Arts Briefs: GVSU theatre presents “Bethany”

Preserving the ecosystem

Robert Allen, an adjunct faculty member of Grand Valley State University’s movement science department, has written a piece urging people to vote against the National Resources Commission’s new proposal regarding wolf hunting, that may appear on the next ballot. His research explains the vitality of wolves to preserving not only Michigan’s ecosystem, but also the ecosystem of North America. To learn more about the truths and myths of wolf hunting, contact Allen at [email protected].

GV theatre presents “Bethany”

Theatre at Grand Valley State University will present “Bethany” this weekend as part of the GVSU performance studio series. The comedic show follows a young single mother struggling to overcome financial hardships. The Louis Armstrong Theatre will host the show on Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Oct. 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets purchased beforehand run $6, and they are $7 at the door. For more information on the show, visit http://www.gvsu.edu/events/performance-studio-series-4/

Masquerade Ball

The Bachelor of Social Work Student Organization at GVSU is hosting a masquerade ball as a charity event at McFadden’s in Downtown Grand Rapids in honor of domestic violence awareness month. The dance starts at 8 p.m. and tickets run between $10 and $12. Cocktail attire and masks are encouraged, as prizes will be awarded to those with the best mask. The first 25 people at the door to get a free drink as well. All proceeds from the ball will go to a local domestic violence agency. For more information, visit https://orgsync.com/65321/events/877380/occurrences/1892997

Free Play 31

A member of the award-winning Ban on a Can All-Stars, the Metropolis Ensemble and a founding member of four chamber groups, New York-native Ashley Bathgate will be gracing the Performing Arts Center with a unique cello performance. Internationally, her reputation stems from her talent as both a soloist and chamber musician. The New York Times writes Bathgate as having a “rich tone, [and] fluid dynamics.” Her concerts display a broad variety of musical genres with an emphasis on new music by today’s composers. The event is tomorrow Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. in 1325 PAC. The concert is open to the public with free admission. For more information, call Dr. Bill Ryan at (616) 331-3484.