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MEMBERSHIP & SUPPORT WHY BECOME A MEMBER?
The mission of Unison Arts Center is to enrich the cultural life and community in the midHudson Valley by making high-quality art, performances, and educational experiences accessible to all. Your support makes this possible. Every membership dollar we receive helps Unison to offer world-class performers; exciting workshops; fun and educational programming for children, adults, and families; stimulating gallery exhibits; and a woodland sculpture garden. BECOME A MEMBER OR GIVE A GIFT! PHONE: 845-255-1559 | EMAIL: info@unisonarts.org | WEB: unisonarts.org MAIL: 68 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz, NY 12561
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS $35 College Student / Sr. Citizen 65+ Discount on programs for one person
ENJOY THESE BENEFITS Discounts on tickets
(100% tax deductible)
$50 Individual Discount on programs for one person
Ticket exchange privileges
(100% tax deductible)
$100 Household / Contributor Discount + 2 free tickets*
No handling fees on phone orders
($66 tax deductible)**
$250 Patron Discount + 4 free tickets*
Special Members-Only events
($182 tax deductible)**
$500 Benefactor Discount + 10 free tickets*
Discount on rental rates
($330 tax deductible)**
$1,000 Angel Discount + 24 free tickets* ($592 tax deductible)**
*Unison special events, events at SUNY New Paltz, SUNY Ulster, or other non-Unison venues are not included. **You may choose to waive all goods and services associated with each level of membership, making the entire amount of your membership contribution tax deductible.
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LETTER FROM HEATHER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, UNISON ARTS CENTER
The cooler months are fast approaching, but Unison will keep you warm by providing a wide variety of performances and events. Welcome to Unison's fall catalog, featuring performances by artists such as John Cohen and the Down Hill Strugglers, Eric Andersen and the legendary Brenda Bufalino. Among the new offerings are the Health and Healing lectures, Sunday String concerts, and a lecture series on understanding painting. Heather Ohlson Executive Director Unison Arts Center
Children's programming has expanded to include after-school classes in clay, crafts, drawing, and dance. The Family Spanish Intensive is an after-school class for kids and their parents.
On behalf of the office staff, I want to thank everyone who has helped make this new season possible. I am happy to welcome all of our new members and friends to another great season at Unison. Best,
Heather
UNISON’S BOARD & STAFF President, Howard Sachar Treasurer, Amos Newcombe Secretary, Joe Ferri Board Member, Pascal Guirma
Executive Director, Heather Ohlson Press & Box Office, Dan Pietrafesa Graphic Designer, Stacy Greenspan
Board Member, Ray Schilke
Office Assistant, Ryan Thomas
Board Member, Mark Rausher
Building & Grounds, John Talutto
Board Member, Julia Hirsch CALL 845-255-1559 OR VISIT UNISONARTS.ORG
Program Consultant, Robert Bard 2015 FALL PROGRAMS
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CLASSES AND EVENTS FOR KIDS FUZZY LOLLIPOP
CLAY FOR KIDS
SUNDAY | OCT 4 | 3-5 PM $5 CHILD ADVANCE/$7 AT DOOR; $10 MEMBER ADVANCE/$12 AT DOOR; $12 ADVANCE/$14 AT DOOR Melodies and lyrics that capture the experience of childhood, expressing wonder, humor, and irrepressible fun. That's Fuzzy Lollipop, a band for fun-loving families.
AGES 5-9 | 5 SESSIONS | THURSDAYS OCT 8 - NOV 5 | 4-5 PM $110 FOR 5 WEEKS/MATERIALS INCLUDED Students will learn coiling, pinching, and slab techniques to make mugs, bowls, and more. They will decorate, glaze, and fire their work.
CONCERT FOR THE YOUNGER SET
CREATIVE MOVEMENT FOR CHILDREN WITH SUSAN SLOTNICK
AGES 6-8 | 7 SESSIONS | MONDAYS OCT 5 - NOV 16 | 4:30-5:15 PM $85 FOR 7 WEEKS/$25 PER WALK-IN SESSION Learn the fundamentals of movement and body awareness. Susan Slotnick specializes in the connection between movement and learning. She concentrates on creating better attention skills, group cooperation, selfdiscipline, and having fun.
