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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 27, 2004

Contact: Joan Gallo
713/743-8158 (office)
jcgallo@central.uh.edu

UH EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – MAY 31 – JUNE 13, 2004

MONDAY, May 31

Theatre: “The Wolf and the Foolish Kids”
First presentation of the annual summer Children’s Theatre Festival is Carolyn Houston Boone’s adaptation of Bren Dubay’s story about a playful family of goats enjoying the brisk autumn weather and do not know that they are being stalked by a nasty old wolf that ultimately falls prey to their cleverness. “The Wolf and the Foolish Kids,” 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. June May 31, June 1, 2, 3, 7,8,9,10; 10:20 a.m., June 4, 11; 2 p.m., 6. Lyndall Finley Wortham Theatre. Entrance 16 (off Cullen Boulevard). Adults, $7; Children 14 and under, $6. 713-743-2929. http://www.hfac.uh.edu/theatre/Performance/ctf.htm

TUESDAY, June 1

Blaffer Gallery: Margo Sawyer Contemplative Spaces
Blaffer Gallery’s exhibit sculpture Margo Sawyer using objected place in geometries that suggest the natural world. Margo Sawyer Contemplative Spaces. Through June 13. Blaffer Gallery, 120 Fine Arts Building. Free. Gallery hours, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Closed Monday. 713-743-9528. www.blaffergallery.org.

Blaffer Gallery: Daniela Rossell: Ricas y Famosas/Rich and Famous
Blaffer Gallery’s exhibits including photography by Daniela Rossell providing insight into the world of Mexican high society. Daniela Rossell: Ricas y Famosas/Rich and Famous. Through June 13. Blaffer Gallery, 120 Fine Arts Building. Free. Gallery hours, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Closed Monday. 713-743-9528. www.blaffergallery.org.

Texas Music Festival
“An Evening of Guitar Ensemble” featuring Kithara Duo and Valerie Hartzell on classical guitar and guest soprano Sandi Johnson. Texas Music Festival, 7:30 p. m., June 1. Dudley Recital Hall, Fine Arts Bldg., Entrance 16 off Cullen Blvd. Season Pass $40, $25 students/seniors, Single Event tickets $10, $5 students/seniors. 713-743-3313. www.uh.edu/music.

THURSDAY, June 3

Texas Music Festival
“Guitar Showcase” and reception. Texas Music Festival, 7 p. m., June 3. Room 129, Moores School of Music., Entrance 16 off Cullen Blvd. Free. 713-743-3313. www.uh.edu/music.

FRIDAY, June 4

Texas Music Festival
Guest Recital featuring Steve Kostelnik presented in association with Guitar Houston. Texas Music Festival, 8 p. m., June 4. Dudley Recital Hall, Fine Arts Bldg., Entrance 16 off Cullen Blvd. Season Pass $40, $25 students/seniors, Single Event tickets $10, $5 students/seniors. 713-743-3313. www.uh.edu/music.

SATURDAY, June 5

Texas Music Festival
Guitar Institute Students perform in concert as part of the Texas Music Festival. Texas Music Festival, 4 p. m., June 5. Dudley Recital Hall, Fine Arts Bldg., Entrance 16 off Cullen Blvd. Free. 713-743-3313. www.uh.edu/music.

TUESDAY, June 8

Texas Music Festival: Rockwell Distinguished Artist Series: Celebration and Reflection
Opening chamber music concert performed by TMF artist/faculty performing works by Beethoven and Shostakovich. Texas Music Festival: Rockwell Distinguished Artist Series: Celebration and Reflection, 7:30 p. m., June 8. Moores Opera House, Entrance 16 off Cullen Blvd. Season Pass $40, $25 students/seniors, Single Event tickets $10, $5 students/seniors. 713-743-3313. www.uh.edu/music.

THURSDAY, June 10

Blaffer Gallery: Brown Bag Lunch Tour
Brown Bag Lunch Tour of Daniela Rossell: Ricas y Famosas/Rich and Famous with Fernando Castro, curator of photography, Sicardi Gallery. Brown Bag Lunch Tour, 12 p.m., June 10, Blaffer Gallery, 120 Fine Arts Building. Free. 713-743-9528. www.blaffergallery.org

SATURDAY, June 12

Texas Music Festival: Orchestra Series: “Explosive Beginnings”
The TMF Orchestra Series highlights performances by the festival orchestra with guest conductors and soloists performing works by Shostakovich, Mozart and Stravinsky. Texas Music Festival: Orchestra Series: “Explosive Beginnings,” 7:30 p. m., June 12. Moores Opera House, Entrance 16 off Cullen Blvd. Season Pass $40, $25 students/seniors, Single Event tickets $10, $5 students/seniors. 713-743-3313. www.uh.edu/music.

** Note: The University of Houston summer classes begin June 1. **

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