September 2014

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September 2014

Arts Opportunities
September 2014
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission,
Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County,
Arts and Cultural Heritage Division
Artist of the
Month
Harmony Hall
Arts Center
16
Publick
Playhouse
12
8
4
2
Montpelier
Arts Center
Brentwood
Arts
Exchange
19 27
Arts Around
the County
Editor’s Note
Artist of the Month
Gina Marie Lewis is a mixed media artist with 20 years of professional
experience. She holds an M.FA in painting from Howard University and
a B.A. in Cultural Studies and Studio Art from Norwich University.
Among the group exhibitions in which Lewis was included are, the New
Power Generation 2005 and the Common Ground, Uncommon Vision
exhibitions at the Hampton University Museum; and Migrations of the
African Diaspora at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
Lewis was also shown in a solo exhibition of her installation Conversation Among Blues Women, held during the Reclaiming Midwifes historical exhibition at the Smithsonian Institution Anacostia Museum. Her
mural The Next Sunrise, a site specific commissioned work installed in
2004, is prominently featured at the Howard University Hospital. She
currently works at Bowie State University, where she teaches Painting,
Printmaking, Mixed/Multimedia Art, and Installations and Public Art.
Ms. Lewis’s artwork can currently be seen at Publick Playhouse through
October 13
10701 Livingston Road, Ft. Washington, MD
TEL: 301-203-6070; TTY 301-203-3803
FAX: 301-203-6071
Events and Exhibitions
Retro/Spective: Works by Alan Binstock
August 11-October 3
Alan Binstock’s work tends to be self-reflective and focuses on stone, glass and steel
with occasional pieces in other materials. The stone and steel balance, support and
cantilever their way towards a visual resolution, and each piece is a silent witness in
dynamic tension. His compositions bring unique qualities, which each material manifests into a dialogue that, when successful, offer a moment of reflection.
AFTERNOON TEA: Jazz Trombonist John Jensen with Piano
Wednesday, September 10, 2 pm
Harmony Hall Arts Center
John Jensen, formerly lead trombonist with the U.S. Navy Commodores, the Navy’s jazz orchestra, has
appeared as a soloist and combo leader and with the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra.
In addition to regular jazz concerts with either the piano or combo, he does a one-man program in which
he plays a variety of wind instruments, including a unique Australian instrument, the didgeridoo. He talks
about the development of brass instruments from the beginning of music history through the times
great Louis Armstrong. Jensen also offers a tribute program honoring the trombonist and bandleader
Tommy Dorsey, while also fronting a dynamic Dixie group called the Good Time Trio.
All Ages
Tickets: $16 per person
CONCERT : Blue Magic
Saturday, September 13, 8 pm
Blue Magic is a classic R&B Soul Group and one of the most popular groups to come out of the
City of Philadelphia. They hit the top 40 Charts with their first three singles before breaking
through and crossing over with the mega hit “Side Show”, which went gold. Their next single
“Three Ring Circus”, made the R&B top 10 and the Pop Top 40 charts. Other noteworthy hits are
“Spell”, “Stop to Start” and “Chasing Rainbows”. The group today consists of founder Richard
Pratt, Ivery Bell, Jimmy Lee and Don Nottingham. They are guaranteed to touch the senses of any
R&B/Soul music lover.
All Ages
Tickets: $35/General Admission; $30 students & seniors
AFTERNOON TEA: Part Harmony, A Cappella
Wednesday, September 17, 2 pm
Part Harmony is one of Baltimore's finest a cappella groups. Established in 1984, they set out to bring joy
to the hearts of everyone who listens through song. Known for their ability to bring back the sounds of
Doo Wop mixed with Motown and Flash, Part Harmony always seems to please their audience. Becoming
an attraction each summer at Baltimore City's
Inner Harbor Downtown Amphitheater, their popularity grows with every performance. Some of their accomplishments include sharing the stage with Sinbad, Angela Bofield, Natalie Cole, The Four Tops, The
Drifters, and others. They also had a cameo appearance in Charles Dutton's directorial debut "The Corner"
and the first episode of "Homicide."
