Elon Electric Ensemble, “Peace, Love and Harmony: The Laurel Canyon Years”

Friday, May 1

McCrary Theatre, Center for the Arts | 7:30 p.m.
Todd Coleman, director

E3 celebrates the 1960s and 1970s singer/songwriter scene nestled in Laurel Canyon, a semi-rural respite in the foothills of Los Angeles just up a winding road from Hollywood’s Sunset Strip. The burgeoning folk-rock genre included artists such as Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Neil Young, The Byrds, The Mamas & The Papas, Fleetwood Mac, Judy Collins, The Doors, Buffalo Springfield, The Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Carole King, and Crosby, Stills and Nash. Sponsored by the Department of Music

Friday-Sunday, May 1-3

By Michael John LaChiusa; Directed by Alexandra Warren
Roberts Studio Theatre, Scott Studios at Arts West
May 1, 2 at 7:30 p.m. | May 2, 3 at 2 p.m.

Tony Award nominee Michael John LaChiusa imagines the inner lives and dreams of America’s best-known daughters with a funny and moving follow-up to his 1993 musical “First Lady Suite.” A historical fantasia in four parts, “First Daughter Suite” follows Patricia Nixon and daughters Tricia and Julie, Roslyn and Amy Carter, Betty and Susan Ford, Patti Davis and Nancy Reagan, and Barbara Bush and daughter-in-law Laura as they strive to live meaningful lives in the public eye. This wholly captivating musical with a lush, sweeping score is a deeply felt new work about mothers, daughters and the surprising discoveries we make about one another as we grow. Admission: $15 or Elon ID. Reservations are highly recommended and will be offered beginning April 24 at elonperformingarts.com.

Elon Band Spring Concert

Tuesday, May 5

McCrary Theatre, Center for the Arts | 7:30 p.m.

Elon Wind Ensemble Spring Concert, “A Semiquincentennial Celebration”

Wednesday, May 6

McCrary Theatre, Center for the Arts | 7:30 p.m.
Jonathan Poquette, conductor
Polly Cornelius, soloist

In honor of our country’s 250th year of independence, the Elon Wind Ensemble will be celebrating by performing Americana works. Featuring soprano soloist, Polly Cornelius, this concert will be one to remember. Sponsored by the Department of Music

Senior Thesis Exhibition, opening reception

Friday, May 8

Gallery 406, Arts West | 5 p.m.
Exhibition continues until May 22

These exhibitions are part of the graduating Elon art major’s capstone experience and represent the culmination of their art making endeavors. During the opening receptions, each exhibiting artist will present a brief statement that offers context to their thesis.

Spring Choral Showcase

Friday, May 8

McCrary Theatre, Center for the Arts | 7:30 p.m.
Gerald R. Knight, conductor

The Elon choirs, Chorale and Camerata, each present their own set of works, secular and sacred, from a diverse selection of genre and composers. The choirs will then combine,  culminating in a spectacular grand finale. Sponsored by the Department of Music

Tectonic Plates: Alamance County’s Science Café with Orlando Conty, Conversations I have with patients who resist medical treatment

Tuesday, May 12

Burlington Beer Works, 103 E. Front Street, Burlington | 7 p.m.

Each month on 2nd Tuesdays, a different scientist will present an engaging topic at Burlington Beer Works in downtown Burlington, North Carolina. Expect a lively event in a relaxed atmosphere without all the technical jargon. In May, Tectonic Plates welcomes Orlando Conty, Family Medicine Physician. The series runs from September to May, and the presentations are free and open