April 7, 2015 | Music & Arts | Big Sky Publishing
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MUSIC THEATER & FILM VISUAL ART DANCE
Live Storytelling on the Verge’s Main Stage
LITERARY EVENTS
Photo: Marla Goodman
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Buy your tickets now! Giacomo Puccini’s
MAY 15—7:00 PM MAY 17—3:00 PM Something for everyone— Tragedy • Comedy
Reception to follow each performance at John Bozeman’s Bistro 406-587-2889 www.intermountainopera.org
April Weekends at the Ellen Theatre The upcoming April weekends at the Ellen Theatre are booked with comedy acts, concerts and film screenings.
classic “West Side Story.” Chakiris will start the evening by discussing his life and the heyday of Hollywood, which will be followed by an audience question and answer session. After a brief intermission, “West Side Story” will be featured. Reserved seats for the April 11 talk and showing at 6 p.m. are $19.
First, join the Ellen for a night of laughs as Christopher Titus—a man who Newsday calls “TV’s most original comic voice since Seinfeld”—takes the stage. Titus will perform on Friday, April 10 at 8 p.m. Reserved seats are $25 or $35 for the VIP ticket.
THE GREATEST FAIRYTALE NEVER TOLD 2PM SATURDAYS APRIL 4–11
A new Verge puppet comedy! $5 [ALL AGES]
TALES FROM THE VERGE: EXPOSED! 8PM FRI–SAT APRIL 17-18
Hilarious, harrowing true stories! $12 [17+]
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
APR. 24 8PM*/APR. 25 8PM & MIDNIGHT* Let’s do the TIME WARP AGAIN! $12 [17+] (*Audience Participation Shows)
IMPROV ON THE VERGE
7PM MONDAYS APRIL 13 & 27
Daring! Hilarious! Unscripted! $5 [17+]
SILLY MOOSE COMEDY IMPROV SHOW 2PM SATURDAYS APRIL 25–MAY 16 One hour of zany improv comedy family fun! $5 [ALL AGES]
2304 N. 7TH
The very next night, the Ellen will be hosting Academy Award winner George Chakiris who played Maria’s brother in the Oscar-winning
As an appetizer to the Leon Russell rock concert happening the following week, the Ellen will be showing “American Graffiti” on Friday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for this 1962 classic are $5. Leon Russell, a distinguished music veteran of over 50 years will be performing at the Ellen and warns “Make sure you bring your earplugs, ‘cause we’re going to be loud.” Russell, who has performed alongside famous musicians such as Bob Dylan, John Lennon, Frank Sinatra, Joe Cocker, Willie Nelson, George
Harrison, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Barbara Streisand, Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin, will be at the Ellen on Thursday, April 23 for an 8 p.m. performance. Tickets range from $3439.
The band Lester Rocks will be at the Ellen for a 7:30 p.m. performance on Friday, April 24. Playing band leader Stefan Stern’s original compositions, this oneof-a-kind group blends genres to give a show comprised of piano, drums, bass and vocals for a heartwarming concert. Tickets are $15. Some lyrics may be inappropriate for younger audiences. The Ellen’s penultimate event for April brings renowned guitar player Claude Bourbon who mixes blues, Spanish, Middle Eastern and Russian stylings into his music. On Saturday, April 25 at 8 p.m., see Bourbon’s guitar skills first hand
for $17.
Bringing the month of April to a close at the Ellen is the French Canadian ensemble Le Vent du Nord. The progressive folk quartet from Quebec can be seen live on Thursday, April 30 at 8 p.m. for $19.50.