WITH HELENE BIGLEY
MUSIC DISCOVERY FOR BABIES & TODDLERS WITH CALLIE HERSHEY
AGES 1-3+ | 10 SESSIONS | THURDAYS SEPT 17 - NOV 19 | 10-11 AM $150 FOR 10 WEEKS/$20 PER WALK-IN SESSION Classes are designed to introduce children to musical skills that will last a lifetime. Instructor Callie Hershey uses playful activities, rhythm instruments, singing, and movement with children and their caregivers. No musical experience necessary.
CRAFTS
FIGURE DRAWING
AGES 11-15 | 10 SESSIONS | TUESDAYS OCT 6 - DEC 15 | 3-5 PM $130 FOR 10 WEEKS/$25 MATERIALS FEE $20 PER WALK-IN SESSION Classes provide creative environments where kids will learn craft techniques. Projects may include decoupage, painting, paper-making, tie-dying, mosaics, glass etching, wind chimes, paper mache, and batik.
AGES 12-15 | 10 SESSIONS | SATURDAYS OCT 3 - DEC 19 | 1:30-3:30 PM $150 FOR 10 WEEKS /$15 MATERIALS FEE $20 PER WALK-IN SESSION Sessions are designed so that students can easily learn to draw the figure. Classes ease participants into projects with loose gesture drawings, and as they advance, into adding muscle definition and shading.
BEADING & MACRAME
SPANISH CLASS
AGES 7-11 | 10 SESSIONS | WEDNESDAYS OCT 7 - DEC 16 | 3:30-5:30 PM $130 FOR 10 WEEKS/$25 MATERIALS FEE $20 PER WALK-IN SESSION Sessions teach various string and beading techniques as students create a variety of projects.
AGES 6-11 | 6 SESSIONS | THURSDAYS SEPT 17 - NOV 19 | 4:30-6 PM $90 FOR 6 WEEKS/$10 MATERIALS FEE $18 PER WALK-IN SESSION A class for the entire family to immerse themselves in Spanish through songs, stories, games, conversations, and role-playing.
WITH KRISTA PACHOMSKI
WITH KRISTA PACHOMSKI
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WITH DIANA ZUCKERMAN
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CONCERTS IN OUR INTIMATE SPACE JOHN COHEN & THE DOWN HILL STRUGGLERS
AMERICAN FOLK
SAT | SEPT 12 | 8 PM
Supported by Stuart & Helene Bigley; Don Badgely; Julia Hirsch
The great John Cohen and the Down Hill Strugglers infuse old-time feeling and freewheelin' energy into American folk music. John was a founder of the New Lost City Ramblers and a leader of the 1950s folk revival.
$18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR / $22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
SLAM ALLEN
A TRIBUTE TO BB KING
THU | SEPT 17 | 7:30 PM
An evening with Slam Allen, NY State Blues Hall of Fame member, celebrating the 90th birthday of the legendary BB King. Interview and introductions facilitated by "Big" Joe Fitz. Supported by Rock & Snow; Main Course; Sunflower Arts Studios; Wallkill View Farm Market $15 MEMBER ADVANCE / $17 MEMBER AT DOOR / $19 ADVANCE / $21 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
AMY & LESLIE
SINGER/SONGWRITER
SAT | SEPT 26 | 8 PM
Supported by Peter Lichtenstein Acupunture and Chiropractic; Barbara Lane & Frank Burnham; Anonymous
Returning to the Unison stage after their last sold-out show, Amy Fradon & Leslie Ritter present a night of transcendent harmonies. Listen to a mix of original and cover songs in the folk/blues/singersongwriter tradition from their three acclaimed CDs.
$18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR / $22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
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PERFORMANCES
ORDER YOUR TICKETS ONLINE, DON'T BE LEFT OUT! KEVIN MCKRELL & BRIAN MELICK CELTIC FOLK
FRI | OCT 2 | 8 PM
Kevin McKrell and Brian Melick of the acclaimed Celtic band, The McKrells, return to Unison for an evening of Celtic, folk and bluegrass music. Supported by McCabe & Mack LLP; Susan Scher & Norman Goluskin $18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR / $22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
EMILIO SOLLA, VICTOR PRIETO, & CARLO DE ROSA
ARGENTINIAN TANGO
SAT | OCT 10 | 8 PM
Supported by Fox Hill Bed and Breakfast; True Value of New Paltz; Anonymous
Grammy-nominated, Argentina-born, and NY-based pianist and composer Emilio Solla is considered to be one of the most outstanding and personal voices in tango jazz. He is joined by accordion player Victor Prieto and bassist Carlo De Rosa.