All Ages
Tickets: $16 per person
CONCERT: A Tribute to the Music of Motown
An ensemble of the DMV’s most talented artists, A Tribute to the Music of Motown, featuring The
Brencore AllStar Band, brings to life Motown of yesteryear. This fine production celebrates 55
years of Motown, highlighting songs of artists such as Smokey and The Miracles, The Temptations,
The Supremes, The Jackson 5 and more. The Brencore All-Star Band re-creates the Motown sound
for an ensemble of talented vocalists. A Tribute to the Music of Motown promises to be an evening
of fun and nostalgia that will not soon be forgotten. Come on out and enjoy the music.
All Ages
Tickets: $25/General Admission, $20 students & seniors
9652 Muirkirk Road Laurel, MD
TEL: 301-377-7800 or 410-792-0664
TTY: 301-490-2329; FAX: 301-377-7801
September 5 – October 26
David R. Daniels (Main Galler y)
Reception: Friday, September 5, 7-9 pm
Nationally recognized watercolorist and former botanist David
Daniels brings a unique personal sense of composition and
color to the medium while displaying a remarkable range of
experimentation. His bold, impressionistic style gives a new
freshness to the beauty of nature. His sense of color is inspired,
and his love and reverence for nature is endemic to his work.
September 5 – October 26
Montpelier Arts Center
Stephen Boocks (Librar y Galler y)
Play
Play, a solo exhibition of acrylic paintings and works on paper, explores the dynamics
of time, pattern, and how we process works of art. Grounded in geometric abstraction,
Boocks’ paintings present hand-drawn grids as underlying infrastructures upon which
saturated hues and loose, almost playful marks create an intimate world influenced by
musical compositions, and wherein straight lines are tempered by soft curves.
September 5-8
Steven Williams
Steven Williams draws, paints, and constructs paintings which depend on elements of surprise
and surrealism to inject humor into what would otherwise be a relentless descent into the
shadow side of human life.
Friday, September 12, 8 pm
Dick Morgan Reunion Band
Dick Morgan was a favorite at Montpelier, delighting fans of all ages with his pianistic
virtuosity. Following Dick’s passing, his group has remained together to honor his
memory by playing the music Dick was known for. For this special performance, they
are joined by Japanese pianist Tadataka Unno.
All Ages
Tickets: $25/person; 10% discount for Montpelier members & seniors
The Cheik Ndoye Group
An accomplished musical artist whose music is a rich fusion of jazz and world music,
bassist Cheik NDoye’s musical influences stem from his Senegalese heritage combined
with his love for classic and contemporary American jazz. NDoye will also be performing
with violinist Karen Briggs, guitarist Dan Leonard, drummer Tosin, saxophonist Ted Baker,
and pianist Ei Staples.
All Ages
Brazil Project featuring Leonardo Lucini
It is 52 years since Americans first fell in love with Samba and Bossa Nova, and the love
affair continues. Brazil Project marries authentic and compelling Brazilian rhythms with
contemporary jazz in a memorable way. This performance features virtuoso seven-string
bassist and composer Leonardo Lucini from Rio de Janeiro and Canadian saxophonist Jeff
Antoniuk, known for his mastery of West African rhythms that fuel the music of both
continents. Expect ensemble playing and out-of-sight solos.
All Ages
One Mar yland One Book Discussion
The Distance Between Us, Reyna Grande
In its seventh year, One Maryland One Book is designed to bring together diverse people in communities
across the state through the shared experience of reading the same book. The 2014 One Maryland One
Book selection is The Distance Between Us: A Memoir by Reyna Grande, a poignant memoir of life before
and after entering the U.S. from Mexico as an undocumented immigrant.
Born in Mexico, award-winning novelist and memoirist Reyna Grande entered the U.S. as an undocumented immigrant when she was 9 years old. She writes about her life before and after leaving Mexico in her
memoir, The Distance Between Us. A National Book Circle Critics Award finalist, The Distance Between Us is
an inspirational coming-of-age story about the pursuit of a better life. The Los Angeles Times hailed it as
‘the Angela’s Ashes of the modern Mexican immigrant experience.”
All Ages
Tickets: Free
3901 Rhode Island Ave Brentwood, MD
TEL: 301-277-2863; TTY: 301-446-6802;
FAX:301-277-2865
September 2-October 18
Axis
Axis is an exhibition of visual and literary arts created by 13 artists linked into an alliance by the common experience of having been fellows at the Virginia Center for Creative Arts. The title “Axis” suggests a center or core that is capable of connecting, changing, and moving things, people and ideas
to create a multitude of possibilities and alliances; it is a crucial transformative concept at this point in
history. Fitting with the title, this exhibition brings together contemporary artwork by artists from
across the United States whose work connects in spirit while it diverges in form.
