SPSCC Arts and Entertainment, 2018-19

South Puget Sound Community College

Arts and Entertainment

18-19

Artist & Lecture The Gallery Music Theatre Film

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Artist & Lecture Series

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The Gallery

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Music 7 Theatre 10 Film 11 General Information

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Sponsors 13

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Artist & Lecture Series

Michael Kaeshammer | Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 | 5:30 p.m.

Canadian jazz pianist-singer-songwriter Michael Kaeshammer is a two-time Juno Award winner with a recording career that spans twelve albums.

Famous worldwide for his unique boogie-woogie piano style, with heavy influence from the iconic musical culture of New Orleans, Kaeshammer’s dynamic full-band performance will be showcased at the annual The Experience fundraising gala.

Sponsored by

The Experience

Alina Fernández | Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018 | 7:30 p.m.

Alina Fernández, novelist, activist, and radio show host, is internationally famous for her autobiography "Castro's Daughter: An Exile's Memoir of Cuba". Fernández will speak of growing up in Cuba as Fidel Castro’s daughter in the political environment of the 1960’s and 70’s and her later departure, as well as provide insight into the country’s future and great potential, with a Q&A to follow.

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Artist & Lecture Series

MLK Banquet | Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019 | 6 p.m.

In partnership with the Thurston Group of Washington State, South Puget Sound Community College hosts the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Banquet in January each year. Awards presented at this event include scholarships to high school students from the three Thurston County School Districts, and scholarships to second year students enrolled at SPSCC. These scholarships are made possible by generous donations to the Thurston Group of Washington State.

Sponsored by

Supported by

Tamika Mallory speaks at the 2018 MLK Banquet

Winona LaDuke | Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

Writer and political activist Winona LaDuke is a widely-recognized and outspoken advocate of Native American causes, writing extensively about human rights, Native land reclamation, and environmental justice. LaDuke will hold a lecture on her causes and organizations, including the Honor the Earth and the White Earth Land Recovery Project, with time to dive deeper through a Q&A session.

Sponsored by

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Artist & Lecture Series

PHILADANCO! | Thursday, April 25, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

Presented in partnership with Ballet Northwest, the Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO) is a nonprofit organization that has been building bridges between diverse communities through professional dance performances since its founding in 1970. PHILADANCO is recognized across the globe for fostering emerging dancers and its electrifying performances that contribute to the preservation of African-American traditions in dance.

Presented in partnership with

Photos by CJ Harris

James McBride | Thursday, May 30, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

Writer, journalist, and jazz musician James McBride is widely recognized for his landmark memoir “The Color of Water”, which discusses the complexities of race and identity growing up in an interracial family. Following a lively opening from SPSCC’s own jazz students, McBride will take the stage for a night of truly unforgettable music.

Sponsored by

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The Gallery

Carol Hannum: Worlds Apart | Sept. 10 – Oct. 19, 2018

A retrospective of paintings, drawings, and handmade books by artist and educator Carol Hannum. Formerly a faculty member at South Puget Sound Community College, Carol has actively contributed to the development of the arts in education and the South Sound community. This collection of works highlights her dedication to her craft and her unique approaches to the shared art experience.

Opening reception: Friday, Sept. 21 (6 – 8 P.M.)

Carol Hannum

Panorama | Oct. 29 – Dec. 7, 2018

An exhibition incorporating textiles created by children in grades K through 12 in collaboration with skilled and experienced Panorama artists. Participating Schools include River Ridge High School, Lakes Elementary, Evergreen Forest Elementary, Nisqually Middle School, South Bay Elementary, Lydia Hawk Elementary, Woodland Elementary, Pleasant Glade Elementary, Lacey Elementary, and East Olympia Elementary, and Tumwater.

Opening reception: Friday, Nov. 2 (6 – 8 P.M.)

Woven CDs

Sponsored by

Fine Art Postcard Exhibition “While you were out” | Jan. 2 – Feb. 1, 2019 An annual event that brings the local creative community together under one theme. The 2019 theme is “While You Were Out”. Postcard sized original artworks, created by artists of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, will be sold through silent auction. All are invited to join the creative celebration! Proceeds from this fundraiser benefit The Gallery.

Opening reception: Friday, Jan. 4 (6 – 8 P.M.) Closing reception: Friday, Feb. 1 (6 – 8 P.M.) April Works, People’s Choice Award

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Sponsored by

The Gallery

Native American Art Exhibition | Feb. 8 – March 8, 2019

A themed exhibition, shaped and selected by Native guest curators, which will engage viewers and the community and celebrate the art and culture of our Native community members. The exhibition will highlight work

by Native artists, adult and youth, from local and regional tribes, and Native artists from other locations who now live in the area.

Opening reception: Friday, Feb. 8 (6 – 8 P.M.) Supported by

Heather Johnson Jock

Juror’s Invitational | March 18 – April 19, 2019

Award winning artists from the 2018 Southwest Washington Juried Exhibition, selected by juror Asia Tail, are invited back to show new work in this group exhibition. Participating artists include Susan Aurand, Teri Bevelacqua, Judith Hochman, Lisa Kinoshita, Carrie Larson, Spencer McDowell, Patsy Surh O’Connell, Vladimir Shakov, Jason Sobottka, and Chris Wooten.

Opening reception: Friday, March 22 (6 – 8 P.M.)

Susan Aurand, Blessing the Moment

Collaboration Installation | April 29 – May 3, 2019

SPSCC art students, led by a visiting artist, will participate in a multi-session workshop that culminates in an exhibition of the work in The Gallery. Students will experience all aspects of a collaborative project, including planning, production, installation, and presentation.

Closing reception: Friday, May 3 (6 – 8 P.M.)

