Renowned actor, director, producer, and narrator Morgan Freeman, a prominent figure in American cinema for over five decades, will be visiting the Chautauqua Institute this August. Freeman's illustrious career has earned him numerous accolades including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Tony Award nomination. He received the Kennedy Center Honor in 2008, the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2011, and the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2012.
As part of the Chautauqua Lecture Series, Freeman will participate in the morning sessions on August 19th and 20th, focusing on the theme “Past Informs Present: How to Harness History.” On August 19th, he will delve into the significant history and cultural impact of Blues music in America, discussing efforts to celebrate and preserve this vital legacy. That evening, he will introduce “Symphonic Blues” alongside the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra, offering a live concert experience enriched by his narration.
Tickets for Freeman's lecture on August 19th are priced at $30 and will be available for purchase starting at 10am on February 28th. Registration for the master class with Freeman and blues musicians will open on April 28th. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the institute’s official ticketing website.
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Freeman's involvement in the arts extends to his project, "Morgan Freeman Presents: Symphonic Blues," which highlights the music, culture, and legacy of the Blues and preserving this iconic genre.
Morgan Freeman to Speak at Chautauqua Institute This August