SUMMER 2009 PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN & TEENS
4th Wall Productions and Cunneen Hackett Arts Center now accepting registrations for their annual theatrical summer camp. Every aspect of a theatrical performance in a real stage setting. The instruction team includes professionals from Broadway, Off-Broadway, Nickelodeon, VH-1, Madison Square Garden and New York Stage and Film. Each week ends with an onstage performance. Full Day, night and teen programs. July & August. Ages 8 and up. The Theatre at Cuneen-Hackett Arts Center, 12 Vassar Street, Poughkeepsie, NY. For registration call 845.486.4571. For more information call 845.702.2460 or email info@4thwallproductions.net
The Annandale Troupe presents Richard III, a Children's Shakespeare Camp for ages 6 thru 16. Summer 2009 session June 29 thru August 2nd with performances on July 31, Aug., 1 & 2. Wings Castle, Millbrook, NY www.annandaletroupe.org
Cappella Festiva presents the Summer Choral Festival 2009. For treble voices ages 8-18. Designed to educate and enrich motivated young singers by providing opportunity for study and singing of diverse treble choral repertoire under the leadership of experienced teachers. July 6-17, 2009 - Cor Cantabile: a two week program for unchanged voices, ages 12 up through 18! July 13-17, 2009 - Cor Capriccio: a one week treble singing experience for singers age 8-11! Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY. 845-437-5552 or www.cappellafestiva.org
CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck offers a Summer Camp program for ages 5 through high school. Including performance-based camps, introductory theater for ages 5-7, intermediate programs, Shakespeare and more. Runs June 29 thru August 22. Partial scholarships for familines in need of financial assistance may be available. Visit www.centerforperformingarts.org for a complete schedule and fees or call 845-876-3088x13.
Children’s Media Project (CMP) offer summer workshops in Poughkeepsie, Rhinebeck and Pawling. DROP-TV, Walking History, Radio Play, Podcasting and more! 845-485-4480 or www.childrensmediaproject.org
Clermont Historic Site
Kids Historic Arts- Clermont State Historic Site's Junior History Club. Session I (8/3/09 thru 8/7/09) designed for children 7-11. Session II (8/10/09 thru 8/14/09) designed for children ages 10-14. Let kids learn an appreciation for historic crafts in a safe and fun setting. 9am-2pm daily; $110 per child; visit www.friendsofclermont.org or call (518) 537-4240 for more information.
Dutchess Community College Music School offers music, dance and performance programs for children throughout the summer: Piano Institute June 29-July 2 for ages 5 to adult at all levels; Everybody's Drumming Week Aug. 17-21 for ages 7 to 12; Summer Dance Week Aug. 17-21 for ages 7 to 12; Performing Arts Institutes, two week sessions from July 6 through Aug. 14. All held at DCC, Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie. Call 431-8910 for more information, prices or to register, or go to www.sunydutchess.edu/cfweb.
Kaatsbaan International Dance Center presents the Kaatsbaan Academy of Dance. Pre-Ballet, Ballet I, Ballet II and Flamenco. Session I July 7-24, and Session II July 28-August 14. Call for days and times. Ages 4 to 18 years depending on program. Pre-Ballet $80; Ballet I & II, Flamenco $100. 120 Broadwy, Tivoli, NY. 845-757-5106
Locust Grove/The Samuel Morse Estate offers "Summer Day Camp 2009
- A Camp for the Renaissance Child." Aug. 3 - 28, 9am-4pm. For children entering grades 2-5. Located at the estate of the 19th-century artist and inventor Samuel Morse, this camp offers programming that is entertaining and educational. Drawing inspiration from Morse’s artistic achievements and his invention of the telegraph and Morse code, the camp encourages children to explore their inner “Renaissance child” through a variety of hands-on activities that showcase the four main themes of the estate: Science, Art, History, and Nature." For more information on Summer Camp call (845) 454-4500 x 13,
or email education@lgny.org.Web Site: www.lgny.org
The Mid-Hudson Japanese Community Association offers a summer program for children entering grades 1 thru 8 to experience Japanese culture and language. June 29 thru July 3, 9am-12pm. $40 per child for MHJCA members/$70 per child for non-members.For more information visit www.mhjca.org or email mhjca01@yahoo.com.
Mill Street Loft offers Dutchess Arts Camp. Drawing, cartooning, painting, and clay studios with a separate room for glazing and kiln firing; spacious fully equipped workshop areas for stained glass, sculpture, puppetry, maskmaking, weaving, papermaking, glass blowing, live action video, pinhole photography, music, drama, set design, the culinary arts, jewelry making, bookmaking, and more! Professional artist/teachers use a hands-on approach to engage campers in the creative process, while they develop new skills and learn new techniques. Poughkeepsie, Millbrook or Red Hook. For details call 845- 471-7477 or visit www.millstreetloft.org.
Olana State Historic Site in Hudson, NY announces Summer Arts Programs for Kids. The Journey, for children ages 6-12 , includes small groups determined by age that "journey" to one of the locales visited by Hudson River School landscape painter Frederic Church in the 19th century through art, music, movement, history, nature walks, poetry and other hands-on activities. River School is a summer dramatic arts program for students ages 7-14, involves creating a play from soup-to-nuts while exploring all aspects of story and dramatic arts through the fun and magic of Live Theater. Registration forms can be found online at www.olana.org or call 518-828-1872 x 110..
Women's Studio Workshop in Rosendale offers Teens & Tweens Clay Camp. Featuring lessons in handbuilding, pinching, coiling, and supervised wheel throwing, with plenty of room for guided exploration within the student's individual interests. Class will be held outdoors in the airy summer clay studio. No previous experience necessary. 7/6/09 thru 7/10/09, 9am-12pm. For more information, visit www.wsworkshop.org or call 845-658-9133.
ART INSTRUCTION
Arts on the Lake offers continuous art classes with artist Alexander Shundi on Tuesdays (9am to 4pm)at Lake Carmel Cultural Center, 640 Route 52, Kent Lakes, NY. Call 845-228-2685 or visit: www.artsonthelake.org
The Arts Society of Kingston (ASK) is helping foster artistic skills with a new series of spring art classes. Held at the Shirt Factory, 77 Cornell Street, Kingston, NY. Call or vist web site for schedule and fees. 845-338-0331 or www.askforarts.org.
Barrett School of Art in Poughkeepsie offers a variety
of art instruction from painting to photography, monoprinting to Chine Colle, as well as ceramics
and sculpture at their new Clay Works facility. Visit their website for their 2008 schedule. Barrett Art Center is located at 55 Noxon St., Poughkeepsie. Barrett Clay Works is at 485 Main Street, Poughkeepsie.
Contact 471-2550 or visit www.barrettartcenter.org for
class information and fees.
Botanicals,
Hudson River Valley Landscapes & Landmark Paintings
in watercolor by Betsy Jacaruso. Botanicals, Hudson River Valley Landscapes & Historic Landmark Paintings in watercolor and oil by Betsy Jacaruso.
Weekly watercolor and drawing classes.
Gallery Hours: Sat. 12-4 or by appointment. Betsy
Jacaruso Studio & Gallery, The Chocolate Factory, 54 Elizabeth
St., Red Hook. 845-758-9244 or www.betsyjacarusostudio.com
Center for Photography at Woodstock offers workshops on portraits, encaustics, landscapes and more. Advance registration required. 59 Tinker St., Woodstock, NY 845-679-9957 or www.cpw.org. The CENTER also annouces Intro to Photoshop Fridays 11-2 1/23-2/20/09 A 5 week class ideal for newcomers to digital photography who are baffled by their computer software. Learn how easy it can be to use this powerful image editing and photo retouching program to scan, edit and print high-quality images.
