At The Dietrich

By
Hildy Morgan

Wow! Can you believe it? Festival starts this week! We work on it for so long that when it finally comes it almost seems like a surprise. (Oh? It’s festival time? I thought we’d just plan forever. Or something.) Gala night has been sold out for two weeks, which makes me very happy. I am always a nervous wreck about the films I choose for opening night. I agonize over the choice and then spend the next few weeks until it’s sold out agonizing some more. What if this is the year that everyone hates the films we’ve chosen? What if this is the year no one comes? What if what if what if? But it appears that this year, once again, our dear festival attendees approve of the films we have chosen. Whew!

So I have been asked multiple times in the last few weeks what films I am looking forward to particularly. There are so many! (I do think festival choices are the most exciting films we bring in all year and each festival I think is the “best yet.”) But I’ll list a few of the films and explain why I chose them in the hopes that it will whet your appetite to come see them (especially if you’ve never tried a subtitled or indie film).

Of course, our opening night films are the gems of the festival. We chose Little Miss Sunshine because Jeffrey saw it in Sundance (I think) and loved it. Simply loved it. Said it was one of the best comedies he’s seen in years. It’s not only got a great cast and is very funny, but it’s got a profound message – that no matter how dysfunctional our family may be, if we love each other it’s okay. That’s important. So often we take offense at family members simply because they’re not like us, or don’t agree with us, or deviate from what we decide is “normal.” Well, this is a movie that celebrates the loving ties of family, the exuberance and the joy that love can bring us – no matter how wacky it may be.

I really don’t have to say why I chose Prairie Home Companion – it’s Garrison Keeler, that’s why. And he needs no more introduction than the mention of his name.

I can’t wait to see Mountain Patrol. The cinematography in Chinese films is breathtaking. There has not been one Chinese film we have shown in the past four years that has not been so beautiful that you think about it for weeks after. And this, taking us way up into the mountains of rural China will be no exception!

The Beauty Academy of Kabul sounds so intriguing. In a world apparently gone mad, a few young American beauticians decide to go to Kabul after the fall of the Taliban and teach them how to do hair and make-up. For women who have spent most of their days confined to a burka this has to be both exhilarating and deeply frightening. Both cultures have to be in for some serious shocks. How interesting is that?

The Boynton Beach Club is going to be one of my favorites. I haven’t seen it yet, but I know it is. It’s about our bodies growing older but our hearts and spirits remaining young and in need of love. Now, could there possibly be a better subject than that? Isn’t the most germane part of us the part that loves? Without love we wither and die, a shell of what could have been. This movie is about one kind of love – the kind that takes someone out of mourning and brings them front and center with a new life and a new person. Charming and funny and profound. I know I’m going to love it, and I bet you will too.

No festival would be complete without a Woody Allen film if one is available. So we bring you Scoop. Even when Woody Allen is bad he’s still better than most. And he does make me laugh. We’ll see. But I’m always willing to give him another chance – he’s that good.

Oh Lordy, I’ve run out of space. Don’t forget An Inconvenient Truth and Water (magnificent) and Wordplay and Only Human and….and… Sigh. Come see them all. You won’t regret it!

See you at the Dietrich.

Live at The Dietrich

By
Erica Rogler

The festival is almost here which means two weeks of great entertainment! Some of our festivalgoers catch all fourteen films. You see people walk out of one movie and turn around and buy a ticket for the next film. People might take a break and run up to Twigs or another local restaurant for a bite to eat, but then they are back to the theater to catch the 7 o’clock movie. I myself like to spread out seeing the festival films. I know Hildy, our Executive Director, basically camps out at the theater during the opening weekend and watches a majority of the films then. So however you catch these films, we hope you enjoy the festival!

Also starting this week are our art classes for children. Tomorrow we will launch our class series “All About Drawing for ages 9 –12. Instructor Steve Colley will walk students through the basic concepts of drawing including line, shape, texture, value, color and space while they create their own masterpieces. Classes will be held on Thursdays from 4:00 – 5:30 pm for four weeks. With this format, students will really have the opportunity to explore the media of drawing. Admission for the four classes is $35 and all materials are provided. Next month, students ages 9 –12 will have the opportunity to take Pottery and Sculpture.

For five to eight year olds, the Dietrich will offer Mixed Media with Amy Colley, M.F.A. In these classes, a new artist will be introduced each week as students learn about famous artists and create their own works using clay, tempera, charcoal, pastels and more. These classes are held on Fridays from 4:00 – 5:30 pm. Admission is $35.

