Over 75 riders pedaled a route that stretched for 15 miles across East Shreveport in the second annual Velo Dendro, a tour of significant trees.
Hallie Dozier, prof of forestry at LSUBR and former Shreveporter, led the tour. She was aided in the event planning by Matthew Linn and founder of Baton Rouge Advocates for Safe Streets (BRASS) founder Mark Martin.
The route went from Columbia Cafe to Betty Virginia Park, where Shreveport Green's Donna Curtis and Chapellie Henderson presided over a tree planting. At the public gardens in front of First Baptist School the group looked at the crepe myrtles planted along Bayou Pierre. The route went across Broadmoor with stops at the Akers house to see the magnolia above and at AC Steere Park for a look at a champion sycamore.
The group pedaled past the river along Fant Parkway while taking care to avoid nests of tiny, tire-puncturing thorns in grassy areas.
Downtown, the path led to the great oaks surrounding the Courthouse.
In the grove beside Columbia Cafe riders enjoyed jambalaya and a discussion of plans for the next Velo Dendro, to be planned and coordinated by A Better Shreveport with tour founders Linn and Dozier.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
Tetrafusion concert: Sat, Oct 23, 7 pm, Centenary Shell amphitheater, Shreveport
Tetrafusion is a Louisiana-based progressive metal band signed to Nightmare Records, says Gary Tubbs, who adds, " our CD Release show is Saturday, October 23rd, in The Shell at 7pm."
After being established in 2006, the band released their self-produced debut,“Absolute Zero,” in February of 2009, sans vocals, to critical acclaim from the underground music scene and received rave reviews from press and new fans worldwide.
The album was featured globally on over twenty commercial stations, fifty online stations, dozens of review columns, and also received positive acknowledgment in Germany’s Rock Hard, Decibel, and Progression Magazines. The album was also hailed as one of the “top albums of year” by Ultimate-Guitar.com.
A year and a half later after independently selling over one-thousand albums in a total of 21 countries, the band signed to Minnesota-based metal label Nightmare Records for the worldwide release of their sophomore effort “Altered State” on October 12th, 2010.
This release is the band’s first time to incorporate vocals into their work, as they will continue to do with all future material. The album is being distributed in North America and Canada by Sony/RED Music.
After being established in 2006, the band released their self-produced debut,“Absolute Zero,” in February of 2009, sans vocals, to critical acclaim from the underground music scene and received rave reviews from press and new fans worldwide.
The album was featured globally on over twenty commercial stations, fifty online stations, dozens of review columns, and also received positive acknowledgment in Germany’s Rock Hard, Decibel, and Progression Magazines. The album was also hailed as one of the “top albums of year” by Ultimate-Guitar.com.
A year and a half later after independently selling over one-thousand albums in a total of 21 countries, the band signed to Minnesota-based metal label Nightmare Records for the worldwide release of their sophomore effort “Altered State” on October 12th, 2010.
This release is the band’s first time to incorporate vocals into their work, as they will continue to do with all future material. The album is being distributed in North America and Canada by Sony/RED Music.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Velo Dendro bicycle tour of Shreveport rolls Sat, Oct 23, at 8:45 am, says Hallie Dozier and Matthew Linn
Riders are under no pressure to finish the Velo Dendro Shreveport, a family-oriented bicycle tour, says Hallie Dozier. Ride as long as you like and retire when you need to, she says.
Dozier, leader and organizer, is a prof of forestry at LSUBR but knows Shreveport well; she grew up here. Her partner in producing the tour is Matthew Linn.
The 15-mile route will take the riders - last year 100 bikers started the trek - from Columbia Cafe to Betty Virginia Park and thence downtown. Riders will follow the Fant Parkway past Shreve City Shopping Center to E. Preston. The route loops through Broadmoor on its way back to the start point, Columbia Cafe.
Registration is $10. Riders are given a high-viz shirt and are supplied with water and snacks at key points.
Shreveport's significant trees are the focus of the ride. "Velo" refers to cycling and "dendro" refers to trees. Building community is another focus. There will be numerous stops and opportunities to chat.
See the ride map here.
Dozier, leader and organizer, is a prof of forestry at LSUBR but knows Shreveport well; she grew up here. Her partner in producing the tour is Matthew Linn.
The 15-mile route will take the riders - last year 100 bikers started the trek - from Columbia Cafe to Betty Virginia Park and thence downtown. Riders will follow the Fant Parkway past Shreve City Shopping Center to E. Preston. The route loops through Broadmoor on its way back to the start point, Columbia Cafe.
Registration is $10. Riders are given a high-viz shirt and are supplied with water and snacks at key points.
Shreveport's significant trees are the focus of the ride. "Velo" refers to cycling and "dendro" refers to trees. Building community is another focus. There will be numerous stops and opportunities to chat.
See the ride map here.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Singers project to the rafters in Shreveport Little Theater Academy's production of Rent at Anderson Auditorium, Centenary College; shows continue to Oct 24
Isaac Haas, in profile, threw his large eyes upon Erin Davis, petite but also large of eyes. Their melodies alternated - both have strong, sweet voices - and then blended into a melodious cat's howl.
It was the Shreveport Little Theater Academy's production of Rent on Saturday night, where expressions exploded and the singing was super.
Director Jared Watson has taken a group of talented and handsome teens, found their strengths and cast them like butter into a sautee pan.
Zhailon Levingston threw himself around the stage and molded his rich voice to numerous melodies. Gentry Williams beamed and crooned with capable abandon.
Anchoring the stage with a voice so righteous that it rolls effortlessly from blues to opera was Emily Mwakitawa. Following in her vocal footsteps were Emma Foreman and Wallace Rakoczy, both passionate young wailers.
Kaelon Gerard, a tall lad with thick vocal timbre, was, like all the principals, able to trippingly dance across the stage while hitting his notes.
Yet a major component was missing from this version of Rent: no band. The excellent ensemble that SLTA has used under music director Adam Philley was caught in a schedule conflict, explained director Watson.
What a shame, not to pick up a substitute group of musicians!
Rent is a not an easy show for a teen cast. It's a story of poverty, prostitution, hard drugs, death - and life before texting. Rent also has a complex storyline. Reading the outline before seeing the show would not be a waste of time.
Teens want a show that reflects their striving for independence. Watson explained that, "This is the show these kids really wanted to do." And if there's a full measure of raunch, there's also a positive side to Rent: it glorifies friendship, loyalty, community and endurance.
In the end, this production of Rent is notable for vocal power and kinetic verve.
Even without live music it offers a worthy evening of entertainment.
It was the Shreveport Little Theater Academy's production of Rent on Saturday night, where expressions exploded and the singing was super.
Director Jared Watson has taken a group of talented and handsome teens, found their strengths and cast them like butter into a sautee pan.
Zhailon Levingston threw himself around the stage and molded his rich voice to numerous melodies. Gentry Williams beamed and crooned with capable abandon.
Anchoring the stage with a voice so righteous that it rolls effortlessly from blues to opera was Emily Mwakitawa. Following in her vocal footsteps were Emma Foreman and Wallace Rakoczy, both passionate young wailers.
Kaelon Gerard, a tall lad with thick vocal timbre, was, like all the principals, able to trippingly dance across the stage while hitting his notes.
Yet a major component was missing from this version of Rent: no band. The excellent ensemble that SLTA has used under music director Adam Philley was caught in a schedule conflict, explained director Watson.
What a shame, not to pick up a substitute group of musicians!
Rent is a not an easy show for a teen cast. It's a story of poverty, prostitution, hard drugs, death - and life before texting. Rent also has a complex storyline. Reading the outline before seeing the show would not be a waste of time.
Teens want a show that reflects their striving for independence. Watson explained that, "This is the show these kids really wanted to do." And if there's a full measure of raunch, there's also a positive side to Rent: it glorifies friendship, loyalty, community and endurance.
In the end, this production of Rent is notable for vocal power and kinetic verve.
Even without live music it offers a worthy evening of entertainment.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
LSUS Animation workshops begin on Sat, Oct 23, 10 am to 12 pm, with Intro to 3-D animation
The first workshop from the Animation & Visual Effects program at LSUS for this school year will be an Introduction to 3D Animation, taught by Raffaele Scaduto-Mendola, one of the program’s faculty members.
Date of the workshop, says Rachel Volden, will be October 23 at 10:00 am until 12:00pm.
Technology Building, room 225a.
Details: rvolden@lsus.edu or 318.795.2480.
Animation and Visual Effects Program
Louisiana State University|Shreveport
318.795.2480
www.lsus.edu/avei
Check out the Animation and Visual Effects Program’s blog at http://lsusave.wordpress.com/
Date of the workshop, says Rachel Volden, will be October 23 at 10:00 am until 12:00pm.
Technology Building, room 225a.
Details: rvolden@lsus.edu or 318.795.2480.
Animation and Visual Effects Program
Louisiana State University|Shreveport
318.795.2480
www.lsus.edu/avei
Check out the Animation and Visual Effects Program’s blog at http://lsusave.wordpress.com/
Fayetteville, Arkansas singer/singwriters Emily Kaitz & Effron White at fairfield Studios on Sun, Oct 31, 7 pm
Guess who's coming for Halloween night?
