At The Dietrich

By
Hildy Morgan

Oh my goodness! What a night it was! The Evans was chock full of movie folks and they had come for a good time. Mrs. Henderson Presents did not disappoint. What a glorious film. Judy Densch simply has one of the most beautiful and expressive faces God ever fashioned. For those of you who haven’t seen it yet, make sure you catch it before it’s gone. Sure, it’ll be out in video in the blink of an eye, but seeing it in your living room on a little screen will not do this picture justice. The costuming and sets cry out for the majesty of the movie theater and the story needs to be seen with a crowd who will laugh and cry with you as the story movies on. It’s a movie that stays with you and you think about for many days afterward. Don’t miss this gem while it’s here.

Oh, yeah. The opening night. So after Mrs. Henderson, we had the totally gorgeous and super delicious desserts by Epicurian Delight. Each year it seems they only get better. And this year they added the most delicious fresh fruit. It was all so good and so beautiful! Honestly, their food is a treat for the senses - - it looks magnificent and it tastes divine!

After everyone was sated on desserts we played the mellow Neil Young’s Heart of Gold. For those who love his music (and who doesn’t?) it’s simply a recording of the making of the Prairie Wind album. Simple and straightforward, it is a mix of familiar Neil Young songs and new ones. It’s lovely. Simply lovely.

So what other films should you see? I’ll tell you my favorites so far. Believe it or not, at the top of my list is the little movie from New Zealand, The World’s Fastest Indian, starring Sir Anthony Hopkins. Oh, my oh my. This is one of those sweet little gems of a movie that is simply perfect. And believe me, you don’t have to give a hang about motorcycles to love this one. Hopkins performance is so fine and the story is so touching and wildly triumphant that it packs a wallop way beyond the size of the film. It is a must-see. Honest. (And thank you Jay and Keith for putting me onto this movie - - I would never have booked it if you hadn’t called my attention to it.)

I liked Why We Fight a lot, although it is very discouraging to say the least. It harkens back to Dwight Eisenhower’s final speech as President when he warned the nation about the emerging military-industrial complex. His words were prophetic and the film is frightening as it shows a tangled web between huge companies and politicians (of both parties). It’s a fine film to see, although it leaves you wondering what to do…what to do.

Those were my favorites so far. I’m looking forward to Cache and Sophie Scholl. Our Stephen said that Ballet Russes is simply wondrous, and I hope to see that at its next showing. He said it is a gorgeous, gorgeous film and that he saw many of those dancers when he was a child. For those who love the ballet, now is your chance to see this wistful tip of the hat to a time that was and is no more.

Attendance has been fabulous! We are thrilled. You never know how these odd little films will be accepted, but the crowds have been excellent. And our new computerized ticketing machine has been phenomenal! It allows you to buy tickets in advance for any show at any time, so you can buy for three films that day and not have to come back to the ticket booth for every film. Cool, hmmm?

On May 5 we open Mission Impossible 3 and Hoot. Hoot is from the book by one of my favorite authors in the world, Carl Hiasson. It’s for kids and it’s about the environment and just a generally good movie. Be sure to set aside some time to bring your eight or nine year olds through maybe their early teens to see this movie. It will give you lots to talk about with them.

One week of festival left. Come see these grand movies while you can. They’re sooooo good!

See you at the Dietrich!

Live at The Dietrich

By
Erica Rogler

Our first lecture in the Art Through the Ages Seminar was fabulous. Ed McMullen’s excitement about the arts is contagious. This series brings ancient art to life. I am looking forward to tonight’s talk about “The Great Awakening (Empires Ascendant)”, a discussion of Ancient Greek, Etruscan, Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine and Islamic Art. Images will include the Parthenon, Winged Victory, Mosaics, Taj Mahal, and Colosseum. etc. As one of last weeks participants said, art history is much more fun when you don’t have to take notes. Admission is $5.00. For more information about this series, call the Dietrich at 996-1500.

Last Thursday we had a great turn out for our two Tom Knight Puppet Shows. We presented these shows in celebration of April: The Month of the Young Child. Almost 400 children and families came out to dance and sing along with Tom Knight and his puppets. Besides offering live entertainment for little ones, the Dietrich offers Mommy & Me Mixed Media and Preschool Art classes, which cater to their developmental level. This is a great introduction into to arts. Students work with watercolor, collage, pottery and sculpture, and more. Instructor, Amy Colley has a way of bringing out the creativity in all of her students. Their artwork in our “Art for Us” exhibit is so colorful and cheerful. Classes start during the first week in May, admission is $25. Call the theater for more information.

We are now approaching the second week of the Dietrich’s Spring 2006 film festival and there are still many movies I hope to catch. I plan on attending the first showing of The White Countess this Saturday night. For your convenience, festival movie times are available on our website www.dietrichtheater.com.

Our next Drumming Workshop will be held next Saturday night, May 6th at 7:00 pm. Master Drummer, Maxwell Kofi will lead the group in the basics of African Drumming. This class is great for teens and adults. Each participant has a drum to use. It is amazing to hear how when simple rhythms are combined they make beautiful and intricate songs. Admission is $25.00 per person. Call the theater at 996-1500 to preregister.

And jewelry classes are coming up next month. We are offering quite a variety from metal working to glass fusing to beadwork! Now is the time to sign up.

More than the Movies at the Dietrich Theater

2006: A Space Odyssey: Theater & Visual Arts Camp

Theater and visual arts combine to make an awesome space adventure! Learn all about outer space, aliens, planets, and intergalactic travel while creating stories, live theater, arts, crafts and so much more! For ages 5 -12.

Monday - Friday, June 19 - 23 from 10:00 am - noon.

Cost: $50, all materials provided.

Instructor: Michaela Moore & Amy Colley

All About Drawing Camp, ages 8 -12.

