"So, I point to the pile of pine needles going the length of the fence
in my dear, sweet neighbor's yard," said Loren Demerath. "And I said to Jon Soul, 'Well, I figure it gives a habitat to whatever rodents that'd otherwise be up in my attic. And to the snakes that eat 'em, I suppose.'"
"Then I said," said Demerath," 'But, nonetheless, I dunno, you know? I want to say something to him.'"
"Actually," Soul said, "he's doing a good thing there. That'll stop
the runoff of water down the hill and will eventually become good top
soil. He'll be able to plant stuff right in that."
"Really?!"
"So, for those, like me, eager to know more, just thought I'd remind
everyone that Jon Soul will be demonstrating the wonders of compost on Saturday, from 9 to 11, next to Centenary Square (sorta' behind the
Kung Fu place across from George's). Should be enriching!"
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
The Sound of Music: Academy of Children's Theater, Shreveport, opens at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse Thurs, May 1, 7 pm, for 8 performances
The Academy of Children's Theater version of the Sound of Music runs from May 1 - 4 and May 8 - 11, says Tyler Northen. A veteran of ACT shows, he adds -
* Thursday through Saturday the show starts at 7:00, and there is a matinee on both Sundays at two o'clock.
* Call (318) 869-5242 if you would like to order tickets or for any other questions concerning tickets.
* Tickets are twenty bucks a pop for students, children, and seniors. Tickets are twenty-five for adults.
* The location is Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, Centenary College.
The cast:
Maria Rainier: Bridget Winder
Captain Von Trapp: Mike Martindale
Max Detweiler: Tyler Northen
Elsa Schraeder: Jenny Taunton
Liesl: Ella Watkins
Friedrich: Christian Dantes
Louisa: Megan Tinsley
Kurt: John Peyton Pou
Brigitta: Megan Crews
Marta: Brooke Reedy
Gretl: Lucia Boyd
Mother Abbess: Mary Humphries
Other Nuns: Peggy Albritton, Meredith Little, Debbie Dupuy
Rolf: Holt Kirkindoll
Franz: Bill Pou
Frau Schmidt: SaraBeth Hennessey
Herr Zeller: Steve Beyer
Northen finishes, "Of course, all the classic songs are going to be in the show. There is a song that's not from the movie that Jenny Taunton (Elsa) and I (Max) sing. But all in all it's going to be a really great show. It's been put together so well and the Centenary tech crew has just been so cooperative."
* Thursday through Saturday the show starts at 7:00, and there is a matinee on both Sundays at two o'clock.
* Call (318) 869-5242 if you would like to order tickets or for any other questions concerning tickets.
* Tickets are twenty bucks a pop for students, children, and seniors. Tickets are twenty-five for adults.
* The location is Marjorie Lyons Playhouse, Centenary College.
The cast:
Maria Rainier: Bridget Winder
Captain Von Trapp: Mike Martindale
Max Detweiler: Tyler Northen
Elsa Schraeder: Jenny Taunton
Liesl: Ella Watkins
Friedrich: Christian Dantes
Louisa: Megan Tinsley
Kurt: John Peyton Pou
Brigitta: Megan Crews
Marta: Brooke Reedy
Gretl: Lucia Boyd
Mother Abbess: Mary Humphries
Other Nuns: Peggy Albritton, Meredith Little, Debbie Dupuy
Rolf: Holt Kirkindoll
Franz: Bill Pou
Frau Schmidt: SaraBeth Hennessey
Herr Zeller: Steve Beyer
Northen finishes, "Of course, all the classic songs are going to be in the show. There is a song that's not from the movie that Jenny Taunton (Elsa) and I (Max) sing. But all in all it's going to be a really great show. It's been put together so well and the Centenary tech crew has just been so cooperative."
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Indie film Radiant City presented by minicine at Columbia Cafe, Shreveport, on Mon, May 5, 7 pmish
The indie movie Radiant City says, "Sprawl is eating the planet - and the kids are getting restless. Welcome to the neighborhood!" David Nelson says,"A must-see for anyone interested in the form of the cities we call home."
minicine? will screen the new documentary Radiant City by the Canadian duo, Gary Burns and Jim Brown, at the Columbia Cafe, Mon, May 5. Doors open at 7 pm.
