Transformational EXP E R I ENCE S S C H O O L O F F I N E A R T S 2023-24 Season
2 | NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY 20 2 3 2 4 Season Highlights PAGE 7 Nordic Notes PAGE 8 South Dakota Jazz Festival Enchanted A Rogers and Hammerstein Showcase Some Evening PAGE 8 PAGE 5 Steve Snell Exhibition PAGE 8 Carnaval: Celebrating Band Music by Women Composers PAGE 8 PAGE 7 PAGE 7 Cody Heinrichs Exhibition
As we enter the 2023-24 academic year, I want to thank you so much for your support of our program. Northern State University’s School of Fine Arts enjoys a much deserved reputation as the premier arts destination in our region. This is reflected in the community’s deep sense of pride in our accomplishments, as well as a tradition of achievement from our faculty and students. Additionally, we embrace the arts as a source of resilience, optimism, expression, and connection. This year, the School of Fine Arts took significant steps towards a more modern, collaborative, and interdisciplinary curriculum. Highlighted by new undergraduate-degree emphases in digital filmmaking, broadcasting, animation, interactive media production, arts technology, and an online graduate degree in art education, our students have an enhanced platform to interact and create innovative projects across traditional boundaries. To support these creative activities, we recently opened the new NSU Moving-Imagery Lab and Podcasting Studio, and will soon complete the new NSU Cinematic and Auditory Virtual Environments Lab. These transformative facilities and collaborative degree options are unique in South Dakota, and bring our art, theatre, and music students together in unparalleled ways. I am proud of NSU’s commitment to providing a superior education in the visual and performing arts, where students develop their talents, refine their passions, and ultimately become leaders in their chosen fields. Now more than ever, we have created an academic environment that encourages students to explore a multitude of artistic opportunities, wherever their talents lead them. Truly, our students do it all! As you peruse this booklet, I hope you enjoy the chance to review the past year in photos, preview the exciting 2023-24 season, and consider contributing to the School of Fine Arts’ growing base of support. As always, I look forward to sharing and celebrating our bright future with you. Warm regards, NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY | 3 Dr. Kenneth O. Boulton Dean, School of Fine Arts F ROM THE Dean
Tia Swiontek refines her ceramics piece. I NS P I R I NG Support Suzi Fitterer portrays Eurydice arriving in the underworld. 4 | NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY Your support inspires us to be better and achieve more – and we’re looking forward to building on our incredible history!
Jaron Gross performs in the NSU Symphonic Band. Micah Baldwin shows o his Wolves spirit during the 2022 Gypsy Days Parade. Faith Schulte prepares ink for an edition of lithographic prints. July 15-Sept. 1 nice; 01 Exhibition Sponsored by midwestnice art, a new art collective designed to promote equitable, inclusive, and respectful communities in the arts. Johnson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery August 25-26 NSU Theatre presents: Deena Ronayne’s The Canonized Club: The Curious Lives and Deaths of the Saints 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Black Box Theater 27 3 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Black Box Theater September 14 NSU Faculty Showcase Recital 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 24 NSU Faculty Recital: Darci Bultema, soprano with Michael Ching, guest composer/piano and Kenneth Boulton, piano, 3 p.m., Krikac Auditorium October 9-Nov. 10 Steve Snell Exhibition Johnson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery 2 0 2 3 2 4 S EASON Highlights NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY | 5
6 | NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY The NSU Jazz Ensemble performs at the 53rd South Dakota Jazz Festival with guest artist Summer Camargo.
October 12-14 NSU Theatre presents: Laurence O’Keefe and Kevin Murphy’s Heathers the Musical 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 15 3 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 19 NSU Faculty Recital: Kenneth Boulton and JoAnne Barry, piano four-hands 7:30 p.m., Krikac Auditorium November 2 NSU Fall Jazz Concert 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 4 Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony presents: Nordic Notes, featuring pianist Oda Hjertine Voltersvik, 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 19 NSU Symphonic Band/NSU Concert Band present: World of Dances 3 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 30 NSUWinter Choral Concert 7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Aberdeen January 16-March 10 Cody Heinrichs Exhibition Johnson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY | 7 Visiting artist Len Davis assists John Schwab during a mixed media workshop. Friends of the Arts/NSU Season Event. Turn to pages 12-15 to learn more.
February 8 NSU Symphonic Band presents: Carnaval 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 24 Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony presents: Some Enchanted Evening, featuring selections from the musicals of Rogers and Hammerstein, 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 25 NSU Faculty Recital: Marla Fogderud, soprano with Anne Waltner, guest piano, 3 p.m., Krikac Auditorium 29 54th Annual South Dakota Jazz Festival Concert (in conjunction with the Aberdeen Community Concert Association), 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 29-March 2 NSU Theatre presents: Steve Martin’s Meteor Shower 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Black Box Theater 3 3 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Black Box Theater March 15-May 6 NSU Senior Student BFA Art Exhibition Johnson Fine Arts Center Art Gallery 8 | NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY Theatre students embrace Shakespeare. Lily Tobin records a voice-over for her documentary project in the new NSU Podcasting Studio. Violin students perform in the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony. Friends of the Arts/NSU Season Event. Turn to pages 12-15 to learn more.
NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY | 9 Sculpture students discuss project ideas with Professor Tim Rickett. NSU Theatre presents a hilarious and snappy production of Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner’s First Date.
March 20 NSU Bach’s Lunch Concert noon, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Aberdeen April 11 NSU Faculty Recital: Travis Netzer, tuba with WilliamWieland, piano, 7:30 p.m., Krikac Auditorium 12 NSU Theatre presents: Jeremy Bloom’s Peter/Wendy, 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Black Box Theater 13 3 and 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Black Box Theater 14 NSU Symphonic Band/NSU Concert Band present: Music with a Message 3 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 20 Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony presents: Triumph of Freedom, featuring winners of the annual NSU Concerto/Aria Competition, 7:30 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 26 NSU Jazz Swing Dance 6 p.m., Engels Event Company, Aberdeen 28 NSU Spring Choral Concert 3 p.m., Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater 1 0 | NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY NSU Chamber Singers perform at the annual NSU Bach’s Lunch Concert. Friends of the Arts/NSU Season Event. Turn to pages 12-15 to learn more.
NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY | 1 1 NSU Opera presents a beautiful production of Gian Carlo Menotti’s Amahl and the Night Visitors.
1 2 | NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY The Northern State University School of Fine Arts is committed to developing both the personal and creative expression of every student, as well as providing the highest quality professional instruction in the arts. You have an exciting opportunity to support the outstanding work of our faculty and students by joining the Friends of the Arts/NSU. By becoming a member, you a rm the value of the arts as a vital and integral part of our lives, and further strengthen NSU’s presence as an arts leader. B E A Friend O F T H E A R T S / N S U Your support ensures that our students will more fully realize their potential for future careers in the arts by enhancing the quality of arts education o ered at NSU. Additionally, your donation supports the broad array of fine arts performances and events that benefit our community and region. Your membership entitles you to a number of attractive benefits and privileges, including complimentary tickets to a host of season events, invitation-only receptions for selected concerts and special events, recognition in printed programs, and more. Become a member today by visiting northern.edu/artsnsu, or by filling out the membership form on the enclosed addressed envelope and returning it with a check payable to “Northern State University Foundation.” You may also scan this QR code to sign up online. If you have further questions, please call 605-626-2550.
NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY | 1 3 NSU Concerto-Aria vocal winner Eli Houdyshell performs George Frideric Handel’s “Love Sounds the Alarm” with the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony. NSU Concerto-Aria instrumental winner Megan Dockter performs Scott McAllister’s X Concerto with the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony.
1 4 | NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY M E M B E R S H I P Bene ts Sponsor • Plus! 1. The option to designate a portion of your gift ($1,500 minimum) to establishing a new named scholarship and determining the criteria for the award OR 2. The option to designate a portion of your gift ($1,500 minimum) to sponsoring one of the School of Fine Arts 2023-24 season events • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a Friends of the Arts/NSU holiday gathering at President Neal and Teresa Schnoor’s residence • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a “meet and greet” dessert reception with acclaimed Norwegian concert pianist Oda Hjertine Voltersvik following her November performance with the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a special pre-concert reception for the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony February concert, featuring a Rogers and Hammerstein showcase • Plus! Complimentary tickets to all ten School of Fine Arts 2023-24 season events • Special Friends of the Arts/NSU Season Kick-O in the Johnson Fine Arts Center Gallery X • Special Friends of the Arts/NSU Appreciation Social and Art Sale in the Barnett Center Kessler’s Champions Club • Pre-show hors d’oeuvres socials for selected School of Fine Arts 2023-24 events • Recognition in performance programs and on the NSU School of Fine Arts website $2,500 (individual) $5,000 (couple)
• Membership benefits • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a Friends of the Arts/NSU holiday gathering at President Neal and Teresa Schnoor’s residence • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a “meet and greet” dessert reception with acclaimed Norwegian concert pianist Oda Hjertine Voltersvik following her November performance with the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a special pre-concert reception for the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony February concert, featuring a Rogers and Hammerstein showcase • Plus! Complimentary tickets to all ten School of Fine Arts 2023-24 season events Benefactor Patron • Membership benefits • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a Friends of the Arts/NSU holiday gathering at President Neal and Teresa Schnoor’s residence • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a special pre-concert reception for the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony February concert, featuring a Rogers and Hammerstein showcase • Plus! Complimentary tickets to your choice of seven School of Fine Arts 2023-24 season events • Membership benefits • Plus! Exclusive invitation to a special pre-concert reception for the Aberdeen University-Civic Symphony February concert, featuring a Rogers and Hammerstein showcase • Plus! Complimentary tickets to your choice of five School of Fine Arts 2023-24 season events Friend $150 (individual) $300 (couple) $500 (individual) $1,000 (couple) $250 (individual) $500 (couple) Donor • Membership benefits $50 (individual) $100 (couple) NORTHERN STATE UN I VERS I TY | 1 5 northern.edu/artsnsu
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