"Our musical travel film, "Hello Louisiana," will be presented at the Robinson Film Center at noon on Saturday, July 3rd," Says Monty Brown. "It's a chance to see what we've been up to during the past ten years while we've been traversing the US, Canada & Europe, making and showing travel films."
"There will be a Cajun buffet catered by Abbie Singer's Bistro to accompany the mouth-watering movie. Dessert — Bread Pudding from the recipe by Baton Rouge celebrity chef Don Bergeron (featured in the film) — will be served at Intermission."
"The film is a warm, impressionistic portrait of Louisiana: blues, folk, festivals, Cajuns & zydeco, cane and cottonfields, accordions and hot sauce, jazz & Mardi Gras, cowboys and outlaws, people you know and people you think you know."
"The food starts serving at 12 noon, the cost is $14: movie with a high class meal. For more details go to our website www.montyandmarsha.com"
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Negotiations remain alive between musicians and the board of the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra
Writes symphony musician Rick Rowell on Wed afternoon, "We saw the e-mail and blog info circulating about the SSO. We thought it was important to send the news out to musicians as we received it - before it came from someone else. Due to another turn of events, however, we may not be finished with all of this yet."
"People are still discussing some possibilities, and there is an exec. comm. meeting taking place even as I write this. So encourage those with whom you have contact to withhold judgment and keep their fingers crossed for another day or two."
Dr. Rick Rowell
rickrowell@earthlink.net
"People are still discussing some possibilities, and there is an exec. comm. meeting taking place even as I write this. So encourage those with whom you have contact to withhold judgment and keep their fingers crossed for another day or two."
Dr. Rick Rowell
rickrowell@earthlink.net
Urban fantasy author and LSUS English prof Nicole Peeler signing new book at B & N on Thurs, July 1, 7 pm
Nicole Peeler's new book, Tracking the Tempest, debuts this week and she will be doing a book signing at Barnes and Noble on Youree Drive this Thursday evening at 7 p.m, says Mary Lois White.
She will be joined by another urban fantasy author, Jaye Wells.
Says B&N, "Jane True returns in Tracking the Tempest! Join us in welcoming Nicole Peeler for a release day discussion and signing of the latest in the critically-acclaimed urban fantasy series."
Thursday July 01, 2010 7:00 PM
Bayou Walk, 6646 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105, 318-798-6066
She will be joined by another urban fantasy author, Jaye Wells.
Says B&N, "Jane True returns in Tracking the Tempest! Join us in welcoming Nicole Peeler for a release day discussion and signing of the latest in the critically-acclaimed urban fantasy series."
Thursday July 01, 2010 7:00 PM
Bayou Walk, 6646 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105, 318-798-6066
Evidently, the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra is dead; long live the symphony orchestra
Writes Deborah Scarlatto, a keen observer of the ups and downs of the local orchestra, " Last night the Shreveport Symphony Board voted to close the symphony. I am not privileged to details, but the musicians felt that they were very close to a workable solution."
Scarlatto continues, "I am having a great deal of difficulty grasping the idea that a group of adults would just pull the plug. Personally, I do not think this is a wise move and I hope I do not have to see any Symphony Board members for a long while. I know that I would want to share my feelings with them and I would not be very pleasant. Perhaps we can somehow keep the music and musicians playing through other venues. What a terribly sad day for the culture of this area."
Responding to her news, former SSO president David Lillien offered, "The silver lining is that now that the admin and board are gone, poof, a new organization can be formed."
And in a similar vein, Ky Mason offered, " Throughout this disturbing ordeal for our players and patrons, I have been recalling the events that led to the development of what is now the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. I believe there is much to gain from their experience, and, if I remember correctly, Shirley Trusty Corey had an instrumental hand in those efforts. I recommend we seek her input.
I believe there is much better opportunity of which the new regime can avail and achieve great success and a wonderfully realistic future - one that creatively meets the marketing and membership goals of today's societal interests!
Best of luck to all. There are many on the sidelines who will lend energy and support!"