Using the artwork in award winning children's books as examples, students will learn about basic concepts of drawing including Line, Shape, Texture, Value, Color and Space.

Monday - Friday, July 10 - 14 from 10:00 - 11:30 am.

Cost: $50 all materials provided.

Instructors: Amy & Steve Colley

Beads and Memory Wire Bracelets (age 16 and up)

Complete a memory wire bead bracelet in one class. The bracelet will have large gem beads, medium gem beads, small gem beads and sterling silver spacer beads.

Thursday, May 18th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $25, all materials provided.

Instructor: Jeanne Browning

Decorative Painting, ages 13 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.

Wednesdays from noon - 3:00 pm through August 31.

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

Instructor: Eileen Balboa

Digital Arts Camp, ages 8 -12

Claymation, Robotics, and Special Effects.

Monday - Friday, June 26 - June 30 from 2:00 - 4:30 pm.

Cost: $50, all materials provided.

Instructor: Rand Whipple, Box of Light Theatre

Drumming Workshop for Adults, age 13 and up

Maxwell will lead the group in an amazing, interactive experience where African rhythms are incorporated into fantastical group songs. All that is needed is a desire to drum. Space is limited. Call 570-996-1500 to reserve.

Saturday, May 6th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $25 per workshop.

Instructor: Maxwell Kofi Donkor, Master Drummer.

Everhart Ancient Art Explorations

Explore the art of ancient Greece and Rome, ancient Egypt, Cave Art, & Babylonian Art.

Mondays, July 10, 17, 24, 31. Ages 5 - 8: 10:00 - 11:00 am. Ages 9 - 12: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.

Admission is free.

Instructor: Everhart Museum Staff

Fantasy, Fairy Tales & Beasts: Theater & Visual Arts Camp

This camp is all about ancient gods, wonderful tales and fantastical beasts. Children enrolled will learn about all sorts of cultures and myths and use that knowledge to create wonderful dramatic and visual works of art!

Monday - Friday, August 7 - 11 from 10:00 am - noon.

Cost: $50, all materials provided.

Instructor: Amy Colley & Michaela Moore

Golden Days of Radio Players 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".

Tuesdays, April 4 - May 23 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Admission is free.

Instructor: Valerie Paulus

Intergenerational Quilting, for all ages

"String Quilting" - Making something out of nothing while exploring this ancient art form. Since we will be working in miniature, the string pieces will be prepared by the teachers. Learn its history while stitch and see other string quilts.

Wednesdays April 5 - May 31 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm.

Cost: $6 per lesson, all materials provided.

Instructors: Ingrid Rogler and Peggy Lane

Introduction to Acting Camp, ages 6 -11

A fun and creative introduction to all that acting is!

Monday - Friday, July 31 - August 4 from 2:00 - 3:30 pm.

Admission is $50, all materials provided.

Instructor: Michaela Moore, All About Theatre.

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 that can then be used as a pendant.

Monday, May 8th from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.

Cost: $25, all materials provided.

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Making Cards, age 8 and up

Make creative cards for Mother's Day, Father's Day or any other special occasion.

Tuesday, May 9 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm.

Cost: $6.

Instructor: Sarah Sidorek

Metal Working Basic Jewelry (ages 16 and up)

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

Monday, May 1st from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $45, all materials provided.

Instructor: Esther Harmatz

Mixed Media, ages 5 -12

A new artist will be introduced each week as students learn about famous artist and create their own works using materils including clay, tempera, charcoal, pastels, etc.

Fridays, 4:00 - 5:30 pm, Series 1 - April 7, 14, 21, 28. Series 2 - May 5, 12, 19, 26.

Cost: $30 for each series of four classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley, M.F.A.

Mommy & Me Mixed Media

For 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.

Fridays, 10:30 - 11:15 am, May 5, 12, 19, 26.

Cost: $25

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

Move Over Mr. Spieberg: Digital Film Making Workshop

Learn how to create your own digital films using a digital camera and a computer. Using everything from clay actors to human ones, the class will shoot, edit, score and output several short films in the course of the week. For ages 13 to adult.

Monday - Friday, June 26 - June 30 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm.

Cost: $50, all materials provided.

Instructor: Rand Whipple, Box of Light Theatre

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.

Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Series 2 - May 2, 9, 16, 23. Series 3 - June 6, 13, 20, 27. Series 4 - July 11, 18, 25, August 1. Series 5 - August 8, 15, 22, 29.

Cost: $45 for each series of four classes.

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

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.

Mondays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Series 2 - May 1, 8, 15, 22. Series 3 - June 5, 12, 19, 26. Series 4 - July 10, 17, 24, 31. Series 5 - August 7, 14, 21, 28.

Cost: $45 for each series of four classes.

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

Preschool Art - Summer

Preschool students will be introduced to a famous artist each week as they explore a variety of materials such as clay, tempera, watercolors, collage, etc.

Thursdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 from 10:30 - 11:15 am.

Cost: $25 for each series of 4 classes.

Instructor: Amy Colley, M.F.A.

Preschool Art, ages 4 and 5

Preschool students will be introduced to a famous artist each week as they explore a variety of materials such as clay, tempera, watercolors, collage, etc.

Thursdays, noon - 12:45 pm, May 4, 11, 18, 25.

Cost: $25

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

Quilting for Kids, ages 6 and up

"Mystery Puzzle" - Discover design possibilities while learning how to sew. Students will then have the opportunity to embellish their finished quilts with beautiful beads.

Wednesdays, April 5 - May 31 from 3:30 - 5:00 pm.

Cost: $6 per lesson, all materials provided.

Instructors: Ingrid Rogler, Gloria Eastwood, Terri Keller, Mary Louise Dodge

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.

Mondays, 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