NAC ARTS NEWS January 2010

 

NAC Wednesday January 13th, 2010 at 7pm The Northport Arts Coalition in cooperation with the Northport /East Northport Library presents:

Waltzing in the New Year! The Matthew Pierce String QuartetWaltzes and the New Year go hand in hand as the Matthew Pierce String Quartet performs waltzes written for San Francisco Ballet and the New York City Ballet. The audience will be inspired to go toe to toe during this Northport homage to the traditional Vienna Philharmonic New Year's Concert. FREE ADMISSION - Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport. For additional information call (631) 261-6930.

Do-ing Music January 22nd, at 7:30PM, NAC and Northport Public Library presents An Homage to Robert Schumann , Soprano Helene Williams, tenor Gregory Mercer, and composer/pianist Leonard Lehrman, all formerly with the Metropolitan Opera, are reunited again in a bicentennial homage to the great song and duet composer Robert Schumann (1810-1856).  The program ranges from classic individual lieder to cycles on poems of von Eichendorff and Heinrich Heine, including one by Lehrman, in English translation.  Don’t miss this loving, lyrical tribute to one of the earliest and most beloved German Romantics, and the gorgeous poetry he set. Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport. For additional information call (631) 261-6930.

 

Music

 

Joy to the World is the new recording by Matthew Pierce and features the artist in solo violin performance of 31 Christmas Carols. 

Now available by e-mail: mp@matthewpierce.com and shortly at www.CDBaby.com and iTunes.

 

Composer -violinist Matthew Pierce is celebrated for his new classical scores commissioned by major American ballet companies. His work has been performed around the country and around the world at City Center in New York, Covent Garden in London and the Palais Garnier in Paris. Lauded by media and musicians alike, Pierce's scores have been described as "new, tuneful, dancey" (Allen Ulrich, Voice of Dance), "the ideal musical vessel" (Steven Winn, San Francisco Chronicle), and "possibly the best commissioned score in Houston Ballet's history" (Molly Glentzer, Houston Chronicle). Pierce's work has been singled out for such critical distinctions as the 2003 Obie Awards (Village Voice) and the "Best Cultural Event of 2003" for Imaginal Disc (San Francisco Chronicle). As a violinist Pierce has performed on recordings by pop artists Jewel, Sheryl Crow and Suzanne Vega and on Philip Glass' score, Kundun. He is the conductor of the Matthew Pierce Ensemble which recently performed at the 2009 Plein Air Classical Music Festival. www.matthewpierce.com .

RIDOTTO - Sunday, January 3, at 4 pm NEW YEAR’S CONCERT with the VINCA QUARTET Ridotto continues its tradition of a festive New Year’s Concert. The much acclaimed Vinca Quartet plays a program called REVERENCE String quartet Op.50.5 by Haydn –a tribute to the ‘father’ of the string quartet,Robert Schumann, Quartet Op.41.1 dedicated his quartet to Mendelssohn,and Mendelssohn pays homage to Beethoven in his Quartet op.13. Waltzes by Johann Strauss and a Meet-the-Artists reception complete the concert. Reservations recommended (631) 385 – 0373Tickets: $20; $18 seniors; $15 members; $10 studentsCONCERT on Sunday January 3 at 4 pm,  in Old First Church, 125 Main Street inHuntington (opp.town Hall)

 

A Night in New Orleans,  dinner and dancing will be sponsored by the Music and Ministry committee, Sat. Feb 13, 2010 from 7-10 PM featuring music of the Isotope Stompers.  Tickets are $40 per person and can be reserved by calling the church office; 261-6434.  A $5 donation from each ticket will go to the RHINO Project (Rebuilding Hope In New Orleans).

Also, Noontime Recitals  at First Presbyterian Church of Northport are as follows: Jan. 28, Thursday, (not Wednesday as it usually is)...at a new time:  12:30-1:00 Mrs. Carol Landis, theater organist, is the recitalist; Feb. 24, Wed., - 12:30-1:00 - Mr. David Bouchier from WSHU radio as The Classical DJ.

