Shakespeare Theatre Company Announces 'Happenings At Harman'

The series explores the synergy between performances on the city's stages and the events that shape our community and world.

Comprising the existing Lansburgh Theatre (450 Seventh Street NW) and the new Sidney Harman Hall (610 F Street NW), the Harman Center for the Arts is a 21st-century expanded stage for the Shakespeare Theatre Company and Washington's performing arts community. These two superb midsized theatres will transform the Shakespeare Theatre Company into a national destination theatre and provide ideal venues for many of Washington's distinguished performing arts companies.

In collaboration with these artistic partners and using the extraordinary design flexibility of the new facility, the Center will create new perceptions, uphold high artistic standards and encourage innovation and creativity in works that challenge itself and its audiences. At the heart of the Harman Center, the Shakespeare Theatre Company will continue to produce classic plays of size and scope that confront humanity's most profound questions, enabling us to connect to our past and gain insights into our lives and the world in which we live.

2007-2008 Happenings at the Harman Schedule

Wednesday, November 14, at noon, Silk Road Dance Company, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Through compelling music, breathtaking costuming and memorable choreography, the Silk Road Dance Company opens a door to a world that has long remained mysterious to the West. This performance is part of the Shakespeare Theatre Company's Marlowe Mini-Festival.

Wednesday, November 21, at noon, National Gallery Chamber Players Wind Quintet, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The National Gallery's Wind Quintet makes its Harman Center for the Arts debut performing selections from Gabriel Fauré and Eric Ewazen.

Wednesday, November 28, at noon, CityDance Ensemble Jungle Books, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Washington Performing Arts Society presents CityDance Ensemble in a preview of its upcoming Jungle Book performance.

Wednesday, December 5, at noon, History of Edward II with Dr. Gail Kern Paster, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Folger Shakespeare Library President Dr. Gail Kern Paster will discuss Christopher Marlowe's dramatic rendering of history's Edward II. This event is part of the Shakespeare Theatre Company's Marlowe Mini-Festival.

Wednesday, December 12, at noon, )musica( aperta, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The interdisciplinary ensemble )musica( aperta produces music in concert with other arts and media. Join audiences for the company's dynamic Happenings performance.

Wednesday, December 19, at noon, Tamerlano with Zachary Stains and the Music Center, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The National Music Center presents tenor Zachary Stains performing selections from Tamerlano.

Wednesday, January 9, at noon, Washington National Opera Faustus, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Washington National Opera and the Shakespeare Theatre Company compare excerpts from Gounod's operatic Faustus and Marlowe's text. This event is part of the Shakespeare Theatre Company's Marlowe Mini-Festival.

Wednesday, January 16, at noon, Tehreema Mitha Dance Company, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Bethesda-based Tehreema Mitha Dance Company breaks down language and geographical barriers through a multi-cultural dance style that nourishes and enlightens. The company makes its Harman Center debut at Happenings.

Wednesday, January 23, at noon, Bruce Hutton: American Folk Music, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Washington Performing Arts Society presents Bruce Hutton, an American master of folk music and instruments, in a performance showcasing the country's long and varied history of self expression.

Wednesday, January 30, at noon, National Gallery Chamber Players Piano Trio, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The National Gallery's Piano Trio performs selections by 19th-century composers.

Wednesday, February 6, at noon, Daksina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance Company presents Indian dance forms such as Bharata Natyam and modern dance, mirroring the multiple identities of second generation South Asians. Join audiences at Happenings as the dance company explores the connections between everyday forms of movement and academic and classical dance.

Wednesday, February 13, at noon, Great Noise Ensemble, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

United by their passion for new music, members of the Great Noise Ensemble perform contemporary classical works and support emerging talents with a focus on the Washington area. The Ensemble makes its Harman Center debut with a dynamic Happenings performance.

Wednesday, February 20, at noon, Brandywine Trio, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Musicians Nancy Garlick, Content Sablinsky and Dwight Purvis explore the fascinating and little-known repertoire for clarinet, horn and piano from the 19th and early 20th century.

Wednesday, February 27, at noon, Congressional Chorus, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Members of the Congressional Chorus will present an energetic choral performance celebrating the diversity, spirit and power of American music at Sidney Harman Hall.

