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Antonia Arts presents “Oz on Stage”
“OZ on Stage” May 7, 2023 Paramount Hudson Valley 3:00 pm Sunday matinee Calling ALL—— moms, Grandmothers, and Professional Women of all ages. You must come to the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater in Peekskill and bring your family, kids, boyfriend and husband to celebrate L. Frank Baum Week Born: May 15, 1856 New York ;…
IMPACT, Written & Performed by Amy Engelhardt, Directed by Kira Simring
Contact: Julia Schonberg Community Engagement & Outreach Coordinator julias@bethanyarts.org 914.944.4278 bethanyarts.org IMPACT Written & Performed by Amy Engelhardt Directed by Kira Simring Ossining, NY: March 18 & 19, 2023 Bethany Arts Community (BAC) is thrilled to announce the presentation of IMPACT, written and performed by 2022 BAC artist-in-residence Amy Engelhardt, directed by Kira Simring. IMPACT…
Lesley Phillips Watercolors Opening Reception
Croton River Artisans Gallery’s March 1-31 featured visiting artist is Lesley Phillips. Her watercolors feature animals, portraits and nature scenes in the Hudson Valley. Working through the pandemic in a children’s hospital, Lesley found watercolor painting as a form of self-care and relaxation. A proud mother of two children, Misha and Sarafina, Lesley finds inspiration in…
Arc Stages to present Peter and the Starcatcher beginning March 24.
Arc Stages to present Peter and the Starcatcher beginning March 24. Pleasantville, N.Y. — Pleasantville theater company Arc Stages’ Community Stage presents Peter and the Starcatcher. The Community Stage is the second wing of a company that also includes a thriving Educational Stage and a professional stage, the Next Stage. This tale is a coming-of-age…
Academy of Sacred Drama: Giovanni Bononcini’s oratorio La conversione di Maddalena
The Academy of Sacred Drama presents a powerful Lenten reflection: a musical drama by Giovanni Bononcini, his oratorio La conversione di Maddalena (1701). In this tale of the conversion of Mary Magdalene, the beautiful courtesan walks away from a life of pleasure, influenced by her persistent sister, Martha. Tickets are $15–$55. To buy tickets, visit…
ArtsWestchester Honors Haifa Bint-Kadi and The LOFT for Advancing Equity & Social Justice
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (February 22, 2023) – ArtsWestchester announced that it will recognize one artist and one organization with an Advancing Equity Award this spring. The Advancing Equity Award is a cornerstone program in ArtsWestchester’s commitment to social justice and recognizes a nonprofit organization and artist for their leadership in advancing social justice, equity, diversity,…
Third Annual Five Towns: One book to Explore the Life and Work of Writer and Activist, Lorraine Hansberry
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 26, 2023 Contact: Nicole Alifante, CURE, President 917-312-9930 Third Annual Five Towns: One Book to Explore the Life and Work of Writer and Activist, Lorraine Hansberry Program of free events features a discussion with Dr. Soyica Diggs Colbert, author of Radical Vision, A Biography of Lorraine Hansberry Croton Free Library, February…
Symphony of Westchester’s 25th Concert Season Continues with Young Artists Showcase
New Rochelle, NY, February 6, 2023 –The Symphony of Westchester (SOW) continues its 25rd concert season with the help of some bright young stars. On Sunday, February 12, at 3pm, the group’s annual Young Artists Showcase will be held at Iona University. The concert will showcase the six winners of SOW’s 8th annual concerto competition, which was…
ArtsWestchester Announces Six Notable Winners to Receive 2023 Arts Award
Contact: Ernie Garcia ernie@thompson-bender.com ArtsWestchester Announces Six Notable Winners to Receive 2023 Arts Award April 19 Event to Celebrate Individuals and Organizations who Have Enriched the Cultural Life of the County WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (February 7, 2023) – ArtsWestchester will present its 2023 Arts Award to six individuals and organizations that have enriched the county’s…
Lincoln Glenn Gallery Features Elliott Thompson, a Washington Color School Artist
LARCHMONT, NEW YORK (FEBRUARY 1, 2023) – Lincoln Glenn Gallery is excited to announce Elliott Thompson, a Washington Color School Artist. The exhibition will be on view February 11 – March 11, with an opening reception scheduled for Saturday, February 11 from 6pm-8pm ET. Elliott Thompson’s career as an artist spanned more than six decades…