Exhibits, galleries, theater and more: Seacoast arts and culture news
Noble High School presents 'Little Shop of Horrors'
NORTH BERWICK, Maine — The Noble High School Theater Department will present the Broadway hit musical, Little Shop of Horrors, Nov. 9-12. Performances will be Thursday, Nov. 9 at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $12. All tickets are available in advance at www.showtix4u.com/events/NobleHS and in person beginning one hour prior to show time. Performances will take place in the Philip W Hussey Theater at Noble High School located at 100 Noble Way, North Berwick, Maine. The show is directed by Kelli Leigh-Ann Connors with production and musical direction by Kathy Fink, and choreography by Madeleine Aubin.
'Source of Light' group exhibition featuring portrait artists from New England to Ireland
DOVER — Find out what the prompt "Source of Light" means to the two dozen contemporary artists selected for the group exhibition at Aplomb Gallery at an opening reception on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. From expressive paintings to narrative driven photography, exhibiting artists invite you to explore the luminescence in each piece. Light refreshments will be served. Advanced registration with staggered attendance is requested at aplombgallery.com. Free and open to the public.
Exhibiting artists: Peter Clive, Karen Abada, Courtney Aldrich, Kiley Ames, Kiley Ames, Brandin Barón, Jaina Cipriano, Bréa Corcoran, DaNice D Marshall, Chris D'Amore, John Diephouse, Caroline Gates, Victoria Guerina, Dave Hanson, Christy Hegarty, Susan Hong-Sammons, Terri Levine, Carrie M. Nixon, Sheila Nee Booth, Marsha Newby, Kristen Nyberg, Robert Obier, Gila Rayberg* and Dale Tremblay.
Save the date for the VR artist talks: Sunday, Nov. 26, from 10 to 11 a.m. and Thursday, Nov. 30, from 6 to 7 p.m. Attend with a browser or Oculus Quest inside ArtGateVR.
'The Working Waterfront' exhibition by Joe Flaherty opens in November
PORTSMOUTH – The New Hampshire Art Association announced the opening of “The Working Waterfront",” by Portsmouth artist Joe Flaherty.
Joe Flaherty's fascination with the working waterfront is evident in every brushstroke and layer of his intricate oil paintings. The waterfront, a place where ships with exotic names and foreign flags set sail, where naval vessels and pleasure crafts crisscross the water, serves as the backdrop for Flaherty's art.
In "The Working Waterfront" exhibition, Flaherty's paintings capture the essence of the waterfront. He employs techniques such as layering and adding materials like marble dust, cold wax, and coffee grinds to create depth and texture on the canvas. The result is a series of animated paintings that mimic the grittiness of work on the waterfront.
His exhibition will be held in the Frazier Gallery of the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery through the Nov. 26. Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery at 136 State St., Portsmouth. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m. Visit www.nhartassociation.org or call 603-431-4230 for more information.
'mindFUL' art exhibition: Illuminating mental health through artistry and compassion
PORTSMOUTH – The New Hampshire Art Association opened the much-anticipated 24th Annual Joan L. Dunfey Open Juried Exhibition, titled "mindFUL," at the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery. This exhibition, sponsored by the Joan L. Dunfey Fund for the Arts through the New Hampshire Charitable Fund, promises to explore mental health through artistic expression.
"MindFUL" challenges artists to employ their creative talents to shed light on mental health, raise awareness about this topic, and encourage meaningful conversations. Art, with its profound ability to inspire change, break stigma, and foster a supportive community, plays an essential role in addressing the complexities of mental health experiences. The exhibition aspires to spread empathy and create a space for reflection and dialogue.
Curated by the artist Yasamin Safarzaden, an Angelino, Iranian American, and transplant to New England, "mindFUL" celebrates the intersections of cultural identities. Yasamin Safarzaden is known for her dedication to creating safe spaces where people can discover their sense of self without the pressure to conform. Her work encapsulates an absurd and ecstatic celebration of bodies, awkward spaces, anxious burdens, and the global impacts of colonization when confronted with hope and defiance.
The "mindFUL" exhibition invites artists from diverse backgrounds to share their interpretations of mental health experiences, drawing from personal, cultural, and social perspectives. By presenting a rich tapestry of art, "mindFUL" aims to create an open dialogue about mental health and challenge stereotypes, ultimately fostering a more understanding and supportive community.
This event will be a unique opportunity to explore the transformative power of art and the influence it can have on the discourse surrounding mental health. The Joan L. Dunfey Open Juried Exhibition has been a cornerstone of the New Hampshire Art Association's calendar, and "mindFUL" promises to continue this legacy by addressing a vital societal issue.
“MindFUL” will be held in the Main Gallery of the Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery through Nov. 28. Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery at 136 State St., Portsmouth. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m. Visit www.nhartassociation.org or call 603-431-4230 for more information.
Voices from the Heart fall concert
PORTSMOUTH — Celebrate the fall with Voices from the Heart. Voices celebrates fall; singing and dancing songs of freedom, peace, joy and of course, love. Don’t miss Voices from the Heart’s fall concert Nov. 18 at South Church, 292 State St., Portsmouth at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
“We can’t stop singing these terrific songs from South African, Gospel, and Native American traditions. We’re singing songs that keep us dancing, moving, and moved!” exclaims Voices’ Director, Joanne Connolly. “We’ve also dug into some terrific songs by young women singer-songwriters from California to Canada…. Great music and inspiring lyrics! And, dancing! There’ll be some great African dance, choreographed by Liz Fowler, and inspired by South Africa’s Soweto Gospel Choir.”
Randy Armstrong will be on hand on Nov. 18 to offer the world beat for the dancing and singing, along with Kent Allyn on keys and Jonathan Booth on bass.
Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online on Eventbrite at https://tinyurl.com/voicesfromtheheartfall2023 or at NH Made in downtown Portsmouth. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door on concert day. Doors open to the public a half hour before concert time.
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Exhibits, galleries, theater and more: Seacoast arts and culture news