THE DIGITAL KITCHEN at The Center for Photography at Woodstock CPW Members $195, non-members $225, Lab fee $30 845-679-9957, www.cpw.org, phil@cpw.org.
Lattimore Studio of Fine Art is located in an old textile mill in Cornwall, NY where traditional art classes in drawing, painting and plein-air are offered weekly. Contact. Andrew Lattimore at 914-819-8856. Two Mill Street, Cornwall. www.andrewlattimore.com.
Mill Street Loft offers a wide variety of
arts classes for children and adults, with classes designed for
aspiring artists of any ability. More than 30 different classes
offered this fall; some openings available. Mill Street Loft is
located at 455 Maple Street, Poughkeepsie. Call 845-471-7477 or
visit online www.millstreetloft.org.
Oblong School of Art - Learn to draw and paint through a progressive four stage
process. Each step builds upon knowledge of what
you already know: how to see. These solid skills unleash
opportunities for self expression, allowing you as a person to
grow and develop creatively. Four stages include Charcoal Studies, Grisaille, Color Studies and Oil Painting. Give yourself or someone you love an incomparable gift. Limited space; register early! 6 Webatuck Craft Village,
Wingdale, NY
845-724-3545 or www.denisafenton.com.
Putnam Arts Council offers art classes for adults, teens and kids including family claytime, multi-media drawing, watercolor, basketweaving, and life drawing. Plus summer art programs for children. Call 845-216-0636 or visit www.putnamartscouncil.com for details prices, dates, etc.
Rhinebeck Photography and Art Center offers weekend workshops and private instruction to all those interested in learning digital photography, portraiture, lighting technique, Adobe Photoshop and much more. Visit web site www.rhinebeckphotoarts.com for 2008 schedule and special events. Located in Rhinebeck, NY on 10 acres. (516) 286-5104.
Wallkill River School offers classes in pastels, oils, figure painting and more. Plus Kids After School Program and a Senior Drop in day. 100 Ward Street, Montgomery, NY (Route 211 & 17K). 845-689-0613 or www.wallkillriverschool.com for schedule and additional information.
Women's Studio Workshop in Rosendale offers workshops during the summer in printmaking, book arts, papermaking, ceramics, photography, & fiber arts with nationally-known teaching artists. 5/28/09 thru 8/21/09. Plus 5-week clay class sessions in handbuilding and wheel throwing. Call 845-658-9133 or visit www.wsworkshop.org
Woodstock School offers art classes and workshops throughout the year. Drawing, painting, sculpture & printmaking. 2470 Route 212, Woodstock, NY. 845.679.2388 or www.woodstockschoolofart.org
CHILDRENS
ART INSTRUCTION
The Fishkill Historical Society is launching a new art program
geared to teaching young students ages 7-12 regional colonial history
through the visual and performing arts. All classes will be held
at the Van Wyck Homestead Museum, a Hudson Valley Landmark Museum
located on Route 9 in Fishkill. (The museum is located on the intersection
of Route 9 and Interstate 1-84, one mile south of the Village of
Fishkill. For further information
call Mara Farrell at: 1.845.896.5326 or 896.9560.
Renaissance Kids offers instruction in piano,
guitar, singing, acting, drawing, painting, sculpture, and more! Ages
4 and up. Group
or private lessons available. Cunneen-Hackett Arts Center,
12 Vassar St., Poughkeepsie. 845 452-4225 or www.renkids.org
The Wallkill River School offers Kids Art After-School Program." Children ages 6-10 learn the basics of art through hands on experience. Enroll for a single class or an entire week. Materials and smocks provided. $20 per class, $100 per week, $400 per month. 100 Ward St., Montgomery, NY 845-689-0613 or www.wallkillriverschool.com
ACTING CLASSES
Ballet Arts Studio offers acting classes for youths.
107 Teller Avenue, Beacon, NY. To register contact Daphne Richards at 347-417-4329 or e-mail at daphnerichards899@hotmail.com .
Cocoon Theatre offers a wide range of acting, dance, and movement classes for all ages and abilities. 845-876-6470 or www.cocoontheatre.org
Star Mountainville Group holds acting classes for teenagers. Woodstock Reformed Church (at the Village Green), Tinker Street, Woodstock. 845-679-4561 or normajean@hvc.rr.com
ART
THERAPY WORKSHOPS
The Art Studio, a creative environment for self-discovery
and exploration offers Art Therapy, Expressive Weaving and more. Adults,
children and groups. 10 Leonard St., Beacon. 845-559-4922
or www.miaart.com.
DRAWING & PAINTING
INSTRUCTION
Shuster Studio offers fine art classes for adults
and teens. Open studio with model, workshops and private
individual instruction also available. Hudson, NY. 518-828-0188
or shusterstudio@yahoo.com.
POTTERY CLASSES
Hudson Valley Pottery offers classes for children and adults. Registration for Winter classes has begun!
Children's and Adult classes begin the week of January 5th.
Reserve your space now!
A detailed schedule is available from website. Classes are available for all skill levels. Montgomery Row II, 6423 Montgomery Street (Route 9), Rhinebeck, NY. 845.876.3190 or www.hudsonvalleypottery.com
CREATIVITY
WORKSHOPS
Artist's Nest in New Paltz offers Collage Escapes
for Women every Tuesday & Friday evening, & by appt.
Create wall art, mandalas, altered books, "shrines" & more in a
cozy, supportive atmosphere. $20 intro rate incl. materials, tea & treats!
RSVP 256-0754 www.artistsnest.us.
CHILDREN'S
FUN
Mid-Hudson Children's Museum offers a variety
of activities including playgroups, storytime, theater, hands on
art activities and much more!. On the banks of the Hudson River,
75 No. Water Street, Poughkeepsie. Visit www.mhcm.org or
call 471-0589 for details.
ART BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Kidzart classes for children in grades 1-5 will be held at Toys and More in Wappingers Falls Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9/19/07 thru 12/19/07. Wed: grades 1 and 2, Thurs: grades 3-5. Also offering Art instruction for your child's birthday party. For more info and to register, visit www.KidzArtMidHudson.com or call Alexandra at (845) 803-1806
DANCE
& MUSIC CLASSES
Ancient Callings Studio offers instruction in Gypsy Tribal Style and Middle Eastern dance for all levels, ages, and sizes. Workshops, educational programs, and presentations also available. Dance Troupe opportunity. Olivebridge, NY. 845-657-7276 or www.twistedtassels.com.
Barefoot Dance Center (1645 Route 9W in West Park,
NY) offers classes in Creative Movement, Modern Technique, Boys'
Dance, Improvisation and Choreography to all ages. For more information:
call (845) 384-6146 or see website: www.barefootdancecenter.com
Center for Creative Education offers classes for children, youth and adults in their new, 1300 square foot dance studio. Latin, Hip-Hop, drumming and music computer labs. 20 Thomas Street, Kingston. Info at 845-338-7664 or www.cce-kingston.org
Cocoon Theatre offers workshops for children, teens and adults. Creative movement, modern/ballet, improvisation, scene study and more! 6384 Mill St., Rhinebeck. 845-876-6470 or www.cocoontheatre.org
Fred Astaire Dance Studio(1315 Route 9 in Wappinger Falls, NY) offers private lessons in ballroom and latin dancing for teenagers and adults. For more information: call (845) 297-2711 or see website: www.fadsdutchess.com
The Institute for Music and Health (formerly CPD Music) in Verbank, NY offers weekly classes for children and adults. 845-677-5871 or www.musichealth.net.