A $5 donation is requested and will go to benefit the newly formed Shreveport Historic Preservation Society. A cash coffee and wine bar will be available.
minicine? will screen the new documentary Radiant City by the Canadian duo, Gary Burns and Jim Brown, at the Columbia Cafe, Mon, May 5. Doors open at 7 pm.
A $5 donation is requested and will go to benefit the newly formed Shreveport Historic Preservation Society. A cash coffee and wine bar will be available.
Michelle & John Laws, Canadian singers, return to Fairfield Studios on
Back to Shreveport from Canada (via Nashville), is one of Fairfield Studios most asked-for duos, John & Michelle Law, says Vic Phares. The duo will perform Sunday, May 4.
John plays guitar, mandolin and harmonica while Michelle lays down a solid bass line. They both deliver sweet vocals and tight harmonies.
Sunday night concerts at Fairfield start early - 7 pm - and end early. The food, optional and by additional donation, is by Rachel of A Stone's Throw Cafe & Catering.
Email reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 220-0400.
Having caught their act last time around I can highly recommend the Laws show. They are witty, yes, but they've got that beat inside them and it comes out in the music. When Michelle needs to thump the Fender Precision for an uptempo rockabilly number the show gets righteous.
John plays guitar, mandolin and harmonica while Michelle lays down a solid bass line. They both deliver sweet vocals and tight harmonies.
Sunday night concerts at Fairfield start early - 7 pm - and end early. The food, optional and by additional donation, is by Rachel of A Stone's Throw Cafe & Catering.
Email reservations@fairfieldstudios.com or call 220-0400.
Having caught their act last time around I can highly recommend the Laws show. They are witty, yes, but they've got that beat inside them and it comes out in the music. When Michelle needs to thump the Fender Precision for an uptempo rockabilly number the show gets righteous.
Monday, April 28, 2008
Buddy Flett benefit headlined by Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Strand Theater, Shreveport
While there were a few too many good guitarists on the Strand stage in the Benefit for Buddy Flett on Sun night, the audience survived. One backstage picker noted wryly that the situation is called, "Too many cocks in the henhouse."
Not having seen all the acts, I can only report that Jerry Beach, ubercool singer and bandleader, slew the dragon with his sultry approach to the blues. The platonic player of pentatonics under my purview was, however, Jason Coffield. Whether picking fills or building a slide solo, Coffield was the evening's master of style and taste.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd demonstrated again that he's a savvy entertainer. He has his own sense of how to serve sonic fried chicken and black-eyed peas. His stuff, like that of Hendrix and Vaughn, comes from the church and the juke joint. Have mercy.
While it was a well-attended Benefit for Buddy - and his rehab is going reasonably well - there's nothing wrong with helping a bit more. Bruce Flett says, "Thanks to everyone who has sent cards and contribution$. Buddy's expenses are mounting. Checks payable to Buddy Flett, mailed to P O Box 4641, Shreveport, LA 71134 are much appreciated."
Photos of some of the action at the Strand have been posted at ShreveportFaces.
Not having seen all the acts, I can only report that Jerry Beach, ubercool singer and bandleader, slew the dragon with his sultry approach to the blues. The platonic player of pentatonics under my purview was, however, Jason Coffield. Whether picking fills or building a slide solo, Coffield was the evening's master of style and taste.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd demonstrated again that he's a savvy entertainer. He has his own sense of how to serve sonic fried chicken and black-eyed peas. His stuff, like that of Hendrix and Vaughn, comes from the church and the juke joint. Have mercy.
While it was a well-attended Benefit for Buddy - and his rehab is going reasonably well - there's nothing wrong with helping a bit more. Bruce Flett says, "Thanks to everyone who has sent cards and contribution$. Buddy's expenses are mounting. Checks payable to Buddy Flett, mailed to P O Box 4641, Shreveport, LA 71134 are much appreciated."
