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Vermont Humanities Special Announcement
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We wanted to let you know about a couple of events that some other organizations are putting on. One of them, Ransom, performed by Lost Nation Theater, is this weekend. The other program on Civility and Free Expression is on June 1.
Enjoy!
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Ransom at Lost Nation Theater, Montpelier
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Ransom at Lost Nation Theater, Montpelier
"Ransom, an original play with music that celebrates those unsung heroes in the war and at home, proved a deeply rewarding experience -- both entertaining and powerful.
- Jim Lowe, Arts Editor: The Times Argus
LAST WEEKEND OF PERFORMANCES
May 10 at 8pm, May 11 at 8pm, May 12 at 2pm
Inspired by the letters of Vermont Civil War Soldier Ransom W. Towle an authentic and startling glimpse into the lives of the soldiers and those left at home.25 actor-singers and musicians bring this entertaining & moving Vermont project to life on stage."Simply captivating . . . I beg you . . . I implore you to go and see Ransom . . . superbly acted . . . accompanied by a small band which produced the music, seemingly, of a large orchestra . . . absolutely astounding . . . (LNT is) a true cultural gem among us - GE Shuman, The WorldLEARN MORE and PURCHASE TICKETS 
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Civility and Free Expression
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Civility and Free Expression in a Constitutional Democracy -- A National Dialogue!
Civility and Political Discourse in Vermont: How do we compare to the nation?
June 1, 8:30 am -- noon, Capitol Plaza, Montpelier
Free, registration required
Following a keynote address by Jim Leach, the chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities, a panel of distinguished Vermonters will assess the state of civility in today's Vermont. What is the state of civility in political discourse in Vermont? How does it compare with national politics?
The day will begin with breakfast followed by panelists' opening statements and audience discussion.
Panel- Moderator: Chris Graff. Chris Graff is vice president of corporate communication at National Life Group. He joined the company in 2006 after 30 years in journalism, most of which was spent working for The Associated Press.
- Hon. Jeffrey Amestoy. Jeff Amestoy is a Fellow at the Center for Public Leadership, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University.
- Paul Burns. Paul Burns is executive director of the Vermont Public Interest Research Group, a position he has held since 2001.
- Paul Costello. Paul Costello has served as the Executive Director of the Vermont Council on Rural Development since 2000.
- Paul S. Gillies, Esq. Paul S. Gillies is a partner at the law firm of Tarrant, Gillies, Merriman & Richardson in Montpelier.
- Emerson Lynn. Emerson Lynn is the Editor and Publisher of the St. Albans Messenger
Learn more and register.Presented by the Vermont Bar Association and supported with a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities
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The Vermont Humanities Council presents more than 1,200 events every year. Thank you for your interest in lifelong learning!
Sincerely,
Sylvia Plumb, Director of Communications
Vermont Humanities Council |
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