The Vanaver Caravan hosts SummerDance! A unique program for all levels ages 9 through teens. 7/27/09-8/14/09. With distinguished faculty, Summerdance! exposes students to a variety of dance and performance styles that will expand their perceptions and vocabulary in the dance world. SummerDance on Tour! for those who participate in SummerDance! is designed to perfect performance skills. Students dance at Mohonk Mountain House, Omega and several other area venue. $750. Accommodations available. Held on the picturesque Stone Mountain Farm, 475 River Road Ext., New Paltz, www.vanavercaravan.org, (845)256.9300. email:vcoffice@vanavercaravan.org,
MISC. CLASSES
Yarns, Needles, and Hooks, Inc. offers knitting and crochet classes. Five diffrent classes to meet your particular needs offered weekly on Mondays. Contact 845-454-1716 or visit http://yarnsneedlesandhooks.com/yarns-needles-hooks-classes.html for more information and directions to store.
MOVIES
Cutting Edge Films at this 2 screen theater. New films each
week. Visit www.upstatefilms.org or call 876-2515 for listings,
times and admissions. Upstate
Films, 6415 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck.
Putnam Arts Council presents Free Indie Film Series throughout the year at The Lodge at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster, NY 845-278-0230 or www.putnamartscouncil.com
FIRST FRIDAYS OPEN MIC (POETS)
Howland Cultural Center Calling All Poets Series
Open Mic Hosted by Jim Eve. Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main Street,
Beacon. Every
First Friday at 8:00pm, $4 Suggested Donation, 831-0077.
FRIDAYS OPEN
MIC (MUSICIANS)
Howland Cultural Center Calling All Musicians Series Open Mic Nights
Hosted alternately by Tom Joyce & Chris Ruhe Howland Cultural
Center, 477 Main Street, Beacon. Artist sign up at 8:00pm
for every 2nd Friday "Acoustic", 3rd Friday "Jam",
and 4th Friday "Plug In", $4 Suggested Donation, 831-0077.
MUSIC
Vassar College Department of Music presents "Music
at Vassar" Fall 2007 Concert Series offering free music
performances on campus (most take place at Skinner Hall.) Jazz, Classical, Choral Ensembles, Recitals, and
more. 124
Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie. Call 845-437-7294 or visit http://music.vassar.edu/concerts.html for
schedule.
The Tony DePaolo Trio presents a new music series "Network
Thursdays" for artists, musicians, actors, writers and professionals
in all fields. A chance to relax, mingle and network. Families
with small children welcome. 7-10pm each Thursday. The Brass
Money Bistro, 150 Osborne Hill Rd., Fishkill. 897-3055 or
www.brassmonkeybistro.com.
Dutchess Community College Music School offering classes and lessons for children and adults on a noncredit basis. Instruments, vocals, dance, drumming and more. Pendell Rd., Poughkeepsie. 845-431-8916 or www.sunydutchess.edu/cfweb.
SKATING LESSONS
McCann Ice Arena offers ice skating lessons for
children and adults. Family
instruction available. Sign up for March Learn to Skate Program
and receive free skates plus four instructional sessions and our
free public skates. $60. For session times and availability
call 454-5800x205. 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie.
Boundless Edge Skating School offers classes for beginners to advance skaters and adults. Saugerties, NY For more information call Beth Woronoff, Program Director at 845.626.4596 www.boundlessedge.com |
SATURDAY thru MONDAY 6/6/09 THRU 8/31/09 EXHIBITION
Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center presents “Couples” a photographic celebration of lesbian and gay relationships by Joyce Culver and Gay Block. Opening reception Sat. June 9, 6-7pm. The gallery is open during business hours and by appointment. For more information, visit www.lgbtqcenter.org or call (845) 331-5300.
SATURDAY THRU MONDAY 6/6/09 THRU 7/6/09 EXHIBITION
Art At Grasmore presents 31 NYC and Hudson Valley based artists with a collection of their work at the historic Hudson Valley Estate in Rhinebeck. Paintings, photography, sculpture, collage, jewelry and installation pieces. Pure art will be the focus of the opening weekend but subsequent weekends will spotlight performance pieces by political satirist Barry Crimmins, poetry slams, short videos and musical guests. Opening Reception: Sat. June 6th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm. 29 Mill Street, Rhinebeck, NY. 914-475-2890
SATURDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/13/09 THRU 7/5/09 EXHIBITION
Bau Gallery in Beacon, NY presents “Revolution,” a solo mixed media exhibit by Linda Richichi featuring contemporary landscapes and inner visions.. Opening reception June 13th from 6-9pm. Gallery hours Sat & Sun 12-6pm or by appointment. 845-440-0060.
SATURDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/13/09 THRU 9/6/09 EXHIBITION
Samel Dorsky Museum of Art presents "Hudson Valley Artists 2009: Ecotones and Transition Zones." Sat. 6/13 - Opening reception 5-8pm. Sat. 6/27 - benefit concer for Habitat for Artists (admission). Thurs. 7/23 - Artist talks 5:30 & 7:00pm. Thurs. 8/20 - Artist Talks 5:30 & 7:00pm. SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Dr., New Paltz, NY. 845-257-3844 or www.newpaltz.edu/museum.
SATURDAY THRU SATURDAY 6/13/09 THRU 7/11/09 EXHBITION
Roos Arts presents "Laura Donohue: Greetings from Giant Forest," a solo exhibition. Opening Reception: Saturday, June 13th, 7 - 9 pm. 449 Main Street, Rosendale, NY www.roosarts.com
6/18/09 THRU 7/4/09 THEATER
TriArts Sharon Playhouse presents “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” Book by Larry Gelbart and music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, TriArts Artistic Director, Michael Berkeley, directs the live orchestra. Forum will be followed by Disney’s High School Musical 2, Music Man and Divas Do It All. For tickets, call the box office at 860-364-SHOW (7469) X 200 or online at www.triarts.net
THRUSDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/18/09 THRU 7/26/09 EXHBITION
Locust Grove presents Landscape Paintings by Kari Feuer. Artist's reception Sunday, June 28, from 4 to 6. Gallery hours are 10-5 every day, with free admission to the grounds and visitors center. The Samuel Morse Historic Site, 2683 South Road, Poughkeepsie. www.lgny.org
THURSDAY THRU THURSDAY 6/18/09 THRU 8/13/09 EXHIBITION
Mill Street Loft Alumni & Faculty Exhibit at Twisted Soul Restaurant. Paintings by Art Institute Alumni: Jason Yarmosky, Nathan Gorgen, Sara Rizzo, and Jessica Intelisano; and Faculty Elizabeth Dama and Les Castellanos. Opening Reception Thurs. 6/18, 5:00-8:00 pm Enjoy samples of Twisted Soul's culinary fare inspired by ethnic and street foods from around the world. Gallery hours Mon. thru Thurs.11am -8pm and Fri. and Sat.until 10:00 pm. 4747 Raymond Ave. Poughkeepsie. 845-471-7477 or www.millstreetloft.org
SATURDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/20/09 THRU 7/31/09 EXHIBITION
Mill Street Loft presents "Every 71 Seconds - Memories of Alxheimer's," a photo essay by Michele Muir about the lives of those with Alzheimer's. Artist's reception Sat. 6/20, 3-7pm featuring artist talk by Michele Muir; readings by Bob Miller of Mix 97.7FM and Marilyn Garzione, author of "Relased to the Angels" and musical performance by Loretta Hagen and Renee Lando. 45 Pershing Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY. 845-471-7477 or www.millstreetloft.org
SATURDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/20/09 THRU 7/19/09 EXHIBITION
G.A.S. Visual Art & Performance Space presents "Bounty" a show by the Hudson Valley 7. Opening reception Sat. 6/20, 6-9pm. Gallery ours Fri. thru Sun. 12-6 or by appointment. 196 Main St., Poughkeepsie, NY 845-486-4592 or www.galleryandstudio.org
Fridays, June 26, July 3, July 10, and July 17 MUSIC
Bard College presents Aston Magna Concerts. Aston Magna at Bard. Music of the 17th and 18th centuries performed on period instruments. Presented in cooperation with The Bard Center. Admission charged. 8 p.m., Olin Hall. 845-758-7887.
FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY, 6/26/09 thru 7/12/09 MUSICAL THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents "The Who’s Tommy." Peter Townshend’s tale of a young boy’s journey from pain to triumph. ThIS classic 1960s rock opera by The Who, is a high-energy, one-of-a-kind theatrical event. A Centerstage Production directed by Kevin Archambault. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 3 p.m. Sunday. The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck. Tickets: $22; $20. 845-876-3080. www.centerforperformingarts.org
FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/26/09 THRU 8/2/09 THEATRE
Vassar & New York Stage and Film’s Powerhouse Theater will celebrate 25 seasons of presenting great new theater in the Hudson Valley with a gala benefit “A Silver Celebration under the Stars.” At 7pm the gala will offer selections from favorite Powerhouse plays and musicals performed by some of Broadway and Hollywood’s top artists, all of whom, at one time or another, have trod the stage at Powerhouse. A party will follow that will celebrate food and drink produced in the Hudson Valley. Following the performance, join the artists for a light supper under the stars. The party will begin at 8:30pm, outside the Martel Theater on the Frances Daly Fergusson Quadrangle. Individual tickets are on sale now; special sponsorship packages, which include gala tickets and Powerhouse season subscriptions, are also available. To purchase tickets and for additional information, go online (http://powerhouse.vassar.edu), call (845) 437-5599, or visit the Powerhouse Box Office in person on the Vassar campus. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY. For season schedule call 845-437-5902
FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/26 THRU 7/19/09 EXHIBITION
Tivoli Artists Co-op presents "3-D" artwork exploring the third dimension in stone, glass, plaster, clay, metal, paper and found objects. Opening reception is Saturday 6/27 from 6:30 to 8:00PM. Tivoli artists' co-op, 60 Broadway, Tivoli NY. Gallery Hours: Fri: 5-9 pm, Sat: 1-9pm, Sun: 1-5pm.Phone 845-757-2667 or www.tivoliartistsco-op.com
Saturday, June 27 through Sunday, September 13 EXHIBITION
CCS Bard Hessel Museum Exhibition: Consider the Lobster. The first major survey of New York artist Rachel Harrison, entitled Consider the Lobster, after an essay by the late David Foster Wallace. Presented by CCS Bard. CCS Bard Galleries and Hessel Museum of Art. Museum hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 1–5 p.m. 845-758-7598, ccs@bard.edu, www.bard.edu/ccs.
SATURDAY THRU MONDAY 6/27/09 THRU 7/27/09 EXHIBITION
Windham Fine Arts presents "A River Runs Through It," the 5th Annual Plein Air Event this year celebrating the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson's voyage up the Hudson River. Picnic and opening reception June 27, 3-6pm. For more information, contact WFA at info@windhamfinearts.com or call (518)734-6850. Windham Fine Arts, 5380 Main St, Windham, NY 12496. www.windhamfinearts.com
SUNDAY THRU FRIDAY 6/29/09 THRU 7/3/09 EVENT
Saugerties Art Lab Presents a free week long Float Camp to build a 4th of July Float and to make 2000 Artist Trading Cards to distribute along the parade route. 10am-Noon all week. 106 Partition Street. For more information: e-mail artlab@earthlink.net
TUESDAY THRU SUNDAY 6/30/09 THRU 7/12/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents: “Ninety” by Joanna Murray-Smith. Directed by Maria Mileaf. A poignant and provocative new play. Check web site for times. Post-show discussion on Tuesday, July 7. Tickets $35. Powerhouse Theater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
THRU FRIDAY 7/31/09 EXHIBITION
James W. Palmer '90 Gallery presents "Voyages: The Art of Evelyn Metzger" featuring paintings of Metzger, Vassar Class of 1932, spanning most of the twentieth century. College Center, Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 845-437-5370.
THRU SEPTEMBER 6, 2009 MUSIC
Maverick Concerts presents their 94th festival season of music in the woods. Concerts will focus on works of Haydn, Bartok and Brahams. TIckets $25 each or books of 10 for $175. Call 800-595-4849 or visit www.maverickconcerts.org for dates, times and additional information.
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WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/3/09 THRU 9/6/09 EXHIBITION
Dutchess County Arts Council and Millbrook Vineyards & Winery present the second exhibition of this season's Art in the Loft featuring works by Andrea Alvin, Barbara Masterson, and Angela Manno. Opening reception Sunday 7/12, 3-5pm. Gallery Hours: 11am-6pm daily. Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, 26 Wing Rd., Millbrook, NY 845-454-3222, 845-677-8383, www.artsmidhudson.org or www.millbrookwine.com
FRIDAY 7/3/09 DANCE
Cleoma's Ghost. Cajun! Beg. workshop 8pm. 8:30, $12 Woodstock Community Center. HVFDD 238-8663
SATURDAY 7/4/09 DANCE
English Country Dance TBA w. HVCD House Band. Hurley Ref. Church, Main St, Hurley, NY. Beginner lesson 7:30. HVCD 452-2483
SATURDAY THRU TUESDAY 7/4/09 THR 7/28/09 EXHIBITION
Duck Pond Gallery at Esopus Library presents works by John Burroughs. Plus a Daytime opening July 11 with the John Burroughs Natural History Society. Birding walk in the morning Sat. 7/11. Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, 10-5:30; Wed 10-8; Fri 10-7; Sat 10-4; Sun 1-4. 128 Canal St, Port Ewen, NY 338-5580 www.esopuslibrary.org
SATURDAY 7/4/09 EXHIBITION
The Opening Reception for the 9th Kingston Sculpture Biennial, Go Green & Keep the Hudson Clean, at Hasbrouck and Rotary Parks. No admission. Students from the Art Education Program at Pratt Art Institute will host children’s activities. Guided tours throughout the parks. Live music and hors d’ouvres. At 4:00 PM, Itty Neuhas’ iceboats will be launched. 1:00 – 4:00 PM The Biennial will be on display through the end of October 2009. Information on exhibiting artists is available online at www.askforarts.org.(845) 338-0331.
SUNDAY 7/5/09 DANCE
Swing Dance Jam. Dance to CDs. Beginners lesson 6pm. 6:30-9pm, $5 Arlington Reformed Church, corner Rte 44/55 and Raymond Ave, Poughkeepsie. HVCD 339-3032
Sunday, July 5 through Friday, July 10 WORKSHOP
Bard College offers IWT Writing Workshop for Teachers. Weeklong workshop for secondary school and college teachers of all subjects. Presented by the Institute for Writing and Thinking. Registration and fee required. 845-758-7484 or jsmith@bard.edu.
THRU 7/5/09 THEATER
Star Mountainville Group Theater Festival at the Byrdcliffe Theatre, Four Plays in Rep. and two comedies. $10. Upper Byrdcliffe Road, Woodstock. More info: myspace.com/starmtgp. Reservations 679-4561.
SUNDAY 7/5/09 MUSIC
Howland Cultural Center presents The Chamberjazz ″Tesla Trio″ direct from Sweden. Tickets $15. 7:00 PM. 477 Main St., Beacon, NY www.howlandculturalcenter.org
MONDAY THRU FRIDAY, 7/6/09 thru 7/10/09 WORKSHOP
Children’s Media Project presents "Multi-Media Animation at MHCM" During the week, youth will focus on the creative use of clay, paper, and other assorted 3D objects as they work in pairs or three at a time to make stop-motion animated movies. Each youth will receive a DVD copy of the animations. Mid-Hudson Children's Museum and Pavilion, 75 N. Water Street, Poughkeepsie. 10:00am-4:00pm. Ages 9-12.$295 for the week. www.childrensmediaproject.org. Please note students must bring lunch each day. To register, please contact Lester at 845-485-4480 or lester@childrensmediaproject.org.
