LLIS26Bus4 - Harmony and Verse: A Day Trip to Staunton VA

Course Description

Experience a day of culture just down the road as the Staunton Music Festival and the American Shakespeare Center—two of the region’s artistic treasures—join forces with the JMU Lifelong Learning Institute for a uniquely curated day of music and theater.

Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to the Staunton Music Festival’s world-renowned performers, including an open rehearsal and a noon-time concert featuring historic instruments. Then step into the immersive world of the American Shakespeare Center, where you’ll hear from from ASC educators, scholars, experts, or aficionados before settling into a spirited matinee performance of Twelfth Night.

Your day includes two custom lectures, two performances with priority seating, lunch, and round-trip bus transportation—all for $115!

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to savor the artistry, insight, and creative energy that make Staunton a true cultural gem.