Fayetteville, Arkansas singer/singwriters Emily Kaitz & Effron White, says Jim Huckabay.
Kaitz is an ex-Austinite/zany thinker who's penned quirky tunes like "Pico de Gallo" (performed by Trout Fishing, etc.), "Shallow End of the Gene Pool", "Terminally Trendy" and "The Best Looking Man on Earth".
Effron is an Arkansan with a vocal style that brings to mind Bob Dylan, Tom Waits & John Prine. He adds color with his simple, but personal, guitar style and a smattering of harmonica. In 2008 he was entered into the NW Arkansas Music Awards Hall of Fame.
Put these two together on Halloween night and who knows what can happen?
Sun, Oct 31
7 pm
Fairfield Studios
Plenty of parking available and security provided
$15 at the door (reservations recommended)
reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or 219-7688
Photo Barbara Beaird.
Fayetteville, Arkansas singer/singwriters Emily Kaitz & Effron White, says Jim Huckabay.
Kaitz is an ex-Austinite/zany thinker who's penned quirky tunes like "Pico de Gallo" (performed by Trout Fishing, etc.), "Shallow End of the Gene Pool", "Terminally Trendy" and "The Best Looking Man on Earth".
Effron is an Arkansan with a vocal style that brings to mind Bob Dylan, Tom Waits & John Prine. He adds color with his simple, but personal, guitar style and a smattering of harmonica. In 2008 he was entered into the NW Arkansas Music Awards Hall of Fame.
Put these two together on Halloween night and who knows what can happen?
Sun, Oct 31
7 pm
Fairfield Studios
Plenty of parking available and security provided
$15 at the door (reservations recommended)
reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or 219-7688
Photo Barbara Beaird.
Sing & Slam Regional Competition at Southern Univ Shreveport-Bossier Oct 15, 16, 4 pm
"Violet's Blue is competing in the Sing and Slam Regional Finals this Saturday, October 16th at 4 p.m," writes Erica Magnano. It's at Southern University Shreveport located at 3050 Martin Luther King Dr.
Admission is $10 ahead of time or $15 at the door. You can call (318) 221-1848 or (318) 332-5353 for more information.
"Come hear us perform Parish Line Road," adds Magnano, "and hopefully win a trophy and cast prize!"
Admission is $10 ahead of time or $15 at the door. You can call (318) 221-1848 or (318) 332-5353 for more information.
"Come hear us perform Parish Line Road," adds Magnano, "and hopefully win a trophy and cast prize!"
From the Hilton to SciPort, Wednesday lunch spots are stops on a free downtown trolley ride; tighties may call ahead or email their orders to six restaurants
The Wednesday Downtown Lunch Trolley is rolling like a stone, says the Downtown Development Authority.
Three new restaurants will be added to the current route on Wednesday, October 13th.
Downtown workers and visitors may catch a free trolley ride to one of six downtown restaurants each Wednesday from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, says Julia Foley. It stops every 20 minutes at Regions Bank Tower, 333 Texas Street; Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street; and each of the six participating restaurants.
Each restaurant has Wednesday specials that can be served and enjoyed within 20 minutes. Riders are encouraged to preview their menu choices online. Those running tight can call ahead or email the order and catch the Lunch Trolley to pick up the order to go.
Participating restaurants:
• café @ artspace, 710 Texas Street, www.artspaceshreveport.com, 318.673.6535
• River Rock Grill in the Hilton Hotel, 104 Market Street, www.hilton.com, 318.698.0900
• Texas Street Grille in Mojo’s Bar, 203 Texas Street, www.texasstreetgrille.com, 318.221.0013
• Counter Culture in Sci-Port, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, www.sciport.org, 318.424.3466
• Abby Singer’s Bistro in Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas Street, www.robinsonfilmcenter.org, 318.459.4122
• Holiday Inn Restaurant, 102 Lake Street, www.holidayinn.com, 318.222.7717
Three new restaurants will be added to the current route on Wednesday, October 13th.
Downtown workers and visitors may catch a free trolley ride to one of six downtown restaurants each Wednesday from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, says Julia Foley. It stops every 20 minutes at Regions Bank Tower, 333 Texas Street; Government Plaza, 505 Travis Street; and each of the six participating restaurants.
Each restaurant has Wednesday specials that can be served and enjoyed within 20 minutes. Riders are encouraged to preview their menu choices online. Those running tight can call ahead or email the order and catch the Lunch Trolley to pick up the order to go.
Participating restaurants:
• café @ artspace, 710 Texas Street, www.artspaceshreveport.com, 318.673.6535
• River Rock Grill in the Hilton Hotel, 104 Market Street, www.hilton.com, 318.698.0900
• Texas Street Grille in Mojo’s Bar, 203 Texas Street, www.texasstreetgrille.com, 318.221.0013
• Counter Culture in Sci-Port, 820 Clyde Fant Parkway, www.sciport.org, 318.424.3466
• Abby Singer’s Bistro in Robinson Film Center, 617 Texas Street, www.robinsonfilmcenter.org, 318.459.4122
• Holiday Inn Restaurant, 102 Lake Street, www.holidayinn.com, 318.222.7717
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Explore the Red in a river clean-up day, Sat, Oct 16, 8 am to noon, Stoner Boat Launch
The Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society, the Arkansas Canoe Club and Shreveport Green respectfully request your presence down by the river. That would be on Sat, 8 am til noon. Help and learn. Not necessarily in that order.
Adam Willard 318 423 1690
Adam Willard 318 423 1690
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Orchestra and classical musician updates from musician and blogger Susan Rogers
Shreveport Symphony musicians will be in the pit October 30 for The Shreveport Opera production of Mozart's Don Giovanni, writes musician and music blogger Susan Rogers.
www.shreveopera.org/
Christopher Allen and his bass have been making headlines here, she writes - Yarbrough Interiors has them making beautiful music on a local T.V. ad (I've seen it and it's kool.) And he has recently graced page 19 of Forum Magazine. If you like kool jazz, check it out.
www.chrisallenbass.com
The I-49 Brass are giving a holiday concert at Broadmoor Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon Dec 12. Members of the brass quintet are Rick Rowell, Mike Scarlato, Tom Hundemer, Mike Davidson and Mark Thompson.
The photo-filled, detailed classical music blog from Rogers is www.shreveportmusicians4ever.blogspot.com./
www.shreveopera.org/
Christopher Allen and his bass have been making headlines here, she writes - Yarbrough Interiors has them making beautiful music on a local T.V. ad (I've seen it and it's kool.) And he has recently graced page 19 of Forum Magazine. If you like kool jazz, check it out.
www.chrisallenbass.com
The I-49 Brass are giving a holiday concert at Broadmoor Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon Dec 12. Members of the brass quintet are Rick Rowell, Mike Scarlato, Tom Hundemer, Mike Davidson and Mark Thompson.
The photo-filled, detailed classical music blog from Rogers is www.shreveportmusicians4ever.blogspot.com./
Monday, October 11, 2010
New Orleans blues from the Washboard Chaz Trio @ Jayne Marie's on Fri, Sat, Oct 15, 16
"Fantastic music from New Orleans, Washboard Chaz Blues Trio," says Jayne Lanza.. "More info at: www.washboardchaz.com. They will be performing both Friday and Saturday night, October 15 & 16. Missoni will be opening for them both evenings. It will be a little bit of that New Orleans flavor in Shreveport!"
The Mickey Finns sing and stomp @ Centenary Shell on Tues, Oct 12, 7:30 pm
The Mickey Finns, a Celtic rock, world beat trio out of NYC, are visiting Louisiana this week. They have a date at the Centenary Band Shell on Tues, Oct 12, 7:30 pm.
They're influenced by the Pogues, Tom Waits, The Prodigals, The Dubliners, Lhasa De Sela, Johnny Cash. They arrive highly-recommended by Doyle Jeter of Enoch's, in Monroe. They will also perform at the NELa Celtic Festival.
Irish music: it's always astounding when high-energy Celtic players grab you by the sonic neck, isn't it?
Info: KSCL.fm.
They're influenced by the Pogues, Tom Waits, The Prodigals, The Dubliners, Lhasa De Sela, Johnny Cash. They arrive highly-recommended by Doyle Jeter of Enoch's, in Monroe. They will also perform at the NELa Celtic Festival.
Irish music: it's always astounding when high-energy Celtic players grab you by the sonic neck, isn't it?
Info: KSCL.fm.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Escaped Images and Dirtfoot spark the the Revel with animation and color on the closing Saturday
Parading across and around Festival Plaza on Saturday, Escaped Images,the dance troupe from Centenary College, short-circuited the Revel crowd. The group wore incomprehensible costumes and spent hideous energy posing and tramping.
By treating the entire site as their performance grounds, Escaped Images, under the direction of Renee Cheveallier, reminded the audience that top-hatted surprises are one of the treats of a good fest. In these days of the short budget, Revel 2010 seemed way less than surprising.
