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Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

In just three years the BACA Gallery in Branford has grown from a pop-up art shop to one of the largest and most visited art galleries on the Shoreline. All are invited to celebrate our 3rd anniversary and the opening of our all-new show featuring the work of 50 + artists and artisans, including painting, sculpture, prints, mixed media, ceramics, textiles/fiber arts, wood, jewelry, and more. Hosted by the Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) come meet the artists over light refreshments and live music. Free.

In just three years the BACA Gallery in Branford has grown from a pop-up art shop to one of the largest and most visited art galleries on the Connecticut Shoreline. All are invited to celebrate our 3rd anniversary and the opening of our all-new show featuring the work of 50 + artists and artisans, including painting, sculpture, prints, mixed media, ceramics, textiles/fiber arts, wood, jewelry, and more. Hosted by the Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance (BACA) come meet the artists over light refreshments and live music. Free.

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

In this workshop using locally gathered shells, stones, dried flowers and other natural materials learn the step-by-step process to create little fairy houses for your home or garden. It’s all in the details so be prepared to get your hands and clothes a bit dirty and sparkly!  Please, bring your own hot glue gun with plenty of sticks (at least 12) and your preferred gardening shears strong enough to cut sticks with the same diameter as a pencil. Instructor provides the natural materials and the base, but you are also welcome to bring a few of your favorite shells, rocks and other small keepsakes to add to your magical fairy house.

Along the quiet beaches of New England and wandering through the forest, Samantha Barlow-Beamer grew up closely with nature on her doorstep. It was during a trip to Monhegan Island off the coast of Maine when her creative inspiration for building fairy houses and designing jewelry really took off. Monhegan Island has one rule which five-year-old Samantha never forgot and still follows today: You must only make fairy houses with natural materials which have already fallen to the ground. So, for the next 30 years or so she did just that. At the bases of trees across the US and Costa Rica where she lived for a summer, Samantha built little fairy houses in the hopes to keep her childhood magic very much a part of her life. The one place she had trouble building fairy houses was in New York City where she lived and worked for ten years as a sales director for a UK based corporate consulting firm and later at a different consulting firm where she developed and launched a software integrated with AI. Trees are hard to come by in New York City, so she packed up her sticks and beads and moved back to the shoreline where she found her husband. Now with their two cats and their toddler, the family travels through New England gathering natural materials for her fairy houses and visiting antique stores searching for beads to repurpose for jewelry. Sometimes she gets very lucky when her aunts send her shells from tranquil Caribbean beaches and bark from their local forests; all of which get repurposed for her artwork. In addition to her loyal partnership with Spectrum Gallery who discovered her in 2023, Samantha will be featured in the 2024 Wee Faerie Village at The Florence Griswold Museum. Her art is designed to remind collectors of the beauty of nature and inspire them to continue to do what they can to preserve our incredible planet and respect our natural ecosystems.

In this workshop using locally gathered shells, stones, dried flowers and other natural materials learn the step-by-step process to create little fairy houses for your home or garden. It’s all in the details so be prepared to get your hands and clothes a bit dirty and sparkly!  Please, bring your own hot glue gun with plenty of sticks (at least 12) and your preferred gardening shears strong enough to cut sticks with the same diameter as a pencil. Instructor provides the natural materials and the base, but you are also welcome to bring a few of your favorite shells, rocks and other small keepsakes to add to your magical fairy house.

