Renaissance Regional & Grad Show

We are excited to announce the 11th Annual Renaissance Regional Art Exhibition and 3rd Annual Graduate Exhibition opening this Friday, August 21st from 6-7:30pm. The Visual Arts Gallery and East Wing Gallery features the work of artists residing in the Southeast. Andee Rudloff, local artist and Community Relations Manager at the Frist Center, served as juror for this annual competition choosing about 50 pieces from 158 entries. Media such as painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and more represents such states as Tennessee, Mississippi, Kentucky and Louisiana.

System of Interdependent Terms (Blowing Dandelions) by Jennifer Georgescu

Artists exhibiting are Eleanor Baker, Jan Batts, Sandy Burr, Robmat Butler, Randy Carden, Aletha Carr, Joy Deann Carson, Ellie Caudill, Mitchell Chamberlain, Sharon Charney, Mary Dixon, David Farmerie, Joy Fenton, Michael Furlong, Joe Gayden, Jennifer Georgescu, Elissa Robin Graff, Brandt Hardin, Faith Heitzer, B. Bailey Hutchinson, Mark Evan Ivie, Bob Jones, Breanna Elise King, Connie Livingston-Dunn, Brandon Long, Carol Harding McTyre, Thomas Nawrocki, Alison Oakes, Robert Bruce Scott, Diane Shaw, Jim Spitler, Denise Stewart-Sanabria, Toyzini, Anne Williams and Laura Wilson.

The North Wing Gallery will present the 3rd Annual Graduate Exhibition, a contemporary installation by artist Ben Utigard. A recent MFA graduate from Memphis College of Art, Utigard paints and creates collages and then cuts out pieces from the finished canvas using a band saw. These pieces form Utigard's Cut-Out Painting Series and installation that functions as an explosion of art on the walls.

A free opening with the amazing artists will take place from 6-7:30pm on Friday, August 21st. The exhibit runs through October 24th so if you can't make it to the opening you have plenty of time to catch this dynamic show!

Fall Program Guide here now!

Check your mailboxes, or if you are unfortunate enough to not be on our mailing list already, come by for your own copy of this fall's program guide! With so many cool things going on at The Renaissance Center you don't want to miss a second. Check out the new lessons such as Earth Art for Kids and special performances like Cirque D'Or by the Golden Dragon Acrobats!

And.... Because we are all excited and happy, here is a special deal, good all semester long in the CyberShere. When customers purchase 2 consecutive tickets for shows on the same day, customers will receive $1 off their entire purchase. If tickets are purchased for 3 consecutive shows on the same day, customers will receive $3 off their total purchase. Tickets must be purchased at the same time in order to receive the discount. No refunds available. Confusing, maybe a little, but regardless this is a good deal that you don't want to miss out on. Come get your fall guide and CyberSphere tickets now!

Gallery: Call for Entries

11th Annual Renaissance Regional Art Exhibit
Deadline for Entries: July 15th, 2009

Applicable artists are over the age of 16 and reside in Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Louisiana or Virginia.

To enter, please send the following:

• A CD with images saved at a minimum resolution of 300 DPI or slides with a dot in the top right front corner.
• A corresponding image list.
• A $10 fee per entry. Artists may submit a maximum of 6 entries.
• A sheet with contact information including address, phone number and email.
• SASE for the return of slides only! CDs and DVDs will not be returned.

Mail entries to: The Renaissance Center, Attn: Amanda Dillingham, 855 Hwy 46 S., Dickson, TN 37055

The work will be juried by Andee Rudloff, Educator for Outreach at the Frist Center and talented artist. 2D, 3D and Video Art will be accepted. 2D art must be framed and equipped with the proper hanging wire. Video art must be in DVD format and playable on a standard DVD player. Awards include a $500 Juror's Choice award, $125 Merit Awards and a Gallery Purchase Award TBD.