Also making a tribal and wildly vibey appearance at the Revel was Dirtfoot, a band whisked in Shreveport but risen to a souffle on the festival circuit.
This is a sextet of entertainers, not simply musicians. Matt Hazelton and J Bratlie were dancing on the beam while Scotty Gerardy was hanging from the beam. New bassist Nathan Woods wore out the pocket. Lane Bayliss punched and Daniel Breithaupt dodged. Everyone on stage seemed to oscillate through each number.
Total animation along with easy-to-like new songs.
Reminds us of the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse show a few months ago in which shirttails-out Dirtfoot was surrounded by the leggy Escaped Images. The show was a barroom brawl of artistic energy.
Will Dirtfoot be granted a few breaks so it can kick through to the next plateau? Will the trustees at Centenary College restore the status of the dance program?
Stand by for the usual: inch-by-inch, slow-breaking news.
Whether they rise or displode, Escaped Images and Dirtfoot have laddered a high bar for performance art in this region.
They're the real art deal. Study them, emulate their antics. Cheer them. Push them.
And you can toast Dirtfoot soon on a Facebook tv show called Grooveable Feast. Debuts Oct 20. Congrats, guys.
By treating the entire site as their performance grounds, Escaped Images, under the direction of Renee Cheveallier, reminded the audience that top-hatted surprises are one of the treats of a good fest. In these days of the short budget, Revel 2010 seemed way less than surprising.
Also making a tribal and wildly vibey appearance at the Revel was Dirtfoot, a band whisked in Shreveport but risen to a souffle on the festival circuit.
This is a sextet of entertainers, not simply musicians. Matt Hazelton and J Bratlie were dancing on the beam while Scotty Gerardy was hanging from the beam. New bassist Nathan Woods wore out the pocket. Lane Bayliss punched and Daniel Breithaupt dodged. Everyone on stage seemed to oscillate through each number.
Total animation along with easy-to-like new songs.
Reminds us of the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse show a few months ago in which shirttails-out Dirtfoot was surrounded by the leggy Escaped Images. The show was a barroom brawl of artistic energy.
Will Dirtfoot be granted a few breaks so it can kick through to the next plateau? Will the trustees at Centenary College restore the status of the dance program?
Stand by for the usual: inch-by-inch, slow-breaking news.
Whether they rise or displode, Escaped Images and Dirtfoot have laddered a high bar for performance art in this region.
They're the real art deal. Study them, emulate their antics. Cheer them. Push them.
And you can toast Dirtfoot soon on a Facebook tv show called Grooveable Feast. Debuts Oct 20. Congrats, guys.
Saturday, October 09, 2010
Masque and mesh for Monster Mash at Artspace Shreveport on Fri, Oct 22; benefits artists and arts in NW La
The annual Friend-raiser for artspace is ArtScare, says Julia Foley.
Monster Mash is the 2010 Artscare and includes all of the fun and excitement of previous ArtScare events. ArtScare is sponsored by Cumulus Radio, Mix 97.3 fm.
Proceeds from ticket sales to ArtScare benefit the ongoing programing and exhibitions that support the arts and artists in Northwest Louisiana.
$25 tickets get you dancing, food, and other participatory fun.
Monster Mash is the 2010 Artscare and includes all of the fun and excitement of previous ArtScare events. ArtScare is sponsored by Cumulus Radio, Mix 97.3 fm.
Proceeds from ticket sales to ArtScare benefit the ongoing programing and exhibitions that support the arts and artists in Northwest Louisiana.
$25 tickets get you dancing, food, and other participatory fun.
Friday, October 08, 2010
Maker's Fair, Texas Avenue, call to crafters, makers of handmade goods of all kinds, to musicians, civic groups and even artists
"Showcase your home-made goods for $10 a booth," says Allison Dickson West of the new Maker's Fair.
She and April Dahm, of Texas Avenue Community Assoc, are producing the Maker's Fair on Sat, Oct 30 and Sat, Nov 6, 10 am to 4 pm. The location is the corner of Texas Avenue and Common Street in historic Downtown Shreveport.
Those interested may call 318 820 8516 or bip texasavenue@gmail.com.
She and April Dahm, of Texas Avenue Community Assoc, are producing the Maker's Fair on Sat, Oct 30 and Sat, Nov 6, 10 am to 4 pm. The location is the corner of Texas Avenue and Common Street in historic Downtown Shreveport.
Those interested may call 318 820 8516 or bip texasavenue@gmail.com.
LSUS Pioneer Heritage Day on Sat, Oct 9, 10 am to 4 pm; see 7 historic buildings, folklife demonstrations
The LSU Shreveport Pioneer Heritage Center will host its annual Pioneer Day Saturday, October 9, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Heritage Center located on the LSUS campus.
Marty Young, director of the Pioneer Heritage Center says, “This is the 14th year for Pioneer Day. It was started as an Independent Study project in 1996, and has grown into what it is today. The event is not just to promote the Pioneer Heritage Center, but also a way for local folk life organizations and living historians to demonstrate their crafts.”
Pioneer Day will give a better understanding to the public about the diverse lifestyle of settlers and the struggles of surviving in a natural environment. There will be 7 historic buildings that will portray lifestyles, homes, beliefs and customs that have impacted Louisiana.
Admission for children under the age of five is free, and a $3.00 admission donation is requested for others. For more information call Marty Young at 318-797-5339.
Thursday, October 07, 2010
Live performances on Red River Radio during the pledge drive: Hanna Unverzagt, Buddy Flett, AJ & the Two Tone Blues, Giovanni DeChiaro
You may be like me in this: Red River Radio is where I get news, jazz, comedy and drama. It's a daily resource for me.
To contribute to the fund drive - currently happening - is to keep urbanity alive in this region, I believe.
One of the cool features of recent fund drives is the effort by regional musicians to bring attention to the station's needs by giving impromptu shows. Here's what's up the next few days, according to Henry Edwards:
Friday, October 8th at 8:00pm
Shreveport singer-songwriter Hanna Unverzagt will play live on Red River Radio.
Monday, October 11th at 8:00pm
Buddy Flett will join us live on Red River Radio for some of his unique blues styling.
Tuesday, October 12th at 8:00pm
Join us once again for AJ and the Two Tone Blues Band Live on Red River Radio.
Friday, October 15th at 11:00am
Join us for a performance by classical guitarist Giovanni DeChiaro on Red River Radio.
Hanna Unverzagt photo by Barbara Beaird.
To contribute to the fund drive - currently happening - is to keep urbanity alive in this region, I believe.
One of the cool features of recent fund drives is the effort by regional musicians to bring attention to the station's needs by giving impromptu shows. Here's what's up the next few days, according to Henry Edwards:
Friday, October 8th at 8:00pm
Shreveport singer-songwriter Hanna Unverzagt will play live on Red River Radio.
Monday, October 11th at 8:00pm
Buddy Flett will join us live on Red River Radio for some of his unique blues styling.
Tuesday, October 12th at 8:00pm
Join us once again for AJ and the Two Tone Blues Band Live on Red River Radio.
Friday, October 15th at 11:00am
Join us for a performance by classical guitarist Giovanni DeChiaro on Red River Radio.
Hanna Unverzagt photo by Barbara Beaird.
Cellist John-Henry Crawford on Red River Radio program From the Top on Sat, Oct 9, 11 am
On Saturday, October 9, NPR’s From the Top (11 am) broadcasts from the Young Artist World Piano Festival and features cellist John-Henry Crawford, age 17, says Red River Radio manager Kermit Poling. Crawford was raised in Shreveport.
John-Henry comes from a musical family, performing on the 1821 cello passed down to him from his Austrian grandfather and cellist, Dr. Robert Popper. He has won numerous competitions, including a bronze medal in the Dallas Symphony’s Lynn Harrell Competition.
Last fall, John-Henry was accepted into the prestigious Curtis Institute in Philadelphia.
John-Henry comes from a musical family, performing on the 1821 cello passed down to him from his Austrian grandfather and cellist, Dr. Robert Popper. He has won numerous competitions, including a bronze medal in the Dallas Symphony’s Lynn Harrell Competition.
Last fall, John-Henry was accepted into the prestigious Curtis Institute in Philadelphia.
Wednesday, October 06, 2010
Louisiana Swamp Stomp: new CD features players such as Buddy Flett, Buckwheat Zydeco, DeWayne Dopsie, David Egan and Sonny Landreth; available Oct 19
Dr Paul McCarthy, Buddy Flett, Charlene Williams, Shreveport: the Louisiana Swamp Stomp CD
Originally uploaded by trudeau
The project was inspired by singer-guitarist Buddy Feltt and singer Carol Fran, two Louisiana musicians who have recently had neurological injuries.
Available for $20, all proceeds benefit the Northern Louisiana Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Foundation.