Photos of some of the action at the Strand have been posted at ShreveportFaces.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Elegant, informative events calender debuts this week; guide to arts and commercial fun in Shreveport and Bossier
It is called the Shreveport Bossier Fun Guide. The classy look and convenience embodied in its design is going to make this online super-guide quite useful for the populace and tourists of the river cities.
Concerts, art shows, races, dances, family and kid-oriented fun: there's a place for almost every kind of event at the Fun Guide.
One of the smartest things about ShreveportBossierFunGuide.com is that events producers themselves feed the calendar. The efficiency of such a system makes it a leap ahead for the area.
Most of the input of info is 1-2-3. The downsizing of photos to more or less a thumbnail size might be a new technique for some. Wendy Benscoter, Pat Gill and myself are ready to help you get comfortable with every part of the process.
Walk through the guided process at shreveportbossierfunguide.com/addevent.php.
And please nip over to Shrevearts.org for a set of guidelines that will take care of your questions.
Concerts, art shows, races, dances, family and kid-oriented fun: there's a place for almost every kind of event at the Fun Guide.
One of the smartest things about ShreveportBossierFunGuide.com is that events producers themselves feed the calendar. The efficiency of such a system makes it a leap ahead for the area.
Most of the input of info is 1-2-3. The downsizing of photos to more or less a thumbnail size might be a new technique for some. Wendy Benscoter, Pat Gill and myself are ready to help you get comfortable with every part of the process.
Walk through the guided process at shreveportbossierfunguide.com/addevent.php.
And please nip over to Shrevearts.org for a set of guidelines that will take care of your questions.
Downtown bargain: combine Shreveport Symphony Orchestra concert and Robinson Film Center Gala tickets on Sat, May 3 and synergize
For arts lovers the decision to go to the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra's concert, Ocular Odyssey, or to attend the gala that inaugurates the Robinson Film Center has seemed an either-or situation.
Both take place Sat, May 3.
But the marketeers at the SSO and RFC have created an acquisition and merger ticket: subscribers or single ticket purchasers to the SSO concert may purchase a half-price ticket to the RFC Gala, valid for post-concert admission to the RFC (after 9 pm).
My top hat is being doffed to Scott Green and John Grindley, the Saturday night chefs.
First stop: 318-227-8863
Both take place Sat, May 3.
But the marketeers at the SSO and RFC have created an acquisition and merger ticket: subscribers or single ticket purchasers to the SSO concert may purchase a half-price ticket to the RFC Gala, valid for post-concert admission to the RFC (after 9 pm).
My top hat is being doffed to Scott Green and John Grindley, the Saturday night chefs.
First stop: 318-227-8863
Artspace / Spaceart opens May 3, 5:30 pm, at Artspace Shreveport; see the latest from William Joyce
One panel of a triptych created by William Joyce, moviemaker-artist and artistic director of Artspace Shreveport, accompanies this post. For more art by Joyce and 7 of the best of this region's artists, slip down to Artspace, 710 Texas, Friday, May 3, after 5:30 pm.
The project was initiated by Shreveport Symphony maestro Michael Butterman as a fusion between visual artists and the orchestra.
Buttermand and Joyce, with the aid of Pam Atchison, commissioned 8 new works based upon interpretations of Holst's symphony The Planets. The commissions:
Saturn: Nadine Charity
Uranus: Jane Heggen
Mercury: Don Alexander
Neptune: Laura Noland - Harter
Jupiter: Michael Harold
Mars: Bill Joyce
Venus: Mary Louise Porter
The exhibit will oscillate Through June 14.
And look for a connection at the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra's concert at 7:30 pm the same night, Riverview Theater. Called Ocular Odyssey, it will integrate some part of the visual artists' work in its performance of The Planets, by Holst.
The project was initiated by Shreveport Symphony maestro Michael Butterman as a fusion between visual artists and the orchestra.
