Week Three: July 8–15, 2023
Every summer, over the course of nine weeks, more than 100,000 people visit Chautauqua Institution in search of respite, community and personal growth. And every summer, they find it. See for yourself what makes Chautauqua Institution a destination like no other. Keep scrolling to explore Week Three.
Featured Entertainment and Events
Natalie Merchant with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
July 8
Rain – A Tribute to The Beatles
July 14
The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass
July 12
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Steven Banks, saxophone
July 13
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
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Chautauqua Chamber Music: Brooklyn Rider
July 10
Chautauqua Lecture Series
Can the Center Hold? — A Question for Our Moment
We can think of “the center” as the middle in political and economic terms: furthest from the edges of society and a place of status quo, moderation and balance. We also use center in reference to a physical space where a community comes together — to worship, to heal, to support one another. And “center” can mean the center of one’s being, the place one seeks in quiet moments of reflection. The center is many things, but is it foundational to a functioning society, or a construct that too often holds us back from progress and change? Does losing the center give way to extremism? In this week we consider who and what defines the center of society and why — or if — the center should be preserved.
Bill Kristol, editor-at-large of The Bulwark and a founding director of Defending Democracy Together, returns to the Chautauqua Lecture Series on Monday, July 10, to open the week’s discussions.
Confirmed Lectures
Interfaith Lecture Series
Health and Faith: Considering the Center of Wellbeing in Partnership with Interfaith America
How can we navigate the intersection of faith and health to claim a “center of wellbeing” for all people? Addressing topics including mental health, spiritual caregiving, health equity, and integrative medicine, this week’s speakers will explore the positive potential that our diverse religious identities and communities offer as we seek human thriving. Taken together, the week’s series will cast a vision for robust interfaith engagement throughout the health ecosystem.
Confirmed Lectures
July 10 @ 2:00 pm Week Three (July 8–15)
Eboo Patel , Dr. Ulysses W. Burley III
Hall of Philosophy | CHQ Assembly
Interfaith Lecture Series Partner: Interfaith America
As a leader in the exploration of faith & health in America, Interfaith America is building communities of practice committed to unlocking the positive potential of religion in health-related settings. From undergraduate and graduate health professions programs to health-focused faith-based organizations to health system and public health leaders, we’re inspiring, equipping, and connecting those who are poised to bridge the gap between religion and health to promote individual and community flourishing.
Explore Performing and Visual Arts
The arts can sometimes bridge differences and illuminate perspectives as no other method can. Artistic expressions at Chautauqua — including professional and pre-professional offerings in classical and contemporary music, theater, opera, dance, visual arts and literary arts — aim to inspire, educate, entertain and engage a diverse and growing audience.
Places to Stay
Make the night complete by staying on our historic grounds. From the Athenaeum Hotel to countless private rental properties, Chautauqua offers accommodations for all needs and tastes.
Dining & Shopping
Make your Chautauqua experience memorable! Share a delicious meal at one of our many restaurants. Or take piece of Chautauqua home with you from our unique shops.