WESTERN COLORADO – ART & ENTERTAINMENT
MARCH 2020
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WESTERN COLORADO – ART & ENTERTAINMENT
CoVid-19, the novel Corona Virus has virtually shut down in-person arts and entertainment due to a state mandate to stay home, shelter in place, and avoid places where people gather. Consequently, events are postponed (or cancelled), there is still plenty to do, see, and hear in SW Colorado. Your viewing and listening experience will be different, but we’re still here, offering outstanding entertainment. To see what’s coming, check the Silver Stage Events Calendar.
ARTIST ON A HARLEY
Spring is in the Air on the Ranch
By Mike Simpson
Yep. That time of year. Feels like we’re on the downhill side of winter. Before I was riding motorcycles and was a full-time artist, operating a gallery and frame shop, I was on the ranch. Bet you didn’t know that.
[Read more]
Summer Music Series
Summer Music Series was not able to present our 2020 lineup at Horsefly Brewery on Wednesday so we’re going to slowly roll it out this way.Here’s a little sample of what we hope to do for the opening concert (date TBD) Black Canyon Golf Course: John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band. Montrose’s own The Last Spike will open. Please remember Black Canyon Golf Course is open. Horsefly Brewery is open for carry out and delivery of food and beer. Stay safe Montrose and support local businesses as you can. [Here]
Of Note
Music is Good Medicine
By Deb Barr, Music Editor
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Listening to music soothes the soul, helps to sidetrack worry, and relieves boredom from cabin fever that comes from social distancing. Actively listening, can keep you moving—get up and dance! The sounds, tempos, and beat of the music you feel as well as hear is also good for your body, and, in particular, your immune system.
[Read more]
FEATURED ARTIST: Photographer/Painter Susan Humphrey
Local Artist Celebrates Western Slope’s Ranch Life
“The Gather” original photograph/painting by Susan Humphrey
Photographer/painter Susan Humphrey is a Colorado native, born and raised in Montrose on a Bostwick Park Hereford ranch. Her photographs of the Western Slope’s gorgeous landscapes, her oil paintings of ranch life, and her digitally painted portraits of wild horses speak volumes to those who view them. [Read Story]
THE ARTS WILL LIGHT OUR WAY
From film, to children’s theater performances, to comedy, classes, and an incredible menu of live music, we’ll be offering plenty of choices once the CV-19 ban is lifted. While we take a break from in-person programming, we have found these resources to keep us inspired. We hope you can as well!
• Kellie Day Quickie Art Projects to Lift Your Spirits • Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer: Saying Yes to the World • Playbill: 15 Broadway Plays and Musicals You Can Watch From Home • Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems [Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
Learning experiences too. Upcoming Classes with Weehawken Creative Arts. Check Weehawken website for current class info.
WEEWHAKEN
CREATIVE ARTS
WELCOME TO WEEHAWKEN!
At Weehawken Creative Arts, we are in the business of changing lives, nurturing dreams, and helping kids and adults in Ouray County Montrose and Silverton discover their creative potential through the arts.
We offer transformative, individualized arts education programming led by extraordinary instructors, as well as a variety of art-inspired events. More than that, we offer a place for you to find your very own community of kindred spirits, wherever your artistic passion lies.
OURAY COUNTY ART SCENE
March – shows cancelled, postponed, or Live-streamed
It’s no secret that Ouray County’s arts scene is an abundant one. From film, to children’s theater performances, to comedy, classes, and an incredible menu of live music, we’ll be offering plenty of choices once the CV-19 ban is lifted. We’re working now to arrange for at-home showings. More here when we have more news. Meanwhile…
[Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
ART ABOUT TOWN MONTROSE
Music, Dance, Theatre & Art
Thank you who attended the opening reception for Sheryl Williams wonderful show. View some of her awesome work here. Unfortunately, due to national, state, and local mandates governing gatherings of more than 50 people, the gallery is now closed. Events and classes are cancelled or postponed until further notice. We’re working on virtual presentations. Meanwhile…
[Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
MAGIC CIRCLE PRESENTS
The theatre is dark – for now, due to national, state, and local mandates governing gatherings of more than 50 people, The April production of Sunshine Boys has been cancelled. We hope to be back on stage in May, for Fiddler on the Roof in May, but show times and the opening performance are still TBD. Most other events are postponed or canceled and the Theatre is dark until further notice. Meanwhile..
[Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
VALLEY SYMPHONY
Remainder of 49th Season Cancelled.
With regret, and because of national, state, and local mandates governing gatherings of more than 50 people, the balance of the VSA concert season is cancelled. We look forward to seeing you next year, and will continue to publish stories here about our musicians, chorus, and orchestra -so stay tuned! Meanwhile… [Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
DELTA COUNTY ARTS
Due to national, state, and local mandates governing gatherings of more than 50 people, most events are postponed or canceled and venues closed until further notice. Meanwhile..
[Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
NORTH FORK ART
Art Scene Thrives at Blue Sage
Still lots going on, just rescheduled – check here. Meanwhile, due to national, state, and local mandates governing gatherings of more than 50 people, March events and activities are cancelled and venues closed until further notice. Meanwhile..
[Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
CEDAREDGE GMAEC
National, state, and local mandates restrict gatherings of more than 50 people, thus March events canceled or postponed. In the meantime, GMAEC “is doing everything we can to provide alternate information & entertainment while we are waiting to resume our programming!!!!” [Watch Silver Stage Calendar for updates]
Help our non-profit Arts & Entertainment organizations weather the CoVid-19 Storm. Donate, Buy a Membership, Gift Certificates, Advance Tickets. A few dollars today can mean great programming tomorrow.
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Arts Coalition of Delta County, Delta CO
Blue Sage Center for the Arts. Paonia CO
Gallery 610, Ridgway CO
GMAEC. Grand Mesa Arts & Entertainment, Cedaredge CO
Magic Circle Players, Montrose CO.
Montrose Center for the Arts, Montrose CAO
Sherbino Theater, Ridgway CO
Valley Symphony Orchestra, Montrose CO
Weehawken Creative Arts, Montrose, Ouray, Ridgway CO
Wright Opera House, Ouray CO
