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...Western NY Covering territory from Buffalo, to Jamestown, to Mayville — enjoy a day of laughs and drafts in Western New York! The full line-up includes lunch or libations at the Labatt Brew House at noon, followed by a tour of the National Comedy Center at 3 pm with a special welcome by NCC Executive Director Journey Gunderson & Chautauqua’s VP of Education Matt Ewalt, topped off with a pint at the newly-opened Big Inlet Brewing. Come...
Lifelong Learning at Chautauqua
...more Il Divo Aug. 2 learn more Stephen Sanchez with Special Guest Ray Bull Aug. 9 learn more Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls Aug. 16 learn more Wynton Marsalis Aug. 19 learn more Wynton Marsalis’ All Rise Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with the Music School Festival Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus Aug. 21 learn more Wynton Marsalis’ All Rise Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with the Music School Festival Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus...
Chautauqua Food Festival Chef Series: Jamaican with Chef Darian Bryan
Join Chef Darian Bryan for a five-course dinner as part of the Chautauqua Food Festival. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with passed hors d’oeuvres with dinner seating at 6 p.m. Make your reservation via OpenTable or calling 716-357-5005. Chef Darian, is a Jamaican chef bringing the heat to Buffalo, NY. He has been featured on Food Network, CBS News, ESPN, The Jamaican Observer, The Gleaner, TVJ and so much more. He arrived in the...
Entertainment and Concerts
...will help Chautauqua celebrate its sesquicentennial with music, puppetry, and performance outdoors on a pop-up stage in Bestor Plaza. On Sunday, watch them perform; on Monday join them for a street puppet-making workshop (times and locations TBA), and on Tuesday, celebrate Chautauqua with a birthday edition of Brouhaha: participatory entertainment for kids and adults alike. The Tuesday performance on Bestor plaza immediately follows the Old First Night ceremony, striking up outside of the Amphitheater in...
Fall in Love with Chautauqua
As the leaves take on breathtaking fall hues, the only thing missing from our grounds is you! Come spend the day lakeside, exploring our grounds, quaint shops, delicious dining experiences and exciting autumn events. Get away from your day-to-day and immerse yourself in the season’s beauty at Chautauqua Institution. Explore Our Grounds Every fall, Chautauqua’s 750-acre grounds transform — painted in beautiful shades of red, orange, and yellow that capture the stunning autumnal beauty in western...
The 80th Anniversary of D-Day: A conversation with Kori Schake
A senior fellow and the director of foreign and defense policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), Kori Schake is serving as Chautauqua’s expert on our first Chautauqua Travels river cruise experience, June 3-10, 2024. Join us for this webinar conversation on Zoom where Kori will discuss the lessons D-Day continues to teach us....
A Production Day at the Amp: How It Happens
Week 2 | M, Tu, W, Th | Hultquist 201B | Ages 16+ Designed for outsiders as a portal into the daily operations of the Amphitheater, discussions will include the process of booking talent, advance communications, and the process of day-of production....
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Independence Day Celebration
Stuart Chafetz, conductor Julie Reiber, vocalist Celebrate Independence Day in style with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra’s July 4th concert, featuring the dynamic leadership of Principal Pops Conductor Stuart Chafetz and the sensational vocals of Julie Reiber. Join us for an evening of patriotic fervor and musical brilliance as we pay tribute to the spirit of America. From stirring marches to beloved Broadway hits, this concert promises a dazzling display of talent and passion that will...
Bryant Day Ceremony
Bryant Day Ceremony...
CLSC Recognition Day Ceremony
CLSC Recognition Day Ceremony...