The JFJO, the Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey, is a quartet that manages to stretch the colors of modern jazz into a sky-ripping rainbow. They are jazz, electronica and psychedelia in one night.
The JFJO is a also bi-coastal spark on the jam band circuit. They are as well known to earthy twentysomethings as Phish.
Their show at Centenary College's Anderson Auditorium follows their date in New Orleans and precedes shows in Austin and Denton.
"The Tulsa, Okla., combo is as ambitious as ever, playing improvisation-laced music that's equally heady and earthy, a feast for the ears and fuel for the feet."
-SF Chronicle
Admission TBA
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Johnny Bellar dobro show on Sunday, August 15, 7 pm, at 516 Texas St, the NXNWLA music center and museum
Johnny Bellar Dobro Resophonic Guitar Wilkes Acoustic Folk Society Depot
Originally uploaded by Bass Player Keith Hall
Johnny Bellar is a virtuoso performer on resophonic and lap steel guitars, says johnnybellar.com.
Often called a Dobro after the first and most famous manufacturer of this instrument, the resophonic guitar has recently become a pervasive voice in modern recordings of country, rock and popular music. An acoustic instrument invented in the USA in the 1920's and usually played with a metal slide, the resophonic has a mysterious, dark and compelling voice.
Bellar is famous as a Nashville session musician and composer of gorgeous melodies; he is also the 2005 National Resonator Guitar Champion. He is occasionally seen on Nashville Now and the Grand Ole Opry and at "guitar wizard" gatherings in the USA, Australia, and England.
SciPort's annual Spiff-Up will take place from Mon, Aug 23 through Fri, Sept 3; will be open weekend of Aug 28,29 and fully re-open Sat, Sept 4
Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center will be closed Monday, August 23 through Friday, August 27 and Monday, August 30 through Friday, September 3 for its annual Spiff-Up, says Karen Wissing.
The Center will be open Saturday, August 28 and Sunday, August 29.
During Sci-Port’s Annual Spiff-Up, staff will be polishing, repairing and getting each exhibit ready for the new school year.
The Center will be open Saturday, August 28 and Sunday, August 29.
During Sci-Port’s Annual Spiff-Up, staff will be polishing, repairing and getting each exhibit ready for the new school year.
Sunday, August 08, 2010
Hilarious, obscenity-filled outbursts of Winnebago Man were viral and resulted in the documentary of the same name; see it @ RFC August 13 - 15
"A fantastic new documentary is showing in downtown Shreveport at the Robinson Film Center this weekend (August 13-15) only," says Justin Woodman. "The film, "Winnebago Man," is a tale of a man named Jack Rebney who used to make instructional and promotional videos for the Winnebago vehicle brand. While filming these videos in the 1980s, he would flub a line, or miss a mark, sending him into a tirade of obscenties making even the drunkest, saltiest sailor within earshot blush beet-red. It is these outtakes that made Mr. Rebney a legend in the videotape underground world. The internet and the further creation of Youtube sent Rebney's hilarious outbursts into the stratosphere with millions of hits."
"'Winnebago Man," the movie, is about a man, infamous for something he did decades ago, from which he never intended to be infamous. The film is about the search for that man, Mr. Rebney."
"Winnebago Man" is for those that love documentaries, comedies, the outdoors, outdoor vehicles and diatribes more of the sixteen-letter-plus variety. Check out www.winnebagoman.com, to watch the trailer, and don't watch if foul language offends you."
Continues Woodman, "The Robinson Film Center is getting this film the same weekend as hipster cities such as Eugene, Oregon and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and here's the greatest thing, the RFC is getting this film a full seven days before it hits Dallas, and the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin. That's how far we've come in such a short time. Used to be, we had to go to those cities just to see a film like this and now we're getting it first. There are only six showings of this film, this Friday through Sunday. I hope that Shreveport-Bossier will come out and support what Michael Moore calls, "One of the funniest documentaries ever made!" and The Onion gives, "Three Thumbs Up!""
Showtimes at the RFC: Friday- 5:30, Saturday-1:15, 5:15, 9:15, Sunday-3:15, 7:15.
"'Winnebago Man," the movie, is about a man, infamous for something he did decades ago, from which he never intended to be infamous. The film is about the search for that man, Mr. Rebney."
"Winnebago Man" is for those that love documentaries, comedies, the outdoors, outdoor vehicles and diatribes more of the sixteen-letter-plus variety. Check out www.winnebagoman.com, to watch the trailer, and don't watch if foul language offends you."
Continues Woodman, "The Robinson Film Center is getting this film the same weekend as hipster cities such as Eugene, Oregon and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and here's the greatest thing, the RFC is getting this film a full seven days before it hits Dallas, and the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin. That's how far we've come in such a short time. Used to be, we had to go to those cities just to see a film like this and now we're getting it first. There are only six showings of this film, this Friday through Sunday. I hope that Shreveport-Bossier will come out and support what Michael Moore calls, "One of the funniest documentaries ever made!" and The Onion gives, "Three Thumbs Up!""
Showtimes at the RFC: Friday- 5:30, Saturday-1:15, 5:15, 9:15, Sunday-3:15, 7:15.
Neo Burlesque/Vaudeville Fundraiser for NXNWLA Music Foundation Sunday, August 22
Choreographers Courtney Young, Wanetah Walmsley, Shreveport / photo Dan Garner
Originally uploaded by trudeau
Sunday, August 22
A rousing tribute to Fanny Hill featuring dance sequences, musical numbers, comedic routines, and more, says Dan Garner.
Coordinated by Wanetah Walmsley and Courtney Shay Young in association with WC Choreography and the NXNWLA Music Foundation.
In addition to this show, the two performer/directors for WC Choreography are starting a Burlesque dance troupe, "Bon Temps Burlesque," for the Shreveport area, to be featured as frequent in-house performers for the NXNWLA Music Foundation.
For more information about the show or upcoming auditions, email:
tributeburlesque@gmail.com
Beginning Burlesque lessons at 516 Texas St on Tuesdays, 6 to 7 pm, says dancer Wanetah Walmsley
Dancer / actress Wanetah Walmsley says, "Ladies, always wanted to try burlesque, but don't know where to start? Courtney Shay Young will be teaching Beginning Burlesque at NXNWLA, 516 Texas St., on Tuesdays from 6-7 pm!
Classes are $10!! Bring your heels,water, comfortable clothing (that makes ya feel good :), and a positive attitude!
Bomp-chica-wow-wooow!
and Hip hop classes are coming soon!"
Classes are $10!! Bring your heels,water, comfortable clothing (that makes ya feel good :), and a positive attitude!
Bomp-chica-wow-wooow!
and Hip hop classes are coming soon!"
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
Mark Stuart & Stacey Earle at Fairfield Studios on Sunday, August 15, 7 pm
Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart long ago established themselves as one of the finest engaging pairings in the folk country world, says one music writer, with Earle's elegant, fluid and deeply-rooted guitar work combined with Stuart's knack for supplying the perfect touch. Theirs is a creative intertwining which creates an amazing chemistry and brings their songs to life. www.staceyandmark.com
"Both talented songwriters and performers ... Imagination and emotion, along with humor, are key elements of their songs." - Dirty Linen
"Join us for an evening of live acoustic music in a smoke-free, hassle-free setting at Fairfield Studios," says Jim Huckabay.
Sun, Aug 15, 7 pm; Fairfield Studios, Fairfield & Jordan.
$15. Cash at the door (no credit cards, please).
Reservations recommended: reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 219-7688.
"Both talented songwriters and performers ... Imagination and emotion, along with humor, are key elements of their songs." - Dirty Linen
"Join us for an evening of live acoustic music in a smoke-free, hassle-free setting at Fairfield Studios," says Jim Huckabay.
Sun, Aug 15, 7 pm; Fairfield Studios, Fairfield & Jordan.
$15. Cash at the door (no credit cards, please).
Reservations recommended: reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 219-7688.
Japanese fans listening to vinyl of the first album by Shreveport's jazzy A Train, circa 1979
A Train's first album, called "A Train," originally released in July 1979, will be reIssued in Tokyo by Think! Records, says Bruce Flett. "They're coming out with the album in CD format and a 7" vinyl Record of "Baby Please" and "Trip on Your Lip".
From Think! Records Yoco Mori: "This album contains so many musical elements such as rock, jazz, latin, etc. And it is perfectly well-balanced as 'one album'. Vinyl version of this album is so rare and highly admired by collectors nowadays."
The album will be on sale only in Japan.
Says Flett: "A Train's first LP was for sale several years ago in a specialty vinyl record store in Tokyo. Local club DJs started playing the song "Baby Please" (written by David Egan) from this LP. It has become a cult "hit" in the Underground Dance Clubs of Tokyo."
