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APRIL/MAY/JUNE 2014 YOUR INSIDE LOOK AT THE AMERICAN THEATRE and THE CHARLES H. TAYLOR ARTS CENTER

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MODERN JAZZ FUSION | THE TROCKS ARE BACK | ONE OF THE GREATEST PIANISTS OF THE 21ST CENTURY | HAMPTON ROADS ARTISTS | VIRGINIA SYMPHONY UP CLOSE & PERSONAL | POETRY, CLASSES & SUMMER CAMPS WITH HAMPTON ARTS

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THE CHARLES H. TAYLOR ARTS CENTER4205 Victoria BoulevardHampton, VA 23669Tel: 757-727-1490Email: [email protected]

THE AMERICAN THEATRE125 East Mellen StreetHampton, VA 23663Tel: 757-722-2787Email: [email protected]

The Hampton Arts Foundation is a not-for-profit, 501(c) (3) corporation. All contributions are deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

JOE TSAO, DIRECTOR

Terri Vander Vennet Assistant Director (Finance and Administration)Kevin Spence Assistant Director (Operations and Events)Jeff Stern Artistic DirectorJames Warwick Jones Gallery ManagerKeith Smith Production ManagerMary Blackwell Business ManagerBessie Crotts Box Office ManagerAngela McPherson Marketing ManagerBarry Landau Food & Beverage ManagerSandra Sanders Changeover & Housekeeping Manager

THE HAMPTON ARTS COMMISSIONNANCY EASON, CHAIRPERSON*James DeesJoshua HeadGaylene KanoytonAlvis MannRegina MaysJackie MerrittDeborah ReeseGail RehmertJacqueline RossThe Hon. Christopher StuartGeorge M. Ware

THE CHARLES H. TAYLOR ARTS CENTER BOARD OF TRUSTEESDEBBIE SCOTT, PRESIDENTRichard M. Bagley, Jr.Pearl BraxtonJudge Louis R. Lerner (Emeritus)Douglas E. Miller, Esq.Dr. Linda Shifflette

HAMPTON ARTS FOUNDATIONNANCY LAWSON ALLEN, PRESIDENTDuncan Garnett, Vice PresidentKenneth M. Krakaur, TreasurerNancy AdamsAnn Marie BattenThe Hon. Melanie Rapp BealeMargaret BlakeCindy CutlerDr. Charrita DanleyDr. Robert E. HowardBud LongoRoxanne Lopez-BrownGlenda McAuleyThe Hon. John MillerThe Hon. Ross A. MuglerDonna PalmerDebbie ScottThe Hon. Joseph H. Spencer, IIAnn TemplemanJim ThompsonSusan Van Sloten

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* also serve on the Hampton Arts Foundation Board

From the DirectorAs I look back on the snowstorms of January and remember

the cold, blustery days of February and March, I’m more eager than ever to welcome the harbinger of spring. In spite of the bitter winter weather, we enjoyed a wonderful assortment of theatre performances and art exhibitions and now look forward to the last quarter of our Season of Faves. Our spring offerings at the Theatre include fabulous musical performances and the hilarious dance phenomenon, Les Ballets Trockadero. You won’t want to miss these! In the Arts Center, be sure to enjoy the Artists Who Teach and the Hampton Roads Artists Groups exhibitions.

Always my favorite season, spring represents renewal, fresh ideas and new opportunities. I am working closely with our Artistic Director, Jeff Stern, on increasing the focus of our mission to educate and inspire through participation in arts. Hampton Arts is expanding its educational mission by offering more learning opportunities in the Theatre and the Arts Center. Many of the live performances this season have had an educational component to them — Buffalo Soldier and The Story of Jackie Robinson both entertained and taught viewers about significant events in our country’s history. What makes Buffalo Soldiers uniquely educational is that the stage show was complimented by the appearance of the real-life Buffalo Riders of Hampton Roads….live horses and all. The Buffalo Riders of Hampton Roads are an African-American equestrian team dedicated to honoring by preserving the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers and black cowboys of the old west. Additionally, Ken Wright, the president of the Buffalo Riders, an established painter, whose work is in collection all over the world including the White House, exhibited his artwork during the performance in the theatre’s new gallery. What a wonderfully unique way to educate and to learn – by combining performing arts with visual arts and interactive dialogue on the same subject using multiple mediums! These are such valuable opportunities to enrich the quality of life for our community, and we are dedicated to increasing this commitment.

This winter also brought some very sad news. Evelyn McDonald, Hampton Arts Sales Associate, died suddenly. Evelyn worked tirelessly to advocate Hampton Arts. She will be missed but her spirit will live on in the rest of us at Hampton Coliseum, The American Theatre and The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center. We shall forge ahead and carry on the work of advancing arts in Hampton Roads. Thank you, Evelyn, rest in peace.

Joe Tsao, Director

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With his Buffalo Soldier artwork as the backdrop, artist and President of the Buffalo Riders of Hampton Roads, Ken Wright (pictured, far left), poses with his fellow Buffalo Riders in our gallery.


In This IssueAPRIL/MAY/JUNE 2014 A quarterly magazine published by Hampton Arts to promote

The American Theatre and The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center.

1 From the Director — Joe Tsao

3 My View from the Wings — Jeff Stern

IN THE GALLERIES 5 Artists Who Teach (now through April 27) —

In conjunction with In The Face of Creativity by Tisha Rose, this exhibition features works by local artists who currently teach art at Peninsula schools

16 Hampton Roads Artists Groups Juried Exhibition (May 3–June 1) — Presenting both 2D and 3D artworks in a range of media, this exhibition showcases works by locally based artists groups.

32 Poetry Inspired by Art — A Collection of art-inspired poetry from the recent poetry events at The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center

40 Hampton Roads Folk (June 7–July 20) — This exhibition features works in a range of traditions including: folk, primitive, naïve, visionary, outside and self-taught.

ON STAGE

7 Jon Batiste and Stay Human — Come see this Jazz piano virtuoso with his band for an evening of eclectic and user-friendly jazz.

10 Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo — Men stuffed into tutus, delicately balancing en pointe — the Trocks are back!

15 Yevgeny Sudbin — Don’t miss one of the greatest pianists of the 21st century!

19 VSO Chamber Orchestra — Experience the Virginia Symphony in a new way, up close and personal.

42 Summer at the Theatre and a Sneak Peek — Enjoy Summer with some of your favorites and come back to experience some new ones.

A Season of Faves EXTRA, EXTRA

9 Courageous Women: Stories of Pain and Restoration — A theatrical event in monologue form telling the stories of eight courageous women.

13 The Word on Mellen Street — This month it’s “Happening.” Check out the events in Phoebus.

31 Volunteer Spotlight — A focus on a few of our amazing volunteers and how they help us do what we do.

41 In Memoriam — Remembering a dear family member and Hampton Arts supporter

44 Hampton Arts Sponsors — Thanks to all who have supported Hampton Arts

OUR REGULAR DEPARTMENTS 20 Encore — A look back at recent events

22 In the Studio — Spring classes at the Arts Center, along with Yoga Therapy at the Theatre

27 Bravo — A review of the Hampton Arts League Open Members Exhibition

34 Summer Camps — A variety of fun-filled adventures on stage and in the studio at The American Theatre.

36 In The Studio — Summer classes at the Arts Center, along with Yoga Therapy at the Theatre

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My View from the WingsBY THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Bleak though it was at times this winter, our artists found ways to make us laugh, cry, and reflect: a frost-bitten treasure trove of sold-out performances at The American Theatre; award-winning exhibits at The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center; and life-affirming fellowship throughout the Hampton community. Behold! Our days of defrosting, layering and hibernating are quickly coming to an end.

Spring is nature’s way of saying, Let’s party!’

— ROBIN WILLIAMS

Welcome to spring at Hampton Arts: it’s really a lot like winter, just without the long-johns. I invite you to read this issue of Diversions outside, among the emerging

sounds and colors of our reawakening landscape. Don’t forget to take that highlighter with you (and perhaps your favorite beverage) so you can circle the shows, classes, camps and exhibits you want to attend. In this issue we spotlight: the good things happening in Phoebus; our wonderfully talented volunteers; and to celebrate National Poetry Month in April, our Poetry Inspired by Art initiative.

Yes, spring has just arrived, but it’s never too early to think about the summer! Please take a few moments to peruse our summer camp and class offerings. Just a friendly reminder, don’t delay your registration — our camps fill quickly.

Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the embraces

of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love! — SITTING BULL

Artist Evelyn Ward with her artwork at the Hampton Arts League Art Exhibition opening reception in February.

(l to r) Kevin Spence, Debbie Maida and Jeff celebrating the holidays at The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center.

Interested in what’s coming next season? Our Season of Faves comes to a close in May, but we are already looking ahead. A sneak-peek at our upcoming 2014/15 Season is inside this issue, as well.

On behalf of the entire team at Hampton Arts, I wish you a spring filled with creativity and renewal. See you soon.

Jeff Stern, Artistic DirectorHampton Coliseum/Hampton Arts Commission

Celebrating spring onstage during The Blues is Still Good News concert.

Jeff and Fernando Jones in the lobby of the Theatre.


