Hudson Opera House :: Event Calendar

January 2011 - March 2012 Events

The Underground Railroad
Song, Poetry and Word
Saturday, February 11, 4 pm
A one-hour program in tribute to the Underground Railroad. Quilter Irene Wiley joined with other local artists will explain the secret codes used in songs, quilts, crafts, poetry and how it helped slaves and those assisting them in the Underground Railroad. This family event is designed to educate all ages. Free.

Mister G
Friday, February 24, 11 am
"Jack Black meets Dr. Seuss..."
Bring the family and get ready to dance with Mister G, a Parent's Choice Award winner and 2011 Grammy nominee for Best Children's Album. People Magazine describes Mister G as "Irresistible... pairing bluegrass, bossa nova, & more..." Mister G (Ben Gundersheimer) has performed at the Children's Museum of Manhattan, the Eric Carle Museum, the Clark Art Institute, and the 92nd St Y and will perform songs from his recently released new CD, Bugs. $10 per person, ages 2 and up.

The House
Sofie Krog Teater, Denmark
Saturday, March 3, 8 pm & 10 pm
From the company that brought Diva to HOH in 2009, Denmark's Sofie Krog, partnering with Spanish puppeteer David Faraco, returns. This complex puppetry piece set in a creepy funeral home featuring intricate lights, contraptions and sound effects. Inviting tweens, teens and adults on a comically harrowing journey, The House reveals the secrets of one Mrs. Esperanza and her family by venturing behind the closed doors and into the private rooms hiding their unspeakably dark deeds. $20, $18 members.

Abstract Expressionism
and the African American Artist
Jo-Ann Graham, Ph. D.
Saturday, February 11, 2 pm

This presentation explores the role of the African American artist in the historic and contemporary world of abstract painting. The program will impart a greater awareness of the breadth of paintings that have been created by African American artists. The presentation will include consideration of the works of first-generation abstractionists such as Norman Lewis, second-generation abstractionists such as Ed Clark, mid-career artists, and emerging artists. Presented as part of the Speakers in the Humanities Project through the NY Council for the Humanities.

Movable Feast
Saturday, April 28, 2012

Gala
Saturday, September 29, 2012

Winter Walk
Saturday, December 1, 2012

Kwanzaa Celebration
Saturday, December 15, 2012

SPLIT INFINITIVE: The work of Joel Carreiro and Brian Wood
January 14-February 12
Curated by Creighton Michael. The works of Joel Carreiro and Brian Wood share a visual exploration into that shadowy territory teetering between figuration and abstraction, reality and dream. Whether through articulation or suggestion, the paintings and drawings of both artists evoke a haunting familiarity initially ensnaring the viewer's interest as they encourage further discovery. An opening reception with the artists is on Saturday, January 14 from 6 -8 pm.

Contemporary Crafters of Color
Saturday, February 11, Noon - 5 pm
An exhibition of fiber arts by local artisans of color, curated by Irene Wiley.

16th Annual Juried Art Show
February 18 - March 25
The Columbia County Council on the Arts presents the annual Juried Art Show at HOH with Juror, Carrie Haddad. Opening reception is on Saturday, February 18 from 5 - 7 pm. For further information, please call the CCCA at 518-671-6213 or email: info@artscolumbia.org

Gammy Miller
March 31 - April 29
An exhibition of assemblage works by Gammy Miller. At left is Offshore, an assemblage incorporating pen, ink, collage, stitching, false eyelashes, 5 x 7 inches. An opening reception with the artist is on Saturday, March 31 from 6 - 8 pm.

Hip Hop Dance
Wednesdays, February 1 - March 28
5:30 -6:30 pm
In collaboration with Kuumba Dance & Drum & Operation Unite, HOH offers a hip hop dance workshop taught by Loki Anthony, James Polo, Ntochta Badila and Derrick Carmon from the HIP HOP CHOP SHOP. Open to all ages, adults $5, youth free.

Hip Hop REMIXED!
Saturday, February 18, 1 -3 pm
Back by popular demand! In collaboration with Kuumba Dance & Drum & Operation Unite, HOH offers an opportunity for young musicians ages 10 - 14 to learn the fundamentals of Hip Hop music and songwriting and record / remix their own song. All equipment will be provided. Taught by HIP HOP CHOP SHOP. Registration requested.

