The Takoma Ensemble to Present Concert Exploring Themes of Immigration
by Julie Musbach - Jan 21, 2017
The Takoma Ensemble, a classical string orchestra, will offer a concert exploring the theme of immigration Saturday, January 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 633 Sligo Ave., Silver Spring. The concert, co-sponsored by CASA, is entitled The Golden Door: Music Without Borders, and will be led by Artistic Director and Conductor Victoria Gau. The concert will feature several works by American immigrants, beginning with a solo performance by Billboard winner Lilo Gonzalez. Other selections include Divertimento for Strings by Bela Bartok, Hungarian immigrant to the United States, and the world premiere of Beside the Golden Door, by Kim and Kathryn Kluge (Kim is the son of immigrants). The concert will include Within Her Arms, composed by Grammy nominee Anna Clyne, and Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5, written by Brazilian Heitor Villa-Lobos, the most famous South American composer of all time. Spanish commentary will be provided by Lindolfo Carballo, of CASA, and English commentary will be provided by Gau, and the performance will be followed by a Q&A and reception. Tickets are $10-$25 (kids 16 and under are free) and are available at takomaensemble.org. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to CASA. More information is available at 240-463-3695.
Japan Society Presents A TRIBUTE TO DONALD RICHIE (1924-2013), PART 2, Beg. Today
by Movies News Desk - Mar 13, 2014
This spring Japan Society continues to honor the late Donald Richie, whose criticism, commentary and advocacy contributed incomparably toward making Japanese art and culture, especially its cinema, revered throughout the world. As the second and final leg of the ongoing series, again curated by noted film scholar Kyoko Hirano, A Tribute to Donald Richie (1924-2013), Part 2: Richie's Electric Eight: The Bold & the Daring encompasses eight films that reflect the complexity, nuance, and brilliance of Japanese society, as seen through Richie's unflinching and insatiable eye.
Japan Society to Present A TRIBUTE TO DONALD RICHIE (1924-2013), PART 2, Beg. 3/13
by Diana Heisroth - Feb 26, 2014
This spring Japan Society continues to honor the late Donald Richie, whose criticism, commentary and advocacy contributed incomparably toward making Japanese art and culture, especially its cinema, revered throughout the world. As the second and final leg of the ongoing series, again curated by noted film scholar Kyoko Hirano, A Tribute to Donald Richie (1924-2013), Part 2: Richie's Electric Eight: The Bold & the Daring encompasses eight films that reflect the complexity, nuance, and brilliance of Japanese society, as seen through Richie's unflinching and insatiable eye.
Author Richard Weathers Highlights the Importance of God's Love in New Book
by Robert Diamond - Sep 28, 2013
The Christian walk will not be easy. People will have to call others closed-minded, a bigot, someone who will not tolerate other religious ways to heaven. Others will think that they are right and everyone else is wrong. 'Time is Up' by Dr. Richard Weathers, however, debunks these beliefs and strongly affirms that Jesus is the only way; it is either heaven with him or hell without him.
Walt Disney Parks Celebrates 60 Years of Imagineering at Disney's D23 Expo Today
by Movies News Desk - Aug 9, 2013
In honor of the 60th anniversary of Walt Disney Imagineering and the origins of Disney Parks and Resorts, Imagineering is hosting an 'open house' at the D23 Expo, today, August 9-11, opening the doors of its unique facilities and offering an unprecedented look at its creative processes-all on the floor of the Anaheim Convention Center. In addition, Imagineers past and present will host an entire day of panel discussions on Sunday, August 11, celebrating their 60 magical years of 'dreaming and doing.'
Terra Foundation For American Art Presents Free Two-Day, Two-City Symposium 6/19-20
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2009
To many, modern art means post-1940s abstraction. Yet American modernism got its start decades earlier and took several forms. The Terra Foundation for American Art, Milwaukee Art Museum and the American Decorative Art 1900 Foundation are convening a free two-day, two-city symposium, ?What?s Modern about American Art, 1900 ?1930?? on June 19 (Chicago) and June 20 (Milwaukee). The symposium explores modernism as expressed in American painting and design from 1900 to 1930. Free registration is required, and includes free round-trip transportation between Chicago and Milwaukee for the June 20 programming. For more information and to register, visit www.terraamericanart.org/modernism-symposium or call (312) 654-2278.
Terra Foundation For American Art Presents Free Two-Day, Two-City Symposium 6/19-20
by Reynard Loki - Jun 15, 2009
To many, modern art means post-1940s abstraction. Yet American modernism got its start decades earlier and took several forms. The Terra Foundation for American Art, Milwaukee Art Museum and the American Decorative Art 1900 Foundation are convening a free two-day, two-city symposium, ?What?s Modern about American Art, 1900 ?1930?? on June 19 (Chicago) and June 20 (Milwaukee). The symposium explores modernism as expressed in American painting and design from 1900 to 1930. Free registration is required, and includes free round-trip transportation between Chicago and Milwaukee for the June 20 programming. For more information and to register, visit www.terraamericanart.org/modernism-symposium or call (312) 654-2278.
Disney Launches First Official Fan Organization 'D23'
by Eddie Varley - Mar 10, 2009
Disney announced today the launch of D23, the first official community for Disney fans in the Company's 85-year history. Through D23, fans will go backstage and behind closed doors to get the inside scoop from every part of Disney, while experiencing the nostalgia, adventure and fantasy of Disney as never before.