The original A Train lineup did not include singer Miki Honeycutt. The group was John Howe on lead vocals/saxes/flute/songwriting, Chris McCaa (aka Professor Porkchop) on keyboards/songwriting/vocals,
Buddy Flett on guitars and lead vocal on "Bend Over Baby," Bruce Flett on bass/vocals, Alan Tooraen on drums and the late Michael Johnson on congas and percussion.
Recorded at Southern Star Studios on Line Avenue in Shreveport, LA 1979. Produced by "A" Train. Originally released on Southern Star records July 1979, Re-released on SOOTO Records 1981.
Song Titles
1. Time Stops (J.Howe, C.McCaa)
2. Bend Over Baby (Buddy Flett)
3. Time Stops ( J.Howe, C.McCaa)
4. Baby Please (David Egan)
5. When I Call Your Name (J.Howe)
6. I Don't Wanna Lose You (Marvin Morrow)
7. When Did You Lose Your Love (David Egan)
8. Color of Your Hair (J. Howe)
9 Puerto Rican Hotel (C. McCaa)
Flett is thinking about ordering a few of his own albums in the new Japanese wrappers.
He points out, "All of the "A" Recordings available on CD at www.CDBaby.com
- A Train Volume 1 1st&2nd albums
- A Train Volume 2 Live at Humpfrees & River of People
plus "Holiday Love" bonus track
From Think! Records Yoco Mori: "This album contains so many musical elements such as rock, jazz, latin, etc. And it is perfectly well-balanced as 'one album'. Vinyl version of this album is so rare and highly admired by collectors nowadays."
The album will be on sale only in Japan.
Says Flett: "A Train's first LP was for sale several years ago in a specialty vinyl record store in Tokyo. Local club DJs started playing the song "Baby Please" (written by David Egan) from this LP. It has become a cult "hit" in the Underground Dance Clubs of Tokyo."
The original A Train lineup did not include singer Miki Honeycutt. The group was John Howe on lead vocals/saxes/flute/songwriting, Chris McCaa (aka Professor Porkchop) on keyboards/songwriting/vocals,
Buddy Flett on guitars and lead vocal on "Bend Over Baby," Bruce Flett on bass/vocals, Alan Tooraen on drums and the late Michael Johnson on congas and percussion.
Recorded at Southern Star Studios on Line Avenue in Shreveport, LA 1979. Produced by "A" Train. Originally released on Southern Star records July 1979, Re-released on SOOTO Records 1981.
Song Titles
1. Time Stops (J.Howe, C.McCaa)
2. Bend Over Baby (Buddy Flett)
3. Time Stops ( J.Howe, C.McCaa)
4. Baby Please (David Egan)
5. When I Call Your Name (J.Howe)
6. I Don't Wanna Lose You (Marvin Morrow)
7. When Did You Lose Your Love (David Egan)
8. Color of Your Hair (J. Howe)
9 Puerto Rican Hotel (C. McCaa)
Flett is thinking about ordering a few of his own albums in the new Japanese wrappers.
He points out, "All of the "A" Recordings available on CD at www.CDBaby.com
- A Train Volume 1 1st&2nd albums
- A Train Volume 2 Live at Humpfrees & River of People
plus "Holiday Love" bonus track
Sunday, August 01, 2010
One more show before performing at the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh: Caddo Magnet Players present musical Applause on Mon, Aug 2, 6:30 pm, at the CMHS Performing Arts Center
"20 Students from Caddo Magnet High School are leaving on August 3rd to perform in the most prestigious theatre festival in the world in Edinburgh, Scotland," says Magnet's drama director, Patti Reeves.
"Only 26 High Schools in the United States were invited to perform in the Fringe Festival this year. Caddo Magnet Players was one of those groups. Caddo Magnet Players will be the first high school from Louisiana to perform at the Fringe."
"Come give them a great send-off and enjoy a wonderful musical theatre show. Admission is free; donations are welcome."
"Only 26 High Schools in the United States were invited to perform in the Fringe Festival this year. Caddo Magnet Players was one of those groups. Caddo Magnet Players will be the first high school from Louisiana to perform at the Fringe."
"Come give them a great send-off and enjoy a wonderful musical theatre show. Admission is free; donations are welcome."
Zhailon Levingston, Seth Taylor lead Shreveport Little Theater Academy production of Les Miserables; see final production Sun, Aug 1, at 2 pm
Shreveport Little Theater Academy: Michelle Khare, Jonathan Weber, Madeline Hiers, Seth Taylor
Originally uploaded by trudeau
This School Edition of Les Miz was more satisfying than a touted traveling show I'd seen because of the clarity in its storytelling.
Zhailon Levingston, a student at Capt Shreve, and Seth Taylor, a Centenary College student, were masterly in the roles of Javert and Valjean. Singing with terrific range, they brought passion and intelligence to each scene.
Director Jared Watson produced a glamorous evening of historic romance. The lighting by Watson and David White used hue, scrim, smoke and dramatic angles to grand effect.
Laura Beeman's choreography - the chorus going from menacing to humorous to sensual - also enhanced the urbane mood of the show.
Still, the students' voices provided the thrills. Marcie Ratcliff and Lindsey Fileccia were most impressive in their ability to mellifluously command the stage. Fileccia was also canny about blending her powerful vocals in duos and trios.
Ridiculously good relief from teary-eyed stress of the story of Valjean and Cossette was provided by Jonathan Weber and Madeline Hiers as the rogues, Monsieur and Madame Thenardier. Weber was the epitome of unctuous criminal intent. Hiers was a comely accomplice.
The music for this Les Miz was well modulated but anonymous. During the show, the head and expressive hands of SLTA music director Adam Philley were seen protruding from the stage slot that tops the orchestra pit. But he was not conducting the small orchestra that has typically been part of an SLTA show. He was directing a keyboard player, Daniel Ley. And Ley was triggering the musical sounds using a program called OrchExtra.
As an advocate and enthusiast for live music in every aspect of American life, you can imagine my disappointment when I realized that this orchestra was composed of a conductor and one musician.
Still, Shreveport Little Theater Academy continues to be a success in both entertainment and education. Managed by Robert Darrow, the growth of the students is aided by capable adults such as Watson, Beeman, White and numerous others, such as vocal coaches William Parsons and Melissa Wise and acting coach Rachael Magill.
The proof of SLTA's effectiveness is on display in one more performance; see the final show Sunday, August 1, at 2 pm. It is a long show - some 2.5 hours - but I can imagine that your attention will be well focused by the earnest and even thrilling student performances.
Pardon me if I again honor the handsome leads and salute the powerful performances provided by Levingston and Taylor. These fellows could be rock stars. But they've chosen to express themselves in musical theater - and the almost full house at MLP on Saturday night appreciated their direction.
Box office: 424 4439
$22 / $10
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Phonetography: recent work by Christopher Alexander goes on view at Columbia Cafe; reception Sun, Aug 1, 5 pm, with music by the Mah Na Mah Nas
Mr Christopher renders in almost all media: graphics, photography, singing, guitars, bandism, production and more.
Stop by Columbia Cafe to see his latest at 5 pm on Sun, Aug 1, says
the whythehellnot guy.
Stop by Columbia Cafe to see his latest at 5 pm on Sun, Aug 1, says
the whythehellnot guy.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Saturday markets continue through Sept 4 @ Shreveport Farmer's Market in Festival Plaza
Shreveport Farmers' Market Saturday Markets continue through September 4," says Noma Fowler-Sandlin.
Ann there's more. She adds, "and mark your calendars, too -- The Fall Market begins October 23 and runs for five weeks."
Sat markets are 7:00 am - 12:00 pm. Tues markets have run their course.
See more updates.
Ann there's more. She adds, "and mark your calendars, too -- The Fall Market begins October 23 and runs for five weeks."
Sat markets are 7:00 am - 12:00 pm. Tues markets have run their course.
See more updates.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Chris Brown presents Songs About Shreveport at 516 Texas St, the NXNWLA Music Foundation, at noon on Fri, August 6
Centenary College Archivist and KSCL DJ, Chris Brown hosts Songs About Shreveport (1929-1980) on Friday, August 6, from Noon - 1pm, says Dan Garner .
This brown bag lunch lecture and multimedia presentation focuses on
Shreveport songs and the musicians who created them.
The event is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the North By NorthWest Louisiana Music Foundation and takes place at 516 Texas Street in downtown Shreveport.
Brown's eclectic weekly radio music show is called "Romp and Stomp" and airs Tuesdays at 8 pm on KSCL, 91.3 fm.
This brown bag lunch lecture and multimedia presentation focuses on
Shreveport songs and the musicians who created them.
The event is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the North By NorthWest Louisiana Music Foundation and takes place at 516 Texas Street in downtown Shreveport.