Wednesday, March 5, at noon, CityDance Ensemble, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Harman Center for the Arts Artistic Partner CityDance Ensemble tantalizes with an exciting preview of its latest premiere.

Wednesday, March 12, at noon, )musica( aperta, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The international ensemble )musica( aperta returns to challenge the Happenings audience through a dynamic performance with music and text.

Wednesday, March 19, at noon, Bill Bodie The Commercialization of War, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Celebrated commentator Bill Bodie moderates a discussion of George Bernard Shaw's lessons in Major Barbara and their ramifications for today.

Wednesday, March 26, at noon, Michael Parker and the Monumental Brass Quintet, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Washington Performing Arts Society presents the prize-winning Monumental Brass Quintet performing classical and contemporary music with spirited virtuosity and superb artistry.

Wednesday, April 2, at noon, Friday Morning Music Club, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Join classical music lovers for an interactive performance with artists from the Friday Morning Music Club. The Club promotes musical culture among its members and the community through experimenting and revisiting standards.

Wednesday, April 9, at noon, Balalaika Society, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

America's finest orchestra of Russian folk instruments makes its Harman Center for the Arts debut performing the music of Russia, Ukraine and eastern Europe on traditional Russian folk instruments—the balalaika, domra, bayan and related folk wind and percussion instruments.

Wednesday, April 16, at noon, National Gallery Chamber Players, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

National Gallery Chamber Players principal cellist Marcio Botelho performs with soprano Kate Hearden.

Wednesday, April 23, at noon, Washington Revels Shakespeare Spring Revels, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Washington Revels explore Celtic, Tudor and Italian Renaissance musical traditions.

Wednesday, April 30, at noon, Silk Road Dance Company, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The award-wining dance company returns to Harman Hall with its latest exhibition of traditional dance and costuming from the Silk Road region.

Wednesday, May 7, at noon, Summer Opera Theatre Company, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Summer Opera Theatre Company makes its Harman Center debut featuring selections from its upcoming season.

Wednesday, May 14, at noon, Hesperus, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The eclectic early music group, whose repertoire spans the medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods, makes its Harman Center debut.

Wednesday, May 21, at noon, Summer Hu, cellist, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The 2007 Feder String Competition winner Summer Hu makes her Happenings debut presented by the Washington Performing Arts Society.

Wednesday, May 28, at noon, CityDance Ensemble, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

CityDance Ensemble's Artistic Director Paul Emerson and choreographers discuss the company's work with a dance exhibition.

Wednesday, June 4, at noon, Congressional Chorus, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Members of the Congressional Chorus return to Sidney Harman Hall with a preview of their upcoming summer concert.

Wednesday, June 11, at noon, Basso Moderno Duo, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Basso Moderno Duo has commissioned more than 100 lyrical works for solo bass and piano by some of the world's most prominent and exciting living composers. Join us as the pair performs a new piece inspired by Antony and Cleopatra.

Wednesday, June 18, at noon, Howard Bass and Barbara Hollinshead, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

Howard Bass, lute, and Mezzo-Soprano Barbara Hollinshead will perform traditional music from the Renaissance.

Wednesday, June 25, at noon, National Gallery Chamber Players String Quartet, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The National Gallery Chamber Players String Quartet will perform from their repertoire.

Wednesday, July 2, at noon, Fessenden Ensemble, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

One of the finest chamber music groups in the area, the Fessenden Ensemble makes its Harman Center debut with a special French program in conjunction with the Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of The Imaginary Invalid.

Wednesday, July 9, at noon, Sudha Bhagwat, Classical Indian Dance, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Washington Performing Arts Society explores the mystery and majesty of India's traditional dances with classical Indian dancer Sudha Bhagwat.

Wednesday, July 16, at noon, Summer Opera Theatre Company, The Forum at Sidney Harman Hall

The Summer Opera Theatre Company returns to preview its upcoming season.

Wednesday, July 23, at noon, 2008 Capital Fringe Festival

The innovative and provocative Capital Fringe Festival invades the Harman Center for the Arts. Performance to be announced.

Wednesday, July 30, at noon, 2008 Capital Fringe Festival

The innovative and provocative Capital Fringe Festival invades the Harman Center for the Arts. Performance to be announced. -- www.shakespearetheatre.org