Tickets for each of these events can be purchased online at theellentheatre.com, by phone at 585-5885 or in person at the box office. For questions, please call the Ellen Theatre box office. By Stevie Croisant Chronicle Staff Writer Photos: Courtesy of The Ellen Theatre
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CO N T E N T S APRIL 7, 2015
April Weekends at the Ellen Theatre....................................................2
Free Far Afield Concert: Bozoon at the Belgrade Public Library...........3
Intermountain Opera Bozeman presents Puccini’s “Suor Angelica” and “Gianni Schicchi”................................................................................... 4
“Ode To Joy” with the Bozeman Symphony and Symphonic Choir and MSU Chorus.......................................................................................... 5
Exposed: Live Storytelling on the Verge’s Main Stage............................... 6–7
The Best of The Broads as “Broad Comedy” is Back in Bozeman................... 8
Open Door Theatre is Well and Truly Launched............................................ 9
National Tour of “Menopause The Musical”® plays Bozeman April 15......... 10
Directories............................................................................................. 11–12
EDITOR/WRITER Stevie Croisant DESIGN Duncan Bullock ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Cindy Sease ADVERTISING MANAGER Sylvia Drain
EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS Submissions are welcome and will be considered for publication. Query by e-mailing scroisant@dailychronicle.com or by calling 406-582-2642. ADVERTISING INQUIRIES can be made at 587-4491
Free Far Afield Concert: Bozoon at the Belgrade Public Library
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By Stevie Croisant Chronicle Staff Writer
he four bassoonists of the Bozeman Symphony have come together to create the exciting ensemble Bozoon. Music from “The Renaissance” (the original one), might start the journey, but Bozoon is working toward a “Modern Renaissance,” presenting concerts of new works that include original and jazz-influenced pieces alongside fine performances from the standard bassoon ensemble repertoire (yes, there is one!). The delightful programs will continually surprise audiences at school concerts for K-12 and at evening concerts for adults. Bassoons are fun. Bozoon is extraordinary. The Far Afield Program, established in 1992, takes Bozeman Symphony chamber ensembles to rural communities to present free performances and share their musical perspectives. Far Afield enables the audience to see, hear and feel the music being created live instead of through the media of television or radio. The concert is free at the Belgrade Public Library, located at 106 North Broadway in Belgrade. The concert starts at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15.
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Intermountain Opera Bozeman presents Puccini’s “Suor Angelica” and “Gianni Schicchi”
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riginally conceived as part of Puccini’s “Il Trittico,” “Suor Angelica” and “Gianni Schicchi” deal with the most powerful of raw human emotions. In “Suor Angelica,” the redemptive power of love saves the soul of a young nun who has just learned of the death of her illegitimate child. “Gianni Schicchi” is the prototype of all sitcoms, as a group of greedy family members try to “rearrange” the terms of their rich relative’s will only to find themselves outsmarted in the end by a wolf in sheep’s clothing. In both works, Puccini’s
By Stevie Croisant Chronicle Staff Writer
highly acclaimed performances lyrical gifts shine at their very in IOB’s 2012 production of “La brightest. Whether in tragedy This 2-in-1 Traviata.” or comedy, Puccini’s music will These artists will be joined by strike a heart string. performance The music and characters will has something fellow guest artists, numerous local artists along with the IOB be brought to life by nationally for everyone. chorus and orchestra. The newly renowned guest artists, under renovated Willson Auditorium the baton of Christopher Allen, will be put through its paces associate conductor of the with these two shows. The first opera will LA Opera and stage direction of Jeffrey feature the grandeur of traditional Opera Buchman, director of Intermountain Opera’s (IOB) 2012 production of “Romeo et Juliette.” sets and costumes. The second will show off The title roles will be portrayed by Maria the amazing new technical capabilities of Kanyova (Suor Angelica) and Levi Hernandez the Willson, with a modern set dramatically (Gianni Schicchi) back with us after their enhanced by lighting effects.
Performances are Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 17 at 3 p.m. at the Willson Auditorium. Tickets range from $25–$75, with 25 percent discounts for first time IOB attendees and 50 percent discounts for all students. Following each performance join fellow patrons along with the cast of the show at John Bozeman’s Bistro for hors d’oeuvres and no-host beverages. For additional information and tickets visit: www.Intermountain Opera.org or call 406-587-2889.