$18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR / $22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
TANGO TO EMILIO SOLLA TANGO
SUN | OCT 11 | 10 AM
Emilio Solla brings his music to the dance floor for a special morning/afternoon of tango. Join instructor Nina Jirka for a great Argentinian dance experience. Class from 10-11; Live music from 11-1. Supported by Carol & Thomas Nolan; Northwestern Mutual Financial Network; $15 MEMBER / $20 NON-MEMBER
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INCLUDING FOLK, BLUES, CELTIC, JAZZ, TANGO, SWING, AND LOTS MORE! ZOE B ZAK & ZORKIE NELSON WITH SPECIAL GUESTS BRIAN MELICK & ROBERT BARD WORLD MUSIC
SAT | OCT 17 | 8 PM
Supported by Alan & Jessica Rothman; Jim & Joan McDonald; Joanne Propp & Pail Howard
A concert embracing African, Jewish, and other music traditions featuring Rabbi Zoe on accordion, piano, and vocals; Zorkie from Ghana on vocals, flutes, drums, and marimbas; Brian on exotic instruments; and Robert on upright bass.
$18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR /$22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
SUSIE DEANE & THE DEANE MACHINE JAZZ/SWING DANCE PARTY FRI | OCT 30 | 8 PM
The Deane Machine is a jazz/swing band with Susie Deane on guitar and vocals. If you want to swing, want to jump, want to glide, come dance with them. Supported by Bridgecreek Catering; True Value of New Paltz; Anonymous $10 MEMBER / $15 NON-MEMBER
STEVE GORN/BARBARA BASH/ HARVEY SORGEN/DAVID LOPATO
"BRUSHING WITH THE MUSE" SAT | NOV 7 | 8 PM
Supported by Puja Thomson Roots & Wings; Northwestern Mutal Finanical Network
In this performance, brushstrokes combine with music, creating a mix of sound and visuals. Seasoned musicians Steve Gorn, David Lopato and Harvey Sorgen draw on world music, jazz and improvisation, inspiring calligraphic performance art by Barbara Bash.
$18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR / $22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
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BECOME A UNISON MEMBER: ENJOY DISCOUNTED TICKETS, ERIC ANDERSEN
SINGER/SONGWRITER
FRI | NOV 13 | 8 PM
Eric Andersen’s voice, songs, guitar, and piano playing created a career that has spanned over 45 years, 25 albums, and numerous tours of North America, Europe, and Japan. His songs have been recorded and performed by artists such as Johnny Cash and the Grateful Dead.
Supported by Annie O'Neill Painted Clay; Keith Buesing Landscaping and Topiary; Tuthilltown Distillery; Linda Kastan & Phil Hershenfeld
$20 MEMBER ADVANCE / $22 MEMBER AT DOOR / $24 ADVANCE / $26 AT DOOR/HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
BRENDA BUFALINO & FRIENDS: AN EVENING OF JAZZ TAP DANCING AND BEYOND TAP DANCING
FRI | NOV 20 | 8 PM
Recognized as a leading innovator in the tap world, Brenda Bufalino performs and teaches master classes and workshops around the globe. Gregory Hines called Brenda “...one of the greatest female dancers that has ever lived.”
Supported by Jim & Joan McDonald; Northwestern Mutual Financial Network; Total Immersion Swimming $18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR / $22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
MIK & GIL COMEDY
SAT | NOV 21 | 8 PM
Supported by P&G's Restaurant; Main Steet Auto/New Paltz Taxi; Linda Kastan & Phil Hershenfeld; Anonymous
Mikhail Horowitz & Gilles Malkine, who are “biologically incorrect, fiscally challenged, and barely fundable,’’ stop off in New Paltz for their annual night of bizarre comedy. Together, they’ll bring folk-song parodies and political satire to Unison.
$18 MEMBER ADVANCE / $20 MEMBER AT DOOR / $22 ADVANCE / $24 AT DOOR / HALF PRICE FOR STUDENTS (WITH VALID ID)
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SPECIAL SERIES
TICKET EXCHANGES, PRE-SALE PERIODS AND MUCH MORE! SUNDAY STRINGS
CHAMBER/CLASSICAL SUN SUN SUN SUN
Supported by Ellen & Thomas Rocco; Sally & Bill Rhoads; Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
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AUG 16 | 2 PM SEP 20 | 2 PM OCT 25 | 2 PM NOV 8 | 2 PM
Unison’s new Sunday Chamber Music Series, featuring performances from The Hudson Valley String Quartet, Marka Young & James Bacon, the Amaranthus String Quartet, and Yuri Liberzon.