Brown's eclectic weekly radio music show is called "Romp and Stomp" and airs Tuesdays at 8 pm on KSCL, 91.3 fm.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
In East Bank Theater's "Pageant," six beauty queens (all played by men) are pitted against each other; performances Aug 20 - 28
In the production "Pageant," six beauty queens (all played by men) are pitted against each other in an extravaganza of evening gowns, bathing suits and not-to-be-missed talent, says Monica Moltz.
The winner will be picked by the audience so every night a new winner can be crowned.
The shows will be August 20,21,27,28, starting at 8 PM. There will be a cash bar available each night of the show.
Tickets are on sale and are $15 for adults, and $10 for senior...s/students. Be sure to call as soon as tickets go on sale to ensure you get to see this amazing production that will have you laughing so hard you may pee your pants.
Directed by Shane Whitehead
To Reserve Tickets call 318-741-8310 starting July 26th.
Official After Party Will be at the Korner Lounge after each performance!
**Extra performances may be added if the first 4 shows sell out**
East Bank Theater at Bossier Arts Council
630 Barksdale Blvd
Bossier City, LA
The winner will be picked by the audience so every night a new winner can be crowned.
The shows will be August 20,21,27,28, starting at 8 PM. There will be a cash bar available each night of the show.
Tickets are on sale and are $15 for adults, and $10 for senior...s/students. Be sure to call as soon as tickets go on sale to ensure you get to see this amazing production that will have you laughing so hard you may pee your pants.
Directed by Shane Whitehead
To Reserve Tickets call 318-741-8310 starting July 26th.
Official After Party Will be at the Korner Lounge after each performance!
**Extra performances may be added if the first 4 shows sell out**
East Bank Theater at Bossier Arts Council
630 Barksdale Blvd
Bossier City, LA
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Apply to LDOA for Internet for Artists Weekend Workshop in Baton Rouge, Sept 24- 26
Louisiana Division of the Arts will present a Professional Development Weekend Retreat at the Shaw Center for the Arts in Baton Rouge Fri, Sept 24 – Sun, Sept 26, 2010.
It is an Internet for Artists Workshop: Using the internet to build community, promote your work and increase administrative effectiveness, says Vickie Marshall.
Established and emerging artists in all disciplines are eligible to submit an application. Twenty-four artists will be selected.
Artists who live outside of Baton Rouge that are selected to participate will be given a $100 stipend to help with costs of travel and lodging. Your participation fees for the workshop will be covered. Meals for all participating artists will be provided.
Submission requirements include an artist statement (that discusses your primary motivation for creating your work and your passion for your artistic discipline), a career impact statement (what do you see as the central challenges to your career now and how do you think this program will advance your work?), a resume, and a sample of work.
See http://www.crt.state.la.us/arts/ccinternet.aspx for the application form and instructions.
It is an Internet for Artists Workshop: Using the internet to build community, promote your work and increase administrative effectiveness, says Vickie Marshall.
Established and emerging artists in all disciplines are eligible to submit an application. Twenty-four artists will be selected.
Artists who live outside of Baton Rouge that are selected to participate will be given a $100 stipend to help with costs of travel and lodging. Your participation fees for the workshop will be covered. Meals for all participating artists will be provided.
Submission requirements include an artist statement (that discusses your primary motivation for creating your work and your passion for your artistic discipline), a career impact statement (what do you see as the central challenges to your career now and how do you think this program will advance your work?), a resume, and a sample of work.
See http://www.crt.state.la.us/arts/ccinternet.aspx for the application form and instructions.
North Louisiana specific: Bossier Arts Council call to photographers for Jan, 2011, exhibit
The North Louisiana Through a Lens photo show allows three submissions per artist, says Jennifer Robison, at $25. Entries are free to Bossier Arts Council members.
Deadline Dec 30.
Bossierarts.org
318 741 8310
Deadline Dec 30.
Bossierarts.org
318 741 8310
Monday, July 26, 2010
All You Need is Love call to artists from Bossier Arts Council; deadline December 20
Bossier Arts Council asks artists for "art with an emotional edge" for a February exhibit.
See more at Bossierarts.org
See more at Bossierarts.org
Call to Shreveport / Highland artists from Noel Community Arts Program; deadline August 7 for submission of 5 original works
Highland-related artists are encouraged to submit digital samples of at least 5 original works for the consideration of jurors in a show to be called Salon de Shreveport, says Debbie Engle.
Exhibit dates for Salon de Shreveport are Aug 27 - 29.
See more at NoelUMC.org/NCAP
Exhibit dates for Salon de Shreveport are Aug 27 - 29.
See more at NoelUMC.org/NCAP
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
Inquiry and point of view from WWII to Watergate to Afghanistan: newsman Daniel Schorr has died at age 93
Dan Rather, Marvin Kalb, Bob Schieffer, Daniel Schorr at National Press Club
Originally uploaded by Michael Foley Photography
Shreveport Symphony Orchestra returns from limbo; musicians and board agree on a 2-year contract that preserves the core of full-time players
Shreveport Symphony Orchestra manager Leah Escude, board president Virginia Shehee, musician Rick Rowell, board member Dick Bremer and music director Michael Butterman were among those who maneuvered the once-warring SSO board and players to a compromise that yielded a 2-year contract, says Escude.
In the agreement musicians took a severe pay cut but managed to ward off the board's wish to cut the core players. The 23 musicians of the core are full-time and allow the orchestra to perform in schools and for the opera and ballet.
Michael Butterman will continue as music director, also taking a pay cut, said Escude.
The two seasons ahead will feature 5 concerts each.
Thus the orchestra, an institution that has died in many, many cities, has survived. It will resume a life in Shreveport-Bossier that began in 1948. Those who may look askance at the saving of a distinctly anachronistic institution might be reminded that 3 concerts were performed under a temporary agreement last season. And they were sell-outs.
No one is expecting business as usual from the SSO. Creative partnerships with dance troupes, pop musicians and even acrobats (Cirque du Symphonie packed the house last season) will be the order of the new day.
Fund raising will be an enormous challenge. The orchestra must raise more than two-thirds of its operating budget each season from sources other than ticket revenue, says Escude.
On the easy side, Shreveport-Bossier will retain a terrific group of musicians who constitute an excellent music faculty. The recruitment of the professional class by the medical center and other education-intensive institutions will be enhanced. There's also a possibility, too, that a pops-minded orchestra will broaden the audience base.
The first concert is scheduled for Sat, Nov 13. Hope to see you there.
In the agreement musicians took a severe pay cut but managed to ward off the board's wish to cut the core players. The 23 musicians of the core are full-time and allow the orchestra to perform in schools and for the opera and ballet.
Michael Butterman will continue as music director, also taking a pay cut, said Escude.
The two seasons ahead will feature 5 concerts each.
Thus the orchestra, an institution that has died in many, many cities, has survived. It will resume a life in Shreveport-Bossier that began in 1948. Those who may look askance at the saving of a distinctly anachronistic institution might be reminded that 3 concerts were performed under a temporary agreement last season. And they were sell-outs.
No one is expecting business as usual from the SSO. Creative partnerships with dance troupes, pop musicians and even acrobats (Cirque du Symphonie packed the house last season) will be the order of the new day.
Fund raising will be an enormous challenge. The orchestra must raise more than two-thirds of its operating budget each season from sources other than ticket revenue, says Escude.
On the easy side, Shreveport-Bossier will retain a terrific group of musicians who constitute an excellent music faculty. The recruitment of the professional class by the medical center and other education-intensive institutions will be enhanced. There's also a possibility, too, that a pops-minded orchestra will broaden the audience base.
The first concert is scheduled for Sat, Nov 13. Hope to see you there.
Shreveport Community Drum Circle and Shreveport Hoop Group meet at Riverview Fountains in impromptu, informal session 7 pm to 9 pm Fri, July 23
Shreveport Community Drum Circle and Shreveport Hoop Group, says Katie Rubben on Facebook, will meet at Riverview Fountains in an impromptu, informal session 7 pm to 9 pm Fri, July 23.
It's an all ages gathering and open to photographers, those who'd like to try hooping or hand drumming and those who simply want to enjoy the riverfront.
It's an all ages gathering and open to photographers, those who'd like to try hooping or hand drumming and those who simply want to enjoy the riverfront.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Lackadaisies, Porcelain Arms and more @ The Collective, 1262 Dalzell St, on Sat, July 24
An all ages venue, The Collective presents indie rock in a former office building under I-49 and harbors young talent through providing rehearsal space.
Says Cameron Goldsmith, "This is a Benefit show to help The Collective keep its doors open & continue to bring good music to the Shreveport-Bossier area. Please invite all your friends, and please come. Its for a great cause!
Things have been going great so far, we hit one little bump in the road & now we're trying to get back on track. Help us get back on our feet & we will be golden from here on out- we don't ask for much but please come out to this show. We promi...se if you help us make it through this rough month we wil give you multiple free shows in august & september & will continue to bring some amazing bands & we will never ask for your help again."