Buttermand and Joyce, with the aid of Pam Atchison, commissioned 8 new works based upon interpretations of Holst's symphony The Planets. The commissions:
Saturn: Nadine Charity
Uranus: Jane Heggen
Mercury: Don Alexander
Neptune: Laura Noland - Harter
Jupiter: Michael Harold
Mars: Bill Joyce
Venus: Mary Louise Porter
The exhibit will oscillate Through June 14.
And look for a connection at the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra's concert at 7:30 pm the same night, Riverview Theater. Called Ocular Odyssey, it will integrate some part of the visual artists' work in its performance of The Planets, by Holst.
Labyrinths & Ley lines: Cari Bennett Bollinger work inspired by ancient and sacred patterns at Barnwell Center, Shreveport
Cari Bennett Bollinger's art show at Barnwell Center is entitled “Invisible Roads: The Art of Sacred Geometry.” It will be on view through Sun, May 18, says Freda Powell.
The inspiration for the series came from Cari’s exploration of the Christian labyrinth – a prayer walk path found in some ancient churches such as the Chartres Cathedral in France. Her exploration, says Powell, led her to explore the concept of “sacred geometry” – geometric patterns often used in sacred art and architecture.
Also on exhibit at the Barnwell Center is “Portraits in Pastel” highlighting the work of Christie Saye Cassell. A reception will be held in honor of her portrait work on Sun, May 4, 2 - 4 pm.
Barnwell: Tues through Fri, 10 am to 4 pm;
Sat, 10 am to 5 pm;
Sun, 1 pm to 5 pm.
318-673-7703.
The inspiration for the series came from Cari’s exploration of the Christian labyrinth – a prayer walk path found in some ancient churches such as the Chartres Cathedral in France. Her exploration, says Powell, led her to explore the concept of “sacred geometry” – geometric patterns often used in sacred art and architecture.
Also on exhibit at the Barnwell Center is “Portraits in Pastel” highlighting the work of Christie Saye Cassell. A reception will be held in honor of her portrait work on Sun, May 4, 2 - 4 pm.
Barnwell: Tues through Fri, 10 am to 4 pm;
Sat, 10 am to 5 pm;
Sun, 1 pm to 5 pm.
318-673-7703.
Benefit for Buddy Flett at the Strand Theater, Shreveport, Sun, Ap 27, 7 pm
A Benefit for Buddy features Shreveport-raised pop-blues star Kenny Wayne Shepherd and blues legend Hubert Sumlin.
The warm-up includes a whole world of local players - pretty much an all-star session of contributors.
Will playing on the Strand stage have a galvanizing effect on these performers? Sadly, the cramped seats and modest aisles of the Strand are not particularly cool for responding to rock and R n B. Regardless, we can clap our hands small, large and even obnoxiously.
$25 to $35; $100, VIP ticket,
(318) 226-8555
www.thestrandtheatre.com.
The warm-up includes a whole world of local players - pretty much an all-star session of contributors.
Will playing on the Strand stage have a galvanizing effect on these performers? Sadly, the cramped seats and modest aisles of the Strand are not particularly cool for responding to rock and R n B. Regardless, we can clap our hands small, large and even obnoxiously.
$25 to $35; $100, VIP ticket,
(318) 226-8555
www.thestrandtheatre.com.
Does the most original and charming art come from youths? See it at ArtBreak Fest in the Shreveport Convention Center Fri, May 2 through Sun, May 4
Artbreak Festival is a cornucopia of student activity including music, drama, poetry and visual art. The color and energy explode at the Shreveport Convention Center.
Artbreak has a kinship to Jazzfest in that you don't really have to know anyone who's exhibiting or have a schedule of performances. You simply go when you can and allow yourself to be overwhelmed by the
gigantic wall of polychrome expression. It will make you a believer in Shreveport and the power of area schools to develop modern communications skills.
Friday, May 2: 5 pm - 9 pm
Sat, May 3: 10 am - 9 pm
Sun, May 4: noon - 6 pm
No charge. Info: 673-6500
Above: top students at Caddo Magnet who are, additionally, skillful artists: Jack Waterman and Carmen Ortiz.