 

Bassam Saba Ensemble CD-RELEASE PARTY on Saturday, January 16 at 9:30pm.  Come celebrate the new CD and the new DECADE with us in the warm, intimate atmosphere of the legendary Joe's Pub. Don't forget - Reserve Your Table Soon to enjoy the full experience-- 212-539-8778". JOE'S PUB @ The Public Theatre

 

Vocal coaching at the Posey School: Daniel Ragone, famed NYC vocal coach, is offering lessons for singers at all levels at 57 Main Street in Northport. Explore your vocal possibilities with one of the experts in the field. Build repertoire, refine diction, record demos, prepare for NYSSMA, learn roles, plan recital programs. For information: (631)473-0127or email: pjvoce@aol.com

 

Poetry

 

Northport Arts Coalition presents POETS IN PORT, a series of poetry readings on the fourth Friday of every month at 7:30 at Caffé Portofino, 249 Main St., Northport, opposite the theatre. Each month there is a featured poet and an Open Reading — the audience is encouraged to bring their poems and participate. Music is also welcome. For more information, contact Steven Schmidt.

December 2009	-- No reading - the last Friday is Christmas
January 22, 2010	Kelly Powell
February 26, 2010	Mary Jane Tenerelli
March 26, 2010	George Held
April 23, 2010	Cliff Bleidner
May 28, 2010	Dorothy Friedman

 

Visual Art

Dr. Roslyn Marcus will be exhibiting her thought provoking and whimsical decoupages at the Northport Tasting Room & Wine Cellar located at 70 Main Street in the village of Northport.  All are invited to attend the opening reception on Sunday, January 3rd, 2- 5 pm.  The exhibit will be on display through February 4th.  As a practicing psychotherapist Dr. Marcus sees her artistic renderings "as expressions of the yearnings and desires of the subconscious mind."
Artists interested in displaying their work at the Tasting Room an application form is available by emailing Kate Kelly -kate@katekellyart.com

 

The Art Guild invites all artists to submit images of their 2D or 3D works for consideration for its Face & Figure Juried Competition and Exhibition.  Students ages 14-18 years may enter in the student category. Works to be included in this exhibition must be available from March 8 through April 24, 2010. JUROR: Diana De Santis; AWARDS: 1st Place - $500, 2nd Place - $250, 3rd Place - $100. Also a special Award for Sculpture - $100 from the The Council of American Artist Societies, Inc.Postmark entry deadline - February 1, 2010 The Art Guild at Elderfields Preserve 516.304.5797
 

Registration is Now Open for The Art Guild ART CLASSES- 5 week sessionsChildren and Teen Classes* Art Explorations *    * Children’s Art Studio * * Drawing and Painting for Teens * Adult Classes/Workshops    * Abstract Watercolor Painting * * Digital Photography • Beginner/Intermediate * * Oil Painting • Beginner/Intermediate * * Flowers in February - 2- or 3 Day Workshop *Winter Session begins the week of January 9th...register today! 516.304.5797

 

FLOWERS in FEBRUARY February is the perfect time for painting fresh flowers from the Flower District.  Instructor Shelli Robiner-Ardizzone will have multiple floral arrangements set up to paint.  Artists bring their media of choice and a portable easel. There will be a demonstration of color blocking method of beginning a painting.   2- or 3-DAY WORKSHOP 2-day option: Sat & Sun Feb 13 & 143-day option: Sat, Sun & Mon Feb 13, 14 & 15 10:00am–4:00pm 2 days: $110M/$120NM • 3 days: $160M/$175NM Fee for Flowers Included  This workshop is held at The Art Guild’s home located at Elderfields Preserve, 200 Port Washington Blvd.,Manhasset. 516.304.5797

 

 

Dance

 

Posey School Family Dance Sunday, January 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. 

57 Main Street, Northport Fun, easy dance party for all agesCircles, squares, lines and games. No partner or experience needed Live fiddle band featuring Larry Moser and Mary Nagin Annette Kirk, caller. Donation at door: $10 per person, $25 familiesTo support Posey Scholarship Fund 

 

Theater

 

The Northport Reader's Theater will be reading the play "Hamilton House" by George Sidoti. Find out what goes on in the home of a long time New York State Senator when the cameras are not around. The reading will be followed by a discussion with the playwright.   All are welcome to read or to listen. Monday, January 11, 2010, 7:30 at St Paul's United Methodist Church, 270 Main St, Northport. To sign up to read or for further information contact Jo Ann Katz 631-261-5089 or JoAnnKatz@gmail.com.

 

Township Theatre Group presents the Tony Award-winning musical "A CHORUS LINE", January 9, 15 and 16 at 8:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees January 10 and 17 at 2:00 p.m.  The Theater is located at Five Towns College, 305 North LIE Service Road in Dix Hills.  Tickets $22.00, students/seniors $20.00.  For ticket information call 631-421-9832 or order online at www.townshiptheatregroup.com.