$10 min. donation (feel free to give what you want)
The Lackadaisies
Porcelain Arms (will be playing a special instrumental set)
Only A Few
if you would like to help in any way, please let us know!
Poster design Cameron Goldsmith.
Says Cameron Goldsmith, "This is a Benefit show to help The Collective keep its doors open & continue to bring good music to the Shreveport-Bossier area. Please invite all your friends, and please come. Its for a great cause!
Things have been going great so far, we hit one little bump in the road & now we're trying to get back on track. Help us get back on our feet & we will be golden from here on out- we don't ask for much but please come out to this show. We promi...se if you help us make it through this rough month we wil give you multiple free shows in august & september & will continue to bring some amazing bands & we will never ask for your help again."
$10 min. donation (feel free to give what you want)
The Lackadaisies
Porcelain Arms (will be playing a special instrumental set)
Only A Few
if you would like to help in any way, please let us know!
Poster design Cameron Goldsmith.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Atmospheres from As We March Towards the Sea @ RFC on Fri, July 23, 9:30 pm, Sat, July 24 at 3 pm
Listening to the Shreveport-based group As We March Towards the Sea evokes the vibe of Pink Floyd, Tortoise, Miles Davis, King Crimson and other adventurers in the sonic aestherium.
The young quartet will perform a soundtrack to the silent movie Faust (1926) on Fri, July 23, at Robinson Film Center. There is an additional performance on Sat, July 24, at 3 pm.
"Tune in to Red River Radio Thursday, July 22, at 10:01. We will be talking about the performance coming up that week end and stuff. Come out for Faust that weekend at the Robinson," says the group on Facebook.
Seems to us a very urbane moment in the mid-summer doldrums. RFC proves itself available to local talent and to a bit of adventure. They stand to help AWMTTS make new friends and perhaps up the level of art music consciousness here.
The young quartet will perform a soundtrack to the silent movie Faust (1926) on Fri, July 23, at Robinson Film Center. There is an additional performance on Sat, July 24, at 3 pm.
"Tune in to Red River Radio Thursday, July 22, at 10:01. We will be talking about the performance coming up that week end and stuff. Come out for Faust that weekend at the Robinson," says the group on Facebook.
Seems to us a very urbane moment in the mid-summer doldrums. RFC proves itself available to local talent and to a bit of adventure. They stand to help AWMTTS make new friends and perhaps up the level of art music consciousness here.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Seth Taylor, Zhailon Levingston, Michelle Khare in Shreveport Little Theater Academy student version of Les Miz @ MLP on July 22 - Aug 1
Les Miserables: School Edition, produced by Shreveport Little Theatre & Academy, opens Thurs, July 22, and continues on July 23, 24, 30, & 31 @ 7:30pm, as well as July 25 and Aug 1 @ 2 p.m.
SLT Resident Director Jared Watson is directing, says Robert Darrow, with musical staging and fight choreography by Laura Beeman, and musical direction by Adam Philley.
In addition, the creative team includes William Parsons and Missy Wise, vocal coaches; Emily Kitchens, stage manager; Jared Watson, Mike Jarret, and Phillip Cole, set design; Andrew Bruce/Autograph, sound design; David White, lighting design; and costumes generously supplied by the Goodspeed Opera House in Connecticut.
2010-11 Academy Members- Susan Alexander, Laura Beaird, Nya-Simone Caldwell, Lauren Carey, Madison Edwards, Lindsey Fileccia, Kaelon Gerard, Rachel Harris, Andrew Hawkins, Mia Hester, Madeline Hiers, Guy Hyman, Michelle Khare, Zhailon Levingston, Meredith Oden, Abigail Perez, Madison Pugh, Wallace Rakoczy, Marcie Ratcliff, Sarah Reppond, Aliyah Rivers, Brooks Robinson, Paul Savage, Clare Shelburne, Seth Taylor, Jonathon Weber, Chris White, and Gentry Williams.
Tickets: $22.00
Box Office: 300 Ockley Dr. Mon.-Fri. from noon to 4 p.m. (318) 424-4439
SLT Resident Director Jared Watson is directing, says Robert Darrow, with musical staging and fight choreography by Laura Beeman, and musical direction by Adam Philley.
In addition, the creative team includes William Parsons and Missy Wise, vocal coaches; Emily Kitchens, stage manager; Jared Watson, Mike Jarret, and Phillip Cole, set design; Andrew Bruce/Autograph, sound design; David White, lighting design; and costumes generously supplied by the Goodspeed Opera House in Connecticut.
2010-11 Academy Members- Susan Alexander, Laura Beaird, Nya-Simone Caldwell, Lauren Carey, Madison Edwards, Lindsey Fileccia, Kaelon Gerard, Rachel Harris, Andrew Hawkins, Mia Hester, Madeline Hiers, Guy Hyman, Michelle Khare, Zhailon Levingston, Meredith Oden, Abigail Perez, Madison Pugh, Wallace Rakoczy, Marcie Ratcliff, Sarah Reppond, Aliyah Rivers, Brooks Robinson, Paul Savage, Clare Shelburne, Seth Taylor, Jonathon Weber, Chris White, and Gentry Williams.
Tickets: $22.00
Box Office: 300 Ockley Dr. Mon.-Fri. from noon to 4 p.m. (318) 424-4439
Sustainapalooza @ SciPort on Sat, July 24, noon to 4 pm: the latest on being friendly to the planet
Interact with local experts and community partners in areas such as Alternative Energy Sources, Sustainable Gardening, Solar/Wind Energy, Recycling Resources and Green Building Experts, says SciPort. It's Sustainapalooza, made possible by the AEP Foundation,
on Sat, July 24, noon - 4 p.m.
Program highlights:
- We have a cow! Meet a chemical-free, grass-fed Longhorn Steer from WH Longhorn Ranch
- 600 miles to the gallon Shell Eco-Cars from Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science
- Chesapeake's alternative fuel Tahoe
- See the model for the net-zero energy, LEED Platinum National Center for Community Renewal International in downtown Shreveport
- Meet some community gardeners and learn the art of composting
- See a solar panel use the Sun to cool you off
Visitors will also have an opportunity to take part in two new interactive environmental programs developed and led by Sci-Port staff.
Experts and community partners:
Noma Fowler-Sandlin with the Shreveport Farmers' Market,
Raymond Crews, Bruce Phillips and Tim Hansen from The Green Home Advantage,
Grace Peterson from the LSUAg Center,
Angie White of Slow Food North Louisiana,
Ron Shepard with Pratt Recycling,
Dianne Loridans with Community Renewal,
Billy Hummer from Hummer & Son Honey Farm,
Kim Mitchell of Morgan, Hill, Sutton and Mitchell Architects and many more!
Goodwill Industries of North Louisiana will also be at Sci-Port collecting used cell phones for electronic e-cycling.
Event is free with admission to the Center. Sci-Port Members are free, Non-Members are $13 and children ages 3 to 12 are $10.
on Sat, July 24, noon - 4 p.m.
Program highlights:
- We have a cow! Meet a chemical-free, grass-fed Longhorn Steer from WH Longhorn Ranch
- 600 miles to the gallon Shell Eco-Cars from Louisiana Tech's College of Engineering and Science
- Chesapeake's alternative fuel Tahoe
- See the model for the net-zero energy, LEED Platinum National Center for Community Renewal International in downtown Shreveport
- Meet some community gardeners and learn the art of composting
- See a solar panel use the Sun to cool you off
Visitors will also have an opportunity to take part in two new interactive environmental programs developed and led by Sci-Port staff.
Experts and community partners:
Noma Fowler-Sandlin with the Shreveport Farmers' Market,
Raymond Crews, Bruce Phillips and Tim Hansen from The Green Home Advantage,
Grace Peterson from the LSUAg Center,
Angie White of Slow Food North Louisiana,
Ron Shepard with Pratt Recycling,
Dianne Loridans with Community Renewal,
Billy Hummer from Hummer & Son Honey Farm,
Kim Mitchell of Morgan, Hill, Sutton and Mitchell Architects and many more!
Goodwill Industries of North Louisiana will also be at Sci-Port collecting used cell phones for electronic e-cycling.
Event is free with admission to the Center. Sci-Port Members are free, Non-Members are $13 and children ages 3 to 12 are $10.
Pop! and Bubble Rap ending July 27 @ Artspace Shreveport
Get a quick look at the background to the popular Pop! exhibit in the video above.
Video soundtrack by Sasha Sosin. Hear more of his music under the name Action Movie Hero Boy at fairtilizer.com.
Exit Through the Gift Shop @ Robinson Film Center: graffiti, Banksy and the world of street art being aired through Thurs, July 22
Holding a 97% score on RottenTomatoes.com, the Banksy-related film
Exit Through the Gift Shop is "An amusing, engrossing look at underground art; Exit through the Gift Shop entertains as it deflates the myths and hype surrounding its subjects."
