eBuzz - March 8, 2023 Spotlight on Music

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March 8 - 14, 2023

Happy March!

Happy Women's History Month!

This month's theme is centered in the CAFC core value of 'listening and responding.' We value your ideas, we are open to learning together, and we celebrate all perspectives. Always feel free to communicate with us.

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Let's keep expanding our essential arts and culture network.

Let's do our part to build a healthy, thriving Coastal Fairfield County.

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TOP PICKS

THE ARTISTS COLLECTIVE OF WESTPORT RECEPTION FOR TWO EXHIBITS:

"PIECE BY PIECE" & "MUSIC TO OUR EYES"

WED MAR 8, 6-8PM

Westport Library

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11TH ANNUAL GALA WITH TREVOR NOAH

WED MAR 8, 7:30-10PM

The Palace Theatre, Stamford

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"GESTALT" OPENING EXHIBIT RECEPTION

THURS MAR 9, 5:30-7PM

Housatonic Museum of Art

On view through April 13th

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WILTON ARTS COUNCIL

"FOCUS '23" PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT

FRI MAR 10, 10AM-5PM

MAR 17, 6PM Reception

The Wilton Library

On view during library hours through March 31st

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AN EVENING OF ONE ACTS 2023

FRI MAR 10 & SAT MAR 11, 8PM

Ridgefield Theater Barn

Runs on weekends through APR 1st

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CT DANCE SCHOOL

"DANCES TO CELEBRATE SPRING"

ANNUAL BENEFIT

SAT MAR 11, 5-9PM

SHU Community Theatre, Fairfield

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FASHION SHOW BENEFIT

SUN MAR 12, 3:30-5PM

Fairfield Public Library, Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery

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RED BARAAT: FESTIVAL OF COLORS

SUN MAR 12, 7-9PM

SHU Community Theatre, Fairfield

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"THE ARTS & SOCIAL JUSTICE" RADIO INTERVIEW

MON MAR 13, 12PM

WPKN 89.5 FM

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SPOTLIGHT ON MUSIC

RUTHIE FOSTER

WED MAR 8, 6:30PM

Stage One at FTC, Fairfield

Don't miss this four-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter who mixes a wide palette of American song forms, from gospel and blues to jazz, folk and soul. Described by Rolling Stone as “pure magic to watch and hear,” you can hear the influence from legendary acts like Mavis Staples and Aretha Franklin.

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BLUE COUPE

FRI MAR 10, 6:30PM

Westport Library Verso Studios

As part of its VersoFest 2023 fundraiser, see the supergroup formed of Alice Cooper bassist, Dennis Dunaway, and Blue Öyster Cult founders, Joe and Albert Bouchard, perform along with Sisters Tish and Snooky Bellomo, of Manic Panic. Blue Coupe’s live concerts are a mix of the best-known songs from their respective groups as well as new music.

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DECADES IN CONCERT: 1980s

FRI MAR 10, 7:30PM

SAT MAR 11, 5PM & 8PM

SUN MAR 12, 5PM

Weekends through April 8th

Downtown Cabaret Theatre, Bridgeport

It's the third installment of the DCT signature series following the huge success of Sounds of the '70's and Spirit of the '60's. You’ll hear songs by Madonna, Michael Jackson, Cyndi Lauper, U2, The Police, and many more in a story of the history and culture of America in the “Me First” decade.

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https://culturalalliancefc.org/event/lecture-prudence-crandall-sarah-harris-race-and-reform-in-early-ct-with-joan-dimartino-curator-of-the-prudence-crandall-museum/

KINGDOM CHOIR

FRI MAR 10, 7:30PM

The Quick Center for the Arts, Fairfield

Best known for their show-stopping performance of Stand By Me at the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, this group was instantly catapulted to worldwide fame. The choir draws from various Christian traditions and is dedicated to creating a sound that reflects the community they serve.

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https://culturalalliancefc.org/event/8-women-artists-march-on-celebrating-womens-history-month/

RIDGEFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA STRING QUARTET

SAT MAR 11, 7PM

Edmond Town Hall, Newtown

Enjoy a chamber music concert, featuring RSO principal string players performing a mix of traditional and contemporary classical music. Come early and join us for a glass of wine before the concert! Doors open at 6:30.

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AMERICAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

SAT MAR 11, 7:30PM

Norwalk Concert Hall

Presenting Johannes Brahms' A German Requiem, with the Mendelssohn Choir of CT and Connecticut Chamber Choirs. Soloists include Stephanie Gregory and Ricardo Herrera. Christopher James Hisey, Music Director.

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THE BACKCOUNTRY JAZZ BEBOPPERS

SAT MAR 11, 8PM

Voices Cafe, Westport

Along with special guest Aaron Goldberg on piano, this evening will showcase the rich tradition of Jazz with some of the best young musicians in our area - bringing a unique, contemporary talent vibe to what promises to be an evening of creative, energetic entertainment.

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CHRISTOPHER LADD

SAT MAR 11, 8PM

THE MAC Milford Arts Council

As part of its Classical Guitar Series, the MAC brings you a renowned classical guitarist who has been a featured performer at guitar festivals around the world and is recognized as a versatile and talented guitarist, both as a soloist and chamber musician. He has been a semi-finalist twice in the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America International competition.

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DON'T FORGET...

HIDDEN HISTORIES:

BLACK WOMEN ACTIVISTS IN CT

THURS MAR 9, 6PM

Fairfield Museum

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CHARLES MARQUA

OPENING EXHIBIT RECEPTION & SALE

FRI MAR 10, 4PM

Frenchies Coffee Bar, Stratford

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"JOURNEYS" OPENING EXHIBIT RECEPTION

Susanne Andover Keany and Mollie Keller

SUN MAR 12, 5PM

Art/Place Gallery

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IN THE WINGS

MAR 15

William Atwood, organist

First Church Congregational, Fairfield

MAR 16

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

SHU Community Theatre, Fairfield

MAR 17

DANCE is in the AIR

Darien Arts Center

The Rocky Horror Show

Music Theatre of Connecticut, Norwalk

MAR 18

Dead On Live ’70 – ’74: The Sam Cutler Years

The Ridgefield Playhouse

Undue Burden

City Lights Gallery, Bridgeport

MAR 19

Spring Exhibition: Rainbow in the Dark

MoCA Westport

“Marvelous Metamophoses”

Carriage Barn Arts Center, New Canaan

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