On View: October 3 - December 12, 2024Opening Reception: Thursday, October 17, 6-7:30pm

New Perspectives features experimental and dynamic creative works from the talented members at Arlington Center for the Arts. These pieces feature a manipulation of perception, whether it is through point of view, juxtaposition, technical application, or enhancing focus on an underrepresented topic. Artists exhibited were invited to explore inventive viewpoints in expressive and unique ways. With unique vantage points in a communal space, New Perspectives pushes for an expansion of periphery among our community.

Exhibiting Artists:

Nancy Blasi | Monika Chas | Jonathan Donahue | Marilyn Downs | Sheena Draper Jay Eberle | Tempe Goodhue | Al Hiltz | Hana Horiuchi | Jennifer Ingram | Lidia Kenig Scher | Varsha Kukafka | Ruth Lieberherr | Katherine Lobo | Ricardo Maldonado | Karen McCarthy | Stephan Miller | Christopher Moore | Helen Nelson | Julie Brown Neu | Satya Rencic | Jhilam Sanyal | Vanessa Schukis Janet Smith | Sharon Stafford | Heather Stewart | Elena  Stone | Anna Thai | Nancy Truong

Allie and Kevin are just a phone call away from adopting their first child. When they get word that the birth mother has gone into labor, they rush to the maternity ward but tell the rest of their family to stay away. After all, it's Christmas, and they prefer even the Jewish side of the family to wait until they bring the baby home. But of course, they don't. A sudden barrage of quirky family members descends, with in-laws, step-mothers, upstairs neighbors and bubbies, and a very pregnant birth mother who goes missing in action. Chaos ensues in this fast-paced farce about what it really means to be family.

During the event you can browse our holiday exhibition Plenty, featuring 47 New England artists. Plenty is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the diversity of art that we represent at 13FOREST Gallery, from painting, drawing and printmaking to photography and sculpture. Each year we look forward to assembling a show of the best artists Boston has to offer so you can find a meaningful gift for the important people in your life.

Under the direction of Stephanie Beatrice, Music Director, and accompanied by pianist, Brandon Santini, the chamber chorus will perform a festive and diverse program of musical works by: Benjamin Britten, Dan Forrest, John Gardner, Mark Wilberg, Henry Purcell, Mark Sirett, Sarah Quartel, Austin Schend, William Walton, and Terre Johnson.

The concert is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. The venue is wheelchair accessible. For more information visit www.psarlington.org.

The Philharmonic Society of Arlington, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit community organization incorporating The Arlington Philharmonic Orchestra, The Arlington-Belmont Chorale, and The Arlington-Belmont Chamber Chorus. The PSA is supported in part this season by a generous grant from the Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture, a local agency, and the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Cantilena will be featuring local composer Kenneth Seitz by performing a selection of works written for us during his 31 year tenure as Music Director with the ensemble. The program includes his “Velvet Shoes,” “Silent Night,” “Dona Nobis Pacem,” and other favorites.

The concert begins with seasonal favorites from Benjamin Britten’s "Ceremony of Carols," Margaret Bonds’ “Ballad of the Brown King,” and Daniel Pinkham’s “Manger Scenes.” Rounding out the program are some Cantilena favorites including “Longest Shadow of the Year” by Ellen Gilson Voth, “Let Evening Come” by Brian Holmes, “ Lake Isle of Innisfree” by Eleanor Daley, and “The Peace of Wild Things” by Joan Szymko.

Song texts include the poetry of Wendell Berry, Emily Dickinson, Norma Farber, Langston Hughes, Jane Kenyon, Sylvia Ross, Elinor Wylie, W.B. Yeats, and others.

Slava Komissarenko is back in the USA! The famous Belarusian stand-up comedian will present a tour featuring a program of new jokes and entirely fresh material. A master of observational comedy and Alexander Lukashenko's favorite comedian, he will be coming to American cities this December. Slava's YouTube videos garner millions of views, but live performances offer a completely different experience and leave you with fond memories.

Plenty is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the diversity of art that we represent at 13FOREST Gallery, from painting, drawing and printmaking to photography and sculpture. Each year we look forward to assembling a show of the best artists Boston has to offer so you can find a meaningful gift for the important people in your life.

Marcie Van Cleave and guest teachers provide a fun program for new and experienced dancers alike at the Folk Arts Center (FAC) Friday folk dance. In a typical evening, several dances are taught or called, and most others can be followed by watching the leading dancers. It is not necessary to have previous dance experience or to attend with a partner.

2024 Fall-Winter, Fridays 8 pm - 10:30 pm

September 13 & 27
October 4 & 18
November 8 & 15
December 13 & 27

2025 Winter-Spring

January 3, 17* & 24
February 14 & 28
March 14 & 28
April 11 & 18
May 9 & 23
June 6

Led by Orlando Cela, Music Director of the Arlington Philharmonic Orchestra, and Stephanie Beatrice, Music Director of the Arlington-Belmont Chorale, the concert will include selections from “The Nutcracker” by Tchaikovsky, Vaughan Williams’ “Fantasia on Christmas Carols”, and Rutter’s “Requiem.”

The Philharmonic Society of Arlington, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit community organization incorporating The Arlington Philharmonic Orchestra, The Arlington-Belmont Chorale, and The Arlington-Belmont Chamber Chorus.  For more information, please visit our website at www.psarlington.org

This year’s programming is supported in part by a generous grant from The Arlington Commission for Arts and Culture, a local agency which is part of the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

The January salon theme is Exile and Belonging. Featured authors are Marjan Kamali, Joan Leegant, and Aube Rey Lescure. The Arlington Author Salon is a free reading with a twist: each author’s presentation includes something special to tickle the senses. Music, paintings, photographs and more. Let yourself be transported with an immersive, literary experience. No advance sign up needed — just walk in! Supported by the Arlington Libraries Foundation.