The movie is "The story of how an eccentric French shop keeper and amateur film maker attempted to locate and befriend Banksy, only to have the artist turn the camera back on its owner with spectacular results. Billed as 'the world's first street art disaster movie' the film contains exclusive footage of Banksy, Shephard Fairey, Invader and many of the world's most infamous graffiti artists at work."
Exit Through the Gift Shop is "An amusing, engrossing look at underground art; Exit through the Gift Shop entertains as it deflates the myths and hype surrounding its subjects."
The movie is "The story of how an eccentric French shop keeper and amateur film maker attempted to locate and befriend Banksy, only to have the artist turn the camera back on its owner with spectacular results. Billed as 'the world's first street art disaster movie' the film contains exclusive footage of Banksy, Shephard Fairey, Invader and many of the world's most infamous graffiti artists at work."
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Tony Reans' artist talk on Thurs, July 15, in midst of vortex at Artspace, downtown Shreveport
Downtown Shreveport's art emporium, Artspace, is oscillating on Thurs, July 15, says Julia Foley.
TNT Express - Free Trolley tours / notable movie locations
with guide Kathy Melancon, 5 - 8 pm
Unwind Downtown Pub & Culture Crawl, 5 - 9 pm
Life Drawing session, 6:00 pm ($15)
Artist Talk with Tony Reans on "Maximum Mindshare"
in coolspace, 8:15 - 8:45 pm Free
Free Pop! Movie Night: showing of "Bubble Boy," 9 pm
More: http://artspaceShreveport.com
TNT Express - Free Trolley tours / notable movie locations
with guide Kathy Melancon, 5 - 8 pm
Unwind Downtown Pub & Culture Crawl, 5 - 9 pm
Life Drawing session, 6:00 pm ($15)
Artist Talk with Tony Reans on "Maximum Mindshare"
in coolspace, 8:15 - 8:45 pm Free
Free Pop! Movie Night: showing of "Bubble Boy," 9 pm
More: http://artspaceShreveport.com
Wednesday, July 07, 2010
Noids, Big Positive, Dinosaur, Cipher Story at Big D's on Thurs, July 8, beginning at dark
Big D's Bonanza Show, says Susan Garner, features The Noids!, The Big Positive, Don't Forget Your Dinosaur, and Cipher Story (via Chicago), and an open jam on Thurs, July 8, beginng at dark (7:30ish?).
Big D's BBQ (101 N Common St)
"Come check out the new stage and enjoy some BBQ while listening to awesome music," adds Garner. "Bring an instrument if you wanna jam after the bands play."
Photo by Casey Jones.
Big D's BBQ (101 N Common St)
"Come check out the new stage and enjoy some BBQ while listening to awesome music," adds Garner. "Bring an instrument if you wanna jam after the bands play."
Photo by Casey Jones.
Tuesday, July 06, 2010
Dennis O'Bryant art at Longview Museum of Fine Arts; opening on sat, July 10, 7 pm
Margaritas, sangria and Tex Mex goodies accent the opening party at
the Longview Museum of Fine Arts on Sat, July 10, 7 - 9 pm, says Dennis O'Bryant.
O'Bryant, a former Shreveporter who has been based in Marshall, Tx, for some years, says nine artists from the East Texas area are part of the exhibit at the Longview Museum.
"The LMFA is one of the best Contemporary Art Museums this side of Dallas and I am pretty excited to be showing with a couple of my best artist friends from Marshall, Erin Lambers & Curtis Graff," says the sculptor-painter-photographer.
See more at denoart.com.
the Longview Museum of Fine Arts on Sat, July 10, 7 - 9 pm, says Dennis O'Bryant.
O'Bryant, a former Shreveporter who has been based in Marshall, Tx, for some years, says nine artists from the East Texas area are part of the exhibit at the Longview Museum.
"The LMFA is one of the best Contemporary Art Museums this side of Dallas and I am pretty excited to be showing with a couple of my best artist friends from Marshall, Erin Lambers & Curtis Graff," says the sculptor-painter-photographer.
See more at denoart.com.
Pruitt Taylor Vince, Gregory Kallenberg, and Jeffrey Goodman to judge Shreveport-Bossier Screenplay Competition; deadline August 31
Fairfield Studios has launched the Shreveport-Bossier Best Screenplay Competition, says Clint McCommon.
The Shreveport-Bossier Best Screenplay Competition is an effort to showcase the contributions of the movie and entertainment industry in Shreveport-Bossier with a competition to find the best screenplay. It is to be made into a short film produced by Fairfield Studios and directed by Emmy Award Winner Pruitt Taylor Vince. The judging panel will consist of Pruitt Taylor Vince, Gregory Kallenberg, and Jeffrey Goodman.
Contestants will have until August 31st to submit their screenplay to the SBShortFilms.net website. Winner will be picked by a combination of viewer votes and a celebrity judging panel. The main stipulations of the contest are the all contestants must live within the SB area and the screenplay must represent Shreveport-Bossier in a positive manner.
Interested parties should come to the "Meet-Up" being held at Robinson Film Center screening room on Tuesday, July 13 at 6:00 pm, visit sbshortfilms.net or contact Fairfield Studios 318-220-0400.
The Shreveport-Bossier Best Screenplay Competition is an effort to showcase the contributions of the movie and entertainment industry in Shreveport-Bossier with a competition to find the best screenplay. It is to be made into a short film produced by Fairfield Studios and directed by Emmy Award Winner Pruitt Taylor Vince. The judging panel will consist of Pruitt Taylor Vince, Gregory Kallenberg, and Jeffrey Goodman.
Contestants will have until August 31st to submit their screenplay to the SBShortFilms.net website. Winner will be picked by a combination of viewer votes and a celebrity judging panel. The main stipulations of the contest are the all contestants must live within the SB area and the screenplay must represent Shreveport-Bossier in a positive manner.
Interested parties should come to the "Meet-Up" being held at Robinson Film Center screening room on Tuesday, July 13 at 6:00 pm, visit sbshortfilms.net or contact Fairfield Studios 318-220-0400.
Fairfield Studios folk concert Sunday, July 11, 7 pm: singers Ben Jenkins and Amelia Blake
Ben Jenkins is a young singer/songwriter who has recently moved from Shreveport to Nashville, says Jim Huckabay, while Amelia Blake still hangs her hat in nearby Haughton. She is no stranger to local fans of live acoustic music, and is gaining a following for her own material, too.
Fairfield Studios concert, 1510 Fairfield (at Jordan) concert Sunday, July 11, 7 pm.
$15. Cash at the door (no credit cards, please). Reservations recommended for this concert: reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 219-7688
Fairfield Studios concert, 1510 Fairfield (at Jordan) concert Sunday, July 11, 7 pm.
$15. Cash at the door (no credit cards, please). Reservations recommended for this concert: reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 219-7688
Friday, July 02, 2010
Dirty Dozen Brass Band at Saturday in the Square, under the Red River Bridge, 6 pm on Sat, July 3
"20% of the proceeds will be donated to the Americas Wetland Foundation," says Chase Boytim, of his Saturday in the Square event. Concerned concertgoers will be able to meet AWF people at the fest, says Paul Roney.
Featuring the funky butt horns from New Orleans, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, the Red River District party runs from 1 pm to 8 pm.
Keith Horton Project and Tracy Chappell & Friends will provide an afternoon of music prior to the Crescent City classics.
Doors open @ 1 pm, music starts @ 2 pm.
Admission: $10.00
Tickets @ www.frontgatetickets.com
www.americaswetland.com
The Recliners perform at the Tues Shreveport Farmer's Market on July 6, from 3 pm to 6 pm
"Jim and Bob are at it once again!" Says Jim Huckabay. "The Recliners play the Farmers Market downtown this Tuesday. Come on out, relax at the picnic tables, enjoy some homegrown goodies and take more home with you. Hope to see you there, 3 until 6 pm!"
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Monty & Marsha Brown show their musical travel film, Hello, Louisiana, at Robinson Film Center on Sat, July 3, noon
"Our musical travel film, "Hello Louisiana," will be presented at the Robinson Film Center at noon on Saturday, July 3rd," Says Monty Brown. "It's a chance to see what we've been up to during the past ten years while we've been traversing the US, Canada & Europe, making and showing travel films."
"There will be a Cajun buffet catered by Abbie Singer's Bistro to accompany the mouth-watering movie. Dessert — Bread Pudding from the recipe by Baton Rouge celebrity chef Don Bergeron (featured in the film) — will be served at Intermission."
"The film is a warm, impressionistic portrait of Louisiana: blues, folk, festivals, Cajuns & zydeco, cane and cottonfields, accordions and hot sauce, jazz & Mardi Gras, cowboys and outlaws, people you know and people you think you know."