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Two one-act operas sung in Italian with English translation supertitles
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“Ode To Joy”
With Special Guests (clockwise from left): Anton Belov, Baritone
with the Bozeman Symphony and Symphonic Choir and MSU Chorus
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Barbara Rearick, MezzoSoprano Christine Lombardozzi, Soprano Daniel Weeks, Tenor
By Stevie Croisant Chronicle Staff Writer
he Bozeman Symphony is concluding their 47th concert season with the Master’s masterpiece—the powerful and exultant “9th Symphony” of Ludwig van Beethoven. It’s considered not only one of the greatest pieces of music ever written, but one of the greatest achievements of the Human Spirit. With its highly innovative structure of emotional depth, intensity and musical splendor, and its powerful and jubilant chorus celebrating the brotherhood of mankind, “The 9th” speaks a universal truth just as relevant today as it was when composed in 1824. With a quartet of renowned soloists, and the Symphonic Choir enhanced by special guests, the MSU University Chorus, this program promises to be their most inspirational concert ever. non-refundable/non-exchangeable “Ode to Joy” will take place and are distributed at random. on Saturday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m. Rush ticket prices are $10/adult, $5/ and Sunday, April 12 at 2:30 p.m. student. Cash or check only, all Both performances will be held sales final. at the newly renovated Willson Join Maestro Matthew Savery Auditorium. as he presents “Thoughts on Tickets are available for Beethoven’s 9th Symphony,” a prepurchase online at www. bozemansymphony.org or by phone at 585-9774. Adult tickets start at $25.00 with student discounts available. Post-concert receptions will be held immediately following the concert Saturday, April 11 at Starky’s Authentic Americana—24 N. Tracy, and Sunday, April 12 at Plonk Wine —29 E. Main St. Rush tickets will be available based on availability at the following locations on Friday, April 10: Eckroth Music (4-6 p.m.), ERA Downtown (4-6 p.m.), MSU School of Music Lobby (3-5 p.m.) Rush tickets are available firstcome, first-served. Tickets are Matthew Savery
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exposed. By Stevie Croisant Chronicle Staff Writer
The very connotation of the word elicits thoughts of vulnerability. While it’s hardly fun to have your deepest secrets revealed to the public, the Verge Theater is taking that idea and basing a whole production around it.
Performers: Ayesha Ashley, Rachel Hergett, Todd Hoberecht, Elizabeth Olson, Pol Llovet, Steven Harris-Weiel, and host/director Ryan Cassavaugh
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n accordance with one of their newest traditions, the Verge Theater puts on a biannual production of “Tales from the Verge,” where local actors, playwrights and authors tell completely true personal tales in front of a live audience. Themes from the 2014 season of “Tales from the Verge” included low-points and holiday horrors, but The Verge is opening their 2015 “Tales” series with the theme of “Exposed.” Director Ryan Cassavaugh has been the forefront of “Tales” since its inception as he saw similar live performances in his hometown of Washington D.C. and wanted to bring the idea to Bozeman. “I am a fan of true story telling,” Cassavaugh said. He didn’t understand why no one here was putting on a production like this, and as a member of a theater company, decided to take up the initiative himself. While the idea seemed like it could be a gradual hit, Cassavaugh was taken back by how instantly drawn to the show locals were as both 2014 “Tales from the Verge” were huge successes for The Verge. One major reason why it’s working: the performers keep the show conversational. “They aren’t reading from a script. I’m not asking them to memorize an essay or to recite words.” The show is very real and heartfelt, and as a director, Cassavaugh trusts his actors to bring the show to life. “Ninety percent of the work is done on their own,” he said of his actors who use approximately 15 minutes to tell their story. He hand selected his six-member cast and only a few months ago told them the theme Rachel Hergett and asked them to pick an event they haven’t
Photos: Marla Goodman
shared that dealt with whatever “exposed” meant to them. A week and a half before “Exposed” hits the stage, Cassavaugh will hear the monologues for the first time, offering gentle critiques and helping the speakers draw out the emotions in their stories. “Exposed,” while sounding rather damaging and revealing, promises to be a rather hilarious show, according to Cassavaugh. This April, audience members can expect to hear stories from a man whose father was a nudist, to a heartfelt story about an actor’s first time kissing another man on stage and his ability to embody a character who is different from himself, to Cassavaugh’s own true story about a close friend’s death. Emotions will be running high, but that’s what Cassavaugh wants from the audience. “It’s unique to hear a true, honest story as an audience member,” he said. “It’s very cathartic, and you become really drawn into their story. I think humans are natural story tellers, so to hear something that’s real, you can feel how genuine the tale actually is, especially coming from people who are great at communicating with a captive audience.” “Tales from the Verge: Exposed” runs at the Verge Theater Friday and Saturday April 17–18 at 8 p.m. The black box venue hosts approximately 80 people, and the Verge anticipates two sold-out shows. Tickets can be bought online at vergetheater.com or at Cactus Records downtown for $12. The Verge Theater is located at 2304 N. 7th Avenue and can be reached at 587-0737.
