Comedian Bill Engvall discusses finding his unique comedic voice and the phenomenon of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour in a National Comedy Center Conversation hosted by Floor is Lava’s Rutledge Wood.

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Originally broadcast at 8 p.m. EDT Saturday, September 19, 2020.

An interview with comedy legend and founding National Comedy Center Advisory Board Member Carl Reiner from the Comedy Center Archives, featuring never-before-seen interview footage, plus a discussion about Carl Reiner’s genius with...

Originally broadcast at 8 p.m. EDT Wednesday, September 16, 2020.

Comedian, host and producer Howie Mandel discusses his vast career and his “say yes” philosophy with comedian Harrison Greenbaum in an exclusive National Comedy Center Conversation.

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Saturday Night Live’s Kenan Thompson, the longest-tenured cast member in SNL history and 2020 Emmy-nominee, discusses comedy with Stephen J. Morrison, executive producer of exhibit media for the National Comedy Center.

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Originally broadcast at 8 p.m. EDT Wednesday, September 9, 2020.

Original Saturday Night Live writer and five-time Emmy winner Alan Zweibel discusses his new memoir, "Laugh Lines: My Life Helping Funny People Be Funnier," and his nearly five decades as an award-winning comedy writer with writer/...

Originally broadcast at 8 p.m. EDT Saturday, September 5, 2020.

An interview with Emmy Award-winner Debra Messing in conversation about her work and career, Will & Grace, the art of comedy, and comedy legend Lucille Ball as a major influence on Messing throughout her career. Hosted by comedian a...

Originally broadcast at 8 p.m. EDT Wednesday, September 2, 2020.

Legendary comedian Jay Leno discusses his extensive career in stand-up, writing and late-night television in a conversation with Stephen J. Morrison, executive producer of exhibit media for the National Comedy Center.

To watch mor...

Originally broadcast at 8 p.m. EDT Saturday, August 29, 2020.

Legendary political satirist and comedian Mark Russell takes on current events for the National Comedy Center with a performance of new musical parodies, plus a discussion of his career and legacy with comedian, author and playwright ...

Originally broadcast at 5 p.m. EDT Thursday, August 27, 2020.

Join us for a special conversation with writer Sandra Cisneros and composer Derek Bermel as we show selected excerpts recorded during Chautauqua’s 2017 world premiere of Mango Suite, while discussing how this collaboration has continu...

Originally broadcast at 5 p.m. EDT Wednesday, August 26, 2020.

Marlena Malas, Chair/Chautauqua Voice Program
Nicoletta Berry and Jaime Sharp, artistic directors
John Giampietro, technical director
Travis Bloom and Nicole Cloutier, piano

The Chautauqua School of Music Voice Program has something...

Originally broadcast at 4 p.m. EDT Monday, August 24, 2020.

Program:
Beethoven: Quartet in F minor, op. 95, "Serioso"
Antonin Dvořák: Quartet in E-flat major, op. 51, "Slavonic”

Coming to you live from Lenna Hall at Chautauqua Institution, the Grammy Award-winning Ying Quartet occupies a positi...

Rebroadcast at 8:15 p.m. EDT Thursday, August 20, 2020.

Originally performed on 8/8/2019.

Join us online to watch selected favorites from CSO performances recorded in the Amphitheater during past seasons. Whether you were there for the original performance, or whether this is your first time he...

This short documentary interview tells the story of Washington Ballet Ballerina, Chiara Valle (Chautauqua School of Dance Alumna 2016-17), who was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma, a rare type of pediatric bone cancer at the age of 19. Her story continues to inspire young children and adults diagnose...

Originally broadcast at 4 p.m. EDT Monday, August 17, 2020.

Program:
-W.A. Mozart: Piano Quartet in G minor, K. 478
-Charles Berofsky: Uneasy Dreams
-Antonín Dvořák: Allegro con Fuoco from Piano Quartet in E-flat major, B. 162, op. 87

Chautauqua School of Music faculty members Aaron Berofsky, v...

Applauded by The Washington Post as “a perfect encapsulation of today’s trends in chamber music,” and by The New Yorker as “independent-minded,” PUBLIQuartet’s modern interpretation of chamber music makes them one of the most dynamic artists of their generation. Dedicated to presenting new works...

The Gallery Store is a museum-quality gift shop located in Strohl Art Center. Approximately 60 artists and craftspeople from around the country are represented. The store offers unique handcrafted jewelry, fiber, wood, glass, metal and ceramic items for all to collect and enjoy. Join Lynn LeFauve...

Originally broadcast at 5 p.m. EDT Thursday, August 6, 2020.

Described by the Gramophone as a “magician, bewitching our ears” for his hauntingly beautiful sound, flawless command of the instrument and mesmerizing phrasing, Ilya Kaler is the only violinist to win the Gold Medal at the Tchaikovsky...

Originally broadcast at 4 p.m. EDT on August 5, 2020 on CHQ Virtual Porch: https://porch.chq.org/re/event/252/

2 Impromptus, op. 10. Alexander Scriabin
1. F-sharp minor
2. A major

2 Impromptus, op. 12. Alexander Scriabin
1. F-sharp major
2. B-flat minor

4 Impromptus, op...

Originally broadcast at 4 p.m. EDT Monday, August 3, 2020.

Cantus performs for Week Six’s Chautauqua Chamber Music series.

Cantus is an internationally recognized men’s vocal ensemble is widely known for its innovative programming and its engaging performances of music ranging from the Renaiss...

Originally broadcast on www.porch.chq.org at 4 p.m. EDT Wednesday, July 29, 2020.

Études-Tableaux, Op. 39 (40")
Sergei Rachmaninov
No. 1 in C minor
No. 2 in A minor
No. 3 in F-sharp minor
No. 4 in B minor
No. 5 in E-flat minor
No. 6 in A minor
No. 7 in C minor
No. 8 in D minor
No. 9 in D major

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