Artbreak has a kinship to Jazzfest in that you don't really have to know anyone who's exhibiting or have a schedule of performances. You simply go when you can and allow yourself to be overwhelmed by the
gigantic wall of polychrome expression. It will make you a believer in Shreveport and the power of area schools to develop modern communications skills.
Friday, May 2: 5 pm - 9 pm
Sat, May 3: 10 am - 9 pm
Sun, May 4: noon - 6 pm
No charge. Info: 673-6500
Above: top students at Caddo Magnet who are, additionally, skillful artists: Jack Waterman and Carmen Ortiz.
Friday, April 25, 2008
Laird and Lornell, editors of Shreveport Sounds in Black and White, to sign books and chat at Barnes & Noble Shreveport, 2 to 4 pm, Sun, Ap 27
Amazon.com says of the book Shreveport Sounds in Black and White: "To borrow words from Stan "The Record Man" Lewis, Shreveport, Louisiana, is one of this nation's most important "regional-sound cities." Its musical distinctiveness has been shaped by individuals and ensembles, record label and radio station owners, announcers and disc jockeys, club owners and sound engineers, music journalists, and musicians."
Shreveport Sounds in Black and White was edited by Kip Lornell and former Shreveporter Tracey Widiger Laird. They will sign books and chat about music at Barnes & Noble Sun, Ap 27, from 2 to 4 pm.
"Shreveport Sounds is a collection of scholarly and popular writing that covers people like Leadbelly and Hank Williams, and such lesser-known names as Taylor-Griggs Melody Makers and Eddie Giles. New writing explores the famed Louisiana Hayride, musicians Jimmie Davis and Dale Hawkins, local disc jockey "Dandy Don" Logan, and KWKH studio sound engineer Bob Sullivan," says Amazon.
Kip Lornell is co-author of The Life and Legend of Leadbelly. As a person who has read the book several times, I can recommend it as a coloful and even-handed version of Ledbetter's life.
Tracey Laird, professor at Agnes Scott College, is also the author of Louisiana Hayride: Radio and Roots Music along the Red River. An alum of Caddo Magnet HS, Laird got her PhD in ethnomusicology from the University of Michigan.
Shreveport Sounds in Black and White was edited by Kip Lornell and former Shreveporter Tracey Widiger Laird. They will sign books and chat about music at Barnes & Noble Sun, Ap 27, from 2 to 4 pm.
"Shreveport Sounds is a collection of scholarly and popular writing that covers people like Leadbelly and Hank Williams, and such lesser-known names as Taylor-Griggs Melody Makers and Eddie Giles. New writing explores the famed Louisiana Hayride, musicians Jimmie Davis and Dale Hawkins, local disc jockey "Dandy Don" Logan, and KWKH studio sound engineer Bob Sullivan," says Amazon.
Kip Lornell is co-author of The Life and Legend of Leadbelly. As a person who has read the book several times, I can recommend it as a coloful and even-handed version of Ledbetter's life.
Tracey Laird, professor at Agnes Scott College, is also the author of Louisiana Hayride: Radio and Roots Music along the Red River. An alum of Caddo Magnet HS, Laird got her PhD in ethnomusicology from the University of Michigan.
Global Tai chi and Qi Gong Day in Betty Virginia Park, Shreveport, 9 to 11 am Sat, April 26
On April 26th, 2008 at 10 am, beginning in the Earth's earliest time zone, a peaceful, soothing event will unfold, says Sifu Janis Gabriel. It will bloom around the Earth throughout the entire day- time zone by time zone. Gently and effortlessly the world will breathe together in a T'ai Chi & Qigong relay of calm.
At 10:00 am (local time) Shreveport will join the celebration by continuing the world-wide wave of healing movement.
