It's been a long while since I updated the Distorted blog but for good measure and reason we've got a lot going on! Will and his staff hope you enjoy it and come out and celebrate emerging art in Philly and the tri-state region!
July
If you missed this past Friday &7/18/08) you missed out on a wonderful treat. We had the pleasure of opening Distortion: The Works of Peter Ehlinger.
Peter describes his treatment of watercolors as "heavy handed". His goal is to disguise the medium. His Asian influenced works reflect a unique style of multiple washes and intricate design. Some works begin with a substantial application of color and a reduction process which creates an unusual textured effect. His backgrounds have liberal applications of gold and bronze. Unlike Oriental artists, Peter's works are complex, structured and time-consuming. He combines traditional themes with bold colors in subjects ranging from Geishas to pottery.We have also launched a new individual and corporate sponsorship program talored to all of your needs. Contact me to find out how you can participate with your tax deductible contribution.
August
Auditions
We are pleased to formally announce that we have acquired the rights to Richard O'Brien's Rocky Horror Show. Yes, we're going to take you to the lab and see what's on the slab!
Auditions for both actors and musicians for the band will take place in mid-August for a 6 show run at Barnstormer's Theatre in Ridley Park, Pa. For more info please contact me.
Distortion: The Art Of Sharon Daws
Distortion Arts Project Board Member debuts her latest work with us with an Opening Reception on 8/29. She is based in acrylics featuring feminist heroes and femme fatales. It should be an exciting show! It runs 8/29-10/11.
A Celebration of Art
AQS Visual Management, Distortion Arts Project and Cafe Mocha team up for a showcase weekend of art, photography, musicians and great food at Cafe Mocha on Saturday, August 30.
SEPTEMBER
Roots
This is a special and unique event for Distortion. They say that you can never go home but I do not believe that. Distortion Arts Project has teamed up with Goggleworks Center for the Arts and the Berks Arts Council for a Sunday Brunch gala during the Goggleworks Gala Weekend.
Artists from all three organizations will be on hand displaying and explaining their work, local food and beverage by Reading and Berks County restaurants. Special performances by Genesius Theater, Reading Civic Theatre and Reading Community Players.
$20 for adults, $25 for couples and $5 for students with ID.
OCTOBER
Cafe Mocha
We will be debuting another exciting emerging artist for you on October 11. Stay tuned for more details!
Richard O'Brien's Rocky Horror Show
Yes, that sweet transvestite from Transexual Transylvania is coming to Distortion and the Philly burbs with an exciting production incorporating some of your favorite Rocky moments as well as some new ones!
Join Brad and Janet on their STRRANNNGGEEE journey to Dr. Frank's castle. Are you hungry for some meatloaf for dinner.
Opening night at Barnstormer's is October 17 and runs until November 1 including a potential Halloween midnight show that will be out of this WORLD!
Stay tuned for tickets and other information in the near future!
That's all for now and thanks for the support! Keep Distorted!