And one of our new classes this fall will be square dancing! I myself have not square danced since gym class in fourth grade. It was fun, except at that age I don’t think I really liked the thought of dancing with boys! Beginner and experienced square dancers of all ages are welcome to come out. It will be led by local square dancing caller Roger Furman on Fridays in October from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Admission is free. Even if you are not so confident about your dancing skills, I recommend giving it a try.

Another musical experience we are offering in October is Fun for Tots – Stories & Songs with Mary Baker. Mary Baker is one of our favorite singers and storytellers. The last time Mary was at the theater, she joined forces with local author and storyteller Isabel Wilner for a morning concert of poetry, stories and songs. Their performance was great. Through that and other past performances, Mary Baker has developed quite a local following! Join us on Thursdays, October 12, 19, 26 and November 2 from 10:30 – 11:30 am for mornings filled with new songs and stories. Admission is free. For more information or to register for these events and classes, call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500.

More than the Movies at the Dietrich Theater

Advanced Feng Shui

Learn how to apply the elements for reinforcing Feng Shui basics as well as understanding the principles of ying/yang for encouraging great health. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, October 18 at 7 pm.

Cost: $20.

Instructor: Sybilla Lenz

All About Drawing, ages 9 -12

Students will learn the basic concepts of drawing including line, shape, texture, value, color and space while creating their own unique masterpieces.Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursdays, September 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5 from 4:00 - 5:30

Cost: 35, includes all materials.

Instructor: Steve Colley, M.F.A.

An Introduction to Feng Shui

Add water to the front door and increase career opportunities as well as wealth. Learn the basics of the ancient art and science of Feng Shui.

Wednesday, October 4th at 7:00 pm.

Cost: $20

Instructor: Sybilla Lenz

Decorative Painting, ages 16 and up

Learn decorative painting techniques while creating decorative pieces for your home or to give as gifts. Each project will be completed within one to two classes. All levels of experience welcome. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesdays from noon - 3:00 pm, September 13 - November 29.

Cost: $15 per class plus the cost of the painting surface. Preregistration required.

Instructor: Eileen Balboa

Drawing & Painting for Kids, ages 9 -12

Students will learn the basics of perspective, line, form, color and value as they draw and paint from life. All levels of experience welcome. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursdays, November 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm

Cost: $35, all materials provided.

Instructor: Steve Colley, M.F.A.

Everhart Art Experiments, grades 4 - 6

Got art? The Everhart returns to the Dietrich this fall to let you get your creative juices flowing as we play with paints, pastels and colors and learn about art! Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Admission is free!

Instructor: Everhart Museum Educator

Golden Days of Radio Player Group

Come back with us to those thrilling days of radio drama and comedy. Join us as we prepare a radio play production. Together we will explore the magic of "The Theater of the Mind". Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Tuesdays, October 10 - December 5 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Admission is free!

Instructor: Valerie Paulus

Holiday Camp, ages 6 and up

Young artists will become familiar with pottery, drawing and painting as well as famous artists in this camp. Enjoy one day of camp or explore the arts in all three classes. Call 570-996-1500 to register.

From 9:30 - 11:00 am, December 27 - Pottery, December 28 - Drawing, December 29 - Painting

Admission is $15 per class or $35 for all three classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley

Holiday Crafts, for ages 8 to adult

Students will make a selection of holiday crafts including beeswax candles by the dipping method, wreath making, a large willow star. and several woven holiday tree ornaments. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

October 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9 from 4:30 - 6:00 pm.

Admission: $60, all materials included.

Instructor: Bonnie Gale

Intergenerational Quilting, for all ages

"Cathedral of the Pines" - Learn the art of quilting while making a majestic "Pine Tree" pattern quilt. Create special nature effects with fabric. Learn about other classic tree blocks and quilts as well. Create one tree block or collect a forest. All levels of experience welcome. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesdays through December 13 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm.

Cost: $6 per class, all materials provided.

Instructors: Terry Keller, Peggy Lane and Ingrid Rogler

Introduction to Glass Fusing, age 18 and up

This class will be a very basic introduction to the process of small-piece fused glass work. Each student will create a fused glass item which will be finished, polished and wire wrapped. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Mondays, November 13 and 20 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $50, all materials provided.

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Jewelry for Kids, ages 8 and up

Design and create your own clay pendant! Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, October 25 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Cost: $10, includes all materials.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Metal Working Basic Jewelry (age 16 and up)

Students will learn how to use a jewelers saw, how to do basic metal cutting, filing and polishing. Metals used will be copper and sterling silver. Each student will create a pendant.

Monday, November 6 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $35, all materials provided.

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Mixed Media, ages 5 - 8

A new artist will be introduced each week as students learn about famous artists and create their own works using materials including clay, tempera, charcoal, pastels, etc. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Fridays from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Session 1 - September 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6. Session 2 - October 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3. Session 3 - November 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8.