Led by Sifu Janis Gabriel of the Phoenix Virtue Temple, festivities will begin in Betty Virginia Park (Line Avenue at Ockley) at 9:00 am with warm-up exercise and Qigong practice prior to T’ai Chi which will begin at precisely 10:00 am. World-wide, this event spans over 60 nations on 6 continents in over 700 cities – come be a part of the energy, the education, the healing, the fun!!!
Sifu Gabriel: helung@comcast.net or telephone at (318) 227-0744/834-0445.
www.worldtaichiday.org.
In case of rain, the event will move indoors to Phoenix Virtue Temple, 2601 Highland Avenue (corner of Highland and Robinson).
At 10:00 am (local time) Shreveport will join the celebration by continuing the world-wide wave of healing movement.
Led by Sifu Janis Gabriel of the Phoenix Virtue Temple, festivities will begin in Betty Virginia Park (Line Avenue at Ockley) at 9:00 am with warm-up exercise and Qigong practice prior to T’ai Chi which will begin at precisely 10:00 am. World-wide, this event spans over 60 nations on 6 continents in over 700 cities – come be a part of the energy, the education, the healing, the fun!!!
Sifu Gabriel: helung@comcast.net or telephone at (318) 227-0744/834-0445.
www.worldtaichiday.org.
In case of rain, the event will move indoors to Phoenix Virtue Temple, 2601 Highland Avenue (corner of Highland and Robinson).
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Paintings by Carole Berry, Carol Flori and Cindy Holmes in Bossier Arts Council Gallery til May 1
Three painters from East Texas have brought a world of thought, expertise and insight to the Bossier Arts Council Gallery this month. They are Carole Berry, Carol Flori and Cindy Holmes.
Their show is called The Three C's and I hope you'll pardon me if I suggest the title is not adequate for their skill and soul. They are standout artists. And they have become part of the Shreveport-Bossier scene.
318-741-8310
Their show is called The Three C's and I hope you'll pardon me if I suggest the title is not adequate for their skill and soul. They are standout artists. And they have become part of the Shreveport-Bossier scene.
318-741-8310
Future of Baroque Artists of Shreveport uncertain after concert Sun, April 28, 3 pm, Anderson Auditorium, Centenary College
Some of the sweetest performers in the region take the stage for the final concert of the season Sun afternoon, Ap 28. The Baroque Artists of Shreveport will play Vivaldi, Telemann and Bach in the Anderson Auditorium, Hurley Music Building, Centenary College.
The program points out that "Due to the difficulties facing the Shreveport Symphony core musicians, the future of the Baroque Artists is uncertain."
Performers include -
Sally Horak, flute
Theresa Zale, oboe
Laura Crawford, violin
Chris Reed, violin
Adrienne Gabriel, viola
Todd Gabriel, viola
Ruth Drummond, cello
Gay Grosz and Don Smith, harpsichord-continuo.
Free and open to the public.
3 pm
The program points out that "Due to the difficulties facing the Shreveport Symphony core musicians, the future of the Baroque Artists is uncertain."
Performers include -
Sally Horak, flute
Theresa Zale, oboe
Laura Crawford, violin
Chris Reed, violin
Adrienne Gabriel, viola
Todd Gabriel, viola
Ruth Drummond, cello
Gay Grosz and Don Smith, harpsichord-continuo.
Free and open to the public.
3 pm
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
SRAC Artist Fellowships seek distinguished practitioners via no nonsense applications and professional jurors; deadline Mon, May 19, 4 pm
The SRAC artist fellowships are designed to recognize artistic excellence, says Pam Atchison: " It is the intent of the Shreveport Regional Arts Council to acknowledge distinguished fellows of the highest caliber in each discipline of the arts."
The deadline for applications is Mon, May 19, 2008, 4 pm.
The prize of $2500 favors those who both have their artwork and paperwork well tended. See both a document and guidelines - SRAC is serious about each stipulation - online at www.shrevearts.org.
Professional jurors, recommended by the SRAC Juried Artists’ Roster, make the selections. Jurors have the option not to award a fellowship in a category.
