WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE DELAWARE ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT WORLD
February 2012
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02/13/12More Black History Celebrations, The Grand goes CajunPure Magic Though “Magical Visions: Ten Contemporary African American Artists” opened at the University of Delaware last week, you’re not too late for the party. A reception with guest curator Keith Morrison happens Feb. 15. “Magical Visions” unites the work of several black artists—Terry Adkins, Sonya Clark, Melvin Edwards, Sam Gilliam, Barkley L. Hendricks, Kalup Linzy, Odili Odata, Karen Olivier, Faith Ringgold and William T. Williams—who have made big changes in media such as fiber, painting, photography, printmaking, quilt making and more. The exhibition continues through June 29 in Mechanical Hall. The reception on Feb. 15 is 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. 831-8037, udel.edu/museums A Musical Tribute Here’s a blockbuster... Posted at 09:13 AM | Permalink |
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02/07/12Celebrating Black History, more music than you can believe, and a whole lot of great theaterClassical Gas Find out why The Harlem String Quartet is so hot when it joins The Delaware Symphony Orchestra on Feb. 7 to perform Mendelssohn’s Octet in E-Flat major, Op. 20. The Cincinnati Enquirer writes that HSQ is “bringing a new attitude to classical music, one that is fresh, bracing, and intelligent.” The Champagne Chamber Series concert is in the Gold Ballroom of the Hotel du Pont. As always, enjoy complimentary bubbly, coffee and dessert. 652-5577, delawaresymphony.org If you’re left wanting more traditional music, celebrate Claude Debussy’s 150th birthday with The Music School of Delaware on Feb. 8. Faculty members will perform some of his most beloved works at the Wilmington branch. 762-1132, wilmingtonmusic.org In the Spirit... |
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01/30/12Valentines at The Biggs, "Blithe Spirit" at Clear Space and Bettye Lavette at The Grand Opera HouseSee My Valentine You’re are not the only one who has looked forward to receiving special cards from special someones and secret admirers on Valentine's Day—nor is the giving and receiving of such cards a recent phenomenon. People all over the United States and Europe have awaited the day breathlessly since the 1880s, when advancements in printing and mailing led to a large number of card makers. For the past 15 years Ann Marcus has collected hundreds of so-called “pop-up” cards, decorated with flowers, cupids, hearts and other traditional motifs, and you can see them in “Loving Traditions: The Ann Marcus Valentine's Card Collection” at The Biggs Museum of American Art in Dover Feb. 3-March 25. It’s a charming exhibition.... |
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01/25/12Howard Schroeder at Rehoboth Art League, lots of great drama, and local writers read about DelawareA New Perspective on Schroeder If you thought you were well acquainted with the work of beloved painter Howard Schroeder, take another look. Opening at Rehoboth Art League on Jan. 27 is “The Other Side of Howard Schroeder,” an exhibit of works from the collections of his five children and other family members. The late painter, of Lewes, worked in many styles with many mediums. His subject matter ranged from landscapes to human subjects and beyond. Schroeder could do it all, and he did, mostly in search of new ways to express himself, often by playing with new perspectives and techniques. “The Other Side” surveys his vast output, displaying paintings, watercolors, pastel works and drawings of one of the area’s—and Rehoboth Art... Posted at 10:40 AM | Permalink |