Cost: $35 for four classes, all materials included.

Instructor: Amy Colley, M.F.A.

Mommy & Me Mixed Media, ages 3 and 4

Young artists and their moms, dads or grandparents will create works of art using an assortment of materials including clay, tempera, watercolor and collage. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Fridays from 10:30 - 11:15 am. Session 1 - September 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6. Session 2 - October 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3. Session 3 - November 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8.

Cost: $30 for each series of 4 classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley, M.F.A.

Mosaic Design, age 13 to adult

Learn basic techniques as you create and assemble your own mosaic design using ceramic tile. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Mondays and Tuesdays, December 4, 5, 11 & 12 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Cost: $50 for four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley, M.F.A.

Open Studio for Painting, Drawing & Pottery

Students of all ages and levels of experience will have the opportunity to work at their own pace and medium of their choice with instructor Steve Colley. A model will be provided for an additional fee if the group chooses. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Session 1 - September 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3. Session 2 - October 10, 17, 24, 31. Session 3 - November 7, 14, 21, 28.

Cost: $50 for each series of four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley, B.F.A., M.F.A.

Painting on Glass - Hurricane Globes, age 16 to adult

Learn how to decoratively paint a Christmas design on a hurricane globe for floating candles. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, November 15 at 7:00 pm.

Cost: $15, materials are provided.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Painting on Glass - Ornaments, age 16 to adult

Learn decorative painting techniques as you paint three ornaments. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesday, November 8 at 7:00 pm.

Cost: $15, materials are provided.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Pottery & Sculpture for Kids, ages 9 -12

Students will learn hand building techniques (coil and slab construction), glazing techniques and experience using potter's wheels. Call the Dietrich Theater at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursdays, October 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm.

Cost: $35, all materials included.

Instructor: Steve Colley

Pottery & Sculpture, ages 13 to adult

This class is designed for students of all levels of experience. Students will work on pottery wheels and learn hand building and sculpture techniques. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Mondays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Session 1 - September 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2. Session 2 - October 9, 16, 23, 30. Session 3 - November 6, 13, 20, 27.

Cost: $50 for each series of four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley, B.F.A., M.F.A.

Preschool Art, ages 4 and 5

Preschool studens will be introduced to a famous artist each week as they explore a variety of materials such as clay, tempera, watercolors, collage, etc. Call the Dietrich Theater at 570-996-1500 to register.

Thursday from noon - 12:45 pm. Session 2 - October 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2. Session 3 - November 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7.

Cost: $30 for a series of four classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley

Quilting for Kids, ages 6 and up

"Flock with Us" - While geese fly south, flock with us as we make classic "Flying Geese" quilts. Students will learn about design as they artfully mix colorful old time fabrics with ones from today, and learn basic quilting techniques from piecing to embellishing, to binding a quilt. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500 to register.

Wednesdays through December 13 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm

Cost: $6.00 per lesson, materials included.

Instructors: Ingrid Rogler, Terry Keller and Peggy Lane

Square Dancing, for all ages

Beginner and experienced square dancers are invited to come out and learn how to square dance with local square dancing caller Roger Furman. No experience is required. Call 570-996-1500 to register.

Fridays, October 6, 13, 20, 27 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Admission is free.

Instructor: Roger Furman

Stenciling on Fabric, age 16 to adult

Learn the techniques of stenciling on fabric. Students are asked to bring the fabric of their choice to stencil on. It could be a table runner, sweatshirt, etc. Students will go home with a stencil.

Monday, October 16 at 7:00 pm.

Admission is $20.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Willow Basketry for Adults, age 13 and up

Using basket willos and traditional techniques, students will make two different baskets over the next 6 sessions. The Danish Fruit Basket is made using a cardboard template and the base is the last thing to be woven. The Thanksgiving Bread basket will be ready for your Thanksgiving serving needs. Call the Dietrich at 570-996-1500.

Thursdays, October 5, 12, 19, 26 Nov. 2, 9 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.

Admission is $100, materials provided.

Instructor: Bonnie Gale

Writers' Group

Come and read your work or listen and be inspired. Learn the craft of writing as you write. All genres and levels of writing are welcome.

Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Meeting are ongoing.

Admission is free.

group format - no instructor

Yoga for You

Accomodations will be made for beginners, experienced practitioners, and those with special needs. Call 570-996-1500 to confirm dates. Please bring yoga mat or beach towel.

Wednesdays & Saturdays, 10:00 am - 11:00 am, Call 570-996-1500 for class dates.

Cost: $10 per lesson. Children are free.

Instructors: Melissa Russo & Mary Frances Giordano: Certified Hatha Yoga Instructors