Sat., Sept. 7, 2024, 7:30 p.m. Sinnott Family – Bank of Utica Auditorium $30 | $24 | $15 Join acclaimed concert pianist Jeffrey Siegel as he guides the audience through the lively, rhythmic music of Bach, Chopin, and Spanish composers Enrique Granados and Manuel de Falla. Seamlessly blending...
Thursday, Sept. 12, 6:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Tickets: $150 members | $175 general public Experience the homes and studios of Hudson River School giants Thomas Cole and Frederic Church, and witness the amazing vistas at each site. Olana, home of Frederic Church, sits on the opposite side of t...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Just a moment while we redirect you to the film page, My Penguin Friend… ...
Rated PG, 97 minutes Directed by David Schurmann, 2024, United States/Brazil A sweeping family adventure, My Penguin Friend is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and a little lost penguin who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loya...
Rated PG, 97 minutes Directed by David Schurmann, 2024, United States/Brazil A sweeping family adventure, My Penguin Friend is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and a little lost penguin who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loya...
Rated PG, 97 minutes Directed by David Schurmann, 2024, United States/Brazil A sweeping family adventure, My Penguin Friend is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and a little lost penguin who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loya...
Rated PG, 97 minutes Directed by David Schurmann, 2024, United States/Brazil A sweeping family adventure, My Penguin Friend is a triumphant tale of friendship between a lonely father and a little lost penguin who recharges his spirit and heals his family with an unshakable, ocean-crossing loya...
Munson is thrilled to welcome 2024-25 Artist-in-Residence Tina Mitchell! Mitchell has just completed her MFA at the School of Visual Arts, New York City and holds a BFA in studio arts from Syracuse University. Mitchell’s artistic practice is inspired by her passion for art education and experienc...
Rated R, 89 minutes Directed by Thomas Q. Napper, 2024, United States After her husband's untimely death, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot flouts convention by assuming the reins of the fledgling wine business they had nurtured together. Steering the company through dizzying political and finan...
Just a moment while we redirect you to the film page, Widow Clicquot… ...
Rated R, 89 minutes Directed by Thomas Q. Napper, 2024, United States After her husband's untimely death, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot flouts convention by assuming the reins of the fledgling wine business they had nurtured together. Steering the company through dizzying political and finan...
Presented in partnership with Center for Family Life and Recovery Discover the soothing power of music with acclaimed pianist Robin Spielberg. Her outreach program focuses on music, mental health, and wellness. Music has been proven to elevate mood, improve focus, sleep, and physical and mental...
Rated R, 89 minutes Directed by Thomas Q. Napper, 2024, United States After her husband's untimely death, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot flouts convention by assuming the reins of the fledgling wine business they had nurtured together. Steering the company through dizzying political and finan...
Rated R, 89 minutes Directed by Thomas Q. Napper, 2024, United States After her husband's untimely death, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot flouts convention by assuming the reins of the fledgling wine business they had nurtured together. Steering the company through dizzying political and finan...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Discover the soothing power of music with acclaimed pianist Robin Spielberg in her transformative concert program dedicated to wellness and anxiety relief. Renowned for her emotive and graceful performances, Robin Spielberg seamlessly blends her musical artistry with a deep understanding of the ther...
Oct. 4–31 Opening Reception: Friday, Oct. 4, 3–5 p.m. Echoes of the Invisible Echoes of the Invisible features the works of Kei Ito, an interdisciplinary artist who explores the complexities of identity, historical traumas, and the enduring legacy of nuclear warfare. Through a diverse array...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Offenbach’s fantastical opera kicks off the Metropolitan Opera’s season of Live in HD performance transmissions, recounting events of a play inspired by the stories of German writer E.T.A. Hoffman. Three of these tales—at once profound, eerie, and funny—were unified in the play by a narrative fr...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Anna D’Ambrosio, President and CEO and Stephen Harrison, Museum of Art Director and Chief Curator cordially invite you to the Members Preview Reception celebrating Modern Women | Modern Vision: Photographs from the Bank of America Collection from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17, in the Edward ...
Modern Women / Modern Vision Photographs from the Bank of America Collection Oct. 19, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025 Members’ preview reception on Thursday, Oct. 17, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Drawn from Bank of America’s extensive photography collection, Modern Women / Modern Vision presents more ...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Two-time Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded, commissioned by the Met and based on librettist George Brant’s acclaimed play, wrestles with the ethical quandaries and psychological toll of 21st-century warfare. Mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo, one of opera’s most...
Munson After Dark is more alive and richly colored than the day. Spend a Saturday night enjoying hot music and cool drinks as the Museum’s Root Court is transformed into Utica’s newest nightspot, featuring a DJ dance party, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and a full cash bar. Must be 21 and older. ...
Breathe, relax, enjoy! Each class begins with a 15-minute introduction to a work of art followed by one hour of yoga and meditation. Participants at all levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be no class Saturday, September 7 and 21. Saturda...
Voices and Votes: Democracy in America November 1 through December 13, 2024 Voices and Votes: Democracy in America is adapted from the exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith currently on display at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. This traveling exhibiti...
