Rhode Island Arts News (United States)

The Courthouse Center for the Arts in West Kingston RI has announced its 2012 season. Artistic Director Richard Ericson will supervise the themed series “Broadway in the Courtroom” including 5 musicals, two plays and a holiday event.

#occupy Exhibit to Integrate Art with Technology Such As Augmented Reality Tattoos, Real-Time Tweets Cast Upon Walls, and Chairs with Voices

Bright Night Providence, Rhode Island's Largest New Year's Eve Celebration, will feature International Star Illusionist Brad Ross, as well as over 50 other acts from 12 noon to 12 midnight.

Artwork inspired by ‘Occupy Providence’ to launch the Gallery Night 2012 season at Yellow Peril Gallery at The Plant in Providence, Rhode Island

Ornaments from all 56 U.S. states, territories and the District of Columbia are displayed at the 2011 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Washington, D.C. Providence CityArts for Youth decorated the tree with a WaterFire-inspired ornament.

Creator and Director Seth Chitwood (of Barrington, RI) to premiere the second season of his web-series: Red Circles on Sunday, November 20th, 2011 at 9:00pm on youtube.com/redcircles1425. (Season 1 can also be seen at www.redcircles.ws/episodes.php)

The Courthouse Center for the Arts in West Kingston RI has announced its 2012 season. Artistic Director Richard Ericson will supervise the themed series “Broadway in the Courtroom” including 5 musicals, two plays and a holiday event.

#occupy Exhibit to Integrate Art with Technology Such As Augmented Reality Tattoos, Real-Time Tweets Cast Upon Walls, and Chairs with Voices

Yellow Peril Gallery introduces Artists selected for OCCUPY [Fill In The Blank] Group Exhibition on March 15, 2012

Premiere of STEREO BALANCE by Todd Jones to coincide with launch of COLLECT ART Emerging Artist Series at Yellow Peril Gallery

Bright Night wristbands garner discounts on other New Year's Eve events, including Disney on Ice, Half-price skating, a Trinity Rep play, and a Masquerade Ball

Bright Night Providence, Rhode Island's Largest New Year's Eve Celebration, will feature International Star Illusionist Brad Ross, as well as over 50 other acts from 12 noon to 12 midnight.

BORDERLINE, the exhibition of the fence that divides the United States and Mexico as seen through the eyes of those who come into contact with it on a daily basis, will be extended until January 15, 2012

Artwork inspired by ‘Occupy Providence’ to launch the Gallery Night 2012 season at Yellow Peril Gallery at The Plant in Providence, Rhode Island

Ornaments from all 56 U.S. states, territories and the District of Columbia are displayed at the 2011 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Washington, D.C. Providence CityArts for Youth decorated the tree with a WaterFire-inspired ornament.

Don't Miss the 21st Annual ARTCRAFT SHOW & SALE Dec. 3 and 4 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Courthouse Center for the Arts, 3481 Kingstown Rd., West Kingston, RI 02892

With Judith Lynn Stillman and Curt Columbus ~A One of a Kind Artistic Event Coming to Sapinsley Hall at RIC on December 7th, 2011 at 1pm and at 7:30pm ~ Featuring rising-star performers, composers, and lyricists

Creator and Director Seth Chitwood (of Barrington, RI) to premiere the second season of his web-series: Red Circles on Sunday, November 20th, 2011 at 9:00pm on youtube.com/redcircles1425. (Season 1 can also be seen at www.redcircles.ws/episodes.php)

A new and fun item for guitar enthusiasts unveiled in RI. A young guitar enthusiast who at the age of 11 decided to change the world, and have guitar fun all at the same time.

BORDERLINE, featuring the photography of Rebecca A. Kandel, introduces viewers to a myriad of characters whose lives are also affected by the border between Mexico and the United States

Providence CityArts for Youth’s new exhibit, “Building Bridges: Two Journeys into Central America,” at the CityArts/Highlander Gallery, offers three visions of community, both local and international.

The seventh annual, Fortress of Nightmares will take place at Historic Fort Adams on the last two weekends in October Friday through Sunday, Oct. 21 – 23 and Friday through Sunday Oct. 28 – 30.

Charbonneau to author a comprehensive guide for new and would-be writers of long-form fiction.

9,000-word prose-poem constitutes a masterpiece of both appreciation and analysis by a scholar whose knowledge and love of Paris is as deep, profound and genuine as his knowledge and love of Hemingway.

Cross your legs and get ready to laugh during the Courthouse Center for the Arts production of Urinetown: The Musical. The world’s toilets are controlled by evil corporations and a revolutionary hero emerges to save mankind from their wicked grip.