IN THE GALLERIESGallery Hours Tue–Fri: 10am–6pm, Weekends: 1pm–5pm THE CHARLES H. TAYLOR ARTS CENTER 757-727-1490

March 15–April 27, 2014

Artists Who Teach Juried Exhibition

Nicole Santiago, Susan with Toys, oil

CALL FOR EXHIBITION ENTRIES:July 26–September 7 VIRGINIA ARTISTS 2014 Juried Exhibition

The deadline to enter our major juried competition of the year is May 11. This annual competition showcases the talents of many

of Virginia’s finest artists and craftsmen and features awards in each media including: drawing, printmaking, painting, photography, crafts, watercolor, mixed media, and sculpture. Total cash awards of $6,750 will be presented, including a $1,500 award for ‘Best in Show.’ Tosha Grantham, Curator at The Second Street Gallery in Charlottesville will serve as the juror. The exhibition prospectus was sent to our mailing list last February, please contact [email protected] if you are not on our mailing list and would like to receive a prospectus.

David Dodge Lewis, Jo, oil2013 Best in Show

“To teach is a privilege; to create, that is sheer joy. To be allowed to do both is an honor.”

— GARY HESS, CHTAC PHOTOGRAPHY INSTRUCTOR

Gary is featured in this juried exhibition of over 105 art works, as are other artists currently teaching art in colleges and universities on the peninsula, art centers throughout Hampton Roads, as well as in our region’s public, private and parochial schools. Works in drawing, watercolor, painting, crafts printmaking, photography and sculpture featuring a wide range of styles and content will be on view.

Cash awards totaling $850, including $500 First Place, $250 Second Place, $100 Third Place, in addition to five Awards of Merit and five Honorable Mentions were selected by the juror, Jeffrey Allison, Manager of Statewide Programs and Exhibitions at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Gary HessIn Safe Harborphotograph

Christie LiddellKellie Wells

digital media


IN THE GALLERIES Gallery Hours Tue–Fri: 10am–6pm, Weekends: 1pm–5pm THE CHARLES H. TAYLOR ARTS CENTER 757-727-1490

Hampton Arts League Open Members Exhibition Awards AnnouncedThe criteria for jurying an exhibition is unique for every juror, and though I know from personal experience that it is nice to get recognition and awards, I also know (from personal experience) how disappointing it is to be overlooked. Just remember that this is just one person’s opinion, and it may or may not be valid. For those who may be disappointed, I encourage you to continue your pursuit of creative expression and the public sharing of your art. It takes courage to put your work out there to be judged by others. Excerpt from Linda Carey’s Juror’s statement. Juror, Linda Carey, artist and art educator, selected the following awards in the Hampton Arts League Open Members Exhibition which ended March 9:

$500 First PlaceJune Skalak, Outside My Window Pussy Willows Bloom, oil (see page 27)

$250 Second PlaceAmpofo-Anti, Mampong Zikkurat, clay (see page 28)

$100 Third PlaceAkiko Tanaka, Winter Flower, ceramic, wood fired (see page 28)

Award of ExcellenceWade Mickley, Waning Gibbous, 3 color screen printMary Christie, September Just Seemed to Burn, soft pastelArthur Wycoff, Pueblo 1 — Ancestral Voices, photographJudith Saunders, Copper Angles & Curves, plaited copperBill Pinkham, Knobosity, clay

Award of MeritThomas Daley, Onancock Kayak Shack, watercolorJennifer Fitzpatrick, Beached, digital photographKaren Long Freidt, One, mixed mediaAllen Ayres, Building #205, Fort Monroe, pencil drawingJames Warwick Jones, Sunlit Pueblo Ladder, acrylicRobert M. Elliot, Jr., In Silvis Autumni (In the Autumn Woods), acrylicAl Staszesky, The Gathering, oil on canvasCatherine Delsandro Walsh, Ranchos de Taos Church, acrylicJohnny Mack, Johnny, graphiteYvonne Wilson Boone, Blues I ( from the Trawlers Series), photographLinda Kelley, Through the Gates of Orkenise, acrylicPat Kirby, Fir in November, pastelAshley House, Class in Session, digital photographMeryl Kessler, Light in the Night, oil

Honorable MentionEdith Hughes, French Monastery, acrylicLaRhue Mitchell, A Harsh Innocence, watercolor Stuart Saunders, Squids, digital photographAngeletta aka Angela Stroup, Gullah Dancers, mixed water mediaLaura Pyka, In Flight, acrylic on canvasRodney Vicik, Sign Painter Kit, painted sign box David Francis Alexick, Within the Sound of the Harp, acrylic Setsu Putney, Saturn, ceramicKaren Woodward, Black Birds Passing Through, oilSharon Judkins, Repurposed: Chicken Wings Meat Tray #2, acrylicJudith DaPrano, Close, oilMelanie Chambers Hartman, Morning Moon — Back Creek, oilPatrick Harden, Red, colored pencilPamela Moberg Oden, Grandview’s Gentle Surf, acrylic

Through April 27

In The Face Of CreativityRECENT PAINTINGS BY TISHA ROSE

Hampton artist, Tisha Rose was awarded the First Place Award in Artists Who Teach 2013 Exhibition. This exhibition features her recent paintings of portraits, figures and other subjects. In her 47-year career, this multi-faceted artist and art teacher has worked as a muralist, graphic designer, picture framer, gallery owner, interior designer, portrait painter, art instructor and arts volunteer.

Beginning April 25, Tisha will be teaching a new class at The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center, Learn How to Learn to Paint, using just basic materials and very few colors to see in a new way and sharpen your skills of observation. Register now for this exciting class. See page 22 of this issue for more information.

Have Hammer, acrylic

Molly, acrylic

I can’t teach you to paint, I can teach you how

to learn to paint.

—TISHA ROSE


Jazz piano virtuoso Jon Batiste visits Hampton with his Stay Human band to deliver an evening of authentic storytelling packaged in his unique interpretations. Raised in New Orleans with a proud jazz heritage and educated at Juilliard, this 26-year-old is turning heads of critics and jazz fans worldwide. With his modern take on American music and use of the harmonaboard, Batiste has collaborated with musicians from across the spectrum — Prince, Lenny Kravitz, Wynton Marsalis, Jimmy Buffett and Harry Connick, Jr. among many others. He met his band in school at Juilliard — and can do “modern jazz” with a metropolitan attitude. And yes, there’s a tuba.

Batiste is dedicated to igniting the next generation of musicians

and in his position as co-director and music curator at The National Jazz Museum in Harlem where he programs year-long educational workshops for hundreds of students. As a traveling ambassador for NY based non-profit “Music Unites,” he works to bring music education to kids with an ear and passion for music. Jon Batiste has a natural entertainer’s charisma and chops to match.

JAZZ

Thursday, April 10, 7:30pm$30/$35

Music this eclectic and user-friendly could make jazz popular again. Batiste, at 26, can’t remember such days. But he’s doing his best to bring them back. — CARLO WOLFE, JAZZTIMES

Jon Batiste and Stay Human

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NEWS & NOTES

Courageous WomenStories of Pain and restoration

Courageous Women: Stories of Pain and Restoration is a healing theatrical event: presenting, in monologue form, the stories of eight courageous women who have battled issues from sexual abuse to low self-esteem. The production concept was initiated by Hampton counselor, Kimtrese Slaughter.

Slaughter reached out to Marie St. Clair, a playwright, director, as well as Coordinator for the Urban Performing Arts Programs/ Hampton Parks and Recreation, and asked for her assistance to help develop the stories. “I jumped on it immediately,” said Ms. St. Clair. “We met with the ladies and discussed their individual life

stories; it was a very powerful experience for me.”The process of turning their experiences into a presentation was

carefully considered. “I asked the ladies to write down their stories,” described Ms. St. Clair. “Once on paper, we worked together to make sure that their stories were ready to present to an audience.”

The American Theatre has partnered with this upcoming event, making preparations to present the performance in the intimate setting of the Lecture Hall. “This is why we are here,” said Jeff Stern, Artistic Director for The American Theatre. “We believe in the power of the arts to change lives and bring communities closer together. We are fully supportive of these brave women.”

Ms. St. Clair shared her expectations about the coming performance, to be presented to an invited audience in early April; “The level of intensity will vary from performer to performer, and will end with a message of hope. The goal of these eight courageous women is that their powerful stories will touch the audience, and create a dialogue for change prompting more events in the future.”

“I felt it was necessary for these stories to be shared in order to help other women. If we know that we’re not alone, or hear that our pain happens to others, then it empowers us to make the needed changes

or at least reach out for help.” — KIMTRESE SLAUGHTER

H.S. Senior Mentorship with Rachel

In the previous edition of Diversions, we profiled Rachel Kilgore from Kecoughtan High School completing her Senior Mentorship Program with us. It’s been a pleasure to get to know and work with Rachel — here are her comments:

“The focus [of my mentorship] has been on creative writing, specifically for drama. The only way to get better at writing is to keep writing. True, at times it seems as if I am simply staring out of the window, but I really am working out what to put down next. One of the most helpful things is that I have a set time, in a set place, to beat around ideas and work out dialogue without distraction. It is exciting to think that these last few weeks have culminated in an acceptable draft of a script, for now titled The Argument. When I began, I started thinking about a situation: what if fate and free will could have an argument? What would they fight about? Who would win? And... what would fate and free will even act like if they were personified? It has been a challenge, but I believe I have ended up with a nice draft that adequately answers these questions. The script needs more editing (a real title) but it should most certainly be ready to go before I leave the American Theatre in May. If there’s one thing for certain that I have learned so far, it is that writing takes time, and it is necessary to develop a plan and process to proceed.”

Please join Rachel as The American Theatre presents her original 10 minute play, The Argument, on Friday, May 30 at 7pm in the lecture hall. Admission is free, but space is limited, so please call our box office to reserve your seats.

Kimtrese Slaughter (pictured at bottom) and Marie St. Clair help eight brave women share their personal stories onstage.


