THINGS TO DO
Best of the arts in the weeks ahead
BRIDGEPORT Comedy
Vinnie Brand, Bridgeport Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State St. March 11, 7: 30 p. m., March 13, 7 & 8: 30 p. m. $ 120-$ 40. Shows resume indoors with 50% capacity, and following all State guidelines for reopening. bridgeport. stressfactory.com
Tickled Pink- Pink Pledge Fundraiser with Vinnie Brand, online comedy show hosted by Bridgeport Stress Factory Comedy Club, March 12, 7: 55 p. m. $ 15. Live, inperson Tickled Pink Pledge Fundraiser with Vinnie Brand takes place, 8 p. m. $ 320-$ 80. bridgeport. stressfactory.com
Music
“Mozart to Beethoven to Mahler,” virtual concert recorded at The Klein Memorial Auditorium, featuring Mira Wang, violin and GBS musicians, all socially distanced, under the direction of conductor Eric Jacobsen, available for at- home viewing beginning March 13. Tickets at gbs. org
St. Patrick’s Day
39th Annual Greater Bridgeport St. Patrick's Day Parade, watch the parade from the comfort of your home, March 17, noon. facebook. com/ St. PatricksParadeBridgeport
Visual Arts
“Photorealism: Fixing the Fleeting Moment,” Housatonic Museum of Art on the Housatonic Community College Campus, 900 Lafayette Blvd. New exhibit on view through Dec. 2021; “The Roots of Abstraction,” exhibit on view through Aug. 31, 2021. An appointment to visit the museum is necessary, and visitors must be prepared to comply with social distancing rules and wear protective face masks. Housatonic Museum of Art will also make the exhibit available as a slideshow, virtual tour and as a print- on- demand catalog. 203- 332- 5052, housatonicmuseum.org
“DAZZLE: A Garden of Glass” exhibit of hand- blown glass by glass artist Peter Greenwood, Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Victorian Greenhouse, 1875 Noble Ave. On view through April 6. Open seven days a week 9 a. m.- 4 p. m. Zoo admission: $ 15 adults, $ 10 children 3- 11 and seniors over 62. Children under three are free. All the pieces in the show will be available for purchase at the end of the exhibit. Masks required, social distancing must be observed. Purchase tickets at beardsleyzoo.org
DANBURY Specials
Western Connecticut State University Office of the Provost will host a Scholars in Action program on Webex, March 16, 4 p. m. WCSU faculty members in a panel discussion about “Learning from Each Other: Collaborating with Students and Colleagues for a Better Educational Experience.” For more information contact Sherri Hill of the Office of University Relations at hills@ wcsu. edu.
Visual Arts
“Abstractions: Shadows & Runes” photo exhibit by Joy Bush, Gallery at Still River Editions, 128 E Liberty St. Through March 26. Viewing in- person and virtually. Regular gallery hours: Mon- Fri 8: 30 a. m.- 5 p. m. Open to 1 or 2 visitors from the same household at one time, masks required. 203791- 1474, stillrivereditions.com
DARIEN Visual Arts
Darien Arts Center’s Smartphone Photo Contest, “Pic Darien: Images of Hope, Heroes and Home.” Winners announced March 28. darienarts.org
FAIRFIELD Comedy
Dean Edwards, Fairfield Theatre Company Warehouse, 70 Sanford St. March 12, 8 p. m. $ 35 In- Person & $ 14.99 Live- stream; Judy Gold, March 13, 8 p. m. $ 35 In- Person & $ 14.99 Live- stream. fairfieldtheatre.org
Fairfield Comedy Club hosts Paul Virzi, J. B. Percival Co., 63 Unquowa Road. March 11, 6 & 8 p. m. $ 29. fairfieldcomedyclub.com
Music
Sphinx Virtuosi, self- conducted ensemble comprised of 18 top Black and Latinx classical soloists perform, “This is America,” virtual concert presented by Fairfield University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, March 14, 3 p. m. Tickets start at $ 10 and available at quickcenter.com. 203- 2544010.