The release date is October 19; please send us an email if you'd like us to notify you when you can purchase the Louisiana Swamp Stomp CD. Artists included:
* Percy Sledge and the Aces Band
* Larry Garner
* Dewayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers
* Lil Buck Senegal
* Stanley "Buckwheat" Dural Jr
* Little Freddie King
* Henry Gray
* Carol Fran
* David Egan
* Charlene Howard
* Buddy Flett
* Omar Coleman (w/ Billy Flynn, Bob Stroger, Kenny Smith)
* Sonny Landreth
Also, in conjunction with the release of this CD, a Louisiana Swamp Stomp Party and Concert will be held at the Petroleum Club on in Shreveport, Louisiana on November 19 from 8pm - midnight.
Tickets are $75 for one person, $125 for a couple, or $500 for your own table of 10 people.
See more at the foundation web site, called brainhelp.org.
As a person who's heard an advance copy of the CD, I can attest that it is a rockin' collection, an appropriate soundtrack for driving and for all types of parties.
Tuesday, October 05, 2010
Dia de los Muertos celebration for families in Columbia Park on Sat, Oct 23, 1 to 4 pm, sponsored by Voces Castellanas
"Fiesta del Dia de los Muertos, A celebration of life, art and family: come and join us to celebrate the traditional Mexican Holiday “Day of the Death”, on Saturday, October 23, 1-4 pm at Columbia Park (in front of Creswell School)," says Lee Spruell. "Bring your family to work on crafts, enjoy music, play games, listen to stories, eat traditional “Pan de Muertos”, break a big piñata and many other activities."
Admission is free.
Celebration sponsored by Voces Castellanas.
Admission is free.
Celebration sponsored by Voces Castellanas.
Student art & photography requested for Red River National Wildlife Refuge annual Refuge Celebration Art Contest on Sat, October 16, 9 am
"The Friends of Red River National Wildlife Refuge are presenting the annual Refuge Celebration on Saturday, October 16, and this
year we're holding a student art and photography contest," says Heather Spaulding. "The theme is Louisiana's Natural Treasures, and students can enter their work anytime between now and the morning of the Celebration."
She adds, "It will be a great opportunity for young artists to display their work at a community event, learn about local wildlife, and compete for a $25 first prize in each category. The artwork will be displayed from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and the prizes will be awarded at 1:00 p.m."
www.friendsofredriver.org
year we're holding a student art and photography contest," says Heather Spaulding. "The theme is Louisiana's Natural Treasures, and students can enter their work anytime between now and the morning of the Celebration."
She adds, "It will be a great opportunity for young artists to display their work at a community event, learn about local wildlife, and compete for a $25 first prize in each category. The artwork will be displayed from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and the prizes will be awarded at 1:00 p.m."
www.friendsofredriver.org
Villaggio Art Walk in Bossier City on Thursdays in October, 4 to 8 pm
Bossier Arts Council has an outdoor art experience on Thursdays in October, says Kelly Warner. It is a 4 pm to 8 pm art walk in Villaggio, 5200 E Tex St, Bossier City.
Live Music - Eclectic Mix of Artists & Artisans
Oct 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th 2010
www.villaggiobossier.com
Live Music - Eclectic Mix of Artists & Artisans
Oct 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th 2010
www.villaggiobossier.com
Bossier Arts Council and Boomtown Casinos do a Battle of the Bands; first round begins Oct 20, send videos to BAC
What's Up @ BAC
Think you've got talent?
We're taking submissions!
Boomtown Casino Battle of the Bands
Performances on Weds, 9 to 11:30 pm.
Prizes are, like, off the ching.
Email your video to thomas.roberts@boomtownbossier.com
and visit bossierarts.org for application information
Think you've got talent?
We're taking submissions!
Boomtown Casino Battle of the Bands
Performances on Weds, 9 to 11:30 pm.
Prizes are, like, off the ching.
Email your video to thomas.roberts@boomtownbossier.com
and visit bossierarts.org for application information
Jayne Marie's has Los Angeles singer Angie Mattson on Sat, Oct 23, with "sultry Americana"
Performing at Jane Marie's on Cross Lake on Sat, Oct 23, is Angie Mattson, says Jayne Lanza.
Mattson is an LA singer/songwriter who plays sultry, Americana-influenced folkrock, says her bio. She has worked as a model in Tokyo, hosted the NewNowNext awards show on the LOGO television network and toured with Suzanne Vega, Melissa Ferrick, and Uh Huh Her, playing shows across the US and Canada. Her new album, Skeleton Arm, is just out. She was a hit at SXSW, says Hallie Pritts.
www.myspace.com/angiemattson
Mattson is an LA singer/songwriter who plays sultry, Americana-influenced folkrock, says her bio. She has worked as a model in Tokyo, hosted the NewNowNext awards show on the LOGO television network and toured with Suzanne Vega, Melissa Ferrick, and Uh Huh Her, playing shows across the US and Canada. Her new album, Skeleton Arm, is just out. She was a hit at SXSW, says Hallie Pritts.
www.myspace.com/angiemattson
Sunday, October 03, 2010
Artist Transit was an edgy art group in Central Railroad Station, 1984 - 87; see Artist Transit reunion at Turner Art Center, Centenary College, Oct 25 - Dec 12
The Centenary College Turner Art Center will feature an exhibit entitled The Artist Transit, Now and Then, says Deborah Allen.
The show runs Oct 25 to Dec 12. The opening reception will be October 31, 4 - 6 p.m.
Artists who exhibited at the Artist Transit, 1984 - 1987, include Craig Aple, Deborah Harold Allen, Cliff Brown, Mattie Brown, George Burton III, Gary Cathey, Randy Clearman, Carlos Colon, David Cooper, Joe DiSantos, Richard Edwards, Bart Gross, Dorothy Hanna, Clyde Hargrove, Dennis Harkom, Michael Harold, Gregg Hornbeak, Missy Hornbeak, Lewis Kalmbach, David Love Lewis, Christopher Martin, Michael Moore, Dennis O'Bryant, Denise Peske, Marc Rawls, Susan Schinn, Lisa Smith, and Patty Zahler.
The reunion exhibit at Turner Art Center will showcase past and recent work of the above-mentioned artists.
Artist Transit was located in Central Station Railroad Station, 1025 Marshall St. The roster included poets, painters, sculptors, installation artists, multi-media artists, performance artists and outsider artists.
Contact info: Deborah Allen 318-219-6099 Dennis O’Bryant 903-578-0319
The show runs Oct 25 to Dec 12. The opening reception will be October 31, 4 - 6 p.m.
Artists who exhibited at the Artist Transit, 1984 - 1987, include Craig Aple, Deborah Harold Allen, Cliff Brown, Mattie Brown, George Burton III, Gary Cathey, Randy Clearman, Carlos Colon, David Cooper, Joe DiSantos, Richard Edwards, Bart Gross, Dorothy Hanna, Clyde Hargrove, Dennis Harkom, Michael Harold, Gregg Hornbeak, Missy Hornbeak, Lewis Kalmbach, David Love Lewis, Christopher Martin, Michael Moore, Dennis O'Bryant, Denise Peske, Marc Rawls, Susan Schinn, Lisa Smith, and Patty Zahler.
The reunion exhibit at Turner Art Center will showcase past and recent work of the above-mentioned artists.
Artist Transit was located in Central Station Railroad Station, 1025 Marshall St. The roster included poets, painters, sculptors, installation artists, multi-media artists, performance artists and outsider artists.
Contact info: Deborah Allen 318-219-6099 Dennis O’Bryant 903-578-0319
Saturday, October 02, 2010
Oil Paintings by the late Frances Drew for sale by the artist's son, Gerald, at 151 Egan St.
"For as little as $50 a Frances Drew original oil painting can be yours," reports Kathryn Usher. "Her son, Gerald, says he will be selling them this weekend and through out next week."
Frances Drew, an enormously productive painter known for her bold and color-rich scenes of regional life and images of suffering, died in 2007.
Sale at 151 Egan St.
Photo Kathryn Usher.
Frances Drew, an enormously productive painter known for her bold and color-rich scenes of regional life and images of suffering, died in 2007.
Sale at 151 Egan St.
Photo Kathryn Usher.
Red River Revel: crafts, food, music Oct 2 - 9
Fleur-de-lis and cypress trees! It's time for the Red River Revel crafts fair, Oct 2 - 9.
See more at redriverrevel.com.
See more at redriverrevel.com.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Zhailon Levingston, Gentry Williams, Isaac Haas, Emily Mwakitawa lead cast of SLTA in making Rent in Anderson Auditorium, Centenary College, Oct 14 - 24, 7:30 pm
Rent has arrived for the hard-working team at Shreveport Little Theater Academy. The edgy show has been re-worked for young audiences, says Robert Darrow; it has lost some language and one tune.
The cast features some of the sweatiest teens in town:
Gentry Williams (Mark Cohen), Isaac Haas (Roger Davis), Zhailon Levingston (Tom Collins), Madison Edwards (Benjamin Coffin III), Emily Mwakitawa (Joanne Jefferson), Kaelon Gerard (Angel Schunard), Erin Davis (Mimi Marquez), Wallace Rakoczy (Maureen Johnson), Lauren Rogers (Mark’s mom and others), Seth Taylor (Christmas caroler, Mr. Jefferson, a pastor, the man, and others),
Emma Foreman (Mrs. Jefferson, woman with bags, and others), Matthew Torma (Gordon, Mr. Grey, and others), Christopher White (Paul, a cop, a waiter, man with squeegee, and others), Madeline Hiers (Alexi Darling, Roger’s mom, and others).
