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Omi International Arts Center – Tim Youd: The 100 Novels Project

The 100 Novels Project is an ongoing performance art piece in which Youd retypes novels from beginning to end in locations that play a central role in the novels.

Los Angeles-based artist Tim Youd performs at Art Omi as part of a Hudson Valley cycle of The 100 Novels Project, an ongoing performance in which Youd retypes novels from beginning to end at locations that play a central role in the novels. Employing the same make and model typewriter used by the author, Youd types each novel on a single sheet of paper backed by an additional support sheet. When finished with the novel, Youd presents the two sheets a diptych.

While at Art Omi, Tim Youd will retype William Kennedy’s Ironweed at various outdoor locations around The Fields Sculpture Park; the public is invited to find and observe him as he works. Since April, Youd has performed at a series of locations throughout the Hudson Valley region; sites have included Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, Sing Sing Correctional Facility in Ossining, and recently the Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill, where he retyped Light Years by James Salter. The Hudson Valley Cycle culminates with an exhibition of the resulting diptychs at the Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center Focus Gallery, which will be on view August 30 through October 14.

DATE/TIME:
Monday, July 23 – Thursday, July 26

LOCATION:
Omi International Arts Center
Fields Sculpture Park
1405 County Route 22
Ghent, NY 12075

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Mamma Mia! at Mac-Haydn Theatre

According to the Mac-Haydn Theatre, Mamma Mia! is the theatre’s most requested musical in it’s history. The show opened at Mac-Haydn on July 5, and the word-of-mouth reviews agree – it’s fantastic.

Betsy Padamonsky leads the all star cast as Donna, revisiting a role she has performed on The National Tour and regionally. Broadway World said of her performance as Donna: “Padamonsky is quite the revelation in that she really brings her own interpretation… Padamonsky focuses on the lyrics and Donna’s motivation with each number showcasing her character’s independent streak.” We are so excited to have her with us.

Joining her are the magnificent Madison Stratton as Tanya. Our audiences will best remember her as The Lady of The Lake in last season’s hillarious Spamalot. Erin Spears and Kelly Gabrielle Murphyround out the wonderful women in our cast. Spears has been seen in numerous roles with us including Alice Beineke in Addams Family and Sister Mary Patrick in Sister Act. Murphy is well remembered as a beautiful Johanna in our haunting Sweeney Todd last season.

Three Mac-Haydn favorites return as the men of the piece. Gabe Belyeuas Sam, Colin Pritchard as Bill, and Steve Hassmer as Harry.

The inventive and high energy Bryan Knowlton directs and choreographs. A veteran of Mac-Haydn, Bryan’s directorial work includesLa Cage Aux Folles and last season’s Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Kevin Gleason designs the sets and Bethany Marx designs the costumes.

Running for 3 big weeks and featuring all the biggest ABBA hits, Mamma Mia! is so much fun, we are certain that once will not be enough! Get your tickets today as the season is selling out fast.

Production information from machaydntheatre.org

DATES/TIMES:
July 5 through July 22 2018

2 pm matinees on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
4pm matinees on Saturday
7pm on Sunday
8pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

TICKET PRICES:

Evening Performances: $39.50 (Tenth Row $38.50)
Matinee Performances: $36.50
Senior 60+ $36.50 (All performances)
Children Under 12 with Adult: $15.00

Shows are selling out so purchase tickets in advance if you want to see this show.
Tickets can be purchased through machaydntheatre.org by clicking here.

LOCATION:
Mac-Haydn Theatre
1925 NY-203
Chatham, NY 12037

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instagram.com/machaydntheatre
Box Office Phone: 518-392-9292

Click here for the full 2018 rundown for the Main Stage.

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Artists Opening Weekend Events at Omi Arts Center, Jul 7 2018

Art Omi celebrates it’s Artists Open Weekend with a dance party, brunch, and Open Studios.

Art Omi celebrates it’s Artists Open Weekend with a dance party, brunch, and Open Studios. The fun begins Saturday night with drinks, hors d’oeuvres and live, energetic music by Nkumu Katalay overlooking the firefly-lit sculpture park at Omi, in the company of the artists-in-residence and upstate arts community.

On Sunday, Art Omi honors their international artists-in-residence and celebrates with a country brunch on the lawn of Ledig House. Mimosas, French toast, and fresh fruit will be served.

Immediately after brunch, you can see the work of 30 international artists in one place. Take a short stroll down to the studio barns, and see what the artists have been working on for the past 4 weeks, along with additional events and installations to be announced! Free and open to the public, no RSVP required.

DATE/TIME:
Dance Party – Saturday, July 7 2018: 8pm – 11:45pm
Country Brunch – Sunday, July 8 2018: 11am – 1pm
Open Studios – Sunday, July 8 2018: 1pm – 5pm

LOCATION:
Omi International Arts Center
1405 County Route 22
Ghent, NY 12075

COST:
Dance Party – $30 per person
Brunch – $40 per person for members. $50 for non members
Open Studios – Free/no RSVP required

Cash/check/card accepted at the door for dance party.
To RSVP please e-mail events@artomi.org

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Happy 4th of July!

Have a happy, and safe Independence Day!

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An Old-Fashioned Independence Day, Jul 4 2018

Cleremont State Historic Site presents an Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration.

Cleremont State Historic Site presents an Old-Fashioned Independence Day celebration. 18th century crafts, Re-enactors, music and entertainment. Later, enjoy live music and delicious hot food until you’re able to enjoy a view of the Saugerties Fireworks over the Hudson River.