Scarlatto continues, "I am having a great deal of difficulty grasping the idea that a group of adults would just pull the plug. Personally, I do not think this is a wise move and I hope I do not have to see any Symphony Board members for a long while. I know that I would want to share my feelings with them and I would not be very pleasant. Perhaps we can somehow keep the music and musicians playing through other venues. What a terribly sad day for the culture of this area."
Responding to her news, former SSO president David Lillien offered, "The silver lining is that now that the admin and board are gone, poof, a new organization can be formed."
And in a similar vein, Ky Mason offered, " Throughout this disturbing ordeal for our players and patrons, I have been recalling the events that led to the development of what is now the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. I believe there is much to gain from their experience, and, if I remember correctly, Shirley Trusty Corey had an instrumental hand in those efforts. I recommend we seek her input.
I believe there is much better opportunity of which the new regime can avail and achieve great success and a wonderfully realistic future - one that creatively meets the marketing and membership goals of today's societal interests!
Best of luck to all. There are many on the sidelines who will lend energy and support!"
East Bank Gallery party for painters Emily Ezell and Joshua Chambers on Thurs, July 8, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Emily Ezell is a young artist who is ready to ride her canvasses out of the Deep South. She has been working on her painterlyliness at La Tech and is doing quite nicely with portraits, figure studies and servings of crusty pie.
Connect with her development at her blog, emilyezell. That's where I also peeked into her version of the art world via the links she has listed on the right side of page. Quite a stimulating roll call, Emily.
Joshua Chambers is also a scrambling young artist, getting his first exhibits and teaching jobs after completing studies at La Tech. In fact, based on the informative joshuachambers.com, it is apparent that he loves painting and is working pell mell to find his voice.
When I posted a photo of a painting that he exhibited recently at Meadows Museum there was a positive reaction. In it, a sort of ridiculous fellow on a winged contraption flies in a circle while tethered to the top of an oil derrick located in the desert.
Meet the artists and examine their work at East Bank Gallery in a reception on Thurs, July 8, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Bossier Arts Council
630 Barksdale Blvd
Bossier City, LA 71111
318.741.8310
www.bossierarts.org
Connect with her development at her blog, emilyezell. That's where I also peeked into her version of the art world via the links she has listed on the right side of page. Quite a stimulating roll call, Emily.
Joshua Chambers is also a scrambling young artist, getting his first exhibits and teaching jobs after completing studies at La Tech. In fact, based on the informative joshuachambers.com, it is apparent that he loves painting and is working pell mell to find his voice.
When I posted a photo of a painting that he exhibited recently at Meadows Museum there was a positive reaction. In it, a sort of ridiculous fellow on a winged contraption flies in a circle while tethered to the top of an oil derrick located in the desert.
Meet the artists and examine their work at East Bank Gallery in a reception on Thurs, July 8, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Bossier Arts Council
630 Barksdale Blvd
Bossier City, LA 71111
318.741.8310
www.bossierarts.org
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
The Arts Edge 2-week musical theater program in NYC has scholarships for Aug 9 - 20 program
The Arts Edge, an educational consulting firm, is offering a Broadway-inspired scholarship for Arts Edge Summer, a unique two-week musical theater and college prep boot camp in New York City. Scholarship applicants will be reviewed by top-tier performing arts and education professionals including “Rock of Ages” star Constantine Maroulis and “Memphis” headliner Chad Kimball.
The elite Arts Edge Summer program, offered August 9 through 20, gives aspiring singers, dancers and actors specialized guidance on the admissions process from prestigious performing arts schools while helping students hone their performances.
“We’re thrilled to be able to offer the opportunity for a student to showcase their talents in front of Broadway superstars, while competing for the chance to attend a unique program that combines musical theater with college prep,” said The Arts Edge founder, Halley Shefler.
The Arts Edge Summer program and scholarship are open to high school students who will be sophomores through seniors in fall 2010 and to college transfer students. Applicants must submit a brief application online and a video of themselves performing two short, contrasting and age-appropriate songs from the Broadway repertoire: one ballad and one upbeat selection.