The disciplines include the following:
- Dance: Performance or Choreography
- Literature: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Poetry
- Music: Vocal Performance, Instrumental Performance, Composition
- Theatre: Playwriting, Acting, Directing
- Visual Arts: Please refer to the application for a full list.
- Multi-Disciplinary: Using more than one arts discipline in non-traditional ways or to create a new work.
Assistance in the apllication: Vickie Marshall, Community Development Director of the Shreveport Regional Arts Council at (318) 673-6500 or email cdc@shrevearts.org.
The deadline for applications is Mon, May 19, 2008, 4 pm.
The prize of $2500 favors those who both have their artwork and paperwork well tended. See both a document and guidelines - SRAC is serious about each stipulation - online at www.shrevearts.org.
Professional jurors, recommended by the SRAC Juried Artists’ Roster, make the selections. Jurors have the option not to award a fellowship in a category.
The disciplines include the following:
- Dance: Performance or Choreography
- Literature: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Poetry
- Music: Vocal Performance, Instrumental Performance, Composition
- Theatre: Playwriting, Acting, Directing
- Visual Arts: Please refer to the application for a full list.
- Multi-Disciplinary: Using more than one arts discipline in non-traditional ways or to create a new work.
Assistance in the apllication: Vickie Marshall, Community Development Director of the Shreveport Regional Arts Council at (318) 673-6500 or email cdc@shrevearts.org.
Monday, April 21, 2008
Shreveport Opera presents La Traviata, the fallen one, on Sat, Ap 26, 7:30 pm, Riverview Theater
"La traviata" means literally The Woman Who Strayed, or perhaps more figuratively, The Fallen One, says Wkipedia.org.
Shreveport Opera presents this classic Sat, April 26, 7:30 pm, at Riverview Theater. It is artistic director Eric Dilner's last work as the chef for Shreveport Opera.
A cast belissimo will bring to life Verdi's music and portray the story of Violetta, the courtesan, and her hot-headed lover, Alfredo.
Tickets: 227-9503
Shreveport Opera presents this classic Sat, April 26, 7:30 pm, at Riverview Theater. It is artistic director Eric Dilner's last work as the chef for Shreveport Opera.
A cast belissimo will bring to life Verdi's music and portray the story of Violetta, the courtesan, and her hot-headed lover, Alfredo.
Tickets: 227-9503
Studying the near future: A Better Shreveport bicycle group joins tour of Community Gardens
Among the Community Gardens being toured by a small group of gardeners and community-building supporters on Sunday were -
1 Allendale (Allen at Buena Vista)
2 Highland (Herndon at Stephens)
3 Centenary (Oak at Rutherford)
4 Cedar Grove (73rd at Line)
5 CCCP 38 (Woodrow at Bernstein)
6 Sankofa (Tulane at McWillie)
The discussions were about how to win the good will of a neighborhood and whether to fence or not.
The bicyclists, being led by Maurice Loridans - an advocate for bicycle commuting - were surprised at their ability to make each section of the ride into a pleasant experience.
In the works is a map of the gardens and a recommended walking or bicycling tour.
The tour - the non-bikers rode a small bus - was an exploration and not advertised to the public.
More info at A Better Shreveport Blog and Shane Bevel's blog. Photos at Shreveport Faces.
1 Allendale (Allen at Buena Vista)
2 Highland (Herndon at Stephens)
3 Centenary (Oak at Rutherford)
4 Cedar Grove (73rd at Line)
5 CCCP 38 (Woodrow at Bernstein)
6 Sankofa (Tulane at McWillie)
The discussions were about how to win the good will of a neighborhood and whether to fence or not.
The bicyclists, being led by Maurice Loridans - an advocate for bicycle commuting - were surprised at their ability to make each section of the ride into a pleasant experience.
In the works is a map of the gardens and a recommended walking or bicycling tour.
The tour - the non-bikers rode a small bus - was an exploration and not advertised to the public.
More info at A Better Shreveport Blog and Shane Bevel's blog. Photos at Shreveport Faces.