One of the things I love about the Trocks is that all of the dancers, no matter the number of foibles they’ve added into the show to make you laugh, are exceptional dancers… Take every trope, every hackneyed ballet convention, and watch the Trocks take it to a comical extreme. — CHICAGO DANCE DIGEST


The sight of large male bodies stuffed into tutus delicately balancing en pointe is just the beginning of the fun. This all-male ballet company specializes in hilarious twists on the classics such as Swan Lake, Don Quixote, and Giselle, with equal parts comedy and technical prowess. The talented dancers, playing both male and female roles, perform an impressive repertoire of both classical ballet and contemporary dance. They are poking fun, but they are doing so with excellent form and skill, making this a delight for dance aficionados and novices alike. Founded in 1974 by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view of traditional, classical ballet in parody form, Les Ballets Trockadero De Monte Carlo first performed in the late-late shows in Off-Off Broadway lofts. Within a year,

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

their loving knowledge of dance and comic approach was being noted beyond New York. Since those beginnings, the Trocks have established themselves as a major dance phenomenon throughout the world. Audiences can’t get enough of their graceful movement, hilarious wit, frilly tutus and man-sized toe shoes as they gain popularity and consistently attract new audiences across the globe.

DANCE/SPECIAL EVENT

Thursday, April 24, 7:30pm Friday, April 25, 8:00pm $45


Weekly EventsMonthly EventsSpecial Events

Happening!PHOEBUS

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2nd Saturday Arts WalkPhoebus and Downtown HamptonSecond Saturday, 11am until…May 10th & June 14th Held on the Second Saturday of each month, the Arts Walk encouragespartnerships between artists and businesses, both working together to present an array of music, poetry,children’s activities, visual art, and performances. The goal is to showcase Downtown Hampton andPhoebus as a place for the community to live, shop, eat, work and play.

Happening!Sarah’s Irish Pub Open-Mic NightEvery Tuesday, 7pm38 E. Mellen St., Phoebus Hosted by Don Butcher. Sarah’s gathering is a popular jam session featuring many of the area’s best blues musicians. The session features full-band jams as opposed to the acoustic solo acts or duos heard elsewhere.

Victorian Tea Station Open-Mic Night Every Thursday, 7pm36 N. Mallory Street, PhoebusHosted by Vaughn Deel. The station hosts open-mic every Thursday, this open mic is well attended by players and listeners alike with videos shot and posted most Thursdays by one of the attendees. This is the place where other working musicians come on a night off to listen or try out new tunes.

The Point at Phoebus — Friday and Saturday LiveEvery Friday & Saturday, 9pm–Midnight30 East Mellen Street, PhoebusThe best live jazz, folk, and acoustic music each Friday and Saturday night.

Olde Towne Tavern — Honky Tonk Saturday NightsEvery Saturday, 9pm–Midnight31 E. Mellen Street, PhoebusThe best in local country/rock, bringing you old and new music every Saturday night.

Think Phoebus is a sleepy area that only comes alive when there’s a show at The American Theatre? Think again! Phoebus is hopping with special, monthly, and weekly events. Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got it — and it’s happening almost every night of the week. Check out our list of upcoming events, and make plans to join us. See you very soon in historic, fun and HAPPENING Phoebus.

Phoebus Spring FlingApril 26th, 10am–3pmBring the family and ‘Celebrate Spring in Phoebus’! Presented by the community of Phoebus, this year’s Fling features a fun Scavenger hunt, tasty food, live entertainment, and be sure to visit participating stores to receive special discounts. A craft and vendor fair will take place on the field between the Masonic Lodge and Phoebus United Methodist Church.

Children’s Carnival May 24th, 10am–4pmInternational Order of Rainbow for Girls will host a Children’s Carnival for Kids, Pets and Parents! Bring the entire household (including the dog) for fun games and a wonderful vendor fair, the local Phoebus merchants will be participating as well with lots of good deals.

The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a girl’s youth group for young ladies ages 11–20. Through events like the Carnival, the girls raise money for charities and perform community services like playing Bingo with the residents of Shelton Home and feeding the Homeless.

Phoebus Auto’s and AntiquesJune 7th, 9am–3pmWe’ve combined the best of both worlds for this fun event: The Monitor Lodge Car Show and an Antique Appraisal Fair. Delicious foods, craft vendors, and major deals at Phoebus merchants, add to the fun.

The car show is Monitor Lodge’s way of raising money for their Child ID program (www.vachip.org). It is a service they offer to the community free of charge. The Phoebus Auction House will offer appraisals throughout the day.


It is rare to be at a concert where one is utterly captivated from the first note until the very last has faded to silence,

but such was the effect of Russian pianist Yevgeny Sudbin.

— FRANCES WILSON, bachtrack

Yevgeny Sudbin has been hailed by the Daily Telegraph (UK) as “potentially one of the greatest pianists of the 21st century.” In the midst of a seven year (and fourteen album) collaboration with BIS Records, his recordings have met with overwhelming critical acclaim. The International Record Review stated that Sudbin’s Rachmaninoff recording “confirms him as one of the most important pianistic talents of our time.” His release of works by Scriabin was chosen CD of the Year by London’s Daily Telegraph, CD of the Month by BBC Music Magazine, and was awarded the MIDEM Classical Award for best solo instrument CD at Cannes.

Although he plays Rachmaninoff and other virtuosic repertory, Yevgeny Sudbin has garnered much attention for his Scarlatti sonatas and other Baroque-era works. In general, too, he has eschewed the blood-and-thunder standards from the Romantic and post-Romantic eras, favoring instead programs that offer healthy doses of Scriabin, Medtner, and even Vainberg. Sudbin, London-based since 1997, has had mostly non-Russian teachers and is thus not in the mold of the Russian piano tradition. That said, he possesses the equipment and interpretive sensibilities of some of the finest pianists Russia has produced, like Richter and Gilels.

CLASSICAL

Thursday, May 1, 7:30pm $25/$30

Yevgeny Sudbin pianist



May 3–June 1, 2014

Hampton Roads Artists Groups Juried Exhibition

Who sees the human face correctly: the photographer, the mirror, or the painter?

—PABLO PICASSO

The Tidewater area is home to not only talented individual artists, but also groups of like-minded artists with common interests in a shared media or creative endeavor. This invitational group exhibition features artworks selected and submitted by sixteen diverse artists groups based in Hampton Roads. These groups preselected entries from their member artists, which were then juried into the final exhibition. The exhibition presents both two and three dimensional artworks in a wide range of media, style, and content. Some of the groups invited to participate include: The Bead Society of Southeastern Virginia; Ceramic Designers Association; Chesapeake Bay Art Association; Chesapeake Bay Watercolorists; 54-40 African-American Quilters Guild; Hampton Arts League; Hampton Roads Digital Camera Club; Isle of Wight Art League; Peninsula Glass Guild, Peninsula Watermedia Society; Poquoson Art League; This Century Art Gallery; Tidewater Arts Alliance; Tidewater Turners; and Williamsburg Spinners and Weavers Guild. The resulting combination of talent, media and subject matter entered by our participating artist groups provides a truly spectacular exhibition experience.

Elizabeth McGinnInspecting the

Catchoil

(Tidewater Arts Alliance)

Jacqueline BruceLotus Time

pastel (This Century Art Gallery)


Sandra F. RandolphTraveling at a Snail’s Pace(54-40 African-American Quilters Guild)

Chuck MosserSpalted Sunrisewood (Tidewater Turners)

Dianne HottensteinChoice or Chanceclay (Tidewater Arts Alliance)

Michelle BarnesConfluence

encaustic (Tidewater Arts

Alliance)


atThe American Theatre

Experience the Virginia Symphony in a new way... up close and personal! The VSO Chamber Music performance features a small ensemble of musicians performing beautiful music in an intimate setting. Simply divine.

Recognized as one of the nation’s leading regional symphony orchestras, the Virginia Symphony has enriched the cultural life of the Hampton Roads community for more than nine decades. Recent great achievements of the Virginia Symphony include five compact disc recordings for national release, a performance of Peter and the Wolf which was aired on National Public Radio, and groundbreaking performances at the Kennedy Center and New York’s Carnegie Hall. The Virginia Symphony is a pillar of the Hampton Roads arts community and in many ways serves as the cultural cornerstone for the region. Each year, the orchestra presents a series of Classics, Pops and Family concerts in Norfolk, Newport News, Williamsburg and Virginia Beach. In addition,

their educational and outreach programs touch the lives of more than 56,000 students and adults per season through concerts, lectures and presentations, in-school-residences, master classes, open rehearsals, student performances, collaborations with other organizations and an array of community engagement programs.

CLASSICAL

Thursday, May 29, 7:30pm $25/$30

VSO Chamber Orchestra

“Hampton Roads residents should really appreciate what an incredible treasure they have in the Virginia Symphony. Support them however

you can if you want them to stay around.” — LEONA BAKER, VIRGINIA BEACH, VIA YELP


ENCORE AT THE AMERICAN THEATRE

After the heartwarming production of A Christmas Carol, she had one question: What show to see next?

Sydney, age 5, from Poquoson. Posed in her holiday finery just after enjoying A Christmas Carol.

Cadets from Girl Scout Troop 4020, front row (left to right): Savannah Currier, Elise Whitley, Morgan Riggins, Gabrielle Newsome, Brandi Chandler, Kayla Gaddy, Elizabeth Robertson, Aubree Altpeter, Dejanna Jean, Deanna Fitzgerald, Erin Weigel, Ciera Davis, Jazzlyn Childs, Samjha Mosiah. Back Row: Delois Fitzgerald, Sharmaine Riggins, Tosha Coleman, Michelle Robertson, Dejanna Jean at A Christmas Carol.

Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, lead singer for Danú, signing CD’s after their magical show.

