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Art Institute Advertising Students Recognized at the Orange County Ad Awards
Eight students receive awards including Best of Show. - April 29, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
The Marsh Presents Kenny Yun’s Lettucetown Lies
Kenny Yun’s new one-man show, “Lettucetown Lies” plays Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm from June 5 – June 27, 2009 (press opening June 13), in The Marsh Studio Theater, 1074 Valencia Street in San Francisco. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - April 26, 2009 - The Marsh
The Marsh Presents Marsh Youth Theater’s Mainstage Performance Ensemble in "Ciribiribin”
Written by Lisa Quoresimo & Charles Eurydice Gray and directed by Lisa Quoresimo, the show plays May 9 – 16, 2009. Performances are on Saturday, May 9 at 3:00 pm; Sunday, May 10 at 3:00 pm; Friday May 15 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, May 16 at 2:00 pm. - April 26, 2009 - The Marsh
The Marsh Extends Charlie Varon's "Rabbi Sam"
The Marsh is pleased to announce that, due to phenomenal ticket sales, Charlie Varon’s “Rabbi Sam” has been extended through June 7, 2009. The show plays Thursdays at 8pm; Saturdays at 8pm until May 9 and at 5pm starting on May 16; and Sundays at 7pm. There are no Friday performances. All shows are on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street in San Francisco. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - April 26, 2009 - The Marsh
Figure Drawing Workshop to be Taught by Martine Strohmeyer and Rita Marlier May 3rd and May 4th in Virginia Beach, VA
Two well known artists, Martine Strohmeyer and Rita Marlier, will team up to teach a two day intensive figure drawing class. - April 25, 2009 - Martine Strohmeyer
Orange County Fashion Students Prepare for Their Runway Debut
Fashion students were challenged to design an outfit for a rock icon for the chance to be part of a professionally-produced runway show. - April 25, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Abrakadoodle Wins 2009 "Go Green" Award
Art for kids is a wonderful way to introduce recycling activities. Abrakadoodle remarkable art education was recognized for its innovative “Green” company philosophy and art programs with a 2009 award presented by S&S® Worldwide. - April 23, 2009 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Made in New England Products Sought for First Seacoast Public Market
Tastes of New England prepares to debut Seacoast, New Hampshire’s first public market in Portsmouth, seeks manufacturers of fine gifts, food and art that is made in New England to participate. - April 22, 2009 - Tastes of New England
The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati Gears Up to Participate in Week of Service, April 19-25, 2009
Students, staff and faculty at The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati will be participating in the National Week of Service, April 19-25 by planning a variety of initiatives to benefit The Lord's Rose Garden, a local nonprofit agency that serves disadvantaged youth and families. - April 18, 2009 - The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati
The Art Institute Wants to Make Getting an Education Rock
Essay competition will award three winners tuition scholarships at the second annual Rock the Runway on Saturday, May 2. - April 17, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Helping Musicians Find Work in a Challenging Economy, New England Conservatory Offers Free Trial of Bridge: Worldwide Music Connection
New England Conservatory is offering musicians a free trial of its Bridge: Worldwide Music Connection online database service through the end of June 2009. With over 3,000 listings, Bridge is the most comprehensive music opportunities database available. Bridge includes current auditions,... - April 09, 2009 - New England Conservatory
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents Free "Concert for the Arts"
The West Covina Symphony, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, presents a "Concert for the Arts" on April 9, 2009 at 7 p.m. The program is a joint production with the West Covina Chamber of Commerce, the City of West Covina and the East Valley Art Association. Music by Rossini, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and Mussorgsky will be performed. - March 31, 2009 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
The Marsh Presents Don Reed’s East 14th * True Tales of a Reluctant Player
East 14th opened at The Marsh on May 8, 2009 and has been extended through August 30. Show times are Friday at 8:00 pm, Saturday at 8:30 pm and Sunday at 3:00 pm. The Marsh is located at 1062 Valencia Street, near 22nd street in San Francisco. - March 30, 2009 - The Marsh
Accidental Rep’s "Variations on ‘A Doll’s House’" Make Work in Progress the Goal
John Strasberg's Accidental Repertory Theater presents Ibsen's "A Doll's House" in a traditional translation, and in a new version, in repertory, opening April 23, at John Strasberg Studios, 555 Eighth Avenue, NYC. - March 27, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
International Violinist is Music to Children’s Ears
Learning the violin at a young age can teach children responsibility, discipline, and fine motor skills. International Musician, Martin Lopez, is bringing his unique teaching style to the Naples, FL area, beginning with a free workshop on Mar 27th. - March 25, 2009 - The Martin Lopez Academy
The Tattoo Learning Center Offers a Modern Approach to an Age Old Craft
The Tattoo Learning Center offers a non-traditional way of learning the age old art of tattooing. - March 14, 2009 - The Tattoo Learning Center