Along the quiet beaches of New England and wandering through the forest, Samantha Barlow-Beamer grew up closely with nature on her doorstep. It was during a trip to Monhegan Island off the coast of Maine when her creative inspiration for building fairy houses and designing jewelry really took off. Monhegan Island has one rule which five-year-old Samantha never forgot and still follows today: You must only make fairy houses with natural materials which have already fallen to the ground. So, for the next 30 years or so she did just that. At the bases of trees across the US and Costa Rica where she lived for a summer, Samantha built little fairy houses in the hopes to keep her childhood magic very much a part of her life. The one place she had trouble building fairy houses was in New York City where she lived and worked for ten years as a sales director for a UK based corporate consulting firm and later at a different consulting firm where she developed and launched a software integrated with AI. Trees are hard to come by in New York City, so she packed up her sticks and beads and moved back to the shoreline where she found her husband. Now with their two cats and their toddler, the family travels through New England gathering natural materials for her fairy houses and visiting antique stores searching for beads to repurpose for jewelry. Sometimes she gets very lucky when her aunts send her shells from tranquil Caribbean beaches and bark from their local forests; all of which get repurposed for her artwork. In addition to her loyal partnership with Spectrum Gallery who discovered her in 2023, Samantha will be featured in the 2024 Wee Faerie Village at The Florence Griswold Museum. Her art is designed to remind collectors of the beauty of nature and inspire them to continue to do what they can to preserve our incredible planet and respect our natural ecosystems.

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

**My Life in Watercolor Zoom Lecture** will tell the story of how I began my journey to becoming an artist, a teacher, and exhibiting my work in national juried exhibitions. I will talk about my early art education at the Carnegie Museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the influence of the Pittsburgh steel mills on my urban landscapes, and some of the major artists like John Singer Sargent, Vermeer, Jean August Ingres, and Winslow Homer who have influenced my art of the portrait and landscape. I will also share examples of my travel sketchbooks in France and Italy, highlights of my professional career as a gallery director and art educator and will present works from my portfolio of watercolors while sharing tips on painting portraits, landscapes and still life pieces. Jeanne Carol Potter's watercolors have been featured in _Splash: The Best of Watercolor_ and _Artist’s Magazine._ Jeanne currently teaches watercolor and drawing classes in Old Lyme, CT and is actively exhibiting in national juried exhibitions while creating new works in her studio _Atelier Jeanne. _ [https://www.jeannecarolpotter.com/](https://www.jeannecarolpotter.com) This event is in keeping with Madison Art Society's motto: Art reflects the values and needs of the community it serves. MAS’ purpose is to promote, sponsor and encourage excellence in the arts in our community, the schools and among its 250 members.   Please come join us and support your local artists and community! RSVP [Marianne@RTDTECH.com](http://rtdtech.com) by June 1, 2024, for both events. This lecture is open to the public. Those who RSVP will receive the Zoom link on the day before the Lecture (6/3/24) via e-mail from [Marianne@RTDTECH.com](http://rtdtech.com).

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

THE "ACTORS LAB"

Ages 18 & Up

Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm

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Spring Semester

 4/10/24 - 06/19/24

$375 per semester

Embark upon a thrilling journey of personal development through creative exploration this spring!

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Whether you are a seasoned acting pro who's looking to brush up on your skills or a newbie who's been longing to act we've got you covered! 

The NHAOPA "Actor's Lab" is a thrilling journey of creative exploration. 

In this dynamic class, you'll delve into a carefully crafted cross-section of acting techniques and practices that center on play and freeing yourself of the critical voice that holds you back from your potential. You will explore your body, voice, emotional reservoir, and other unique personal attributes as tools you can utilize on and off the stage.

The emphasis for spring session is on comedic and dramatic improvisation (Viola Spolin approach), movement and physicality (Viewpoints, Laban, LeCoq), scene work (Meisner, Hagen), and audition techniques for stage and screen.. The course is appropriate for both new and existing Actors Lab students.

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your horizons and unleash your creative potential. Join NHAOPA Adult Acting Coach Lara Morton for an unforgettable experience in the world of adult acting.