Shipping of accepted work is the responsibility of the artist and will not be returned unless proper arrangements have been made. The Renaissance Center has the right to refuse any artwork felt unsuitable for display or misrepresented during the jury process. In addition, the Center will use slides and digital images for marketing purposes, giving credit to the artist.

Important Dates
Entry Deadline: July 15
Jurying: July 20
Notification: July 24
Work Drop Off: August 7

Please direct any questions to Amanda Dillingham at amanda.dillingham@rcenter.org or 615-740-5545.

Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes

Experience the amazing music and life of Hank Williams!

July 2, 2009: The Renaissance Center’s Gaslight Dinner Theatre is excited to present Jason Petty’s critically acclaimed production, Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes.

Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes showcases Petty's uncanny ability to capture the sounds of Hank Williams. The show takes audiences back in time to the very beginnings of country music paying homage not only to Williams, but also to country legends, like Jimmie Rodgers, Roy Acuff, Ernest Tubb, Webb Pierce, George Jones, and many more. Backed by a four-piece band, the production features Williams' classic hits such as I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry, Your Cheatin' Heart, Hey Good Lookin', Cold Cold Heart, Lovesick Blues, You Win Again and many more. Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes will make you smile, cry, clap your hands and stomp your feet with excitement.

Actor Jason Petty was born and raised in Manchester, TN and spent his summers growing up on his grandmother's farm in Primm Springs, TN. This veteran actor and singer has performed in theatres across the United States, Canada and Europe. Petty began portraying the country music legend, Hank Williams, in 1996 at the world famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville Tennessee. Since that time, he has also appeared in national tours of Lost Highway winning a prestigious Obie Award for his Off Broadway portrayal of Hank Williams. His acting ability has afforded Petty roles in film, television and theatre and his musicianship and song writing abilities have won him numerous performances on The Grand Ole Opry, as well as the honor of performing with distinguished songwriters and producers in Nashville at the exclusive Blue Bird Café.

Lunch Matinees are July 9, 16, 23 at noon and tickets are $25. Dinner performances are July 10, 17, and 24 at 6:30pm. Tickets for Dinner Shows are $35. Each performance includes a delicious buffet. Tickets are on sale now at 615.740.5500.

Last Chance for Willy Wonka Luncheon

Tickets are going fast, so be sure to call and get yours today. And as a special treat please enjoy this coupon from us to you! It can be used for the luncheon or any regular performance.

Willy Wonka

Check out the Renaissance Players new production of Willy Wonka! Get your tickets now by calling 615-740-5500.

The Logo Project

Free Portraits by Renowned Photographer

May 27, 2009 – Do you love to wear Tommy Gear? How about that Abercrombie & Fitch hoodie that is worn-in just right? On Saturday, June 27^th from 11-5pm and Sunday, June 28^th, noted portrait photographer Craig Wallace Dale will make a free portrait for anyone wearing clothing with a predominant brand logo. The portrait sessions will take place in The Renaissance Center’s lighting studio as part of the Firefly Fine Arts Festival and his current gallery exhibit titled The Logo Project.

“Much of my current work attempts to use art to engage social phenomenon.” Dale notes, “I am fascinated by our celebration of logos like Tommy, Abercrombie & Fitch, Juicy, Hollister, FUBU, and Sean John. How those choices are made and the meaning that we place upon them is the topic of my latest work."

This is a unique opportunity to get a free portrait by a photographer whose work has been seen in The New York Times, Barrons, People, Voyaging, Ladies’ Home Journal and others. Additionally, the work was exhibited last July at the Wood Art Center in Montpelier, Vermont.

Everyone is welcome and anyone wearing logo clothing is eligible for a free portrait after answering a few simple questions. No appointment is necessary, portraits will be made on a first come first served basis. The Renaissance Center is located in Dickson, TN, just 30 miles outside of Nashville. For further information please email amanda.dillingham@rcenter.org or call 615-740-5545.

Craig Wallace Dale

E-mail: cwd@craigdale.com

http://www.craigdale.com/logoweb/