HUMBOLDT
FESTIVAL
CUNY celebrates the 200th anniversary of the visit of Alexander von Humboldt
to the United States at the end of his epochal journey of discovery and
scientific exploration of South America, Cuba and Mexico.
THEATRE
Wide World - Premiere of Lauren Gunderson’s
new play
The meeting of two fascinating men: Thomas Jefferson, our brilliant third
President and Alexander von Humboldt, scientist, explorer and statesman.
Thursday, October 14, 6:45 pm, Elebash Recital Hall. Free, but pre-registration
is required.
MUSIC
U.S. Premiere of Mendelssohn’s Wilkommen!
A program of choral and orchestral music, featuring a Mendelssohn cantata
commissioned by Humboldt.
Sunday, October 17, 3 pm, Elebash Recital Hall. Free, but pre-registration
is required.