Don’t let it be forgot that once there was a spot for one brief shining moment that was known as Camelot.”
Cotuit Center for the Arts is pleased to announce our Gallery exhibit, AMERICAN CAMELOT, designed to complement our terrific production of the classic musical Camelot. The exhibit features rare photographs from the JFK Library and Museum in Boston and works on loan from the JFK Hyannis Museum Foundation, as well as contributions from local Cape Cod artists that reflect the Kennedys’ very personal connection to Cape Cod. Contributors include David Lewis, the artist and sculptor who designed the statue of JFK that appears in front of the museum on Hyannis, who will trace the project from start to finish through personal correspondence with the Kennedy family. A limited edition of one of Ted Kennedy’s paintings of his beloved Mya will also be displayed, along with many pieces by local artists that demonstrate what a deep human connection the Kennedy dynasty had on people of all walks of life, and how they longed for what might have been.
Wander through our gallery and enjoy an exhibit inspired by a period of hope and optimism. Whether it was the time of the Knights of the Round Table or the John F. Kennedy years, Camelot’s theme of a lost, great society certainly strikes a chord in all of us. For an earlier view of this poignant exhibit, please consider joining us for our gala benefit, Entertainment Tonight, on July 31st from 6:30pm to 10:30pm. We will officially unveil the exhibit during this event and offer a sneak preview of Camelot along with great food, wine, art, dance and entertainment. Tickets for Camelot and Entertainment Tonight are available on our website, www.artsonthecape.com.
AMERICAN CAMELOT
Dates:
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 through Sunday, September 5, 2010
Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 4pm
The gallery is closed Monday.
Opening Reception for AMERICAN CAMELOT:
Saturday, August 7, 2010 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Camelot, performed in our Theater from August 5 to August 22, 2010
Benefit performance on August 4th at 8pm, to benefit the JFK Hyannis Museum Foundation.
Entertainment Tonight, July 31st from 6:30pm to 10:30pm
“Don’t let it be forgot that once there was a spot for one brief shining moment that was known as Camelot.” Some of the enchanting musical numbers include “The Simple Joys of Maidenhood,” “The Lusty Month of May,” “How to Handle a Woman,” “I Loved You Once in Silence,” “If Ever I Would Leave You,” “What Do The Simple Folk Do?” and, of course, “Camelot.” In the end, this delightful story comes full circle. In his realization that the dream of Might FOR Right has been shattered and that uncivilized days are back, a broken Arthur finds hope in 14-year old Tom, whom Arthur commands to return to England and pronounce Camelot’s quest for right, honor and justice.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 8:00pm, Sunday 4:00pm
Tickets: $22, $20 members, $20 seniors, $10 students
This production is possible thanks to the generous support of the Cape Cod Melody Tent.
CCftA announces the Cape Cod premiere of “See What I’m Saying: The Deaf Entertainers Documentary”, a film by Hilari Scarl for one night only on September 22nd. “See What I’m Saying” offers a powerful and unique look at a rarely understood culture. Focused on four gifted deaf entertainers, the film touches on more than the talents of these unsung heroes – it hits extremely relatable chords for audiences worldwide – that all of us want to feel included, accepted and share our personal gifts and humanity with our larger community. Though we each have different struggles and situations, our feelings, goals and desire remain the same. See What I’m Saying’s universal appeal transcends the four richly intertwined stories, and offers a unique peek inside deaf culture, giving audiences an opportunity to view this vibrant community in a fascinating new light. In additional to the screening a series of 3 hours of workshops will be offered for $30. Workshop and screening details will be announced shortly. For more information on the film and the incredible press, please visit www.seewhatimsayingmovie.com.
Since 1995, Cotuit Center for the Arts has been a cherished resource for the Cape Cod community to explore, appreciate and enjoy art and culture. Despite limited resources, the dedicated staff here has never failed to bring exciting art exhibitions, outstanding theatrical and musical performances, and a wonderful variety of educational opportunities to patrons both young and old.
The CCftA Board of Directors recently selected David Kuehn as our new Executive Director. David brings twenty-five exceptional years of arts management experience to this position, and is already in the process of developing a robust calendar of artistic and educational programs.