“ I am blown away by how quickly my peers are advancing in skill (I seriously can't stop smiling when watching everyone perform.) I am kicking myself I didn't do this years ago, it's shocking how amazing I feel since starting this class.” - Caroline H. (Actor’s Lab Winter Session)

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

**_Portrait in Watercolor_ In-Person Demonstration ** **With Artist Jeanne Carol Potter** **June 8, 2024, Time: 1-3 pm** In this portrait watercolor demo with Jeanne Carol Potter, you will discover how the delicate translucency and speed of watercolor is ideally suited to capturing light, shadow, and form of the face. There will be an emphasis on using the watercolor medium including correct brushwork and an effective water/pigment ratio. Learn how to mix fresh and effective color combinations for skin tones and hair color along with the ability to see value as color. Anatomy of the structure of the head and face will be discussed. Learn how to capture a likeness through careful interpretation of what one sees.  Jeanne Carol Potter's watercolors have been featured in _Splash: The Best of Watercolor_ and _Artist’s Magazine._ Jeanne currently teaches watercolor and drawing classes in Old Lyme, CT and is actively exhibiting in national juried exhibitions while creating new works in her studio _Atelier Jeanne. _ [https://www.jeannecarolpotter.com/](https://www.jeannecarolpotter.com)  Please come join us and support your local artists and community! RSVP [Marianne@RTDTECH.com](http://rtdtech.com) by June 1, 2024. This lecture is open to the public. Those who RSVP will receive the Zoom link on the day before the Lecture (6/3/24) via e-mail from [Marianne@RTDTECH.com](http://rtdtech.com).

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Discover the secret to painting on glass, creating beautiful floral designs on glassware. Understand how to make a simple plan for your design and learn about color mixing, and how to apply fluid brush strokes and layering techniques. Each participant will make two vases to keep for themselves, give to your favorite gardener or someone you love. No painting experience necessary.

Gloria Nilsson is a professional teaching artist. She received her degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute. After working as a graphic designer for several years, Gloria turned her concentration to the fine arts, exploring pastels, oils, watercolor, and acrylics.

Nilsson is currently painting on silk, where she applies a variety of techniques to fine art paintings and scarves. In 2015, Gloria’s silk painted illustration, Chapter 11: Spellcheck, created for the serialized storybook for young readers, The Mystery of the Great Connecticut Caper, was published by Connecticut Humanities/Connecticut Center for the Book.

Gloria also developed her own unique artisan crafted jewelry line. Her designs are created with woven, sculpted, and wrapped wire techniques, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals, polymer clay, precious metals, art glass and pearls. Nilsson teaches the Fashion Illustration program for Summer Fashion Weeks, and she also provides a variety of fine art and mixed media lessons for the Nature Camp program, both at the Arts Center Killingworth. Gloria’s recent work is featured at Spectrum Gallery, Centerbrook, CT, and other indoor/outdoor venues.

Discover the secret to painting on glass, creating beautiful floral designs on glassware. Understand how to make a simple plan for your design and learn about color mixing, and how to apply fluid brush strokes and layering techniques. Each participant will make two vases to keep for themselves, give to your favorite gardener or someone you love. No painting experience necessary.Gloria Nilsson is a professional teaching artist. She received her degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute. After working as a graphic designer for several years, Gloria turned her concentration to the fine arts, exploring pastels, oils, watercolor, and acrylics.Nilsson is currently painting on silk, where she applies a variety of techniques to fine art paintings and scarves. In 2015, Gloria’s silk painted illustration, Chapter 11: Spellcheck, created for the serialized storybook for young readers, The Mystery of the Great Connecticut Caper, was published by Connecticut Humanities/Connecticut Center for the Book.Gloria also developed her own unique artisan crafted jewelry line. Her designs are created with woven, sculpted, and wrapped wire techniques, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals, polymer clay, precious metals, art glass and pearls. Nilsson teaches the Fashion Illustration program for Summer Fashion Weeks, and she also provides a variety of fine art and mixed media lessons for the Nature Camp program, both at the Arts Center Killingworth. Gloria’s recent work is featured at Spectrum Gallery, Centerbrook, CT, and other indoor/outdoor venues.

