Ayane Kozasa and Paul Wiancko standing next to each other smiling

Ayane & Paul

Ayane Kozasa and Paul Wiancko standing next to each other smiling

Ayane & Paul

Saturday, September 26, 2026
Part of HANCHER’S 2026–2027 SEASON and INFINITE DREAM
Presented by HANCHER AUDITORIUM in collaboration with UNIVERSITY OF IOWA STRING QUARTET RESIDENCY PROGRAM
TICKETS
Adults $20
Students & Youth $10
Additional ticket fees may apply; total ticket price listed on ticketing page

An undeniable musical bond underpins the partnership of two forward-looking artists.

Paul Wiancko (cello)—Hancher’s composer-in-residence—and Ayane Kozasa (viola) are bandmates twice over as members of Owls and Kronos Quartet (two ensembles that are also part of Hancher’s 2026–2027 season). As a duo, they bring a fresh perspective to the viola/cello combination via thoughtfully crafted sonorities and inspired musicianship.

Program:
Paul WIANCKO: American Haiku
Judd GREENSTEIN: K'Zohar Harakia
Caroline SHAW: Limestone & Felt
A couple of Swedish folk songs: Jojkpolskan and Min Levnads
Plus additional selections to be announced from the stage.

Ayane & Paul deftly established its precision and and energy.”
Allan Kozinn, NY Times critic
Venue

Genre
Infinite Dream | Music

Hancher Event Partners
Stephen & Victoria West

ARTIST WEBSITE

Photo: Ashley Gellman

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Paris Young in advance at (319) 467-4849 or at [email protected] or fill out an accessibility request using the linked form below.

Learn more about accessibility at The Englert Theatre here.

HANCHER ACCESSIBILITY REQUEST FORM
  • Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne out of respect for smell-sensitive patrons.
  • Photos and video inside the auditorium are prohibited.
  • Parking: There are a limited number of accessible parking spots on the street within 300 feet of the main entrance on E. Washington and S. Linn Street. There are a number of accessible parking garages with elevators within 0.1 to 0.2 miles of our theatre entrance, including the Chauncey Ramp, Tower Place, and Dubuque Street Ramp.
  • Entrances: The main entrance of The Englert is located on the street level of E. Washington Street.
  • There will be limited concessions on site at The Englert Theatre.