To honor our exciting new director and to introduce a taste of what’s in store in the coming season, the Board of Directors is pleased to announce our first gala event: “Entertainment Tonight”; a delightful evening of music, dance and delicious hors d’oeuvres, featuring silent and art auctions, as well as a variety of performances sure to surprise you!
2010 promises to be a challenging year for the arts everywhere, and we need your support now more than ever to sustain our beloved center. In order to remain one of the Cape’s most valuable resources for the arts, we ask that you join us for this very special event.
Date: Saturday, July 31, 2010
Time: 6:30 to 10:30pm
The classic Ibsen Play re-imagined by Tristan DiVincenzo
Cotuit Center for the Arts is pleased to announce The Ghosts Project, at the Botello House; CCftA’s latest offering from their ever expanding performance and exhibition complex.
CCftA pairs one of the most important playwrights of the 19th century, Henrik Ibsen and visionary director Tristan Di Vincenzo of the Munchausen Group Projects Los Angeles, for a production of the metaphysical love story Ghosts. This fresh and innovative theater event features an interactive set for actors and 25 guests per night with the scenes played in and around the historic Botello House property. It is experiential theater, creating an intimate viewing in a unique space as the guests become part of the set background.
Ghosts is set in the country home of the wealthy widow, Helen Alving. Her son Oswald has just returned from living in Paris. Tomorrow they, along with family friend Pastor Manders and the entire town of Cotuit, will dedicate the orphanage Alving has erected as a memorial to her husband, Captain Alving, a man much respected by their small community. In confidence, she reveals to her spiritual advisor, Pastor Manders, that she has built the orphanage not only to mask the evils of her marriage, but to deplete her philandering husband’s wealth, so that their son might not inherit anything from him. During the action of the play she discovers that Oswald is suffering from syphilis, and worse has fallen in love with her maid Regina.
The play draws to a dramatic conclusion, as it is revealed that Regina is the illegitimate daughter of Captain Alving, and thereby Oswald’s own half-sister. Broken hearted, Mrs. Alving now faces the choice, whether or not to euthanize her son Oswald in accordance with his last wish.
LOCATION:
The Botello Box at Cotuit Center for the Arts
4404 Rte 28
Cotuit MA 02635
(508) 428-0669
PERFORMANCE DATES:
June 23rd through July 30st
Wednesday through Saturday evenings; performance at 8 pm
(No performance on Saturday, July 10)
TICKET PRICES:
General Admission: $20
Members, Students or Seniors: $18
HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
Pre-paid advance credit card sales with MasterCard and Visa
Summer Art and Theater Workshops for Children, Teens and Adults
Adventures in Art – for children aged 4 to 7 years
Your child’s early drawings are precious, and this program is designed to give children the skills necessary to explore more complex images. The series allows your child to explore the world of art by experiencing a variety of different art mediums over the course of 4 weeks. Ignite your child’s imagination while building art knowledge and techniques, fine motor and cognitive skills, and confidence to help them to communicate with the world.
Fridays, August 6th to August 27th, 1pm to 3pm
$125; $100 for CCftA Members
4 different instructors in 4 different art mediums
Emerging Artists – for children aged 8 to 12 years
A 4 week series of workshops with a multi-arts approach to expand children’s creativity and their knowledge of art, color, form and design. Classes may include drawing, abstract painting, printmaking, collage and found object assemblage. Ignite your child’s imagination and allow that inner artist to emerge and create while building art knowledge and confidence.
Mondays, July 5th to July 26th, 1pm to 3pm OR
Fridays, July 9th to July 30th, 1pm to 3pm OR
Mondays, August 2nd to August 23rd, 1pm to 3pm
$125; $100 for CCftA Members
Art du Jour – for adults aged 17 years and over
Have you ever wondered what it was like to create a piece of art? Ever wanted to try your hand at a new medium? Do you have an inner artist wanting to grow and learn ? If you’d like to explore the world of art for the first time or the 100th time, this might be the workshop series for you. Unleash your creativity in a supportive, creative atmosphere and explore 6 different art media over the course of 6 weeks this summer. Workshops may include drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, sculpture and found object assemblage.