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Bike movement grows in Shreveport via Centenary College and Regions Bank, says Jon Schleuss
Writes Jon Schleuss via his KSCL.fm blog:
Biking efforts in Shreveport are taking off and Centenary College is a part of that. On Wednesday, Regions Bank donated eight green bicycles to Centenary, furthering sustainable transportation efforts on campus.
The idea originated from Bill Anderson, Chairman of Centenary's Board of Trustees. Anderson talked to Keith Crissman, of Regions, about his idea to bring bikes to Centenary. This fit perfectly with Regions' new marketing campaign and mission to the community, "to make life better for associates, customers, and communities." Regions Bank has donated "life green" bikes elsewhere, Birmingham-Southern College and Baton Rouge's YMCA are two recent examples.
At Centenary, the bikes will be located near the Student Union Building. Interested students, faculty, and staff can turn in their Centenary IDs to check out a bike. They'll be given a key to unlock the bike, along with a bright green helmet. Interested bikers will check-out bikes to travel off campus, most likely.
This has coincided perfectly with the new bike racks DPS installed this past week, funded by the Centenary Muses.
For more information, contact Lori Bradshaw, Student Life, or Jeanne Hamming, Centenary Environmental Association.
Biking efforts in Shreveport are taking off and Centenary College is a part of that. On Wednesday, Regions Bank donated eight green bicycles to Centenary, furthering sustainable transportation efforts on campus.
The idea originated from Bill Anderson, Chairman of Centenary's Board of Trustees. Anderson talked to Keith Crissman, of Regions, about his idea to bring bikes to Centenary. This fit perfectly with Regions' new marketing campaign and mission to the community, "to make life better for associates, customers, and communities." Regions Bank has donated "life green" bikes elsewhere, Birmingham-Southern College and Baton Rouge's YMCA are two recent examples.
At Centenary, the bikes will be located near the Student Union Building. Interested students, faculty, and staff can turn in their Centenary IDs to check out a bike. They'll be given a key to unlock the bike, along with a bright green helmet. Interested bikers will check-out bikes to travel off campus, most likely.
This has coincided perfectly with the new bike racks DPS installed this past week, funded by the Centenary Muses.
For more information, contact Lori Bradshaw, Student Life, or Jeanne Hamming, Centenary Environmental Association.
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Poi performance by Sarah McDonald, Torontoan, in a Columbia Park spinjam on Sun, Ap 20, after dusk
Poi, not the Hawaiian mashed taro but the fashionable form of juggling performance, has spread among the hipper climes. Fire poi, says Wikipedia.org, is considered the ultimate form of the sport. Poi migrated from Maori culture into the global culture. And Sarah McDonald recently migrated from Toronto to Shreveport, and has brought a background in poi. She will perform fire poi - as Little D - Sunday night in Columbia Park.
McDonald wants to see a spinjam evolve: an evening of informal performances, potluck supper, art hung on clothelines. She hopes that it will grow under the full moon into a monthly event.
Tim Marshall, an excellent songwriter and performer who does a regular at nearby Columbia Cafe, will sing. Matthew Linn, Caddo Commissioner, will have the event under his wing. There may be bellydance performances, impromptu painting (McDonald's step-mom is yoga-art teacher Pam Viviano), and a drum circle.
Says McDonald, "I've been talking to people here about 2 months. A lot of them are very enthusiastic about the possibilities of this informal event."
5 pm to 9ish
firecircle.shreveport@gmail.com
McDonald wants to see a spinjam evolve: an evening of informal performances, potluck supper, art hung on clothelines. She hopes that it will grow under the full moon into a monthly event.
Tim Marshall, an excellent songwriter and performer who does a regular at nearby Columbia Cafe, will sing. Matthew Linn, Caddo Commissioner, will have the event under his wing. There may be bellydance performances, impromptu painting (McDonald's step-mom is yoga-art teacher Pam Viviano), and a drum circle.
Says McDonald, "I've been talking to people here about 2 months. A lot of them are very enthusiastic about the possibilities of this informal event."
5 pm to 9ish
firecircle.shreveport@gmail.com
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