The Baird Newsletter 5 Mead St. South Orange, NJ 07079 973.378.7754 ext. 3 arts@southorange.org |
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Dear Friends,
January is a busy month for the arts at The Baird with art classes, an art exhibit, and a puppet performance.....Scroll down to get the full overview for programs for the whole family. Check out the website for classes offered and register today. It’s Happening at The Baird! |
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Pierro Gallery of South Orange
Photographic Quad
January 25-March 1 Opening Reception: January 25, 3:00-5:00 pm. This exhibition of alternative approaches to photography includes various processes and techniques creating different effects of NYC scenes (Ron Brown) ; large photomontage ‘paintings’ from riding subterranean trains (Marianne Fourie); revealing the possible emotional implications of inanimate objects through shape and juxtaposition (Eric Levin); and exploring the digital boundaries through colorful, exploding works (Stuart Tyson). Gallery hours: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 1-4 pm; also by appointment. All events are free. Wheelchair accessible, large print available. For more information click here.
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Penny Pretzel Playhouse
Fred Greenspan’s Punch's Magic Lamp
Saturday, January 24, 2:00 p.m.
A wonderful re-telling of "Aladdin and the Magic Lamp" except this time Mr. Punch plays the lead role with split your side comic results. Loosely based on the classic tale of Aladdin. Audiences will cheer Punch on as he struggles against the powers of the evil magician. The show includes many of the characters and routines found in Traditional Punch & Judy shows. All tickets $9.00. For more information click here.
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The Baird
Winter Session Classes
Art classes for the whole family!
Starting the week of January 4, The Baird is offering 10 week sessions for
Pre-K through adults. Over 30 classes are offered by professional artists that include printmaking, jewelry making, drawing, ballet, flamenco, guitar, and much, much more! Winter is the perfect time to re-kindle a passion or learn a new one...and The Baird offers an affordable, quality learning experience. For a complete listing and description or to register online click here.
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The Print Studio
The Print Studio is a professional facility containing an etching press and letter press for limited edition prints. Workshops and classes are taught in various printmaking methods throughout the year. The Studio is available for rent by individuals (certain conditions apply). Inquire at (973) 378-7754 x 3.
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Jazz at The Baird
Enjoy monthly concerts in an intimate, informal atmosphere. Meet and greet performers while having coffee and cake with neighbors. Past performers have included Grammy Award-winning artists. For this year’s performance schedule, check the website.
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Upcoming Events…… Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre Winter Fundraiser 2009 Sunday, February 8th, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Enjoy homemade soup, play games, see a depression-era cabaret performance by the company, win goodies at the silent auction. The Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Avenue, Summit, NJ. Bring a can of food and some pocket change for the Community Foodbank of New Jersey. Adults: $75, Children $25. For more information click here. |