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Best of the arts in the weeks ahead
BRIDGEPORT Comedy
Jessica Kirson, Bridgeport Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State St. May 20, 7:30 p.m., May 21, 22,7 & 9 p.m. Tickets start at $40; Darren Fleet, May 23, 7 p.m. $120-$40. Shows will follow all State guidelines for reopening. bridgeport.stressfactory.com
Music
Sunday Jazz Brunch with New Haven Jazz Underground, Black Rock Social House, 2895 Fairfield Ave. May 23, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. fairfieldafterdark.com
Mighty Ploughboys, Bijou Theatre, 275 Fairfield Ave. May 21, Live audience, 8 p.m.; Live stream, 7:30 p.m. In-Person tickets: $20; The Storytellers: Bruce T. Carroll, David Ray and Don Lowe, May 22, Live audience and stream, 7:30 p.m. In-person tickets: $25; Gypsy in My Soul-Dawn Derow Sings Eydie Gorme, May 23, Live audience and stream, 5 p.m. In person- tickets: $40-$30. Above shows livestream tickets are Pay What You Can, $100-$5. bijoutheatrect.net
Live Music, The Shebeen Irish Bar & Grill, 2652 Fairfield Ave. May 21, 7:30 p.m. fairfieldafterdark.com
Visual Arts
Arcade Mall, City Lights Gallery, and Ursa Gallery. City Lights and Ursa Gallery offer companion exhibits: City Lights exhibit, “Pandemic Art;” and “Here Comes the Sun” at Ursa Gallery. Art galleries open until 7 p.m. citylightsgallery.org, bridgeport-art-trail.org
“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
DANBURY Visual Arts
“Abstractions: Shadows & Runes” photos by Joy Bush, Gallery at Still River Editions, 128 E Liberty St. Through May 28. Viewing inperson 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. 203-791-1474, stillrivereditions.com
Senior Portfolio Exhibit, virtual exhibit featured in Flickr albums open to viewing on the Western Connecticut State University Department of Art web page. Presented by the Gallery at the Visual and Performing Arts Center at WCSU, see diverse works in graphic design, illustration, photography and studio arts created by this year’s B.A. in Visual Art candidates. Visit bit.ly/3vkPQgnto view the entire portfolio of works. An in-person exhibit of a limited selection of these works will be held through May 30 at the Brookfield Craft Center Lynn Tendler Bignell Gallery, 286 Whisconier Road in Brookfield. Viewing times: Tue-Fri noon-5 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun noon-4 p.m. Free admission. Masks and social distancing required.
DARIEN Visual Arts
“Nature. Emotion. Connection. Community” works by Meredith Mulhearn, Geary Gallery, 576 Boston Post Road. Through May 29. In-person exhibit. Gallery hours: Wed-Sat 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 203655-6633, gearygallery.com
FAIRFIELD Festivals
BeachFest for High School Students, Lake Mohegan, 960 Morehouse Hwy. May 21, 6-10:15 p.m. $5 at the gate. Live music, food, bonfire. Rain date May 22. fairfieldrecreation.com
Films
Sand Jam Movie Nights, Jennings Beach, S. Benson Road: “Trolls World Tour,” June 18; “Abominable,” June 25; “The Croods,” July 9; “Frozen 2,” July 22; and “Tom & Jerry,” Aug. 5. DJ 6:30 p.m., movies start at dark. fairfieldrecreation.com
Music
Ana Popovic, Fairfield Theatre Company Warehouse, 70 Sanford St. May 21, 8 p.m. $48; Tom Petty Project,Warehouse, May 22, 8 p.m. $25; Brian Anderson’s Bob Dylan Birthday Bash, StageOne, May 24, 7:45 p.m. $35. fairfieldtheatre.org
Summer Concerts at Sherman Green Gazebo, corner of Post & Reef Road: Jim Royle Drum Studio, May 23; The Girls, May 27; Blue Water, May 29; The 5’Clocks, June 3; Clams Casino, June 5; The Sun Kings, June 6; The Low Darts, June 10. All concerts 6-8 p.m. For weather updates call Fairfield Parks & Recreation at 203-256-3144. fairfieldrecreation.com
Peanut Butter Jam Concerts at Sherman Green Gazebo, corner of Post & Reef Road: T-Bone, June 23; Tom Weber, June 30. All concerts 10:15 a.m. For weather updates call Fairfield Parks & Recreation at 203-256-3144. fairfieldrecreation.com
Visual Arts
“John Knuth: The Dawn,” Hollis Taggart Gallery, 330 Pequot Ave. Through July 3. 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. info@hollistaggart.com, 212-628-4000.
GREENWICH Films
UJA-JCC Greenwich presents the movie “Here We Are,” available to stream, May 23 4 p.m.-May 25, 10 p.m. For more information go to ujajcc.org.
