Opening Reception Features Live Performances by GUSTO Dance & River Valley Dance Project Gilbert Boro, owner and sculptor at Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme, is hosting an Opening Reception on Saturday, June 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. for two new exhibitions on his property, Summer Sculpture Showcase 2017 and The Golden Hour. All are welcome to attend the reception … [Read more...] about Studio 80’s ‘Summer Sculpture Showcase 2017’ on View Through October
Arts
New Exhibition Devoted to Environmentally-Conscious Artists on View at Florence Griswold Museum
The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Conn., presents a major exhibition entitled Flora/Fauna: The Naturalist Impulse in American Art, on view June 3 through Sept. 17, 2017. Drawn extensively from the Museum’s collection, as well as many public and private lenders, the 101 works in the exhibition survey the history of environmentally-conscious artists in the United States … [Read more...] about New Exhibition Devoted to Environmentally-Conscious Artists on View at Florence Griswold Museum
‘Million Dollar Quartet’ Opens Wednesday at Ivoryton Playhouse
IVORYTON -- What would happen if rock-n’-roll legends Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Johnny Cash all got together for one night only to give one of the most epic jam sessions the world has ever known? That’s what happens in Million Dollar Quartet, the Tony-winning musical that brings to life this legendary session that occurred on Dec. 4, 1956 at Sun Records … [Read more...] about ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ Opens Wednesday at Ivoryton Playhouse
Community Music School Offers New Music Therapy Group Classes
Community Music School is offering new music therapy programs this summer. In addition to one-on-one music therapist sessions, CMS is debuting three new group classes beginning in June led by board certified music therapist, Amy Hemenway. Music Therapy Group Class for Young Children with Autism begins June 28 at 10am for ages 2-5. This group will consist of 6, 30-minute … [Read more...] about Community Music School Offers New Music Therapy Group Classes
‘Black and White’ on View at Cooley Gallery Through July 2
There are those days when you think, “Wouldn’t it be nice if things were just a little simpler?” Black and White, an exhibition and sale of drawings, paintings and photographs in, you guessed it, black and white opens at The Cooley Gallery May 27 to July 2, with an opening reception on May 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. The Cooley Gallery has had over 30 years of representing the works … [Read more...] about ‘Black and White’ on View at Cooley Gallery Through July 2
Community Music School Opens Summer Registration for Arts, Music Programs & ‘Broadway Bound’
Community Music School (CMS) is currently enrolling for summer arts programs for students of all ages, including Broadway Bound, a two-week summer musical theater experience for ages 8 to 15. This very popular program, now in its 17th season, will produce “The Addams Family” and “The Lion King.” At the School’s Centerbrook location, private lessons, group classes and … [Read more...] about Community Music School Opens Summer Registration for Arts, Music Programs & ‘Broadway Bound’
Cappella Cantorum Cofounder Barry Asch Announces His Retirement June 30 After 48 Years as Director, Conductor
Cofounder, music director and conductor of Cappella Cantorum, Barry B. Asch, has announced his retirement from the Cappella Cantorum MasterWorks Chorus, effective June 30, 2017. Asch has conducted the MasterWorks Chorus for 48 years and his tenure has included over 70 Major Choral Works. Cappella Cantorum's Mission Statement states the "primary purpose" of the community chorus … [Read more...] about Cappella Cantorum Cofounder Barry Asch Announces His Retirement June 30 After 48 Years as Director, Conductor
Kuslan Presents ‘Der Rosenkavalier’ Program Today, Followed by Performance at ‘the Kate’ in HD by The Met
