Culture Wire
May 25, 2010
Wednesday, June 306:30pm
The Mitchell Center joins forces with the Blaffer Gallery to co-present its ongoing series of Contemporary Salons. The new partnership launches with an engaging discussion about Tomás Saraceno: Lighter than Air (May 14-August 7, 2010). Claudia Schmuckli, Blaffer director and chief curator, will lead a spirited conversation between artists, curators, architects, and scholars in a wide array of fields. A short reception will be held at the beginning of the event.
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May 7, 2010
Fifth Annual Lois Alba Aria Competition
winners announced
The University of St. Thomas Cullen Hall played host on Sunday, May 2, 2010 to the Fifth Annual Lois Alba Aria Competition. Lois Alba distinguished the day with her obvious love and passion for young artists in opera, where she has given her talents and dedication as both performer and teacher for many years. Her presence brought grace and dignity to an afternoon already filled with exquisite talent.
Distinguished judges Mary Jane...
May 6, 2010
DA CAMERA OF HOUSTON RECEIVES MAJOR GRANTS FROM NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
Support for jazz concerts, chamber music concerts and a new recording includes Da Camera’s largest ever single grant from the federal agency
Houston, TX, May 4, 2010 – Da Camera of Houston announces that it has received three major grants from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
“Da Camera has a long-standing history of success with the NEA,” said Executive Director Sarah Loudermilk. “This year marks...
May 5, 2010
Musiqa presents the third of its sixth season of free “loft” concerts at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston. The concert takes place on Thursday, May 20th at 6:30 p.m. in conjunction with the Museum’s exhibition “Hand+Made.”
For more information, please contact: Gina Stevens. Office phone: 713-524-5678.
Musiqa’s program includes Steve Reich’s Clapping Music, Iannis Xenakis Okho for three djembes, Vinko Globokar’s Corporal for solo percussion and Marcus Maroney’s...
Apr 30, 2010
At the March 26th meeting of the National Council for the Arts, Houston Arts Alliance was recommended for a grant of $50,000 to support its new Folklife and Traditional Arts Program. Starting June 1, 2010, NEA funding will support the program's work in Houston's diverse neighborhoods and communities exploring and highlighting the contemporary traditions that make Houston one of the most vibrant urban landscapes in the United States.
HAA's Folklife and Traditional Arts Program focuses on...
Apr 27, 2010
Title: Art League School Manager
Organization Summary: The mission of Art League Houston is to cultivate awareness, appreciation, and accessibility of contemporary art. Art League Houston fulfills its mission through exhibitions, the Art League School, and education and outreach programming such as its Healing Art program for adults living with illness.
The Art League School (founded 1968) offers classes for adult students in a variety of...
Apr 26, 2010
Press Release
Writers in the Schools
For Immediate Release
Media Contact: Jennifer Watson
713-523-3877
jwatson@witshouston.org
Writers in the Schools Honors Creative Self Expression at Young Writers Reading Event
Houston, TX— Writers in the Schools (WITS) will celebrate some of Houston’s most talented young artists at its Young Writers Reading, an annual literary event held May 2nd, 3 pm at Discovery Green Park in downtown Houston. The event...
Apr 23, 2010
SPACETAKER RECEIVES FIRST GRANT AWARD FROM THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS
Spacetaker receives NEA grant to support the Artist Resource Center (ARC) Professional Development Services
HOUSTON (April 23, 2010) – Spacetaker is proud to announce the receipt of its first Access to Artistic Excellence grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to support the Artist Resource Center (ARC) professional development workshops and programming. Spacetaker is one of 10 Houston-area...
Apr 23, 2010
The Endeavor for Hope Foundation's Gala & Silent Auction to Provide Access to Education in Sub-Saharan Africa
Star-studded silent auction features celebrity memorabilia signed by Michael Jackson, Madonna, and artwork by Henry Membreno, Algelbert Metoyer, Micah the Artist, Allan Rodewald & more!
Houston, Texas - April 23, 2010 - The Houston community at large has joined forces with The Endeavor for Hope Foundation (The EFHF) to raise awareness and funds at the organization'...