High School Seniors Can Earn a Scholarship Worth Half Their Tuition
Winners of The Art Institute of California – Orange County Scholarship Competition earn tuition scholarships worth up to $46,000 for bachelor’s degree programs. - March 12, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
John Strasberg’s Accidental Rep Presents a Different Doll’s House Every Night
Accidental Repertory Theater's spring season features multiple contrasting productions of Ibsen's "A Doll's House," opening April 23. - March 11, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
Miami International University of Art & Design Presents… Style ’09 Fashion
Annual Fashion Show - Style ’09 – Show featuring the collections of over 100 future fashion designers. Fashion show is in conjunction with Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach. - March 11, 2009 - Miami International University of Art & Design
Dallas Music Instructor Publishes Book on Chord Theory with Method Never Seen Before
Mike Ellis Music Instruction in Dallas, Texas, has published a no-nonsense, practical book on how to understand chords on the piano. This book contains a method never seen before in the industry. - March 05, 2009 - Mike Ellis Music Instruction
How to Beat the Recession Blues with Music
Recover one’s spirits to have the right energy to overcome hard times. - February 16, 2009 - Monica Cuneo
The Apogee Foundation is Selected as the Top Non-Profit in the First Annual Fast Pitch Business Awards
The Apogee Foundation has been named the year's “Top Non-Profit” in the inaugural Fast Pitch! Business Awards - Kenneth Schneider. - February 16, 2009 - The Apogee Foundation
CDIA at Boston University Hosts DC Photo Meetup
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Georgetown Campus offered a presentation and workshop to the DC-area photography community. - February 13, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
CDIA at Boston University Hosts TIVA-DC Meeting
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Georgetown campus presented a networking session and panel discussion of the 48 Hour Film Project. - February 13, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
New Idea for a Special Valentine Day and Gift
A live Valentine Serenade. - February 09, 2009 - Monica Cuneo
Creative- and Business-Minded Speakers Offer Advice at SCAD During "Art, Design and the Cultural Moment: Building the Creative Economy"
The city of Savannah is a shining example of how creativity can act as an economic engine, refurbishing areas that have fallen into disrepair and sparking entrepreneurship, growth and success. “Art, Design and the Cultural Moment” will provide students, academics and businesses with a fresh look at how art and design in the early 21st century can build the creative economy and get the United States back on track. - February 07, 2009 - Savannah College of Art and Design
CDIA at Boston University Holds Movie Marathon
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston showed off the work of Filmmaking students from the last four years in an all-day movie marathon. - February 05, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
National Wheelchair Basketball Association National Championships to be One of Colorado’s Largest Athletic Events in 2009
For the first time, the National Wheelchair Basketball Association (NWBA) will host its national championships for six different divisions all in one location, creating a huge single wheelchair basketball athletic event, and one of the largest athletic events in Colorado in 2009, with more than 1,000 male and female athletes with physical disabilities competing. - February 05, 2009 - Gold Crown Foundation
Union Institute & University Launches New Web Site
www.myunion.edu designed to change your thinking about higher education; reflects recent changes at UI&U. - February 05, 2009 - Union Institute & University
Travel to Spain. Learn Spanish Language. Play Basketball.
Spanish Language & Basketball Camp is the result of a partnership between ZadorSpain and TAU Cerámica Baskonia Basketball and Sport Foundation. Basketball Camp for junior and youth players (aged 13 to 17) combine intensive Basketball instruction for medium and advanced basketball players with Spanish language lessons, activities, excursions, and trips. - February 04, 2009 - Zador schools of Spanish Alicante and Vitoria
2009 Edition of Contemporary Drums and Percussion Camp - June 17-19, 2009
Created for all levels, this unique Camp offers daily sessions, small group lessons and Individual instruction opportunities with Jose Rosa, Hector Neciosup and Glen Caruba. The Camp covers history and techniques for percussion, including Drums, Big Band Drumming, Congas, Timbales, Bongos, Multi-percussion, Bata Drums and other percussion instruments. - February 03, 2009 - Contemporary Latin Music Educators, LLC
"Contemporary Drums and Percussion Camp"
Contemporary Latin Music Educators, Pearl Corporation and The University of Central Florida, Presents: "Contemporary Drums and Percussion Camp" University of Central Florida Orlando, Florida June 17-19, 2009 Featuring study with special guests and Pearl Percussion Artists: Jesus... - February 02, 2009 - Contemporary Latin Music Educators
CDIA at Boston University Community Hears from Skip Cohen on Marketing
The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University taps marketing expert Skip Cohen for photography lecture. - January 30, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Students Graduate from CDIA at Boston University-Georgetown Campus
Students receive certificates at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s Washington, DC campus commencement ceremony. - January 30, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Accidental Rep and John Strasberg Studios Team Up for Summer Acting Program