Opera devotee and popular lecturer on operatic topics, James Kuslan, will present an informative program on Richard Strauss’s “Der Rosenkavalier” at the Acton Public Library, 60 Old Boston Post Rd. in Old Saybrook on Saturday, May 13, at 10:30 a.m. This event is sponsored by the Guild of Salt Marsh Opera and the Acton Public Library. Kuslan is a graduate of Yale University’s … [Read more...] about Kuslan Presents ‘Der Rosenkavalier’ Program Today, Followed by Performance at ‘the Kate’ in HD by The Met
CT Camera Club Hosts Exhibit in Old Lyme Town Hall
There will be a photography exhibit by the Connecticut Valley Camera Club from May 1 to June 29, at the Old Lyme Town Hall, 52 Lyme St. in Old Lyme. A total of 30 photos are on display with an opening reception on Saturday, May 6, from 2 to 4 p.m. which is free and open to the public. The Connecticut Valley Camera Club, founded in 2001, has a prime directive of encouraging, … [Read more...] about CT Camera Club Hosts Exhibit in Old Lyme Town Hall
DeMeo, Korsmeyer Honored in Zahn Gallery Art Exhibition at Shoreline Medical Center
Two artists from Old Lyme have received major awards in the Valentine H. Zahn Gallery's Local Vision II exhibition. Kathleen DeMeo took top honors winning 'Best in Show' with 'Water's Edge' while Renni Ridgeway-Korsmeyer won a Juror's Choice award for 'Ephemeral.' The exhibition opened March 23 and highlights the work of 38 local artists from 22 Connecticut cities and … [Read more...] about DeMeo, Korsmeyer Honored in Zahn Gallery Art Exhibition at Shoreline Medical Center
Cappella Cantorum Men’s Chorus Gives Next Concert, June 11
Cappella Cantorum Men’s Chorus will give their next concert Sunday, June 11, 3 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church. 56 Great Hammock Rd. Old Saybrook, CT. Music includes: Wade in the Water, Psalm 84, Brothers Sing On. Hallelujah-Cohen, Spiritual and Broadway. $40.00 Registration, including Music at rehearsal. Contact Barry Asch at (860) 388-2871 for more information. … [Read more...] about Cappella Cantorum Men’s Chorus Gives Next Concert, June 11
Chanticleer, “An Orchestra of Voices” Concludes Essex Winter Series’ 40th Anniversary Season
Essex Winter Series’ 40th anniversary season concludes with Chanticleer, “an orchestra of voices,” performing on Sunday, April 2 at 3 p.m. at Old Saybrook High School, 1111 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook. One of the world’s most renowned vocal ensembles, Chanticleer is an all-male chorus that performed as part of the Series in 2015 to a near sold-out audience, despite … [Read more...] about Chanticleer, “An Orchestra of Voices” Concludes Essex Winter Series’ 40th Anniversary Season
Handweavers’ Guild of CT Presents “Weavers’ Haven” in New Haven; Demo Day, April 8
“Weavers’ Haven,” the Juried 2017 Biennial Show of the Handweavers’ Guild of Connecticut opened April 1, at the River Street Gallery at Fairhaven Furniture, 72 Blatchley Avenue in New Haven, CT. Gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 to 5 p.m. The show offers a creative, colorful and masterful wonderland of … [Read more...] about Handweavers’ Guild of CT Presents “Weavers’ Haven” in New Haven; Demo Day, April 8
Florence Griswold Museum Director Jeffrey Andersen to Step Down After Successor is Chosen
After over 40 years of service to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Conn., Director Jeff Andersen is planning to step down after a new director is appointed. Ted Hamilton, President of the Board of Trustees, announced that a comprehensive national search will be undertaken in the months ahead, overseen by a committee of trustees and coordinated with an executive search … [Read more...] about Florence Griswold Museum Director Jeffrey Andersen to Step Down After Successor is Chosen
Final Week to View Lyme Academy College Student Work at Old Lyme Town Hall
The Town of Old Lyme is currently hosting an exhibition through the end of March featuring works from Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts students. The exhibition showcases recent works from Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) students, freshmen to seniors, in all disciplines, including Drawing, Illustration, Painting, and Sculpture. A new picture hanging system was installed at the … [Read more...] about Final Week to View Lyme Academy College Student Work at Old Lyme Town Hall