The Arts Edge Summer scholarship, with a value of $1,950, covers the full tuition of the summer program. Students must submit their application and video by July 12, 2010, and scholarship recipients will be announced the week of July 19, 2010. The scholarship does not include accommodations, meals or transportation.
The elite Arts Edge Summer program, offered August 9 through 20, gives aspiring singers, dancers and actors specialized guidance on the admissions process from prestigious performing arts schools while helping students hone their performances.
“We’re thrilled to be able to offer the opportunity for a student to showcase their talents in front of Broadway superstars, while competing for the chance to attend a unique program that combines musical theater with college prep,” said The Arts Edge founder, Halley Shefler.
The Arts Edge Summer program and scholarship are open to high school students who will be sophomores through seniors in fall 2010 and to college transfer students. Applicants must submit a brief application online and a video of themselves performing two short, contrasting and age-appropriate songs from the Broadway repertoire: one ballad and one upbeat selection.
The Arts Edge Summer scholarship, with a value of $1,950, covers the full tuition of the summer program. Students must submit their application and video by July 12, 2010, and scholarship recipients will be announced the week of July 19, 2010. The scholarship does not include accommodations, meals or transportation.
Rooney, Young Veins, Black Gold and The Big Positive @ The Collective, Shreveport, on Sat, July 3
This concert is for fans of the strokes, the beatles, blur, etc, says Cameron Goldsmith of The Collective, 1262 Dalzell St.
Rooney:
-released an album on geffen records
-featured on the OC
-featured on mtv, mtv2, 7 mtvu regularly since 2005.
http://www.myspace.com/rooney
The Young Veins:
-On the bonnaroo 2010 lineup
-Features former members of Panic! at the Disco.
http://www.myspace.com/theyoungveins
Black Gold:
-regularly played on KSCL 91.3 FM Radio
-featured on The CW's One Tree Hill
-erick ronick of panic! at the disco
http://www.myspace.com/blackgold
The Big Positive:
-from shreveport, la.
-features members of park the van records band the peekers, alongside members of the lackadaisies.
http://www.myspace.com/thebigpositive
Hosted @ The Collective.
1262 Dazell st.
Tickets are $15 in adv/$20 @ Doors.
Tickets are cheapest at www.shreveportcollective.ticketleap.com
Rooney:
-released an album on geffen records
-featured on the OC
-featured on mtv, mtv2, 7 mtvu regularly since 2005.
http://www.myspace.com/rooney
The Young Veins:
-On the bonnaroo 2010 lineup
-Features former members of Panic! at the Disco.
http://www.myspace.com/theyoungveins
Black Gold:
-regularly played on KSCL 91.3 FM Radio
-featured on The CW's One Tree Hill
-erick ronick of panic! at the disco
http://www.myspace.com/blackgold
The Big Positive:
-from shreveport, la.
-features members of park the van records band the peekers, alongside members of the lackadaisies.
http://www.myspace.com/thebigpositive
Hosted @ The Collective.
1262 Dazell st.
Tickets are $15 in adv/$20 @ Doors.
Tickets are cheapest at www.shreveportcollective.ticketleap.com
Monday, June 28, 2010
Alan Dyson: "Seeing Heaven"
Stewart Alan Dyson is a designer, visual artist and complete musician. "Seeing Heaven," one of his latest tunes, is built on lyrics written by local poet David Love Lewis. In turn, part of the lyric owes to the late poet George A Burton III, says Lewis.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Life drawing @ Artspace Shreveport: every other Thurs, including July 1, 15 & 29
Artists Joe Bluhm and Adam Volker are the organizers of the current run of downtown life drawing sessions. Held every other Thurs upstairs at Artspace Shreveport, the sessions are "figure study for professionals and students alike."
6 pm to 8:30 pm
$15; bring your own supplies
Libations and snacks available for purchase.
The current schedule lists July 1, 15 and 29. August 6 and 12. September 9 and 23.
710 Tex St
673-6535
6 pm to 8:30 pm
$15; bring your own supplies
Libations and snacks available for purchase.
