Creator, producer and host of “This American Life,” Ira Glass mixes audio clips, music and video onstage to deliver a unique talk, sharing lessons from his life and career in storytelling.
“...a storyteller who filters his interviews and impressions through a distinctive literary imagination, an eccentric intelligence, and a sympathetic heart.” - The New York Times
Ira Glass is the creator, producer and host of “This American Life,” the iconic weekly public radio program with millions of listeners around the world. Under Glass’s direction, “This American Life” has won the highest honors for broadcasting and journalistic excellence, including five Peabody awards. Using audio clips, music and video, Ira Glass delivers a unique talk; sharing lessons from his life and career in storytelling: What inspires him to create? What drives his passion? How have failures and successes informed his decisions? During his presentation, Ira Glass mixes stories live onstage and helps his audience better follow the creative process of one of our foremost storytellers.
Tickets: $65 | $55 | $45 | $25
General Public Ticket Sales: Sept. 20 at 11 a.m.
Purchase Tickets at: http://openingnights.fsu.edu
Box Office: 850.644.6500
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 AM – 4 PM
Phone: 850-644-7670
Email: openingnights@fsu.edu
2018/02/10 - 2018/02/10
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Ira Glass will host a pre-show meet and greet reception with proceeds going to support WFSU. Those who purchase performance tickets are eligible to purchase tickets for the reception. The reception includes food, beverages and a photo with with Ira. Space is limited so get your tickets now!
Ruby Diamond Concert Hall - Florida State University
222 S Copeland St, Tallahassee, FL 32306
General parking is available in the St. Augustine Garage located on the corner of Pensacola and Copeland Streets, and the Call Street Garage located on corner of Call and Macomb Streets. Accessible parking is available at the North Entrance of Ruby Diamond Concert Hall and along Convocation Way. The accessible entrance drop-off area is located at the north entrance of Ruby Diamond (the roundabout) and may be accessed by Convocation Way. Elevators are available to take patrons to the appropriate floor. Ushers will help direct patrons to the elevators.