(Photo courtesy of Atelier6000) Art historian Lorna Cahall explores influential artists and art movements in A6’s monthly Cheers to Art! program. This month they toast William Blake. A one-of-a-kind seer, prophet, social critic, artist, and poet, Blake managed to “see eternity in a grain of sand.” He experienced the huge upheaval of the 19th century-the…
Seussical the Musical at Mountain View
The drama and music departments at Mountain View High School are presenting Seussical the Musical (music by Stephen Flaherty, book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty) in early March. The story is based on the works of Dr. Seuss, and includes thirty songs and dance numbers choreographed and staged by local industry professionals. (Don’t expect a lot…
Les Schwab Amphitheater Unveils More Shows Opening June with John Mellencamp
Les Schwab Amphitheater has announced some concerts set to bring throngs of people to the banks of the Deschutes this summer. John Mellencamp with special guests Jewel and Carlene Carter — June 11. Pink Martini — Friday June 30 Kicking off the season in June with everyone’s favorite little orchestra. To make the night even…
Human Dignity Coalition Seeks T-Shirt Designs for Annual Central Oregon Pride Celebration in Bend, Oregon
Human Dignity Coalition is hard at work with our plans for the 13th Annual Central Oregon Pride 2017 Saturday, June 24 at Drake Park in Bend, Oregon. Calling all artists! Central Oregon Pride is collecting submissions for the 2017 t-shirt design for this year’s Pride Celebration. Submit your design, full name, phone and email topride@humandignitycoalition.org…
Hitting the High Notes: David Lanz at the Tower Theatre
Pacific Northwest Native David Lanz sits at the Steinway Sunday, March 5 at 7:30pm to showcase his array of wistful and original compositions. The Tower Theatre Foundation presents the world-renown pianist most recognized for his hit, Cristofori’s Dream a million-selling musical thank you to Bartolomeo Cristofori, the man who invented the piano in the 17th…
A6 Studio & Gallery Present Unusual Book Forms Relics & Ruins
(Photo courtesy of A6) Artists from across the U.S. and abroad explore the rich theme of Relics & Ruins in unusual book forms for A6’s 3rd Biennial International Artist Book Exhibition. For people who are unfamiliar with artist books, the exhibit is an eye-opener. “These works may look like a book or function like a…
What’s in a Muse? Gathering Inspiration from Around the Globe
(Photo above: Ruth Williamson interviews Ily Logeais | all photography by Thomas & Velo Photography) As a verb, to muse is to consider something thoughtfully. As a noun, it means a person — especially a woman — who is a source of artistic inspiration. You’ll meet many of these women (and men) at the Muse…
Ridgeview High Theatre Troupe Presents Robin Hood & His Merry Men
The Ridgeview High School Theatre Department continues this weekend with Robin Hood and His Merry Men by Richard Gremel. Prince John has decreed that the citizens of Nottingham pay weekly taxes or face the penalty of death. His decrees are enforced by the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. The citizens think that all hope is lost until they…
Mountainfilm on Tour: A Fundraiser for The Environmental Center
Mountainfilm is back for its 14th tour in Bend February 24-25 featuring two nights of inspirational documentary films with themes of exploring cultures, preserving environments and promoting adventure. The event showcases the very best of Telluride Mountainfilm Festival, an annual film festival in Colorado with a mission to use the power of film, art and ideas…
CELEBRATE: Eagle Watch Set For Culver Central Oregon Students in 4-12th Grade Can Enter Eagle Art Contest
The 22nd annual Eagle Watch celebration will be February 25-26 at Round Butte Overlook Park. The celebration honors eagles and other raptors that live in the Lake Billy Chinook area. Hosted by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD), Portland General Electric, Crooked River Grassland and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, the event features…