Entries Tagged 'Rhode Center For The Arts' ↓
March 30th, 2008 — EK27, Rhode Center For The Arts
Grand Opening April 11th, 2008
In 2007 Lakeside Players, Inc. received a loan from the city of Kenosha to renovate the Rhode Opera House. We have put these funds to good use by investing in a brand new heating system. This new heating system has made a huge difference to our non-profit organization. The Rhode Opera House was built in 1927. It was originally one large theater with one stage that featured vaudeville performers and other notable performers of the 1920’s. This beautiful theater has gone through a variety of phases throughout the years. Continue reading →
March 30th, 2008 — EK27, Rhode Center For The Arts, Actor's Craft
Saturday, April 5th at 7 p.m.
Make time for Laughs! Mark your calendars for another Night of Comedy and Improv on Saturday, April 5, at 7 p.m. Comedian Ken Sevara headlines our event with his dynamic, hilariously funny, irreverent view of the world. He’s a favorite entertainer both for corporate events and in major comedy circuits throughout the country.
You will also enjoy the sketch comedy of Greg Carpenter, the southern humor of Mississippi transplant Country Boy Bill Cranford, and Milwaukee comedian Kyle Warras. Our improv artists Eric Wertzler, Randy Lee, Adonnis Jamal, Beth Felch and Viki DuMez are back with on-the-spot comedy that will have you rolling in the aisles. Our seasoned emcee, funnyman Jim Selovich, will keep the evening running merrily along.
Maureen Cashin Bolog of Actor’s Craft, Jim Selovich and Fletcher Lee of Lee Productions, Inc., are producing this fundraiser for the historic Rhode Center for the Arts at 514 56th Street in downtown Kenosha, WI. Tickets are affordably priced at $10 in advance and $12 at the door. For advanced tickets, stop by the Pollard Gallery at 518 56th Street, Larsen Mayer Pharmacy at 3535 30th Street, or either of Anytime Fitness’s two locations at 611 56th Street or 2304 18th Street.
For more information, call Actor’s Craft at 262/705-0194.
March 9th, 2008 — EK24, Rhode Center For The Arts, Art Events
by Joe Barr
A congenial and enthusiastic audience enjoyed the hospitality and the art of two talented Ladies last Friday.
Kim Rahal and Kate Fallucca, as vibrant as their art, opened their show at the Pollard Gallery with style and class. Musicians Bill Robbins and Sean Mason offered a comfortable ambience while the guests sampled wine and h’ourderves. Welcomed at the door and served with charm, guests were spoiled by a blend of comfort and elegance. Continue reading →
March 2nd, 2008 — Bowls and Books, EK23, Rhode Center For The Arts, Downtown Kenosha, Art Leadership
by Josie Rodriguez
Josie: What are you involved with in Kenosha?
Judy: I am Involved as county board supervisor, also involved in the
Copy Center. In addition to this;
Rhode Center for the Arts, which includes the Pollard Gallery and Lakeside Players. A little background about Rhode… Rhode theatre was originally the Gateway Theater in 1927. The property was owned by the Rhode family, and given to the downtown business district in 1987.
Josie: In your opinion what does this city need?
Judy: Entertainment expansion of the downtown, so that it can be seen as an entertainment district, and would also promote private businesses.
Josie: Time travel into the next few years, what do you see? Continue reading →
March 2nd, 2008 — Bowls and Books, EK23, Rhode Center For The Arts, Events
The eighth annual “Bowls & Books” Soupfest Contest will be held at the Rhode on Wednesday March 19th, 2008. Eight restaurants will be serving from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and eight different restaurants will be serving from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The restaurants pick their favorite and best soup. People coming to the event, receive a score card and a commemorative bowl provided by M&I Bank. The attendees go around from table to table, tasting, enjoying and scoring the soups. Where else can you eat that many different soups in one sitting? Continue reading →
March 2nd, 2008 — EK23, Pollard Gallery, Rhode Center For The Arts, Exhibit, Visual Artists
by Joe Barr
After 137 trips up and down the ladder, Kim called for help. Daughter Taylor and fellow artist Kate attempted a rescue. The Ladies, Kim Rahal and Kate Fallucca, were spending too much of Saturday setting up for their “Double Artist Exhibit”.
They measured, marked, nailed, and hanged, and hanged, and about the third time wound up with a centered and leveled piece. Sometimes it was the right distance from the adjacent piece. Taylor managed to get the right tool to the right place at the right time, and in quiet moments, texted the outside world.
“A Double Artist Exhibit” opens Friday March 7, at the Pollard Gallery from 6 to 9. In addition to notable art from the Ladies, your palette will be tempted by catered treats, and professional musicians Bill Robbins and Sean Mason will entertain you.