Visual Arts
“The Art of the Discovery,” Hollis Taggart Gallery, 330 Pequot Ave. Through March 27. Masks required and all COVID protocols followed. Gallery hours: Wed- Sat 9: 30 a. m.- 4: 30 p. m.; Sun 9 a. m.- 2 p. m. Masks required and all State Covid protocols followed. info@ hollistaggart.com, 212- 6284000.
“Outside” show by Art/ Place members, Fairfield Theater Company building, 70 Sanford St. On view in the gallery daily 11 a. m.- 5 p. m. until futher notice. 203- 3191404
“By Design: Theater and Fashion in the Photography of Lalla Essaydi” art exhibit featuring photos by Lalla Essaydi, 3- D virtual tour and audio guide, presented by Fairfield University Art Museum’s Walsh Gallery in the Quick Center for the Performing Arts, on view through the museum’s website, through May 21. thequicklive.com fairfield. edu/ museum
GREENWICH Lectures
“Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?: 2020, A Turning Point for Museums” with Laura D. Corey, PhD, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, virtual lecture presented by Greenwich Art Society on Zoom, March 16, 5: 30 p. m. $ 45. Register by phone or at greenwichartsociety.org
Lecture on Newport’s Slave Trade: “God’s Little Acre- The Slave Trade in Newport” with Keith Stokes, kicks off Greenwich Historical Society’s Partnership with the Witness Stones Project. The presentation takes place on Zoom, March 16, 6- 7 p. m. Lecture is part of a series of events designed to shine a light on the history, humanity and contributions of enslaved individuals who resided in Greenwich as early as the 1600’ s through the Historical Society’s partnership with Witness Stones Project. $ 10 members, $ 15 nonmembers. Townwide Witness Stones Placement ceremony and reception, May 27. For information and to reserve visit bit. ly/ 3bVaawP
Visual arts
“Lost Landscape Revealed: Childe Hassam and The Red Mill, Cos Cob,” Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Road. Inperson exhibit on view through March 28. Tickets must be reserved in advance by visiting greenwichhistory.org. Museum Store open Mon- Fri 9 a. m.- 5 p. m., Sat- Sun noon- 4 p. m. Library and Archives open by appointment only. Guided Tour Site and Landscape Tours, Sat & Sun ( weather permitting) and must be reserved in advance. The Bush- Holley House remains closed.
NEW CANAAN Visual Arts
“Sagerman and Clement: HighPerformance Color” paintings by Robert Sagerman and sculpture by John Clement, Heather Gaudio Fine Art, 66 Elm St. March 13- May 1. 203- 801- 9590, rachael@ heathergaudiofineart.com. heathergaudiofineart.com
“Texture + Transparency,” virtual tours and online programming hosted by The Glass House, available on the website.theglasshouse.org
“Through Our Eyes IX New Canaan High School Art Exhibit,” Carriage Barn Arts Center, 681 South Ave. Through March 20. Exhibit will also feature a juried selection of work by NCHS Alumni. In gallery & virtually online. Gallery hours: Wed- Sat 10 a. m.- 3 p. m.; Sun 1- 5 p. m. Admission is free. Masks required. 203- 5943638, carriagebarn.org
“The Golden Door,” Silvermine Gallery, 1037 Silvermine Road. Through March 13. In- person viewing, 10 a. m.- 4 p. m. Galleries open Tue- Sat, 10 a. m.- 4 p. m. Schedule in advance at 203- 966- 9700, ext. 3, silvermineart.org
NEW MILFORD Visual Arts
“Waiting for Spring” New Works by Gallery 25 Artists, Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St. Through March 21. Gallery hours: Sat- Sun noon- 3 p. m. gallery25ct.com
NORWALK Films
Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk IMAX Theater, 10 N. Water St. opens its new 4D Movie Theater. 3D glasses send the action spilling off the screen and over audiences, with additional sensory special effects, such as scents, bubbles, wind, mists and more. Two films: BBC Earth’s “Shark: A 4D Experience” at 15 minutes after each hour, and “Ice Age: No Time for Nuts 4D” at 45 minutes after each hour, weekdays, and on weekends & holidays, the movies will run alternatingly every 20 minutes starting at 10: 20 a. m. 4D movie tickets: $ 7 per person, $ 6 members. Tickets optional in addition to Aquarium admission. Aquarium admission: $ 26.95 adults, $ 24.95 seniors ( age 65+), $ 19.95 children ( ages 3- 12). COVID precautions include reduced capacity, physical distancing and required face masks. See the entire movie schedule, and reserve tickets at maritimeaquarium.org.