The current schedule lists July 1, 15 and 29. August 6 and 12. September 9 and 23.
710 Tex St
673-6535
Mon, June 28, 5 pm: Annual Musicians March for AIDS Awareness; entertainment by the Stiff Necked Fools
"This Musicians March for Aids Awareness is in its 3rd year," says Deborah Allen." It's an appeal to young local musicians to become aware of HIV in our community.""There will be a musicians march down Centenary and food to be shared at the Philadelphia Center."
At the site the Stiff Necked Fools will perform. The Fools are basically a reggae band that can rock it and jazz it with fluency. They are easily one of the hottest bands in town.
Monday, June 28, 2010
5:00pm - 9:00pm
At the site the Stiff Necked Fools will perform. The Fools are basically a reggae band that can rock it and jazz it with fluency. They are easily one of the hottest bands in town.
Monday, June 28, 2010
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday, June 25, 2010
Jazz guitarist Brian Nova with trio @ Jayne Maries on Fri, June 25, and Sat, June 26
California jazz artist Brian Nova is performing at Jayne Maries on Cross Lake this weekend, says Jayne Lanza. She adds, "You can read about him at briannova.com. He is an awesome Jazz guitarist. I have him appearing Fri, June 25, and Sat, June 26, with his Trio. Missoni Lanza will also be joining Brian on vocals. It is going to be a special two evenings for all of the Jazz lovers."
"Sunday we have AJ and the Two Tone Blues band for a early evening of Louisiana Blues. AJ and the guys will be performing from 6:00 p.m., to 9:00 p.m. We will be featuring all well drinks, domestic beer and house wine for $1.00, the entire evening along with specials on many of our popular entrees. It will be a fun way to spend a hot summer Sunday evening, inside a nice cool air conditioned restaurant with fabulous views!"
"Sunday we have AJ and the Two Tone Blues band for a early evening of Louisiana Blues. AJ and the guys will be performing from 6:00 p.m., to 9:00 p.m. We will be featuring all well drinks, domestic beer and house wine for $1.00, the entire evening along with specials on many of our popular entrees. It will be a fun way to spend a hot summer Sunday evening, inside a nice cool air conditioned restaurant with fabulous views!"
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Party with the quintessential New Orleans group, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, on Sat, July 3, under the Texas St Bridge
"20% of the proceeds will be donated to the Americas Wetland Foundation," says Chase Boytim, of his Saturday in the Square event. Concerned concertgoers will be able to meet AWF people at the fest, says Paul Roney.
Featuring the funky butt horns from New Orleans, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, the Red River District party runs from 1 pm to 8 pm.
Keith Horton Project and Tracy Chappell & Friends will provide an afternoon of music prior to the Crescent City classics.
Doors open @ 1 pm, music starts @ 2 pm.
Admission: $10.00
Tickets @ www.frontgatetickets.com
www.americaswetland.com
Featuring the funky butt horns from New Orleans, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, the Red River District party runs from 1 pm to 8 pm.
Keith Horton Project and Tracy Chappell & Friends will provide an afternoon of music prior to the Crescent City classics.
Doors open @ 1 pm, music starts @ 2 pm.
Admission: $10.00
Tickets @ www.frontgatetickets.com
www.americaswetland.com
Zack Godshall to produce short movie and lead film production workshop at RFC in August; offers casting call on June 26
The Robinson Film Center will host writer-director Zack Godshall as a filmmaker-in-residence in August, says Alex Kent.
During a 10-day master class with 15 to 20 students, Godshall will produce an original short film called “Calponia” and lead a multi-day workshop on short-film production.
On Saturday, June 26, between 1 and 4 p.m., Godshall will host a casting call at Fairfield Studios, 1510 Fairfield Ave., in Shreveport. For the short film, he is looking to cast the following speaking roles:
• Calponia - Caucasian girl, ages 9-12
• Junifer - Caucasian boy, 9-12
• Lucian - Caucasian man, 60-80
• Gabriel - Caucasian man, 35-60
• Balthazar - Caucasian man, 35-60
The casting call is free and open to anyone who fits the above descriptions. Actors should come prepared to do cold readings and improvisations. Minors who wish to audition must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The short film is a non-union production. Actors and students will not be paid for participating in this nonprofit education residency, but they will receive credit and a copy of the film.