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Don’t miss…The Best of The Broads as “Broad Comedy” is Back in Bozeman
Erin Roberg performing “Don’t Hit Reply” about YouTube haters. L–R: Erin Roberg, Cara Wilder, Missy O’Malley, Maggie Garver
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By Stevie Croisant Chronicle Staff Writer
oin thousands of Broads fans for a night of absolutely pee-yourpants funny and smart musical satire and sketch comedy skewering the right-wing, politicos, sexism, homophobia and, well, just think back at the past 15 years and you’ll know what they tackled. If it was timely and required a response from these Broads, then they covered it. Past faves include “The United States Extreme Right Wing Cheerleading Squad,” “That’s Global Warming!”, “The F-Word (Feminism),” “A Tribute To The Westboro Baptist Church,” “The Real Housewives of Bozeman”—okay we are out of space—but there have been over 200 pieces delivered to Bozeman audiences in those 15 years and they want to hear which ones you want back. Visit their Facebook page and post your choices on the Broad Comedy page. And for newbies…if you haven’t seen ‘em, Broad Comedy is Bozeman’s loveable and provocative women’s musical satire and sketch comedy show. If you haven’t seen them, you are among the few. With Youtube hits reaching over 1.5 million collectively, Broad Comedy is making a name for itself nationally. If you’re ready for racy, smart, feisty, in-your-face comedy that comes with both an edgy integrity and satirical honesty, then call for tickets now for this ever-popular cabaret of sketch comedy and musical satire. It is a high-energy laugh-fest that you don’t want to miss. To check out what you’re getting yourself into, go to www. broadcomedy.com and check out the videos and reviews. Men, fear not, this show’s for you, too. The audience is filled with Broad-lovin’ men. There are VIP reserved seats for purchase. For more information: 406-522-7623, or www.broadcomedy.com. Broad Comedy will show at the Emerson Cultural Center on Friday and Saturday April 10–11 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale online or at Cactus Records. The show is for those 18 and over. Tickets are $21 in advance, $25 at the door or $35 for VIP reserved seats.
406-586-1321 Offices in Big Sky, Bozeman, Livingston & Ennis Robyn Erlenbush CRB, Broker Owner Each office independently owned and operated.
The full cast in “War on Women.” L–R: Missy O’Malley, Cara Wilder, Erin Roberg and Katie Goodman
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Open Door Theatre is Well and Truly Launched
by Marjorie Smith Board member and communications director for Open Door Theatre
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oes Bozeman really need one more theatre company? A year ago, a handful of us were asking each other that question as we talked about how a new community theatre —if there were one—should operate. ‘Yes,’ we admitted. Most weekends there’s so much going on in this town no one can possibly see everything! And yet… And yet, we all had our own tales of not hearing about auditions until a show was already cast, or being told “We have all the help we need,” when we volunteered our services backstage or of whiteknuckled winter drives over Bozeman Pass to get to rehearsals at one of two (count ‘em!) community theatres in Livingston.
There’s great stuff going on at all the theatres in the area, we acknowledged. But maybe there should be opportunities for more folks to get involved in the magic world of live theatre. To test that theory, we called an interest meeting last August. When over obviously interested 30 people showed up, we knew we were on the right track. With much support and advice from many quarters, we dived through the looking glass and learned how to establish new nonprofit organization. There’s a line in “Play On!” our first production: “Do you have any notion how hard it is to do a play?” Well, before all that work can begin comes the process of organizing a theatre company. The search for a venue. Fundraising.
Obtaining non-profit status so that contributions will be tax deductible. Registering with the state. Adopting bylaws. Electing officers. Buying insurance. Renting a post office box. Putting together email lists. Creating a Facebook page. Launching a website. Then comes selecting a script, finding a director, building a set, locating props and costumes, rehearsing, rehearsing, rehearsing. All to be accomplished in a short time by volunteers. Amazingly, it all came together that last weekend in February and first weekend in March in rented space at the Kaleidoscope Playhouse. That coming together included what may be the most essential part of live theatre: an audience laughing and applauding.
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The cast of “Play On!” the first production of Bozeman’s new community theatre group, Open Door Theatre, pose on the set after their final performance March 7, with stage manager Kaylin Greene in front.
