Tuesday, July 06, 2004 |
Coming this Sunday... The Weekend of Chamber Music
Sunday, July 11th at 3:00 p.m.
at the Dietrich Theater
Tickets:$10, Children and Students with ID are free
Experience a summer afternoon of classical music in the Endless Mountains. The acclaimed group, The Weekend of Chamber Music has been established for 10 years and received enthusiastic reviews from The New Yorker and The New York TImes. The concert will include Two Sonatas, Several Duos, La Noce Arrolladora, Walking Song, and the Brandenburg Concerto #2 A light reception will follow the event.
Call 996-1500 for ticket information |
See www.dietrichtheater.com or phone 836-1022 for times |
At The Dietrich By Hildy Morgan
Well, here’s one thing the movies can’t fight. We can take on movie critics, we can ride the wave of a bad movie, we can fight with movie companies over bad prints. But the one thing that will do us in every time and over which we have no control is – tada! – the weather! Now, grumpy as this may make us sound, we always sort of hope for rain when we’re opening a big movie. Rain brings people to our most humble abode. But a weekend like this past one? Well, really, the only people who want to be inside are the folks being paid to be there. ( And I doubt that they “want” to be there.)
So, although we have the top two films in the country right now, attendance was light this weekend. But, even I couldn’t blame anyone for that. The weather was the most beautiful we’ve had all summer, and, if I do say so, a long time coming! And Spiderman and Fahrenheit will be with us for a bit longer, so there is plenty of time to see both of them pretty much at you leisure.
I saw Fahrenheit this past weekend and I loved it – but then I am a big fan of Michael Moore’s filmmaking. Not of Michael Moore. And the reason for that is that I don’t know Michael Moore. I only know the public persona that he puts out there. I don’t believe in getting personal attachments to actors or directors etc. because we really don’t know a thing about them. What we need to judge them on, really, is their work. I like his work – it is wildly slanted, but you know that coming in. To change him would be to say that you think Rush Limbaugh should be more middle-of-the-road. People tune in to hear him be anything but! This movie will not be everyone’s cup of tea. However, it’s worth seeing – no matter what side of the aisle you’re on. If for no other reason than it’s very hard to argue the merits of something (or lack thereof) if you haven’t seen it!
Now on to Spiderman. Our Erica is a tough critic. She’s fussy about her movies and has excellent taste, but she doesn’t let filmmakers get away with anything. Trust me on that. But she told me that she loved Spiderman. Here’s almost exactly what she said – “It has terrific acting, Toby Maguire being the perfect Spiderman nerd, a wonderful story, excellent special effects. It’s a movie,” she went on, “for everyone, really.” And that’s from the toughest critic at the Dietrich (besides me, of course). So, come on down and see it, folks. I’m going to catch it at matinee on Wednesday. I can’t wait!
Someone asked if we would be getting in Two Brothers. Yes. Just not new. In September we will play catch-up with all these lovely films we couldn’t bring in because we only have two screens. And we’ll bring in Day After Tomorrow, too. I promise.
Yesterday afternoon my husband and I watched, for the kabillionth time, Secondhand Lions. If any of you haven’t seen it yet, run, don’t walk to your nearest video store and rent it. You know, it’s one of those movies that makes you feel good no matter how many times you watch it! And my husband and I have totally different taste in movies and still, we both love it! That’s really saying something, believe me.
So, that’s all I have to say this week. Hope you all had a wonderful holiday. And now that you’ve had your reunions and picnics and swimming and all the other things that one does outside, do come back to the movies. We miss you when you’re gone.
See you at the Dietrich! |
Showing through July 15
Spiderman 2
Fahrenheit 9/11
Coming Soon
The Village
Princess Diaries 2 | Live at The Dietrich By Hildy Morgan There is simply not enough room to tell you all the wonderful things that have been going on culturally around here. First, I have to tell you, that if you haven’t seen the Wee Willow Dome at the Riverside Park lately, do, do, do go down to see it. It is soooo cute! It looks like little elves should be living there! It’s unique and dear. Doesn’t Margie come up with the most wondrous ideas? Maybe it’s because she was a librarian for all those years!
So, the intergenerational painting class was a grand success. Ages nine to let’s just say “mature”, and they sketched and painted under the watchful and creative eye of our own artist-in-residence, Amy Colley. Our own Sarah said everyone had a wonderful time and that the setting, once again Riverside Park, was simply a most delightful place to create in. I think it’s mainly volunteers who keep that park looking so beautiful and I have to tell you they do an incredible service for the community. They have graced us with a place of great beauty and serenity. Bless their hearts!
The poetry reading by Maggie Martin was delightful. Our own John Hovan, Board member extraordinaire, came to the reading and I have to ask him how he liked it. He’s a great supporter of the arts and of poetry in particular (he’s actually met Billy Collins!) but this was very much an evening about women’s issues. Maggie is as much a storyteller as she is a poet, and much of what she writes has universal themes – for women. I don’t know how a man listening to a lot of that would have felt. But I have to tell you a line she used which I thought so well put – poetic, simple and loaded for bear. She talked about how her life changed when, thirty years ago, her husband left her and their boy penniless. From those hard times, though, an artist emerged. But when she talked about those dark days, she said “When Frank left, he took the Mercedes with him.” Speaks volumes as to life changes!
Don’t forget the Chamber Music concert coming up on July 11 at 3:00. This is so unique for here, you really won’t want to miss it. To have live performers of this caliber at the Dietrich is almost beyond belief. Please come and support this adventure in classical music.
Alert! Alert! Digital Arts Camp is just about filled. If you have a child who may want to take it, call now, before it’s too late.