2017 Collaboration Installation, Lost and Found

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The Gallery

13th Annual SPSCC Student Art Exhibition | May 13 – June 14, 2019

Curated by the art faculty, this exhibition features outstanding student work from studio classes in the 2018-19 year. Works include ceramics, drawing, painting, printmaking, digital photography, mixed-media, 2D and 3D design exercises, and sculpture. A continuous slide show of student work is also included in the exhibition.

Opening reception: Friday, May 17 (6 – 8 P.M.)

Sponsored by

(left) Cabbage; (right) Boombox

Bookstore

2019 Southwest Washington Juried Exhibition | July 9 – Aug. 23, 2019

Artists residing in Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum counties are invited to submit work in any media for review by a guest juror and possible inclusion in the exhibition. Purchase prizes and honorable mention prizes will be awarded. Award winners will be invited to exhibit together during the next exhibition season.

Opening reception: Thursday, July 11 (6 – 9 P.M.)

Lynette Charters ‘Bernard's "3 Races" Muses from Missing Women Series.'

Sponsored by

Camille Kettel

Follow The Gallery at spscc.edu/gallery or like our Facebook page @SPSCCgallery

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The Gallery is open Monday – Friday 12 – 4 P.M., excluding holidays.

Music Choir

The South Puget Sound Community College Chamber Choir and the South Puget Sound Community Choir team up each quarter for a wide range of vocal performances. In the past, the choirs have celebrated American music, holiday and seasonal favorites, the works of classic composers, and more.

Fall Concert | Nov. 30, 2018 | 7:30 p.m.

Winter Concert | March 15, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

Spring Concert | June 7, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

FREE to SPSCC Students, Staff, and Faculty; $15* General Admission; $10* Senior, Military, Students (*Includes $3 Washington Center Service Fee) Choir rehearsal

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Music

South Puget Sound College Orchestra The South Puget Sound College Orchestra is an auditioned performing group of 65 students and community members ranging in age from 18 to 80. Directed by SPSCC music professor Cameron May, the orchestra presents a three-concert season of standard orchestral repertoire and solo concertos. Performances are held in the beautiful and acoustically rewarding Main Stage of the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts. In its 5th season this fall, the orchestra has grown a reputation for world class musical performances.

Fall Concert | Dec. 1, 2018 | 7:30 p.m.

Winter Concert | March 16, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

Spring Concert | June 8, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

FREE to SPSCC Students, Staff and Faculty; $15* General Admission; $10* Senior, Military, Students (*Includes $3 Washington Center Service Fee)

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music

Music

South Puget Sound Jazz Band The South Puget Sound Jazz Band is comprised of exceptional local talent from SPSCC, The Evergreen State College, and community members. The Jazz Band comes together at the end of each quarter to perform various ensemble arrangements to feature bebop, Latin jazz, and funk jazz standards. Come see the South Puget Sound Jazz Band and get your toe tapping along to the beat.

Fall Concert | Dec. 7, 2018 | 7 p.m.

Winter Concert | March 21, 2019 | 7 p.m.

Spring Concert | May 30, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.

South Puget Sound Jazz Band opens for James McBride.

Photo by Atria Wulf

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Theatre

From re-imagined classical plays to cutting edge new works and musicals, the SPSCC Theatre Program brings daring, enchanting, and provocative performances to the beautiful Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts Main Stage and intimate Black Box Theatre. Each quarter’s production engages students, community artists and audiences in the excitement of the live theatrical experience.

Fall Production | Nov. 8 – 18, 2018

Angels in America: Millennium Approaches and Angels in America: Perestroika

Winter Production | Feb. 28 – March 3, 2019 An Evening of Contemporary One-Act Comedies

Spring Musical Production | May 16 – 25, 2019 Fun Home

Ticket prices vary per show. Join us for all shows and save with a Theatre Season Ticket: $70 General Admission; $40 Senior, Military, Students (Includes Washington Center Service Fee) FREE to SPSCC Students, Staff and Faculty.

“Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet)” Nov. 2017

“The Glass Menagerie” March 2018

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“La Cage Aux Folles” May 2018

Film

Students in the SPSCC Film Program work hard each quarter to create engaging original short films. The films—directed by SPSCC students—are debuted exclusively at the quarterly Student Film Showcase on the Main Stage of the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts.

Fall Film Showcase | Dec. 4, 2018

Winter Film Showcase | March 19, 2019 Spring Film Showcase | June 11, 2019 Film 2018 Class Photo

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General Information Tickets

South Puget Sound Community College values hosting art and entertainment events that are accessible to students, faculty, staff, and community members. Whenever possible, we offer low ticket prices to the public and make most of our presentations free to SPSCC students, staff, and faculty with a valid student or staff ID. Tickets are available online through The Washington Center for the Performing Arts at OlyTix.org or by calling 360-753-8586.

Disability Accommodation

If you require disability accommodations, please contact events staff at 360-596-5334 or cclark@spscc.edu.

Parking

Parking at South Puget Sound Community College is free. Please see the map below for the lots closest to the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts (Building 21).

Campus Map

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Sponsors Season Sponsors

FOUNDATION

Artistic Partner and Venue Sponsor SPSCC is proud to partner with The Washington Center for the Performing Arts to provide a well-maintained performance center that supports the artistic interests of SPSCC students, staff, and faculty as well as performing arts groups throughout the region.

We express our deepest appreciation to The Washington Center and its staff for the technical and operational support they provide to ensure visitors to the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts have a safe and comfortable experience.

If you are interested in supporting SPSCC arts programs and entertainment through sponsorships or scholarships, contact the SPSCC Foundation at spscc.edu/foundation or 360-596-5430.

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spscc.edu/entertainment South Puget Sound Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, age or religion in its programs and activities. The college’s ADA coordinator is the chief human resources officer, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia WA 98512, 360-596-5360.

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