Direction by Jared Watson, choreography by Laura M. Beeman, musical direction by Adam Philley. In addition: Emily Kitchens, production stage manager; Courtney Gaston & Adam Boyd, set design; Adam Boyd/No Drama Productions, sound design; David White, lighting design; and Gentry Williams, costume design.
All performances are held at Anderson Auditorium in Hurley Music Bldg – next door to Marjorie Lyons Playhouse.
Opening Night Thursday, October 14 @ 7:30 p.m.
October 15, 16, 22, & 23 @ 7:30 p.m.
October 17 @ 2 p.m.
October 24 @ 2 p.m. - interpreted in American Sign Language
Tickets: $22.00 – ($10.00 – Student Rush policy)
Box Office: 300 Ockley Dr. (at Youree Dr.) in Shreveport. Open Mon.-Fri. from noon to 4pm Call: 318.424.4439
The cast features some of the sweatiest teens in town:
Gentry Williams (Mark Cohen), Isaac Haas (Roger Davis), Zhailon Levingston (Tom Collins), Madison Edwards (Benjamin Coffin III), Emily Mwakitawa (Joanne Jefferson), Kaelon Gerard (Angel Schunard), Erin Davis (Mimi Marquez), Wallace Rakoczy (Maureen Johnson), Lauren Rogers (Mark’s mom and others), Seth Taylor (Christmas caroler, Mr. Jefferson, a pastor, the man, and others),
Emma Foreman (Mrs. Jefferson, woman with bags, and others), Matthew Torma (Gordon, Mr. Grey, and others), Christopher White (Paul, a cop, a waiter, man with squeegee, and others), Madeline Hiers (Alexi Darling, Roger’s mom, and others).
Direction by Jared Watson, choreography by Laura M. Beeman, musical direction by Adam Philley. In addition: Emily Kitchens, production stage manager; Courtney Gaston & Adam Boyd, set design; Adam Boyd/No Drama Productions, sound design; David White, lighting design; and Gentry Williams, costume design.
All performances are held at Anderson Auditorium in Hurley Music Bldg – next door to Marjorie Lyons Playhouse.
Opening Night Thursday, October 14 @ 7:30 p.m.
October 15, 16, 22, & 23 @ 7:30 p.m.
October 17 @ 2 p.m.
October 24 @ 2 p.m. - interpreted in American Sign Language
Tickets: $22.00 – ($10.00 – Student Rush policy)
Box Office: 300 Ockley Dr. (at Youree Dr.) in Shreveport. Open Mon.-Fri. from noon to 4pm Call: 318.424.4439
Li Cunxin, subject of movie Mao's Last Dancer, was guest artist with Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet numerous times 1990's; see screening of movie on Sun, Oct 10, 3:30 pm at RFC
"Li Cunxin, the subject of the film "Mao's Last Dancer,", performed as a guest artist with the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet in “The Nutcracker” in 1984, 1985, 1991, and 1994. In 1991, Li and his wife, Mary McKendry, shared the stage with current SMB Artistic Director Kendra Feazel Meiki, who was performing the role of “Clara” in “The Nutcracker.” Meiki has maintained a friendship with Li and McKendry since that time," writes Kate Pedrotty.
On Sunday, October 10 at 3:30pm, the Robinson Film Center and the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet will host a special screening of Mao’s Last Dancer that will include commentary from Kendra Meiki and archival video from some of Li’s performances in Shreveport.
For information on the special screening on October 10, please contact Kate Pedrotty, Executive Director of the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet: 318-866-9916; 318-918-9809; kate.pedrotty.smb@gmail.com.
She adds, "This movie speaks powerfully about our community's important connections to a wider world of art and culture."
On Sunday, October 10 at 3:30pm, the Robinson Film Center and the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet will host a special screening of Mao’s Last Dancer that will include commentary from Kendra Meiki and archival video from some of Li’s performances in Shreveport.
For information on the special screening on October 10, please contact Kate Pedrotty, Executive Director of the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet: 318-866-9916; 318-918-9809; kate.pedrotty.smb@gmail.com.
She adds, "This movie speaks powerfully about our community's important connections to a wider world of art and culture."
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Doyle Jeter: NE La Celtic Fest on Sat, Oct 16, Forsythe Park, Monroe, 10 am to 9 pm; no cover
Doyle Jeter, proprietor of Enoch's Irish Pub in Monroe, points out that almost all the good souls of North Louisiana have Celtic blood. And that his fest, the Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival, provides them with insight into their heritage.
In truth, the fest is predictably heavy on Irish culture. That's because the Irish have done a better job than others at keeping the Celtic world alive.
See the free event in Forsythe Park, Monroe, on Sat, Oct 16, 10 am to 9 pm.
More at nelacelticfest.net.
In truth, the fest is predictably heavy on Irish culture. That's because the Irish have done a better job than others at keeping the Celtic world alive.
See the free event in Forsythe Park, Monroe, on Sat, Oct 16, 10 am to 9 pm.
More at nelacelticfest.net.
Ozark Society, Arkansas Canoe Club, Shreveport Green volunteers to mount a Red River Clean-Up Day on Sat, Oct 16, 8 am
It's easy to take the Red River for granted. But it is quite worthy of our
thought and perhaps more comforting than politics as a civic concern.
The Red is gar and gators and garbage: it is increasingly a place for recreation and fishing, it still has economic potential and is a never-ending repository for our refuse. The river is also the source of drinking water for Bossier.
Thus, a clean-up: on Saturday, October 16th at 8 a.m., volunteers from the Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society will partner with the Ark-La-Tex Chapter of the Arkansas Canoe Club and Shreveport Green to kick-off the 1st annual Red River Clean Up in Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana.
This annual event aims tol raise public awareness of the magnitude of trash accumulating in our river as well as all of our Nation’s waterways.
The clean-up joins locals with two national organizations that focus on America’s waterways and oceans. The Red River Clean Up is registered as a National River Cleanup with American Rivers http://
www.americanrivers.org . It is also registered with PADI’s Project Aware http://www.projectaware.org, which is focused on conserving underwater environments.
If you would like to be a part of this event, we could really use your help, says Nancy Larned – whether it’s an extra set of hands OR a handful of volunteers from your organization or business. If you cannot be there, you can make a donation of work gloves, food, drinks or door prizes for our incredible volunteers. We welcome ideas and expertise as well.
Info -
- Adam Willard, ashleysbuilding@suddenlink.net 318-423-1690
- Nancy Larned, Growing Green Program Manager,
Sci-Port: 318-424-3466
njlarned@yahoo.com
thought and perhaps more comforting than politics as a civic concern.
The Red is gar and gators and garbage: it is increasingly a place for recreation and fishing, it still has economic potential and is a never-ending repository for our refuse. The river is also the source of drinking water for Bossier.
Thus, a clean-up: on Saturday, October 16th at 8 a.m., volunteers from the Bayou Chapter of the Ozark Society will partner with the Ark-La-Tex Chapter of the Arkansas Canoe Club and Shreveport Green to kick-off the 1st annual Red River Clean Up in Shreveport and Bossier City, Louisiana.
This annual event aims tol raise public awareness of the magnitude of trash accumulating in our river as well as all of our Nation’s waterways.
The clean-up joins locals with two national organizations that focus on America’s waterways and oceans. The Red River Clean Up is registered as a National River Cleanup with American Rivers http://
www.americanrivers.org . It is also registered with PADI’s Project Aware http://www.projectaware.org, which is focused on conserving underwater environments.
If you would like to be a part of this event, we could really use your help, says Nancy Larned – whether it’s an extra set of hands OR a handful of volunteers from your organization or business. If you cannot be there, you can make a donation of work gloves, food, drinks or door prizes for our incredible volunteers. We welcome ideas and expertise as well.
Info -
- Adam Willard, ashleysbuilding@suddenlink.net 318-423-1690
- Nancy Larned, Growing Green Program Manager,
Sci-Port: 318-424-3466
njlarned@yahoo.com
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
The art of New Orleans is in the horn: the Soul Rebels Brass Band paints Fatty Arbuckles under the Red River Bridge on Sat, Oct 2, after the Revel
The Soul Rebels is one of those singin horn section bands with indigo Crescent City drumming. They're driving up from New Orleans on Sat, Oct 2 to entertain in the Red River District when the Revel quits, says Chase Boytim.
Is there anything more energizing than dancing to a Crescent City street band?
Check 'em at Fatty Arbuckles under the bridge.
If there were any doubts, listen here.
Is there anything more energizing than dancing to a Crescent City street band?
Check 'em at Fatty Arbuckles under the bridge.
If there were any doubts, listen here.