Visual arts
Dario Campanile’s “Contemporary Art Exhibit,” Sorokin Gallery, 96 Greenwich Ave. Through June 1. Gallery viewing: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. 203-856-9048, sorokingallery.com
First Mural in Greenwich: Greenwich Pollinator Pathway commissioned a mural celebrating diversity within the human landscape, East Putnam & Overlook Dr. On “view” through May 22.
Exhibit of Paintings by Suellen Frick Lash, Greenwich Hospital Garden Cafe, 5 Perryridge Road. Through June 30, 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. daily. All works can be purchased by contacting the Greenwich Art society, Mon-Fri 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 203-629-1533 or e-mail admin@greenwichartsociety.org
“Greenwich Gardens & Landscapes, Past & Present,” Greenwich Historical Society, 47 Strickland Road. Through Sept. 5. Admission to the Galleries is advanced online ticket reservation only. Masks required. 203-869-6899, greenwichhistory.org
“Art to the Avenue Strolling Gallery,” Greenwich Art’s Council, 299 Greenwich Ave. Through May 31, 4-6 p.m. greenwichartscouncil.org
“Let in, Let go,” a multi-sensory video projection installation created by Holly Danger, a video artist based in Stamford, Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Dr. Now on view. Bruce Museum has re-opened to members and the public. Admission will be on a “Pay as You Wish” basis through Sept. 6. Suggested donation of $10 per adult. Proceeds help support exhibits and programs. 203-869-0376, brucemuseum.org
MILFORD Music
Live Music at Milford Sports Pub & Grill, 290 Old Gate Lane: Spellbound Duo, May 20, 7-10 p.m.; Kathy Thompson Band, May 21, 8-11 p.m.; Bits of Fingers-Black Sabbath Tribute, May 22, 7-11 p.m.; Get It Lit, May 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m. 203-2522550. fairfieldafterdark.com
Summer Pop Up Line-Up: Dance Party with NYC Dancer/Choreographer Maria Cherniske & Friends, Walnut Beach Pier; Outdoor Art Exhibit along the fence of Wasson Field, Constitution Dr., with music by Kayte Devlin, July 10; Standard Banana Steel Pan Music, Milford Green, Broad St., Aug. 14; and Classical Guitar by the MAC’s New England Guitar Society, Milford Historical Society, 34 High St., Sept. 11. All events begin 11 a.m. 203-878 6647, milfordarts.org
Milford Performance Center Drive-In Live Concert Series: No Quarter-Tribute to Led Zeppelin’s Legacy, Connecticut Post Mall Sears Front Lot, May 21, 7 p.m. $95$55; Riders on the Storm-Doors Tribute, May 22, 7 p.m. $95-$55. Tickets are based on a per car basis with up to 4 people in a car. Food trucks. Keeping each car socially distant will allow for up to 4 people to sit outside the car with a barrier of a car and distance between vehicles for a safe and enjoyable concert experience. Backup FM transmission. 203-723-3672. Tickets at milfordperformancecenter.org.
Perform
Pantochino Productions Inc., Professional not-for-profit theatre for family audiences offers its Pantochino Curbside Tiki Show. Pantochino Curbside offers an original mini musical performed at a safe distance live in your yard or driveway, just for you and your family. The season kicks off with “The Tiki Show,” performances July-Sept. Schedule at pantochino.com
Specials
“Mac Experiences” offered by Milford Arts Council: A Plein Air Mini-Retreat for artists, May 22. Information and registration at milfordarts.org
NEW CANAAN
Visual Arts
“Kathleen Jacobs: Soars,” Heather Gaudio Fine Art, 66 Elm St. Through June 19. Heather Gaudio Fine Arts PROJECTS, located on 78
Elm St. “Richard Serra, Selected Prints” through July 1. Tue-Sat 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 203-801-9590, heathergaudiofineart.com
“David Hartt: A Colored Garden,” The Glass House. Exhibit on view through Nov. 15. theglasshouse.org
“Through Our Eyes IX New Canaan High School Art Exhibit,” Carriage Barn Arts Center, 681 South Ave. 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. 203-594-3638, carriagebarn.org
“PAINT,” Silvermine Gallery, 1037 Silvermine Road. Through June 30. In-person viewing. CDC and CT State guidelines will be followed. Exhibit can also be viewed online. Galleries open Tue-Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 203-966-9700, ext. 3, silvermineart.org
NORWALK
Music
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra offers Streamed Spring Chamber Music Concerts: “Woodwinds & Brass,” May 21, 7 p.m. $20 per household, $5 students. Tickets at norwalksymphony.org/buy-online
Wall Street Theater presents A Night of Music Under the Stars with Back in Black-AC/DC Tribute, Art Park at Wall Street, 23 Isaacs St. May 21, 7 p.m. doors open, 8 p.m. show. $40-$18. Socially distanced seating. Tickets at wallstreettheater.com
Stage
Down The Rabbit Hole: The Only Way Out Is Through, online-only production hosted by Theatre Artists Workshop, May 20- May 24, 8-9:30 p.m. Support theatre arts in your community with Theatre Artists Workshop’s annual Spring New Works Festival of 8 short plays. Viewing window closes, May 24, 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at taworkshop.org.