TUESDAY 7/7/09 STUDENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Mill Street Loft hosts College Rep from Rochester Institute of Technology who will visit the Summer Art Intensive at Marist College’s Steel Plant Studio, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. 4:00-7:00 pm. Rep will review students’ portfolios, talk with family, teachers and friends about the school’s programs and admissions procedures. FREE and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
WEDNESDAY 7/8/09 STUDENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Mill Street Loft hosts College Rep from The School of Art Institute of Chicago to Summer Art Intensive at Marist College’s Steel Plant Studio, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. 4:00-7:00 pm Rep from will review students’ portfolios, talk with family, teachers and friends about the school’s programs and admissions procedures. FREE and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
WEDNESDAYS 7/8/09, 7/15/09 & 7/22/09 EVENT
Mill Street Loft Presents 3 evening programs on Alzheimer’s Disease during Michele Muir Photo Exhibit: Every 71 Seconds – Memories of Alzheimer’s. Michele, a professional photographer and advocate for Alzheimer’s disease, will give a gallery talk on July 8 from 5:30-7:00 pm about what motivated her to create her photo essay project Every 71 Seconds – Memories of Alzheimer’s. On July 15 and July 22, 5:30 to 7:00 pm there will be screenings of two of the segments from the HBO documentary, “The Alzheimer’s Project” each followed by a discussion led by an educator from the Alzheimer’s Association - Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester, NY Chapter. All are Free. For further information, contact Mill Street Loft at 845-471-7477, info@millstreetloft.org.
Thursday, July 9, through Sunday, July 12 DANCE
Bard SummerScape presents postmodern dance pioneer Lucinda Childs’ Dance, a multimedia performance of three dances, with film by Sol LeWitt and a soundtrack by Philip Glass. Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. July 9, 10, and 11, at 8:00 p.m.; July 12 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets: $25, 40, 55. 845-758-7900 or www.fishercenter.bard.edu.
THURSDAY 7/9/09 STUDENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Mill Street Loft hosts College Rep from New York University to Summer Art Intensive, at Marist College’s Steel Plant Studio, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. 4:00-7:00 pm. Rep will review students’ portfolios, talk with family, teachers and friends about the school’s programs and admissions procedures. FREE and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
Thursday, July 9 through Sunday, August 23 EVENTS
Bard SummerScape: Spiegeltent. The Spiegeltent offers family-oriented programs and evening adult fare. Admission charged. Spiegeltent, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. Cabaret performances Friday and Saturday, at 8:30 p.m. SpiegelClub opens for dancing, Thursdays at 8:30 p.m., and Friday–Sunday at 10 p.m. Family Fare performances on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Restaurant open Thursdays through Sundays, 5:30–7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sundays, 1‑3 p.m. 845-758-7900 or www.fishercenter.bard.edu.
THURSDAYS 7/9/09 THRU 7/23/09
Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center at Vassar presents “Soundpainting.” Directed and soundpainted by Mark Lindberg. Dances at an Exhibition is inspired by the Art Center’s concurrent exhibition Catching Light: European and American Watercolors from the Permanent Collection, as well as by other works on view from the permanent collection. Dances at an Exhibition will be performed to a recording of Mussorgky’s suite, Pictures at an Exhibition. 6pm. Free to the public. Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center. 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599
THRUSDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/9/09 THRU 7/12/09 THEATER
River Valley Rep (in association with Queen City Stage Company) presents "Eleemosynary", an elegant and witty play written by Lee Blessing. Thurs, Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm. $25 for adults and $22 for seniors/students. For ticket reservations, call the Box Office at 914-456-0327. For additional info, email Matthew.andrews@marist.edu . Nelly Goletti Theatre (Student Center - 3rd Floor), Marist College, Poughkeepsie, NY.
FRIDAY, 7/10/09 FILM
Art Society of Kingston presents their 2nd Friday Series with Enrique Pineda Barnet's "I Am Cuba," a cinematic masterpiece discovered by Francis Ford Coppola and Martin Scorsese in 1995, often described as the most beautiful black and white film ever made. 7:00 PM Suggested Donation: $5.00. Main Gallery at ASK, 97 Broadway, Kingston, NY. (845) 338-0331 or www.askforarts.org.
FRIDAY THRU MONDAY 7/10/09 THRU 7/13/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “The Trojan Women” by Euripides. Directed by Dennis Reid. Following the fall of Troy, the fate of its women is debated by the gods and the victorious Greeks. 6pm. Free. Outdoor Amphitheater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 7/10/09 & 7/11/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “Whisper House.” Music & Lyrics by Duncan Sheik.
Book & Lyrics by Kyle Jarrow. Directed by Keith Powell. A ghostly story set during World War II in a haunted lighthouse where a young boy is sent to live with his eccentric Aunt after his father dies in the war. Friday 8pm; Sat. 2pm & 8pm. Tickets $25. Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
FRIDAY THRU WEDNESDAY 7/10/09 THRU 9/30/09 EXHIBITION
Gazen Gallery presents “Sizzling Hot Summer” featuring works by five Hudson Valley Artists. Artist’s Reception July 10, 4-8pm. 6423 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck, NY.
845.876.4ART or www.GazenGallery.com
SATURDAY, JULY 11 THEATRE
CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “There Once Was An Owl,” a new musical for children by Ed Gibbons-Brown. Mean bullies have been making fun of Alice’s red hair. It’s up to Granny and the audience to make up a story and teach Alice the value of being different! Tickets are $9/$7 in advance or $8/$6 at the door. 11 a.m. 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck 845-876-3080. www.centerforperformingarts.org
SATURDAY 7/11/09 DANCE
Kathryn Wedderburn w. The Eclectic Dance Orchestra. Woodstock Community Center. FFD 246-2121
SATURDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/11/09 THRU 8/2/09 EXHIBITION
Bau: Beacon Artist Union presents “Temptation” featuring new works by Michael Gaydos. Opening reception Sat. 7/11/09, 6-9pm. Gallery hours Sat. & Sun. 12-6pm. 161 Main St., Beacon, NY 845-440-7584 or www.baugallery.com
SATURDAY 7/11/09 EVENT
Pine Hill Community Center presents Camp Woodland Songs and Stories. Join local singer and songwriter Pat Lamana for a concert and presentation on the infamous Camp Woodland. 7:30 PM; Free. 845.254.5469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org
SATURDAY, 7/11/09 thru OCTOBER EXHIBITION
ArtsWAVE presents the 4th Annual "10x10x10" (10 artists from 10 communities exhibiting in 10 vacant Ellenville storefronts) and ARTSwe (Art in the Windows of Ellenville), a less formal project showcasing two and three dimensional original artwork of local Town of Wawarsing artists. Opening reception July 11 4pm - 8pm. Maps and guides to window artwork available at Village Hall, Town Hall, local businesses and the Chamber of Commerce. Open and free to the public at 12 Market Street, Ellenville, NY, artswavecenter@aim.com
SATURDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/11/09 THRU 12/13/09 EXHIBITION
School of Fine & Performing Arts at SUNY New Paltz presents Panorama of the Hudson River: Greg Miller. This exhibition comprises a panorama of the Hudson River that includes both banks and stretches from Manhattan to Albany. Miller’s panorama will be uniquely paired with a 1912 photographic panorama developed for the Hudson River Day Line Steamer Company. Opening reception: July 11, 5-8:00 p.m. Free. Gallery Tours Sundays, July 12, 19, 26 at 2:00 p.m. Free. Gallery Hours: Wednesday – Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 845-257-3844
SATURDAY THRU SATURDAY 7/11/09 THRU 7/25/09 EXHIBITION
Gallery506 presents a Grand Opening Exhibition featuring 8 artists from across America including NY, Boston, and California. Opening Reception on the Second Saturday,
Sat., July 11, 2009, 6-9pm. There will be different themed art parties thrown
on each of the following weekends. 506 Main Street, Beacon , NY.