$60 FOUR-CONCERT SERIES / $20 PER CONCERT
ACTORS & WRITERS THEATRE
SAT | OCT 24 | 8 PM SAT | NOV 14 | 8 PM
Supported by Jacob & Mollie Fishman Foundation; Stan & Claire Altman; Wiedenkeller Insurance
Actors & Writers (A&W), Unison’s theatretroupe-in-residence, will offer two staged readings this fall. Now in its 20th year, A&W is a 26-member company of film, TV, and theater professionals, all of whom reside, at least part-time, in Ulster County.
SUGGESTED DONATION AT DOOR
HEALTH & HEALING LECTURE SERIES
MON | SEPT 21 | 7:30-9 PM
Many people in our community have expressed interest in health and wellness. The Unison Health and Healing series is now part of our fall season. DATES FOR OCT AND NOV TBA
Supported by Unison Board of Directors; Tenny & Mark Gravatt; Tracey & Don Badgely
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SPECIAL EVENTS
JOIN US OFTEN, HELP TO SUPPORT THE ARTS! "VISIONS OF MARY FRANK" A FILM BY JOHN COHEN
SEPT 11 | 8 PM
Filmmaker John Cohen presents his 2014 film about the unique vision of artist Mary Frank. Although her work does not fit into traditional aesthetic categories, it can be found in every major museum collection. The last screening in this area was completely sold out. Don't miss it! Work and Photo by Mary Frank
$10 SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR
DAY OF THE DEAD HOLIDAY CELEBRATION NOV 1 | 1-5 PM
Dia de los Muertos is celebrated throughout Mexico and Latin America. This celebration focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember those who have died, and to support their spiritual journeys.
UNISON GALA
FUNDRAISING EVENT
DATE AND TIME TBA
A fall fundraising and membership-appreciation event. Join us for a night of fun and friendship. Watch for your invitation.
UNISON HOLIDAY CRAFTS FAIR 25th ANNUAL HOLIDAY EVENT
DEC 5 & 6 | 10 AM-5 PM
Held at New Paltz Middle School, the Unison Arts Center Annual Holiday Craft Fair is the premier winter craft event in New Paltz. More than 50 master craftspeople and fine artists will be displaying a wide range of handmade crafts. Shop locally for those special holiday gifts and support local artists. 10 UNISON ARTS CENTER
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GALLERY
SUPPORTED BY OUR MEMBERS, WON’T YOU JOIN THEM? WILSON McLEAN
"JAZZ, SICILY, AND OTHER PLEASURES"
SUN | OCT 4 | 4:30-6:30 PM OPENING RECEPTION ON DISPLAY UNTIL NOV 1
Wilson's works evoke the soulfulness of jazz, the landscapes of Sicily, and other pleasures. His awardwinning career has included exhibits at leading venues from New York to Zurich, a suite of US postal stamps, and membership in the Society of Illustrators Hall of Fame.
BARBARA BASH
THE MOVING LINE - CALLIGRAPHIC EXPRESSION
SUN | NOV 8 | 4-6 PM OPENING RECEPTION ON DISPLAY UNTIL DEC 6
Barbara Bash has been walking the calligraphic path for many years. She has written and illustrated award-winning books about the natural world, most recently True Nature: An Illustrated Journal of Four Seasons in Solitude. This exhibit highlights the precision and looseness of her calligraphic expression.
UNISON HOLIDAY SHOWCASE DEC 13 THROUGH JAN 6
A tantalizing exhibit of artisans selected from this year's Unison Holiday Craft Fair. This exhibit will include ceramics, textiles, and unique wall pieces by local craftspeople. This show will extend the holiday buying season, while highlighting the talent you often miss at a busy craft fair. Do your last-minute shopping and support Unison at the same time. Work by Annie O'Neill
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ONGOING CLASSES ONGOING SUNDAYS
SUNDAY MORNINGS IN SERVICE OF SACRED UNITY GUIDED BY AMY McTEAR & FRIENDS
EVERY OTHER SUNDAY | 10:30 AM-12 PM $15 / NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
EXTENDED AUM
GUIDED BY DAHLIA BARTZ CABE EVERY OTHER SUNDAY | 10:30 AM-12 PM CALL OR CHECK WEBSITE FOR DATES $10 SUGGESTED DONATION / NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
ONGOING MONDAYS
UNDERSTANDING PAINTING WITH EMMETT McLAUGHLIN MONDAYS | 5:30-6:30 PM $10 / NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Come meet the best artists in history. See the most famous masterpieces. Emmett McLaughlin is a painter who has a unique vision of art history. His approach is based on the evolution of pictorial space focusing on color, perspective, and the use of structure.