John Strasberg, internationally recognized director, actor, and teacher, and artistic director of the Accidental Repertory Theater, announces a new summer acting training program July 7 - August 8, 2009 in New York City. - January 29, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
Students Graduate from CDIA at Boston University
Students from five digital arts programs received certificates at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University’s commencement ceremony. - January 23, 2009 - Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University
Community Music Center Creates Mission Advisory Council on Community Involvement
Community Music Center (CMC) announces its first-ever advisory council on community involvement, the Mission Advisory Council. CMC’s main branch has resided in the Mission district, a primarily Latino neighborhood, for 88 years. In 2007 the school developed its Music for the Mission... - January 23, 2009 - Community Music Center
The Graphic Design School Unveils New Website and Opens Enrollments
The Graphic Design School unveils their website and opens enrollments for 2009. The course proves to deliver to students the fundamentals required to become a Professional Graphic Designer. Internationally accredited, The Graphic Design School announces the launch of a one-on-one, online graphic... - January 23, 2009 - The Graphic Design School
For John Strasberg the Theater Company is Accidental (and on Purpose)
John Strasberg -- internationally recognized director, actor, and teacher -- announces Accidental Repertory Theater company. Spring season to present contrasting productions of Ibsen's "A Doll's House." - January 20, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
JB Entertainment Actress Shines in VH1's 'Scream Queens' Competition
Native Texan and JB Entertainment Alum, Michelle Galdenzi, earned the chance of a lifetime along with nine other aspiring actresses on VH1's hit reality series, 'Scream Queens.' The winner of the competition was awarded a break-out role in the upcoming feature film, SAW VI from Lionsgate and... - January 19, 2009 - JB Entertainment
Sparta, NJ the Biryukov Academy of Art & Music, a Private Art and Music School Offering Classes in Violin, Vocal, Piano, Guitar and Art Hires New Art Teacher
Jennifer Kucher has been hired by The Biryukov Academy of Art & Music in Sparta, NJ to teach evening art classes. Ms. Kucher has over 7 years art teaching experience. In addition to teaching Art at the Biryukov Academy, Ms Kucher also teachs Art at the local Sparta High School. Ms. Kucher... - January 18, 2009 - The Biryukov Academy of Arts & Music
Tastes of New England Adds Cooking School to Growing Brand
Tastes of New England (www.tastesofnewengland.com), a retailer, distributor and promoter of New England-made products, is adding education to their rapidly growing brand. They have partnered with The Inn at Spruce Wood (www.theinnatsprucewood.com), a senior living community also based here, to... - January 17, 2009 - Tastes of New England
Introducing Story and Craft Time at Once Upon a Gallery
Once Upon a Gallery, Chestnut Hill's children's art center, is proud to announce Story and Craft Time every Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. - January 12, 2009 - Once Upon a Gallery
Garden Grove Teen Hopes to Make Her Way to New York Fashion Week
Misty Gross is an Orange County Finalist in The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition - January 09, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
High School Fashion Student Hopes to Make Her Way to New York Fashion Week
Laguna Niguel Teen is an Orange County Finalist in The Art Institutes Passion for Fashion Competition. - January 09, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Scholarships Available for Students Who Dream of a Creative Education
Two tuition scholarships will be awarded on Martin Luther King Jr. Day at The Art Institute of California – Orange County. - January 08, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
School of Rock Students Have Become Familiar Faces on South Florida’s Music Scene
Students at the Paul Green School of Rock Music – Coral Springs have become familiar faces on south Florida’s music scene and fans are in for yet another treat by this group of talented young musicians when they serve up a big helping of Southern rock at two All Ages shows on Friday, January 30 and Sunday, February 8. - January 07, 2009 - The Paul Green School of Rock Music
A+ Children’s Academy Hosts Seminar
A+ Children’s Academy is proud to be hosting a seminar on early childhood development presented by owner Michelle Didesch January 24th at their new facility at 6431 North Big Hollow Road in Peoria. The seminar is sponsored by the Heart of Illinois Association for the Education of Young... - January 05, 2009 - A+ Children's Academy
Aurience and Apogee Expand Their Alliance to Increase Awareness of the World's Great Performance Arts Through the Power of Media and Technology
Aurience Ltd, an EU media consulting group, and the Apogee Foundation, a US philanthropic organization, will integrate media and technology enhancements throughout Apogee's global programs to discover, develop and celebrate creative excellence. - January 02, 2009 - The Apogee Foundation
Licensed Attorney Named Academic Director of Gaming Programs at Art Institute
Ian Klimon directs the Game Art & Design and Visual & Game Programming departments at The Art Institute of California – Orange County. - January 02, 2009 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County