After a wonderful show, these patrons asked for a quick picture with a member of Danú.

The final moments of Danú’s magical Christmas concert.

This gentleman drove in from Baltimore, MD just to see Cantus. He let us know that the performance was well worth the trip.

A few members of Cantus relax in the lobby after their performance: described by our audiences as a deeply moving experience.

Members of VSO Holiday Brass in performance.


ENCORE

The Buffalo Riders of Hampton Roads provided horse rides after each performance of Buffalo Soldier.

Just after our first performance of Buffalo Soldier, this group of patrons is proudly wearing their yellow bandanas.

The lead actors and tour director for the stage production, Fahrenheit 451, give a pre-show lecture to a standing room only audience in our Dance Studio.

Fahrenheit 451, in performance.

Volunteers for St. Mary’s Star of the Sea school helped us for The Jackie Robinson Story.

The cast of Mad River Theatre Works performing The Jackie Robinson Story.

Walnut Street Theater cast members in their moving performance of Driving Miss Daisy.

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ADULT CLASSESYOGA: IN THE GALLERIES 18+Enjoy learning about and practicing Yoga surrounded by art in our galleries. Students will enjoy a relaxing session of breath work and meditative motion. No experience in yoga is required and students of all levels will be comfortable, as the poses are adaptable to provide the desired intensity. Please provide your own mat and wear comfortable clothing.INSTRUCTOR: JANET ABELSeSSion A: Monday EvEnings, 6:15–7:15 pM

March 31–JunE 9no class april 28, May 12, 26SeSSion B: WEdnEsday EvEnings, 6:45–7:45 pM

april 2–JunE 11no class april 30, May 14, 28 8 classes, Class limit: 12, $75 (HAL members $70)

DRAWING 15+ This class is designed for both beginning and more experienced students. Beginning students will learn basic drawing fundamentals, including materials and techniques. Experienced students will work more independently, using the materials and subject of their choice. Materials list will be provided. INSTRUCTOR: MARY LEE RUFFSeSSion A: thursdays, 1:00–3:30 pM

SeSSion B: thursdays, 6:30–9:00 pM

april 10–May 29 8 classes, Class limit: 12, $125 (HAL members $120)

DRAWING AND PRINTING FOR INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED 18+The class is for students with prior art experience to develop skills in graphite and Prismacolor pencil, Speedball pen and ink, Crayola crayon, inked scratchboard, or linoleum cut prints. Emphasis on subject and the elements of design will be discussed and application demonstrated. Class will include lectures, demonstrations, and critiques. Syllabus and material list will be given at the first class.INSTRUCTOR: JOAN RUSHIN FOLSOMsaturdays, 11:00–3:00 pM, april 5–JunE 710 classes, Class limit: 10, $155 (HAL members $150)

ABSTRACT PAINTING IN ACRYLIC 18+Ken Wright has been an abstract painter for more than 30 years, and has won over 300 awards for his paintings. In this one day workshop, students will work in acrylic painting media as they journey from realism

Hampton River by Plein Air Painting Workshop Instructor Thomas Bradshaw

to abstraction in the creative use of the design elements. Students provide their own acrylic materials. Materials list will be emailed or mailed.INSTRUCTOR: KEN WRIGHTsaturday, 1:30–4:30 pM, JunE 71 class, Class limit: 12, $40 (HAL members $35)

THE LANDSCAPE IN SOFT PASTEL 18+Beginning students will learn basic soft pastel techniques while more advanced students will take their work to another level. Emphasis will focus on color choices, composition and value. How to simplify what you see, what to leave out and why. Working from your photo, students will delve deeper into color temperature changes, edge control and atmospheric perspective. Materials list will be emailed or mailed. INSTRUCTOR: MARY CHRISTIEMondays, 6:30–9:00 pM, March 31–april 214 classes, Class limit: 12, $65 (HAL members $60)

PLEIN AIR PAINTING WORKSHOP 18+This workshop consists of 45 minutes of lecture and demo with actual outdoor painting time of approximately 4 additional hours at two painting locations, one in the morning and another in the afternoon nearby. We will learn how to capture the light and the essence of the place. You will learn how to mix new colors effectively using a limited palette. In the event of inclement weather there will be a make-up date. Materials list will be emailed or mailed.INSTRUCTOR: THOMAS BRADSHAWsunday, 10:30 aM–4:30 pM, May 4, (lunch 1–2)1 class, Class limit: 12, $35 (HAL members $30)

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AT THE CHARLES H. TAYLOR ARTS CENTER

Little Wise One by Learn How to Learn to Paint Instructor Tisha Rose

LEARN HOW TO LEARN TO PAINT! 18+Beginning students will learn fundamentals and experienced students will take their work to a new level. Simply bring paper or canvas, a few basic colors: either acrylic, alkyd or oil, any materials that you already have, plus a true desire to paint. Our concentration will be observation and the use of very few colors. Demos, individual attention and critiques if requested. INSTRUCTOR: TISHA ROSEFridays, 1:00–3:30 pM, april 25–May 306 classes, Class Limit: 12, $95 (HAL members $90)

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP 18+Beginning students will learn about the fundamental materials and techniques of watercolor, while more experienced students will sharpen their skills with individual instruction. Class will include lecture, demonstrations and critiques. Students may work from their own original photographs, still life set ups, drawings or imagination. Materials list will be emailed or mailed.INSTRUCTOR: BETTY ANGLIN WEdnEsdays, 10:00 aM–12:30 pM, March 26–JunE 411 classes, Class limit: 12, $170 (HAL members $165)

PAINTING IN OIL, ACRYLIC OR WATERCOLOR HIGH SCHOOL+Students with any level of experience from beginning to more advanced, may work with either oils, acrylics, or watercolor and explore their own style and subject matter. Beginning students will learn fundamental materials and techniques, while more experienced students will be challenged to reach another level. The class will feature lecture, demonstration, individual instruction, and critiques. Materials list will be emailed or mailed.INSTRUCTOR: JAMES WARWICK JONESSeSSion A: tuEsdays, 1:00–3:30 pM, april 1–JunE 10no class april 29 and JunE 3SeSSion B: thursdays, 6:30–9:00 pM, april 3–JunE 12no class May 1 and JunE 5SeSSion C: saturdays, 10:00 aM–12:30 pM, april 5–JunE 7no class May 3 9 classes, Class limit: 12, $140 (HAL members $135)

DIGITAL CAMERA 101 18+New to digital photography, or want to learn about how to use your digital camera? Class for beginners will cover the advantages of digital photography, the required and optional gear needed, and introduce students to the importance of the “Digital Darkroom” for post-processing of images. Class will also cover principles of composition and introduce students to the Exposure Triangle. There will be an optional shooting assignment for the second class. Bring your digital camera and instruction manual.INSTRUCTOR: GARY HESSWEdnEsdays, 6:30–9:00 pM, May 7 & 142 classes, Class limit: 12, $35 (HAL members $30)

INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY 18+ Got a digital camera? Ready to advance in your knowledge of how to use it? After a review of the basics of digital photography, this class will cover Three Steps to Better Photos. Topics covered will include The Rule of Thirds, the Exposure Triangle, Advanced Principles of Composition, and teach students an easy to learn method of shooting in Manual mode. Bring your digital camera and instruction manual.INSTRUCTOR: WAYNE BERRYWEdnEsdays, 6:30–9:00 pM, May 21 & 282 classes, Class limit: 12, $35 (HAL members $30)

CHILDREN’S CLASSESMOTHER’S DAY — EAST MEETS WEST WATERCOLORS 8+Mothers and their children explore the arts of Asia using exotic rice paper, ink and bamboo brushes. Learn traditional one stroke painting with lovely subjects such as bamboo, butterflies, insects, flowers and waterfowl. Have family fun while creating a keepsake. All materials included.INSTRUCTOR: LEE GERRY WERTHEIMERsunday, 1:30–3:30 pM, MothEr’s day, May 111 class, Class limit: 12, $20 (HAL members $15)

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DRAWING FOR KIDS 6–12Young artists will explore a variety of drawing media including, pencil, pen and ink, colored pencil, pastel and charcoal as the learn about drawing still life, portrait, landscape and other subjects. They will discover line, shape, and design as they expand their drawing skills. All materials included.INSTRUCTOR: NINNETTE SANTARONEsaturdays, 1:30–3:30 pM, april 5–May 3no class april 204 classes, Class limit: 12, $70

PAINTING FOR KIDS 6–12Young artists will explore a variety of painting media including watercolor, tempera and mixed media as they learn about painting still life, portrait, landscape and other subjects. They will learn about materials, techniques, color mixing and design as they expand their painting skills. All materials included. INSTRUCTOR: AMANDA WALLACE saturdays, 1:30–3:30 pM, May 10–314 classes, Class limit: 12, $75

NOTES FOR ALL CLASSES:• Dress for Mess!• All materials provided for children’s classes, unless otherwise noted.• Please register early to ensure you have a space in class.• Refunds will not be given for students withdrawing from classes.

Credits will be given for future classes.• Please inform CHTAC of student’s special needs when registering,

studio is not wheelchair accessible.• A $5.00 processing fee will be added to all credit card payments not

made in person.• Students should not arrive more than 15 minutes early for a class

and should be picked up promptly at the end of class.

ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS:JANET ABEL, an E.R.Y.T. — Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, has been teaching yoga since 2001.BETTY ANGLIN graduated from W&M and taught watercolor at CNU for 40 years before retiring in 2011.WAYNE BERRY is a working photographer and photography instructor.THOMAS BRADSHAW is an award winning Hampton Roads artist and plein air painter.NINNETTE SANTARONE is an enthusiastic, Hampton schools art teacher with a master’s degree in art.MARY CHRISTIE received her BA in Studio Art from California State University and has taught art five years.JOAN RUSHIN FOLSOM received her MFA from NSU and ODU and has been teaching drawing for over 30 years.GARY HESS is an award winning professional photographer with over 40 years experience.JAMES WARWICK JONES received his BS in Art Ed from ODU and has 40 years of teaching experience.TISHA ROSE is a graphic designer, certified interior design, custom picture framer and art teacher.MARY LEE RUFF is a widely exhibited, award winning artist, whose work is in the permanent collection of CHTAC.AMANDA WALLACE received her BFA degree from VCU and has been teaching since 2003.LEE GERRY WERTHEIMER holds an advanced degree in Art Education from NYU and has taught over 25 years.KEN WRIGHT has his BFA in Fine Arts and Graphics and has won over 300 awards for his painting over 30 years.

AT THE AMERICAN THEATREYOGA THERAPY WITH DR. DILIP SARKARStudents will enjoy a relaxing session of breath work and meditative motion. No experience in yoga is required and students of all levels will be comfortable, as the poses are adaptable to provide the desired intensity. Please provide your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

WEdnEsdays, 6–8pM, unlEss a pErForMancE is schEdulEd at thE aMErican thEatrE.

Class fee can be paid at the beginning of each class ($40 for 5 classes or $10 for a single session). Feel free to call (757) 722-2787 and confirm a class.

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PLEIN AIR PAINTING AT HISTORIC FORT MONROE IN HAMPTONsaturday, May 17, 9:00 aM–5:00 pM

Come and explore the architectural and landscape richness of this historic site and photograph and paint this local treasure. The site has recently been named a National Monument and become part of the National Park system. Beautiful and unusual architecture is one on the highlights with the 1834 stone fortress with moat, Old Point Comfort Lighthouse, Chapel of the Centurion, Hotel Chamberlin and numerous other structures. The varied landscape includes ancient windswept live oaks, beaches and marshes. Participating artists will vote on the $150 Best in Show Award. Contact [email protected] or call 727-1490 to receive an itinerary and register for the event.

Cost: $20 ($15 HAL members) thE public is invitEd to attEnd thE critiquE, inForMal rEcEption and “WEt paint salE” FroM 4:00–5:00 pM.

Special Events

ART MUSEUM BUS TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.WEdnEsday, May 7, 8:00 aM–10:00 pM

Join painters, photographers and art lovers for this one day bus trip to Washington, DC to visit art museums, shops and restaurants. You may choose to visit the special Andrew Wyeth: Looking Out, Looking In exhibition at The National Gallery, featuring 60 drawings, watercolors and temperas focused on the depiction of windows in his art. Other art museums include the National Portrait Gallery, National Museum of Women Artists, African Art Museum, the Phillips Collection or many more. Contact [email protected] or call 727-1490 for more information, an itinerary or to register. These fun trips always fill up!

$60 ($55 HAL members)


BRAVO AT THE CHARLES H. TAYLOR ARTS CENTER

The Tuesday Morning Painters Group was well represented in the HAL Open Members exhibition.

Alex Drewery, Darlene Mundy and Jo Louise Harding at HAL 2014 Reception.

Richard Ward and Gerome Meminger, Sr. at HAL 2014 Reception.

June Skalak, Outside My Window Pussy Willows Bloom, oilFirst Place Winner, HAL 2014


BRAVO

Ampofo-Anti, Mampong Zikkurat, clay2nd Place Winner HAL 2014

Phillip Antoine Leonard and Family at HAL 2014 Reception.

HAL Artists Ethel Long, Wade Mickley, Karen Freidt and Entourage at HAL 2014 Reception.

Akiko Tanaka, Winter Flower, ceramic, wood fired3rd Place Winner HAL 2014


Lois Fears and Lynda Aponte, preparing to usher.

(left to right) Shirley Boyd, Cynthia Edahl, Robert Edahl and Barbara

Krumpen discussing a busy two show day.

“Our volunteers are a smiling resource for the arts and ambassadors for the good

things happening at Hampton Arts.”Hampton Arts volunteers: a team of dedicated individuals over

100 strong. Simply put, they are how we are able to do what we do. We decided it was time to put them in the spotlight and celebrate their service. This Volunteer Spotlight section, a new and continuing feature in Diversions, will feature pictures and stories of our amazing volunteers.

preparing to usher.preparing to usher.

Volunteers Carolyn Riley, Ben Carl Riley, Janet Lawrence, Shirley Boyd and Loye Spencer at PGG 2013 Reception.

Vicki Miller (left) and Sylvia Rumsey

in the concession stand.

Mary Young,

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Volunteer Spotlight

Hampton Arts volunteer coordination is managed by Kevin Spence, Assistant Director for Operations and Events (pictured above with volunteers Loye Spencer and Monique Gosselin). His responsibilities include guest services for The American Theatre, The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center and Hampton Coliseum. When asked, Kevin wasn’t shy about sharing his admiration for our volunteers:

“Volunteers are the backbone of Hampton Arts. Our volunteers have decided to contribute the most precious resource of all, their time. Their service is truly a gift to Hampton Arts, and to the entire arts community and we are very fortunate to have such an incredibly talented, dedicated, and fun team of volunteers.”

Join Us! As a volunteer, you can participate in numerous ways, including: ushering, concession/ merchandise sales, and front-of-house service at The American Theatre; hanging art exhibitions and assisting with artist receptions at The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center; and even distributing Diversions magazine to businesses throughout the community. If you’d like to join our dedicated Hampton Arts volunteer team, please call the guest services office at (757)722-2787 ext. 5 or simply e-mail us at [email protected].

Connie Ralston, ready for her usher duties


IN THE GALLERIES Gallery Hours Tue–Fri: 10aM–6pM, Weekends: 1pM–5pM

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DIVERSIONS April/May/June 2014

PYRAMIDGlass Sculpture Pyramid by Dan KistlerPoem by Stephen Faleski

From basic shapesA fragile form gives rise.Squares and circles interlockLike children’s building blocksIn an intricate weave of color.

Each puzzle piece itselfA work of artThat, when combined,Becomes much moreThan the sum of its parts.

A puzzling piece indeed,This pyramid.How does it fit With all the others in the show?We may never know.

BLUE SWIRLED BOWLBlue Swirled Bowl (glass) by Colin MckinnonPoem by Bob Kelly (2013)

Some days we feel at loss as our options seem to narrow squeezing our lives into ever diminishing choices like the spinning, in turning,hypno-spiral that pulls our eyes around and around from the broad outer perimeter of the circle down the ever diminishing path into the vortex of nothingness.

And then we behold this bowl rising from its base in elegant expanding strands of clear and blue crystal, swirling up from their vortex, outturning, ever widening, expanding, reminding us of the unlimited possibilitiesahead in life, filling us with hope, breathing space, anticipation of new horizons; yes this bowl is “inspiration” frozen in glass forever.

Poetry Inspired by Art James Warwick Jones, Gallery Manager at The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center, began pairing poetry with art in June of 2013, during the exhibition WORD: Artworks Including, Inspired by or Relating to the Written Word. The event proved so popular that he continued the Poetry Inspired by Art initiative for every subsequent art exhibition. Celebrating National Poetry Month in April, we selected striking visual examples of the poetry and art pairings as seen in our gallery this season.


KNOBOSITYClay sculpture Knobosity by Bill PinkhamPoem by Abigail Rathbone

It’s not The Elephant Man; It’s not the Elephant Woman. Yet somehow this clay edifice Of bumps and lumps and protuberances Seems distinctly human. Perhaps it’s a commentary On the vagaries of gender. After all what’s the difference Between male and female other Than lumps and bumps and Protuberances? Knobosity is Like one of those sea creatures that Alternates its sex depending on the Needs of the next generation--the Daddy fish who carries eggs in his mouth Evolving into Mommy fish and back Again; we never cease to marvel at The lumpy mysteries of creation. Knobosity is obscurely, a comfort toy, A mystery, and The very poster child for Evolution. You must see it from all angles yet It has no angles like a true Symbol of fertility…

ASCENTPhotograph Ascent by Al BenasPoem by Virginia Fick

You think I drift aimlessly In my pale burqa billowing; You think me inferior, decidedly Incapable of manly reasoning. Yet I’m the quintessential queen of this salty galaxy;Here in this moon-inspired womb swims all mystery.And if you dare to cross my chemical path,You’ll feel the lash of my justifiable wrath.I have within me Allah’s luminous light;To hinder my ascent, you have no right.

Budding or accomplished, all poets are invited to contribute a poem, visit our website to learn how, or ask for the submission guidelines when in our gallery. A relaxed poetry reading event is held for each exhibition. Please plan to attend our next poetry reading for the Artists Who Teach Juried Exhibition on Sunday, April 6 at 2:30 pm.


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FAIRY TALE DANCE CAMP AGES 4–7

The talented staff of the renowned Todd Rosenlieb Dance School has a special week of fun planned for your little ballerina! Daily dance classes feature arts and crafts activities centered on the ballet classics as well as favorite storybook characters. Special activities include a mid-week pizza party, and there will be a fun ‘sharing’ performance for parents and guests on the final day of camp! Campers should bring their own bag lunch (drinks provided).

