In-Person: George Gershwin: An American Original

Enjoy an afternoon of piano playing and learning about George Gershwin’s life, music, and living the American dream. Born and raised at the turn of the 20th century in New York City to Russian-Jewish immigrant parents, fifteen-year-old George Gershwin started out in Tin Pan Alley, but as he gained success writing popular music for the stage, and later for Hollywood, he began to lead a double life struggling to make his mark as a serious composer. Listen to thrilling performances and stories that bring to life a sample of Gershwin’s piano pieces. Registration  begins November 10; all others one week later if available. Presenter, Alexander Wu

Seats for patrons with reservations will be held until 10 minutes before the performance.  Any seats open 10 minutes before the performance will be given to patrons without reservations.