 

The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport is pleased to announce BROADWAY CELEBRATION on Friday January 8, 2010 at 8PM AND BROADWAY SPOTLIGHT on Saturday January 9, 2010 at 8PM, Produced exclusively for the theater by New York Casting Director Stephen DeAngelis. Both shows will feature Big Broadway talent in the intimate 400 seat setting of the John W. Engeman Theater at Northport. Tickets are ON SALE NOW and are $50.SAVE $10 WHEN YOU BUY BOTH BY PHONE at 631-261-2900

 

Film

January 2010 Special Events at the Cinema Arts Centre

THE STORY STRUCTURE OF MOTION PICTURES: 8 Saturday Morning Classes January 9 thru February 27 @ 10:30am - 12:30pm

Presented by Award-winning screenwriter Stephen Martin Siegel

 

Film, Discussion with Oz Experts, Reception & Book Signing

THE WIZARD OF OZ FAMILY EVENT

In Celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the Timeless Family Classic

SPECIAL MATINEE!Sunday, January 10 @ 2pm. Special Oz Expert Guests: JANE LAHR, Daughter of actor BURT LAHR (Cowardly Lion);Authors JOHN FRICKE and JONATHAN SHIRSHEKAN,The Wizard of Oz: An Illustrated Companion to the Timeless Movie Classic, Hosted by KATHLEEN CARROLL former Chief Film Critic for The New York Daily News

Tickets can be purchased online  www.CinemaArtsCentre.org or at the box office during theatre hours. CAC 423 Park Ave, Huntington 631-423-7611

 

Member News

 

Want to be in the ‘know’ for the New Year? The 2010 There’s No Place Like Northport Calendar is brimming with information, including the dates of longstanding local events, such as Cow Harbor Day, St. Baldrick’s Day and NAC happenings. Photos of Northport landmarks taken by outstanding homegrown photographers celebrate the beauty of our picturesque village.   Pick up  your copy at  Jones Drug Store,  Copenhagen Bakery , the Engeman Theater, Cow Harbor Fine Gifts, Jewelry Collection, LaMantia Gallery, Wilkes Gallery, Einstein’s Attic, Hengstenberg’s Florist, Sweet Mama’s, Northport Historical Society, IGA ( East Northport and Ft. Salonga), and Book Revue in Huntington.

 

 

 

The NAC Board strongly appeals to our readers to renew their memberships. NAC events are free, and we are fortunate to bring many diverse artistic programs to the community with our member’s generous support. NAC depends on membership as the major source for performer’s stipends, publicity, office supplies, printing and promotional material, accounting fees, mailings, and liability insurance. Our NAC Arts NEWS is an excellent free publicity resource for community artists with over 1,200 monthly subscribers. The Northport Arts Coalition is run by an all volunteer board of six dedicated women, who give countless hours in service to promoting the arts in our community. Your support and appreciation strengthens the organization and makes this newsletter and our NAC special events possible. NAC asks all members to please keep us informed if you have had an email or physical address change. Please send your new information to nacnewsletter@gmail.com.

 

Please submit your arts related announcements for next month’s newsletter to nacnewsletter@gmail.com by the 20th of January. Announcements should be clear of excessive formatting, and limited to six lines, 100 words. Photos in jpeg format may be included when appropriate. Photographs which include children must indicate parent’s permission granted. Please note that in order to post information, NAC requires current membership. Please renew your membership prior to submitting your announcement to be included in the upcoming newsletter. Thank you for reading the NAC Arts NEWS!

 

The Northport Arts Coalition thanks our present and past supporters:

NAC MEMBERS

Northport Fire Department

Northport Chamber of Commerce

Northport Parks Department

Northport/East Northport Public Library

Northport Village Hall

Huntington Arts Council

Suffolk County Legislature, Jon Cooper

Assemblyman Andrew Raia

Chase Manhattan Bank

Scherer and Sons Aquatic Gardens

Eclipse Signs

Times of Northport

 

 

 

NAC BOARD

Lauren Paige, Executive Director

Pat Bond, Director

Charlotte Koons, Outreach Specialist

Terry Lister, Public Relations

Marsha Bartley, Treasurer

Christine Darch, Assistant E.D.; Editor, NAC Arts News

 

ADVISORY BOARD

Craig Fligstein, Grant consultant

Kate Kelly, Visual Art Advisor

Mary Ellen Moll, Library Liaison

Daniel Paige, Community Liaison

George Rehn, C.P.A.