Zack Godshall was recently named the Louisiana Filmmaker of the Year by the New Orleans Film Festival for his new documentary “God’s Architects.” Godshall’s first film, “Low and Behold,” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and won numerous awards at film festivals around the country. He currently lives in Baton Rouge where he is the Screenwriter-In-Residence at LSU.
Godshall’s residency is part of the Robinson Film Center’s media education program. The workshop will be offered at no cost to students, and it will require a 10-day time commitment in early August. More details will be released during the first week of July.
(318) 459-4123
akent@robinsonfilmcenter.org
During a 10-day master class with 15 to 20 students, Godshall will produce an original short film called “Calponia” and lead a multi-day workshop on short-film production.
On Saturday, June 26, between 1 and 4 p.m., Godshall will host a casting call at Fairfield Studios, 1510 Fairfield Ave., in Shreveport. For the short film, he is looking to cast the following speaking roles:
• Calponia - Caucasian girl, ages 9-12
• Junifer - Caucasian boy, 9-12
• Lucian - Caucasian man, 60-80
• Gabriel - Caucasian man, 35-60
• Balthazar - Caucasian man, 35-60
The casting call is free and open to anyone who fits the above descriptions. Actors should come prepared to do cold readings and improvisations. Minors who wish to audition must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The short film is a non-union production. Actors and students will not be paid for participating in this nonprofit education residency, but they will receive credit and a copy of the film.
Zack Godshall was recently named the Louisiana Filmmaker of the Year by the New Orleans Film Festival for his new documentary “God’s Architects.” Godshall’s first film, “Low and Behold,” premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and won numerous awards at film festivals around the country. He currently lives in Baton Rouge where he is the Screenwriter-In-Residence at LSU.
Godshall’s residency is part of the Robinson Film Center’s media education program. The workshop will be offered at no cost to students, and it will require a 10-day time commitment in early August. More details will be released during the first week of July.
(318) 459-4123
akent@robinsonfilmcenter.org
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
August actress Sarah Bernhardt looks back in the drama Memoir by River City Rep, July 7 - 11
It’s the seventy-seventh and last summer for Sarah Bernhardt, the most famous and revered actress in history. She’s taken the season
to dictate her memoirs to her loyal manservant, Georges Pitou, writes Patric McWilliams of the current River City Rep production, Memoir.
Memoir stars Rosemary Prinz with Brian Mathis.
Prinz has starred on Broadway, Off-Broadway and across the country in national tours, regional theatres and summer theatres, in more than 300 productions in her long stage career. Mathis is a Dallas-based actor who has appeared in national tours and has performed roles at Casa Manana, Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the Tennessee Repertory Theatre.
Directed by Patric McWilliams.
Opens July 7th at 7:30 pm at Riverview Theater, located downtown on the Shreveport Riverfront across from the Barnwell Center.
Additional performances: July 8th, 9th, 10th at 7:30 pm and July 11th at 3:00 pm.
ALL SEATS $35.00
$10.00 Rush Tickets available to Students and Military with current ID
a half hour prior to curtain (No reservations can be made for rush tickets)
Box office opens July 21.
318-868-5888
Or visit www.rivercityrep.org
to dictate her memoirs to her loyal manservant, Georges Pitou, writes Patric McWilliams of the current River City Rep production, Memoir.
Memoir stars Rosemary Prinz with Brian Mathis.
Prinz has starred on Broadway, Off-Broadway and across the country in national tours, regional theatres and summer theatres, in more than 300 productions in her long stage career. Mathis is a Dallas-based actor who has appeared in national tours and has performed roles at Casa Manana, Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the Tennessee Repertory Theatre.
Directed by Patric McWilliams.
