Professional violinist Mariela Shaker will present a lecture on Friday, Nov. 19, 5:30 p.m., in the Moraine Valley Community College Fine and Performing Arts Center’s (FPAC) Dorothy Menker Theater, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills. This is free and open to the public.
Shaker is part of the “Songs for Syria” performance in collaboration with two other Syrian artists on Saturday, Nov. 20, 3 p.m. Her lecture, “Mariela Shaker: Tragedy and Triumph,” will explore her journey from Aleppo, Syria, to the U.S. and the struggles she endured while becoming a successful musician. She will highlight the role music plays in life to inspire change while empowering women and youths through her story and music. She will perform her violin during the event.
Moraine Valley is following COVID-19 safety protocols for visitors on campus. See the latest information at morainevalley.edu/covid.
For more information or to purchase tickets to “Songs for Syria” or other FPAC shows, visit morainevalley.edu/fpac or call (708) 974-5500.
For news media inquiries, contact Maura Vizza, Moraine Valley communications specialist and sports information coordinator, at (708) 974-5742 or Vizzam@morainevalley.edu.
