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Kathleen Reckling Named New CEO of ArtsWestchester

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Kathleen Reckling Named New CEO of ArtsWestchester WHITE PLAINS, NY (May 22, 2024) – After an extensive national search, ArtsWestchester’s Board of Directors announced today the appointment of Kathleen Reckling as its new CEO, effective July 1, 2024. She is succeeding Janet Langsam who, after 33…

The Winbrook Crisis Advisory Board to Unveil Two New Public Art Murals at White Plains Housing Authority

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                    Contact: Ernie Garcia Thompson & Bender 914-762-1900 ernie@thompson-bender.com The Winbrook Crisis Advisory Board to Unveil Two New Public Art Murals at White Plains Housing Authority Vibrant Public Art is Installed by ArtsWestchester Teaching Artist Miguel Cossio, Artist Ikiyan Chestnut and the Residents at the White Plains Housing Authority White Plains, N.Y. (September 22,…

Irvington Theater to Present Two-Night Virtual Festival Featuring Short Films From Around the World

IRVINGTON, NY — Irvington Theater continues its all-virtual fall season with the Rivertowns’ favorite film festival: As iFF! Celebrating its fifth year, the All Shorts Irvington Film Festival will present outstanding live action and animated short films chosen from hundreds of international submissions. As iFF was set to take place in the early spring before…

Artist Eto Otitigbe Wins Commission for Monumental Sculpture Honoring Rapper Heavy D and Mount Vernon’s Hip-Hop History

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact:Ernie GarciaThompson & Bender914-762-1900ernie@thompson-bender.com Artist Eto Otitigbe Wins Commission for Monumental Sculpture Honoring Rapper Heavy D and Mount Vernon’s Hip-Hop History Sept. 22, 2020 (ArtsWestchester) White Plains, NY – – New York artist Eto Otitigbe has won a commission for a significant sculpture in Mount Vernon that celebrates the music of rapper…

Concerts and Arts Events

Concerts and theater events held open to the public. In addition,the BWC provides perfect spaces to rent for concerts,  musical performances available to Arts enthusiasts and Arts professional business’ program needs in the Westchester and NYC area. Rental spaces such as the large Ballroom with near perfect acoustics, the patio area, as well as the…

Irvington Theater Announces Virtual Class for Teens to Create “Videos for Change”

IRVINGTON, NY — After enormous success over the summer, Irvington Theater will host its second virtual film class: Videos for Change. Over the course of four weeks, students will work both independently and virtually with a teacher to research and craft a key message and storyboard — then create, edit, and promote a one-minute film…

 BALLET UNDER THE STARS / Pandemic Version “Dancing in a time of solitude…”

For Immediate Release Contact:  Mary Hoar, President 914.375.3435 Untermyer Performing Arts Council’s World Fest Presents The Connecticut Ballet Performing  BALLET UNDER THE STARS / Pandemic Version “Dancing in a time of solitude…” 5:30 p.m.  Saturday, September 19th at Historic Untermyer Park The Untermyer Performing Arts Council will present The Connecticut Ballet performing Ballet Under the Stars/Pandemic Version……

The Guss Hayes Band

The Untermyer Performing Arts Council is delighted to present The Guss Hayes Band at World Fest 2020 at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 12th  at Untermyer Park, 945 North Broadway in Yonkers. Magical Irish music provided by County Clare native Guss Hayes and his band has been part of the fabric of the city of…

Irvington Theater Announces Free September 26 Kick-Off Event for All-Virtual Fall 2020 Season

IRVINGTON, NY — In a year of unprecedented challenges and physical distance, Irvington Theater is thrilled to present “Irvington Anywhere,” their entirely virtual fall season of short films, lively concerts, and classic celebrations. The season kicks off on September 26 with a with a free, online event for the whole family! Theater Manager Greg Allen…

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