Parliament of Worlds Religion 1993 Chicago IL

Author(s): Parliament of the World’s Religions
Publisher: USA Parliament of the Worlds Religions

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branch); board member of the Vedanta Society of Hawaii. Jai Ma Music Ensemble--Babaji (Bob Kindler); Rose Cabanlit, dancer trained in ancient hula form, performer of songs and poems from world's religious traditions; Daniel Karp, student of tabla, Ali Akbar School of Music, trained on tabla tarong (toned drums), recording artist. 1:30 PM-3:00 PM Wabash Parlor
"A Historical and Hysterical Look at the Role of Humor and Play in Religion and Spirituality" Sky Schultz, Ph.D.
Professor Ooops!-a professional fool and "foolosopher"shows us that laughter and play are the "spiritual galoshes" we need for step taking in the modern world. This will be a serious exploration of humor wherein we will look at, and laugh with, the fool and his/her important,(maybe sacred), role in spiritual life. Often we confuse solemnity with seriousness, but this program will show that laughter is an essential blessing for us "human beans," to give us creativity, solace and perspective. Sky Schultz, Ph.D.-Clinical psychologist, ecologist, naturalist, filmaker, philosopher, humorist and professional entertainer; lifelong exploration of spirituality, science, creativity, peace, and ecological issues.
3:00 PM-5:00 PM Empire Room "Kyogen: Japanese Comedic Theater"
Yuriko Doi
Kyogen is the 600-year-old comedic counterpart to Noh drama. These plays tell stories about ordinary people who find themselves in ridiculous situations. Theater of Yugen has taken these traditional and universal plays and opened them-through translation-to reverberate with western culture. The cast of 3 to 5 members performs on a spare stage with brilliant costumes and masks.
Yuriko Doi--trained in Noh drama; founder and director, Theater of Yugen, San Francisco; student of Noh master Shiro Nomura and Kyogen Master Mansuka Nomura; B.A. and M.A., theater arts, Waseda University, Tokyo.
3:00 PM-4:30 PM Wabash Parlor
"The Prerequisites for Peace Found in Western Classical Music"
Mark Ochu
A "Piano Performance with a World View" wherein social and religious principles requisite for the establishment of world peace are metaphorically drawn from examples of Western classical piano repertoire. Commentary is based in the cultural context of the composers' lives along with the theoretic, philosophic and mythic content of their compositions.
Mark Ochu-American pianist who has dedicated his international concert career to promoting global consciousness; concerts-pluscommentary, "Piano Performances with a World View" apply esoteric musicology to the critical issues facing humanity.
5:00 PM-6:00 PM Empire Room
"Indian Folk Dances"
Mrs. Chandrika R. Gardi
Folk dances from India, one presented by teenagers and adult women, and another by children between 10 to 15 years of age. Mrs. Chandrika R. Gardi-started learning Indian folk and classical Indian dances at the age of 10, and at the age of 14 was awarded the gold medal; gave several folk dances in Chicago and Iran.
Performance Series
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3
10:00 AM-10:45 AM Empire Room "Heights of the Spirit:
Through the Integration of the Arts"
Dina Soresi Winter; Hostia Presenters
A group of professional artists from various performing arts have formed this ensemble for the purpose of bringng the experience of spiritual upliftment to audiences of America and Europe through the arts. This performance includes classical music, dramatic recitation, and dance.
Dina Soresi Winter-lectures and holds singing courses at the Waldorf Institute of Southern California, the Waldorf Institute of Spring Valley, New York, the Alanus School of the Arts, Bonn, Germany, and at the Goetheanum, Switzerland; professional opera and concert singer, formerly with the Stuttgart, Heidelberg, Cologne, and Kiel Opera Theatres in Germany; also with Bergamo, Milano, and Legnago Theatres in Italy.
Hostia Presenters:
Kevin Bylsma Pianist and Opera Coach at Michigan Opera Theatre. Kristin Donahue-Award-winning Soprano at Michigan Opera
Theatre.
Claudia Fontana-Professional Stage Eurythmist with major theatres in Europe and the United States.
Michael Ried-Professional Solo Classical Saxophonist, Director of Symphonic Bands, New York State.
Eric Winter Professional organist and pianist; music director of Immanual Church of Christ, Detroit.
Charles Larkins Professional Trumpet; tours with Brass Ensemble throughout the U.S.
10:00 AM-11:30 AM Wabash Parlor
"Dances of Universal Peace"
Br. Joseph Kilikevice, O.P.
The Dances of Universal Peace invite people of all faiths to come together to celebrate the rich diversity of religions through the experience of simple chant and sacred movement using sacred phrases from the world's religions. The Dance will honor Native American, Zoroastrian, Hebrew, Christian, Moslem, Hindu, Buddhist, and other traditions. Previous training or special skills are not needed to participate. Together, we will create the necessary sacred space for this prayerful experience to unfold.
Br. Joseph Kilikevice, O.P.-Dominican Friar and director of intefaith retreats; uses the Dances of Universal Peace as an important component in his work; member of the Mentor Teacher Guild of the Dances of Universal Peace; oining him will be musicians, dance leaders and dancers representing The Center for the Dances of Universal Peace.
10:45 AM-11:30 AM Empire Room
"Byzantine Chant in the Greek Orthodox Tradition" Male Chanters of the Greek Orthodox Diocese of Chicago Traditional Byzantine hymns in the original Greek Language and Byzantine tones. Choral-type presentation with brief description narrative of Orthodox hymnology and English translations. Male Chanters of the Greek Orthodox Diocese of Chicago-eight
young men who studied Byzantine Chant under respected Masters in the Greek Orthodox Church for at least 3 to 5 years; regular chanters in their respective parishes in the greater Chicago area.
11:30 AM-12:30 PM Empire Room
"Sacred Chant: East and West" Carolyn Ford
This performance is a celebration of sacred chant, East and West. A concert of sacred sound.
Carolyn Ford-Peace and Justice Director at St. Isidore Church,
Diocese of Joliet; teacher, writer, lecturer, ecologist, peace and civil rights activist, composer, musician and singer; has performed in
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