Monday–Friday, 9:00 aM–12:30 pM

July 14–185 classes, Class limit: 12 dancers, $175

YOUTH DANCE CAMP AGES 8–12

A fun, fast week of ‘serious dance fun’ for your young dancer, taught by the professional dance instructors with the Todd Rosenlieb Dance School. Throughout the week, your young dancer will learn styles such as: Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern Technique as well as proper Stretch & Conditioning. Special activities include daily dance-themed arts & crafts, movie day, and a pizza party provided by the camp. There is an informal showing of choreography in each style of dance the campers learned at the end of the week for parents and guests. Each camper should bring a bagged lunch and snack daily (drinks provided), except for pizza party day!


July 28–august 15 classes, Class limit: 12 dancers, $245

SUMMER THEATER CAMP AGES 8–12

All the worlds a stage, and this summer your budding actor can ‘trod the boards’ with the help of imaginative instructors with the Todd Rosenlieb Production Company. This innovative week long camp will give students the opportunity to practice all aspects of acting and theatre craft. Campers should bring their own bag lunch (drinks provided). And a very active imagination!


august 4–85 classes, Class limit: 12 actors, $245

FERNANDO JONES’ BLUES CAMP AGES 12–18

“Blues Kids” will learn and perform America’s root music in a week long program under the direction and supervision of highly qualified instructors. Entry is competitive. Visit www.BluesKids.com for details on registration and the audition process.

Monday–Friday, 9:00 aM–1:00 pM July 21–25, 5 classEs

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MAGIC CAMP: BEGINNING MAGICIANS AGES 8–11

WANT TO LEARN THE SECRETS? Our popular annual ‘starter’ Magic Camp returns, taught by Master Illusionist, Kevin Spencer, from The Spencers: Theatre of Illusion. Learn magical creativity through the art of illusion, storytelling, music, theatre and creative movement. Your budding magician will perform live on the stage of The American Theatre on the final day of camp. Campers should bring their own bag lunch (drinks provided).


august 18–22; caMpErs’ Magic shoW: Friday, august 22, 7:00 pM

5 classes, Class limit: 12 per group, $225

MAGIC CAMP: BEYOND THE BASICS AGES 9 +

YOU CAN BE A MAGICIAN!! Yes, the ‘magic is back’; our popular annual summer Magic Camp returns taught by Master Illusionist, Kevin Spencer. This camp is designed for those who have taken our beginners camp before or already know some of the basics. Enhance your magical skills through the art of illusion, storytelling, music, theatre and creative movement. Your new magician will perform live on the stage of The American Theatre on the final day of camp. Campers should bring their own bag lunch and snacks (drinks provided).

Monday–Friday, 2:00 pM–5:00 pM august 18–22; caMpErs’ Magic shoW: Friday, august 22, 7:00 pM

5 classes, Class limit: 12 per group, $225

Back by popular demand, Kevin Spencer presents SPENCERS: THEATRE OF ILLUSION August 23, 3:00 pm & 7:30 pm. See details on page 43.

PUPPET CAMPCAMP GROUP 1 AGES 8–11

CAMP GROUP 2 AGES 12+

This unique camp allows students a rare opportunity to work with professional puppeteers from the Rainbow Puppet Productions team, with two camp groups rotating between fun and engaging ‘making’ sessions each day. Over the course of the five day camp, students will create several puppets including hand puppets from recycled materials, blacklight puppets, and even puppets made from Duct Tape… really! On the final day of camp, students will join with Rainbow Puppets to present a musical review that includes blacklight puppetry, big mouth puppets, and an exciting musical presentation featuring giant “parade puppets” created by the students. Campers should bring their own bag lunch and snacks (drinks provided).

INSTRUCTORS*:DAVID MESSICK: Rainbow Puppet Productions founder, will teach storytelling and styles of puppetry. Over the years, he has produced award winning television commercials, has worked developing television programs for the Disney Channel and Paramount Pictures, and has produced numerous original shows for Rainbow Puppets.

JAMES COPER: a principal puppeteer with Rainbow Puppet Productions. A multi-faceted performer, he produced and arranged music for Rainbow’s Amazon Adventures and created voices and set pieces for Rainbow’s newest production Follow Me — A Journey With the Tuskegee Airmen.

CRAIG T. ADAMS: a guest artist and renowned puppet maker. He has years of television and live performance history with his own Fuzz and Stuffing company and through work with Rainbow Puppet Productions.

JASON WIEDEL: an award-winning artist teaching set-building and painting. He has directed children’s puppet programs and taken those groups across the country and to overseas locations. He is also a gifted vocal artist and has created some of the most memorable characters on Rainbow’s cd’s and live performances.

STEVE SHEFFLER: an audio and video producer teaching recording techniques. He produces all of Rainbow Puppet Productions’ original music as well as television commercials and video productions for the Daily Press and other organizations.

Monday–Friday, 9:00 aM–3:00 pMaugust 11–155 classes, Class limit: 15 per group, $200*Instructors subject to change without notice.

KEVIN SPENCER

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ADULT CLASSESYOGA IN THE GALLERIES 18+Enjoy learning about and practicing Yoga surrounded by art in our galleries. Students will enjoy a relaxing session of breath work and meditative motion. No experience in yoga is required and students of all levels will be comfortable, as the poses are adaptable to provide the desired intensity. Please provide your own mat and comfortable clothing.INSTRUCTOR: JANET ABELSeSSion A: Monday EvEnings, 6:15–7:30 pM

JunE 9–July 28SeSSion B: WEdnEsday EvEnings, 6:45–7:45 pM JunE 11–July 30 8 classes, Class limit: 12, $75 (HAL members $70)

DRAWING WORKSHOP 17+

BLACK AND WHITE FOR BEGINNING STUDENTS COLOR FOR INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCEDBeginning students will work in black and white using graphite pencil to learn the basic fundamentals of drawing. Intermediate and advanced students will build on these skills as they expand their drawing abilities and techniques and work with color, contour and perspective using Prismacolor colored pencil and Crayola crayon. Class will include lecture, demonstration and individual critiques. Class syllabus and materials list will be given at first class.INSTRUCTOR: JOAN RUSHIN FOLSOMsaturdays, 11:00 aM–3:00 pM, July 19–august 236 classes, Class limit: 12, $95 (HAL members $90)

DRAWING HIGH SCHOOL+This class is designed for students from beginning to more experienced. Beginning students will learn basic drawing fundamentals, including materials and techniques. Those more experienced students will work more independently using the materials and subject of their personal choice. Materials list will be emailed or mailed.INSTRUCTOR: MARY LEE RUFF SeSSion A: thursdays, 1:00–3:30 pM, JunE 19–august 7SeSSion B: thursdays, 6:30–9:00 pM, JunE 19–august 78 classes, Class limit: 12, $125 (HAL members $120)

Yoga in the Galleries class

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP 18+Beginning students will learn about the fundamental materials and techniques of watercolor, while more experienced students will progress to a new level with individual instruction. The focus of the class will be on materials, techniques, design, subject matter and personal expression. Students may work from their own original photographs, still life set ups, drawings or imagination. Materials list will be mailed or emailed.INSTRUCTOR: BETTY ANGLINWEdnEsdays, 10:00 aM–12:30 pM, JunE 25–august 209 classes, Class limit: 12, $140 HAL members $135)

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PAINTING IN OILS, ACRYLICS OR WATERCOLOR HIGH SCHOOL+Students with any level of experience from beginning to more advanced, may work with either oils, acrylics or watercolor, and explore their own style and subject matter. Beginning students will learn fundamental materials and techniques; while more experienced students will be challenged to reach another level. The class will feature lecture, demonstration, individual instruction, and critiques. Materials list will be mailed. INSTRUCTOR: JAMES WARWICK JONESSeSSion A: tuEsdays, 1:00–3:30 pM, JunE 17–august 26no class July 22 SeSSion B: thursdays, 6:30–9:00 pM, JunE 19–august 28no class July 24 SeSSion C: saturdays, 10:00 aM–12:30 pM, JunE 21–august 2310 classes, Class limit: 12, $155 (HAL members $150)

NEW! FIGURE DRAWING THIRD WEDNESDAYS 18+The human form is the most imperfect, dynamic, and widely interpreted subject of artists, making it the perfect platform for self- expression. Polish your powers of observation, channel your perceptions, and enhance your drawing skills. Students will work independently without instruction using the drawing media of their choice. NO INSTRUCTORWEdnEsday 6:30–9:00 pM JunE 18, July 16 and august 203 classes, Class limit: 12 $20 (HAL members $15) PER CLASS

ABSTRACT PAINTING IN ACRYLIC 18+Ken Wright has been an abstract painter for more than 30 years, and has won over 300 awards for his paintings. In this one day workshop, students will work in acrylic painting media as they journey from realism to abstraction in the creative use of the design elements. Students provide their own acrylic materials. Materials list will be emailed or mailed.INSTRUCTOR: KEN WRIGHTsaturday, JunE 21, 1:30–4:30 pM

1 class, Class limit: 12, $50 (HAL members $45)

DIGITAL CAMERA 101 18+Are you new to digital photography, or want to learn about how to use your digital camera? Class for beginners will cover the advantages of digital photography; the required and optional gear needed, and introduce students to the importance of the “Digital Darkroom” for post-processing of images. Class will also cover principles of composition and introduce students to the Exposure Triangle. There will be an optional shooting assignment for the second class. Bring your digital camera and instruction manual.INSTRUCTOR: WAYNE BERRY WEdnEsdays, 6:30–9:00 pM, July 9 & 162 classes, Class limit: 12, $40 (HAL members $35)

INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY 18+ This class is for those who want to move beyond the “Easy Button” on their digital camera. The class will explore seven steps that will help move the Auto Button shooter to the next photography level. Topics include Understanding the Exposure Triangle, the Advantages of Shooting in RAW and How a Tripod Can Improve Your Photography. There is an optional shooting assignment where photos will receive a “gentle critique” in session two. Bring your digital camera and instruction manual.INSTRUCTOR: GARY HESSWEdnEsdays, 6:30–9:00 pM, July 23 and 302 classes, Class limit: 12, $40 (HAL members $35)

