Calendar

Sun, Wind, and Rain: The Art of David Cox
Center for British Art
(203) 432-2800
www.yale.edu/ycba

A retrospective of the work of British landscape and watercolor painter David Cox (1783-1859) marks the 150th anniversary of the artist's death.

Through January 4, 2009

Rough Crossing
Yale Repertory Theatre
(203) 432-1234
www.yalerep.org

Tony and Academy Award winner Tom Stoppard lampoons the world of musical theater in this adaptation of a play by Ferenc Molnar, with original music by Andre Previn.

November 28 through December 20

Noah Webster: American Patriot and Yale Loyalist
Sterling Memorial Library
(203) 432-2798
www.library.yale.edu

Noah Webster, Class of 1778, '81MA, was the landmark lexicographer of the English language, but also a lawyer, teacher, ecologist, geographer, and public servant. A display of manuscripts, books, and artifacts celebrating Webster's 250th birthday reflects this lifetime of accomplishment.

Through November 30

Christmas Oratorio
Yale Camerata
(203) 432-4158
http://music.yale.edu

The Camerata performs the complete Bach Christmas Oratorioin two parts, at Battell Chapel. Part I, on December 6 at 8:00 pm, will include Cantatas 1-3; Part II, on December 7 at 4:00 pm, will comprise Cantatas 4-6. On Friday, December 5, the Institute of Sacred Music presents a symposium on the oratorio.

December 5-7

Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness: American Art from the Yale University Art Gallery
Speed Art Museum
Louisville, Kentucky
(502) 634-2700
www.speedmuseum.org

An exhibition of more than 200 works from the gallery's collection of fine and decorative arts includes some treasures rarely seen outside of New Haven.

Through January 4, 2009