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Figure Drawing (First 2 Tuesdays of the Month) at the NEST Arts Factory
This is an open sketch studio workshop moderated by Ellie Mesa, sponsored by City Lights/Bridgeport Art Trail.
$15.00 Model Fee, please RSVP clgallerybpt@gmail.com
This event is hosted via Zoom.
Join us for this book talk! The Come Up: An Oral History of the Rise of Hip Hop is the essential oral history of hip-hop, from its origins on the playgrounds of the Bronx to its reign as the most powerful force in pop culture—from the award-winning journalist behind All the Pieces Matter, the New York Times bestselling oral history of The Wire.
RSVP for Zoom link: here
Jonathan Abrams is an award-winning staff reporter for The New York Times. He is the bestselling author of two previous books, Boys Among Men and All the Pieces Matter. A graduate of the University of Southern California, Abrams was formerly a staff writer at Bleacher Report, Grantland, and the Los Angeles Times.
This will be a digital session.
Calling all writers!
Please join us for the July Writers’ Group August meeting online!
New dates and times: Meets the first Wednesday of each month 9-10am.
Alliance member, Brian Hogan is heading up this event. Brian Hogan is a Public Speaker as well as a Creativity and Clarity Life Coach specializing in helping artists and creatives from all walks of life find clarity and move past blocks as they discover and honor their own artistic processes. Brian also speaks on alignment, the nature of existence, and how to find the messages and order within the seeming chaos of our fast-paced everyday reality. He used to operate a compassionate care cannabis delivery service in West Hollywood CA for seven years before returning to Connecticut to pursue his MFA in storytelling which he earned in 2019 at Sacred Heart University. In addition to his monthly creative writing workshops with the Stratford Arts Alliance Brian currently serves as an Artist-in-Residence and Adjunct Professor at Sacred Heart University’s Graduate Film & Television Program where he teaches Screenwriting. He is also pursuing a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He has released multiple award-winning short films and a TV pilot. He is currently working on a web series that he wrote, directed, and will star in, arriving in 2024. You can find out more about Brian at his website www.LifeStoryHacking.com.
DRAWINGS AFTER DARK
Black-and-white drawings submitted from around the world are doused in darkness and navigated via an LED light. Everyone, no matter their age or experience, was accepted into this unifying exhibit, a true installation-as-environment that comes alive with the viewer’s journey. As eyes adjust to darkness, unexpected sights and senses will emerge.
BRINGING IT DOWNTOWN
A visual testament to the diversity of arts in Connecticut showcasing artists from Fairfield County’s booming arts and culture scene…
Work by: Frank Foster Post, Thalia Hernandez, Michael J Clocks, Looketha, Joe Fucigna, Sooo-z Mastropietro, Nate Norms, Eddie Hall, Tara Blackwell, Jahmane West, Gabe Sorrentino, Aisha Nailah, Erich Davis, Dan Makara, Jeff Ostergren, Mary Dwyer, Steven Gerber, and Reggie Woolery
Note: URSA Gallery will be closed until after Scope Miami (Dec 4)
Downtown BridgeportFriday December 9th, 6pmWe’ll start at BPT Creates then head over to our first locations.Locations: TBD
We all know who Santa Claus is, but where did he come from? This wildly popular Cabaret original is the heart-warming and hilarious story of a young Christopher Kringle and his journey to become Santa Claus. The perfect blend of music, mayhem, and merriment for the whole family that is sure to have you ringing jingle bells this holiday season.
This event is hosted via Zoom.
Zoom Meeting ID: 743 8438 8746
Passcode: SHANNA
The Writer’s Group is a space for people who love words to gather and create new work. The mission is to use prompts and other creative tools to motivate the creative process. It also creates a space to share and get a reaction from other writers who can advise us on how to enhance our work. This is not an open mic or showcase. This is a place to develop our writing.
Sponsored by City Lights Gallery: citylightsgallery.org
In 1853 Charles Dickens began public readings of his most popular work, A Christmas Carol. When he ended his performances in 1870, he had read it 127 times. From December 1867 to April 1868 he performed over 400 readings on an American tour in Boston, New York, Washington DC and other East Coast cities including Hartford. A Christmas Carol was his most performed reading on this tour. Mr. Dickens will come alive again reading A Christmas Carol. It is the same shortened version of the story that Dickens performed. He removed sections for public readings so they would be about 90 minutes. Dickens was also a professional actor, so, like his, this reading will be animated and captivating. Please join us as a group of friends assembled to hear a tale told and to share in the true spirit of Christmas.
Kenneth Noll is a professor of Microbiology at the University of Connecticut and has been performing in community theater near his home in Storrs, Connecticut for over 20 years. He recently began to portray Charles Darwin in museums, schools, community events and universities. He now also portrays Charles Dickens as a way to spread cheer and good will during the Christmas Season.
We all know who Santa Claus is, but where did he come from? This wildly popular Cabaret original is the heart-warming and hilarious story of a young Christopher Kringle and his journey to become Santa Claus. The perfect blend of music, mayhem, and merriment for the whole family that is sure to have you ringing jingle bells this holiday season.
*Please note*
This workshop will be in-person only and will not be livestreamed.
No registration is necessary.
Each session will feature: (1) an interview with the guest artist to learn about his/her career path and influences, (2) a demonstration of the skills and craft of the artist’s field of endeavor, and (3) an interactive component where audience members are brought on stage to gain instruction in that craft. Maureen Hamill, Director of Education for Klein Theatre Arts, is the moderator.
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