May 10 Friday
Natural Manipulation brings together 8 artists whose work engages in a conversation about the intricate relationship between humans and the natural world. Ranging from ceramics and found-material sculptures to video, sound, painting and installation, the artists explore natural materials and organic forms. Adie Russell, Benjamin King, Bonnie Ralston, Carolyn Lambert, Jonathan Harris, Judy Hoffman, Stephanie Beck, Triona Fritsch, curated by Monika Zarzeczna and Stella Yoon. FRI 4-7PM, SAT + SUN 11AM-6PM, Opening Reception: Friday, Apr. 12 5-7pm
Artists: Cyndy Barbone, John DeSousa, Kathy Greenwood, Lori Lawrence, Joy Muller-McCoola, Mark Olshansky, Jess Stapf, Barbara Todd
Special Installation Artist: Victoria van der Laan
Dates: December 1- May 11, 2024
The Guthrie Center holds the Grand Opening of the “Check it Out” musical instrument loan library on Wednesday, January 10 from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at 2 Van Deusenville Road, Great Barrington. Designed to serve people of all ages and all instrument experience levels in Berkshire County, MA, the collection offers a variety of instruments from strings to drums to electric keyboards. People can borrow for up to 30 days free of charge. The backup snow date will be January 17.
“Musical instruments should be played, not displayed,” said George Laye, Guthrie Center Director of Development and Founder/Director of the instrument loan program. “We are excited to imagine that future Beethovens or Beatles might emerge from our program and not fall through the cracks. Whether a beginner or professional, in school or retired, there’s an instrument for you.”
Lending Library Hours:Every Wednesday from 3:00-6:00 p.m.First Sunday each month, from 2:00-5:00 p.m.Second Tuesday each month, from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
The musical instrument loan program reflects Guthrie Center founder Arlo Guthrie’s commitment to meeting the needs of the community and supporting cultural preservation and educational achievement.
Through the generosity of donors, the Center has built a wonderful collection over the years. “Not everyone or every family can afford to rent or buy an instrument or is sure if they’ll stick with it,” said Laye. The lending program encourages fun and learning without any financial burden to borrowers.
The Rules of Esthetics: Paintings by Everett MayoMay 10-June 1 at The Other Side Gallery, 2011 Genesee St., UticaOpening Reception, Friday, May 10 from 5-7 p.m.Artist Talk, Saturday, June 1 at 1 p.m.
Regular Gallery Hours: Thursdays and Saturdays from 12-2 p.m.Exhibit is free and open to the public. For additional information contact Rainer Wehner at (315) 395-5235 or rainermariawehner@web.de.
David Feurzeig, University of Vermont professor and internationally renowned pianist and composer, will play an exciting concert at the Pawlet Community Church on May 10, at 7 p.m. The program includes a wide range of music: classical, popular, jazz, blues, or ragtime.
His project, PLAYEVERYTOWN, is to play a concert in each of Vermont’s 252 towns, to inspire listeners to consider the consequences of climate change for all of us and to choose effective individual actions.
Teacher Lisa Hoyt and her talented students from Mettawee Community School will be among the local guest artists that Professor Feurzeig will accompany.
Information on free or discounted climate items and actions will be available. Refreshments will be offered at the concert’s end.
While the concert is free, contributions by cash or check to the environmental organization 350VT, founded by Vermont resident and environmental activist Bill McKinnen, will be welcome.
Pawlet Community Church: 38 VT Rte.133, PO Box 116, Pawlet VT 05761
For more information, call (802) 325-3786 or visit playeverytown.com
The disruptive presence of a “retired” university professor and his much-younger wife upsets the routine lives of the inhabitants of a rural Russian estate, causing polite facades to crumble and long repressed feelings to emerge with devastating consequences. Hot on the heels of its phenomenally successful production of Tennessee William’s “The Glass Menagerie”, Catskill’s acclaimed Bridge Street Theatre tackles yet another classic of dramatic literature, Anton Chekhov’s haunting “Uncle Vanya”. Irish playwright Conor McPherson provides a vibrant, earthy, and surprisingly comedic new adaptation of this most intimate and heartbreaking of Chekhov’s dramatic works, to be presented in BST’s 84-seat “Priscilla” Mainstage, located at 44 West Bridge Street, for a two-weekend run May 9 – 19. Featured in the cast are Eileen Schuyler (Nana), Richard Neil (Astrov), Steven Patterson (Vanya), Eamon Martin (Telegin), Abby Burris (Sonya), Mike Durkin (Serebryakov), Sarah Jayne Rothkopf (Yelena), and Renee Hewitt (Mariya), all directed by Bridge Street Theatre Artistic and Managing Director John Sowle. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the theatre’s website at bridgest.org/uncle-vanya/.
Sundog Poetry and Green Writers Press present an evening of poetry featuring Julia C. Alter, winner of the 2023 Sundog Poetry Book Award for Some Dark Familiar, and special guests Pablo Medina, Rage Hezekiah, and Ben Aleshire.
Get ready for an electrifying thrill ride with The Last Match: A Pro-Wrestling Rock Experience starring wrestling legend Mickie James, Matthew Rehwoldt (TNA, WWE), Simon Miller (YouTube star), McKenzie Mitchell (NXT), Bull James (NXT), Afa Anoa'i Jr. (WWE) and many more. The Last Match is a groundbreaking fusion of hardcore wrestling, musical theater, and 80's-inspired original rock that hits with the impact of a nuclear bomb. Join our hero, Ben Vengeance, as he steps into the ring for his final pay-per-view event, battling the formidable Alexander Swagger for the BTD Championship Title. Experience two hours of lightning-like energy and emotion that demands you rise to your feet and cheer for more! This show is suitable for all ages.
May 11 Saturday
Hello Hudson Valley Artists! Fall for Art's 2024 Call for Entry is now online and waiting for you to apply. Don't wait. We are anxious to hear from you.
https://www.fallforart.org/call-for-entry/
Run, walk or stroll through the city of Newburgh in Safe Harbors' annual charity 5k! With a course that features the incredible architecture of Newburgh's historic district and stunning Hudson River views, this community centered race is fun for runners and non-runners of all ages.