Entries from May 2008 ↓

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by Joe Barr

ArtWorks celebrated it’s second successful opening in the new art gallery with the debut of “Vivid” Saturday evening. The four featured artists, Diane Levesque, Lisa Bigalke, Meade O’Neill, and Benjamin D. Rinehart, displayed their uniqueness and their shared love of strong color.

If you missed the pleasure of the Saturday opening, the show will run through June 15. In the meantime we offer a sampling of the art and the opening festivities.

Treat yourself. It is a show to enjoy.

Click HERE to see more pictures, courtesy of Joe Barr

by Joe Barr

Last Friday Kathy Labourn graced the Pollard with her art and her charm. Both the Pollard and the enthusiastic crowd were richer for it.

Enough said.

Click HERE to see more pictures, courtesy of Joe Barr

Click the arrow to listen to Jill singing “Let me go”

I’ll have a very unique performance May 10 in a new Art Gallery in downtown Racine called 716 Fine Art (401 Main St) that will also feature occasional intimate concerts, poetry readings and other cool stuff. This is such a good fit for the kind of artistic community I am trying to get going in Kenosha. I will be performing some of my songs in a very laid back atmosphere along with talking about my songs, myself, performance, whatever the audience is interested in. It will be a kind of get to know Jill Plaisted better.

From Jill’s myspace page

Check out “Days of Wine and Roses” and my arrangement of “I’m an Old Cowhand” on my page! They’re from the John Valdez Quintet gig at Jazz at the Station on Saturday night. My apologies for the low quality of the recording (especially I’m an Old Cowhand) I had to compress the files somewhat in order for them to fit on here.

~from Dustin’smyspace page

We are looking forward to see Dustin at Bloomin’ Days 2008!

Enjoy!

http://www.myspace.com/wamimusic

Wisconsin’s top musicians, artists, bands, and industry notables were recognized for their contributions to the state’s diverse music scene at the 27th Annual Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI) Awards Show, held Monday, April 30, at the Northern Lights Theater at Milwaukee’s Potawatomi Bingo and Casino.

Awards were given in 35 categories, ranging from recognition for musicianship and recordings to the industry-related technical areas, with recipients hailing from all areas of the state. Award recipients are as follows: Continue reading →

Put it on your calendars for May 17th and 18th!

Get your tickets now for the children’s play, “Golliwhoppers!”. It’s the third in a series of plays for the kiddies at The Rhode Center for the Arts, 514-56th Street, Kenosha, WI. Golliwhoppers features stories and folklores of America’s earlier days including a backwoods tall tale, an indian legend, a cante-fable, and a mountain ballad. Join myself and a very talented cast for this funfilled play for all ages!

“GOLLIWHOPPERS”

The Rhode Center for the Arts

514-56th Street, Kenosha

Saturday, May 17th @ 11:00am & 2:00pm

Sunday, May 18th @ 2:00pm

Admission: $7.00. Tickets available at the door or locations in Kenosha at: Anytime Fitness, 611-56th St & 2304-18th St; Southport Pantry, 7506-7th Ave; Larson-Mayer Pharmacy, 3535-30th Ave; Angelo-Sunnyside Florist, 3021-75th St.

Call 262-657-PLAY for more information.

Thursday, May 22

Capoeira Angola Course
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Bradford Community Church
Address: 5810 Eighth Ave., Kenosha WI 53140
Details: Register in advance by calling (414) 732-8379