Prince George’s Sampler : 2014 Prince George's County Juried Exhibition
The annual Prince George’s County Juried Exhibition returns to the Brentwood Arts Exchange with
Brentwood Arts Exchange
Prince George’s Sampler – an exploration of the diversity and richness within the county’s art community. Prince George’s Sampler features multi-media visual art by artists who live, work, or study in
Prince George’s County. The annual County Juried Exhibition is always a crowd favorite. This year’s
is sure to not disappoint.
5455 Landover Road, Cheverly, MD
TEL: 301-277-1710; TTY: 301-277-0313
FAX:301-277-8816
Events and Exhibitions Publick Playhouse
Tiny Tots Thursday
Found Instruments Workshop
Tuesday, September 9, 9:30 am & 11:15 am
Almost anything can be transformed into a percussion instrument. Bring a small
pot or pan from home to get the most from this workshop taught by instructors
from the award-winning Cultural Academy for Excellence (CAFE Youth). Space is
limited and fills up early, so call 301-277-1710 to reserve your space. Please
note, this workshop is offered on Tuesday (not Thursday), September 9.
Tickets: $5/students and obser vers
Midweek Matinee
Curious George
Thursday, September 25, 10:15 am & 12 pm
Enjoy this great new musical starring everyone's favorite storybook monkey.
Curious George's inquisitive, attention-getting stunts make their mark in
Rome, where he helps a chef win the Golden Meatball Contest.
Curriculum Connections: Literature, Relationships, Family, Music.
Ages: Recommended for grades pre -K—3
Tickets: $8, $6 for groups of 20 or more.
August 15– October 13
Events and Exhibitions Publick Playhouse
Gina Marie Lewis
The latest arts and cultural
opportunities around Prince
George’s County!
Arts on a Roll is an on-demand mobile arts service focused on providing arts experiences for Prince George’s County and the surrounding area.
Our mission is to work with local artists in order to facilitate artistic development
and expression in the communities in and around the county.
We offer arts workshops such as Dance, Theatre, and Painting as well as fun crafts
for both the young and young-at-heart.
Contact Us For
More Information!
[email protected]
Events and Exhibitions Arts Around the County
4711 Knox Road College Park
(301) 927-3013
New Street Dance Company
Sunday September 7, 6 pm
College Park Arts Exchange presents the New Street Dance Company of Philadelphia, led by local dance instructor Shannon Dooling, who will share a performance created for the Philadelphia FringeArts Festival, with
live music scored by DC based composer Alexandra Bryant.
Ages: All Ages
Tickets: Free
Opus 40 Ensemble
Saturday, September 13, 7:30 pm
CPAE presents Opus 40 Ensemble, with Bradley Tatum, Horn; Natalie Barrens, Soprano; Yee-Ning Soong, Piano. Do not miss this opportunity to hear repertoire featuring the rarely heard Natural Horn, an ancestor of
the French Horn.
Ages: All Ages
Tickets: Free
Blue Sky Puppets presents Rufus!
Sunday, September 14, 3 pm
Rufus, a shy, lost and lonely little dog, finds friendship and helps the audience learn about individuality. This
event is fun for the whole family for ages 3 and older, The acclaimed Blue Sky Puppets, based in University
Park, has been one of the finest touring children's theatres on the East Coast since 1974.
Ages: Ages 3 and up
Tickets: Free
Please email [email protected] with any questions.
College Park Exchange
Children’s Arts Drop-In Programs
Old Parish House- Sundays, 2 - 4 pm: Sept. 21, Oct. 18-19, Nov. 15-16, Dec. 13-14
College Park Community Center (5051 Pierce Avenue, College Park)- Saturdays, 10 am - 12 pm
Arts Specialists Aaron Springer and Ann Potter lead fun arts workshops for children ages 3-8 with their parents. To learn more about after-school Arts Drop-in, near Hollywood Elementary at Youth and Family Services,
call 301-474-1210.
Age: Ages 3-8 w/Parents
Arts Workshop: Rubber Stamping
Saturday, September 20, 1- 4:30 pm. Old Parish House.