Now, having caught our breath, we’re off again. As you read this, actors are auditioning for parts in Neil Simon’s “Brighton Beach Memoirs.” A director is agonizing over casting choices. A costumer is poring over photos of people in Brooklyn in 1937. Very soon, sets will be under construction. Props and a sound plan will be designed. Some of your friends and neighbors will be twice as busy as they usually are—and possibly twice as happy. We take our name very seriously. We aspire to welcome everyone who wants to be a part of all the work and fun. Check out our website (www.opendoorbozeman. org), and let us know if you want to be more information about our activities. We’re having a grand time creating what we like to think of as share-able art. Join us. The door is open. Photos by Neil Gregersen
Suzee Branch played amateur playwright Phyllis Montague, who was indignant at the reactions to her suggested changes in the script of the play a community theatre group is about to open.
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National Tour of “Menopause The Musical”® plays Bozeman April 15 for one night only! GFour Productions, winners of 54 Drama Desk and 44 Tony Awards are proudly bringing the international hit show “Menopause The Musical” to Bozeman and will play at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse for one night only on April 15. “Menopause The Musical” is a groundbreaking celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of or have survived “The Change.” Now celebrating 14 years of female empowerment through hilarious musical comedy, “Menopause The Musical” has evolved as a “grassroots” movement of women who deal with life adjustments after 40 by embracing each other and the road ahead.
Ode to Joy! Symphony No. 9, op. 125, D minor (Choral) Beethoven
Saturday, April 11, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 12, 2:30 p.m. Willson Auditorium
Featuring Special Guests:
Christine Lombardozzi, soprano
Barbara Rearick, mezzo-soprano
Daniel Weeks, tenor
Anton Belov, baritone
Also featuring the Bozeman Symphonic Choir and the MSU University Chorus
Saturday Concert Sponsored by Ode to Joy Walter & Regina Wunsch, Spectec/TIC Pre-Concert Lecture Reception follows concert at: Thoughts on Beethoven’s Starky’s Authentic Americana, 9th Symphony with Maestro Savery 24 North Tracy Wednesday April 8, 2015 Sunday Concert Sponsored by 5:00 p.m. free event Michael & Sharon Beehler ERA Landmark Real Estate Reception follows concert at: 8 E. Main Street Plonk Wine, 29 East Main Call the Bozeman Symphony Office at 585-9774
or reserve tickets online at www.bozemansymphony.org
Set in a department store, four women meet by chance while shopping for a black lace bra at a lingerie sale. After noticing unmistakable similarities among one another, the all-female cast jokes about their woeful hot flashes, mood swings, wrinkles, weight gain and much more. These women form a sisterhood and unique bond with the entire audience as they rejoice in celebrating that menopause is no longer “The Silent Passage.” Inspired by a hot flash and a bottle of wine, “Menopause The Musical” was created as a celebration of women who find themselves at any stage of “The Change.” The laughter-filled 90-minute production gets audience members out of their seats and singing along to parodies from classic pop songs of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. “Menopause The Musical,” now in its 14th year of production, is recognized as the longest-running scripted production in Las Vegas and continues to entertain nightly at Luxor Hotel and Casino. The hilarious musical has entertained audiences across the country in more than 450 U.S. cities, nearly 300 international cities and a total of 15 countries. For more information, visit: www.MenopauseTheMusical.com. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased at BroadwayinBozeman.com or by calling the box office at 800-325-5940. Group discounts for 10+ are also available through the box office.
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If you want to be listed in the May edition of Music and Arts, email scroisant@dailychronicle.com or call 406-582-2642. Include details, dates, times, address of venue, contact information and admission price, if any for events taking place May 5–June 1. The deadline for submissions is April 26.
The Ellen Theatre
17 W. Main St, Bozeman (585-5885, theellentheatre.com) • Christopher Titus Comedy Show: See page 2 for details.
• A Conversation with George Chakiris: See page 2 for details. • ”American Graffiti”: A Screening: See page 2 for details. • Leon Russell: See page 2 for details. • Lester Rocks: See page 2 for details. • Guitar Virtuoso, Claude Bourbon: See page 2 for details. • Le Vent du Nord: See page 2 for details.
The Bozeman Symphony Society (585-9774, bozemansymphony.org)
• Ode to Joy and Preconcert Lecture: See page 5 for details. • Free Far Afield Concert: Bozoon at the Belgrade Public Library: See page 3 for details. • Symphony Conductor Matthew Savery to perform at NYC Carnegie Hall: Friday, June 5 at 8 p.m. in the Stern/Perelman Auditorium. Tickets are now on sale by calling Carnegie Charge at 212-247-7800 or online at carnegiehall.org. Savery and solo violinist Alexander Markov will perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City collaborating with Heike Doerr on harpsichord performing Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons.” Other masterpieces on the program include Tchaikovsky and Vitali Chaconne.
