Arts In Action May/June 2014 by City of Garland, Texas

Arts In Action Garland Symphony Orchestra Season Finale

On May 9 at 8 p.m. the GSO will feature Alex McDonald performing Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor, Op. 30. Since his orchestral debut at age 11, pianist Alex McDonald has performed across the United States as well as in Israel, Canada, Japan, and South Korea. In 2013, McDonald was accepted to compete in the 14th Van Cliburn Competition, the first native Texan to be accepted in more than 30 years. In addition to Mr. McDonald’s performance, the orchestra will be performing Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, Op. 45. To purchase tickets call 972-205-2790 or visit GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com. For more information on the GSO visit GarlandSymphony.org.

Garland Summer Musicals Season Opens in June

Join the Garland Summer Musicals for the world’s most celebrated musical. The young at heart of all ages will love it! Peter Pan is the enchanting story of a boy who didn’t want to grow up. You will be captivated by Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, the children, the pirates and the Indians of Never Never Land as they perform the show-stopping songs from this Tony Award winning musical: I Won’t Grow Up; Pirate Song; Wendy; I’m Flying; and Never Never Land. The Peter Pan Cast includes: Mary Margaret Pyeatt as Peter Pan; Michael Robinson as Captain Hook/Mr. Darling; Jon Morehouse as Smee; Jackie Lengfelder as Mrs. Darling; Helena Lynch as Wendy Darling; Liam Michael Granville Arts Center Taylor as John Darling; Parker presents Niksich as Michael Darling; Lissie Mays as Tiger Lily; and Nick Chabot as Nana. Flying Effects provided by ZFX, Inc. Performances are June 13, 14, 20 & 21 at 8 p.m. and June 15 & 22 at 2:30 p.m. For tickets visit May 5-June 27 GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com or call 972-205-2790. For more information about GSM visit GarlandSummerMusicals.org.

“In Spirit” Art Exhibit by Faith Artists

Pirates:

Chris Edwards, Dominique Brinkley, Michael Moore, Cody Dry, Mark Quach, Josh Hepola, Ian Bridgman, Philip Bentham, Steve Beene and Max Perkel

Lost Boys: Adam Henley, David Helms, Riley Niksich, Jacob Barnes, Tex Patrello, Andy Stratton and Quinlin Sandefer Indians: Stephen Raikes, Kyle Igneczi, Samuel Swim, Kyle Fleig, Brad Weatherford and Michael Albee Indian Maidens: Jill Nicholas, Alex Altshuler, Jennie Jermaine, Rachel Broussard and Stephanie Butler

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Gallery Space Viewing hours: Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and during night and weekend performances.

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Small Theatre June

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Shrek The Musical 7 p.m. Shrek The Musical 2:30 p.m.

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521 W. State Street

Glitz and Glam Expo 6 p.m. Millermuller Ballet 7:30 p.m. Father of the Bride 4:15 p.m. Father of the Bride 7 p.m.

Downtown Square May

The Gala Vibes Company and Black the 2014 Glitz and Glam Fashion Entertainment. There will be door prize throughout the evening. Tickets in adv for 2 or more. Tickets at the door are $2

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May 3 | 6 p.m. | Plaza Theatre

Marketplace 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

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May 17 & June 21 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | Downtown Square

Every 3rd Saturday we invite you to the Historic Downtown Garland Square for growers, produce, vendors and food. This is a great opportunity to support local artisans, craftsman, growers, and merchants.

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May 24 | 4:15 & 7 p.m. | Plaza

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“Mexico y sus Danzas”

by Mexico 2000 Ballet Folklorico May 25 | 7 p.m. | Brownlee Auditorium

This spectacular folk dance concert is a series of stories of different traditional indigenous ethnic groups still in existence in México and how they have preserved their dance and musical traditions that were transformed with the Spanish conquest. Tickets are $15.

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nal group of artists whose main mission is to produce and present faith based, for the ages. The Gallery Space of the Granville Arts Center is open Monday m.-4 p.m. and during all performances on weeknights and weekends.

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MillerMuller Ballet Spring Gala May 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Plaza Theatre

MillerMuller ballet presents an exciting evening of classical ballet including both the traditional Chopin Reverie and the full length, original Japanese ballet, The Samurai Maiden. Tickets are $12 and $7 for seniors 65+ and children under 12.

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simple affair. A boy and girl meet, they fall in love, they say 'I do.' I was wrong." Join us as the Banks oil and hilarity. Advance tickets are $9 and $7 for and younger are free. Add $1 per ticket at the door.

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Garland ArtFest

June 7 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Downtown Garland Square

The 2014 Garland ArtFest will have fine art, photography, craftsmen, painting, wood carving, jewelry, sculpture, artisans and more. Sure to be a fun time for all! Presented by the Garland Downtown Business Association and Eventive Marketing Solutions.

866-242-8078 | GDBAGarland@gmail.com

Recitals May 4

Abhinaya Kuchipudi Dance Academy 4 p.m., Plaza Theatre

Tish & Students Snow in May 2 p.m., Plaza Theatre

CK Studios 2 p.m., Brownlee Aud.

Edge Dance 7 p.m., Brownlee Aud.

Srutilaya School of Dance 2:30 p.m., Plaza Theatre

Melva Smith School of Dance 6 p.m., Brownlee Aud.

Dance and More A Brand New Day 3:30 p.m., Plaza Theatre

Garland Schools May 1

The Return of the Glass Slipper Vial Elementary 7 p.m., Plaza Theatre

Senior IB Showcase Garland High School 7 p.m., Plaza Theatre

Guys and Dolls Jr. Webb Middle School 7 p.m., Plaza Theatre

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Editor Kim Pajot, arts@garlandtx.gov