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Berkeley Arts Council News
Artists: Be a Part of the 2012 Arts Expo
Artists, performers and instructors will be featured at the Berkeley Arts Council's second Arts Expo, scheduled this year for November 10. We will be submitting grant applications and seeking sponsors to provide stipends and expense reimbursement for up to 20 presenters. The challenge is to come up with a creative activity that kids five and up, teens or adults can participate in. Spontaneity encouraged! Hands-on skills are one option; music, dance and theater offer good possibilities for small groups. Performances and demonstrations can be part of the mix. We want to Amplify the Arts and encourage everyone to find satisfaction in a creative activity. (By the way, you can see the video from the 2011 expo here.) More information, a submission form and contract can be downloaded from the Arts Expo page. The deadline to be considered for inclusion in the grant application is February 11.
Deadline is Approaching:
2012 Art and Earth Juried Exhibit
The deadline for submission to the Second Art and Earth Juried Art Exhibit is less than a month away. The deadline for submission is February 20, 2012. The Berkeley Arts Council has announced a preliminary prize fund of $600. Additional cash prizes may be offered depending on entries. The exhibit, which will be produced by the Berkeley Arts Council in collaboration with The Arts Centre in Martinsburg, WV, has the theme “Art and Earth: My Art – My World.” Artists in all media are invited to submit works that express their feelings about nature and the environment. The Juror for the exhibit will be Laura Amussen, Director of Exhibitions and Art Collection Coordinator at Goucher College in Baltimore, Maryland. The exhibit will run April 20 through May 20, 2012 at The Arts Centre gallery, 300 West King Street in Martinsburg. An opening reception and awards presentation will be Friday, April 20 from 5-7pm Details, including entry forms and the full schedule are posted on the Berkeley Arts Council web site. For more information contact Rip Smith at 304-596-0873 or email berkeleyartswv@gmail.com.
“Show Us You Can Dance!”
Young dance students in Berkeley County and around the four-state region are invited to gain competition experience and maybe win cash prizes in the second annual “Show Us You Can Dance” competition. On Saturday, March 31, entrants will audition for the opportunity to perform in the finals on April 28. Both events will be held at Musselman High School in Inwood, WV. Registration is available online or applications may be downloaded from the Berkeley Art Council’s website. The deadline is March 15.
Tom Lynch to Teach Workshop
The Berkeley Arts Council is pleased to announce a Watercolor Workshop with renowned watercolorist and instructor Tom Lynch on July 10-13, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in Martinsburg, WV. More
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Art Exhibits
Continuing Through April 29
79th Annual Cumberland Valley Photographic Salon (juried exhibit). Open to amateur and professional photographers, the exhibition was juried by Bruce Katsiff, photographer and Director of the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. Berkeley County photographers selected for this exhibit are: Mary-Jo Bennett, Christopher Davis, Daniele Piasecki, Mike Pulsifer, and Sterling "Rip" Smith (Juror's Award Sponsored by Youngblood Studios). Washington County Museum of FIne Arts, 401 Museum Drive Hagerstown, MD Tues-Fri – 9 am-5 pm;Sat 9 am – 4 pm; Sunday 1-5 pm Closed Monday Washington County Museum of FIne Arts 301.739.5727; www.wcmfa.org or info (at) wcmfa (dot) org.
February 11
Let Art Warm Your Heart. Washington Street Artists’ Cooperative Saturday, 1 - 5 p.m. Find that one of a kind gift of art for Valentine’s Day. Treat your heart and your sweetheart with a painting, a handcrafted necklace, a hand-carved Streeter critter, a Langerhans flying pig, or a captivating photograph. 235 W. Washington St., Charles Town Open Thurs. - Sunday, noon - 5 p.m. 304-724-2090; wstreetgallery.com/ or info (at) wstreetgallery (dot) com.
