Subject: eBuzz - May 31, 2023 Spotlight on Visual Art + Pride Events

May 31 - June 6, 2023

Happy Pride Month!

TOP PICKS

https://culturalalliancefc.org/event/hunter-hayes-the-red-sky-tour/

NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS "ARETHA: A TRIBUTE"


THURS JUN 1, 7:30-9PM

The Klein Auditorium, Bridgeport

& SUN, JUN 4, 3PM

Shelton High School

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"ASSASSINS" BY STEPHEN SONDHEIM


FRI JUN 2 & SAT JUN 3, 8PM

SUN JUN 4, 2PM

Curtain Call, Stamford

Running on weekends through June 17th

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PULITZER PRIZE & TONY AWARD-WINNING MUSICAL "NEXT TO NORMAL"


FRI JUN 2 & SAT JUN 3, 8PM

Ridgefield Theater Barn

Running Fridays and Saturdays through June 24th

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NORWALK METROPOLITAN YOUTH BALLET PRESENTS "THE SECRET GARDEN"


SAT JUN 3, 12PM & 2:30PM

Wall Street Theater, Norwalk

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PHILIP JOHNSON GLASS HOUSE PRESENTS "SINFONIETTA CRACOVIA" CHAMBER ORCHESTRA


SAT JUN 3, 6-8PM

St. Mark's Church, New Canaan

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CITY LIGHTS/BRIDGEPORT ART TRAIL19TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION


SAT JUN 3, 6-9:30PM

City Lights Gallery, Bridgeport

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KRISTINA KUZMIC: HOPE & HUMOR TOUR


SAT JUN 3, 8-10PM

The Ridgefield Playhouse

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CONNECTICUT'S OWN: MUSIC FOR SPRING WITH OBOE & PIANO


SUN JUN 4, 4PM

The Wilton Library

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BRAZILIAN JAZZ

WITH JOE CARTER SAMBA RIO TRIO


SUN JUN 4, 4-5:30PM

First Church Congregational, Fairfield

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THE MET: LIVE IN HD

MOZART'S MAGIC FLUTE


TUES JUN 6, 1PM & 6PM

Quick Center for the Arts aT Fairfield University

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SPOTLIGHT ON VISUAL ART

OPENING RECEPTION FOR CONSTANCE KIERMAIER'S "ONWARD"


THURS JUN 1, 4:30-6:30PM

ArtWorks Gallery on the Green, Norwalk

This exhibit includes recent work, selections from the past, and small works by artists that Constance has mentored. A graduate of the Yale School of Fine Arts, Constance is a box maker, printmaker, painter, and teacher. She is the recipient of many awards including the Faber Birren Award for Distinctive and Creative Expression with Color.

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"ART IN THE WINDOWS" NEW CANAAN STOREFRONT EXHIBITION


FRI JUN 2, 5-7PM

Downtown New Canaan

Elm Street and South Avenue

Organized by the Carriage Barn Arts Center and the New Canaan Chamber of Commerce, this exhibition is an opportunity for artists and local businesses in the community to celebrate New Canaan’s vibrant business district and the arts. The Art Stroll will also include an opening reception at the Handwright Gallery for an exhibit by Cultural Alliance member Sally Frank, "Impressions,” that includes her recent photopolymer etchings and woodcuts - through June 24th.

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https://culturalalliancefc.org/event/peter-and-the-wolf-puppetry-performance/

NEW POND FARM EDUCATION CENTER INVITATIONAL ART SHOW PREVIEW PARTY


FRI JUN 2, 6-8PM

New Pond Farm Education Center, Redding

This biennial exhibit showcases artwork by some of the region’s finest artists, and includes a silent auction, art demonstrations, and activities for children and adults - all celebrating the timeless themes of nature and agrarian life inspired by the farm property. Mingle with artists and art lovers while enjoying a Signature Cocktail, Local Wine, Brews, and Festive Bites. Exhibit on view through June 11th.

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ART SHOW!


