Salons have a long history as a refined format for the exchange of ideas. Unlike an academic discourse or lecture, the main event of a salon is the conversation generated by a single theme and animated by the attendees (and their wine). Usually turning around a work of art or a single idea, salons cultivate intellectual friendship in an atmosphere equal parts leisure and sharp thinking. 

The Beatrice Institute Spring Salon asks the question: How does the popular TV series The Chosen compare to other re-imaginings of the Gospel narratives? Four panelists--representing different mediums, fields, traditions, and historical epochs--will investigate this question with reference to various portrayals of the Nativity narrative and the character of Mary Magdalene. Join panelists Ann Schamlstieg Barrett, Josie Hoover, Tanner Capps, and Ryan McDermott as they spark our conversation!

Please note: You don't have to have watched The Chosen to benefit from this conversation. While the popular TV show has provoked the animating questions, the evening will be about so much more than the TV show. 

Logistics: Parking is FREE in the lot on 37th Street across from the doors to Hyacinth Epp Hall.

Menu: Wine and water will be served, along with cheese, fruit, maple bourbon chicken skewers, jumbo curry shrimp skewers, marinara meatballs, smoked BBQ beef brisket sliders, and spicy black bean croquettes. Dessert and coffee will also be available.