ONGOING THURSDAYS
TAI CHI WITH MARTHA CHEO BEGINNERS & MIXED LEVELS | 5:30-6:30 PM ADVANCED FORMS | 6:30-7:15 PM BOTH CLASSES: 13 WEEK SERIES THURSDAYS | SEPT 17 - DEC 17
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese healing and martial art. Its slow and graceful movements promote health, develop strength, balance and coordination, and restore harmony of mind, body, and spirit.
* Class is not held on November 26
$10 MEMBER / $12 NON MEMBER SERIES PRICING: $88 MEMBER/ $110 NON MEMBER NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. PLEASE LET US KNOW IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO START IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SERIES.
ONGOING WEEKLY
LIFE DRAWING
NO INSTRUCTION, EXPERIENCED MODELS TUESDAYS | 7:30-9:30 PM $10 MEMBER / $15 NON MEMBER NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED EVERY OTHER SATURDAY | 10 AM-1 PM $15 MEMBER / $20 NON MEMBER NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Life Drawing sessions give professional artists and students an opportunity to work with experienced models under controlled lighting. There is no instruction. Tuesday Poses: 1 to 30 minutes Saturday Poses: 25 minutes
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TANGO/DANCE
We encourage everyone to lead and follow while they explore these unique styles of dance and movement. Please wear comfortable shoes. No partners required.
TANGO CLASS
WED | UNTIL DEC 23 | 7 PM NO CLASS WED NOV 18 $10 SUGGESTED DONATION/NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join Nina Jirka every Wednesday night for Argentine tango. Tango basics will be taught from 7-8 p.m. Intermediate tango follows from 8-9 p.m.
TANGO FOR SENIORS
WED | UNTIL DEC 23 | 10-11 AM NO CLASS WED NOV 18 $10 SUGGESTED DONATION/NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Join Nina Jirka every Monday morning for basic and intermediate tango. “If you learn to tango with small steps, you can tango 'til 100.”
TANGO PRACTICA
FRI | SEPT 25 | 8 PM $10 SUGGESTED DONATION/NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
The real freedom and joy of dancing comes with time and practice, with instructors around to help!
CHI OF TANGO
FRI | SEPT 18 | 7:30- 9 PM SAT/ SUN | SEPT 19 - 20 | 10-11:30 AM $30 MEMBER SERIES/$40 NON MEMBER SERIES $12 MEMBER PER SESSION/$15 NON MEMBER PER SESSION
An intensive series for absolute beginners. With this jump-starting experience, Nina Jirka guides students into the wonders of tango.
ISRAELI FOLK DANCING
TANGO TO EMILIO SOLLA
Steps will be taught at the beginners level or adjusted for participants. No experience required, just the joy of dancing to Israeli music.
Join Nina Jirka for a milonga - a great tango experience - a lesson from 10-11, then 2 hours of live music with Emilio Solla, followed by dancing to recorded music until everyone goes home. Come and enjoy!
TUES | 1:30-3 PM $10 SUGGESTED DONATION/NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
WORKSHOPS
SUN | OCT 11 | 10AM $15 MEMBER/$20 NON-MEMBER
BRUSH SPIRIT
PHOTOGRAPHING THE NUDE
SAT | NOV 21 | 1-4 PM $23 MEMBER/ $25 NON MEMBER/REGISTRATION REQUIRED
SAT | OCT 17 | 10 AM-4 PM $130 MEMBER/ $150 NON MEMBER
WITH BARBARA BASH
This workshop will explore the ancient Chinese principles of heaven, earth, and human in the making of a brush stroke, using big brushes, buckets of ink and spontaneous marks. An interest in visual language and movement is the only prerequisite.
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WITH DAN McCORMACK
Whether you are an advanced photographer, or just starting out, this workshop is for you. Instructor Dan McCormack will lead discussions and demonstrations on how to shoot with a figure model, with “hot lights” and with props.
