Thursday, October 26, 2023

The second and final weekend of “The Thanksgiving Play” begins tonight in the Freimann Studio Theatre at Harper Joy Theatre. The play is directed by guest artist Tracy Ward. Aiden Wolf ’25 is serving as assistant director.

“The Thanksgiving Play” is a satirical comedy written by Larissa Fasthorse (Sicangu Lakota Nation) and is currently one of the Top 10 Most-Produced Plays of the American theater scene. When “The Thanksgiving Play” opened at the Hayes Theatre in April of 2023, Fasthorse became the first Native American woman to have a play premiere on Broadway.

The play explores the absurdity of four well-intentioned teaching artists attempting to create a politically correct First Thanksgiving play for Native American Heritage Month.

Remaining performances:

Admission is free for Whitman students and discounted for Whitman faculty and staff. Tickets are available through the Harper Joy Theatre box office, in person or online. (See attached flyer.)

This Saturday, Associate Professor of Physics Andrés Aragoneses will lead a workshop titled “May Science Be With You!” at the 7th Annual Spokane Writers Conference. The workshop will discuss how to incorporate science and rigorous science into writing fiction. Aragoneses is the author of two science fiction novels.

Assistant Director of Outdoor Programs Stuart Chapin will deliver a talk on sustainability in outdoor recreation today at noon in Cleveland Commons (room 116). Bring your lunch and listen to “Tension Between the Inherent Consumption of Recreational Activities and Holding an Ethic of Sustainability.” Cookies will be provided. (See attached flyer.)

A flu shot clinic is happening today from Noon–1:30 p.m. at Cordiner Hall. If you can’t make it, you can still get the flu shot at the Welty Student Health Center on a walk-in basis, while supplies last.

The Sheehan Gallery welcomes visual artist Xiaoze Xie to campus to deliver an Artist Talk on Friday, Oct. 27 at 5:30 p.m. A reception will follow. Xie’s work is currently on display at Sheehan Gallery in an exhibition titled, “PANORAMA: Cantos Unfolding.” 

Whitman students will present posters on their STEM research projects on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 1–4 p.m. in the Hall of Science Atrium. Come learn from your fellow Whitties and support their research efforts. Snacks will be provided.

The Residence Life team extends an invitation to all members of the Whitman community and their families to enjoy trick-or-treating in the residence halls on Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 5–7 p.m. During the first hour, visit Anderson Hall, Prentiss Hall and the Interest House Community. During the second hour, visit Lyman House and Jewett Hall (see attached map and flyer). Folks of all ages are welcome!

Harper Joy Theatre is selling a large selection of costumes, props and furniture this weekend on the Alexander Main Stage. Sale hours are Thursday, Oct. 26 and Friday, Oct. 27 from 1–5 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 28 from 3:30–7:30 p.m. (See attached flyer.)

Noon–1:30 p.m.

Flu Vaccine Clinic

Cordiner Hall, Foyer

Noon–1 p.m.

Outdoor Program: Is Recreation Sustainable? 

Cleveland Commons, Room 116

12:10–12:50 p.m.

Movement That Matters: SWAT

Sherwood Athletic Center

1–5 p.m.

Theater Costume Sale

Harper Joy Theatre, Alexander Main Stage

4 p.m.

Religion Faculty Candidate Research Presentation

Olin Hall, Room 201

4:30–6 p.m.

How to Find a Job Off Campus

Reid Campus Center, Room G02

5 p.m.

Every Day Is Halloween Costume Contest

Harper Joy Theatre, Lobby

5 p.m.

Living Room Conversations: How to be Anti-Racist

Glover Alston Center

5:30 p.m.

Chola and Negra Fiery Intimacies

Olin Auditorium

5:30 p.m.

First Meeting: Immigrant Family Experiences

Reid Campus Center, Basement

6 p.m.

Drip Drop Dance

Dance Studio

6 p.m.

FGWC Halloween Bake Off

Glover Alston Center (RSVP)

7 p.m.

S’mores & Movie Night

Reid Campus Center, Side Lawn

8 p.m.

La Soirée Cinéma

La Maison Interest House

8 p.m.

The Thanksgiving Play

Harper Joy Theatre

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