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May 17 — UCSB Arts & Lectures presents Philip Glass and The Poets at Campbell Hall

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A program marking Philip Glass’ 90th birthday, featuring music by Glass performed by Timo Andres, piano, and Taylor Mac, spoken word, with guest appearances by Lucinda Childs and the San Francisco Girls’ Chorus

SUMMARY

  • Sun, May 17 | 7 p.m. | UCSB Campbell Hall
    • The program examines Philip Glass’ longstanding collaborations with poets
    • It includes rare and previously unreleased recordings of Allen Ginsberg reading his work, set to Glass’ music
    • Guest artists explore the intersection of poetry and composition in Glass’ work
    • Co-commissioned by Pomegranate Arts
    • Philip Glass will not be performing
    • $23 – $43 General Public / $10 UCSB Students (Current student ID required)