Pet Walk through 10-block Fairfield Historic District on Sat, Oct 30, 10 am
Pets of all shapes and sizes are invited to bring their owners to Shreveport's historic Fairfield District for some fun, history, and a nice walk, says Liz Swaine, of the Fairfield Historic District Pet Walk on Sat, Oct 30.
"The walk is really about showing off the history and architecture of Fairfield in an entertaining way," says FHDA president Steve Kemp. "We will give each participant a map spotlighting our beautiful 100 and 100+-year-old homes, all within about a ten block radius. If you haven't been to the Fairfield Historic District recently, you'll be amazed at the variety of amazing homes."
Since the history tour is being held on Halloween weekend, pets (and their humans) are encouraged to dress in their holiday finest.
Pet-A-Palooza will kick off at 10:00 a.m. at the parking lot at Centerpoint Community Services, 2121 Fairfield Avenue, where there will be contests--Best Dressed Pet, Pet-Owner Look-a-Likes, etc. In addition, there will be dog treats and water for pets and cookies for humans.
The $5 per pet entry fee will be donated to Robinson's Rescue to help fund their low-cost spay and neuter program. Robinson's Rescue veterinarian Andrea Everson will be one of the contest judges.
In case of rain, the walk will be rescheduled to Sunday, October 31 at 2 p.m.
Sponsors of the event include the City of Shreveport, Centerpoint Community Services and Brookshire's. For more info and to take a look at the walk route, go to: www.fairfieldhistoricdistrict.org or call 221-1733.
Photo from Mardi Paws 2010 by Barbara Beaird.
"The walk is really about showing off the history and architecture of Fairfield in an entertaining way," says FHDA president Steve Kemp. "We will give each participant a map spotlighting our beautiful 100 and 100+-year-old homes, all within about a ten block radius. If you haven't been to the Fairfield Historic District recently, you'll be amazed at the variety of amazing homes."
Since the history tour is being held on Halloween weekend, pets (and their humans) are encouraged to dress in their holiday finest.
Pet-A-Palooza will kick off at 10:00 a.m. at the parking lot at Centerpoint Community Services, 2121 Fairfield Avenue, where there will be contests--Best Dressed Pet, Pet-Owner Look-a-Likes, etc. In addition, there will be dog treats and water for pets and cookies for humans.
The $5 per pet entry fee will be donated to Robinson's Rescue to help fund their low-cost spay and neuter program. Robinson's Rescue veterinarian Andrea Everson will be one of the contest judges.
In case of rain, the walk will be rescheduled to Sunday, October 31 at 2 p.m.
Sponsors of the event include the City of Shreveport, Centerpoint Community Services and Brookshire's. For more info and to take a look at the walk route, go to: www.fairfieldhistoricdistrict.org or call 221-1733.
Photo from Mardi Paws 2010 by Barbara Beaird.
Monday, September 27, 2010
April Dahm: revitalizing Texas Ave via the Maker's Fair and TACA, Texas Ave Community Assoc, describes work on Time for A Better Shreveport @ 5 pm on KSCL, 91.3 fm
April Dahm has been a student of life in Seattle (10 years), Chicago and Minneapolis, as well as observer of NYC and Boston during her years in Massachusetts and a previous resident of the Deep South through a tenure in Tampa.
She'll describe how she's applying her varied background to leadership in Shreveport on Time for A Better Shreveport at 5 pm on KSCL, 91.3 fm.
Dahm's well-informed nose for urban dynamics is part of the background of the Maker's Fair, a Texas Avenue event she is producing with artist Allison Dickson West.
The Maker's Fair dates are October 30th and November 6th.
The Texas Ave Community Association is a creation of Dahm and Texas Ave property owners such as David Nelson.
Join the discussion with hosts Robert Trudeau, Loren Demerath and Carolyn Manning with your question or remark by phoning 734-9101.
She'll describe how she's applying her varied background to leadership in Shreveport on Time for A Better Shreveport at 5 pm on KSCL, 91.3 fm.
Dahm's well-informed nose for urban dynamics is part of the background of the Maker's Fair, a Texas Avenue event she is producing with artist Allison Dickson West.
The Maker's Fair dates are October 30th and November 6th.
The Texas Ave Community Association is a creation of Dahm and Texas Ave property owners such as David Nelson.
Join the discussion with hosts Robert Trudeau, Loren Demerath and Carolyn Manning with your question or remark by phoning 734-9101.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Little Shanty Folk Art Gallery, Shreveport: Gumbo Gala 10 am to 8 pm on Sat, Sept 25
The Little Shanty Folk Art Gallery, says Robert Currie, is proud to host this year’s Louisiana Arts and Crafts Festival – Gumbo Gala : Food, Art and Music on September 25, 2010 10a – 8p at the Little Shanty Folk Art Gallery, 7102 Line Ave.
The event will feature south Louisiana Chef and caterer Albert Moore: art by artists from around the country and music provided by zydeco, jazz, bluegrass, R&B, and Country entertainers. Petting zoo sponsor by Little Shanty will be open for the little ones.
Admission is free to the public and parking is available.
The event will feature south Louisiana Chef and caterer Albert Moore: art by artists from around the country and music provided by zydeco, jazz, bluegrass, R&B, and Country entertainers. Petting zoo sponsor by Little Shanty will be open for the little ones.
Admission is free to the public and parking is available.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
New indie documentary, Jean-Michel Basquiat: the Radiant Child, to play at RFC Sat, Sept 25, and Sun, Sept 26
A new indie documentary, Jean-Michel Basquiat: the Radiant Child, will play at Robinson Film Center on Sat, Sept 25, 2:30 pm, and Sun, Sept 26, 3:30 pm.
"To me, an introduction from someone who cares about the subject of a film and can speak to its cultural value elevates the evening from a movie to more of an event," says Chris Jay. In that pursuit, he has invited Robert Trudeau to introduce the movie on Sat and Kelly McDade to speak about Basquiat and the film on Sun.
Trudeau teaches Fine Arts Survey at Caddo Magnet High and McDade teaches Intro to Fine Arts for BPCC. McDade is former manager of public art for SRAC. Trudeau was awarded the Multi-Disciplinary Fellowship by SRAC in 2008.
RFC.org.
"To me, an introduction from someone who cares about the subject of a film and can speak to its cultural value elevates the evening from a movie to more of an event," says Chris Jay. In that pursuit, he has invited Robert Trudeau to introduce the movie on Sat and Kelly McDade to speak about Basquiat and the film on Sun.
Trudeau teaches Fine Arts Survey at Caddo Magnet High and McDade teaches Intro to Fine Arts for BPCC. McDade is former manager of public art for SRAC. Trudeau was awarded the Multi-Disciplinary Fellowship by SRAC in 2008.
RFC.org.
Joel Schumacher, director, and Nicholas Cage, almost a Shreveport resident, to speak and air films at Robinson Film Center Sat, Sept 25, 5 pm
Iconic writer/director Joel Schumacher and Academy Award®-winning actor Nicolas Cage will be guests of honor as The Robinson Film Center presents a double-feature of Sonny (directed by Nicolas Cage, starring James Franco) and 8 MM (directed by Joel Schumacher, starring Nicolas Cage) on Saturday, September 25 at 5:00 PM.
Schumacher and Cage will participate in a live Q&A and present the evening's films.
Tickets are $125 each and are now on-sale.
All proceeds from this fundraiser screening will benefit the educational and cultural programs of The Robinson Film Center. To purchase tickets, call (318) 459-4122.
Specially-designed for this event, Abby Singer’s Bistro at The Robinson Film Center is offering a VIP Concessions Basket containing dinner, dessert, and wine for two, conveniently assembled for you in a basket on the night of the event.
At the requests of our guests, photography and video will not be allowed.
Schumacher and Cage will participate in a live Q&A and present the evening's films.
Tickets are $125 each and are now on-sale.
All proceeds from this fundraiser screening will benefit the educational and cultural programs of The Robinson Film Center. To purchase tickets, call (318) 459-4122.
Specially-designed for this event, Abby Singer’s Bistro at The Robinson Film Center is offering a VIP Concessions Basket containing dinner, dessert, and wine for two, conveniently assembled for you in a basket on the night of the event.
At the requests of our guests, photography and video will not be allowed.
Erik Champney's drama, Pangaea, opens @ MLP Thurs, Sept 23 and runs through the weekend; Ryan Williams directs
The world premiere of a drama by Erik Champney will be directed Ryan Williams on the Marjorie Lyons Playhouse stage, Centenary College.
It is called Pangaea and opens Th, Sept 23. It runs through the entire weekend at 8 pm with a 2 pm bell on Sunday.
$5-$12.
Box office: 869-5242.
Photo by Natasha Sebeyran.
It is called Pangaea and opens Th, Sept 23. It runs through the entire weekend at 8 pm with a 2 pm bell on Sunday.
$5-$12.
Box office: 869-5242.
Photo by Natasha Sebeyran.
Songs for Life benefit moved to Hurley Music Building, Anderson Aud, Centenary College, On Sept 24, 25, 7 pm
In a benefit for the Phoenix Fund for Shreveport Little Theater, Robert Darrow presents seven terrific singers with accompaniment by Daniel Ley.