SATURDAY 7/11/09 MUSIC
School of Fine & Performing Arts at SUNY New Paltz presents PianoSummer Faculty Gala. The PianoSummer faculty perform together on one concert. Electrifying talent and distinct musical personalities make this a night to remember! 8 p.m. McKenna Theatre, Tickets: $27 adult, $22 senior/student/staff. 845-257-3880 or www.newpaltz.edu/piano
SUNDAYS BEGINNING 7/12/09 PLAYWRIGHT LAB
Passing the Torch presents a New Playwright’s Lab, a venue offering peer critique of new plays and plays in progress from all levels, all ages, all voices of Hudson Valley playwrights. The public is also encouraged to come and view the process. The last ½ hour of the lab is dedicated to reading of scenes, published works or monologes. 5:30pm-7:30pm. Howland Cultural Center, 477 Main St., Beacon, NY 845-901-6820 or www.passingthetorchthroughthearts@gmail.com
THURSDAY, July 12 through Sunday, August 20 FILM
Bard SummerScape: Film . “Politics, Theater and Wagner.”Composer Richard Wagner provides the thematic focus for the 2009 SummerScape film festival. A varied and imaginative approach to this highly complex and influential figure, the festival includes a wide array of films that range from early silent epic fantasy to Hollywood satire, and from acknowledged film classics to more obscure offerings. Tickets $8. Center for Film, Electronic Arts, and Music in the Milton and Sally Avery Arts Center. Thursdays and Sundays at 7 p.m. 845-758-7900 or www.fishercenter.bard.edu.
MONDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/13/09 THRU 7/18/09 EXHIBITION
"Dead_Line" presents Processing Place at the ArtsWAVE Center(12 Market Street, Ellenville, NY). A new collective of five regional artists working in metal, ceramics, paint and found objects, with a passion for art and sharing it with the community. The public is encouraged to drop in and speak with the artists. Exhibition finale and public reception Saturday, July 18 (4-6pm). Artists include Michael Asbill, Sarah MacEachen, Kristopher Perry, Susan Ross and Judy Sigunick. Information: pjsigunick@yahoo.com .
MONDAY THRU FRIDAY, 7/13/09 thru 7/17/09 WORKSHOP
Children’s Media Project presents "Mini Movies in Rhinebeck" Students will be led by workshop teachers through the scripting, storyboarding and shooting of a short narrative movie. The entire class will work together as a video production crew to shoot their film, with each student filling different roles. Each youth will receive a DVD copy of the final film. Students must bring lunch each day. Upstate Films, Rte. 9, Rhinebeck. 10:00am-4:00pm. Ages 9-12. $295 for the week. To register, please contact Lester at 845-485-4480 or lester@childrensmediaproject.org.
Wednesday, July 15 through Sunday, August 2 THEATER
Bard SummerScape: Theater. The Oresteia: Agamemnon, Choephori, and The Eumenides. A translation of Aeschylus’ trilogy of plays by Ted Hughes. Gregory Thompson and Ellen Cairns, the acclaimed director-and-designer team that created the SummerScape 2007 production of Saint Joan, will stage this modern-dress version of antiquity’s greatest dramatic trilogy. Theater Two, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets $45 per play, $90 for the trilogy. 845-758-7900 or www.fishercenter.bard.edu.
THURSDAY July 16, 2009 WORKSHOP
Center for Regional Research Education and Outreach, Dutchess County Arts Council and the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art will be presenting a workshop on developing shared marketing tools and other ways to tap tourist market in the Hudson Valley. Lydia Higginson from Dutchess Tourism will be leading this casual workshop. 5:30 – 7:00pm. Admission Free. Locust Grove/Samuel Morse Historic Site, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. Reservations encouraged to info@artsmidhudson.org. More information to come at www.newpaltz.edu/museum or www.artsmidhudson.org
FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/17/09 THRU 7/26/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “The Burnt Part Boys” Book by Mariana Elder.
Lyrics by Nathan Tysen. Music by Chris Miller. Directed by Erica Schmidt. A new musical set in 1962 in rural West Virginia about a group of teenagers whose fathers were killed coal mining accident. A coming of age tale, set to a haunting and distinctive bluegrass and pop inspired score. Presented in collaboration with Playwrights Horizons and The Vineyard Theatre. Check web site for times. * Post-show discussion on Tuesday, July 21. Tickets $35. Powerhouse Theater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
FRIDAY THRU MONDAY 7/17/09 THRU 7/20/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “Twelfth Night” by William Shakespeare. Directed by Anthony Luciano. One of Shakespeare’s best loved comedies of mistaken identity that explores themes of gender, ambition, and love. 6pm. Free. Outdoor Amphitheater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/17/09 THRU 7/19/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “One Slight Hitch” by Lewis Black. Directed by Joe Grifasi. A hilarious comedy about a wedding gone very wrong, starting off with the appearance of an uninvited guest. Friday & Sat. 8pm, Sunday 2pm & 7pm. Tickets $20. Susan Stein Shiva Theater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
THURSDAYS THRU SUNDAYS, 7/17/2009-8/9/2009 THEATER
The Center for Performing Arts in Rhinebeck presents “The Producers”, Mel Brooks’ and Thomas Meehan’s smash Broadway musical hit presented by Up In One Productions. Thurs. through Sat. 8 p.m.; Sundays 3 p.m. Tickets are $22 adults and $20 seniors and children (under 12 years old). Advance reservations are recommended at (845) 876-3080 or online at www.centerforperformingarts.org
SATURDAY, 7/18/2009 THEATRE
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “Puss in Boots,” a walking cat? Impossible! Unless he’s wearing the magic boots in “Puss in Boots,” a puppet production by Michael Graham’s Spring Valley Puppet Theater. 11 a.m., 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck. Tickets are $9/$7 in advance or $8/$6 at the door. 845-876-3080. www.centerforperformingarts.org
SATURDAY 7/18/09 MUSIC
School of Fine & Performing Arts at SUNY New Paltz presents Alexei Lubimov Recital featuring Mozart, Schubert, Scriabin, Silvestrov, Debussy. 8 p.m. McKenna Theatre. Tickets $27 adult, $22 senior/student/staff. 845-257-3880, or www.newpaltz.edu/piano
SATURDAY 7/18/09 MUSIC
Catskill Community Radio Presents Word Upstage. Featuring a group of wordsmiths from the group Writers in the Mountains reading and discussing their poetry and prose. Hosted by Catskill Community Radio's own Julie Greenwood. Potluck dinner at 6, show begins at 7 PM. The Pine Hill Community Center, 287 Main Street, Pine Hill, NY. 845.254.5469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org
SATURDAY 7/18/09 DANCE
New England Dance Party at Ashokan - David Kaynor & Susan Kevra w. Jay, molly & The Ashokan All-Stars. Contras, squares & waltzes. Dinner by Michael Hughes and his staff, 6-8:30, $6-12. Overnite package available. Ashokan Field Campus, Olivebridge, NY. FFD 246-2121.