Opens July 7th at 7:30 pm at Riverview Theater, located downtown on the Shreveport Riverfront across from the Barnwell Center.
Additional performances: July 8th, 9th, 10th at 7:30 pm and July 11th at 3:00 pm.
ALL SEATS $35.00
$10.00 Rush Tickets available to Students and Military with current ID
a half hour prior to curtain (No reservations can be made for rush tickets)
Box office opens July 21.
318-868-5888
Or visit www.rivercityrep.org
Monday, June 21, 2010
Artists converge on Central Fire Station to ponder its best use as HQ for SRAC and as an art center for West Edge of Shreveport; tours, meetings on Wed & Th, June 23, 24
Concrete, stucco, ceramic tile, terra cotta, and brick: Central Fire Station, 801 Crocket, was built as an Italian Renaissance center in 1922 of this classic array of materials.
Today it is on the verge of a re-do that will restore former glory, says SRAC's Pam Atchison. The city and the arts organization have settled upon Central Fire Station as the new HQ for Shreveport Regional Arts Council.
Artists have been invited to participate in the review of Central Fire Station on Wed, June 23 at 1:30 pm. They will join Gregory Free, Central Fire Station architect, for a tour of the owl-studded building.
Plans include an emerging artists gallery, “day space” for artists and arts organizations; an arts resource room; and a black box theatre for performances and rehearsals.
Wednesday, June 23 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Performing Artists will meet with Gregory Free to discuss the opportunities and needs within a Black Box Theatre.
On Thursday, June 24 at artspace, there is an additional opportunity, says Atchison, to engage in a conversation about Arts Development.
5:30 pm – 7:15 pm - Following the Roster Artists Meeting on Thursday, June 24 at 5:30 pm @ artspace, Shreveport Regional Arts Council will host a design process to hear your ideas for developing the “Shreveport Commons” area into the expanded West Edge Arts and Cultural District.
There are ideas to be considered for bike trails, green space, an arts market, studio space, artists’ live and work space, and much more.
Info: 673 6500
Today it is on the verge of a re-do that will restore former glory, says SRAC's Pam Atchison. The city and the arts organization have settled upon Central Fire Station as the new HQ for Shreveport Regional Arts Council.
Artists have been invited to participate in the review of Central Fire Station on Wed, June 23 at 1:30 pm. They will join Gregory Free, Central Fire Station architect, for a tour of the owl-studded building.
Plans include an emerging artists gallery, “day space” for artists and arts organizations; an arts resource room; and a black box theatre for performances and rehearsals.
Wednesday, June 23 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm – Performing Artists will meet with Gregory Free to discuss the opportunities and needs within a Black Box Theatre.
On Thursday, June 24 at artspace, there is an additional opportunity, says Atchison, to engage in a conversation about Arts Development.
5:30 pm – 7:15 pm - Following the Roster Artists Meeting on Thursday, June 24 at 5:30 pm @ artspace, Shreveport Regional Arts Council will host a design process to hear your ideas for developing the “Shreveport Commons” area into the expanded West Edge Arts and Cultural District.
There are ideas to be considered for bike trails, green space, an arts market, studio space, artists’ live and work space, and much more.
Info: 673 6500
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Shreveport Community Drum Circle with hula hoops and dancing on the riverfront on Friday, July 2, 6 pm
Let's have a Shreveport Community Drum Circle, says Katherine Rubben on Facebook. She'll gather her friends on Friday, July 2, at 6:00pm on the Riverfront in Downtown Shreveport for a community event for people of all ages.
"Invite anyone and everyone," she says, " to come every Friday for a night of drumming, hula hooping, dancing, and excitement!
Don't have the equipment? No Worries, we have extra hula hoops, drums, and smiles to hand out!"
"Invite anyone and everyone," she says, " to come every Friday for a night of drumming, hula hooping, dancing, and excitement!
Don't have the equipment? No Worries, we have extra hula hoops, drums, and smiles to hand out!"
