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From the Executive Director
In this issue we attempt to catch up on some upcoming events. I have only one thing to say - "I WISH I HAD MORE SPACE!"
Mike Burnside |
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Coming Up SOON!
Paul Taylor at the Kirby Center - TONIGHT!
 Revered by audiences and dance experts around the globe, Paul Taylor, the giant of modern dance in the U.S, is without question the greatest living American choreographer. For 50-plus years Paul Taylor has been celebrated for works that run the gamut from sparkling wit and astonishing athleticism to breathtaking brilliance and shattering impact. This awe-inspiring, magnificent dance troupe brings its brilliance to the KirbyCenter - with the world premiere of a new work specially choreographed by Paul Taylor for this tour of performances. The performance will include the delightful Arden Court, the area premiere of De Suenos Que Se Reptian - a haunting work that speaks of recurring dreams and the sizzling tango inspired Piazzolla Caldera.
Tuesday April 15th at 7:30 pm tickets starting at $15
THIRD FRIDAY is upon us!
Where does the time go?
On the East Side, a highlight of Friday's Art Walk is the opening of the new Spring Exhibit at the Wyoming Valley Art League, Mid-Town Village. Stop by and view the latest art work by this creative and prolific group, then visit one of the new downtown restaurants - a perfect evening!
The West Side, not to be outdone, has a new map which lists the events at each of six venues. Click HERE for the map and an evening of refinement from the eclectic group in Kingston!
The friendly folks at Paperkite Press have a special Double Bill:
6 - 8 p.m. Art is Not Enough/Poetry Isn't Sufficient
An international art event inspired by the work of Clemente Padín. We've received a hundred pieces of art in response to the theme "Art is Not Enough/Poetry Isn't Sufficient" from all over the world - the Netherlands, Spain, Germany, Japan - you get the idea. All works offered for sale through the gallery at $10 each, with all after-expenses proceeds to be donated to Heifer International ( http://www.heifer.org/). The exhibit is on display through May 14th. Gallery hours are Sundays noon until 5 or by appointment.
8:30 p.m.
Three Poets from NYC read from "A Cautionary Tale"
Jane Ormerod, ICE and Brant Lyon read from the anthology "A Cautionary Tale." Assertives, paint pushers, protesters, off-the-wallers, examiners of ants and skylights, sound lovers, rhythm beaters, life beaters, joke makers - A Cautionary Tale brings together seven performing poets who are also visual artists and musicians. All regulars on the New York poetry circuit, the group came together on a blustery post-reading night in a Greenwich Village restaurant. Wishing to preserve the energy of the moment, it was agreed to take a closer look at one another's poetry and creative lives. Just like that, the collaboration was born. A Cautionary Tale: mind the step as you open the door. Published by Uphook Press, 2008. This featured reading is followed by a limited open mic. Arrive early to sign up.
Paper Kite Press Studio & Gallery (Number 2 on the MAP)
443 Main St. Kingston, PA
www.wordpainting.com
Keyston College Fine Arts Division Faculty Exhibition
Linder Gallery in the Miller Library, La Plume
These are the folks who are teaching the kids who currently have a Senior Exhibit at Lizza Studios in Tunkhannock. THAT show only runs through the 19th and is not to be missed. (Details)
LCCC Student Show
Speaking of Student Shows, the Annual Student Show by LCCC art students opens on April 25th at the Schulman Gallery
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Not Quite So Soon (and Ongoing)
Local Latino artists to showcase works in King's Widmann Gallery
Five local Latino artists working in a variety of mediums, including sketches, oil landscape paintings, watercolor and sculptures, will showcase original creative works in the Widmann Gallery at King's College in an exhibition, titled "Creating an Identity: Latino Artists in NEPA," from April 21-May 30. Creative works include sketches by David Castro, a student at Coughlin High School; oil landscape paintings by Henry Rodriguez of Wilkes-Barre; watercolor paintings and charcoal sketches by Rod Gereda of Kingston; and, acrylic paintings by Alina Tellez-Bueno, who is temporarily residing in Scranton. Made of a variety of materials, including cardboard, acrylic paint and fabrics, Hector Tellez of Scranton creates "Catrinas," which depict four scenes of traditional Mexican festivities, including the "The Day of the Dead." Artists will discuss their work during a gallery talk from 6-8 p.m. Friday, April 25, in the Widmann Gallery. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Gallery hours: Mon. through Fri., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. and Sun., as arranged. The Widmann Gallery is located in the Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, between North Franklin and North Main streets. For more information, see the Experiencing the Arts Calendar at www.kings.edu or contact Dr. Beth Admiraal, assistant professor of political science, at (570) 208-5900, ext. 5754.
Wyoming Seminary Jazz Band
The Wyoming Seminary Jazz Band will present a program of big band favorites on Sunday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m. at the Buckingham Performing Arts Center on the Upper School campus, North Sprague Avenue, Kingston.
The performance is free and open to the public.
The 20-member band, led by Sem's Lower School music teacher Robert Lugiano, will perform music by Bill Chase, Larry Neeck, Peter Blair and others. Selections to be performed include "Get it on," "Groove Machine," "Takin' the Plunge," "Super-sized," and more. The program will feature Sem seniors Hannah Roman, Jacob Cole and Oliver Williams as soloists.
For more information call the Wyoming Seminary Public Relations Office at 270-2190.
The Wister Quartet with Allen Krantz at MMI
May 5 The Grammy Nominated Wister Quartet, members of the Philadelphia Orchestra string section, with guitarist/composer Allen Krantz, at MMI
Preparatory School, 154 Centre Street, Freeland, 7 p.m.; Call the school at 570-636-1108 for tickets and information.
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ARTS GRANTS FOR YOU!!!
In case you missed it, check our last newsletter for information on a FREE workshop that will teach you everything you need to know about getting a grant for YOUR creative project! DON'T MISS OUT! ATTEND THE WORKSHOP ON APRIL 29TH, 6pm - Miller Conference Room, 2nd Floor of the Henry Student Center, Wilkes University. |
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The time is NOW to reserve your spot for our bus trip to the Roberson Museum in Binghamton for "Visions of the Susquehanna"
DON'T WAIT!!! Reservations are coming in for our bus trip to the Roberson Museum in Binghamton for Visions of the Susquehanna - 250 Years of Paintings by American Masters.
Here's what you need to know:
- Friday, May 30, 2008 Depart at 10:00am from the Sears parking lot at the Wyoming Valley Mall.
- Talk en route by Jan Lokuta, expert in art on the Susquehanna.
- Leisurely dine at J. Michaels Restaurant in the heart of Binghamton
- Docent tour of the Roberson Museum
- Free time to draw, paint or take photographs
- Depart Binghamton at 6:30pm
- ALL THIS for only $50, and if you are (or become) one of the artists on our web site's Directory of Artists, it's only $25!!!
- Call 408-3399 for reservations. Please leave your full name, address, phone number, credit card information (including 3 digest on back of card and expiration date) and email address.
- Click here for the flyer
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