"The food starts serving at 12 noon, the cost is $14: movie with a high class meal. For more details go to our website www.montyandmarsha.com"
"There will be a Cajun buffet catered by Abbie Singer's Bistro to accompany the mouth-watering movie. Dessert — Bread Pudding from the recipe by Baton Rouge celebrity chef Don Bergeron (featured in the film) — will be served at Intermission."
"The film is a warm, impressionistic portrait of Louisiana: blues, folk, festivals, Cajuns & zydeco, cane and cottonfields, accordions and hot sauce, jazz & Mardi Gras, cowboys and outlaws, people you know and people you think you know."
"The food starts serving at 12 noon, the cost is $14: movie with a high class meal. For more details go to our website www.montyandmarsha.com"
Negotiations remain alive between musicians and the board of the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra
Writes symphony musician Rick Rowell on Wed afternoon, "We saw the e-mail and blog info circulating about the SSO. We thought it was important to send the news out to musicians as we received it - before it came from someone else. Due to another turn of events, however, we may not be finished with all of this yet."
"People are still discussing some possibilities, and there is an exec. comm. meeting taking place even as I write this. So encourage those with whom you have contact to withhold judgment and keep their fingers crossed for another day or two."
Dr. Rick Rowell
rickrowell@earthlink.net
"People are still discussing some possibilities, and there is an exec. comm. meeting taking place even as I write this. So encourage those with whom you have contact to withhold judgment and keep their fingers crossed for another day or two."
Dr. Rick Rowell
rickrowell@earthlink.net
Urban fantasy author and LSUS English prof Nicole Peeler signing new book at B & N on Thurs, July 1, 7 pm
Nicole Peeler's new book, Tracking the Tempest, debuts this week and she will be doing a book signing at Barnes and Noble on Youree Drive this Thursday evening at 7 p.m, says Mary Lois White.
She will be joined by another urban fantasy author, Jaye Wells.
Says B&N, "Jane True returns in Tracking the Tempest! Join us in welcoming Nicole Peeler for a release day discussion and signing of the latest in the critically-acclaimed urban fantasy series."
Thursday July 01, 2010 7:00 PM
Bayou Walk, 6646 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105, 318-798-6066
She will be joined by another urban fantasy author, Jaye Wells.
Says B&N, "Jane True returns in Tracking the Tempest! Join us in welcoming Nicole Peeler for a release day discussion and signing of the latest in the critically-acclaimed urban fantasy series."
Thursday July 01, 2010 7:00 PM
Bayou Walk, 6646 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105, 318-798-6066
Evidently, the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra is dead; long live the symphony orchestra
Writes Deborah Scarlatto, a keen observer of the ups and downs of the local orchestra, " Last night the Shreveport Symphony Board voted to close the symphony. I am not privileged to details, but the musicians felt that they were very close to a workable solution."
Scarlatto continues, "I am having a great deal of difficulty grasping the idea that a group of adults would just pull the plug. Personally, I do not think this is a wise move and I hope I do not have to see any Symphony Board members for a long while. I know that I would want to share my feelings with them and I would not be very pleasant. Perhaps we can somehow keep the music and musicians playing through other venues. What a terribly sad day for the culture of this area."
Responding to her news, former SSO president David Lillien offered, "The silver lining is that now that the admin and board are gone, poof, a new organization can be formed."
And in a similar vein, Ky Mason offered, " Throughout this disturbing ordeal for our players and patrons, I have been recalling the events that led to the development of what is now the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. I believe there is much to gain from their experience, and, if I remember correctly, Shirley Trusty Corey had an instrumental hand in those efforts. I recommend we seek her input.
I believe there is much better opportunity of which the new regime can avail and achieve great success and a wonderfully realistic future - one that creatively meets the marketing and membership goals of today's societal interests!
Best of luck to all. There are many on the sidelines who will lend energy and support!"
Scarlatto continues, "I am having a great deal of difficulty grasping the idea that a group of adults would just pull the plug. Personally, I do not think this is a wise move and I hope I do not have to see any Symphony Board members for a long while. I know that I would want to share my feelings with them and I would not be very pleasant. Perhaps we can somehow keep the music and musicians playing through other venues. What a terribly sad day for the culture of this area."
Responding to her news, former SSO president David Lillien offered, "The silver lining is that now that the admin and board are gone, poof, a new organization can be formed."
And in a similar vein, Ky Mason offered, " Throughout this disturbing ordeal for our players and patrons, I have been recalling the events that led to the development of what is now the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. I believe there is much to gain from their experience, and, if I remember correctly, Shirley Trusty Corey had an instrumental hand in those efforts. I recommend we seek her input.
I believe there is much better opportunity of which the new regime can avail and achieve great success and a wonderfully realistic future - one that creatively meets the marketing and membership goals of today's societal interests!
Best of luck to all. There are many on the sidelines who will lend energy and support!"
East Bank Gallery party for painters Emily Ezell and Joshua Chambers on Thurs, July 8, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Emily Ezell is a young artist who is ready to ride her canvasses out of the Deep South. She has been working on her painterlyliness at La Tech and is doing quite nicely with portraits, figure studies and servings of crusty pie.
Connect with her development at her blog, emilyezell. That's where I also peeked into her version of the art world via the links she has listed on the right side of page. Quite a stimulating roll call, Emily.
Joshua Chambers is also a scrambling young artist, getting his first exhibits and teaching jobs after completing studies at La Tech. In fact, based on the informative joshuachambers.com, it is apparent that he loves painting and is working pell mell to find his voice.
When I posted a photo of a painting that he exhibited recently at Meadows Museum there was a positive reaction. In it, a sort of ridiculous fellow on a winged contraption flies in a circle while tethered to the top of an oil derrick located in the desert.
Meet the artists and examine their work at East Bank Gallery in a reception on Thurs, July 8, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Bossier Arts Council
630 Barksdale Blvd
Bossier City, LA 71111
318.741.8310
www.bossierarts.org
Connect with her development at her blog, emilyezell. That's where I also peeked into her version of the art world via the links she has listed on the right side of page. Quite a stimulating roll call, Emily.
Joshua Chambers is also a scrambling young artist, getting his first exhibits and teaching jobs after completing studies at La Tech. In fact, based on the informative joshuachambers.com, it is apparent that he loves painting and is working pell mell to find his voice.
When I posted a photo of a painting that he exhibited recently at Meadows Museum there was a positive reaction. In it, a sort of ridiculous fellow on a winged contraption flies in a circle while tethered to the top of an oil derrick located in the desert.
Meet the artists and examine their work at East Bank Gallery in a reception on Thurs, July 8, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Bossier Arts Council
630 Barksdale Blvd
Bossier City, LA 71111
318.741.8310
www.bossierarts.org
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
The Arts Edge 2-week musical theater program in NYC has scholarships for Aug 9 - 20 program
The Arts Edge, an educational consulting firm, is offering a Broadway-inspired scholarship for Arts Edge Summer, a unique two-week musical theater and college prep boot camp in New York City. Scholarship applicants will be reviewed by top-tier performing arts and education professionals including “Rock of Ages” star Constantine Maroulis and “Memphis” headliner Chad Kimball.
The elite Arts Edge Summer program, offered August 9 through 20, gives aspiring singers, dancers and actors specialized guidance on the admissions process from prestigious performing arts schools while helping students hone their performances.
“We’re thrilled to be able to offer the opportunity for a student to showcase their talents in front of Broadway superstars, while competing for the chance to attend a unique program that combines musical theater with college prep,” said The Arts Edge founder, Halley Shefler.
The Arts Edge Summer program and scholarship are open to high school students who will be sophomores through seniors in fall 2010 and to college transfer students. Applicants must submit a brief application online and a video of themselves performing two short, contrasting and age-appropriate songs from the Broadway repertoire: one ballad and one upbeat selection.
The Arts Edge Summer scholarship, with a value of $1,950, covers the full tuition of the summer program. Students must submit their application and video by July 12, 2010, and scholarship recipients will be announced the week of July 19, 2010. The scholarship does not include accommodations, meals or transportation.
The elite Arts Edge Summer program, offered August 9 through 20, gives aspiring singers, dancers and actors specialized guidance on the admissions process from prestigious performing arts schools while helping students hone their performances.
“We’re thrilled to be able to offer the opportunity for a student to showcase their talents in front of Broadway superstars, while competing for the chance to attend a unique program that combines musical theater with college prep,” said The Arts Edge founder, Halley Shefler.
The Arts Edge Summer program and scholarship are open to high school students who will be sophomores through seniors in fall 2010 and to college transfer students. Applicants must submit a brief application online and a video of themselves performing two short, contrasting and age-appropriate songs from the Broadway repertoire: one ballad and one upbeat selection.