The singers are Missy Wise, Emily Mwakitawa, Kaci Kimball, Nolan Budgewater, Adam Philley, Seth Taylor and Jared Watson.
Centenary College's Anderson Auditorium
Sept 24, 25, 7 pm
Donations
The singers are Missy Wise, Emily Mwakitawa, Kaci Kimball, Nolan Budgewater, Adam Philley, Seth Taylor and Jared Watson.
Centenary College's Anderson Auditorium
Sept 24, 25, 7 pm
Donations
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Emily Kaitz and a cornucopia of singer-guitarists on the Fairfield Studios autumn calendar
We've promised some concert friends a calendar, says Jim Huckabay, for the next few months, so here it is—although October 31 is not solid as of yet.
Sun, Oct 31 (tentative)
Emily Kaitz and Effron White from Fayetteville, Arkansas
Sat, Dec 4
The Waymores trio (Tom Kimmel and two friends)
Sat, Jan 22
Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines from Austin, TX
(A crowd favorite, returning for their 3rd or 4th performance)
Sat, Feb 19
The fairly famous Jesse Winchester!
House Concert Series
FairfieldStudios.com
Sun, Oct 31 (tentative)
Emily Kaitz and Effron White from Fayetteville, Arkansas
Sat, Dec 4
The Waymores trio (Tom Kimmel and two friends)
Sat, Jan 22
Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines from Austin, TX
(A crowd favorite, returning for their 3rd or 4th performance)
Sat, Feb 19
The fairly famous Jesse Winchester!
House Concert Series
FairfieldStudios.com
Tetrafusion and Gilbert & Sullivan Society? Progressive rock quartet performs their new album with reading by Gilbert & Sullivan Society at LSUS Black Box Theater on Sat, Sept 25, 8 pm
Imagine a concert of original music by progressive rock band Tetrafusion from their upcoming album 'Altered State' alongside a reading of a short story based on W.S. Gilbert's 'The Hooligan.' Not what you expected from Tetrafusion or from the G & S.
Presented by The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Northwest Louisiana, says John Goddard, this free performance is offered on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 8:00 PM at the Black Box Theatre in Bronson Hall on the campus of LSU-S.
"The Hooligan" is Sullivan's last written work. It takes a dark and cynical look at the life of a man condemned by his circumstances, says Goddard.
Free admission / Donations accepted
Presented by The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Northwest Louisiana, says John Goddard, this free performance is offered on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 8:00 PM at the Black Box Theatre in Bronson Hall on the campus of LSU-S.
"The Hooligan" is Sullivan's last written work. It takes a dark and cynical look at the life of a man condemned by his circumstances, says Goddard.
Free admission / Donations accepted
Anne Lockhart in the River City Rep production of Lion in Winter opens at Riverview Theater Wed, Sept 22, runs through Sept 26
The Lion In Winter, the season opener from River City Repertory Theater, stars Anne Lockheart as Eleanor with Ben Tyler as Henry, says Patric McWilliams.
Lockhart was seen as Lt. Sheba on the ABC series, Battlestar Galactica and has made frequent appearances on Law and Order, NCIS and JAG. Tyler is an actor from Phoenix and was seen in River City Rep’s premiere production The Little Foxes.
Also appearing will be Jonathan McVay, Logan Sledge, Luke Eddy, Jamie Norwood and Haley Young.
RiverView Theatre
600 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
September 22-25, 2010 - 7:30 PM
September 26, 2010 - 3:00 PM
Tickets: $35.00
318-868-5888
Lockhart was seen as Lt. Sheba on the ABC series, Battlestar Galactica and has made frequent appearances on Law and Order, NCIS and JAG. Tyler is an actor from Phoenix and was seen in River City Rep’s premiere production The Little Foxes.
Also appearing will be Jonathan McVay, Logan Sledge, Luke Eddy, Jamie Norwood and Haley Young.
RiverView Theatre
600 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway
September 22-25, 2010 - 7:30 PM
September 26, 2010 - 3:00 PM
Tickets: $35.00
318-868-5888
Actress Irma P Hall to be honored by the Southern Black Theatre Festival's screening of "Soul Food" at Robinson Film Center on Th, Sept 23, 7:30 pm
A screening of "Soul Food" by Onyx Cinema will bring forth another honor to veteran actress Irma P Hall, says Angelique Feaster. The movie is part of the week-long celebration called the Southern Black Theatre Festival.
"Soul Food" will be presented to festival goers Thurs, Sept 23, 7:30 pm, at Robinson Film Center, says the festival web site.
For questions about festival events, to volunteer or partner, contact the festival personnel at: info@southernblacktheatrefest.org
1-888-241-4ART(4278)
"Soul Food" will be presented to festival goers Thurs, Sept 23, 7:30 pm, at Robinson Film Center, says the festival web site.
For questions about festival events, to volunteer or partner, contact the festival personnel at: info@southernblacktheatrefest.org
1-888-241-4ART(4278)
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
SciPort allows visitors to Be The Dinosaur via interactive simulators; exhibit opens Fri, Sept 24
Visitors will have the chance to go beyond looking at dinosaur fossils and have the opportunity - at SciPort - to virtually Be The Dinosaur, says Karen Wissing.
The break-through lies in interactive, technology-driven dinosaur simulators.
Eureka Inquiry-Based Simulation Technology will allow visitors to fully experience dinosaurs in a entirely new way. By using one of the eight available dinosaur simulators, people of all ages will be able to control their Triceratops or Tyrannosaurus Rex in an environment so detailed that digital winds carry virtual odors and photorealistic flora grow and have their own nutritional values.
Hands-on activities led by Sci-Port staff to complement the exhibit will include:
- Fossils Throughout Time
- Design Your Own Dino
- Dig-and-Take Fossil Hunt
Those who grow hungry during the simulated dinosauristics will be able to recharge via a new food source at SciPort: a branch of Counter Culture. The latest outlet of the popular yogurt shop opened Sept 10.
More at Sciport.org.
The break-through lies in interactive, technology-driven dinosaur simulators.
Eureka Inquiry-Based Simulation Technology will allow visitors to fully experience dinosaurs in a entirely new way. By using one of the eight available dinosaur simulators, people of all ages will be able to control their Triceratops or Tyrannosaurus Rex in an environment so detailed that digital winds carry virtual odors and photorealistic flora grow and have their own nutritional values.
Hands-on activities led by Sci-Port staff to complement the exhibit will include:
- Fossils Throughout Time
- Design Your Own Dino
- Dig-and-Take Fossil Hunt
Those who grow hungry during the simulated dinosauristics will be able to recharge via a new food source at SciPort: a branch of Counter Culture. The latest outlet of the popular yogurt shop opened Sept 10.
More at Sciport.org.
Joel Harrison Trio at Artspace / Club Dantzic on Thurs, Sept 23, 6:30 pm til 10 pm
Ahead of premiering a chamber work at at the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA), the Joel Harrison Trio stops in downtown Shreveport.
This is the way life should be in Louisiana.
Harrison is among the Big Apple's interstellar players, working with numerous composers,including the eminent Paul Motian, and a long list of international performers, including Anupam Shobhakar.
Artspace, 710Texas St, has Harrison on Thurs night as part of the Club Dantzic exhibit.
$10
6:30 to 10 pm
Food and beverages available in the Cafe.'
Sample at joelharrison.com
This is the way life should be in Louisiana.
Harrison is among the Big Apple's interstellar players, working with numerous composers,including the eminent Paul Motian, and a long list of international performers, including Anupam Shobhakar.
Artspace, 710Texas St, has Harrison on Thurs night as part of the Club Dantzic exhibit.
$10
6:30 to 10 pm
Food and beverages available in the Cafe.'
Sample at joelharrison.com
Monday, September 20, 2010
Chris Jay chats about RFC on Time for A Better Shreveport on Monday at 5 pm, KSCL, 91.3 fm
Time for A Better Shreveport, the on-air current affairs program on KSCL, 91.3 fm, features an interview on Mon, Sept 20, with Robinson Film Center marketing whiz Chris Jay.
Topics to be assayed include
- The success of RFC with the Gay & Lesbian Film Fest and w John Waters.
- Encouraging diverse audiences.
- The young filmmaker outreach programs.
- LA Film Fest / Student Division
- Comparing Shreveport to other cities w RFC-like indie theaters.
- How to get involved at RFC.
- How to use Abby Singer's Bistro.
- The Downtown X: safety, parking, etc.
- Synergy on Tex St: work w Artspace, SUMAS, NXNWLA, the DDA, RR District
Hosts are Loren Demerath and Robert Trudeau.
Join the discussion with your question or remark by phoning 734-9101.
Topics to be assayed include
- The success of RFC with the Gay & Lesbian Film Fest and w John Waters.
- Encouraging diverse audiences.
- The young filmmaker outreach programs.
- LA Film Fest / Student Division
- Comparing Shreveport to other cities w RFC-like indie theaters.