SUNDAY 7/19/09 DANCE
WCS/California Mix. Dance to CDs. Beg. lesson 6pm. 6:30-9pm, $5 White Eagle Hall, 487 Delaware Ave, Kingston. HVCD 914-475-0803
Sunday, July 19 through Sunday, July 26 EXHIBITION
Bard College presents MFA Thesis Exhibition, an annual exhibition of Masters Thesis work by third-year MFA students in music/sound, film/video, painting, photography, sculpture, and writing. Opening reception Sun. July 19 2-5pm Regular gallery hours are 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 1–5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Sponsored by Master of Fine Arts Program. Bard Exhibition Center, 7401 South Broadway, Red Hook, NY. Susan Tveekrem, mfa@bard.edu, 845-758-7481. www.bard.edu/mfa.
WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/22/09 THRU 8/2/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “Vera Laughed” By Keith Bunin. Directed by Carolyn Cantor. April 1942. Twenty years after escaping from Russia, the Nobel Prize-winning Russian writer Ivan Bunin has created a new life for himself in the French countryside with his wife AND his mistress. Based on a true story. Check web site for times. Post-show discussion on Tuesday, July 28. Tickets $35. Powerhouse Theater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
WEDNESDAY 7/22/09 STUDENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Mill Street Loft hosts College Rep from Savannah College of Art Design to Summer Art Intensive, at Marist College’s Steel Plant Studio, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. 4:00-7:00 pm . Rep will review students’ portfolios, talk with family, teachers and friends about the school’s programs and admissions procedures. FREE and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
THURSDAY 7/23/09 GOLF FOR THE ARTS
Dutchess County Arts Council presents their 23rd Annual Golf Tournament! BBQ Lunch, 18-holes with cart, on-course refreshments, coctails, dinner, prizes and live auction. All proceeds benefit the Arts Council. Shot gun start 1pm. $175pp. Reservations required. Dutchess Golf & Country Club, Route 9, Poughkeepsie, NY. 845-454-3222 or www.artsmidhudson.org
THURSDAY 7/23/09 STUDENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Mill Street Loft hosts College Rep from New Hampshire Institute of Art to Summer Art Intensive, at Marist College’s Steel Plant Studio, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. 4:00-7:00 pm. Rep will review students’ portfolios, talk with family, teachers and friends about the school’s programs and admissions procedures. FREE and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
THURSDAY THRU SATURDAY 7/23/09 THRU 7/25/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “Shoe Story,” by Ben Snyder. Directed by Thomas Kail. Shoe Story is an urban fairy tale about love, loss, and the metaphysical significance of a fresh pair of kicks. Thursday & Friday 8pm, Saturday 2pm. $20. Susan Stein Shiva Theater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
FRIDAY 7/24/09 MUSIC
Howland Cultural Center presents The Howland Contemporary Masters Concert Series. Grammy award winning blues legend John Hammond, Jr. inaugurates the Howland Contemporary Masters Concert Series with his return to our grand hall. 8pm. Tickets are $25.00 available at the Center in June. Call 914-474-7758 for ticket locations. www.howlandculturalcenter.org
FRIDAY 7/24/09 DANCE
Pete Redmond & Crazy Feet. Swing! 7:30pm Beg. wkshop. 8:30pm, $15/$10 students Poughkeepsie Tennis Club, Poughkeepsie. HVCD 454-2571 or www.hudsonvalleydance.org
FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/24/09 thru 8/16/09 EXHIBITION
Tivoli Artists Co-Op presents a group show "Far Away Places". Visit the Gallery in Tivoli,NY to take you to places you've never been or have but would love to eScape there again thru an artist's eye! Opening reception July 25th, 2009,60 Broadway. Gallery hours are Friday 5-9,Sat. 1-9, Sun. 1-5 www.tivoliartistsco-op.com
FRIDAY THRU MONDAY 7/24/09 THRU 7/27/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “The Taming of the Shrew” by William Shakespeare. Directed by Brian McManamon. See if Petruchio really subdues the obdurate Katharina and can anything but fireworks ensue in this comedy about love and relationships. 6pm. Free .Outdoor Amphitheater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
SATURDAY, 7/25/2009 and 8/1/2009 THEATER
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents “Rip Van Winkle,” no one will be caught napping as Washington Irving’s supernatural tale comes to life in this comedy that combines faithfulness to the original text with humor, hilarious dialogue and fascinating characters. Performed by Kids on Stage, The CENTER’s summer theater workshop program. 11 a.m., 661 Route 308, Rhinebeck. Directed by Diana DiGrandi. Tickets are $9/$7 in advance or $8/$6 at the door. 845-876-3080. www.centerforperformingarts.org
SATURDAY 7/25/09 MUSIC
Pine Hill Community Center presents Upstage NY Community Coffeehouse. James Krueger will lead a circle of three other musical acts as they trade off songs in an intimate, unplugged format. Enjoy the ambiance of a candlelit table while you enjoy hot coffee, tea, cider and various desserts. 7 PM; $5. All proceeds benefit the Community Center's on-going programs. 287 Main Street, Pine Hill, NY. 845.254.5469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org
SATURDAY 7/25/09 MUSIC
School of Fine & Performing Arts at SUNY New Paltz presents Anthony Newman Recital featuring Handel, Newman, Bach, and Couperin. 8 p.m. $27 adult, $22 senior/student/staff. McKenna Theatre. 845-257-3880, or www.newpaltz.edu/piano
SATURDAY, 7/25/09 EVENT
The Olana Partnership presents its 7th Annual Summer Party: China, The Land of Dragons and Emperors. The festivities will include artfully prepared Chinese cuisine, an authentic Chinese dance/art performance, exotic cocktails, a late-night dance party and more. Olana State Historic Site, 5720 Rt 9G, Hudson, NY. 7-11pm; $65 members, $85 non-members; sponsorship opportunities available. (518) 828-1872; www.olana.org
SUNDAY 7/26/09 EXHIBITION
UCCC Student Art, free to the public at the ArtsWAVE Center (12 Market St, Ellenville, NY). Curator, Sarah MacEachen, has assembled fellow Ulster County Community College student artists to exhibit collectively. Individual students will exhibit their works on following Sundays. Artists include Alison Czinkota, Stephen Protoss, Nickole Bennett, Romaine Simon and Eileen Shea. 11am-2pm, Information: 845 705 3953
THURSDAY THRU SUNDAY 7/30/09 THRU 8/2/09 READINGS
Powerhouse Theater presents Readings Festival 2. Including works by Andrew Dolan (That Good Night), Beth Henley (The Jacksonian), Dan Moran (Soul Cake), John Patrick Shanley (Pirate), and Regina Taylor (Rain). Thurs. & Fri. 8pm, Sat. 8pm, Sun. 5pm. Free. Susan Stein Shiva Theater. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
FRIDAYS, 7/31/09 & 8/7/09 THEATER
Arts Society of Kingston presents its Playwrights Lab's 2009 Shorts Festival. Two programs of original short works. 8pm. A donation will be requested at the door. The Playwrights Lab meets weekly, on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM; new members welcome. 97 Broadway, Kingston, NY. (845) 338-0331 or www.askforarts.org.
FRIDAY 7/31/09 MUSIC
School of Fine & Performing Arts at SUNY New Paltz presents Symphony Gala with the Hudson Valley Philharmonic. The 2009 PianoSummer Festival concludes with the Hudson Valley Philharmonic, conducted by Vladimir Feltsman, and a solo performance by the 2009 Jacob Flier International Piano Competition winner. 8 p.m. $37 adult, $32 senior/student/staff. McKenna Theatre. 845-257-3880, or www.newpaltz.edu/piano
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 7/31/09 & 8/1/09 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “Tina Girlstar” Book by Anton Dudley. Lyrics by Charlie Sohne. Music by Brian Feinstein. A biting black comedy about an aging record producer who decides her swan song will be to create the ultimate pop princess, literally piece by piece. Tina Girlstar is a hilarious satire of the contemporary music industry. 8pm. Tickets $25. Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
Wednesday, July 31 through Wednesday, August 5 OPERA
Bard SummerScape: Opera. Les Huguenots. Music by Giacomo Meyerbeer, libretto by Eugene Scribe and Emile Deschamps. Staged by Thaddeus Strassberger in collaboration with Eugenio Recuenco. Majestic opera at its purest, featuring a 50-member chorus. American Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Leon Botstein. Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets $25, 55, 75. 845-758-7900 or www.fishercenter.bard.edu.
