What’s Happening in the Arts…
For those of you that may have just happened upon the Johnston County Arts Council, we put out a weekly e-newsletter of all the things arts (Music, theater, dance, writing, visual arts, storytelling, folk arts, etc). Some weeks, the e-newsletter may be rather short with only a few events happening locally; other weeks its full of happenings all over the state. I regularly get emails from cultural organizations about their upcoming events, so when they send me news, I just add it to the e-newsletter-I’m an equal opportunity promoter of the arts. I’m posting this week’s e-newsletter, but if you’d like to begin receiving the e-newsletter, go to the Johnston County Arts Council page and sign up to receive it. If you know of something going on in Johnston County or regionally, add your comments so that we can spread the word!
CLAYTON, N.C. – Elvis Tribute Artist Travis LeDoyt will take audiences back to the excitement and aura of an original Elvis concert at The Clayton Center on Sunday, November 11.
The 4 p.m. concert is the first of three Sunday afternoon performances planned at the historic 600-seat auditorium in downtown Clayton. The Mighty Clouds of Joywill present a Holiday Gospel Explosion on December 9. Nine-time All-Ireland fiddle champion and star of the original Riverdance, Eileen Ivers will electrify the stage on Sunday, January 27.
Frequently praised as “the best young Elvis in the world,” Travis LeDoyt’s talent goes far beyond “impersonation.” LeDoyt delivers historically accurate arrangements with a full band to flawlessly capture Elvis in his prime and take audiences back to a genuine 1950s concert. Specializing in the Sun Record Years, Travis concentrates on hits within 1954-59.
In addition to playing capacity crowds throughout the U.S., LeDoyt has sold out shows in China, Scotland, England, Canada and Chile. For those who missed the chance to see “The King” live, Travis offers the next best thing.
Tickets for Travis LeDoyt are $15. Individual tickets may be purchased online at www.theclaytoncenter.com, by phone at 919.553.1737 or at The Clayton Center Box Office at 111 E. Second St. in downtown Clayton from 10 a.m. until noon and from 1 until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Mighty Clouds of Joy gospel quartet is the next performance in the season. On Sunday, December 9, The Clouds will bring their GRAMMY winning inspirational music to The Clayton Center at 4 p.m.
Downtown Smithfield – The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation is again hosting the annual Holiday Arts Walk with participating downtown businesses Thursday, November 15, 2007.
Between the hours of 5:30PM and 8:00PM, art enthusiasts are invited to come view selected art from some of Smithfield and Johnston County famed artist. Many of the artists will be on hand to discuss their work, and the selected pieces on display will be available for purchase that evening. Participants will also have an opportunity to register for a $250 downtown Smithfield shopping gift certificate that will be given away Thursday evening.
Walking maps and a list of artists may be picked up at the Johnston County Heritage Center.
“Our organization is always striving for more cultural events such as an Arts Walk in downtown Smithfield,” states Chris Johnson, Executive Director of the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation. “As a community we are very fortunate to have gifted individuals right here in Johnston County. It is our intention to help showcase these artists as well as reestablish downtown Smithfield as a destination in the evening.”
For more information about the Arts Walk, please contact the office of the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation at 934-0887 or visit http://www.downtownsmithfield.com/.
The Clayton Youth Theater announces auditions for its second show…
GODSPELL
November 30, 2007 @ 6:00 p.m.
December 1, 2007 @ 1:00 p.m.
The Clayton Center
111 East Second St., Clayton, NC 27520
919-553-1737
Prepare 32 bars of music. Accompanist provided. No appointments first come first served. Eligibility: Participants must be in 9th-12th grade during the 2007-2008 school year.
Casting Needs
Jesus: first and foremost a teacher, not high and mighty or judgmental; charismatic; serious, but with a sense of humor (male)
John/Judas: charismatic, headstrong and rash; not always clearheaded about finding the best solution (male)
Soloists: singers and actors that will relate the parables and lessons of Jesus (males & females)
Company: ensemble of 8-12 actors that will sing in company numbers and play minor roles in the parables of Jesus
(males and females)
Those cast will be notified on December 2. Rehearsals begin December 3. Typically, rehearsals are Monday-Thursday from 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. There will be no rehearsal December 17-January 2 due to the Christmas holiday.
Performance Information
Performance Dates:
February 22-23, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.