Special Events
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February 11
Annual Talent Extravaganza at the Apollo Civic Theatre features entertainment by community musicians, singers, comedians and more. 7 pm. 128 East Martin St. near the train station. Tickets at the door - $10. 304-263-6766; www.apollo-theatre.org or act (at) apollo-theatre (dot) org. |
Music and Dance
Continuing on Tuesdays
BMA Music Jams. Bluegrass musicians of all levels are invited to join the Bluegrass Music Alliance. Don’'t play? Come listen to some great music! Train Station - East Martin St, Martinsburg Each Tues. 6:30 -9:30 pm Free 304-264-8801; www.BluegrassMusicAlliance.org or Jenn (at) TravelWV (dot) com.
February 17-18
“Cinderella”The fairy tale story of Cinderella as told by Turning Pointe Dance Company under the direction of Kat Ward. Musselman High School Fri/Sat 7 pm $10.00 304-274-3311; http://rnmdancestudio.com/Turning_Pointe_Dance_Co.html or info (at) rnmdancestudio (dot) com.
February 17
Wind Ensemble Concert. The highly acclaimed Shepherd University Wind Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Scott Hippensteel. Free pre-concert lecture at 7:00 pm Frank Arts Center Theater, Shepherd University Friday at 8 PM Shepherd University Department of Music $10 general admission, $5 for faculty and students 18 and under 304-876-5555; www.shepherd.edu/musicweb or ealzona (at) shepherd.edu.
February 18
Cabin Fever Concert with The Honey DewDrops. Romney Bottling Works. Award-winning, nationally-touring folk duet performs powerful, heartfelt music with vocal harmonies and tight instrumentation. 426 E. Main St., Romney, WV Saturday, 7:30PM Hampshire County Arts Council $14 (HCAC mbrs $12, under 17 free) 304-703-1350; http://www.HampshireArts.org or performances (at) HampshireArts.org.
February 25
“Ring, Ring the Banjo: an Evening of Stephen Foster” West Virginia’s “Bard of Education” Mick Souter brings to life all of the warmth, gaiety, and exuberance of America’s beloved composer, Stephen Foster, in this delightful presentation of timeless classics of our American Cultural Heritage. Saturday 7:30 P.M. Tickets at the Door: $10 Adult, $7.00 Student. Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E. Martin St. Martinsburg. www.apollo-theatre.org.
February 25
Shepherd Music Salon Series: The Shepherd Three. Ann Munro, flute, Gregory Shook, oboe, and Richard Polonchak, bassoon, with Dr. Laura Renninger on piano. W.H.Shipley Recital Hall, Frank Arts Center, Shepherd University Sat. 7:30 pm FREE and open to the public 304-876-5555; www.shepherd.edu/musicweb or ealzona (at) shepherd.edu.
February 28
Matthew Fowle gives his senior trumpet recital. W.H.Shipley Recital Hall, Frank Arts Center, Shepherd University Sunday at 3:00 PM Shepherd University Department of Music FREE and open to the public 304-876-5555; www.shepherd.edu/musicweb or ealzona (at) shepherd.edu.
Theatre
February 10 -19
“The Hallelujah Girls” A side-splitting comedy introducing the feisty females of Eden Falls, Georgia as they try to turn their world on its ear following the death of an old friend. Old Opera House Theatre in Charles Town Fri 8-10 pm; Sat 8-10 pm; Sun 2:30-4:30 pm Old Opera House Theatre Company $17 Adults, $8 Students 304-725-4420; www.oldoperahouse.org or ooh(at) oldoperahouse (dot) org
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Apollo Civic Theatre 2012 Season
“The Bad Seed” March 9-18;
“Father of the Bride” April 13-22;
“The Pirates of Penzance” May 11-20.
304-263-6766; www.apollo-theatre.org or act (at) apollo-theatre (dot) org. |
'Specially for Kids
January 21 - March 4
"Hansel and Gretal" Wonderment Puppet Theater, 412 W King Street Martinsburg Sat/Sun 12 noon and 2 pm $4.50 2 years and up 304-258-4074; www.wondermentpuppets.com or wondermentpuppets (at) yahoo (dot) com.
Starting January 21
A variety of dramatic arts classes will be held for ages 8-18 beginning January 21, 2012 at the Apollo Civic Theatre in Martinsburg, WV Weekend classes are offered four 8-week sessions during the school year on Saturdays. Registration is online at www.selahtheatreproject.org or contact La Tasha Jones via email selahtheatreproject (at) gmail (dot) com or via phone 540-539-0682.