August 2009
SATUDAY 8/1/08 THEATER
Powerhouse Theater Presents “Hello! My Baby.” Book and new lyrics by Cheri Steinkellner. New music and arrangements by Jeff Rizzo. 5pm.Free. Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY (845) 437-5599 or http://powerhouse.vassar.edu
SUNDAY 8/2/09 MUSIC
Vassar College presents An Afternoon of Soft Summer Jazz, featuring pianist Brian Mann, with guest artists including jazz violinist Iain Mann. 3pm. Skinner Hall of Music. Vassar College, 124 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 845-437-5900.
TUESDAY 8/4/09 EXHIBITION
Mill Street Loft’s PASWORD & PROJECT AWARE Alumnae (Girls Empowerment Programs) present an exhibition and performance. 5:30-8:30 pm at Howland Cultural Center, Beacon, NY. Free and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
WEDNESDAY 8/5/09 STUDENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Mill Street Loft hosts College Rep from California College of the Arts to Summer Art Intensive, at Marist College’s Steel Plant Studio, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. 4:00-7:00 pm. Rep will review students’ portfolios, talk with family, teachers and friends about the school’s programs and admissions procedures. FREE and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
THURSDAY 8/6/09 STUDENT PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Mill Street Loft hosts College Rep from Maryland Institute College of Art to Summer Art Intensive, at Marist College’s Steel Plant Studio, Route 9, Poughkeepsie. 4:00-7:00 pm. Rep will review students’ portfolios, talk with family, teachers and friends about the school’s programs and admissions procedures. FREE and open to the public. For information visit: www.millstreetloft.org, email: info@millstreetloft.org or call 845-471-7477.
Sunday, August 9 MUSIC
Bard SummerScape: Music. Saint Paul. Music by Felix Mendelssohn, libretto by Pastor Julius Schubring. Sosnoff Theater, Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets $25, 40, 55. 845-758-7900 or www.fishercenter.bard.edu.
SELECTED DATES THROUGH 8/10/09 DANCE HISTORY LECTURE SERIES
Kaatsbaan International Dance Center will present Dance History Lecture Series in conjunction with the Pre-Professional Extreme Ballet Summer Program. The series is a collaboration between Kaatsbaan and Historic Dance Theatre’s “Dialogues in Dance,” a series of lectures with performances and discussions. The lecture series is designed and sponsored by Victoria Phillips Geduld of Historic Dance Theatre. Free and open to the public. Donations accepted. Reservations are not required. Studio Theatre.6:15-7:45 PM. 120 Broadway, Tivoli, NY. Call for schedule 845-757-5106 or www.kaatsbaan.org
THURSDAY THRU SUNDAY, 8/14/2009 thru 8/30/2009 THEATRE
The Center for Performing Arts in Rhinebeck and Up In One Productions presents Disney’s High School Musical. Thurs. through Sat. 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are $22 adults and $20 seniors and children (under 12 years old). Advance reservations are recommended at (845) 876-3080 or online at www.centerforperformingarts.org
Friday, August 14 through Sunday, August 16; Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23 MUSIC
20th Annual Bard Music Festival “Richard Wagner and His World.” Orchestral and chamber concerts, preconcert talks, panel discussions, symposia, and special events. Leon Botstein, Christopher H. Gibbs, and Robert Martin, artistic directors. Presented by the Bard Music Festival and Bard SummerScape. Admission charged. 845-758-7900, bmf@bard.edu, www.fishercenter.bard.edu/bmf.
SATURDAY, 8/22/09 MUSIC
Howland Cultural Center presents The Howland Contemporary Masters Concert Series. Jazz legend and composer Marilyn Crispell will perform her intricately lyrical compositions in her only Hudson Valley performance in the Grand Hall. 8pm. Tickets: $25.00 available at the Center. Call 845-566-4425 or 914-474-7758 for tickets or other ticket locations. Limited seating. www.howlandculturalcenter.org or www.marilyncrispell.com
MONDAY 8/25/09 MUSIC
Pine Hill Community Center presents Upstage NY Community Coffeehouse - Special Post Summersongs Celebration! Join campers from the Summersongs Songwriters' Camp held twice per year at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge as they share their songs and stories (www.summersongs.com). 7 PM; $5. All proceeds benefit the Community Center's on-going programs. . 845.254.5469 or www.pinehillcommunitycenter.org
September 2009
SUNDAY, 9/13/09 EVENT
Community Foundation of Dutchess County presents the 2009 Garden Party will honor Ira and Dana Effron, and Bernard and Shirley Handel. This tented and catered fundraising event is presented to recognize these local couples for their community service, while demonstrating the work of the Community Foundation in our area. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Individual tickets are $125; sponsorships available; RSVP required. Blithewood Lawn at Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson.. For info call 845-452-3077 x15 or visit www.cfdcny.org.
THURSDAY, 9/17/2009 MUSIC
Howland Cultural Center presents Madera Vox, celebrating the release of their self-titled debut CD, recorded at the Howland Cultural Center. 7:30pm. $15 for regular admission, $12 for members and Seniors. Children under 12 are free. Tickets are available at the door. Wine and light refreshments will be served before the performance and during a post-performance reception with the artists. Main Street, Beacon, NY. For more information call (845) 831-4988 or go to www.howlandculturalcenter.org
SATURDAY & SAUNDAY 9/19/09 & 9/20/09 EXHIBITION
Cinema Ballyhoo - Ray Faiola displays a collection of posters, stills, lobby cards and pressbooks as evidence of the way motion pictures were marketed in the so-called "golden age of movies". In addition to the printed memorabilia, there will be continuous reels of vintage movie trailers. 11am-4pm. Free to the public at the ArtsWAVE Center (12 Market Street, Ellenville, NY 12428) Information: ray@chelsearialtostudios.com
THURSDAY 9/24/09 EVENT
Mill Street Loft presents an opening reception for “River” a uniquely created mural by Long Reach Artists inspired by the Hudson River. Talk and book signing by Frances Dunwell, author of “The Hudson: America’s River.” 5:00-8:00 pm at Mill Street Loft Gallery, 45 Pershing Avenue. 845-471-7477 or www.millstreetloft.org
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, 9/25/09 & 9/26/09; 10/2/09 & 10/4/09 THEATER
Arts Society of Kingston presents Turbulent Voyage - A Domestic Retelling of Henry Hudson's Epic Explorations, a new play by Paul Cooper. An intimate look at Henry Hudson and his turbulent voyage across the sea and in marriage. Directed by Beverly Brumm and produced by Michael Monasterial. A ticket price will be charged at the door. Fri. & Sat. 8pm; Sun. 3pm. , 97 Broadway, Kingston, NY. (845) 338-0331, www.askforarts.org.
October 2009
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2009
The Village of Tivoli hosts the 9th Annual Tivoli Street Painting Festival. Artists of all ages and skills are invited to chalk their favorite image on "Broadway", Tivoli's main street, from 9am to 5pm. This re-enactment of a four- centuries-old Italian art is free of charge. All artists are provided with oil pastels and an 8 foot square palette of pavement.
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