Thursday: Inherit the Wind (1960), 6:30 and 9:30 p.m., Browning Cinema
With a title that comes from Proverbs 11:29, "He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: and the fool that shall be servant to the wise of heart," "Inherit the Wind" plays on the idea that when one does something provocative, such as teaching Charles Darwin's theory of evolution before it is allowed, trouble will soon follow. "Inherit the Wind" is a fictional account of the actual Scope "Monkey" Trial that took place in 1925 in which a teacher was put on trial and convicted for teaching a theory other than creationism to his Tennessee high school science class. Celebrate the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin this weekend by watching this Academy Award nominated film embellishing one of the most controversial times in educational history.
Friday: Experience the Instrumental Melodies of Ireland with Chulrua, 8 p.m., The Livery
In true fighting Irish fashion, get your jig on this weekend by attending the traditional Irish band Chulrua's musical performance Friday night at The Livery. Reels, hornpipes, jigs and polkas will keep the pub rolling late into the night and early into the morning.
With almost 70 years of musical experience between them, Chulrua knows how to transport their audience to the stony intimate pub atmosphere that will have you knocking back pints and trading stories of your funniest memories. Tickets are $10.
Saturday: Silent Light (2008), 6:30 p.m., Browning Cinema
In a Mexican Mennonite community, a scandalous adultery has taken place forcing a man to re-evaluate his marriage, religion and path in life. When the Johan falls for a woman other than his wife and continues his affair even though he knows its wrong, questions of infidelity and the existence of a soul mate befuddle him and intrigue the audience. As Johan selfishly tries to seek the best of both worlds, his knowing wife Esther further slips into a separation from both her husband and the world she knew, showing the painful effects cheating can have on those who deserve to feel its effects the least. Before heading out Saturday night, delve into this complex cinematic accomplishment.
Sunday: Faculty Recital- Deanna Emmons, Saxophone, 4 p.m., Moreau Center for the Arts- Saint Mary's College
A master of music with degrees from both Bluffton University and Indiana University - South Bend, Deanna Emmons will put on a jazz performance this Sunday afternoon at Saint Mary's. With experience playing in recitals, jazz ensembles, private venues and instructing students at band camps, Emmons has immense experience that has mounted to an impressive proficiency on the saxophone. This free event will feature professional, soulful, brass wind instrument skills that will make you wish you were back in the 1920s, at a juice joint putting on the Ritz.
Contact Adriana Pratt at apratt@nd.edu.