- How to get involved at RFC.
- How to use Abby Singer's Bistro.
- The Downtown X: safety, parking, etc.
- Synergy on Tex St: work w Artspace, SUMAS, NXNWLA, the DDA, RR District
Hosts are Loren Demerath and Robert Trudeau.
Join the discussion with your question or remark by phoning 734-9101.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Return of the Velo Dendro Shreveport bicycle tour: roll at 8:45 am on Sat, Oct 23, says sponsoring Baton Rouge Advocates for Safe Streets
The Velo Dendro Shreveport Deux Tree Ride has been scheduled for Saturday, October 23, 2010, says local organizer Matthew Linn; 3030 Creswell St. (Kings Hwy at Creswell Avenue), Shreveport, (318) 425-3862;
Registration and prep for ride, 8.00 AM; Ride starts at 8.45 AM sharp.
We will get started early at Columbia Cafe, says Linn at the Velo Dendro Facebook site. From there we will roll over to Betty Virginia Park to join Shreveport Green in a tree planting as part of Shreveport Green's "Make a Difference Day" events. From there we will roll through the beautiful tree lined streets of South Highlands and Broadmoor and visit some of the City's most magnificent specimens, including the State Champion sycamore at A.C. Steere Park. We'll learn a little more about the trees, their care and their benefits. We will wind up the event with food and beverages at Columbia Cafe.
Children between 6 and 14 may be too large to ride on their parents bicycle and the distance (ten miles) may be too great for them if they ride their own bicycle. “Trail-a-bike” attachments allowing older children to ride behind a larger bike are welcome as are tandems. Please consider your child’s riding ability before registering for the tour.
Registration is $10 per rider.
Quite active in the capitol, BRASS has 3 autumn rides scheduled for those able to bring their bikes to Baton Rouge: the Velo du Potager, Sunday, October 10, the Velo Muerto el Tercero Historic Cemetery Ride, Sunday, October 31 and the Velo del Oro Treasures of LSU Ride on Sunday, on November 07.
They've also opened online registration for their events (there is an additional charge for the online service).
Questions about the rides? Please see the BRsafstreets.org site for the details:
The 2009 Velo Dendro, initiated by Linn and LSU forestry professor Hallie Dozier, drew a phenomenal 100 riders.
Registration and prep for ride, 8.00 AM; Ride starts at 8.45 AM sharp.
We will get started early at Columbia Cafe, says Linn at the Velo Dendro Facebook site. From there we will roll over to Betty Virginia Park to join Shreveport Green in a tree planting as part of Shreveport Green's "Make a Difference Day" events. From there we will roll through the beautiful tree lined streets of South Highlands and Broadmoor and visit some of the City's most magnificent specimens, including the State Champion sycamore at A.C. Steere Park. We'll learn a little more about the trees, their care and their benefits. We will wind up the event with food and beverages at Columbia Cafe.
Children between 6 and 14 may be too large to ride on their parents bicycle and the distance (ten miles) may be too great for them if they ride their own bicycle. “Trail-a-bike” attachments allowing older children to ride behind a larger bike are welcome as are tandems. Please consider your child’s riding ability before registering for the tour.
Registration is $10 per rider.
Quite active in the capitol, BRASS has 3 autumn rides scheduled for those able to bring their bikes to Baton Rouge: the Velo du Potager, Sunday, October 10, the Velo Muerto el Tercero Historic Cemetery Ride, Sunday, October 31 and the Velo del Oro Treasures of LSU Ride on Sunday, on November 07.
They've also opened online registration for their events (there is an additional charge for the online service).
Questions about the rides? Please see the BRsafstreets.org site for the details:
The 2009 Velo Dendro, initiated by Linn and LSU forestry professor Hallie Dozier, drew a phenomenal 100 riders.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Gamesmanship: Eleanor vs Henry in The Lion In Winter by River City Repertory Theater at Riverview Theater, Sept 22-26
River City Repertory Theatre, Shreveport/Bossier’s professional theatre company, will open its fifth season with The Lion In Winter.
It opens Sept 22 at Riverview Theater and plays through Sept 26, says Patric McWilliams.
Keenly self-aware and motivated as much by spite as by any sense of duty, Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine maneuver against each other to position one of their three sons next in line for the throne. The Tony Award-winning play was the basis for the 1968 Oscar-winning film starring Katherine Hepburn and Peter O’Toole.
Anne Lockhart will appear as Eleanor with BenTyler as Henry. Lockhart was seen as Lt. Sheba on the ABC series, Battlestar Galactica and has made frequent appearances on Law and Order, NCIS and JAG.
Tyler is an actor from Phoenix and was seen in River City Rep’s premiere production The Little Foxes.
Also appearing will be Jonathan McVay, Logan Sledge, Luke Eddy, Jamie Norwood and Haley Young.
Patric McWilliams will direct and design the sets and costumes. Light Design is by David Gipson. Sound and Music Design is by Kermit Poling. Chelsea Hockaday is the Production Stage Manager.
Riverview Theater
600 Clyde Fant Parkway
Downtown Shreveport across from the Barnwell Center
Sept 22, 23, 24, 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept 26 at 3 p.m.
$35.00
Rush Tickets for Students and Military are $10.00 thirty minutes prior to curtain with a valid I.D. No reservations may be made for Rush Tickets.
Box office: 318-868-5888, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
2829 Youree Drive, Suite #4
www.rivercityrep.org
It opens Sept 22 at Riverview Theater and plays through Sept 26, says Patric McWilliams.
Keenly self-aware and motivated as much by spite as by any sense of duty, Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine maneuver against each other to position one of their three sons next in line for the throne. The Tony Award-winning play was the basis for the 1968 Oscar-winning film starring Katherine Hepburn and Peter O’Toole.
Anne Lockhart will appear as Eleanor with BenTyler as Henry. Lockhart was seen as Lt. Sheba on the ABC series, Battlestar Galactica and has made frequent appearances on Law and Order, NCIS and JAG.
Tyler is an actor from Phoenix and was seen in River City Rep’s premiere production The Little Foxes.
Also appearing will be Jonathan McVay, Logan Sledge, Luke Eddy, Jamie Norwood and Haley Young.
Patric McWilliams will direct and design the sets and costumes. Light Design is by David Gipson. Sound and Music Design is by Kermit Poling. Chelsea Hockaday is the Production Stage Manager.
Riverview Theater
600 Clyde Fant Parkway
Downtown Shreveport across from the Barnwell Center
Sept 22, 23, 24, 25 at 7:30 p.m. and Sept 26 at 3 p.m.
$35.00
Rush Tickets for Students and Military are $10.00 thirty minutes prior to curtain with a valid I.D. No reservations may be made for Rush Tickets.
Box office: 318-868-5888, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
2829 Youree Drive, Suite #4
www.rivercityrep.org
Singer-guitarist Laurie McClain in concert Sunday, September 19, 7:00 pm at Fairfield Studios
Hear singer-guitarist laurie McClain in concert Sunday, September 19, 7:00 pm at Fairfield Studios, 1510 Fairfield Avenue, says Jim Huckabay.
Listen to the woman's tunes at lauriemcclain.com
Your reservation helps with food preparation and seating.
Reservations at: reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 219-7688
Listen to the woman's tunes at lauriemcclain.com
Your reservation helps with food preparation and seating.
Reservations at: reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 219-7688
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Organist Tom Trenney on the 5-manual Moeller at First United Methodist with Laural & Hardy and Buster Keaton on Sun, Sept 19, 7 pm
Back in the 1920s, the most fun most folks had was going to the movies - the silent movies! And in the big movie palaces, says Fred McClanahan, those movies were accompanied by a great theater pipe organ. The organist, always a master of improvisation, provided much of the emotion and and excitement of the film with scene-appropriate music and sound effects.
You, your parents, your grandparents, and your kids have an opportunity to see and "hear" great silent films the way few of us ever have.
Please take my word for it, says McCanahan - This Will be a Fun Evening.
Sunday, September 19th, at 7 p.m., the North Louisiana Chapter of the American Guild of Organists in cooperation with the Robinson Film Center will present Tom Trenney in a Free concert in the Sanctuary of First United Methodist Church in Shreveport.
Tom will present a light concert of popular organ works followed by films featuring Laurel and Hardy and Buster Keaton.
Tom will be playing the splendid 5-manual Moeller organ - - 5,000+ pipes! Just hearing this amazing instrument is a treat.
You, your parents, your grandparents, and your kids have an opportunity to see and "hear" great silent films the way few of us ever have.
Please take my word for it, says McCanahan - This Will be a Fun Evening.
Sunday, September 19th, at 7 p.m., the North Louisiana Chapter of the American Guild of Organists in cooperation with the Robinson Film Center will present Tom Trenney in a Free concert in the Sanctuary of First United Methodist Church in Shreveport.
Tom will present a light concert of popular organ works followed by films featuring Laurel and Hardy and Buster Keaton.
Tom will be playing the splendid 5-manual Moeller organ - - 5,000+ pipes! Just hearing this amazing instrument is a treat.
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