College Park Arts Exchange presents an arts workshop for teens and adults in Rubber Stamping. With new tools
and techniques you can achieve amazing results with rubber stamps. Bring a friend and learn together about
taking this easy art form to new heights.
Age: All Ages
Tickets: $10/RSVP Only. Please email [email protected] to RSVP
CPAE Book Club
Tuesdays, 7– 8:30 pm
Come join us at the Old Parish House on Tuesdays as we explore Non-Fiction by Women.
Sept. 16, Life in Motion, a memoir by Misty Copeland with Charisse Jones.
Oct. 21, Busted: A Tale of Corruption and Betrayal in the City of Brotherly Love by
Wendy Ruderman and Barbara Laker.
Nov. 18. A Fighting Chance, by Elizabeth Warren
Dec. 16. Unbowed by Wangari Maathai
College Park Exchange
College Park Youth Choir and Vocetti
St. Andrews Episcopal Church—4512 College Avenue, College Park.
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm; First Meeting, September 2
Students ages 5 and up work with high-energy director Chris Fominaya to develop strong vocal skills and
perform for the public several times a year. Rehearsals are Tuesdays at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. First
meeting of fall will be Tuesday, Sept. 2, 6:30 pm.
Age: Ages 5 and up
Tickets: $85/per semester per child
College Park Youth Orchestra
Young string players will develop their ensemble and sight-reading skills under the direction of experienced
conductor, Ken Whitley. Students rehearse twice a month, with three public concerts a year. More at
www.cpyo.net.
College Park Chorale
Sundays, 7– 8:30 pm
A welcoming adult choir rehearsing Sunday nights beginning in September at the Old Parish House,
7 - 8:30. Please contact us if you are interested.
3309 Bunker Hill Rd, Mt.Rainer
(301) 699-1819
Joe's Open House
Saturday, September 6, 10 am - 4 pm
Join the Joe's family for a day of open house events include live demonstrations by some of our resident artists and opportunities to try out many of our amazing movement classes.
Maida Withers Presents On Site/Insight
Wednesday, September 17, 7:30 pm
Withers will present a free discussion and film presentation September 17th at 7:30 pm at Joe’s Movement
Emporium entitled “On Site / Insight”. Withers will give context to the role and place of space in the creation
and performance of dance for live audiences with examples from dance films shot on location throughout
the world including Russia, Brazil, and the DC area.
The Playground Presents Acts of Arriving Workshop
Acts of Arriving is a series of creative workshops and interactive performances in four locations across Metro
D.C. investigating place, community, and the creative act of making a home. Join The Playground for a hands
-on workshop for all ages. Activities will include art and writing projects, mini-performances, and creative
placemaking.
Joe’s Movement Emporium
(3309 Bunker Hill Rd, Mt. Rainier)
September 8th - December 14th, 2014
Dance Fundamentals
Saturdays 10 - 11 am, Ages 8-11
Saturdays 11 am - 12 pm Ages 11+
Creative Movement & Music
Saturdays 11:15 am - 12 pm, Ages 3-5
Saturdays 12 pm - 1 pm, Ages 5-7
Rhythm Tap
Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm, Ages 7-12, Beg - Int
Thursdays 6:30 - 7:45 pm, Adult/Teen, Beg - Adv
Visit www.joesmovement.org/youth_classes for rates, registration information and more. Get the Semester
rate for Joe's Youth Classes by joining us September 6th for our Open House from 10 am - 4 pm. All Joe's
Youth Classes after this date will be $10 to drop in.
Joe’s Movement Emporium
(3309 Bunker Hill Rd, Mt. Rainier)
Genesis Dance Unlimited
Ballet, Jazz, Teen Tap, Hip Hop, and Modern dance classes for age groups 5-7, 8-11, and 12-18.
Now enrolling: visit www.genesisdanceunlimited.com for more information.
Smooth & EZ Hand Dance
Mondays, 6 - 7 pm.
Hand Dance class for youth ages 9-19
Visit www.smoothnez.com for more information.
Taratibu Youth Association
Tuesdays, 5:30 pm
Step classes for youth.
Visit www.taratibu.org for more information.
Editor’s Note
Arts Opportunities is a program of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission,
Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, Arts and Cultural Heritage Division. The
Maryland- National Capital Park and Planning Commission is supported by a grant from the Maryland
State Arts Council, an agency dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive.
Submit notices for inclusion in the newsletter via e-mail to [email protected].

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