Cross River Youth Choral Auditions
Thursday, February 2, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Auditions for two ensembles: beginning singers ages 8-12 & experienced treble singers, ages 10-18. To audition, please contact the director, Sheri Bauer-Mayorga, sheri@greenbowermusic.com or 518-392-5809.

Creative Writing for Teens
Mid-Winter Break Intensive
Tuesday - Friday, Feb 21 - 24, 1 - 3 pm
A creative writing intensive of non-fiction, fiction and flash fiction, and poetry. Teens will develop new skills and techniques, healthy writing habits, and increased confidence in their abilities. Taught by Chloe Caldwell. For ages 13 & up.

Scene & Monologue Study
http: hudson teen theatre Project
Mondays & Tuesdays, 3:30 - 6:30 pm, resuming Monday April 9
Led by theatre director Carol Rusoff. At this in-depth workshop, student actors/directors ages 13 and up will select, study, and prepare scenes and monologues from contemporary American and English Drama and film as well as original and adapted work with culminating June presentations at HOH.

Hudson Community Book Group
Wednesdays, 6 - 7:30 pm
In collaboration with Hudson City School District, students entering third through sixth grades and their parents participate in a facilitated conversation about literature. Free.

Dance Together
Mondays, 10 - 11 am, Feb 6 & 13, March 12 & 19
A four-session workshop in movement for pre-schoolers and their caregivers taught by Abby Lappen, exploring the elements of motor skills, balance with rhythm and music as tools. Each week a specific theme will direct exploration, including animals, nature, colors, shapes, numbers, and language. Ages 2 & up. $5 per child.

Art & Word
Visual Arts for Teens
Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5 pm, Feb 1, 8, 15 & 29
We doodle written notes, heart our i's, and bubble our letters. Are we making art? In this 4-week workshop, we'll explore the relationship between words, art, and ideas. We'll look at artists who utilize the architecture, shape, and texture of language; we'll look at graffiti and calligraphy, alphabets and fonts. Through book-binding and unbinding, painting, drawing, and collage, we will learn to read our art -- and to see our words. Taught by Cara Turett. For ages 15 & up.

Kuumba African Dance & Drum
Fridays, 6 pm dance; 7 pm drum, Jan 13, 20, 27 & Feb 3
In collaboration with Kuumba Dance & Drum & Operation Unite. Drumming (7 pm) ages 12 & up; dance (6 pm), ages 7 to adult. Adults $5, youth free. Call 518-828-3612 for more information.

Hudson Ten Percent Energy Challenge
Wednesdays, Jan 25 & Feb 22, 6 - 7:30 pm

The 10% Challenge is an invitation to join with your neighbors in an innovative program
that informs and supports people who want to save money and improve the environment. Participate by pledging to reduce your energy use by 10% over the course of a year. It’s easier to accomplish this objective when we do it together. If you’re ready to get started, come to a hands-on workshop. When you leave the workshop, you will have created an energy use tracking system; applied for a free energy audit of your building; and learned about easy and inexpensive ways to significantly lower your energy usage and expense. Bring utility bills (electric and gas or fuel) from January 2011 to the most recent month. Registration required!
Call Michael O’Hara: 518-828-4369 or info@hudsontenpercentchallenge

Intro to Color in Painting
Yura Adams
Saturdays, 9:30 - noon, Jan 14, 21, Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25
Learn to use color interpretively and become a more expressive painter. Each week will focus on a different approach and students will have the opportunity to investigate the concept in a painting study. For any level of skill from beginner to advanced, taught by Yura Adams. This course can be taken on its own, or as a follow-up to the fall course, Intro to Color in Painting. $185 / $150 members for six workshops.

Life Drawing with Model
Sundays, 10 am - 1 pm, March 11 - May 27
Artists work independently in a disciplined environment; No instructor or specific method is followed. $15 per session.

Kuumba African Dance & Drum
Fridays, 6 pm dance; 7 pm drum, Jan 13, 20, 27 & Feb 3
In collaboration with Kuumba Dance & Drum & Operation Unite. Drumming (7 pm) ages 12 & up; dance (6 pm), ages 7 to adult. Adults $5, youth free. Call 518-828-3612 for more information.

Kuumba Latin Fever
With Elena Mosley
Tuesdays, 6 - 7:45 pm, Jan 10, 17, 24 & 31
A Latin dance fitness class for women with Elena Mosely of Kuumba Dance & Drum. $2 donation. Call 828-3612 for more info.