The Arts Edge Summer scholarship, with a value of $1,950, covers the full tuition of the summer program. Students must submit their application and video by July 12, 2010, and scholarship recipients will be announced the week of July 19, 2010. The scholarship does not include accommodations, meals or transportation.
Rooney, Young Veins, Black Gold and The Big Positive @ The Collective, Shreveport, on Sat, July 3
This concert is for fans of the strokes, the beatles, blur, etc, says Cameron Goldsmith of The Collective, 1262 Dalzell St.
Rooney:
-released an album on geffen records
-featured on the OC
-featured on mtv, mtv2, 7 mtvu regularly since 2005.
http://www.myspace.com/rooney
The Young Veins:
-On the bonnaroo 2010 lineup
-Features former members of Panic! at the Disco.
http://www.myspace.com/theyoungveins
Black Gold:
-regularly played on KSCL 91.3 FM Radio
-featured on The CW's One Tree Hill
-erick ronick of panic! at the disco
http://www.myspace.com/blackgold
The Big Positive:
-from shreveport, la.
-features members of park the van records band the peekers, alongside members of the lackadaisies.
http://www.myspace.com/thebigpositive
Hosted @ The Collective.
1262 Dazell st.
Tickets are $15 in adv/$20 @ Doors.
Tickets are cheapest at www.shreveportcollective.ticketleap.com
Rooney:
-released an album on geffen records
-featured on the OC
-featured on mtv, mtv2, 7 mtvu regularly since 2005.
http://www.myspace.com/rooney
The Young Veins:
-On the bonnaroo 2010 lineup
-Features former members of Panic! at the Disco.
http://www.myspace.com/theyoungveins
Black Gold:
-regularly played on KSCL 91.3 FM Radio
-featured on The CW's One Tree Hill
-erick ronick of panic! at the disco
http://www.myspace.com/blackgold
The Big Positive:
-from shreveport, la.
-features members of park the van records band the peekers, alongside members of the lackadaisies.
http://www.myspace.com/thebigpositive
Hosted @ The Collective.
1262 Dazell st.
Tickets are $15 in adv/$20 @ Doors.
Tickets are cheapest at www.shreveportcollective.ticketleap.com
Monday, June 28, 2010
Alan Dyson: "Seeing Heaven"
Stewart Alan Dyson is a designer, visual artist and complete musician. "Seeing Heaven," one of his latest tunes, is built on lyrics written by local poet David Love Lewis. In turn, part of the lyric owes to the late poet George A Burton III, says Lewis.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Life drawing @ Artspace Shreveport: every other Thurs, including July 1, 15 & 29
Artists Joe Bluhm and Adam Volker are the organizers of the current run of downtown life drawing sessions. Held every other Thurs upstairs at Artspace Shreveport, the sessions are "figure study for professionals and students alike."
6 pm to 8:30 pm
$15; bring your own supplies
Libations and snacks available for purchase.
The current schedule lists July 1, 15 and 29. August 6 and 12. September 9 and 23.
710 Tex St
673-6535
6 pm to 8:30 pm
$15; bring your own supplies
Libations and snacks available for purchase.
The current schedule lists July 1, 15 and 29. August 6 and 12. September 9 and 23.
710 Tex St
673-6535
Mon, June 28, 5 pm: Annual Musicians March for AIDS Awareness; entertainment by the Stiff Necked Fools
"This Musicians March for Aids Awareness is in its 3rd year," says Deborah Allen." It's an appeal to young local musicians to become aware of HIV in our community.""There will be a musicians march down Centenary and food to be shared at the Philadelphia Center."
At the site the Stiff Necked Fools will perform. The Fools are basically a reggae band that can rock it and jazz it with fluency. They are easily one of the hottest bands in town.
Monday, June 28, 2010
5:00pm - 9:00pm
At the site the Stiff Necked Fools will perform. The Fools are basically a reggae band that can rock it and jazz it with fluency. They are easily one of the hottest bands in town.
Monday, June 28, 2010
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday, June 25, 2010
Jazz guitarist Brian Nova with trio @ Jayne Maries on Fri, June 25, and Sat, June 26
California jazz artist Brian Nova is performing at Jayne Maries on Cross Lake this weekend, says Jayne Lanza. She adds, "You can read about him at briannova.com. He is an awesome Jazz guitarist. I have him appearing Fri, June 25, and Sat, June 26, with his Trio. Missoni Lanza will also be joining Brian on vocals. It is going to be a special two evenings for all of the Jazz lovers."
"Sunday we have AJ and the Two Tone Blues band for a early evening of Louisiana Blues. AJ and the guys will be performing from 6:00 p.m., to 9:00 p.m. We will be featuring all well drinks, domestic beer and house wine for $1.00, the entire evening along with specials on many of our popular entrees. It will be a fun way to spend a hot summer Sunday evening, inside a nice cool air conditioned restaurant with fabulous views!"
"Sunday we have AJ and the Two Tone Blues band for a early evening of Louisiana Blues. AJ and the guys will be performing from 6:00 p.m., to 9:00 p.m. We will be featuring all well drinks, domestic beer and house wine for $1.00, the entire evening along with specials on many of our popular entrees. It will be a fun way to spend a hot summer Sunday evening, inside a nice cool air conditioned restaurant with fabulous views!"
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Party with the quintessential New Orleans group, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, on Sat, July 3, under the Texas St Bridge
"20% of the proceeds will be donated to the Americas Wetland Foundation," says Chase Boytim, of his Saturday in the Square event. Concerned concertgoers will be able to meet AWF people at the fest, says Paul Roney.
Featuring the funky butt horns from New Orleans, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, the Red River District party runs from 1 pm to 8 pm.
Keith Horton Project and Tracy Chappell & Friends will provide an afternoon of music prior to the Crescent City classics.
Doors open @ 1 pm, music starts @ 2 pm.
Admission: $10.00
Tickets @ www.frontgatetickets.com
www.americaswetland.com
Featuring the funky butt horns from New Orleans, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, the Red River District party runs from 1 pm to 8 pm.
Keith Horton Project and Tracy Chappell & Friends will provide an afternoon of music prior to the Crescent City classics.
Doors open @ 1 pm, music starts @ 2 pm.
Admission: $10.00
Tickets @ www.frontgatetickets.com
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Zack Godshall to produce short movie and lead film production workshop at RFC in August; offers casting call on June 26
The Robinson Film Center will host writer-director Zack Godshall as a filmmaker-in-residence in August, says Alex Kent.
During a 10-day master class with 15 to 20 students, Godshall will produce an original short film called “Calponia” and lead a multi-day workshop on short-film production.
On Saturday, June 26, between 1 and 4 p.m., Godshall will host a casting call at Fairfield Studios, 1510 Fairfield Ave., in Shreveport. For the short film, he is looking to cast the following speaking roles:
• Calponia - Caucasian girl, ages 9-12
• Junifer - Caucasian boy, 9-12
• Lucian - Caucasian man, 60-80
• Gabriel - Caucasian man, 35-60
• Balthazar - Caucasian man, 35-60
The casting call is free and open to anyone who fits the above descriptions. Actors should come prepared to do cold readings and improvisations. Minors who wish to audition must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The short film is a non-union production. Actors and students will not be paid for participating in this nonprofit education residency, but they will receive credit and a copy of the film.
Zack Godshall was recently named the Louisiana Filmmaker of the Year by the New Orleans Film Festival for his new documentary “God’s Architects.” Godshall’s first film, “Low and Behold,” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and won numerous awards at film festivals around the country. He currently lives in Baton Rouge where he is the Screenwriter-In-Residence at LSU.
Godshall’s residency is part of the Robinson Film Center’s media education program. The workshop will be offered at no cost to students, and it will require a 10-day time commitment in early August. More details will be released during the first week of July.
(318) 459-4123
akent@robinsonfilmcenter.org
During a 10-day master class with 15 to 20 students, Godshall will produce an original short film called “Calponia” and lead a multi-day workshop on short-film production.
On Saturday, June 26, between 1 and 4 p.m., Godshall will host a casting call at Fairfield Studios, 1510 Fairfield Ave., in Shreveport. For the short film, he is looking to cast the following speaking roles:
• Calponia - Caucasian girl, ages 9-12
• Junifer - Caucasian boy, 9-12
• Lucian - Caucasian man, 60-80
• Gabriel - Caucasian man, 35-60
• Balthazar - Caucasian man, 35-60
The casting call is free and open to anyone who fits the above descriptions. Actors should come prepared to do cold readings and improvisations. Minors who wish to audition must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The short film is a non-union production. Actors and students will not be paid for participating in this nonprofit education residency, but they will receive credit and a copy of the film.