Join Powers Music School for the next concert in A New Lens, our Faculty Concert Series! The Powers Historical Performance Faculty will present an evening of 18th century solo and chamber music from throughout Europe on period instruments. Performers include: Mary Cicconetti, oboe; Sarah Freiberg Ellison, cello; Job Salazar Fonseca, violin; and Ruth McKay, harpsichord.

The concert will be in Tracy Powers Concert Hall at Powers Music School, 160 Lexington Street, Belmont, MA 02478, at 7:00. Parking is available in front of the building or in the lot on the corner of Lexington and Beech Street.

These concerts are open to anyone who would like to come. There is a suggested donation of $20 per family to attend that can be made online or at the door.

This wonderful tribute to two legendary songwriters that emerged in the late 60’s/early1970’s consists of- OF HEART AND MIND - A Tribute to the Music of Joni Mitchell and CATMOONSHADOW - A Tribute to the Music of Cat Stevens
This show tributes the MUSIC of these legendary songwriters. The performers do not try to look or act like the artists but they play their music in a solo, acoustic format as true to the original as possible. No one can truly imitate the genius of Joni and Cat. Nicole Gauthier and John Fuzek’s voices are reminiscent of how Joni and Cat sounded in their heyday. Hits and deep cuts make up the two and half hour performance.
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ABOUT THE PERFORMERS:
OF HEART AND MIND- A Tribute to the Music of Joni Mitchellperformed by NICOLE GAUTHIER
Nicole Gauthier’s voice will melt your heart. For almost a decade, her captivating performances have brought joy to audiences throughout New England and beyond. She writes and performs solo as well as with her award winning, powerhouse, female vocal group, How’s About Charlie in styles from gentle folk to haunting heavy metal. Nicole was introduced to Joni’s music in her early twenties at a time when she felt like she needed guidance and found inspiration in the works. After listening to the album, “Clouds”, she decided that she needed to learn every song on the recording. It sparked a new love for playing guitar which she had been already playing for years. The strange, dissonant chords that Mitchell uses has influenced Gauthier’s own writing style. She now accompanies herself on guitar, ukulele or dulcimer to cover these classic songs live, in a tribute that brings audiences to their feet and has them singing along. Nicole’s AWARD WINNING, unique, folk-rock quartet, How's About Charlie is based in Providence, RI.(www.howsaboutcharliemusic.com) They are known for their tight harmonies and soothing acoustic sound. Nicole is one of the main vocalists in the quartet and has a powerful voice that effortlessly and naturally is reminiscent of early Joni Mitchell.
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CATMOONSHADOW- A Tribute to the Music of Cat Stevensperformed by JOHN FUZEK
Back in the mid 70’s when John was learning to play guitar, one of the first songs he was taught was Cat Steven’s version of “Morning Has Broken”. Cat Stevens was very popular in the 1970’s and was an early influence on Fuzek’s music. Now, John has been performing either solo, in a duo or band, for over 35 years. As a solo performer he has released many recordings, won awards, and shared the bill with artists such as Judy Collins, Paula Cole, Kevin Bacon, Steve Forbert and many others. His duo Fuzek-Rossoni also released recordings, won awards and shared the stage with performers such as Noel Paul Stookey, Richie Havens, Tom Rush, River Phoenix and many others. He formed the Neil Young tribute band, Forever Young in 2006 and they have been performing at prestigious venues around the northeast for the past 18 years. They have also won multiple awards and sold out many shows. Music is in Fuzek. He brings decades of experience to every show he performs. Whether it’s solo, duo, or in a band and playing his own music or covering others, Fuzek pours his heart and soul into every song. Many have compared John’s voice to Cat Steven’s which is what initially inspired him to create this project. His love of the music solidified the choice.

Celebrating 50 Years of Making Music Together!

January 25th, 2025, with concerts at 5:30 and 7:00 PM. Open to ALL musicians—Powers students and the general community. Free – no cost to play or attend!

Since 1975, the Stein Chamber Music Festival has welcomed students, amateurs, and professionals who share a love for playing music together. The Festival honors the memory of Joseph and Lise Stein, long-time Belmont residents who opened their home for joyous music-making several nights a week. Their contagious enthusiasm for chamber music continues to inspire our community, and their love of the genre lives on in this spectacular evening.

The Steins’ living room was set up with scores, stands, and pianos – always ready for music! We’ll be transforming the concert hall into our own “living room” to inspire the comfort and encouragement of an evening of chamber music at the Steins’ house. We hope you will create wonderful memories celebrating beautiful music in this welcoming setting.

The Stein Chamber Music Festival welcomes players of all ages and abilities, performing in groups of two or more players, from beginning students to amateurs and professionals. Each year the Festival is exciting, enjoyable, and always exceptional. We have had a wonderful contingent of younger performers in the past, and we encourage more to join in this year as well.

Battlemode Presents: a screening and audio visual celebration of “Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World”

With a Pre Show chiptune set by Battlemode, and glam punk set by Linnea’s Garden

A 360 degree projection post show by V.Kash, paired with a dance music set by Wubson

And a popup arcade by Super Party Bros

Feb. 21| Pre Show 8PM | Movie 9PM | Post Show 11PM
The Capitol Theatre | 204 Mass Ave. Arlington, MA. 02474