Location:
The Clayton
Center
111 East Second St.
Clayton, NC
27520
919-553-1737
Tickets on sale: January 21
Holiday Shoppe @ Clayton Spinning Mill
One-of-a-kind accessories, holiday items, whimsical artwork, and much more will be for sale at the Holiday Shoppe, in the Front House of the Clayton Spinning Mill (next to the Clayton Post Office) this Friday & Saturday. The event features items by artist Jana Williams and Decorator Jan Homestead. Hours are 11:00am – 7:30 pm this week only.
NORTH CAROLINA
MUSEUM OF ART
WEEKEND FAMILY WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOP LEADER APPLICATION INFORMATION
The North Carolina Museum of Art is seeking proposals from creative people interested in presenting for our new family workshop series. Proposals are being requested. Selected presenters will receive $250 per workshop.
Who May Apply: Artists, Educators, Crafters, Performers, Librarians, Anyone with a great idea.
Here’s How We’re Marketing the Workshops:
ArtExplorations: Hearts, Hands, and Minds
Kids and adults will delight in creating projects, discovering one another’s creativity, and learning about art together. A different theme each week means there’s always something new to explore plus participants will build a wonderful collection of take-home art.
Objectives:
Provide families with pleasurable, memorable experiences using art
Jump start participant’s creativity
Model how parents can engage kids with art
Things to Consider when Planning:
Activities are geared towards families, allowing for adapting so that it can be enjoyed by children between the ages of 4-13 accompanied by an adult.
Workshops will be limited to 32 participants. Workshops will be held Saturday mornings between 10 am and 12 noon.
Material fees are available per workshop up to a maximum of $200. Receipts required. Leftover materials will be retained by the museum.
Deadline: November 21, 2007
Submit to: Department of Education, North Carolina Museum of Art, 4630 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-4630 or email to: sjohnston@ncmamail.dcr.state.nc.us
Equal Opportunity. The North Carolina Museum of Art provides equal opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, gender, creed, or national origin
For more information, contact Susan Bentley-Johnston, Educator (919) 664-6828.
Artspace Events
Friday, November 9
STAMMER!
8pm
$4 ($3 members & students)
A spoken word, multi-arts extravaganza. Includes open-mic.Friday, December 7
First Friday Artists Reception and Gallery Walk
6-10pm
Free and open to the public
Music:
Filmore
Valley Beer graciously provided by Harris Wholesale and Red Hook
Educational opportunities at artspace
Long Pose Figure Study
November 10
10:30am-1:30pm
Drop-In Sessions: $16 general / $14 members and students
Moderator:Julianne Gonski
Long Pose Figure Study is a non-instructional session geared towards artists who want to work on one extended pose. It enables artists working in wet or dry media the opportunity to complete a figurative work.
Participants are required to bring their own supplies.
Life Drawing
Tuesday Evenings, 7:30-10pm
$8 general / $7 members & students
Drop-in basis. No instruction. Participants required to bring their own supplies.
Artist opportunities at artspace
Artspace Artists Association Professional Membership
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: February 1, 2008
Members of the Artspace Artists Association are accepted through a jury process in the spring and fall of each year. $30 application fee and annual dues. For more information on the application process, contact Pat Scull at gallery225@yahoo.com or Ann Harwell at qltimitry@aol.com. You can also view the prospectus online: Professional Membership ProspectusRegional Emerging Artist Residency – July 2008-January 2009
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: April 1, 2008
This residency provides emerging visual artists residing in NC with time and space to explore their work in a supportive, thriving, artistic environment. The 6-month residency includes a private, rent-free studio with 24-hour access. $25 application fee. For complete guidelines view the prospectus online: Exhibition Prospectus
The Gate City Women’s Film FestivalThe inaugural Gate City Women’s Film Festival will be held during Women’s History Month in March of 2008. Covering two days in March the festival will be held on the campus of Bennett College for Women in Greensboro, NC. The mission of Gate City is to foster creative development of women within the film community. This will be accomplished by celebrating the creative accomplishments of women as well as by giving them an outlet to screen their work. More info here-http://www.myspace.com/gatecityfilmfest
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I’m sorry! Go to the Arts Council Website http://www.johnstoncountyarts.org/ and there will be a link from there to sign up for the newsletter…or just send me an email at info@johnstoncountyarts.org and I’ll sign you up!-Jessica
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I clicked on the link in this blog to sign up to receive your newsletter, but it took me to an error page.
Oh well, I tried.