ArtsUnion - Events 2008
Once again, the Arts Council is teaming up with a talented group of producers; some individuals, some organizations. Here's how we round 'em up: We put out a call for producers, review applications, and pick the cream of the crop. Then we work closely with the selected applicants to help them produce events, but the creativity and curatorial talent is theirs!
Please see this year's call to producers.
—2008 ArtsUnion Events—
WRAP'EM: Column Art Under McGrath
July 26 through September 28, 2008
Opening Celebration: Sat, July 26, 12-2 pm
The intersection of Washington Street & McGrath Highway
Alert! Until further notice, the Arts Union SSPSomerville production WRAP'EM has been postponed.
Please return to the websites, listserves, and personal contacts at both SSP and the Arts Council for scheduling updates. Thank you.
SSP: Cindy Larson: clarson@SSPsomerville.org; www.sspsomerville.org
Arts Council: contact within site
WRAP'EM will be a striking display of the columns under the raised portion of McGrath Highway which will be wrapped in canvas and painted by different artists and community groups. Pictured on left is one column painted last year (by Patricia Brennecke) during Project SUM 07. This year we plan on having 15 columns wrapped and painted.
Swing by July 26 for the lively and artful reception. View the art while listening to the sounds of The DGR Trio, featuring Dan Spilka on guitar, Greg Paré on vibes, and Rob Doherty on bass. The columns will be on display through the summer. Produced by SSPSomerville. For more info visit sspsomerville.org
Moved to RAIN DATE ! Now on Sunday August 3, 5-8pm.
Mixology: A 16 Count Dance Infusion
Sat, Aug 2 (raindate Sunday, Aug 3); 5-8pm
Union Square Plaza
At this dance fest, there will be performances by an array of local dance groups featuring a variety of genres and styles. Each group exchanges a short segment (2 counts of 8, for example) of choreography with another group, and integrates it into their own larger piece. Produced by Synergy Dance Company.
Moved to RAIN DATE ! Now on Saturday August 9, 7:30pm.
VidFest: High Performance Video and Music Festival
Fri, Aug 8 (raindate Sat Aug 9); 7:30pm
Union Square Plaza
 A one night only blitz of live music and video art in the heart of Union Square. VIdfest will feature video accompanied live music performances alongside temporary video installations by local artists and contemporary video makers. Produced by Sarah Schoemann.
Project MUM: Somerville's Final Frontier
Sat, Aug 23 (no raindate), 9pm - 1am
The intersection of Washington Street & McGrath Highway
Presented by ARTSomerville and the Somerville Arts Council. $10 suggested donation.
Space – Somerville’s final frontier! Project MUM, an open-air dance party under McGrath Highway, moves into orbit for 2008. This year's event creates an intergalactic space odyssey featuring four hours of music spun by a team of DJs led by DJs Flack, Yamin, Axel Foley & Pace. Lighting by illuminist Todd Sargent sets the stage for an unforgettable dance party.
Special visual effects by VJ Dziga. Celebrity dance stages led by veteran Boston performer Carey Foster, serves as inspiration to those of us shaking it on ground level. Carey Foster photo credit: Allison Evans For more info, visit: artsomerville.org
Devil Music Ensemble performs to "Red Heroine"
Sat, Sept 6 (raindate Sunday, September 7); 8-11pm
Union Square Plaza
 Devil Music Ensemble creates a live soundtrack performance to "Red Heroine", a silent martial arts film from China 1929. Last year at ArtsUnion DME created a sonic backdrop for the old country-western silent movie, "Big Stakes" (see photo at left) It was tremendous and we can't wait to see & hear the kung-fu spectacle they'll debut this year. For more info, visit Devil Music.
Somerville Moped-Scooter Rally & Concours
Sat, Sept 13 (raindate Sunday, Sept 14) ; 6-10pm
Union Square Plaza
Produced by moped maestro Todd Sargent, this event celebrates alternative transportation that helps reduce our carbon footprint. This is an early evening rally featuring two wheelers (250cc. or under) with audience- judging and awards. There will also be short film clips --and of course --mod, punk, rock bands and DJs. Also possible post concours ride across the Charles.
What the Fluff? A Tribute to Union Square Invention. Election Special!
Sat, Sept 27 (raindate Sunday, September 28) ; 4-7pm
Union Square Plaza 
Produced by Union Square Main Streets, this madcap festival celebrates Marshmallow Fluff and the silliness it inspires. In ironic tribute we call upon artists, musical and theatrical performers, inventors, humorists and the general public to celebrate this great American creation and the wackiness of American democracy. For more about Union Square Main Streets, visit USMS.
Ghosts of Somerville
Sat, Oct. 18 (rain date Oct. 19); 4pm-dusk
Learn Somervillian history in a fun and Halloween-related way! This delightful play  features characters interred in Milk Row Cemetery, including Harriet Thorp and Osgood and Emiline Dane. Dress warmly and in costume, if you like. Hot cider and goodies for all!
Meet at Milk Row Cemetery, 400 Somerville Ave., next to Market Basket.
$5 for adults, $3 for seniors and youth.
Questions?
Contact SHPC at 617-625-6600, x2525 or bwilson@ci.somerville.ma.us
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