ABSTRACT ART EXHIBIT FEATURES
23 NEW ENGLAND ARTISTS
at Rocky Neck Art Colony
On Thursday, April 21, 2016, the Rocky Neck Art Colony opens the doors on “Why Abstract: The Art of Imagination” an invitational exhibition of abstract art curated by artist Matt Cegelis of Rockport. Featuring paintings, mixed media, photography and digital art by 23 artists, the exhibition examines why the artists choose abstraction as an expressive practice. Elements of mystery, imagination, discovery and more are also explored in artist statements and public discourse with the artists.
“Why Abstract” is on view April 21–May 30, 2016 at the Cultural Center Gallery at 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester during gallery hours, Thursday-Sunday 12:00-4:00 PM each week. The public is invited to a reception for artists and friends on Saturday, April 23, 4:00-6:00 PM.
Additional public events during the exhibition include two Artist Talks on Sunday, May 1, 3:00-4:00 PM, and Sunday, May 22, 3:00-4:00 PM, and a Closing Celebration with a “Viewer’s Choice” award presentation on Friday, May 27, 4:00-6:00 PM.
April is for Lighthouse Enthusiasts
Cape Ann Museum to host
lighthouse-inspired programs
The Cape Ann Museum is pleased to announce its April 2016 lineup of lighthouse-inspired programming. The poetry of Suellen Wedmore and the newest book by Eric Jay Dolin each revolve around the influencing power of the lighthouse, its keepers, and the Fresnel lens on display at the Museum. Join the Museum for these programs, each of which offer a new take on the popular topic of lighthouses.
Saturday, April 23 at 2:00p.m.
Based on her most recent book of poetry, Mind the Light, writer Suellen Wedmore melds photographs, paintings, music and movement to depict the bravery and intelligence of the little-known heroines of our American past—women lighthouse keepers. Assisting Wedmore will be Juliana McGovern, Barbara Brewer, and others. Following the program, Wedmore will be available to sign copies of her book which is for sale in the Museum Shop. This program is free for CAM members / $10 for non-members (includes Museum admission). Space is limited; reservations required.
Saturday, April 30 at 3:00p.m.
Eric Jay Dolin, the best-selling author of Leviathan, will discuss his most recent book, Brilliant Beacons, which traces the evolution of America’s lighthouse system, highlighting the political, military and technological battles fought to illuminate the nation’s coastlines. The talk will include remarks on the Fresnel lens, the inspiration for the term “brilliant beacon” as their use transformed American lighthouses. Following the program, Dolin will be available to sign copies of his book which is for sale in the Museum Shop.
This program is $15 for CAM members / $20 for non-members (includes Museum admission). Space is limited; reservations required.
For more information email us at info@capeannmuseum.org. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Museum at (978) 283-0455 x10 or online at Eventbrite.
GLOUCESTER CINEMA ARTS SERIES CONTINUES WITH HAMLET
With two successful events completed, the Gloucester Cinema, 74 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA (in collaboration with SPECTICAST Entertainment) continues their Arts Program with the announcement of the exclusive showing of three renowned plays — Hamlet, The Adventures of Pericles and The Taming of the Shrew. All three of these classics were captured in stunning HD live at the Stratford Festival in September 2015.
HAMLET, the first of the Stratford Festival plays will be shown on Sunday, April 24 at 10 a.m. and Thursday, April 28 at 7 p.m. The Stratford Festival, originally dedicated to the works of Williams Shakespeare, has been setting the standard for classical theatre in North America for more than 60 years. These plays are captured using 10 cameras and 128 tracks of sound to create a sensational high-definition, surround-sound experience remaining faithful to the stage version of the production.
HAMLET, Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy has been called the greatest play in the English language and it will hold you spellbound. The film excites and surprises at every turn, with some of the world’s finest classical actors bringing to life the most intense and heart-breaking relationships the stage has ever seen.
For “SAVE THE DATE” purposes the other two plays THE ADVENTURES OF PERICLES will run on Sunday, May 8 at 10 a.m. and Thursday, May 12 at 7 p.m. followed by THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, which will run on Sunday, May 29 at 10 a.m. and Thursday June 2 at 7 p.m.
This is a perfect opportunity for drama students and those who are studying Shakespeare’s works to see them performed on the big screen by some of the finest classical actors. Check out our Gloucester Cinema Face Book site. For additional information or group reservations, please call John Williams, Gloucester Cinema at 781-724-5368.
http://www.specticast.com/stratford
James Eves, owner of Cape Ann Giclée, Fine Art Printing and Gallery, is GMG’s Arts Enthusiast and the Calendar Guy. To submit arts related press releases, photos of arts events or any arts related posts email: james@capeanngiclee.com.
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