NEW! INTRODUCTION TO ADOBE PHOTOSHOP LIGHTROOM 18+You’ve taken your pictures, but how do you manage and process your files? This course provides an introduction to Digital Asset Adobe Photoshop Lightroom software. The instructor will provide an overview of the software’s modules and capabilities, and an on-screen demonstration of Lightroom in action.INSTRUCTOR: GARY HESS WEdnEsday, august 6 and 13, 6:30–9:00 pM

2 classes, Class limit: 12, $65 (HAL members $60)

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CHILDREN’S CLASSESPAINTING FOR KIDS 6–12Young artists will explore a variety of painting media including watercolor, tempera and mixed media as they learn about painting still life, portrait, landscape and other subjects. They will learn about materials, techniques, color mixing and design as they expand their painting skills. All materials included.INSTRUCTOR: AMANDA WALLACEMonday, WEdnEsday, thursday and Friday

10:00–11:30 aM, JunE 23, 25, 26 and 274 classes, Class limit: 12, $80

DRAWING FOR KIDS 6–12Young artists will explore a variety of drawing media including, pencil, pen and ink, colored pencil, pastel and charcoal as the learn about drawing still life, portrait, landscape and other subjects. They will discover line, shape, and design as they expand their drawing skills. All materials included.INSTRUCTOR: JEFF BURNS Monday, WEdnEsday, thursday and Friday

10:00–11:30 aM, July 7, 9, 10 and 114 classes, Class limit: 12, $75

EAST MEETS WEST ART FOR KIDS 8+Students will learn about western and eastern art, drawing and painting and the Mystic Arts of Tibet, as they complete several unique, colorful, paintings and crafts. This class meets when the Tibetan Monks are creating their sand mandala. All materials included. INSTRUCTOR: LEE GERRY WERTHEIMERMonday, WEdnEsday, thursday and Friday

10:00–11:30 aM, July 28, 30, 31 and august 14 classes, Class limit: 12, $75

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PAPER MACHÉ MASKS 6–12Young artists will use paper maché, paint, model magic and decorative elements to create masks of animals, characters, or whimsical creatures, while learning about this fun media and sculpture. All materials included.INSTRUCTOR: NINNETTE SANTARONEMonday, WEdnEsday, thursday, and Friday

10:00–11:30 aM, august 11, 13, 14 and 154 classes, Class limit: 12, $75

MULTI-MEDIA FUN 6–12Students will have fun while they explore a different art media each day. Each day’s projects will offer a different media or subject in drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media and more. All materials included.INSTRUCTOR: AMANDA WALLACEMonday, WEdnEsday, thursday and Friday

10:00–11:30 aM, august 18, 20, 21 and 224 classes, Class limit: 18, $75

NOTES FOR ALL CLASSES:• Dress for Mess!

• All materials provided for children’s classes, unless otherwise noted.

• Please register early to ensure you have a space in class.

• Refunds will not be given for students withdrawing from classes. Credits will be given for future classes.

• Please inform CHTAC of student’s special needs when registering, studio is not wheelchair accessible.

• A $5.00 processing fee will be added to all credit card payments not made in person.

• Students should not arrive more than 15 minutes early for a class and should be picked up promptly at the end of class.

ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS:JANET ABEL, an E.R.Y.T. — Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, has been teaching yoga since 2001.

BETTY ANGLIN graduated from W&M and taught watercolor at CNU for 40 years before retiring in 2011.

WAYNE BERRY is a working photographer and photography instructor.

JEFF BURNS received his BFA degree from CNU and has taught art in Hampton City Schools for 13 years.

JOAN RUSHIN FOLSOM received her MFA from NSU and ODU and has been teaching drawing for over 30 years.

GARY HESS is an award winning professional photographer with over 40 years experience.

JAMES WARWICK JONES received his BS in Art Ed from ODU and has 40 years of teaching experience.

MARY LEE RUFF is a widely exhibited, award winning artist, whose work is in the permanent collection of CHTAC.

NINNETTE SANTARONE is an enthusiastic, Hampton schools art teacher with a master’s degree in art.

AMANDA WALLACE received her BFA degree from VCU and has been teaching since 2003.

LEE GERRY WERTHEIMER holds an advanced degree in Art Education from NYU and has taught over 25 years.

KEN WRIGHT has his BFA in Fine Arts and Graphics and has won over 300 awards for his painting over 30 years.

AT THE AMERICAN THEATREYOGA THERAPY WITH DR. DILIP SARKARStudents will enjoy a relaxing session of breath work and meditative motion. No experience in yoga is required and students of all levels will be comfortable, as the poses are adaptable to provide the desired intensity. Please provide your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

WEdnEsdays, 6–8pM, unlEss a pErForMancE is schEdulEd at thE aMErican thEatrE.

Class fee can be paid at the beginning of each class ($40 for 5 classes or $10 for a single session). Feel free to call (757) 722-2787 and confirm a class.



June 7–July 20, 2014

Hampton Roads Folk

This exhibition features artworks in the folk, primitive, naïve, visionary, outsider, and self-taught traditions in a variety of two dimensional and sculptural media created by artists without formal academic training in the visual arts. Works will include both artists living and working in Hampton Roads today, and works by artists with a Tidewater connection, both past and present, on loan from private collections. A few of the artists represented include: Ray Baker, Geneva Beavers, Kacey Sydnor Carneal, Mama Girl, Darlene Janosik, Anderson Johnson, Gracie Nemnich, ‘Red Rooster’, Helen Singleton, Brother Ed Smith, Mildred Sulkevich, and John Edward Welch. Our special thanks to both the participating working artists, as well as the private collectors for generously lending artworks from their personal collections.

Ray Baker Downtown Phoebus acrylic

Lent by Robert’s Antiques

Brother Ed Smith, Through the Lines of Time, acrylic


In MemoriamEvelyn McDonald, better known as either Captain or Grandma,

passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2014. A native of Gladstone, VA, Evelyn was a resident of Hampton for 38 years. She worked at Fort Monroe and then for Hampton Arts for 20 years. Evelyn started out as assistant to Michael Curry when they were at The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center — where she was affectionately known as “Captain” since she ran such a tight ship. When The American Theatre was renovated and reopened in June 2000, she did advertising sales for Diversions and the playbills, but she also worked at CHTAC and volunteered extra time there. Her co-workers, friends and neighbors spoke of her generosity of spirit, time and resources and it was Evelyn’s strong faith that kept her optimistic and cheerful no matter what difficulties she was facing. One of the most memorable things about her was her sense of humor and laughter. She was one of those people who could find humor in most anything, including herself. Evelyn’s favorite nickname, Grandma, was acquired when she became a beloved grandmother, and in addition to her twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, she is survived by her husband of 35 years, J.C. McDonald, Jr., two sons and one daughter. Evelyn was a loyal, dedicated and loving family member and supporter of Hampton Arts and we are all better people for knowing and loving Evelyn. She will always remain in our hearts.

Kacey Sydnor Carneal, Every Tom, Dick and Harry, acrylic

John Edward Welch, Self Portrait, acrylic Lent by Tom Moore and Marlene Jack

Gracie Nemnich, Family, acrylic


JOHN MCCUTCHEONJune 21, 8:00pm

An American Theatre favorite, John McCutcheon performs his annual summer concert for us in June this year. With his deep roots in American traditional music, he writes with both simplicity and a layered complexity creating songs that Hampton, and the rest of country, have fallen in love with. “Brilliant lyricist and storyteller, virtuoso singer, fiddler, guitarist, and undisputed master of the hammered dulcimer, John runs the gamut from kid’s songs to protest anthems to updates of his Appalachian and Midwestern roots mixed with stunning originals.

One of our country’s best songwriters — PETE SEEGER

Sneak Peek

2014/15 SEASON

Our current Season of Faves is still going strong, but we’ve been busy assembling even more talented artists and events for you to enjoy. Full details are coming soon, but we thought you’d like a sneak peek at what’s ahead! Our 2014/15 Season begins this summer with names and faces you’ve come to know and love.

Our 2014/15 Season will welcome new faces, talents and performances. We’ll announce the entire season in the weeks ahead, but we’re so excited about the new Season that we wanted to share with you a short, select, list of coming events.

Teresa Walters: The International First Lady of PianoSeptember 21, 3:00pmShe is described by Austrian National Television as “that rare musical phenomenon” and “one of the world’s most significant pianists.” Teresa Walters is the first American pianist invited by Hungary to perform three prestigious European recitals honoring the Anniversary of Franz Liszt’s birthday.

James Gavin’s Stormy Weather: The Story of Lena Horne Project starring Freda PayneOctober 4, 8:00pmA “living, breathing, biography” combining story, song and visual images from James Gavin’s wealth of material and hundreds of interviews to give us the defining portrait of Lena Horne, the groundbreaking performer, activist, Broadway star and celebrated American icon.

Mark Russell: The Laughter of PoliticsNovember 2, 2:30pmLong before Jon Stewart and Steven Colbert, there was Mark Russell, daring to joke and sing of the often absurd political process. He started in a little piano bar on Capitol Hill, right across from the lawmakers themselves. As he puts it, “I started at the bottom and managed to work my way down.” He can find humor in anything.

Mindi Abair and Nick Colionne November 13, 8:00pmOne of the most recognizable smooth jazz saxophonists in the US, Mindi Abair has sold a half million records as a solo artist, but you probably know her as the featured saxophonist on American Idol for the 2011–2012 seasons. Nick Colionne continues his blazing success. BET Jazz has described him as one of the most exceptional performers to come along in a long time.

