Fresno State’s Department of English welcomes 10 acclaimed authors and scholars this spring for campus visits, including the poet and translator Marcelo Hernandez Castillo, the co-founder of Undocupoets, a collective that brings recognition to works written by undocumented poets and spreads awareness about the societal barriers they face as writers.
“It’s just such a special night. There’s an atmosphere that is created within this concert. It’s a night full of hope and peace. It’s a night for the community.” ~Dr. Cari Earnhart
First performed in 1896, this timeless opera follows a group of young, impoverished artists navigating young love, friendship, poverty and sacrifice in the Latin Quarter of Paris.
“Red Velvet” tells the compelling true story of Ira Aldridge, an African-American actor who broke barriers in 1833 London by becoming the first Black man to play Othello on a major English stage.
Internationally-acclaimed percussionist, composer, educator and performing artist Terry Longshore presents his “balance | flow” tour, an exhilarating evening of music, animation, virtual-reality video, electronic audio and integrated lighting, creating a dynamic experience that has been enjoyed by audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Katie Xiong, an English major who currently studies creative writing as an undergraduate at Fresno State, will now experience her first Young Writers’ Conference on campus.
The winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, told by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater through what “Entertainment Weekly” called “the most gorgeous Broadway score this decade,” “Spring Awakening” explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable.
“Sanctuary City” promises to captivate audiences with its raw emotion, thought-provoking themes and unique form of storytelling. The production sheds light on the human side of the immigration debate, inviting audiences to empathize with characters whose lives are often overlooked or marginalized.
“I want our students and community members to be exposed to open-ended conversations throughout the two months of ten different workshops.” ~ Dr. Ahran Koo.