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An aging actor balances his ego, art, admirers and romantic intrigues with the help of his quirky entourage. A classic comedy reimagined with a diverse cast. Garry Essendine, world renowned actor, is preparing for a theatrical tour to Africa to distract himself from impending middle age. But in the weeks before the tour is to... Read More →
“Rivals on the Fenway: Isabella Stewart Gardner, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and the Destiny of the American Art Museum” Phillips Hall, room 215 Andrew McClellan is currently a Carl and Lily Pforzheimer Foundation Fellow at the National Humanities Center and on leave from the Department of the History of Art and Architecture at... Read More →
Join us for an unconventional artist talk with Boston-based multimedia artist Elizabeth Alexander. Alexander, whose work Spit Cake (2014) is on view at the Ackland as part of the Art Bridges Collection Loan Partnership, will talk about her work as she demonstrates the various techniques used to create her delicate cut-porcelain sculptures. Audience members will... Read More →
For all venue policies and membership info, visit www.local506.com – Under 21 subject to surcharge, payable at the door. Must have valid ID to enter.
An aging actor balances his ego, art, admirers and romantic intrigues with the help of his quirky entourage. A classic comedy reimagined with a diverse cast. Garry Essendine, world renowned actor, is preparing for a theatrical tour to Africa to distract himself from impending middle age. But in the weeks before the tour is to... Read More →
A new art lesson is presented each month in a 2-hour session. The lesson provides a bit of relaxation and the opportunity to have a stress-free creative learning experience. All supplies are provided. Free, but registration is required. The lesson for March is Hand-Designed Patterned Fabric. This month be prepared to enjoy a two-fold lesson.... Read More →
In this hands-on workshop, explore the concept of creative excision — extracting or removing information to create new meaning — while learning more about how visiting artist Elizabeth Alexander employs the technique in her own works. Alexander, whose porcelain work Spit Cake (2014) is currently on view at the Ackland, will lead participants in a... Read More →
Join artist Jackie Rimmler to use reclaimed wood, vibrant paint, fun findings, and your imagination to bring home the day's catch. We'll use reclaimed pallet wood already cut into a fish shape and bright fun paint to create a one-of-a-kind fun 3-dimensional folk-art fish you can hang on a wall or sit on a shelf.... Read More →
For all venue policies and membership info, visit www.local506.com – Under 21 subject to surcharge, payable at the door. Must have valid ID to enter.
An aging actor balances his ego, art, admirers and romantic intrigues with the help of his quirky entourage. A classic comedy reimagined with a diverse cast. Garry Essendine, world renowned actor, is preparing for a theatrical tour to Africa to distract himself from impending middle age. But in the weeks before the tour is to... Read More →
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