Vanessa David '95

From the review of Boy Wonder - A new play / Arden Anderson Broecking, in the Norwalk Citizen Online: "The first act takes place in his office, where he argues with clients and succumbs to his secretary, Dolores, not for the first time. She was played by Vanessa Davis[d], who brought a sexiness to her role and did a really good telephone drunk scene. Prior to that, Bill Finch, a frustrated producer of "theatre art," manages to shake poor O'Banion up even more, but later becomes a rescuer (sort of)."

PT artist's assistant in Westpost, CT

one full day or 2 half days to help in a Westport studio ($15/hr). Applicant must be art educated, skilled at MAC computer programs, can take charge at applying for gallery exhibitions and entering competitions, order supplies, wash brushes, etc. References required. Send resume and contact information to remram@optonline.net.

Vanessa David '95

Vanessa writes, "Cum see my play Baby Bear Becomes a Man at the end of the month :"
BTC New Works presents: "After Bedtime Stories"
Downtown Cabaret Theatre
Bridgeport, CT

The Bridgeport Theatre Company New Works Program presents "After Bedtime Stories", our 2nd showcase of local playwrights, actors, dancers, singers, and musicians. Young at heart, mature in theme, come see Goldilocks, Peter Pan, Prince Charming and many more of your favorite characters from fairy tale land as you've NEVER seen them before ~ and will never see them again, because it's for one night only!

TICKET PRICING DETAILS:
GENERAL ADMISSION $15
ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT BTC'S NEW WORKS PROGRAM!

For mature audiences (rated 'R' / ages 17 and up welcome)

ORDER ONLINE NOW or Call the TICKET HOTLINE: 800.838.3006

new interview on WestConn Art Views

Read about our production team!
WestConn Art Views

Art & Frame Call for Artists

NOW TAKING SUBMISSIONS FOR SMALL WORKS SHOW!

Art & Frame of Danbury writes, "We are attempting to put together our first Small Works Show! If it goes well, it could very likely become an annual event.

Submission is free and each artist may enter up to 3 pieces for the show. Please drop off completed submission form with your art no later than Friday November 4th in store at 60 Newtown Rd, Rte 6 Plaza, Danbury CT 06810. Any artist who would like to submit work can email us for an entry form at artandframeofdanbury@gmail.com. You can also call us at (203) 748-0197 to request one by mail.

All we ask is that your piece is ready to hang and no larger than 13" in any direction, that includes the frame or any other display fixtures. We are accepting all mediums including photography and sculpture. If needed, we are also offering super discounted framing for pieces accepted into the show."

Chris Olszewski MFA '10

Amanda Bloom writes as part of her appreciation, "THANK YOU Jing Lu, Evan Dalcher, Chris Olszewski, Alec Jordan and Scott Jackson for your unbelievable help in hanging and preparing the gallery. Thank you to John O'Sullivan and Art & Frame of Danbury for all of your help and support. Thank you to Bill O'Keefe at Redding Roasters for providing delicious coffee. Thank you Zulai Serrano for a fantastic article on the show.

Please come and visit the gallery anytime! Hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 12pm and by appointment. The Mercurial Collective is located at 11 Library Place, Danbury, Connecticut. Contact the gallery by calling (203)417-2215 or by emailing editor@themercurial.com."

Sincerely,Amanda Bloom, Curator, The Mercurial Collective

Visual & Performing Arts Center Groundbreaking Ceremony & Celebration of the Arts

I received the following email if anyone has any questions regarding the new SVPA building.
Dear Members of the WCSU Community:
WCSU will break ground on a 130,000-square-foot state-of-the-art Visual and Performing Arts Center on Monday, Oct. 17. Please attend one of the two upcoming open forums to learn more about this building, its design, construction, and impact on the Westside campus. Representatives from the design team, the contractor, and Planning and Engineering will be on hand to answer your questions about this exciting new addition to our campus.

Westside Campus VPA Open Forum
Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Westside Campus Center ballroom.

Midtown Campus VPA Open Forum
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Midtown Student Center theater.

Residency opprtuinties at Millay Colony

The Fall Equinox brings wonderful happenings at The Millay Colony for the Arts: FALL 2011 Events

Extended Application Deadline October 1
In addition to our one-month residencies for artists, writers, and composers, we are thrilled to offer these three new options:
* The Two-Week Residency, two sessions in the month of September.
* The Virtual Residency, weekends only including a stipend of $1,000.
* The Group Residency, five days to a group of collaborating artists.

Visual & Performing Arts Center Groundbreaking Ceremony & Celebration of the Arts

As promised I've added the link to the new SV&PA building on our home page www.wcsu.edu/artalumni. I am hoping to see all of you at the groundbreaking on Monday, October 17, 2011 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. There is now an rsvp online registration at http://celebratethearts.eventbrite.com/. Let me know if you have any questions.

Jill Sarver MFA '10

Jill writes, "I was hired on as the Visual Arts Coordinator at the Westport Arts Center in Westport, CT. (I love it there!) I also am teaching "Perspective" online through the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

I'll also be in the "Groundbreaking" show that Darby Cardonsky is curating for Higgins Hall, opening 10/20. I have a website: www.jillsarver.com