March 3, 2022
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Public Invited to Attend Waldron Arts Center Reopening Celebration on Friday, March 4
The City of Bloomington will celebrate the reopening of the John Waldron Arts Center on Friday, March 4 from 5-8 p.m.! The event is free and open to the public*.
The celebration will mark the opening of two exhibitions in the Waldron’s Visual Arts Galleries, Reclamation, featuring work by members of Bloomington Open Studios Tours and the Bloomington Photography Club, both long-standing groups who have historically shown work at the Waldron, and Transformation featuring new work by local emerging artists Joii Cooper and Larissa Danielle. Bloomington-based folk-rock band The Barn Cats will also perform in the Waldron Galleries at 5 p.m.
Cardinal Stage’s newly commissioned play The Mountaintop will also be performed at 7:30 p.m. in the Waldron Auditorium. The Mountaintop is scheduled to run Thursday, March 3 through Sunday, March 20. The show marks the first performance to take place in the Waldron since its closure in December 2020. Tickets for the March 4 performance, as well as purchases on other days, can be reserved through Cardinal Stage’s P(l)ay What You Will program, which allows individuals to choose the price for their ticket, at cardinalstage.org/tickets/pwyw/.
In addition to arts activities, City of Bloomington Deputy Mayor Don Griffin and Assistant Director for the Arts Holly Warren will share plans for the City’s management of the Waldron at 6 p.m.
*In order to join the celebration, visitors 12 years old and older must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination with a name that matches their photo ID or a negative COVID-19 test administered at an official testing site within 7 days.
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First Friday Gallery Walk
Every First Friday of the month, experience an exciting night of the arts as ten distinct galleries stay open late to host special exhibits and serve refreshments from 5-8pm.
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Arts Alliance Members
Join us for the Annual Meeting
Monday, March 21 at 5:30 p.m.
at the Arts Alliance Center in the Mall
The agenda will include:
- A summary of the 2022 Annual Report
- Comments and Questions
- Election of 2023 Board
- Informal Networking
- Learn about our growing Advisory Council
- Gourmet Pizza and Refreshments
We need your vote!
Everyone is welcome, but only members can vote.
For more information contact info@bloomingtonarts.org
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Become a member of the Arts Alliance of Greater Bloomington!
Benefits include:
- Priority listing of your events in our bi monthly newsletter
- Promotion of your events through our social media
- Listing in Bloomington's online Artists' Directory
- Reduced fee access to our new "Flex Space" rental
- Networking and educational events for artists
Click here to become a member or to update your directory listing
Annual membership fees are:
$35 for individuals, $25 for seniors(65+) and students, $45 for organizations
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Cardinal Stage presents The Mountaintop
As a storm rages outside the Lorraine Motel, the tension builds inside Room 306. It’s Martin Luther King Jr.’s last night on earth, but he doesn’t know it yet. When a mysterious stranger arrives with surprising news, King is forced to confront his destiny and his legacy to his people. A gripping reimagination of events the night before the assassination of America’s most renowned civil rights leader.
Appropriate for mature audiences.
Pay What You Will on all tickets!
To welcome you back to the theatre, this season Cardinal Stage is empowering you to choose your price and “Play What You Will” for single tickets to all of our performances!
For more details or information on covid policies, visit our website.
Book tickets online or call the Cardinal Box Office at (812) 336-9300 |
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CALL FOR ARTISTS!
Jasper Community Arts is looking for solo and group exhibits for 2023 to fill our new galleries in the NEW Thyen-Clark Cultural Center!
Deadline: March 11, 2022.
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Indiana Arts Commission accepting applications for its annual grant programs
Deadline March 9th
The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) and its Regional Arts Partners are accepting applications for two grant programs: Fiscal Year 2023 Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support.
“Indiana’s arts organizations, arts projects, and artists are critical to the vibrancy, connectedness, and economic development of our communities,” said Miah Michaelsen, IAC Executive Director. “These grant programs make it possible for Hoosiers all over the state to have access to arts opportunities, and our Regional Arts Partners work alongside us to promote and expand participation in the arts in Indiana through their direct services.”
Applicants for both programs apply through their respective Regional Arts Partner.
About the Arts Project Support Program
Arts Project Support grants provide nonprofit organizations with funding to support a specific arts activity, such as a one-time event, a single production, an exhibition, an educational workshop, or a series of related arts activities such as art classes or training sessions. The objectives of the Arts Project Support Grant Program are to provide the general public access to quality arts activities, with particular attention to underserved communities, and to support Indiana artists who are a vital part of Indiana's economy and community life. Projects must occur between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023 to be eligible for FY23 Arts Project Support.
Applications for Arts Project Support are due March 9, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. through the IAC's online grant system. Learn more and access the guidelines.
About the Arts Organization Support Program
Arts Organization Support grants provide annual operating support for nonprofit arts organizations' ongoing artistic and administrative functions. The objectives of the Arts Organization Support Grant Program are to align with the IAC's Public Funding Imperatives and to provide quality arts and cultural activities to the public, with particular attention to underserved communities. The Indiana Arts Commission defines "underserved" as people lacking access to arts programs, services, or resources due to isolated geographic location, low income, age, race/ethnicity, cultural differences, disability, or other circumstances.
Applications for Arts Organization Support are due March 9, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. through the IAC's online grant system. Learn more and access the guidelines.
Organizations new to Arts Organization Support must complete an Eligibility Questionnaire by January 18, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. eastern time.
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Upcoming events
Red Rocket | March 13 | 7pm | FAR Center for Contemporary Arts
Tammy and the T-Rex | March 17 | 7:30pm & 10pm | The Orbit Room
Inspector Ike | March 26 | 7pm | The Blockhouse
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The Arts Alliance Center
Flex Room Space available
Flex Room is available to rent for classes, meetings, rehearsals and performance at the Arts Alliance Center.
$20/hour for members
$40/hour for non-members.
Click here for more information or call 812-727-0732
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Black Lit
A celebration of Black writers from all genres and forms. Held during the First Friday Gallery Walk, readers will present excerpts from iconic pieces of Black literature and introduce the audience to original writings. Age 16 & up. A partnership between IU Arts & Humanities Council, IU Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, and the Friends of the Library.
6:30–8 PM (participants sign in at 6 PM) Grand Hall, Indiana University Cook Center for Public Arts & Humanities Maxwell Hall, 750 E. Kirkwood Ave
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Lotus Latin Nights
March 11 @ 9:00 pm – 11:59 pm
Join us on second Fridays of every month for our monthly Lotus Latin Nights, taking place on the second Thursday of every month at the Lotus Firebay, 105 S Rogers Street, Bloomington, IN.
Dance to salsa, bachata, cumbia, timba, and merengue, curated by DJ Maria.
*Proof of vaccination required for entry and participation*
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