Happy Holidays from Dean Davis
Visual Voices: Adriana Ospina - "Working at the Art Museum of the Americas - Latin America and Diplomacy"
Virtual Masterclass with Third Coast Percussion
Visual Voices: Steve Rost - Channeling the Flaneur and Other Stories
Tune in to the second installment of the Visual Voices Colloquium, featuring Lawrence Technological University's Department Chair of Art and Design Steven Rost đ¨ This event is presented by the George Mason University School of Art as part of #MasonArtsAtHome.
Visual Voices: D. Dominick Lombardi - "Resilience and Focus
Tune in for an intimate look inside the mind, workshops, and practices of artist, writer, and curator Dominick Lombardi đ¨
This event is presented by the George Mason University School of Art as part of their Visual Voices Colloquium.
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Congratulatory Message from Dean Davis
Looking back at last week's Virtual Celebration for the Class of 2020 đ
Did you watch this congratulatory message from Dean Rick Davis?
Mason Virtual Film Festival 2020
MARK YOUR CALENDARSâ Film at Mason presents the Virtual Film Festival this Saturday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to midnight. The showcase features works by many filmmakers, produced despite the complexities brought on by the coronavirus crisis.
Watch on May 30 only: https://buff.ly/2Xa7xkD
2020 Salmon Outstanding Graduate Student Award
And finally, props to the recipients of the Victoria N. Salmon Outstanding Graduate Student Award! đ School of Music at George Mason University
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2020 Watts Memorial Scholarship & Award
Congratulations to the recipient of the Alice L. Watts Memorial Scholarship & Award! đ School of Music at George Mason University
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Alumni Cocktails and Conversations: Promoting and Sharing your Art During Social Distancing
Just two months ago artists across all disciplines responded to sudden cancellations of public gatherings by using technology and non-traditional methods to deliver their work. This final CVPA Alumni Cocktails and Conversations with the Dean features CVPA alumni Mildred Maria Langford, Scott Allen Rinker, and Cristinia Alicea discussing new ways they are sharing and promoting their work, and why the arts are more important now than ever.
Alumni Cocktails and Conversations with the Dean: New Realities in the Business of the Arts
Marketing and fundraising are competitive in normal times, but arts organizations of all sizes face tremendous challenges during and after the COVID-19 outbreak. Join your fellow alumni to share strategies and opportunities for sustaining operations during this unprecedented time.
Scheduled alumni panelists include Jenn Harris (Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company), Hilary Judis (Studio Theatre), Erika Scott (Ford's Theater), and Emily Travis (Theater Development Fund).
Steel Pan Ensemble Feature
Happy Monday! We're starting this week's #MasonArtsAtHome programming with a lively concert by the Mason Steel Pan Ensemble.
The performance features original compositions by ensemble musicians (Domenic Lewis and David Singhaus) and a piece by the groupâs ensemble director, Victor Provost Music.
Support our talented young students: https://bit.ly/2z0rQYh
Music Heals in the Time of Crisis
As part of #MasonArtsAtHome, we're delighted to share this uplifting video by the Mason Healing Arts Ensemble and its Director Dr. Glenn Smith.
Using visual imagery and the power of intent, the group showcases M.M. in Composition alumnus J.C. Cantrellâs âDissolution, Resolution, and Awakenings,â as they ponder the coronavirus dissolving out of existence.
Support our talented young students: https://bit.ly/2z0rQYh
Dance, Politics, and Gender: An Exploration of New Work with Leila Mire
Join Linda Miller, Professor of Dance History in George Mason Universityâs School of Dance, for a conversation with dancer, choreographer, and alumnus Leila Mire, live on the Center for the Arts page. Leila is a recent 2020 award recipient of the Young Alumni Commissioning Award for her (in-progress) work exploring the Ballet Russe's 1910 ballet, "Scheherazade" as a product of imagined colonialist and orientalized renderings of a created "Other." This discussion will center around Leila's research process, how that goes from idea to performance over the course of the next year, and include video samples. Tune in and ask Leila your questions about her new piece!