Outdoors
Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, 10 N Water St. Winter Birding Cruise: March 13 & 27, 1 p. m. $ 26.50, $ 21.50 Aquarium members. COVID precautions include reduced capacity, physical distancing and required face masks. 203- 852- 0700, ext. 2206, maritimeaquarium.org $ 26.50, $ 21.50 Aquarium members.
Visual Arts
“A Slug’s Life: Facing the Climate Endgame,” Maritime Aquarium, 10 N. Water St. Through June 13. Exhibit features forms and adaptations of animals from ocean reefs, discover the important warnings they can tell us about climate change. The exhibit blends live marine animals with sculptures of a type of sea slug called nudibranchs by New Haven artist Gar Waterman, plus photos by divers from around the world. Limited guest capacity, masks required, ticket sales online with timed entries. $ 26.95, $ 24.95 age 65+, $ 19.95 ages 3- 12. Free with admission. 203- 852- 0700, maritimeaquarium.org
“Spring Juried Show” taking place at Rowayton Arts Center from March 14- April 10. Opening reception, March 14, 4- 6 p. m. rowaytonarts.org
City of Norwalk Parking Authority’s Maritime Garage Gallery is holding a virtual exhibit entitled “Splash.” Featuring artwork with pieces that bring light and energy via bright colors and dynamic composition. The exhibit will run through March 14. Artists and the public are encouraged to participate via the Gallery’s social media. 203- 831- 9063, norwalkpark.org/ public- art
RIDGEFIELD Comedy
Christine O’Leary Comedy Graduation Showcase, Live and virtual show hosted by Ridgefield Playhouse, March 15, 7: 30 p. m. $ 25. Christine O’Leary and her students will perform LIVE from The Ridgefield Playhouse stage with limited indoor seating. Ticket purchasers will be e- mailed a Zoom show link and given instructions the day of the show. Masks and Social distance required. 203- 438- 5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org
Films
Great Art on Film Series: “Secret Impressionists,” Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E. Ridge. March 11, 7 p. m. $ 12: 50; “Church People,” March 13, 7 p. m. $ 12.50. Tickets must be reserved in advance. Masks and social distance required at all times. 203- 438- 5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org
Lectures
ARTalk: “Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection of Dutch Golden Age paintings by Frans Hals, Jan Vermeer, Rembrandt von Rijn, and others,” by Dr. Michael Norris, online lecture hosted by Ridgefield Library on Zoom, March 14, 2 p. m. Register at ridgefieldlibrary.org or call 203- 438- 2282.
Music
Pepsi Rock Series on Film: “Yesterday,” Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E. Ridge. March 12, 7: 30 p. m. $ 12; We Banjo 3- Livestream from Ireland, March 13, 5 p. m. $ 79-$ 20. Socially distanced, limited capacity performance. Face masks required at all times. Tickets at ridgefieldplayhouse.org, or visit or call the box office. 203- 438- 5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org
Visual Arts
Ridgefield Guild of Artists CameraWorks 2021, Ridgefield Guild Of Artists, 34 Halpin Lane. Through March 28, noon- 4 p. m. Tickets are free, but entry is by appointment through Sign- up genius on our website. 203- 438- 8863, rgoa.exhibitions@gmail.com
“Twenty Twenty” exhibit of works on paper that presents the work of seven artists whose work is based on photographic imagery, Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 258 Main St. Through March 14. In- person viewing but timed ticketing reservations required.aldrichart.org
STAMFORD Films
Avon Theatre, 272 Bedford St. In- Person screenings: “Test Pattern,” March 17, 7 p. m. $ 14.50, $ 9 Avon members. Open seven days a week, screening new releases with safety protocols in place. Tickets at avontheatre.org
St. Patrick’s Day
