CSO Announces Music Director Rossen Milanov four-year contract extension
Chautauqua, N.Y.- Chautauqua Institution today announced a four-year extension for Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra (CSO) Music Director and Principal Symphonic Conductor Rossen Milanov. The extension follows 10 successful seasons of CSO programming on Chautauqua Institution’s renowned Amphitheater stage. “I am overjoyed that Chautauqua Institution will continue to be blessed with Maestro Milanov’s leadership in the coming years,” said Vice President of Performing and Visual Arts Laura Savia. “Rossen is a consummate musician, a discerning leader and...
Chautauqua Theater Company ‘The Crossover:’ New Musical Announces Acclaimed Creative Team
...of its major achievements includes Noah Haidle’s Birthday Candles, which was originally developed at CTC and later had a celebrated run on Broadway. CTC has entered a new era of artistic excellence under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Jade King Carroll, commissioning plays by Kate Hamill (The Light and The Dark, 2024 CTC World Premiere), C.A. Johnson (The Witnesses, 2025 CTC World Premiere), and Sharyn Rothstein, and developing new works by Chisa Hutchinson, Mike...
Weddings & Conferences
...many options for your reception including inside our grand hotel dining room or ballroom, outside on the front lawn, or again by the bell tower on the lake. Lodging is also available for all of your guests. Hosting a destination wedding at our beautiful hotel provides endless possibilities to make your special day as perfect as you can imagine. Chautauqua Institution looks forward to hosting your wedding celebration. All couples are welcome. Download our complete...
Historical Marker Program Honors Chautauqua’s Founding
As Chautauqua Institution prepares to launch its 150th Summer Assembly June 24, it celebrates the installation of a historical marker at the Institution’s main entrance, located on Rt. 394 in Chautauqua, N.Y. Commemorating its founding in 1874 as the Chautauqua Sunday School Teacher Assembly, and made possible by a grant from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation, the marker reads: CHAUTAUQUA SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER ASSEMBLY FIRST HELD IN AUGUST 1874 WITH CLASSES, LECTURES, RECREATION AND WORSHIP....
Chautauqua Institution Reveals Impressive Economic Imprint on Region, State
Study shows how historic destination continues to impact, influence New York on the cusp of its sesquicentennial Chautauqua Institution, along with its patrons and property owners, generates more than $305 million in total economic impact for New York state, while serving as a key driver for the tourism industry in western New York and community development across Chautauqua County, according to a study released today. In April 2022, Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Property Owners Association...
Performances
...enjoying the many summer resort activities Chautauqua has to offer. Performances Workshop Studio Performance: Saturday, July 4, 2026 Student Gala I: Sunday, July 19, 2026 Student Gala II: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Chautauqua Pre-Professional Dancers with the Music School Festival Orchestra: Monday, August 3, 2026 Pre-Professional Choreographic Workshop: TBA The School of Dance provides students from across the nation the opportunity of studying with world-renowned teachers. The most advanced students receive the experience of performing...
Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Monte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able to move easily and gracefully while using breathing and stretching techniques to help quiet his mind and prepare him to face each day with purpose and joy....
Golf Instruction
...PGA Junior League team at both of his affiliated clubs and has taught at all levels for the past two years. Kole has held his current role as Director of Instruction here at Chautauqua Golf Club for the past two years. To schedule a private lesson, call 716-357-1912. Golf Clinics Registration for the following clinics/classes begins June 1, 2026, by calling 716-357-1912. NOTE: All camps include rental clubs if necessary. Little Kiddos Camp These one-day camps will include basic introduction to the...
Movement and Meditation with Monte Thompson
Monte Thompson was a professional dancer, and also spent years as a restauranteur. His life was spent on his feet. Now retired, he is interested in continuing to be able to move easily and gracefully while using breathing and stretching techniques to help quiet his mind and prepare him to face each day with purpose and joy....
Chautauqua Health & Fitness Center
Chautauqua Health & Fitness Center 716-357-6430 | fitnesscenter@chq.org | Located inside the Turner Community Center Personal training, private swim lessons, and group exercise classes are available for an additional fee. Our staff are dedicated to helping you succeed, whatever your health and fitness goals: weight loss, increased flexibility, sports training, muscle toning, medical rehab, stress reduction, or general fitness and conditioning. Hours of Operation: Fitness Center*: Monday–Friday: 6:30 a.m.–8 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m.–1...