3rd Eye Gallery presents ‘Out of Time: Memory Portraits,’ new work by Sarah Sutro and A.F. Cook
Hoosick Falls, N.Y.— From September 7th through the 27th, the 3rd Eye Gallery presents ‘Out of Time: Memory Portraits,’ new work by Sarah Sutro and A.F. Cook.
Both Sarah Sutro and A.F. Cook live and work in the Berkshires, at the Eclipse Mill in North Adams. This two-person show offers contrasting visions loosely involving the portrait genre.
Sutro’s paintings present encounters between people of different cultures and times, involved in urgent conversations. Sculptured heads and masks are cast against vast landscape backgrounds suggesting an infinite stage “out of time.” Theaters of memory and desire with luscious color and enigmatic content, the paintings aspire to heal lost connections between people and nature. Clusters of people ask questions, confront each other, collectively seek answers to soul-searching subjects. This is the first formal introduction of this body of painting to the public.
Cook’s “Family Memento” portrait series considers the strange nostalgia of family history, by turns charming, antic, or disquieting. The artist also enjoys painting random hipsters and occasional self-portraits with a twist.
The exhibit runs from September 7th through the 27th at 3rd Eye Gallery at 9 John Street, Hoosick Falls in N.Y. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, September 7th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. More information can be found online.
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Berkshire Bach Society 35th season opens with Harpsichord Festival
Stockbridge— On September 21st and October 19th, the Berkshire Bach Society 35th season opens with a Harpsichord Festival that showcases the quintessential Baroque keyboard instrument in many guises.
On Saturday, September 21st at 4 p.m., Peter Sykes recreates his first public harpsichord recital 50 years ago in a program of music by J.S. Bach, Louis Couperin, and more.
On Saturday, October 19th at 4 p.m., the keyboard duo of Elliot Figg and Caitlin Koester play “Skeltons of the Opera,” a program of Baroque opera transcriptions for harpsichord, four hands.
The concerts are on September 21st and October 19th at 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 29 Main Street in Stockbridge. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Sandisfield Arts Center presents ‘Dick and Jim,’ an original play about the friendship of Richard Avedon and James Baldwin
Sandisfield— On September 28th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sandisfield Arts Center presents ‘Dick and Jim.”
“Dick and Jim,” an original play by poet-playwright Neil Silberblatt, traces the friendship and collaboration between photographer Richard Avedon and essayist, playwright, and activist James Baldwin. The play revolves around (imagined) conversations between Avedon and Baldwin leading up to the publication of their book, “Nothing Personal.” David Adam Boaz and Geof Newton will perform the roles of Baldwin & Avedon, respectively.
The performance is on September 28th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Sandisfield Arts Center at 5 Hammertown Road in Sandisfield. The performance will be followed by a Q&A with the playwright. Tickets and more information can be found online.
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Clark Art Institute hosts ‘Writing and Revolution,’ a free weekly writing program
Williamstown— On September 25th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., as part of the Clark Art Institute’s free evening hours, the Clark presents a free drop-in writing program exploring how creative writing can be used for political and social change.
Just as artist Guillaume Lethière depicted themes of revolt and revolution in his paintings and drawings, participants discuss the power of words to create change and gather together to write and share words of change in a casual workshop setting.
From 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., workshop participants have complimentary access to the Guillaume Lethière exhibition. From 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., reserved seating is available for participants to share their writing on the Fernández Terrace.
The free program is on September 25th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. It is open to all, but recommended for ages 12 and up. Pick up writing prompts at the Clark Center admissions desk. More information can be found online.
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OLLI presents ‘Get it Done!’ with Jane Kavanau
Pittsfield— On Thursday, September 5th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., OLLI presents ‘Get it Done!’ with Jane Kavanau.
This course will introduce seven techniques and strategies for getting organized. Jane Kavanau approaches the subjects of organizing and decluttering from a somewhat different point of view than those of most organizers and self-help books. She believes that each person and situation is different, requiring that organizing strategies be flexible and simple, definitely NOT “one size fits all.”
As a former teacher, Jane Kavanau understands that people have different learning styles. As a former real estate agent, she has seen the pitfalls of having a disorganized home and mind.
Jane has taught courses and given talks on the subject of “Getting Organized.” Her clients say “Believe it or not, it really works.”
The course is on Thursday, September 5th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Berkshire Community College on West Street in Pittsfield. Registration and more information can be found online.
