Performance 



Exitacao A Bahia 

 Brazilian Dance Troupe 



Saturday, Feb. 25 

 1:00pm and 3:30pm 

 James Simpson Theatre 



The beauty of African culture, its spirit and joy is the essence of 

 the Brazilian musical and theatrical troupe "Exitacao A Bahia." 

 Their unique Afro-Brazilian heritage is presented in a riot of col- 

 or, rhythm, music, and dance. 



"Exitacao A Bahia" is dedicated to the authentic and artistic 

 presentation of the culture of Bahia, the center of the Afro- 

 Brazilian people of Brazil. The culture manifests itself in the 

 religious ceremonies brought to Bahia by African slaves, its 

 noted Afro-Brazilian cuisine, and the rhythms of samba, frevo, 

 and other joyous dances; 



Formed in 1973, "Exitacao A Bahia" has performed extensively 

 in Brazil and around the world. Their colorful repertoire includes 

 "maculele" (a folkdance performed with batons), "galanteio" 

 (the women's flirtation dance), and "puxada" (a representation 

 of the rhythmic pulling of nets by coastal fishermen). 



Share the magic of brilliant costumes, powerful rhythms, lithe 

 dancers, and the cultural tradition of a people faithfully kept 

 alive by "Exitacao A Bahia." 



Tickets: $8 ($6 members) $4 Children 12 and under. 



Special note: Be sure to indicate time of performance requested 

 on registration form. To register, use the coupon provided here. 



Field Museum presents this performance in cooperation 

 with Urban Gateways, The project is partially supported by a 

 CityArts grant from the Chicago Office of Fine Arts, Department 

 of Cultural Affairs, Vang Airlines, Inter-Net, and Hyatt Hotels 

 Corporation. 



Adult Courses 



Continue to learn more about the world around you by enrolling 

 in Field Museum's adult programs. Evening courses and 

 weekend workshops begin again in February Ancient cultures 

 are considered in "The Incas and Their Ancestors," "Egypt: The 

 Late New Kingdom," "Drawing Ancient Egypt," and "Four Corn- 

 ers Archaeology" Explore the natural world in "Owls of North 

 America," "Predator or Prey" and "Conservation, Zoos, and Peo- 

 ple: The Latin American Effort." Sharpen language skills while 

 learning about a new culture in "Conversational Spanish" and 

 "Intermediate Conversational Japanese." Mexican embroidery 

 Chinese brushstroke, and tie-dye are among weekend work- 

 shop highlights. Consult the January/February/March Adult, 

 Children, and Family Program Brochure for details. For further 

 information please call (312) 322-8854. 



The City Musick Performs February 17 



The City Musick presents the second program in its acclaimed Mozart Series on 

 Friday Feb. 17, at 8:00pm. Works include Mozart's overture to "La Clemenza di 

 Tito," Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550, and the Concerto in E-tlat K. 495, featur- 

 ing Gail Williams, natural horn. The program will be presented in Field Museum's 

 James Simpson Theatre. Ticket prices are $20.00 and $16.00, with a 10% discount 

 for Field Museum members. Call City Musick at 642-1 766. 



Registration 



Be sure to complete all requested information on this registration 

 application. Registrations are confirmed by mail. For registrations 

 received less than two weeks before the performance date, con- 

 firmations are held at the West Door one hour before the performance 

 begins. Phone registrations are accepted using Visa/MasterCard/ 

 Amx/Discover. Please call (312) 322-8854 to register. For further 

 registration information, consult the January/February/March Adult, 

 Children, and Family Program Brochure. 



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