At The Dietrich

By
Hildy Morgan

So the next five days are going to be pretty cool here what with four movies for you to choose from, and then on Wednesday, August 11, we are opening a sequel to one of our favorite movies ever – “ The Princess Diaries, 2”.

Of course, we have “The Village” for another couple of weeks. I have to see it this week, but everyone who has seen it has just loved it. I think it’s really, really scary, but then has a great ending. M. Night Shyamalan has always said that he would never make a movie his mother couldn’t see, and he has held to that. People actually come out feeling good! I think sort of the way we felt after “Signs”. “Signs” was sad and a little scary, but at the end you just were so glad you’d seen it.

We’re keeping Garfield for one more weekend. It sold out both shows last week, so come early. We can only have it for two more days.

Then we have “The Notebook”. See, ladies? I told you we’d bring in a chick-flick for you. And guys – you come to the movies with your wives if they ask, now. Think of all the shoot-‘em-ups they’ve come with you to see. This is a terrific movie for those who love a good cry or just a wonderful love story. And it stars one of the grand old men of film, James Garner and the very lovely Gena Rowlands. It’s done very well at the box office, so come give it a try.

Then we have “America’s Heart and Soul” which has been described as the “anti-Fahrenheit” film. It’s a wonderful series of vignettes which tell us that the United States of America is one heck of a good place to live. Well, redally, there are some of us who knew that already! But give this a try. It’s good, clean family fun and it has garnered some very good reviews.

But remember that because Princess Diaries 2 opens on Wednesday. Garfield, The Notebook and America’s Heart and Soul will only be with us for five (5) days! So, you have to catch them soon.

Okay. Here is the list of festival films, and I will tell you all about them in the upcoming weeks. Here they are by title only.

Bon Voyage, Coffee and Cigarettes, Lost Boys of the Sudan, The Return, Spring Summer Winter Fall, Seducing Dr. Lewis, Story of the Weeping Camel, Control Room, Valentin, Goodbye Lenin, The Battle of Algiers, Super Size Me, Twilight Samurai, I’m Not Scared, Strayed, and Since Otar Left.

What do you think? A pretty terrific line-up, wouldn’t you say? So, make sure you put aside time during those two weeks to see the finest the world of indie and foreign films has to offer.

Isn’t this so much fun?

See you at the Dietrich!

Live at The Dietrich

By
Hildy Morgan

Okay, since I write this I’m going to start out telling you about the thing I like the most. The film festival, of course. The tickets for the opening night are printed. You can call 996-1500 (that’s Margie’s number) and reserve your seats with either Visa or Mastercard or, of course, you can send a check or come to the theater itself. But here’s the thing. We turned away nearly a hundred people for the spring festival opening night, so you really, really don’t want to delay. The date is September 10th. The time? From 6:00 til??? We will have a “taste of the town” with many local restaurants donating wonderful finger foods for your tasting pleasure. One of the things that I think is so cool about the festival is that it isn’t just about the films, but about the local restaurants, too. They get to show off with a particularly tasty little item and for many people that might be the first time they’ve eaten anything from that restaurant. So, it’s a terrific little ad for the restaurants and it’s just wonderful for us. The festival crowd is unique in that many times they will come to every movie we are showing that day (or four out of five) and they will grab a bite to eat in town. So it’s a great way for a restaurant to introduce themselves to an entirely new audience.

The tickets this year will be $25.00 apiece and that will cover food and drink (both soft and wine) and two films. We decided to start the festival with “Bon Voyage” and “Coffee and Cigarettes”, both of which are outstanding and fun films. We hope to have a speaker that night. We almost had our Jeffrey, but he will be at the Toronto festival. That’s okay. We hope to rope him in for the spring. But we have some ideas for a terrific speaker or two – and if we don’t have one, well we’ll just have to find solace in great food and films.

So, the Intergenerational art camp was soooo successful that we’re doing it one more time. And look, if the kids want to take it but you just don’t have the time to do the intergenerational thing, that’s okay. Really. Just drop the kids off and they’ll still have a great time. And they can borrow another generation from the folks there. After all, nobody said you had to be intergenerationally related! The camp runs from August 23 – 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with Amy Colley as instructor. It includes pottery, sculpture, drawing and painting. Just about anything your little heart desires!

Now if you are just dying to know what Margie and Erica have planned for your artistic edification for the fall and the holidays, the new brochures will be here at the theater by late next week. Among other so exciting things, a puppet show will be here for “Christmas In Your Home Town” doing a puppety rendition of “The Velveteen Rabbit”. Does that sound just wonderful, or what?

So, that’s it on the cultural side. Remember, “Princess Diaries Two” opens today. It stars Julie Andrews among others and is a lovely family film. Come see it. You’ll like it. That’s a promise!

See you at the Dietrich!

More than the Movies at the Dietrich Theater

Art Class for Preschoolers - Mondays

These aspiring young artists will have the opportunity to experiment in a variety of materials such as clay, collage and tempra to create their unique works of art.

Mondays, 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. Session 1 -September 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4. Session 2 - October 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1. Session 3 - November 8, 15, Dec. 6, 13.

Cost: $25 for each series of four classes

Instructor: Amy Colley

Art Class for Preschoolers - Thursdays

These aspiring young artists will have the opportunity to experiment in a variety of materials such as clay, collage and tempra to create their unique works of art.

Thursdays, 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. Session 1 - September 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7. Session 2 - October 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4. Session 3 - November 11, 18, Dec. 2, 9.