Back by popular demand – Jennifer Hill Kaucher. The course, which will once again meet on Tuesday nights. Is called Poetic Challenges – The Practice of Poetry. It’s about reading, writing and critiquing poetry – your own and others. I’m going to take it because I love writing and I think I’ll learn a good deal from this Mulberry Street master.
Our writing support group is still meeting on Thursday night. You know, it’s about the best and nicest and most talented bunch you could ever hope to meet. So, if writing is your bag, come join us. It won’t cost you a dime and it’s worth a million!
See you at the Dietrich! |
More than the Movies at the Dietrich Theater The Weekend of Chamber Music
Sunday, July 11th from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
at the Dietrich Theater
Tickets:$10
Enjoy a summer afternoon of classical music. The acclaimed group, The Weekend of Chamber Music has been established for 10 years and received enthusiastic reviews from The New Yorker and The New York TImes. A light reception will follow the event.
Call 996-1500 for more details.
The Gathering of Singer-Songwriters III
Thursday, July 22nd at 7:30 p.m.
at the Dietrich Theater
Tickets: $5
This night of Folk, Bluegrass, and old-time Country music will feature the talents of singer-songwriters: Tom Flannery, K.J. Wagner, Shawn Z, and Lorne Clarke!
Call 996-1500 for more details.
Tennessee HeartStrings Band: Blue Grass with Bo Jamison
Wednesday, August 25th at 7:30 p.m.
at the Dietrich Theater
Tickets: $5
Tennessee HeartStrings Band is a Nashville-based, all-woman Bluegrass group characterized by tight vocal harmonies, energetic stage performances, and a crowd-pleasing mix of traditional and original acoustic music. Join us for an evening of Tennessee Bluegrass and acoustic music with former Tunkhannock resident, Bo Jamison!
Call 996-1500 for details. | Ongoing Classes and New Class Sessions! Spaces still available! Register Now! 996-1500 |
Decorative Painting for Adults, ages 13 and up | Introduction to decorative painting. Try your hand at painting decorative pieces for your home or to give as gifts. | Wednesdays through August, noon - 3:00 p.m. | Cost: $15 per session plus cost of painting surface. | Instructor: Eileen Balboa |
Digital Arts Camp | The week of July 26th through July 30th
Session 1: ages 12 and up - 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Session 2: ages 9 through 12 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Claymation, robotics, and special effects
| The week of July 26th through July 30th. Session 1: ages 12 and up - 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Session 2: ages 9 through 12 - 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Cost: $40 | Instructor: Rand Whipple, Box of Light Theatre |
Drawing and Painting for Adults (13 and up) | Learn the basics of perspective, line, form, color, and value as students draw and paint from life. All levels of experience are welcome. | Mondays, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. June 28. July 5, 12, 19. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. | Cost: $40 for all four classes. | Instructor: Steve Colley |
| Everhart Ancient Art Explorations | Tuesdays, June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27.
Session 1: grades K -2 - 11:00 a.m.- noon.
Session 2: grades 3 - 6 - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Exlpore the art of ancient Greece and Rome, ancient Egypt, Cave Art, and Babylonian Art. | Tuesdays, June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27. Session 1: grades K -2 - 11:00 a.m.- noon. Session 2: grades 3 - 6 - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | FREE! | Instructors: Everhart Museum Staff |
Intergenerational Art Camp | Intergenerational mixed media- pottery, sculpture, drawing and painting. Fun for the entire family. Ages 6 and up welcome. | August 23rd through August 27th, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Cost: Adults- $50 per week. Children - $25 per week. | Instructor: Amy Colley |
Intergenerational Landscape Drawing and Painting | Join us for Intergenerational Landscape Drawing and Painting at Riverside Park. Ages 6 to adult are invited to experience drawing and painting landscapes as they see it. All materials provided. | Wednesdays, June 30 - July 21, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Cost: Adults - $10 per class Children - $5 per class | Instructor: Amy Colley |
| Pottery and Sculpture for Adults (13 and up) Evening Class | In these classes students will learn hand-building techniques using earthenware as they become familiar with the works of artists such as Rodin, Michelangelo, and Picasso. All levels of experience are welcome. | Mondays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. June 28. July 5, 12, 19, 26. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. | Cost: $40 for all four classes. | Instructor: Steve Colley |
Quilting for Kids, ages 6 and up | Quilt in a fish bowl. Let us lure you into the joys of quilting with our fun project. Design one fish or create a tank full. Make a splash...Go fish! | Wednesdays June 16 through July28, 3:30-5:00 p.m. | Cost: $6 per lesson | Instructors: Ingrid Rogler and Gloria Eastwood |
Theater and Visual Arts Camp II | Theater and art activities centered around Native Americans | August 2nd - August 6th, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Cost: $40 | Instructors: Michaela Moore and Amy Colley |
Watercolor for Beginners, ages 13 and up | Introduction to watercolor. Watercolor method for those who have been afraid to try. Includes pen/ink, watercolor, and acrylic washes. Projects will include greeting cards for practice plus a framable painting. | Fridays, 10:00 a.m. - noon, July 2, 9, August 6, 13. | $15 per lesson | Sarah Sidorek |
Yoga for You | Accommodations will be made for beginners, experienced practitioners, and those with special needs. Ages 9 to adult. | Wednesdays, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. - June 30 to July 28. | Cost: Adults $10 per session, children free. | Presented by Melissa Russo. |
| Call 996-1500 for information or see www.dietrichtheater.com for descriptions or pick up a brochure at the theater. |
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