Opportunities: Classes, Workshops, Calls for Artists
Classes and Workshops
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Heritage Craft Center of the Eastern Panhandle
For information about classes call
304-264-9440 or www.heritagecraftcenter.org or email info (at) heritagecraftcenter (dot) org.
March 8 - 26
Stained Glass. Students will create a 12 X 12 inch panel, ready to hang and display at the end of the class. Instruction will include glass types and selection, pattern selection and preparation, glass cutting techniques, application of copper foil and soldering. There will be homework. Supplies for student to bring to class: an apron, bucket and brush. All basic supplies will be ones you will have in your home. Triple Brick Museum, Martinsburg Thursdays and Mondays, 6-9 pm $144, plus $30 materials fee 304-264-9440; www.heritagecraftcenter.org or info (at) heritagecraftcenter (dot) org. |
Pottery Class
Now open, the Mud in Your "I" Pottery Studio at North Mountain Arts. Call for info. Beginner classes available. Slab and freeform available upon request. North Mountain Arts, 201 N Mary Street, Hedgesville, WV Wednesday through Saturday or by appointment $20.00 / lesson 304 754 5727; or northmountainarts (at) frontier (dot) com.
Artist Tom Lynch to Teach Workshop in Martinsburg
The Berkeley Arts Council is pleased to announce a Watercolor Workshop with nationally known watercolorist and instructor Tom Lynch on July 10-13, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in Martinsburg, WV. This is the first time in several years that Tom Lynch has held a workshop on the East Coast. The BAC is very excited to bring this opportunity to our regional artists and to invite artists from outside our area to join us for this excellent workshop. The cost for the four-day workshop is $400 plus food and lodging. Reduced room rates are available to workshop participants at the Holiday Inn. Space is limited and participant registration is on a first come, first served basis. For more information or reserve a space in the workshop, please go to the Berkeley Arts Council website at www.berkeleyartswv.org/workshops.
Calls for Artists
Open Now
Call for Artists for the 6th Annual North Mountain Arts Festival. June 2, 2012 from 9 am – 3:30 pm. A few spaces left for this juried show. New vendors: submit photos or provide a link to your web site. North Mountain Arts, 201 N Mary Street, Hedgesville, WV Booth fee for artists, $45 304 754 5727; www.northmountainarts.com or northmountainarts (at) frontier (dot) com.
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Deadline February 10
Global Art Project for Peace. The goals: 1. create a piece of art around the concept of world peace. 2. display the work. 3. Permanently exchange work with a partner selected by Global Art Project for Peace 4. display work received in exchange. Projects web site: http://www.globalartproject.org/about/projectdescription.html Initial meeting on February 10, details TBA via email To be decided $15 for individual or $20 for group 240.422.4024; Sponsored locally by ArtBerkeley. http://www.globalartproject.org/about/projectdescription.html or EuterpesPleasure (at) gmail (dot) com. |
Deadline February 10
Global Art Project for Peace. The goals: 1. create a piece of art around the concept of world peace. 2. display the work. 3. Permanently exchange work with a partner selected by Global Art Project for Peace 4. display work received in exchange. Projects web site: http://www.globalartproject.org/about/projectdescription.html Initial meeting on February 10, details TBA via email To be decided $15 for individual or $20 for group 240.422.4024; Sponsored locally by ArtBerkeley. http://www.globalartproject.org/about/projectdescription.html or EuterpesPleasure (at) gmail (dot) com.
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Deadline March 1
The Trails and Trees Studio Tour of Berkeley County is seeking Berkeley County artists and artisans to participate in the second Tour, October 6 & 7, 2012. To join the tour or for more information, email artzkat (at) yahoo (dot) com by March 1, 2012. |
Deadline March 1
Allied Artists of West Virginia Juried Exhibit: The 68th Allied Artists of West Virginia Exhibition will be held at the Parkersburg Art Center, Parkersburg, WV. Exhibit Dates May 11 - June 28, 2012. Open to West Virginia Residents 18 and over. Download the full prospectus and entry form here.
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