This Summer at The Theatre


THE MYSTICAL ARTS OF TIBETJuly 29–August 3

We once again welcome the Tibetan Monks from the Drepung Loseling Monastery for a week of reflection and inspiration. The monks will create a sand-painted mandala: used as a tool for re-consecrating the earth and its inhabitants. Millions of grains of sand will be painstakingly

laid into place on a flat platform over a period of a week. The sand mandala will be deconstructed during the closing ceremony, half the sand will be distributed to the audience, while the remainder is carried to a nearby body of water. The waters then carry the healing blessing of the deposited sand to the ocean, and from there it spreads throughout the world for planetary healing.

BILL JENKINS AND THE VIRGINIA MOUNTAIN BOYS August 9, 7:30pm

We welcome ‘Bill and the Boys’ back to our stage for some mid-summer pickin’ and grinnin’. Singer, song-writer, and cross-picking guitar virtuoso Bill Jenkins and his string band, the Virginia Mountain Boys, bring to life the authentic ballads and early Bluegrass favorites of the Southern Appalachian Mountains, in a style that is uniquely their own. Jenkins, one of the best cross-picking guitarists in the country, has played on the White House Lawn among other prime venues. As one long time follower stated, “...the Virginia Mountain Boys don’t just put on a show, it’s an experience that I will come back for time after time.”

SPENCERS: THEATRE OF ILLUSIONAugust 23, 3:00pm & 7:30pm

After a week of teaching two magic camps at The American Theatre (see p. 35) Kevin Spencer and his talented team strut their stuff onstage. Using magic much

like a storyteller uses words; Kevin fuses these two family-friendly productions with a gamut of emotions. With the skills of a master showman, he creates a world where nothing is impossible and anything can happen. Blending the theatrical elements of a Broadway-style production with the high energy of a rock concert, these artists take their audience on a journey to the brink of impossibility... and back again. The Spencers have been described as “Modern Day Houdinis” by the critics. You won’t believe your eyes!

Sneak Peek continuesIt’s a Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio TheatreDecember 14, 3:00pmIt’s Christmas time 1946, and only a handful of radio actors have braved the blizzard to perform that evening’s broadcast of It’s a Wonderful Life and keep the radio station afloat. This clever stage adaptation breathes new life into the poignant story of George Bailey and Bedford Falls.

The Vienna Boys’ ChoirDecember 17, 7:00pmBoys have been singing at the court in Vienna since the 14th century. In 1498, Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I moved his court and his court musicians to Vienna and gave instructions that there were to be six singing boys among his musicians. Until 1918, the choir sang exclusively for the imperial court, at mass, concerts, private functions and state occasions. Now you can enjoy the international sensation at The American Theatre.

Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra January 13, 7:30pmOne of the most popular music-comedy acts to come out of New Zealand in years. As well as impeccable musical skills and heavenly harmonies, the dozen-strong strummers have sold-out audiences rolling in the aisles with their on-stage antics. Stunning solos are juxtaposed against comically budget lighting effects and questionable banter.

Company Stephanie Batten BlandJanuary 15, 8:00pm2014 Joffrey Ballet ‘Choreographer of Color’ recipient, Ms. Bland founded her dance company in 2008 in France to investigate the human condition and our relationship within the natural world. Her works are based in dance, with a strong instillation component which allows futuristic worlds to take place in space and time.

Arlo Guthrie: 50th anniversary celebration of ‘Alice’s Restaurant’February 10 & 11, 7:30pm“Alice’s Restaurant” is living proof that truth is stranger than fiction. The first part of the story, a tale of small-town law enforcement run amok against the ‘60s counterculture, actually happened to Arlo Guthrie, even though he added some exaggerated comic touches for effect. Here we are, 50 years after Arlo found himself an unlikely prisoner, “Alice’s Restaurant” is still enthralling.

This Summer at The Theatre


Why We Need Your SupportThe Hampton Arts Foundation supports The American Theatre and The Charles H. Taylor Arts Center in a unique partnership with the City of Hampton. The Foundation has completed two successful capital campaigns in the past ten years to renovate, rebuild and expand the Theatre and upgrade the galleries.

The Board of Directors is now turning attention to the much needed Annual Fund to help offset cuts in budgets and to underwrite its award-winning programs and exhibitions. Your support will help ensure the future of the arts in Hampton and the region and will greatly help in allowing The Hampton Arts Foundation to continue its community outreach, educational and ancillary programs.

Special Thanks to all of our

family of contributors

THE HAMPTON ARTS FOUNDATION NANCY LAWSON ALLEN, PRESIDENT

The Board of Directors of The Hampton Arts Foundation expresses deep appreciation to the following for their generous support:

* In Kind Services or Donations+ Programming support

PRESENTING PARTNER $25,000+The City of Hampton

DIAMOND SPONSOR $10,000–$24,999Holiday Inn Express Hampton*The Daily PressDominion Virginia PowerThe Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation

PLATINUM SPONSOR $5,000–$9,999Mellen Street Graphics*Newport News ShipbuildingThe Rouse-Bottom Foundation

GOLD SPONSOR $2,500–$4,999Langley Federal Credit UnionNew England Foundation for

the ArtsPennsylvania Performing Arts

on TourVirginia Natural GasThe Lewis & Minta Wood

Charitable Foundation

SILVER SPONSOR $1,000–$2,499AnonymousAnn Marie BattenDr. & Mrs. S. William BergCornell BurcherDistinctive Event Rentals*Encore Catering*Jay & Tara JosephLarry J. KohmescherMr. & Mrs. Kenneth M. KrakaurIn Memory of Nancy LeCuyerTang FundNorman & Mary SavilleRaymond & Catherine Walsh

BRONZE SPONSOR $500–$999Alexander’s Photography*Mr. & Mrs. Frank J. BlakeBette Minette & Charles CooperCindy Cutler & Craig HainesWilliam & Susan DavenportIn Memory of Irene W. HanrahanDee deLadurantayeKent LionMary LosikDavid & Martha MessersmithChief (Ret) & Mrs. Pat MinettiAnges H. MoonHal & Marianne PrentissMartin & Mary RoaseaDebbie & Joe SpencerThe Virginia Commission

for the ArtsJim Thompson &

JoAnne Wade DrauckerSusan & Kevin Van Sloten

Thomas & Catherine Wormon

DONOR $250–$499Nancy & Steve AdamsDon & Nancy AllenNancy Jane BainsMyron & Cynthia BilyjNorma H. BurksGordon & Devi Moore ChanceyFranklin E. ClarkeIn Memory of John W. CoxDancing Tomato*Joe & Letia DrewryMidge & Jimmy EasonJack & Linda EzellCaye GarrettBarbara GoodEdna Griffenhagen & Mark WallerHarold L. Hannickel &

Gabriele HannickelMr. & Mrs. S. Frear Hawkins, IIRoy E. HendrixBarbara Hennig-LoomisMr. William Hobler &

Ms. Lorraine Lesher, Jr.Dr. & Mrs. Robert E. HowardJames Warwick JonesJay L. JoslinFrank & Nancy KearneyThe Hon. & Mrs. Louis LernerSenator John MillerDr. Lorenzo ModesteThe Hon. Ross & Martha MuglerDr. & Mrs. Ray C. OttePeninsula Community Foundation

of VirginiaB.J. RobertsThe Hon. Deborah S. RoeMr. & Mrs. Dois I. Rosseru Jr.Debbie & Bob ScottMr. & Mrs. H. Daniel SneadJoel & Sharon SnyderDoug & Molly StrupMr. & Mrs. William SudduthJim and Ruth Thomas

FRIEND $100–$249Kathryn AllenWayne & Susan BakerPeggy BarringerThe Hon. Melanie Rapp BealeJosephine & Michael BehanMichael & Andrea BerndtMartha L. BlalockSusan Borland & Jim TurnerRaymond B. Bottom, Jr.Dorothy Bryan & Margaret SlempMrs. Frances ButlerJudith L. CareyKacey Sydnor CarnealLynn Cherin & Joanne EderThe E.L. Clarke FamilyAmy ColaizziPaul & Mary Culotta

The Hon. Linda & Dr. Scott CurtisStuart DavisBillie Paxton EinselenAlys FairDelma & Diana Freeman Jr.Betty L. FryeJeannette GardnerKarl & Anne GuntherCol. & Mrs. Ben M. HamiltonHampton Roads Business Out ReachEva Teig HardyBob Harper PhotographyPamela HarperJackie HellmanJesse & Pat HoltDr. Enid P. HoustyIda KavafianThe Hon. & Mrs. Ross A. KearneyRobert & Bonnie KellyJean B. KelpinMr. & Mrs. Christopher C. Kraft, Jr.In Memory of Iola L. LawsonSally A. LazorchakMargaret LittleMr. & Mrs. Robert G. LivermanMrs. Helen K. MainDr. Kathleen B. MannBrian McCutcheonP.Lynn MillsDebbie & Dave MorrisBrain Odell & Diane MarinaroMr. & Mrs. Marvin PastelLinda M. RobinsonRichard H. SawyerHeinz & Mareke SchillerWalter I Serwatka, DDS &

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Mary SwiftCatherine VenableJo Ann & Ralph WhiteMr. & Mrs. Floyd WilcoxJenny & Bob WindsorMr. & Mrs. Charles WinterbleLaura & Philip WorstWe also gratefully acknowledge the numerous gifts of less than $100. Due to space limitations we unfortunately cannot list all of these gifts.


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