Ireland with Michael, virtual concert hosted by Palace Theatre, March 14, 6 p. m. Celtic show from the National Opera House in Wexford, Ireland. The never- beforeseen show features the Irish Concert Orchestra, 2 choirs, singers, and musicians from all over Ireland, joining renowned Irish singer Michael Londra. Celebrate Irish culture, heritage, and music for Saint Patrick’s season. Visit website for ticket and streaming information. 203- 325- 4466, palacestamford.org
Visual Arts
“Welkom to Amsterdam et Vienna” online exhibit featuring Gayle Gleckler and Tony Woolner, Stamford Art Association Townhouse Gallery, 39 Franklin St. Through March 13. 203- 325- 1139, stamfordartassociation.org
“Global Garden: Resonant Beauty” Solo Exhibit of Orchid Paintings by Patricia Laspino, Museum & Nature Center’s Bendel Galleries, 151 Scofieldtown Road. Through March 21. 203- 977- 6521, stamfordmuseum.org
“Small, Smaller, Smallest,” Loft Artists Gallery, 575 Pacific St. Through March 21. In- gallery all member exhibit of small works. Gallery hours: Fridays 5- 7: 30 p. m.; Saturdays 1- 4 p. m. Facemasks required. 203- 247- 2027, loftartists. org
WASHINGTON Lectures
Artist Lecture Series: “Rossiter’s Riverside Retreat” with author and historian Carol Santoleri, virtual event hosted by Gunn Historical Museum on Zoom, March 15, 6: 30 p. m. Registration required at gunnlibrary.org/ gunn- museum/ museumregistration- page/
St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day Food: “Cupcakes,” virtual event hosted by Gunn Memorial Library & Historical Museum, March 13, 1 p. m. Decorate cupcakes with fun sprinkes, candies, frosting, and more. These charming cupcakes are easy to decorate and sure to delight the little leprechaun in your life. Call to request a kit for curbside pickup. Library is located at 5 Wykeman Road. 860- 8682310, gunnlibrary.org
Visual Arts
Washington Arts Association announces it’s latest exhibit, that will be on display in the Association’s three galleries: Gallery Three with “Post Pandemic;” Galleries One & Two: “Portraits of Front Liners,” “I Heard the News Today Oh Boy,” and “Quarantine 2020Through a Crow’s Eye.” Exhibit runs through March 28. washingtonartassociation.org.
Local artist Susan van Asch van Wyck’s exhibit in charcoal, graphite, gouache, and pastel, on display at the Gunn Memorial Library Stairwell Gallery, 5 Wykeham Road. Through April 10. Artwork available for show and sale. Library hours at gunnlibrary.org. 860- 868- 7586 or e- mail gunncirc@biblio.org.
WATERBURY Specials
Storytelling Series 2ND ACT with Joe Cappello, husband of the late Dr. Nancy Cappello, founder of the organization ARE YOU DENSE? INC., Palace Theater, 100 East Main St. March 16, 3 p. m. Learn how he is carrying on her legacy and saving lives continuing the important work of ARE YOU DENSE?. Limited tickets are available for $ 20 each and can be purchased online at palacetheaterct.org, by phone at 203- 3462000, or in person at the Box Office, 100 East Main St. To insure safety of all during the presentation all COVID - 19 safety guidelines will be adhered to, masks required.
WESTPORT Visual Arts
Westport Book Shop’s Drew Friedman Art Place welcomes artist Norm Siegel as exhibitor for the month of March. The Bookshop is located at 23 Jesup Road. The exhibit is open to the public during business hours: Thu- Fri noon- 6 p. m.; Sat- Sun noon- 5 p. m. westportbooksales.org
“Vanishing Species Vanishing Murals,” outdoor gallery in downtown Westport. Murals on exterior walls visible to shoppers, diners, and visitors, and will depict a different endangered animal species. Locations: courtyard at Bedford Square; next to Jeera Thai on the back of Sconset Square; Post Road below Amy Simon Fine Art, and along the handicapped ramp at the front of Anthropologie. amykaplanartwork@gmail.com
“Say the Word,” Westport Library, 20 Jesup Road. Exhibit on view through March 31 in the South Gallery near the main entrance. Online exhibit, “Westport’s Suffragists- Our Neighbors, Our Crusaders.” westportlibrary.org