2/6: Dhol di Awaz
Presented by Berkeley's Bhangra Club


2/10: Chris Botti
Trumpeter Chris Botti is a gifted instrumentalist, a talented composer, and a charismatic performer whose recordings have made him one of the world’s top-selling instrumental artists. Drawing from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical and other genres, Botti transformed the world of contemporary jazz with his signature sound. Don’t miss your chance to hear Botti’s soulful ambience and natural improvisation in this memorable intimate performance.


2/11: San Francisco Symphony - Holst's the Planets
Take a magnificent tour through the heavens with Gustav Holst’s incomparable The Planets. From the warlike glory and rhythmic insistence of Mars to the playful merriment of Jupiter and the spectral sound world of Neptune, Holst captures the glittering majesty of our celestial neighbors. Kick off this performance with our very own Concertmaster as soloist in Walton’s Violin Concerto.
Conductor/Performers
Charles Dutoit - conductor
Alexander Barantschik - violin
Women of the San Francisco Symphony C


2/17-19: Celebrity Forum - Laura Bush
Laura Bush was involved in topics of both national and global concern during her eight years as the first lady. She enjoys speaking out about her concerns and promises to give an interesting, thought-provoking talk.
Flint Center does not sell tickets for the Celebrity Forum Speaker Series. Please visit their website for more information: www.celebrityforum.net

2/20: Joan Rivers - cancelled
Refunds are available at your original place of purchase.

2/21: Nan Hai Arts presents Cultures of China; Festival of Spring
This is the Bay Area's annual grand performance event presented by Nan Hai Arts Center in celebration of the Chinese New Year. This acclaimed performance features China's award-winning solo and group dance programs as well as bel canto and pop songs by the original dancing and singing masters. For more information please call (650) 259-2100.

3/11: Theatreworks USA "Nate the Great"
Introducing the latest and greatest in the grand tradition of crime-solving detectives like Sherlock Holmes, Nero Wolfe and Charlie Chan... Nate! Nate the Great, that is. A new musical about teamwork and friendship (imaginary and otherwise) based on the first volume in Marjorie Weinman Sharmat's classic book series, from the creative teams behind Theatreworks USA's The Mystery of King Tut and Junie B. Jones.
Grades K-4.
For more information and tickets call TheatreworksUSA, 1-800-497-5007 or visit their website at www.theatreworksusa.org

3/12: Sankara Eye Foundation presents Shreya Ghoshal & Group In Concert
More information coming soon.

3/13: El Camino Youth Symphony Annual Benefit Concert
Featuring special guest artist CLAIRE HUANGCI, piano
ROSSINI Overture to William Tell
SAINT-SAENS Piano Concerto No. 2, Claire Huangci, soloist
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Scheherazade

3/14: California Youth Symphony
The California Youth Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Leo Eylar, continues the 2009-2010 Concert Season with works by Higdon, Tchaikovsky, and Respighi, featuring the talents of soloist Stella Chen, winner of our 2009 Young Artist Competition.

3/20: Peninsula Symphony - The Red Violin
Violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn performs in partnership with one of the world's most legendary instruments, the Red Mendelssohn Stradivarius of 1720, the inspiration of the Academy Award-winning film "The Red Violin".
Program:
Aaron Copland: Suite from The Red Pony (excerpts)
John Corigliano: Red Violin Chaconne
     Elizabeth Pitcairn, violin
Maurice Ravel: Tzigane
     Elizabeth Pitcairn, violin
Felix Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56 ("Scottish")



3/26: Jerry Seinfeld

3/29: Theatreworks USA "Freedom Train"
Freedom Train tells the thrilling story of Harriet Tubman, the Moses of her people, in a fascinating series of highly theatrical scenes that use dance, dialogue, and music of the period. Songs include "Follow the Drinking Gourd," "Steal Away," "Wade in the Water," "Good News, the Chariot's A-comin'," and many others still sung today. Freedom Train is the story of self-sacrifice, dedication and survival, laced with warmth and a sense of humor that celebrates the human spirit -- a universal story for all. Target is the National Tour Sponsor of this production.
Grades 3-9.
For more information and tickets call TheatreworksUSA, 1-800-497-5007 or visit their website at www.theatreworksusa.org

3/31 - 4/2: Celebrity Forum - Jeffery Toobin
Jeffrey Toobin, an analyst for CNN, is an expert on politics and law. He's covered the O.J. Simpson trial, Clinton's impeachment and the 2000 presidential recount. He is the author of The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court. His talk will focus on the Supreme Court and the nine justices.
Flint Center does not sell tickets for the Celebrity Forum Speaker Series. Please visit their website for more information: www.celebrityforum.net

4/28-30: Celebrity Forum - Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf was elected President of Liberia in November 2005, becoming the first woman to lead an African nation. The Harvard-educated and former World Bank economist is internationally known as Africa's "Iron Lady." She won the 2007 Presidential Medal of Freedom, America's highest civil award.
Flint Center does not sell tickets for the Celebrity Forum Speaker Series. Please visit their website for more information: www.celebrityforum.net
 

5/22: Peninsula Symphony - Tchaikovsky's Fifth

5/23: California Youth Symphony
Program:
Walton, Johannesburg Festival Overture
DeFalla, Three Dances from The Three Cornered Hat
Copland Billy the Kid
PLUS selections by CYS Senior Soloist Competition Winners.

5/29-30: Smuin Ballet - The Spring Program
More information coming soon.