LOUSIVILLE, KY- In celebration of the Dalai Lama's visit to Louisville May 18-21, a Tibetan Freedom Concert will be presented at the Brown Theatre at 8:00 o'clock on Monday evening the 20th. The concert will feature Kentucky native Ben Sollee and Grammy nominee Nawang Khechog. Other local and Tibetan musicians will round out the world class entertainment.

Cellist, singer-songwriter and composer, Ben Sollee is known for his innovative styling, genre-bending songwriting and electrifying performances. In 2007, he was named one of National Public Radio's "Top Ten Unknown Artists" and acclaimed for his distinctive cello technique and soulful vocals. 

Nawang Khechog is one of Tibet's renowned world music composers. A monk for eleven years, he studied Buddhist philosophy and meditation with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and other Tibetan masters. 

Tickets are available at www.kentuckycenter

From Locust Grove

LOUISVILLE, KY - This play distills what everyone loves about “Pride & Prejudice”- the love story that develops between Elizabeth & Mr. Darcy.  It chronicles the pride of Mr. Darcy, the prejudice of Elizabeth and the events and people that change their hearts towards each other.  It is based on Jane Austen words.  It will be performed outside under a tent on Saturday, July 20, and Sunday, July 21.

From Chris Wooten

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - At Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer's request, the Center for Interfaith Relations is hosting a special Festival of Faiths to help prepare the community for His Holiness the Dalai Lama's visit to Louisville. Now in its 18th year, the Festival of Faiths is an event that celebrates the religious diversity of our community, promotes unity and strengthens the role of faith in society. Sacred Silence: Pathway to Compassion is the theme for the May 2013 Festival of Faiths, which will take place May 14-19 at Actors Theatre of Louisville and the Galt House Hotel.