Cost: $25 for each series of four classes

Instructor: Amy Colley

Basic Jewelry I

Participants will learn beginner metal work - saw, shape, & polish. Work with brass and sterling silver. No soldering. Students will have a sterling charm and a pair of earrings at class end.

Tuesday, November 10th, 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Cost: $40 including jewelry making kit

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Basic Jewelry II

Participants will fabricate a bracelet and learn to attach findings, bend wire, make jump rings, and various bead placement techniques. Sterling wire, attachments and an assortment of beads included.

Tuesday, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, November 17th

Cost: $40 including jewelry making kit

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Bead Knotting, ages 13 and up

During this class, you will learn the ancient art of knotting between beads and how to attach sterling bead tips and sterling clasps. Your kit will include beads and everything needed to make a necklace.

Tuesday, October 26th, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Cost: $35 includes bead knotting kit

Instructor: Jeanne Browning

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 November 17 noon - 3:00 p.m.

Cost: $15 per session plus cost of painting surface.

Instructor: Eileen Balboa

Dietrich Theater Writer's Group

Love to Write? Join at any time. Group focuses on pop -ficton.

Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm, September 2 through December 2

Free!

Dietrich Theater Writer's Group members

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. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.

Cost: $40 for all four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley

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 galore!

Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., October 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2.

FREE!

Instructor: Everhart Museum Staff

Fun for Tots: Stories and Songs for 3 - 5 year olds

Enjoy stories and songs with Mary Baker. Children must be accompanied by parents or care givers.

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., October 7, 14, 21, 28.

FREE!

Mary Baker, singer and storyteller

Golden Days of Radio Players Group

Come back with us to those thrilling dats 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 570-996-1500 for more information.

Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, October 5th - November 16th

Free!

Valerie Paulis

Holiday Camp

Young artists will become familiar with the self portraits and symbolism of Frida Kahlo, the expressive paintings of Vincent Van Gogh, and the genius of sculptor and painter, Leonardo Da Vinci, by exploring a variety of mediums as they create their own masterpieces.

Monday - Wednesday, December 27, 28, 29, Ages 6 -8: 9 am - 10:30 am; Ages 9 - 12: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Cost: $30

Amy Colley

Holiday Workshop, for all ages

Get into the holiday spirit! A morning of cookie decorating, wreath making, holiday crafts, and creations by the balloon lady. Fun for all ages.

Saturday, December 11th at 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Free

Dietrich Theater

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

Introduction to Acting, ages 11 - 17

This class will focus on the technique of acting with a performance at the end of the class. Students will learn about storytelling and the basic techniques of acting including voice, body, mind and imagination. Students of all experience levels will be accomodated.

Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., September 28 - November 16

Cost: $60 for all 8 sessions

Instructor: Michaela Moore

Introduction to Genealogy

In this class, students will learn how to get started, what web sites to use, and how to do a pedigree and family group sheet. Participants will also receive a free genealogy computer program. Bring names, dates and stories of your ancestors. Genealogy is like an apple, take one bite at a time.

Saturday, September 18, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $10 per person

Instructor: Nancy Aiello, Director of Clarks Summit Family History Center

Mixed Media, ages 5 - 8

Give your child the opportunity to explore their creativity through charcoal and pencil, watercolors and clay while learning about proportion and perspective.

Fridays, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, Session 1 - September 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8. Session 2 - October 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5. Session 3 - November 12, 19, Dec. 3, 10.

Cost: $25 for each series of four classes

Amy Colley

Mixed Media, Ages 9-12

Give your child the opportunity to explore their creativity through charcoal and pencil, watercolors and clay while learning about proportion and perspective.

Mondays, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, Session 1 - September 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4. Session 2 - October 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1. Session 3 - November 8, 15, Dec. 6, 13.

$25 for eac series of four classes

Instructor: Steve Colley

Mixed Media/ Portfolio Prep for Adults, ages 13 and up

This class is a great opportunity for students to build a diverse portfolio as you draw, paint and create pottery & sculpture. Even if you are not planning a portfolio, you will be able to experience art using a variety of materials and learn new techniques.

Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., 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: $40 for each series of four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley

Poetic Challenges - The Practice of Poetry

This workshop will include a variety of poetic forms, theories about the creative process, vocabulary expansion exercises, and tips on revision and critique. We will read and share our work with one another in an effort to improve. It is a goal to keep your writing mind (and hand) challenged. New and returning work shoppers are welcome.

Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., September 7, 14, 21, 28.

Cost: $40

Instructor: Jennifer Hill Kaucher

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. August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.

Cost: $40 for all four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley

Pottery and Sculpture for Adults, ages 13 and up

In this class, 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 welcome. Individualized instruction.

Mondays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Session 1 - September 13, 20 , 27, Oct. 4. Session 2 - October 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1. Session 3 - November 8, 15, Dec. 6, 13.

Cost: $40 for each series of four classes.

Instructor: Steve Colley

Quilting for Kids, ages 6 and up

Kaleidoscope Magic - Have you ever marveled over a kaleidoscope? Each slight turn creates an amazing design. We will teach you how to capture all this in a quilt. Bring your imagination...we'll supply the rest.

Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., September 15 to December 15.

Cost: $6 per class

Instructors: Ingrid Rogler/ Gloria Eastwood

Yoga for You

Accommodations will be made for beginners, experienced practitioners, and those with special needs. Ages 9 to adult. Classes will be ongoing in October through December. Call (570)-996-1500 for exact dates.

Wednesdays, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. - August 4 and 11. September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.

Cost: Adults $10 per session or $45 for 5 classes, children free.

Presented by Melissa Russo.