Zack Godshall was recently named the Louisiana Filmmaker of the Year by the New Orleans Film Festival for his new documentary “God’s Architects.” Godshall’s first film, “Low and Behold,” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and won numerous awards at film festivals around the country. He currently lives in Baton Rouge where he is the Screenwriter-In-Residence at LSU.
Godshall’s residency is part of the Robinson Film Center’s media education program. The workshop will be offered at no cost to students, and it will require a 10-day time commitment in early August. More details will be released during the first week of July.
(318) 459-4123
akent@robinsonfilmcenter.org
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
August actress Sarah Bernhardt looks back in the drama Memoir by River City Rep, July 7 - 11
It’s the seventy-seventh and last summer for Sarah Bernhardt, the most famous and revered actress in history. She’s taken the season
to dictate her memoirs to her loyal manservant, Georges Pitou, writes Patric McWilliams of the current River City Rep production, Memoir.
Memoir stars Rosemary Prinz with Brian Mathis.
Prinz has starred on Broadway, Off-Broadway and across the country in national tours, regional theatres and summer theatres, in more than 300 productions in her long stage career. Mathis is a Dallas-based actor who has appeared in national tours and has performed roles at Casa Manana, Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the Tennessee Repertory Theatre.
Directed by Patric McWilliams.
Opens July 7th at 7:30 pm at Riverview Theater, located downtown on the Shreveport Riverfront across from the Barnwell Center.
Additional performances: July 8th, 9th, 10th at 7:30 pm and July 11th at 3:00 pm.
ALL SEATS $35.00
$10.00 Rush Tickets available to Students and Military with current ID
a half hour prior to curtain (No reservations can be made for rush tickets)
Box office opens July 21.
318-868-5888
Or visit www.rivercityrep.org
to dictate her memoirs to her loyal manservant, Georges Pitou, writes Patric McWilliams of the current River City Rep production, Memoir.
Memoir stars Rosemary Prinz with Brian Mathis.
Prinz has starred on Broadway, Off-Broadway and across the country in national tours, regional theatres and summer theatres, in more than 300 productions in her long stage career. Mathis is a Dallas-based actor who has appeared in national tours and has performed roles at Casa Manana, Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the Tennessee Repertory Theatre.
Directed by Patric McWilliams.
Opens July 7th at 7:30 pm at Riverview Theater, located downtown on the Shreveport Riverfront across from the Barnwell Center.
Additional performances: July 8th, 9th, 10th at 7:30 pm and July 11th at 3:00 pm.
ALL SEATS $35.00
$10.00 Rush Tickets available to Students and Military with current ID
a half hour prior to curtain (No reservations can be made for rush tickets)
Box office opens July 21.
318-868-5888
Or visit www.rivercityrep.org
Monday, June 21, 2010
Artists converge on Central Fire Station to ponder its best use as HQ for SRAC and as an art center for West Edge of Shreveport; tours, meetings on Wed & Th, June 23, 24
Concrete, stucco, ceramic tile, terra cotta, and brick: Central Fire Station, 801 Crocket, was built as an Italian Renaissance center in 1922 of this classic array of materials.
Today it is on the verge of a re-do that will restore former glory, says SRAC's Pam Atchison. The city and the arts organization have settled upon Central Fire Station as the new HQ for Shreveport Regional Arts Council.
Artists have been invited to participate in the review of Central Fire Station on Wed, June 23 at 1:30 pm. They will join Gregory Free, Central Fire Station architect, for a tour of the owl-studded building.
Plans include an emerging artists gallery, “day space” for artists and arts organizations; an arts resource room; and a black box theatre for performances and rehearsals.
Wednesday, June 23 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Performing Artists will meet with Gregory Free to discuss the opportunities and needs within a Black Box Theatre.
On Thursday, June 24 at artspace, there is an additional opportunity, says Atchison, to engage in a conversation about Arts Development.
5:30 pm – 7:15 pm - Following the Roster Artists Meeting on Thursday, June 24 at 5:30 pm @ artspace, Shreveport Regional Arts Council will host a design process to hear your ideas for developing the “Shreveport Commons” area into the expanded West Edge Arts and Cultural District.
There are ideas to be considered for bike trails, green space, an arts market, studio space, artists’ live and work space, and much more.
Info: 673 6500
Today it is on the verge of a re-do that will restore former glory, says SRAC's Pam Atchison. The city and the arts organization have settled upon Central Fire Station as the new HQ for Shreveport Regional Arts Council.
Artists have been invited to participate in the review of Central Fire Station on Wed, June 23 at 1:30 pm. They will join Gregory Free, Central Fire Station architect, for a tour of the owl-studded building.
Plans include an emerging artists gallery, “day space” for artists and arts organizations; an arts resource room; and a black box theatre for performances and rehearsals.
Wednesday, June 23 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Performing Artists will meet with Gregory Free to discuss the opportunities and needs within a Black Box Theatre.
On Thursday, June 24 at artspace, there is an additional opportunity, says Atchison, to engage in a conversation about Arts Development.
5:30 pm – 7:15 pm - Following the Roster Artists Meeting on Thursday, June 24 at 5:30 pm @ artspace, Shreveport Regional Arts Council will host a design process to hear your ideas for developing the “Shreveport Commons” area into the expanded West Edge Arts and Cultural District.
There are ideas to be considered for bike trails, green space, an arts market, studio space, artists’ live and work space, and much more.
Info: 673 6500
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Shreveport Community Drum Circle with hula hoops and dancing on the riverfront on Friday, July 2, 6 pm
Let's have a Shreveport Community Drum Circle, says Katherine Rubben on Facebook. She'll gather her friends on Friday, July 2, at 6:00pm on the Riverfront in Downtown Shreveport for a community event for people of all ages.
"Invite anyone and everyone," she says, " to come every Friday for a night of drumming, hula hooping, dancing, and excitement!
Don't have the equipment? No Worries, we have extra hula hoops, drums, and smiles to hand out!"
"Invite anyone and everyone," she says, " to come every Friday for a night of drumming, hula hooping, dancing, and excitement!
Don't have the equipment? No Worries, we have extra hula hoops, drums, and smiles to hand out!"
Saturday, June 19, 2010
For stimulating art and cool, dry air it's RW Norton Art Foundation; enjoy new self-guided tours and the freedom to use your camera in the museum
Sumptuous paintings and kinetic sculptures. Cool air. RW Norton Art Foundation is a mecca in the summer.
In the extreme north wing of the Norton there are fresh and quite enjoyable exhibits, including:
- Alex Dzigurski (1911-1995): a selection of 18 works which demonstrate his masterly technique in painting scenic America from coast to coast.
- The Arts In Medicine images represent the recreation of Master paintings by adult cancer patients while they receive treatment at Feist-Weiller Cancer Center. Painting transports patients to a whole new dimension of comfort while they receive treatment.
- Under the Magnifying Glass: Fifty Miniatures by Wes and Rachelle Siegrist.
Also fresh -
- Brochures (download them at the web site) that guide and engage students - and adults - are more numerous than ever.
- A change in the camera policy! "As new technology has developed, the Norton has re-evaluated its policy on visitors taking photographs inside the museum. Digital cameras and cell phones that can take personal photographs without the benefit of flash will be permitted; however, because of the potential for damage to the artworks, flash photography continues to be banned. Also, due to copyright and intellectual property restrictions, and because it can be detrimental to the viewing experience of other visitors, professional photography or any photography intended for commercial purposes will not be allowed."
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery
4747 Creswell Avenue
(318) 865-4201
gallery@rwnaf.org
There is no admission charge to view the grounds, the museum's art collection, or special exhibitions.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and national holidays
The gardens are open to visitors daily during daylight hours.
In the extreme north wing of the Norton there are fresh and quite enjoyable exhibits, including:
- Alex Dzigurski (1911-1995): a selection of 18 works which demonstrate his masterly technique in painting scenic America from coast to coast.
- The Arts In Medicine images represent the recreation of Master paintings by adult cancer patients while they receive treatment at Feist-Weiller Cancer Center. Painting transports patients to a whole new dimension of comfort while they receive treatment.
- Under the Magnifying Glass: Fifty Miniatures by Wes and Rachelle Siegrist.
Also fresh -
- Brochures (download them at the web site) that guide and engage students - and adults - are more numerous than ever.
- A change in the camera policy! "As new technology has developed, the Norton has re-evaluated its policy on visitors taking photographs inside the museum. Digital cameras and cell phones that can take personal photographs without the benefit of flash will be permitted; however, because of the potential for damage to the artworks, flash photography continues to be banned. Also, due to copyright and intellectual property restrictions, and because it can be detrimental to the viewing experience of other visitors, professional photography or any photography intended for commercial purposes will not be allowed."
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery
4747 Creswell Avenue
(318) 865-4201
gallery@rwnaf.org
There is no admission charge to view the grounds, the museum's art collection, or special exhibitions.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and national holidays
The gardens are open to visitors daily during daylight hours.
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