Saturdays, July 17th to August 21th, 10am to 12pm
$175; $150 for CCftA Members
Summer Art 2010 – for students aged 12 to 16 years
This coed program for teens is an extensive studio-based program designed for students with an enthusiastic interest in art. Students will explore a range of media and techniques including drawing, painting, sculpture and photography to create art inspired by the Cape Cod landscape. At the end of each session, every student will have acquired new skills, explored a variety of materials, produced a portfolio of artwork, and benefited from the experience of working with peers in a motivating and creative environment.
Weekday Classes 8:30am – 12:30pm
Two Week Sessions:
Session 1: June 28th to July 9th OR
Session 2: July 12th to July 23rdOR
Session 3: July 26th to August 6th
$600; $550 for CCftA Members per session
Summer Theater for Kids – for children aged 7 to 12 years
This program is for children interested in exploring the exciting world of theatre. Improvisation, theatre games, diction, developing a character, listening and building relationships to other characters, expression and imagination exercises, scenes, focus, and concentration – all will be explored with an eye on building confidence, self-esteem, communication skills and a sense of teamwork. Students will have fun developing acting talents and will further delve into the art of theatre by studying visual elements of theatrical production, and by designing and building sets, puppets and more.
Monday through Friday from July 26th to August 6th, 2010
3:30pm to 6:00pm on all days except August 5th
August 5th 9:30am to 12pm for a final presentation.
$250; $225 for CCftA Members
Music Theater Dance Workshop – for children and adults
This is a five-day, performance-based workshop where kids and adults learn the basics of singing, dancing, and art. At the end of the week the three disciplines come together for a fun, creative production for family and friends. Children should bring a brown bag lunch and “dress for a mess” in the art room. Over the years, MTDW – the Musical Theater Dance Workshop has prepared students and presented a wide range of productions ranging from Broadway standards to original creations, delighting the participants and audiences alike. First two weeks held at the Waldorf School of Cape Cod in Cotuit; the second two weeks at CCftA.
August 2-29
* Daytime session for children ages 6 – 11 splits into two groups:
o 6 – 8 years from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM on Tu/Th – $200
o 9 – 11 years from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM on Tu/Th – $200
* Our regular double night-time sessions for ages 12 and older
o 12 to 17 year olds from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM on M/W/F – $175
o 16 to 600 year olds from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM on M/W – $75
ACTS (Actors’ Circle for Training in Shakespeare – for children and adults
The Actors’ Circle for Training in Shakespeare (ACTS) for adults and Youth ACTS, for young actors aged 11 to 16 years, will be actively exploring Shakespeare through voice, movement, improvisation, stagecraft and intensive scenework. Youth ACT (Actors’ Circle for Training) will also hold general acting classes for children aged 11 to 14 years with fairytale and Cape Cod themes.
Youth ACT (11-14 yrs): 5 Wednesday mornings from 10am to 12pm, July 28th –August 25th
$15 per 2 hour session or $60 in advance for all 5 Wednesdays
Youth ACTS (11-16 yrs): 5 Wednesday afternoons from 1pm to 4pm, July 28th – August 25th
$25 per 3 hr. session or $100 in advance for all 5 Wednesdays
ACTS (adults 17+ yrs): 5 Wednesday evenings from 7pm – 10pm, July 28th – August 25
$25 per 3 hour session or $100 in advance for all 5 Wednesdays
Life Drawing – for adults
Introduces the artist to figurative drawing by combining academic training with the development of personal style. Working from a live, nude model, the artists will be exposed to a variety of media as they explore some of the many different approaches to depicting the human form. Please note that this is an independent study class. Adults only.
Wednesdays 7pm to 9pm
$15 per class, 4 person class minimum
Painting for EveryoneFocuses on students as individual artists, their goals and abilities. Current participants include the developmentally and physically disabled from LIFE, Inc. and The May Institute. Beginners and all media are welcome. Teens and adults welcome.
Saturdays 12pm to 2pm
$100 per 6 weeks; $80 for CCftA members or $20 per class drop-in
Locations for all classes:
All classes will be held at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Rd. (Rte.28, Cotuit MA 02635 except for the first 2 weeks of Music Theater Dance Workshop. From August 2nd to August 15th, MTDW will be held at the Waldorf School of Cape Cod, 140 Old Oyster Road, Cotuit MA 02635.
Registration and other Details:
To register by phone, please call 508-428-0669. Advance and deposit required. For details applicable to each class, please visit our website.
