CHQ Artists in Residence
...& Family Day Camps Children’s School Group One Boys’ and Girls’ Club Family Scholarship Program Chautauqua Cinema Experience Community Come Breathe with Chautauqua AIR Presents 2022 was the program’s inaugural year, and we were proud to host seven dance residences, working in tandem with three national partners to select companies: Works & Process LaunchPAD at The Guggenheim, Dance Lab New York, and Joyce Productions. Our artists in residence are either sponsored or recommended by our national partners. Are you the next...
Scholar in Residence
... Below, he offers an overview of each day. Day 1: Populism v. Democracy We will discuss contemporary forms of populism, as well as differences between left- and right-wing varieties. We will also address the central paradox of populism: while populism is rooted in democracy, it is often utilized by presidents to undermine democracy. Day 2: The Democracy Advantage We live in an era of democratic discontent. Everyone seems to have major complaints about the performance...
Media Resources
...study the arts and treat them as integral to all of learning, and we convene the critical conversations of the day to advance understanding through civil dialogue. Contact Information Jill McCormick Director of Communications 716-640-6963 jmccormick@chq.org Media Access Chautauqua Institution invites media coverage from reputable regional and national outlets. During the Summer Assembly, from late June to late Aug., access to Chautauqua’s grounds and venues is restricted. A limited number of complimentary press credentials are...
Youth & Family
...Details and schedules are available at the tennis pro shop. Racquets may be borrowed at no charge during the junior programs. Private lessons and junior memberships are also available. learn more Education Wednesdays Every Wednesday of the season, Chautauqua County students, faculty, administration and staff get free admission! learn more Plan Your Experience Today Whether you stay for a day, a week, or the entire summer, a visit to Chautauqua is one you won’t soon...
A Smarter Way to Park: Introducing CI Access at Chautauqua
...lane, 24 hours a day, for entry or exit. This should help reduce congestion and improve traffic flow during busy times. This system upgrade also means concert and special event parking has also been streamlined. For popular events on Friday and Saturday nights throughout the summer season, visitors can pre-pay for parking at a reduced rate of $15 and simply scan their ticket for entry. If they choose to pay the day of the event,...
CHQ Dialogues
...was doing in libraries throughout the year over a five-day period, with a different focus each day, Communities in Conversation throughout the year was a network of community-based interfaith study and discussion groups co-sponsored by the Chautauqua Institution and local libraries. Individuals from different faith communities held informal discussions. They were based on the readings provided in a Study Guide developed in 2009 and revised annually through 2011. In this way, the participants...
Golf Instruction
...in Professional Golf Management and a minor in Business Administration. Kole has led a PGA Junior League team at both of his affiliated clubs, and has taught at all levels for the past two years. To schedule a private lesson, call 716-357-1912. Golf Clinics Registration for the following clinics/classes begins May 15, 2025, by calling 716-357-1912. NOTE: All camps include rental clubs if necessary. Junior 2-Day Camp This two-day camp is for all junior golfers. It...
Chautauqua Institution Resource Use Policy
...for the Chautauqua Bird, Tree and Garden Club, which it does to this day. Further, please note that this policy does not pertain to the Athenaeum Hotel or its owned/operated facilities. All arrangements for Hotel facilities must be made with Hotel events staff and are subject to Athenaeum Hotel Company policies and pricing. Entrance fees may not be charged for attendance at events held in Institution-owned buildings or on Institution-owned properties without advance written permission...
New Plays at CTC
...August 1-4 Birthday Candles follows Ernestine Ashworth on a magical 100-year journey from her 17th birthday through her 117th. This quirky and clever play invites us into questions of identity, family and legacy. Birthday Candles was commissioned by Detroit Public Theatre and will premiere there this fall. BUILDING THE WALL By Robert Schenkkan August 2-5 Written by the Pulitzer and Tony winning playwright Robert Schenkkan, Building The Wall is a tense, immediate drama that brings...
Week Seven 2026
...August 10 @ 10:45 am Week Seven (August 8–15) Nancy Youssef Amphitheater | CHQ Assembly $40 View Details Nancy Youssef Monday, August 10th 2026 @ 10:45 am Amphitheater & Online How To Access This Event Gate Pass Holder Access to this event is included with the Gate Pass. Single Tickets Price: $40 Purchase Single Tickets Online View this event on Chautauqua Institution’s YouTube paid membership channel. Register/Sign-up Nancy Youssef Nancy Youssef is a staff writer...