Festival Events

Magicians, Mentalists, Math Geeks, and the Hidden Powers of the Mind

6:30 to 8:30 pm
Lot 10 Kitchen & Lounge (formerly Delilah’s)
112 South Cayuga Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
$5 suggested donation

Why are people so willing to be fooled? How do magicians exploit our instincts? In this special Science Cabaret presentation, New York-based magician and author Alex Stone probes the limits of perception, the mysteries of consciousness, the road to mastery, and the art of deception. Preceded by a social hour featuring a musical multimedia experience by Ithaca’s own dj laika.

Drinks and light snacks will be available for both shows.

The Secrets of the Devil’s Box

4:30pm
The State Theatre of Ithaca
107 West State Street 
Ithaca, NY 14850
$5 Suggested Donation

In this talk and demonstration, physicist and fiddler Kathy Selby reveals how the violin, one of the smallest of instruments, produces such a powerful and complex sound. Selby and her guests trace the evolution of “the devil’s box” from its meek beginnings in the 1500s through its transformation in 17th century Italy to its reimagining in the electronic age.

Stringfever!

8:00pm
The State Theatre of Ithaca
107 West State Street 
Ithaca, NY 14850
$22.50–$32.50 Purchase Tickets

With electric instruments and razor wit, the world’s first “genetically modified string quartet” combines exceptional musical skill with a talent for involving and engaging their audiences. Favorites include “The History of Music in Five Minutes” and four men playing “Bolero” on a single cello.

Galumpha

3:00 pm
The State Theatre of Ithaca
107 West State Street 
Ithaca, NY 14850
$12-15 Purchase Tickets

Known for its fast-paced, athletic brand of movement, Galumpha combines stunning acrobatics, striking visual effects, physical comedy, and inventive choreography to bring to life a world of imagination, beauty, muscle, and merriment. Featuring brand new material, the family-friendly show is an exhilarating mix of art and entertainment. read more »

Life in Balance

5:00pm
The State Theatre of Ithaca
107 West State Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
$5 Suggested Donation

A physical workshop on the State Theatre stage features exercises, games, and an introduction to weight sharing and acrobatic partnering. All ages and abilities welcome. Dress to move! read more »