BAM Percussion! The Blue Barrel Show! Performance: 11 a.m. Workshop: 1 p.m. Immerse yourself in the electrifying energy of comedy percussion with the Blue Barrel Show! This vibrant performance ignites the stage with powerful rhythms and side-splitting sketches that leave audiences in stit...
Nov. 15–Dec. 15 Opening Reception: Friday, Nov. 15, 3–5 p.m. Bio and imagery TBD ...
Set in Rome on the morning of June 17, 1800, through dawn of the following day, Puccini’s melodrama about a volatile diva, a sadistic police chief, and an idealistic artist has offended and thrilled audiences for more than a century. Tosca, one of a handful of iconic works that seem to represent...
November 29 through December 31, 2024 More information coming soon. ...
Saturday, December 7, 6 a.m. $99 Members | $105 General Public Payment is non refundable after November 23 unless the trip is canceled. Arrive and depart at the bustling Bryant Park holiday market, and enjoy shopping, museums, Broadway shows, restaurants, and more. ...
The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte in the original German) was written for a theater located just outside Vienna with the clear intention of appealing to audiences from all walks of life. The story is told in a singspiel (“song-play”) format characterized by separate musical numbers connected by d...
Following their sold-out performance in 2023, the Half Moon Orchestra returns to Munson for another enchanting classical holiday concert. This time, they will grace the stage with the full orchestra, filling the stage of the Root Court, promising an even more magnificent musical experience. ...
Doktor Kaboom! Look Out! Science is Coming! Performances: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. From explosive experiments to dazzling demonstrations, mad scientist Doktor Kaboom! uses humor and theatrics to ignite curiosity and inspire a love for science in both kids and adults. With his trademark blend of c...
This grandest of grand operas features an epic backdrop for what is in essence an intimate love story. Set in ancient Egypt and packed with magnificent choruses, complex ensembles, and elaborate ballets, Aida never loses sight of its three protagonists. Few operas have matched Aida in its explor...
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) (2014) with Grammy-winning composer Antonio Sánchez. The original score for Birdman consists entirely of solo jazz percussion written and performed by Sánchez. Director Alejandro G. Iñárritu has stated that the music h...
Treat yourself to an evening of enchantment and indulgence with "Love on the Rocks," where Victorian love stories spring to life on stage. From lighthearted tales to heart-wrenching dramas, these captivating performances will sweep you off your feet, and you’ll swoon listening to the original love l...
Performance: 11 a.m. Music Workshop: 1 p.m. Sing along with Alex and the Kaleidoscope for a lively and unforgettable concert experience that will delight audiences of all ages! This dynamic, award-winning group invites children and families to explore a world of imagination and discovery. Their ...
Emerging from the storied landscape of County Waterford, Danú stands as one of today's foremost traditional Irish ensembles. Their electrifying, sold-out concerts across Ireland are legendary, showcasing high-energy performances that seamlessly blend ancient Irish melodies with vibrant new compositi...
Fidelio’s unusual structure, glorious score, and life-affirming aura make it a unique experience. It has been called a hymn to freedom and human dignity. Formally a singspiel (with musical numbers separated by spoken dialogue), Fidelio had a long and complex gestation. Its uplifting spirit made ...
Acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Siegel returns to perform beloved masterpieces by Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Debussy, and Brahms. With his virtuoso skill and passion, Siegel brings these timeless compositions to life, and enriches the audience's understanding and appreciation of the nuances of each through hi...
John Waters, the prolific and provocative filmmaker, author, and celebrated counter-culture icon, shares stories from his life in the arts. His all-new, fast-moving, part-confessional, part-inquisitional comic spoken word show salutes the new gender-guerilla generation of today for doing the impossi...
John Waters, the prolific and provocative filmmaker, author, and celebrated counter-culture icon, shares stories from his life in the arts. His all-new, fast-moving, part-confessional, part-inquisitional comic spoken word show salutes the new gender-guerilla generation of today for doing the im...
Performance: 11 a.m. Clowning Workshop: 1 p.m. Take a deep dive into environmental stewardship and earth science with Captain Nemo himself. The cantankerous and ever-curious Captain Nemo lives to excite kids about our watery-blue planet and highlight for us landlubbers the vital inter-dependence...
A profoundly humane comedy, Le Nozze di Figaro is a remarkable marriage of Mozart’s music at the height of his genius and one of the best librettos ever set. In adapting a play that caused a scandal with its revolutionary take on 18th-century society, librettist Lorenzo Da Ponte focused less on ...
"Live from Laurel Canyon" pays homage to the legendary songwriters of Laurel Canyon, the iconic neighborhood that was the epicenter of the folk rock revolution in the mid-1960s and ’70s and a haven for artists who redefined American pop music with their innovative sounds and groundbreaking creativit...
The story of this incendiary and powerful opera is derived from a brief biblical account: A young princess of Judea dances for her stepfather Herod and chooses as her reward the head of the prophet John the Baptist. Claus Guth, one of Europe’s leading opera directors, gives the biblical story—al...
Rossini’s effervescent comedy retakes the stage in Bartlett Sher’s madcap production. Its buoyant good humor and elegant melodies have delighted the diverse tastes of every generation for two centuries, and several of the opera’s most recognizable tunes have entered the world’s musical unconscio...