Artsminded: Classic tale rings true in modern times
“A horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse” — so uttered a desperate king in the Shakespearean tragedy entitled “Richard III”.By: Phyllis Goldin, columnist, River Falls Journal
“A horse, a horse, my kingdom for a horse” — so uttered a desperate king in the Shakespearean tragedy entitled “Richard III”.
The recent UW-River Falls theatre performances, true to Shakespearean language but staged in contemporary dress in the seat of modern government, captured the inevitability of tragedy when power and authoritarianism create conditions for their own demise.
For those of us fortunate enough to attend it was a well presented cautionary tale, at once classic and immediate. Admission was gratis. What a gift!
Speaking of gifts, last Saturday night the River Falls Community Arts Base celebrated its 17th Annual Spring Gala.
With the Jazz Age brought alive by tuxedos and flapper attire it was a cool and colorful event indeed! People danced the night away as fine art, music and food provided a constant sense of creative abundance.
A community party the likes of this one is rare. Importantly, it also serves as a major fund raiser and member recruitment event for CAB, the premier, all volunteer arts organization in our area.
Thanks to all who came and thanks, CAB, for another fine Gala. If you weren’t there, make a note to come to the 18th annual event next spring. CAB welcomes your membership which, incidentally, will give you a nice discount on future Gala tickets as well as other excellent premiums.
Contact 715-425-7645 ext. 2109 or www.riverfallscab.org/. See A section for photos of the gala.
I’d be remiss not to mention the many fine concerts, senior and faculty recitals that have graced Abbott Concert Hall and the Falcon’s Nest on the UW-RF campus almost daily for weeks.
The most culturally dense period of the year here in western Wisconsin is winding down. However, through the summer there are exciting concert series and other happenings to look forward to.
In the weeks ahead stay tuned for specifics in this column.
“Spring is sprung, The grass is riz, When and where the culture is?”
Events and Opportunities in our region:
n Continuing with closing reception Sunday, May 6, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Annual Area High School Art Exhibition and Annual Area High School Art Teachers Exhibition at The Phipps Center for the Arts, 109 Locust, Hudson. For more information about the many exhibitions, plays, concerts and classes visit www.ThePhipps.org or call 715-386-8409.
--Continuing through May 25, All School Art Show (overflows with creativity) at River Falls Public Library, Main and Union.
--Thursday, May 3, 7 p.m., Wisconsin poet laureate, Bruce Dethlefsen, will read from and sign his newest volume, “Unexpected Shiny Things”. He invites poets to share the stage at an open-mic following his reading. River Falls Library, Main and Union.
--Friday, May 4, 5 to 9 p.m., First Friday artists exhibitions and receptions at Seasons on St. Croix, 310 2nd St., and at Kelley Gallery, 512 2nd St., Hudson.
--Throughout the month of May artZ Gallery in Amery, will have a variety of events. For more information visit --Saturday and Sunday, May 5 and 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2012 artOPENer: The St. Croix Valley Studio Tour features ten artists at ten sites in eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. For more information visit www.artopener.com. --Saturday and Sunday, May 5 and 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Ninth Annual Creative Drive features sixty artists at four sites in rural western Wisconsin plus music and food. For more information visit www.thecreativedrive.com. --Monday, May 7, 7 p.m., St. Croix Valley Symphony Orchestra presents “Strings Unite” at Hudson High School Auditorium. For more information visit www.scvsymphony.org. --Tuesday, May 8, 7 p.m., Film Showcase at UWRF University Center, Falcon’s Nest. --Friday, May 11, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., opening reception and artist exhibition at Gallery 120, 120 North Main Street, River Falls. Sponsored by Global M.A.D.E. and Interior Concepts. --Friday - Sunday, May 11 - 13 St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour celebrates twenty years. For more information visit www.minnesotapotters.com. --Saturday, May 19, 1 p.m., Hammond Arts Alliance presents a Vintage Fashion Show at the Hammond Community Library, 850 Davis St., Hammond, Adults $5, children free. Vintage attire encouraged. For more information email lupine.anderson@gmail.com. --Pottery classes for age eight to adult at Kinnickinnic Clayworks at 127 N. Main St., River Falls. For more information call 715-222-4035 or visit www.kinniclay.com. --Saturday, May 5, 4:30 p.m., Student Recital, Pianist, Jessica Johnston --Saturday, May 5, 7:30 p.m., Student Recital, Pianist, Samantha Dusek --Sunday, May 6, 3 p.m., Piano Ensemble Concert --Sunday, May 6, 7:30 p.m., Student Recital, Saxophonist, David Herdan --Tuesday, May 8, 7:30 p.m., Student Recital, Trombonist, Tim Mills Live music at many River Falls restaurants and bars. Pick up a free copy of What’s Playing for more offerings in Wisconsin.
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