Discover the secret to painting on glass, creating beautiful floral designs on glassware. Understand how to make a simple plan for your design and learn about color mixing, and how to apply fluid brush strokes and layering techniques. Each participant will make two vases to keep for themselves, give to your favorite gardener or someone you love. No painting experience necessary.Gloria Nilsson is a professional teaching artist. She received her degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute. After working as a graphic designer for several years, Gloria turned her concentration to the fine arts, exploring pastels, oils, watercolor, and acrylics.Nilsson is currently painting on silk, where she applies a variety of techniques to fine art paintings and scarves. In 2015, Gloria’s silk painted illustration, Chapter 11: Spellcheck, created for the serialized storybook for young readers, The Mystery of the Great Connecticut Caper, was published by Connecticut Humanities/Connecticut Center for the Book.Gloria also developed her own unique artisan crafted jewelry line. Her designs are created with woven, sculpted, and wrapped wire techniques, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals, polymer clay, precious metals, art glass and pearls. Nilsson teaches the Fashion Illustration program for Summer Fashion Weeks, and she also provides a variety of fine art and mixed media lessons for the Nature Camp program, both at the Arts Center Killingworth. Gloria’s recent work is featured at Spectrum Gallery, Centerbrook, CT, and other indoor/outdoor venues.

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

THE ACTORS LAB (acting class for adults) starts one week from tonight!

We meet Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. at New Haven Academy of Performing Arts in East Haven for twelve weeks of exploratory acting training (and personal growth),

Contact New Haven Academy of Performing Arts to register. Call 475-238-8119 or email billy@nhaopa.com

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Arts Center Killingworth and Spectrum Gallery present the Essex Summer Arts Festival on Saturday, June15 (10-5) and Sunday June 16 (11-5) on the Essex Town Green. Representational and Abstract Painters, Sculptors, Illustrators, Photographers, Original Printmakers, Fabric Artists, Glass and Wood Artisans, Jewelry Designers and Crafters working in fabric, glass, wood, stone and clay will be present.

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Arts Center Killingworth and Spectrum Gallery present the Essex Summer Arts Festival on Saturday, June15 (10-5) and Sunday June 16 (11-5) on the Essex Town Green. Representational and Abstract Painters, Sculptors, Illustrators, Photographers, Original Printmakers, Fabric Artists, Glass and Wood Artisans, Jewelry Designers and Crafters working in fabric, glass, wood, stone and clay will be present.

David Birney’s entertaining adaptation is the portrait of two very unusual people, those first lovers who met under rather complicated circumstances and found a way to build a life together. Written through the eyes of America’s greatest humorist, Mark Twain’s story set within the Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter, and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss, taking audiences on a delightful journey of self-discovery and exploration. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ plays at Legacy Theatre May 30-June 16, Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. _Mark Twain's The Diaries of Adam and Eve_ is sponsored by Branford Coworking and WSHU Public Radio, and Legacy Theatre's 2024 Mainstage Season is sponsored by Atlas Healthcare.

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

Through my art I want to show people that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture and who they are. In this new exhibition I search for a deeper meaning of self.

Through my art I want to show people of the world that their emotions are valid and that there is beauty in their culture. With your support, I want to prove to the world that all you have is all you will ever need. That dreams do come true. In this exhibition I search for a deep meaning of Self. Sincerely, Akosua Aidoo

THE ACTORS LAB (acting class for adults) starts one week from tonight!

We meet Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. at New Haven Academy of Performing Arts in East Haven for twelve weeks of exploratory acting training (and personal growth),

Contact New Haven Academy of Performing Arts to register. Call 475-238-8119 or email billy@nhaopa.com

Witness the journey of two extraordinary girls from different worlds who discover that they may have more in common than they thought! Princess Penelope, destined to rule a kingdom, and Pauper Paisley, with dreams of becoming a pop star, cross paths in an unexpected encounter. Their lives intertwine, and they form an enduring friendship. In this heartwarming tale, find out if the princess discovers that her aspirations extend beyond the confines of royalty, and if the pauper finds her true potential as a shining pop star. Join us for a delightful world premiere that celebrates the power of friendship, dreams, and the extraordinary in the ordinary. Adapted from the novel, _The Prince and the Pauper_, by Mark Twain. A Legacy Theatre production with book, music, and lyrics by Chelsea Dacey. _The Princess and the Pauper_ comes to Legacy Theatre on Saturday, June 22 at 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. Livestream tickets are also available to enjoy the performance from the comfort of your home. _The Princess and the Pauper_ is a part of the Legacy Theatre 2024 Family Series, which is sponsored by The Jorgensen Group at Morgan Stanley and by Christensen Landscape Services.

