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Local Band "HMS" Performs Live at the HUT - Haiti Benefit
HMS plays a contemporary, bluesy, pop mix of music with musicians that have rich musical backgrounds that allow them to craft their style of music at an artistic level.
Kevin Hyatt – Guitar and Bass
Speaker - Alina Fernandez
Tuesday March 30, 2010 @ 7:30 PM in Straughn Hall Auditorium
Free Admission
Alina Fernandez , the exiled daughter of Fidel Castro will speak at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, her lecture program is presented by the Student Activities Office (SAO) in celebration of Women’s History Month. In her illuminating talk, Alina shares her first-person, intimate account of growing up in Cuba. Through her insight as one of the Cuban elite, Alina guides you through her life in Cuba and describes the surrounding political environment during the 1960’s and 70’s. Weaving in her unique sense of style and humor, she reveals exciting and suspenseful anecdotes, snapshots of Cuban society, her inside scoop on Cuban politics, and a detailed view of her father.
This lecture is funded by Student Activity Fees.
Spring Comedy Series Schedule - FREE Admission and FOOD - Funded by Student Activity fees.
March 31, 2010 at the Hut, show starts @ 9:00 PM
- Comedians Herbie Gill and Roy Haber
Herbie brings the 'big city feel' to small towns while blending culture. He has performed at Comedy Zone, DC Improv, Gotham Comedy Club, and many more. Visit him at http://www.herbiegill.com. Roy, 5'3', makes a statement on stage with applause and laughter rather than getting angry for being his size, but likes to poke fun at himself as well. He's appeared with Jim Brewer, Bruce Baum, Tim Wilson and many more. Visit him at http://www.royscomedy.com.
April 14, 2010 at the Hut, show starts @ 9:00 PM
- Comedians Kevin Downey, Jr. and Sharon Simon
Kevin has preformed at the Toyota Comedy Festival, has been seen the San Francisco Comedy Competition, and even made appearances at the Comedy Stop at the Tropicana Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Recently labeled, “refreshingly bizarre”, Kevin continues to impress audiences nationwide. Visit him at http://www.kevindowneyjr.com. Sharon's edgy, but sassy "Jewish Trash" act will have you refreshed with a new style. She is currently on Sirius Radio and opens for Jim Norton. Visit her at http://www.jewishtrash.com.
April 28, 2010 at the Hut, show starts @ 9:00 PM
- Comedians John Evans and Aaron David Ward
John was a semi-finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing”, has been seen on Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham”, and even opened for Dave Chapelle. Visit him at http://johnevanscomedy.com. Aaron, having performed for audiences in 12 states, he will make you laugh with his socio-political, self-deprecating, and culturally critical comedy. You can watch him every sunday at 11 am and 11 pm on the The Glenn Slingerland Situation on MY 4 Albany. Visit him at http://www.aarondavidward.com