SAT JUN 3, 3-6PM

The Knowlton, Bridgeport

An evening of artistic brilliance presented by Knowlton creatives... including big oils from painter and muralist Brad Noble, artists Ricky Mestre, Mike Reinwald, Herm Freeman, Nicole Koester, Cynthia Lucero, photographers Emily Swift, Zaibel Torres and Alexandra Tremaine. Complimentary snacks, wine and soda for those who come by. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a collector, or simply seeking inspiration, celebrate the power of artistic expression and enjoy a night of visual splendors.

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"A CERTAIN POINT OF VIEW" JURIED EXHIBIT RECEPTION


SAT JUN 3, 4-6PM

Loft Artists Association Gallery, Stamford

Come to an opening reception for a juried show that will take you into the exciting world of photography, featuring a broad range of photos that focus on the artist’s POV. It's a broad-themed exhibition of unique styles and techniques. On view through June 25th.

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"DOORS OF DARIEN" SPRING FUNDRAISER EXHIBIT


SAT JUN 3, 7-10PM

The Museum of Darien

This annual Spring fundraiser celebrates the town’s history and offers an opportunity to support the Museum. Participate in two ways: by creating a painting to be sold for the museum’s benefit, and by attending the party fundraiser that will showcase paintings of Darien doors by artist Kate Muir, as well as local artists. Guests will enjoy catering by Carolyn’s Absolutely Fabulous Events and music by Butch Taylor and Scott Lebish.

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14TH BIENNIAL INT'L MINIATURE PRINT OPENING EXHIBITION RECEPTION


SUN JUN 4, 2-4PM

Center for Contemporary Printmaking, Norwalk

Featuring 217 works by 167 artists representing 16 countries and 25 states, this event is free and open to the public. Celebrate a juried competition that encourages artists to explore the miniature print format.

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NANCY MOORE'S "WOMEN TELLING STORIES" EXHIBIT RECEPTION


SUN JUN 4, 2-4PM

The Westport Library

Now on view in the Sheffer Gallery, take in Nancy's paintings on large slices of archival paper, working mainly with watercolor and also with graphite, gouache, metallic paint, colored pencil, and wax crayon. Themes include transformation, ethnography, design, shape-shifting, gender identity, fashion, and creation myth. Includes an artist talk with CAFC member Miggs Burroughs at 3 pm.

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'WOMEN OF THE WESTPORT PUBLIC ART COLLECTIONS" LECTURE


TUES JUN 6, 5PM

Bellarmine Hall, Fairfield University

This lecture by Ive Covaci and Kathleen Motes Bennewitz will explore selected works on display in the exhibit "In Their Element(s): Women Artists Across Media," showcasing the role of women as artists and caretakers in the development and growth of the Westport Public Art Collections , from the 1960s to today. WestPAC encompasses nearly 2,000 artworks in a range of media which are displayed in public schools and municipal buildings throughout Westport.

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PRIDE MONTH SPECIALS

"LGBTQ ORAL HISTORIES" PROJECT


STARTING THURS JUN 1, 12-7PM

Westport Museum for History & Culture


Participate in a project presented in partnership with Westport Pride. If you are an LGBTQ Westport area resident and you’d like your story to be heard, you are invited to participate in this oral history project. Book a time slot for a video or in-person interview and add to the narratives that have been conspicuously absent from community archives.

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QUEERwerks EXHIBITION OPENING


SAT JUN 3, 6-8PM

Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan


In celebration of Pride Month, this exhibition reflects the wide range of LGBTQIA+ artistic expression. Juried by Stamatina Gregory, art historian and Head Curator/Director of Exhibitions and Collections at the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art in New York.

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DON'T FORGET...

SAIL & SKETCH & WATERCOLOR PAINTING

WITH JILL HARRINGTON NICHOLS


MON JUN 5, 9AM - 12PM

Norwalk Islands

More boats through Sept 8th


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VERSO UNIVERSITY PRESENTS:

AN OVERVIEW OF THE ART MUSEUM LANDSCAPE IN CONNECTICUT


TUES JUN 6, 2PM

The Westport Library


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WILTON LIBRARY PRESENTS "SHAKESPEARE ON THE SOUND: AS YOU LIKE IT"

INTERACTIVE PRESENTATION


TUES JUN 6, 7PM

Wilton Library


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