Saturday, June 19, 2010
For stimulating art and cool, dry air it's RW Norton Art Foundation; enjoy new self-guided tours and the freedom to use your camera in the museum
Sumptuous paintings and kinetic sculptures. Cool air. RW Norton Art Foundation is a mecca in the summer.
In the extreme north wing of the Norton there are fresh and quite enjoyable exhibits, including:
- Alex Dzigurski (1911-1995): a selection of 18 works which demonstrate his masterly technique in painting scenic America from coast to coast.
- The Arts In Medicine images represent the recreation of Master paintings by adult cancer patients while they receive treatment at Feist-Weiller Cancer Center. Painting transports patients to a whole new dimension of comfort while they receive treatment.
- Under the Magnifying Glass: Fifty Miniatures by Wes and Rachelle Siegrist.
Also fresh -
- Brochures (download them at the web site) that guide and engage students - and adults - are more numerous than ever.
- A change in the camera policy! "As new technology has developed, the Norton has re-evaluated its policy on visitors taking photographs inside the museum. Digital cameras and cell phones that can take personal photographs without the benefit of flash will be permitted; however, because of the potential for damage to the artworks, flash photography continues to be banned. Also, due to copyright and intellectual property restrictions, and because it can be detrimental to the viewing experience of other visitors, professional photography or any photography intended for commercial purposes will not be allowed."
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery
4747 Creswell Avenue
(318) 865-4201
gallery@rwnaf.org
There is no admission charge to view the grounds, the museum's art collection, or special exhibitions.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and national holidays
The gardens are open to visitors daily during daylight hours.
In the extreme north wing of the Norton there are fresh and quite enjoyable exhibits, including:
- Alex Dzigurski (1911-1995): a selection of 18 works which demonstrate his masterly technique in painting scenic America from coast to coast.
- The Arts In Medicine images represent the recreation of Master paintings by adult cancer patients while they receive treatment at Feist-Weiller Cancer Center. Painting transports patients to a whole new dimension of comfort while they receive treatment.
- Under the Magnifying Glass: Fifty Miniatures by Wes and Rachelle Siegrist.
Also fresh -
- Brochures (download them at the web site) that guide and engage students - and adults - are more numerous than ever.
- A change in the camera policy! "As new technology has developed, the Norton has re-evaluated its policy on visitors taking photographs inside the museum. Digital cameras and cell phones that can take personal photographs without the benefit of flash will be permitted; however, because of the potential for damage to the artworks, flash photography continues to be banned. Also, due to copyright and intellectual property restrictions, and because it can be detrimental to the viewing experience of other visitors, professional photography or any photography intended for commercial purposes will not be allowed."
The R.W. Norton Art Gallery
4747 Creswell Avenue
(318) 865-4201
gallery@rwnaf.org
There is no admission charge to view the grounds, the museum's art collection, or special exhibitions.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Mondays and national holidays
The gardens are open to visitors daily during daylight hours.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Review: Meredith Little, Christian Dantes pump up the Academy of Childrens Theater production of Footloose @ MLP; shows continue Fri, Sat, June 18, 19, 7 pm
Meredith Little, a teen possessed of a large smile, big eyes and head full of energy, has trouble not stealing the scene anytime she's on stage, I'm guessing. Her timing, tunefulness and kineticism is one of many reasons to give the Academy of Childrens Theater a big recommendation in their production of Footloose.
The show continues Fri and Sat, June 18, 19, at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse.
Cues were tight, singing voices were excellent and the dancing was infectious in the production that we saw on Thurs, June 17.
Cynthia Whitaker, director, and Lauren Ross, choreographer, managed to make the show look effortless - but with a cast of some 30 teens and adults, the inescapable conclusion is that their secret is in the rehearsals.
Meredith Little, Bridget Winder and Emma Foreman sang tight three-part harmony in their prominent roles. Also demonstrating harmonic convergence were Jan Reedy and Debbie Dupuy. Not to say anything less about the duet work by the lead players, Maddison Pennington and Christian Dantes.
Pennington was a very capable match to the convincing Dantes, a 15 year-old with star quality, between his dancing, mugging and excellent diction.