And that’s not all.
Two lucky patrons will take home art donated by the Ladies.
The beneficiaries of the chance drawing will be two of the communities most stalwart organizations, Kenosha Meals on Wheels and Kenosha Women and Children’s Horizons. The drawing will proceed at 8:45.
Enjoy a lovely evening while supporting and enriching your community.
Click HERE to see more pictures courtesy of Joe Barr
February 24th, 2008 — Rhode Center For The Arts, RG Audio Productions, Radio Theatre, ExposeKenosha, Literary
Part 1 of 2
by Tammy Peacy
RG Productions isn’t your average theater group. They perform original radio plays that take audience members back to a time when the radio was the center of every home. Nita Hunter, Founder and Executive Producer of RG Productions invited Expose Kenosha to watch a rehearsal and speak to the cast of Sherlock Holmes.
Upon entering the auditorium where rehearsal for would shortly commence, we were greeted by actor Jan Michalski, who lifted up his shirt. “I thought this is what you meant by Expose Kenosha,” he quipped. Yeah, we get that sometimes.
Francisco and I milled about through the crowd, speaking with those who were not performing.
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February 24th, 2008 — Pollard Gallery, Rhode Center For The Arts, Call for Artists
by Joe Barr
The Pollard Gallery, long a tribute to the talents of our neighbors, George and Nan Pollard, is evolving into an Artists Cooperative in an effort to offer gallery space for local artists.
All artists, emerging and established, are invited to show and share their art in any media. Initially the Gallery is offering two ways to participate. The artist may choose to pay a modest hanging fee to display their work, and enjoy the benefit of no commission on their sales. Another option is to gallery sit and earn a low commission on sales. Generous agreements are also available for print and jewelry sales.
Brigitta Richter, a participating local artist, enjoys the ability to indulge in creative pricing. Without the burden of high commissions, Gitta wants to make her work affordable for more people.
A solo show of the artists work is an opportunity many are finding particularly appealing. Some artists like the idea of a joint show. Kate Fallucca and Kim Rahal, for instance, are presenting “A Double Artist Exhibit” on March 7.
Please stop by, visit and enjoy the work of over ten local artists in the new Pollard Gallery.
To learn more about the co-op, please call Brigitta at 925-7096, or Judy at 654-9030.
February 24th, 2008 — Mrs. Markham..., Move Over, Rhode Center For The Arts, Lakeside Players, Theater
Move Over, Mrs. Markham
by Ray Cooney & John Chapman
March 7th-22nd, 2008
7:30 pm Fridays & Saturdays
2:00 pm Sundays
(the box office is open one hour prior to performance)
Move Over, Mrs. Markham is a British farce that will have you rolling in the aisles. Hilarity and chaos ensue when three separate couples all seek illicit liaisons unknowingly at the same time and place, in the Markham’s flat. Add a straight laced children’s author, a sexy au pair girl and a flamboyant interior decorator… stir in misplaced love notes, ringing phones and a full liquor cabinet…and the game is on!
Directed by: Philip Jaeger (Zion, IL)
Starring:
- Rosann Weber (Kenosha, WI)
- David Jacob (Racine, WI)
- Vince Cook (Winthrop Harbor, Il)
- Amy Louise Seyller (Kenosha, WI)
- Rich Krapf (Waukegan, IL)
- Christie Geidner (Kenosha, WI)
- Natalie LaVoie Aaron (Racine, WI)
- Gary Craanen (Racine, WI)
- Chelle Krome (Kenosha, WI)
Ticket prices:
Adults – Friday & Saturday $12
Sunday $11
Seniors & Students - $10
Where:
The Rhode Center for the Arts
514 56th street
Downtown Kenosha, WI 53141
To reserve tickets call: (262) 657-PLAY (7529)
www.rhodeopera.org
February 17th, 2008 — Rhode Center For The Arts, Shows, Kenosha
THE POLLARD GALLERY
INVITES YOU TO . . .
A Double Artist Exhibit
Opening Reception
Friday, March 7th, 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Kate Fallucca - Landscape Photographs
www.ktdesigns.biz
Kim Rahal - Abstract Painting
www.myspace.com/prosephene
Come and enjoy refreshments and live music by Bill Robbins and Sean Mason
On Display March 1st through May 3rd, 2008
Artists will also be in attendance on
Saturday, March 29th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wednesday, March 19th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm (8th Annual Bowls & Books)
Saturday, April 26th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Friday, May 2nd from 6:00 to 9:00 pm
POLLARD GALLERY
518 56th Street, Kenosha, WI
Next To The Rhode Center For The Arts
www.rhodeopera.org