Elm Shakespeare Company hosts a “Special Edition” of Summer Shakespeare in Edgerton Park. Full schedule and information at ElmShakespeare.org
Visual Arts
“Growing Lines-A Thread,” MAD Lab, 22 Leonard St. Exhibit on view May 22, 2-6 p.m. Showing, shopping, light refreshments, raffle.
“A Slug’s Life: Facing the Climate Endgame,” Maritime Aquarium, 10 N. Water St. Through Labor Day.
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
“In the City” the upcoming exhibit at Rowayton Arts Center. The exhibit will run May 23-June 20. Opening reception, May 23, 4-6 p.m. Visit the website for the prospectus and information for submitting entries online. rowaytonarts.org
RIDGEFIELD Films
35th Anniversary: “Stand By Me,” Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E. Ridge. May 26, 7 p.m. $12:50; Great Art on Film Series: “Hermitage The Power Of Art,” May 26-June 1. Showtimes: 1, 4, 7, & 10 p.m. $10. When you buy a ticket, you must choose a date & time to watch the screening. Just like a live show, you can ONLY watch on the date & time you select. Masks and social distance required at all times. Visit website or call for ticket information. 203438-5795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org
Music
Broadway & Cabaret Series: “Echoes of Sinatra” starring Steve Kazlauskas, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E. Ridge. May 23, 4 p.m. $39.50. Outdoor show under the tent next to the Playhouse. Tickets at ridgefieldplayhouse.org, or visit or call the box office. 203-438-5795.
BandJam, Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E. Ridge. June 6, 4 p.m. $20. BandJam competition is back with some of the most talented local area middle and high school bands competing for the title of BandJam 2021 winner. For information or to purchase touchless print at home tickets go online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org, visit or call the box office at 203-438-5795.
Visual Arts
Ridgefield Guild of Artists Juried Member Show, May 22-June 19. In-Gallery at 34 Halpin Lane, WedSun, noon-4 p.m. Also available online. 203-438-8863, rgoa.org
Artist Visit: “A Season of Hope, Inspirational Fine Arts,” Meetinghouse at Ridgebury Congregational Church, 605 Ridgebury Road. May 22, noon-4 p.m. Demonstration of an original still life oil painting by Trish Wend, in her classic, Old Master style. Related event: Arts in the Meetinghouse, May 22-June 13. Gallery is at 602 Ridgebury Road. Gallery Hours: Wed-Sun, noon-4 p.m. culturalalliancefc.org
“After the Mobile,” a two-part solo exhibit by artist Tim Prentice that features twenty indoor works, five outdoor works, and a video portrait of the artist, presented both in the Museum’s galleries and Sculpture Garden. The indoor exhibit on view through Oct. 4, and the outdoor installation on view from Sept. 19, 2021-April 24, 2022. “Clarity Haynes: Collective Transmission,” on view, through Sept. 6. Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 258 Main St. aldrichart.org
STAMFORD
Films
Drive-In & Dine Talegate Movie Night: “Toy Story,” Museum & Nature Center, 151 Scofieldtown Road (north parking lot). May 21, 6:30 p.m. gates open, movie begins at dusk. $40 up to two people, $60 three or more people. Socially distanced outdoor event. Each car will be given a space to park as well as a space to use throughout the evening. Food trucks on-site. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. stamfordmuseum.org
Visual Arts
“Artistic Celebration of Motherhood,” virtual exhibit offered online by Stamford Art Association, through May 31. stamfordartassociation.org
“Vivian & Stanley Reed Marine Show,” online exhibit offered by Stamford Art Association Townhouse Gallery, June 12-July 17. Virtual opening & Awards Ceremony: June 12, 4 p.m. Artists acceptance will be posted by May 27 on the SAA’s website. 203-325-1139, stamfordartassociation.org
“The Artistry of Fans Exhibit” and “Stamford's Toy Chest Exhibit,” Stamford History Center, 1508 High Ridge Road. Duel exhibits on view through June 1. For visiting hours visit stamfordhistory.org, 203-3291183.
“Enduring Wonder: SM&NC 85th Anniversary Exhibit, A Retrospective of our Art, Treasures & Curiosities,” Museum & Nature Center’s Bendel Galleries, 151 Scofieldtown Road. May 21-Aug. 22. 203-977-6521, stamfordmuseum.org
“Bodies in Motion,” Loft Artists Gallery, 575 Pacific St. Through June 13. In-gallery all member exhibit. Gallery hours: Fridays 5-7:30 p.m.; Saturdays 1-4 p.m. Facemasks required. 203-247-2027, loftartists.org