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BE A VOLUNTEER
BE A PART OF THE UNISON COMMUNITY Each year our wonderful Unison volunteers log thousands of hours, doing everything from ushering to behind-the-scenes support. Our dedicated volunteers are incredible assets. We applaud them all with standing ovations! Volunteering includes: ushering, baking, and parking assistance at performances, event promotion, fundraising, publicity, general clerical, and event-specific help. To volunteer, contact us at info@unisonarts.org or call 845-255-1559.
BE AN ARTS PARTNER GREAT ART! GREAT BUSINESS!
Unison deeply appreciates the loyalty of its Arts Partners - businesses and individuals that help support performances. As a Unison Arts Partner, you receive: complimentary tickets; season membership; recognition at “your” event on the Unison website, and in printed materials. It’s great visibility for your business and invaluable support for Unison. For more information, send an email to info@unisonarts.org, or give us a call at 845-255-1559.
FALL 2015 ARTS PARTNERS Annie O'Neill Painted Clay
P&G's Restaurant
Stan & Claire Altman
Carol & Thomas Nolan
Bridgecreek Catering
Puja Thomson Roots & Wings
Tracey & Don Badgley
Joanne Propp & Pail Howard
Dr. Peter Lichtenstein Acupuncture & Chiropractic
Rock & Snow
Stuart & Helene Bigley
Sally & Bill Rhoads
Foxhill Bed & Breakfast
Sunflower Arts Studios
Julia Hirsch
Ellen & Thomas Rocco
Jacob & Mollie Fishman Foundation
Total Immersion Swimming
Tenny & Mark Gravatt
Alan & Jessica Rothman
Keith Buesing Landscaping & Topiary
Tuthilltown Distillery
Barbara Lane & Frank Burnham
Susan Scher & Norman Goluskin
Main Course
True Value of New Paltz
Joan & Jim McDonald
Linda Kastan & Phil Herscenfeld
Main Street Auto/New Paltz Taxi
Unison Board of Directors
McCabe & Mack LLP
Wallkill View Farm Market
Northwestern Mutual Financial Group
Wiedenkeller Insurance
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GENERAL INFORMATION UNISON POLICIES, TICKETS, REGISTRATION, CONTACT AND DIRECTIONS
PHONE: 845-255-1559 | EMAIL: info@unisonarts.org | WEBSITE: unisonarts.org MAIL: 68 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz, NY 12561 The Unison Office is open Monday - Friday, 10 AM-3 PM TICKETS: Tickets may be purchased: online up to two hours prior to performances; in the Unison office Monday-Friday, noon-3pm; and in the lobby box office which opens 30 minutes prior to performances. We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. Reservations require pre-payment, either in person, over the phone or online. A $2 per ticket handling fee is applied to all credit card purchases; the handling fee will be waived for CURRENT Unison members on phone credit card sales, cash sales or door sales. Ticket sales are FINAL; there can be no exchanges, refunds or cancellations, except for CURRENT Unison members, who may exchange tickets for another performance, subject to availability. Buy tickets in advance and avoid paying higher door prices on the date of the performance. STUDENT PRICING: With a valid student I.D., students can purchase tickets to most Unison events at a 50% discount. All Family Fun programs offer special rates for children 12 years and under. WORKSHOP REGISTRATION: Please pre-pay at the office, online, or over the phone. Preregistration is important — we will cancel a program if there are not enough preregistrations. Pre-payment is not required for ongoing workshops/classes. RENTALS: The Unison facilities are available for private functions and events. Please call 845-255-1559 or send an email to info@unisonarts.org, for availabilities, rates and charges. DIRECTIONS: NYS Thruway (Rt. 87) to New Paltz Exit 18. Turn left at light and go 1 1/4 miles through center of town over steel bridge. Turn right onto Springtown Road. Proceed 1/2 mile. Bear left at fork onto Mountain Rest Road. Go 1/2 mile. Unison is on your left.
UNISON’S ARTS PROGRAMS ARE FUNDED IN PART BY THE NEW YORK STATE COUNCIL ON THE ARTS WITH THE SUPPORT OF GOVERNOR ANDREW CUOMO AND THE NEW YORK STATE LEGISLATURE. UNISON IS A MEMBER OF THE NEW YORK MULTIARTS CENTERS CONSORTIUM WHICH IS FUNDED IN PART BY NYSCA.
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Featuring over 50 sculptures by established and emerging artists from all over the northeast. Wander through five acres of woodland and meadow paths.
OPEN DAWN TO DUSK ALL YEAR ROUND
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SCULPTURE GARDEN
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Unison Arts Center 68 Mountain Rest Road New Paltz, NY 12561
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