Besides honoring its previous artistic directors, the evening will also honor three playwrights, which will include Sam Shepard. Sam began his ties with Magic beginning in 1975. His plays were written and premiered during his decade-long residency, including Buried Child, True West and Fool for Love.
But when the sun sets in the western sky Monday, it will be the culmination of the longest day of the year. June 20 is the summer solstice, marking the official start of the 2016 summer season â and the day with the most amount of sunlight all across the northern hemisphere. Full 'strawberry moon' on the way.
Summer solstice is June 21 (marks the official beginning of summer) Vernal Equinox is March 20-21 (marks the official beginning of spring) Autumnal equinox is September 22-23 (marks the official beginning of autumn) The exact times change from year to year, the link below shows exact times from 2000 to 2010.