Paul Housberg's architectural art glass installations can be viewed in public and commercial spaces across the U.S.

Courthouse Center for the Arts is accepting registrations for its Theater Arts and Creative Arts camp programs for summer 2011. The two-week Summer Theater Programs are held July 5-15 and 18-29. Both include a field trip to New York City.

Courthouse Center for the Arts is hosting a Woodstock Revival, Music and Arts Festival June 18-19. Highlights of the weekend include performances by Peter Tork and Shoe Suede Blues and Tommy, the rock opera by The Who.

The Who’s Tommy provides a nostalgic trip back for anyone who grew up in the 1970s. Platform shoes and pinball machines take center stage June 2-19 in this classic rock opera at the Courthouse Center for the Arts.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View presented their Drama Fest piece, “Talking with . . .” by Jane Martin. Written in 1983 the play is a series of monologues delivered by 11 different women.

Parents and teachers of children aged five to twelve, are encouraged to ask their kids to create original artwork based on an angelic theme. Teachers are encouraged to incorporate the project into their curriculum

National Color Therapy Month Debuts March 1, 2011

New release of 11 * 11 * 11 Christina Lovisa Poster, Apocalypse Theme

Baby K releases first single "WHATS MY NAME" , from the forthcoming Hoodfavorite 2 album to Itunes, Amazon, Rhapsody and others.

A gift to the nation honoring America’s fallen heroes in Iraq and Afghanistan, “The Lost Heroes Art Quilt” continues its national tour at the Rhode Island State Capitol Building in Providence, RI, August 30 through September 10.

Comic Promoter announces plans to market Sky Pirates of Valendor for national distribution.

New England's premiere agency in the lifestyle, luxury and creative markets adds local art gallery, Sine Cera, to its roster of clients

This pair of acrylic display easels is being featured to hold books, plaques or decorative plates. The acrylic easels are available in either 6" high or 8" high models, and are designed for counter top display purposes.

"The Lost Heroes Art Quilt" -- a gift to the nation honoring America’s fallen heroes in Iraq and Afghanistan -- is on display at the Machine Quilters Exposition at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, RI, today through April 17.

A gift to the nation honoring America’s fallen heroes in Iraq and Afghanistan, “The Lost Heroes Art Quilt” continues its national tour at the Naval War College Museum in Newport, RI, today through April 14.

Artist's easels are designed to accommodate portraits and drawings in many sizes, as well as the artist. These display easels will adjust to your particular drawing styles and height requirements.

Acclaimed musician Sue Brescia has been chosen to contribute to Life in the Years, a benefit compilation, including tracks by Natalie Merchant and Livingston Taylor, to fund a national initiative to create Adult Foster Care programs for the elderly.

Bright Night Providence, the artist run New Year's Eve Celebration now in its seventh year, announces their headlining act to be master illusionist David Garrity in a show titled IllusionQuest. Tickets are now on sale at www.brightnight.org.

Huge four day long tag sale in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, beginning September 24th. If you're an antiques dealer, collector, designer, or you love old stuff - bring your vans empty and fill ‘em up!

An exhibition of Paintings, early American tole trays and painted figurines by the late Ruth Emily Tinney (née Betzer) (1906-1995) to honor her 103rd birthday opens on July 15th 2009.

Ronnie and The Satellites celebrate 50 years of hit record "Last Night I Dreamed" recorded in 1959.

A Russian crystal chandelier in Belcourt Castle’s Banquet Hall has been re-wired and restored after over 45 years as the sparkling centerpiece of the Newport mansion’s Italian Banquet Hall.

AntiquesYes.com presents the Collections Auction on March 15th. Each lot is a collection of related antiques. Featured collections: Addison glass tiles, vintage French cookware, antique hardware, weaving artifacts and rare grain painting brushes.

Web Wilson will set the stage on New Years Day for a "Make The Market" antique doorknob auction. 100 lots of collector quality hardware will go on the auction block - all starting at an opening bid of $10.

Fine Art Photographer Showcases Nature, Architecture and People

The Gallery at Second Stage Studio is hosting its first show for original art. Work selected for this show will be exhibited in December 2008 at the Gallery at Second Stage Studio in Cumberland, Rhode Island. Entry deadline is October 1, 2008

Fashion expo to feature both established and up and coming fashion industry professionals

Kalliope Amorphous To Showcase Self-Portraits At Hive Gallery

Nankeen unveils first store to carry emerging brand.

The film "Italian Americans and Federal Hill" surprised festival workers by attracting a crowd hundreds larger than expected despite prior exposure and the DVD release. The crowd voted the film 1st place for best documentary of 320 films screened.