Intermountain Opera At the Willson Auditorium 104 E. Main St., Bozeman (587-2889, intermountainopera.org) • Sour Angelica and Gianni Schicchi: See page 4 for details.
The Verge Theater
2304 North 7th Ave., Bozeman (587-0737, vergetheater.com) • Improv on the Verge: Monday, April 13 and 27 at 7 p.m. $5. Enjoy a night of laughter in the form of live improv theater put on by the Verge’s team of SouthWest Alternative Theater Improv Players. • Tales from the Verge: Exposed: See page 6 and 7 for details. • The Rocky Horror Show (Sixth Annual): April 24-25 at 8 p.m. and midnight on the 25th. $12. The cult favorite is back! Whether you’re a Rocky Virgin or have been corrupted over and over again, this stage spectacular will surprise and excite you. Make reservations online or stop by Cactus Records in Downtown Bozeman. Recommended for ages 17+.
Broadway in Bozeman
At the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse 1 Bobcat Circle, Bozeman (800-325-5940, menopaisethemusical.com) • Menopause the Musical: See page 10 for details.
The Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman (587-9797, theemerson.org) • Broad Comedy: See page 8 for details.
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The Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture 111 S. Grand Ave., Bozeman (587-9797, theemerson.org)
• Parts of the Whole and Contact: Exhibit in the Jessie Wilber Gallery and Lobby Gallery from now until May 1. Free. Minnesota-based artist John Saurer presents “Parts of the Whole,” a body of work that is made up of different parts with each part dependent upon the other. • Surface: Exhibit in the Weaver Room Gallery from now until June 5. Free. Bozeman artist and MSU graduate, Sarah Maki presents “Surface,” a series of acrylic paintings on thin, translucent acetate sheets. Maki calls attention to beauty found in the temporal and overlooked. • Art Education Classes and Camp: Enroll now. Contact education@ theemerson.org for more information. This spring, The Emerson will offer adult and teen favorites such as Ceramics, Acrylic Painting, Portrait and Figure Drawing, Casting Basics and Art on the Rocks Series (21+). Life Drawing Sessions held indoors with nude models in the spring and outdoors with clothed models in the summer will also be held at the Emerson. A printmaking workshop taught by current exhibiting artist John Saurer will also be taught.
Loretta Fine Art Studio
(539-9528, lorettafineart.com, workshops@lorettafineart.com) • Prep for Plein Air Painting: Thursdays May 7–28 from 5:30–8 p.m. $160. Freshen up on your skills and techniques for summer Plein Air landscape painting excisions. Focus on composition, values, form, contrast, color harmony and atmospheric perspective with drawing, pastel and paint. Landscape oil painter and instructor Loretta Domaszewski will help you find your visual voice with expressive brush techniques and prepare you for painting in the outdoors. Open for all levels. • One Day Plein Air Landscape Painting Drop Ins: Select Saturdays from May–October from 4–7 p.m. $40 per day for early registration or drop ins $50. Four pack: $150. Learn to paint light and movement with energy and passion from Loretta Domeszewski. Demos, practical information and lots of individual attention and critiques. All levels, ages and media. • Bozeman Four Day Plein Air Workshops with Contemporary Impressionist Landscape Painter Loretta Domaszewski: Select days in June through October from 4-7 p.m. Call for specific dates. $250. Register through email. Catch the light and long shadows of Bozeman’s gardens, trails, valleys and streams during summer and fall evenings. Focus is on observation, technique, organizing and simplifying composition, atmospheric perspective, layering of warm and cool colors while creating harmonious landscapes. Demonstrations, individual instruction, guidance and group critiques. Oil or acrylic. Supply list available.
Music & Arts exists to highlight the arts community in Bozeman and to help publicize your upcoming events. Music & Arts publishes the first Tuesday of each month. Submissions for events taking place between May 5 and June 1 are due by April 26. Please include details, dates, times, address of venue, contact information and admission price. Send your event submissions to Stevie Crosaint (scroisant@ dailychronicle.com).
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Photo: Yellowstone Ballet Company
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Photo: Josey Quinones for Bozeman Symphony