Join us on the third Wednesday of the month from March to September from 6 to 7:30pm. Bring your friends and learn more about what’s happening at the Center while tasting wine, listening to local musicians, and enjoying the current art exhibit in our gallery. A Center representative will be on hand to welcome you, give tours, provide information, and answer questions about the Center. You might also get a sneak preview of an upcoming event. Door prizes, including a pair of tickets to a theatre production and one of our terrific new baseball caps, are available.
On July 21st, the event will highlight our Gallery exhibit, American Folk Art, featuring 12 folk artists and art and craft from quilts to sculpture to paintings to carved swordfish bills. Alan O’Campbell of Grain and Vine Spirit Shoppe will be pouring wines to take to a barbecue. Local musical duo Two Coolwill provide cool music for a hot summer night.
An extensive studio-based program for students with an enthusiastic interest in art.
Explore a range of media and techniques inspired by the Cape landscape.
Weekday Classes 8:30am – 12:30pm
Two Week Sessions
Summer Art at CCftA is a program for coed students. Classes offered will explore oil painting, charcoal drawing, printmaking, plaster, wire, and darkroom techniques. Faculty consists of practicing artists and experienced educators.
At the end of each session every student will have acquired new skills, explored a variety of materials, produced a portfolio of artwork, and benefited from the experience of working with peers in a motivating and creative environment.
Cost of Tuition: $600/$550 (CCftA Members) Tuition includes all material and studio fees.
Session 1: June 28—July 9
Session2: July 12—July 23
Session 3: July 26—August 6
Be Inspired!
About the instructors:
DAVID SIGEL grew up in Worcester, MA and spent many of his childhood summers on Cape Cod. After receiving his B.F.A in painting from Boston University, Sigel found himself with two passions, one as a painter and the other as an art teacher. He has been teaching for over fifteen years; at Gould Academy in Bethel, Maine, The Fessenden School in West Newton, Massachusetts, and currently, he serves as the chair of the Visual Art Department at The Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. Sigel and his wife, sculptor and educator, Hilary Hutchison, come back to the Cape each summer to spend time in Cotuit where David can often be seen out with his field easel capturing the landscape.
HILARY HUTCHISON grew up in Southern New Jersey. Her professional experience has included membership with the Kingston Gallery in Boston, commissioned works for Tufts University and the The Fessenden School, and various solo and group exhibitions. She received her B.F.A and M.F.A degrees in sculpture from Boston University. Hutchison currently resides outside of Philadelphia where she continues to maintain a studio and teach 3-D Design and Sculpture at the Episcopal Academy. She is the co-founder of the Summer Art program, along with her husband, educator and painter, David Sigel. Hutchison’s work can be seen on her website: www.hilaryhutchison.com.
This perennial favorite is based on the haunting folktale of “Barbara Allen.” Employing a large cast and imaginative setting in the Smoky Mountains, it recounts the story of John, a strange “witch boy,” who upon first beholding the beautiful Barbara Allen immediately falls in love. He is given a human form to woo and marry her on the condition that she remain true to him. The marriage is consummated and Barbara gives birth to a witch child whom the townspeople destroy in a superstitious frenzy. During a religious revival, Barbara is led to betray John, thus breaking their spell of love. As she dies, he returns forever to the world of Mountain Witches.
by Howard Richardson and William Berney
directed by Mary Arnault
Octob er 7-24 – Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 8:00pm; Sunday at 2:00pm
Tickets: $20, members $18, seniors $18, students $10
Live out a holiday classic as part of our “live studio audience” when CCftA bring: It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play to the stage. The play is cleverly presented as a live radio broadcast complete with sound effects. And YOU are the studio audience! Come join us as we celebrate the joy of the season and the American philosophy of life: hard work, fair play, and the love and support of one’s family and the community will be rewarded. A family theatre treat. Don’t miss it!
by Philip Grecian, based on the film by Frank Capra
directed by Jeffry Billard
November 26 – December 12, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm
Tickets $20, $18 members, $18 seniors, $10 students
OUR MISSION: To supply the community with an array of programs that encourage individual artistic development, exploration, and experimentation, and to increase awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the creative process by facilitating communication and interaction among artists and between artists and the public.
