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Show runs: November 18-December 10, 2023 Opening Reception: Saturday, November 18, 3:00-5:00pm Our 8th annual Members’ Art Show features works made by more than 70 Academy members in all media. “This year's Members' Show is outstanding in so many ways. The artists present an amazing array of media that will keep the audience on their […]
Fran Snyder, New York School of Tai Chi Chuan October 19-January 11, twelve-week course: Thursdays, 12:30-1:30pm There will be class on December 28! Fee: General Admission $240. Academy Members: $220 To register, please contact Fran: uws.upstate.taichi@gmail.com Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art now recognized for its benefits to physical and mental health. With […]
Winterlude: Classical Sunday with Bob Logan and Julian Müller will feature works for piano and cello by Haydn, Bartok, Schumann, Beethoven, and Paradis. Pianist and composer Logan holds a master’s degree from the New England Conservatory, studying under Meng-Chieh Liu. In early 2020, he joined the Eurythmy Spring Valley Ensemble on their European tour with […]
There is no better way to shake off the chill of Winter than to join your neighbors at The Spencertown Revels. Support the Academy while enjoying a spirited evening of great food and friends at this annual moveable feast. Revels 2024 was held on Saturday, February 10th. Guests gathered at the Academy, festively decorated for […]
This acclaimed guitarist and Grammy-nominated songwriter will perform a tour de force program of original songs, blues, tributes to Lucas collaborators Captain Beefheart and Jeff Buckley, covers of 30’s Chinese pop, Wagner, Stones, electronic soundscapes, and more. “Gary Lucas’s influence transcends boundaries and cultures,” says Dusty Wright, member of the Academy Music Committee. “We’re in […]
This in-person workshop will be held on 8 consecutive Thursdays at the Spencertown Academy. Registration: Academy Members: $210, Non Members: $240 The personal memoir has become one of our most popular genres. Every life is a compelling and unique story. In this workshop, explore how to shape and explore your stories. Put pen to paper, […]
In our first collaboration with Millay Arts, we are excited to present The Ninth Hour, a rock-noir reimagining of the epic poem Beowulf that explores the intricacies of humankind's relationship with power and violence. This is a classic story of glory and ruin as told through triumphant pop anthems, heart-wrenching lullabies, heroes, and monsters. A […]
Saturday, March 23 at 7:30pm and Sunday, March 24 at 2:00pm SATURDAY PERFORMANCE CANCELLED. A 2nd PERFORMANCE WILL BE OFFERED ON SUNDAY AT 4:30PM In this fish-out-of-water story, a NYC woman loses her big corporate job and moves, reluctantly, to a tiny upstate town where her city skills are no match for rural reality. Struggling […]
Saturday, March 23 at 7:30pm and Sunday, March 24 at 2:00pm A 2nd Sunday performance has been added at 4:30- tickets will be available at the door In this fish-out-of-water […]
Roots & Shoots Concerts Series is pleased to present troubadour and folk-rocker Johnny Irion, an American original, putting his unique spin on old classics and originals. We’re looking forward to […]
Three day workshop: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, April 1-4 from 9:30am-2:30pm Registration $100 In this three-day workshop, participants will engage in art exercises, games and team building activities, while drawing, painting, making stamps, printing, and working with papier mâché and collage. This workshop is appropriate for ages 10-15. Maximum: 12 participants Minimum: 8 participants All […]
This event is sold out The concert will feature Antony Bracewell (violin and viola), Gili Melamed-Lev (piano), and Julian Müller (cello), playing music by Piazzolla, Saint Saëns, Bach, Arvo Pärt […]