tac blog
By Ben Attias, ArtsCenter Intern
During my search for a summer internship, after many emails to multiple ArtsCenter representatives, fate led me to Louise Tremblay, head of the Summer ArtsCamps. I was simply looking to complete a few more credits to cap off my school...
Interview with Stacye Leanza
I was recently able to meet with Stacye Leanza, a professional muralist and illustrator who teaches drawing and painting classes at The ArtsCenter. We sat down at the front of the stage in the West End Theater and she opened up...
“You experience life, you breathe in the universe, and there is a basic human need to do something with it….just to make even a tiny difference because you are here.” These are the words of writer, Joyce Allen who I recently interviewed. I learned more about her...
Our First Annual Uncommon Garden Gala was a smashing success! Thanks to everyone who made it possible and all of our supporters who came out for such a lovely evening! We look forward to next year's event! Thank you!
Interview with Photographer Bryce Lankard
As I sat down with Bryce Lankard at Open Eye Café, he described the photography classes he is currently teaching at The ArtsCenter and I was fortunate to get a glimpse of how he has learned to see the...
This Monday, children's illustrator, author and poet, Ashley Bryan visited The ArtsCenter to give a performance to several children's classes.
With his animated energy and original style he captivated everyone in the audience as he walked onto the stage. Many kids were so...
Earlier this month, I stopped by The ArtsCenter and got to explore all of the creative activities going on at The ArtSchool.
The laughter from The West End Theatre led me first to a Beginner's Improv Class. Improv students were practicing their techniques in front of their...
This past Saturday, more than 700 eager holiday gift shoppers stopped by between 11am-5pm to view what local artists elves have been up to in their workshops. Jolly Old St. Nick, himself, made a guest appearance at Elf Fair. Without a doubt, there will be plenty of happy gift receipients who...
Acclaimed children's artsist Elizabeth Mitchell performed to a SOLD OUT crowd at the ArtsCenter on November 12th. Performing from her four folk-style albums, the show involved parents and kids alike and everyone had a great time!
Mitchell's shows are full of family sing alongs...