Alumni Cocktails and Conversations: Using Your Creative Arts Degree Outside of the Creative Industries
A college degree in the arts provides an exceptional skill set, solid work ethic, and opportunity for intense study of a creative passion. Hear from CVPA alumni Sean Attebury, Aundi Moore, and Isaac W.K. Thweatt who have successfully parlayed their arts training into industries and positions outside of the arts.
A Mason Wind Symphony Feature
For today's #MasonArtsAtHome program, we're sharing this dynamic video of a Mason Wind Symphony performance at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in 2018. The clip features excerpts from Saint-SaĂŤns, Gillingham, and more.
Support our talented younng students: https://bit.ly/2z0rQYh
Celebrating International Jazz Day!
Today, we're thrilled to celebrate #InternationalJazzDay with the supremely talented Mason Jazz Studies Department faculty and students that are featured in this video. Enjoy some of the coolest jazz in town!
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A Composer Conversation with Dan Forrest
Join us for a virtual conversation with renowned composer Dan Forrest, whose work has become well established in the choral repertoire in the U.S. and around the world. Hosted by Dr. Lisa Billingham, Professor of Choral Music Education at George Mason University and Conductor of the University Chorale, this Q&A session will include the opportunity for audience members to submit questions to Dr. Forrest about his career, music, and journey to becoming one of the most acclaimed composers in todayâs choral world.
Two Careers, One University: A Chat with Laurel and Kevin Dunayer
Masonâs College of Visual and Performing Arts Costume Shop Supervisor, Laurel Dunayer, and School of Theater Assistant Professor Kevin Dunayer, join us live from their home for a conversation about their roles at Mason, what theyâve been creating and teaching during this unprecedented time, and the rich career journeys that led them to their current positions. Tune in to hear all about CVPAâs favorite duo!
Mason Cabaret: Somewhere Over the Rainbow
This world-premiere arrangement by David Rowen was the finale in Mason Cabaret's recent touring show, "Songs from the Great American Songbook." It was to have been presented at our Degree Celebration in May, which had to be postponed indefinitely.
But the spirit of our students still soars through our hearts, regardless of distance and isolation. Directed, recorded, edited, and accompanied by James Gardiner, Erin Gardiner, and Joe Walsh, we present to you "Somewhere Over the Rainbow."
Mason Opera Presents: Mesdames de la Halle
Today's #MasonArtsAtHome presentation features Mason Opera's production of "Mesdames de la Halle," as performed in December of 2019!
Support this program: https://bit.ly/3bWPvqB
Giving Day 2020: School of Theater
A midday treat courtesy of The Mason Cabaret đ Enjoy a snippet of "Merrily We Roll Along," introduced here by the School of Theater's Interim Director @Kevin Murray.
Help Mason students in need: bit.ly/2JvvwmI
#PatriotsHelpingPatriots #MasonArtsAtHome
NPD Flash Video 2(1)
Less than 24 hours left until DC National Portfolio Day at The School of Art! Don't forget to register here--->>>> https://buff.ly/34omfoZ #SchoolofArt #NPD #Art #design #GraphicDesign
Giving Day is only a leap away!
Dean Rick Davis jumps into Giving Day. #ArtsatMason, #Give2Mason, #GivingDay, #DeanRickDavis, https://givingday.gmu.edu/
BehindtheScenes of MASTERPIECES with Heather McDonald
Watch this amazing behind the scenes footage! Not only do they work together in an academic setting, but collaboratively in the professional world as well. Two of Masonâs School of Theater professors have their work showcased at the Tony Award-winning Signature Theater located in Arlington.
Playwright, Heather McDonald has written the original play entitled Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity (February 26 â April 7, 2019). Designer, Sherrice Mojgani designed the lighting for the production. This is the world premiere of the show.
Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity tells of three womenâan art restorer, her nurse and their military captorâare trapped in a ravaged museum during a catastrophic hundred years war. Tasked with restoring a damaged Rembrandt painting, the women find common shreds of humanity as they try to save a small symbol of beauty in their broken world." For tickets and more information visit Signature Theatreâs website here: https://buff.ly/2Hll01z