In these times of social isolation, we appreciate the “helpers" in society more than ever. New Haven is home to the passionate and the compassionate, and as we look for ways to get through the days...
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George Takei and Byron Au Yong in Conversation
February 25, 2020
In this talk, from our 10th Annual Visionary Leadership Award, George Takei, the pioneering actor, social media superstar, Grammy-nominated recording artist, and New York Times bestselling author is...
From Our Couches to Yours: 4 live shows to watch from home this holiday season
December 19, 2019
If you are a fan of live shows and performance art who is reluctantly saying “I’d rather stay in," here is the official staff list of best live shows that you can stream right to your living room.
Bittersweet News From Our Codirectors
November 22, 2019
Tom and Liz have decided to lead a two-year plan to ensure a smooth transition of new Festival leadership as they prepare to retire in 2021.
What Mole Rats Have to do with Gender Identity: The Poetry of Stephanie Burt
October 8, 2019
We talked with poet Stephanie Burt--our 2020 Big Read selection--about how science fiction led her to poetry and her kinship with Mr. Spock.
Let's Make a Dance!
September 10, 2019
Always dreamed of being onstage? Here’s your shot!
Do you tap your feet when a good song comes on? Did you perform in school plays? Do you dance around your kitchen? Whether you're a foot-tapper or...
Our New Director of Programming
September 4, 2019
The International Festival of Arts & Ideas welcomes Bobby Asher!
COLLISION: HONG KONG ART IN NEW HAVEN
September 3, 2019
Join Yale-China Arts Fellows Sarah Xiao (dance) and Nicole Pun (visual art) as they share how their residency in New Haven has shaped their art.
HABITS TO HEAL: EXPLORING PRACTICES FOR MINDFULNESS AND WELLNESS
September 3, 2019
Improved resilience and health. Enhanced ability to manage stress and anxiety. Through mindful awareness, we can avoid being on “auto-pilot,” and more often consciously choose how we live. And there...
Data Driven Sound
September 3, 2019
In a lively talk moderated by Nicole Merritt, musicians Kaki King, Spencer Topel, and Jay Alan Zimmerman share how they are using data not just to make sounds but to see and experience music. Kaki...
WITHOUT HABITS: A PATH TO PURPOSE
July 31, 2019
We spend so much energy trying to cultivate healthier habits. But what might our days feel like if, instead, we question and cut out just one habit for a short period of time? What discomfort might...
CITIES OF PEACE: HEALING THE TRAUMA OF CONFLICT THROUGH ART
July 31, 2019
Join visionary and inspiring leaders, Dr. Ellen Frank—founder Cities of Peace, an innovative peace and visual arts program that honors the history and culture of world cities that have suffered...