echo the carols, chants and motets for the Christmas season as it was celebrated in the cloisters, palaces and streets of England in the 15th and 16th centuries.

Afterwards, pamper your palate with a tease of delectable holiday confectionery and a cup of hot spiced tea or a dip from the Wassail bowl at the casual meet and greet following the 70 minute concert. Bring the whole family to this heartwarming holiday special! Tickets: Special Holiday pricing! $5 general admission, no charge MU students with ID.

7:30pm. Lemmond Theater

MU Box Office

Dec 3, Saturday
Sisters Serving Sisters; Families Helping Families

Please join us at this gala celebration of the 180th Anniversary of the Sisters of Mercy and the 10th Anniversary and Naming of the Women with Children program rescheduled from September 10th due to flooding concerns. Tickets will be honored for current ticket holders, and tickets are still available for purchase! All proceeds will benefit The Sisters of Mercy Scholarship for the Women with Children program.

7:00pm Mohegan Sun Ballroom

Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, Wilkes-Barre

Tickets: $125 per person. ($62.50 is tax deductable.)

Call the Misericordia Box Office (570) 674-6719 for tickets.

Dec 7, Wednesday
Ensemble Evening: MUSIC

An evening of beautiful Christmas music from MU's choirs and bands.

7:30pm. Lemmond Theater. No charge.

MU Box Office

Dec 16, Friday

Alumni Gathering: After Hours with Misericordia University

Scranton Hardware Bar, 519 Linden St, Scranton

8pm-11pm

Alumni Box Office

2012

JANUARY 2012

Jan 21-Mar 4

Exhibit: Edward Hopper: Early Impressions

A collection of some of Hopper's early works in charcoal, pen and ink, pencil, and graphite.

Winslow Homer (b.1836-d.1910): Woodcut Prints

In the MacDonald Art Gallery - Michael Molnar: Recent Paintings

Opening Reception on Saturday, January 21, 5-8pm.

The Pauly Friedman Art Gallery

Jan 27, Friday

Alumni Gathering: After Hours with Misericordia University

Metro Bar and Grill, 1174 Memorial Hwy, Dallas

8pm-11pm

Alumni Box Office

FEBRUARY 2012

Feb 16, Thursday

Gala Vocal Chamber Concert

This vivid and compelling program performed by one of America's premier Concert/Oratorio singers, Grammy-nominated mezzo-soprano D'Anna Fortunato, features "Una voce poco fa" (Rosina's famous aria from Rossini's Barber of Seville), selections from Handel's exquisite German arias; songs for voice, flute and piano by Ravel and Saint-Saens; Songs by Amy Beach; "Vowels" (1993) by Daniel Pinkham; "Kleemation" (2003, based on drawings by Paul Klee) by Elizabeth Vercoe; and Schubert's masterpiece, "Shepherd on the Rock." Ms. Fortunato has performed with premier American symphonies and in leading roles with major opera companies.

8:30pm. Lemmond Theater

Special pricing: $5 General Admission; $3 Senior Citizens. No charge MU students with ID.

Feb 24, Friday

Alumni Gathering: After Hours with Misericordia University

Rodano's, 53 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre

8pm-11pm

Alumni Box Office

Feb 25, Saturday

Alumni & Friends Night with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins

The Penguins face off against Syracuse Crunch. A pre-game indoor tailgate party will be held at Lucky's Sporthouse beginning at 5 pm. All alumni and friends of the university are welcome. Tickets: $20 per person includes the tailgate party!

Alumni Box Office

MARCH 2012

Mar 16, Friday

Alumni Gathering: After Hours with Misericordia University

The "V" Spot, 906 Providence Rd, Scranton

8pm-11pm

Alumni Box Office

Mar 17-Mar 31

Misericordia University Student Art Exhibition: Mixed Media

In the MacDonald Art Gallery: Misericordia University Fine Arts Faculty

The Pauly Friedman Art Gallery

Mar 29-31, Thursday-Saturday

Misericordia Players Theater

Check back in the Spring for the announcement of the play selection!

8pm. Lemmond Theater

$5 adults; $3 students/senior citizens

MU Box Office

Mar 31, Saturday

Bunny Brunch and Egg Hunt

11:00am: EGG HUNT (rain or shine)

Indicate your preference of brunch seating time:

1st seating - 10am; 2nd seating - 11:15am

Banks Student Life Center front lawn and Cougar's Den

$10 adults; $5 children 5-12; N/C under 5

A professional photographer will be on site.

Reservations required.

Alumni Box Office

APRIL 2012

April 9 - April 29

Nina Davidowitz & Skip Sensbach: Essence of Form
Recent Paintings, Clay and Wood

In the MacDonald Gallery: Botanical Impressions: An Installation by Leigh Pawling

Opening Reception - Saturday, April 14, 2012, from 5-8 PM

The Pauly Friedman Art Gallery

April 12, Thursday

Journey Through The Arts

A celebration of Misericordia students' achievements in music, drama, literature, and photography.

7:30pm. Lemmond Theater. No charge.

April 19, Thursday

Ensemble Evening: DANCE

Misericordia's dance students perform in a variety of styles, from ballet and modern to jazz and tap.

7:30pm. Lemmond Theater. No charge.

April 21, Thursday

NEPA Wine Country Tour

Park your car at Misericordia and let us take you on an informative and enjoyable excursion to our region's vineyards. $50 per person. Includes bus, wine and food tastings at five wineries, and afternoon meal at Twigs in Tunkhannock!

11am-7pm.

Alumni Box Office

April 25, Wednesday
Ensemble Evening: MUSIC
Jazz, Wind, Flute Ensembles, and Chamber Singers student performances.

7:30pm. Lemmond Theater. No charge.

MU Box Office

April 27, Friday

Alumni Gathering: After Hours with Misericordia University

Lucky's Sporthouse, 110 Schechter Dr, Wilkes-Barre Twp

8pm-11pm

Alumni Box Office

MAY 2012

May 6-June 29

Exhibit: The History and Impact of Nursing Education in Luzerne County 1893-2012

The Pauly Friedman Art Gallery
Opening Reception - Sunday, May 6, 2012, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm with a lecture in the Lemmond Theatre immediately following.

Lecture Series - TBA

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Sneak peek at SUMMER and FALL 2012

June 1-3, Friday-Sunday
ALUMNI WEEKEND 2012
Alumni Box Office

July
UNDER the STARS Summer Arts Festival 2012

Aug 18
By the Beach at Bar Anticipation, Lake Como, NJ
Join Misericordia alumni by the beach at Bar Anticipation in Lake Como, NJ. Enjoy a BBQ, live entertainment/DJ, and all the fun you can handle. Contests, drink specials, and a gift from Misericordia all for $10 pp! Volunteer training will be held.
4pm-8pm
Lake Como, NJ
Alumni Box Office

Oct 18-27
Cruise the Mediterranean with Alumni and Friends!
Spend your first day touring Barcelona followed by cruising for seven days on Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas. Ports of call include Provence and Nice, France; Piza, Rome; Naples and Capri, Italy!
Details to follow on the Alumni and Community section of the MU website.
Alumni Box Office