Chicago Philharmonic 2021-2022

22 THE CHICAGO PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY | 2021-2022 SEASON Chicago Philharmonic 2021 2022 SEASON ABOUT Harris eater for Music and Dance e Joan W. and Irving B. Harris eater for Music and Dance is Chicago’s primary residence for music and dance, connecting diverse audiences with outstanding artists from across the city, the nation, and the world. Opened in November 2003 in Millennium Park, the eater was the rst multi-use performance venue built in downtown Chicago since 1929 and ful lled the city’s need for a shared home for mid- size performing arts organizations. Today, the Harris features the most diverse arts and culture o erings of any venue in the city, and is a distinctive model for artistic quality, collaboration, and making the performing arts relevant and accessible to the widest possible audience. e eater’s presenting series brings the highest caliber artists from every corner of the world to Chicago audiences. As a vital cultural anchor in the Midwest, the Harris is committed to showcasing artists who tell stories of human experiences from a multitude of perspectives. Spanning ve curated series, Harris eater Presents performances have represented over 30 countries across six continents, from emerging voices to world-renowned artists including Laurie Anderson, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Joshua Bell, Batsheva Dance Company, English National Ballet, Angélique Kidjo, Paris Opera Ballet, and Silk Road Ensemble. Founded on the principle of serving Chicago’s vibrant community of performing arts organizations, the eater provides subsidized support for its Resident Companies. Since opening with 12 founding companies 16 years ago, the eater has since served as a home for over 55 local arts and humanities organizations such as Giordano Dance Chicago, Chicago Gay Men’s Chorus, Chicago Humanities Festival, Puerto Rican Arts Alliance, and WBEZ Chicago, among many others. e eater has become a sought-a er venue for important civic and cultural events as well as touring companies. Organizations hosting engagements at the Harris bring opportunities for collaboration between Chicagoans and the world’s leading thinkers, innovators, and artists. A city with a strong foundation of arts and culture nurtures future generations of artists and audiences. e Harris breaks down barriers to experiencing the arts by building an inclusive environment and featuring accessible and captivating performances for all ages in the Mix at Six and Family Series. By cultivating relationships with the world’s leading artists and partnerships with local organizations across the healthcare, human services, and education sectors, the Harris facilitates master classes for aspiring artists, enrichment activities for all ages, and youth performance opportunities in tandem with Harris eater Presents. rough these community partners, the eater’s Access Tickets program has provided over 16,000 free performance tickets, ensuring that the arts reach as many individuals and families as possible. Rental information: If you have any questions about the Harris eater, including rental of the facility, group tours, or volunteer opportunities, please email rentals@harristheaterchicago.org. Ticket purchases: To purchase tickets, visit harristheaterchicago. org or call the Box O ce at 312.334.7777 Monday-Friday, 12-5 pm. In consideration of other patrons and the performers: Please turn o all cell phones. Photography is not permitted in the eater and texting during performance is strictly prohibited. Film or digital images will be con scated by the Harris eater house sta ; violators will be subject to a ne. Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the house management. Smoking is not prohibited within the Harris eater. Allowance of personal items and baggage in the auditorium is at the discretion of house management. For your safety: Please take a moment and note the nearest exit. In the event of an emergency, follow the directions of the Harris eater house sta . In the event of an illness or injury, inform the Harris eater House Manager. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible seating locations, swing arm aisle seating, and inclusive/wheelchair accessible restrooms are available on all auditorium seating levels. e Harris is also equipped with an Infrared Assistive Listening Device system. Headsets are available for check out with a valid ID. Large print programs are available for all Harris eater Presents engagements. Please call the Box O ce in advance at 312.334.7777 regarding ticketing and accessible seating questions. If inquiring on any additional accommodation requests to enhance your performance experience, please reach out to access@harristheaterchicago.org or call 312.334.2486 at least two weeks in advance of the performance. Parking: Discounted parking validation is available for all ticket holders using the Millennium Park Garage. A validation machine is located near the entrance on the Orchestra Level, as you enter the eater lobby. Lost and found: Retrieved items will be held for 30 days with the Harris eater house sta at 312.334.2403. INFORMATION Harris eater for Music and Dance Photo By Hedrich Blessing