In this workshop participants focus on summer related objects on a surface i.e. a sunflower, shells, sand dollar, etc. Everyone is introduced to tabletop perspective, shadow, weight, volume & composition. The final drawing can be a composition for a painting class in the future. Material list available upon registration. All levels welcome.

Chris Kunze graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Painting/Illustration. He has had a long & successful career in Advertising and Promotion. His illustrations and designs have been used in books, magazines, newspapers, product packaging and logo design.

Chris’ fine art has always remained important throughout his career as a commercial artist.

He has had many solo and group shows in New York City, Westchester County and lower Connecticut, showcasing his oil paintings, watercolors and illustrations. Chris was part of an ongoing show at the Arthur Kalaher Fine Art in Sag Harbor, NY from 2011-2019.  In 2018 he had a solo show of his watercolors at Teatown Lake Reservation.

In 2019 Chris began his participation in Arthouse.NYC’s “Healthcare Heroes Show”.

He has memorialized several healthcare workers who lost their lives during the height of the Covid pandemic. These oil portraits were given to their families and were on view at the

Big Plaza Screen in New York City.

Teaching is a passion that has come to the forefront in the past 15 years for Chris. He has been teaching a plethora of subjects among them drawing, oil painting, watercolors, and more at local Westchester art schools.  He is currently teaching at Scarsdale Adult School.

Shoreline Arts Alliance is proud to host the 3rd Annual Celebration of the Arts on Thursday, June 27 at Scranton Memorial Library in Madison. The event, which runs from 5-7 PM will celebrate the arts with performances, readings and exhibits by winners of Shoreline Arts Alliance’s 2024 Scholarships in the Arts, IMAGES 2023, the 2024 Tassy Walden New Voices in Children’s Literature competition and SAA’s 2024 Future Choices juried art exhibition for high school students. In addition to seeing emerging artists, attendees will be able to experience the work of professional artists from the Connecticut shoreline.

Kate Baldwin is a two-time Tony Award–nominee and four-time Drama Desk–nominee, having starred on Broadway as Irene Molloy in the 2017 revival of Hello, Dolly! and the 2009 revival of Finian’s Rainbow as Sharon McLonergan. She originated the roles of Sandra Bloom in _Big Fish_ on Broadway and Leslie Lynnton Benedict in _Giant_ at The Public Theatre. She starred as Jen in Keen Company's revival of _John & Jen_ and garnered a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for her work in _Superhero_ at Second Stage. Other Broadway credits: _The Full Monty_, _Thoroughly Modern Millie_, and _Wonderful Town_. She starred in _The King and I_ at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, _The Women_ at The Old Globe, _Henry V_ at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, _She Loves Me_ at Williamstown Theatre Festival, _The Music Man_ and _South Pacific_ at Arena Stage (Helen Hayes Award nomination), and _What the Constitution Means to Me_ at Berkshire Theatre Group. On television, her work includes NBC’s _Law & Order: SVU_ (guest star), Stephen Sondheim’s _Passion_ (PBS), and the Disney + series _Just Beyond_. Kate Baldwin with John McDaniel at the Piano comes to Legacy Theatre on Sunday, June 30 at 2:00 PM. Tickets are on sale now at or through the Box Office at (203) 315-1901. Livestream tickets are also available - enjoy Broadway talent from the comfort of your home, anywhere in the world! Kate Baldwin with John McDaniel at the Piano is generously supported by Jana and Tom Shea and sponsored in part by WMNR Fine Arts Radio.