Fleur Barron. The Palm Beach Opera Young Artists gave a Liederabend on March 29 at the Royal Poinciana Chapel in Palm Beach; close on 200 people attended this rare form of songmaking. European opera singers trot out their best lieder songs at festivals in between engagements ad nauseam. And retired greats offer milder versions, extending their careers by a few years. American … [Read more...]
For legendary songwriter Webb, life still heading up, up and away
For composers to have songs that are more recognized than their own names is a rare phenomenon — yet, at the same time, a definition of success. But to have a slate of recognizable hits over 50 years while staying comparatively under the radar involves rare air breathed by few other than 68-year-old vocalist, pianist and Oklahoma native Jimmy Webb. At his forthcoming solo … [Read more...]
Henry’s Colony shows set elegant stage for Jazziz nights
By Dale King Lots of people leave Palm Beach County for the summer. But jazz vocalist Nicole Henry decided to stay. She sold out back-to-back-to-back cabaret performances at the Colony Hotel -- not an easy accomplishment during August in Florida -- then sang the national anthem at a Marlins-Mets game on Labor Day and took her talent to New York, Indianapolis and Washington, … [Read more...]
Troupe shows the lasting influence of Martha Graham
By Tara Mitton Catao It is a tall order for a dance company to perform, side by side on a single program, the works of an iconic artist such as Martha Graham (who is responsible for shaping and redirecting a whole art form) together with new works by contemporary choreographers who may or may not have been influenced by Martha Graham’s genius. But that is exactly what the … [Read more...]
Wick Costume Museum ideal draw for fans of musicals
It is said that Marilynn Wick bought the former Caldwell Theatre chiefly to house her superlative costume collection. Producing shows was simply an afterthought because an auditorium came with the building. True or not, The Wick Theatre is just one more production company in our area, albeit a very welcome one. But there is nothing like Wick’s newly opened Costume Museum … [Read more...]
Weekend arts picks: Oct. 26-27
Film: British director Steve McQueen is known for making films of brutality and excess, but now he has chosen a subject that matches his style. It is 12 Years a Slave, the fact-based saga of Solomon Northup, an African-American free man who lives with his family in upstate New York until he is lured to the nation’s capital, tricked into bondage and sold as a slave. The … [Read more...]
Shostakovich symphony shows growth for Lynn Philharmonia
For several years now, the student orchestra at Lynn University has offered high-quality symphonic concerts for area patrons in the know, who show up reliably in substantial numbers. And they are rewarded for their loyalty. Each year, the Lynn Philharmonia gets a little better, as the conservatory programs at the Boca Raton college deepen, and a larger number of promising … [Read more...]
Art Basel’s abundance spills over into Wynwood
Since the advent 11 years ago of Art Basel Miami Beach, the event has grown to the point that there are more art shows and openings in fair week than one has time to see. Outside the Miami Beach Convention Center, the second most extensive area for art fairs, private collections and galleries is the Wynwood Art District, between North 36th Street and North 20th Street and east … [Read more...]
Barnet exhibit shows artist quietly going his own way
Forget garlic: When it comes to art, passion and honesty will get you far or, at least, get you to live forever. In case you have any doubts, the Boca Raton Museum of Art is currently offering a large dose of pieces by an artist who has always been far from extravagant and is now about to turn 101 years old. Will Barnet at 100: Eight Decades of Painting and Printmaking is … [Read more...]
Pilobolus shows power of collective invention
Pilobolus finished off the Duncan Theatre’s 25th anniversary season in a way that few dance companies can. Engaging and satisfying on so many levels, one can clearly sense the unique creative force required to present such a satisfying program. The company functions as a collective, collaborating to create the works that are performed, and you can feel the hours they spend in … [Read more...]