Rocky Maddox was a standout among the many competent adults in the cast.
Music, essential to the dancers in Footloose, was provided by a small but dynamic rock orchestra under the direction and keyboard of Daniel Ley. Justin Ansley and Mike Krusleski, guitar, Kirk Reedstrom, bass, JC Bryant, percussion, and Robyn Sharp, woodwinds, were modulated - but they rocked.
Nate Wasson, a centenary drama and dance grad, worked hard to add extra steps to the show. His role of Travis was eye-catching; his role of Mama was over the top.
Such a large cast of well-trained male dancers! I'd say that recruitment must be part of the successful Whitaker-Ross strategies.
The production ran a bit over 2 hours but we weren't counting. The appealing players and consistency of the production amounted to a lovely night of entertainment.
$25 / 20 / 15
318-869-5242
all ages
See a slideshow of the Thurs night production.
The show continues Fri and Sat, June 18, 19, at Marjorie Lyons Playhouse.
Cues were tight, singing voices were excellent and the dancing was infectious in the production that we saw on Thurs, June 17.
Cynthia Whitaker, director, and Lauren Ross, choreographer, managed to make the show look effortless - but with a cast of some 30 teens and adults, the inescapable conclusion is that their secret is in the rehearsals.
Meredith Little, Bridget Winder and Emma Foreman sang tight three-part harmony in their prominent roles. Also demonstrating harmonic convergence were Jan Reedy and Debbie Dupuy. Not to say anything less about the duet work by the lead players, Maddison Pennington and Christian Dantes.
Pennington was a very capable match to the convincing Dantes, a 15 year-old with star quality, between his dancing, mugging and excellent diction.
Rocky Maddox was a standout among the many competent adults in the cast.
Music, essential to the dancers in Footloose, was provided by a small but dynamic rock orchestra under the direction and keyboard of Daniel Ley. Justin Ansley and Mike Krusleski, guitar, Kirk Reedstrom, bass, JC Bryant, percussion, and Robyn Sharp, woodwinds, were modulated - but they rocked.
Nate Wasson, a centenary drama and dance grad, worked hard to add extra steps to the show. His role of Travis was eye-catching; his role of Mama was over the top.
Such a large cast of well-trained male dancers! I'd say that recruitment must be part of the successful Whitaker-Ross strategies.
The production ran a bit over 2 hours but we weren't counting. The appealing players and consistency of the production amounted to a lovely night of entertainment.
$25 / 20 / 15
318-869-5242
all ages
See a slideshow of the Thurs night production.
Dan Garner's Blank Sinatras at Fatty Arbuckles under the Red River Bridge, 8:30 pm Fri, June 18
Says hard-working singer-songwriter Dan Garner, "I'm in a new band...Blank Sinatras w/ Chris James, Mike Jordan & Randy Guynes...8:30pm @ Fatty Arbuckles!"
Romance onstage at Centenary College: Gilbert & Sullivan Society play Sweethearts on Fri, Sat, June 18, 19, 7: 30 pm
Sweethearts is a a two-act play about love rediscovered after many years absence - written by Sir William S.Gilbert with music by Sir Arthur S. Sullivan. Directed by Ralph MacPhail, Jr., the production features John Bogan and Anna Maria Sparke Keele, says John Godard of the Northwest Louisiana Gilbert & Sullivan Society.
The production is a 2010 International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival Select Production.
Festival Production Benefit Performances
Anderson Auditorium, Centenary College
Friday 18 June 2010 @ 7:30 PM
Saturday 19 June 2010 @ 7:30 PM
General Admission Seating
Tickets: Tix
$23.50 Call 1-800-957-8667
At-the-door $25.00
The production is a 2010 International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival Select Production.
Festival Production Benefit Performances
Anderson Auditorium, Centenary College
Friday 18 June 2010 @ 7:30 PM
Saturday 19 June 2010 @ 7:30 PM
General Admission Seating
Tickets: Tix
$23.50 Call 1-800-957-8667
At-the-door $25.00
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