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This curated page features some of the submissions that really stood out to us. We’ll be updating this section regularly, so keep checking back!
“Drift” Exhibition Behind Closed Doors
West Vancouver, CANADA - This submission is truly inspiring. Listening to these artists talk about their art and how so quickly they adapted to the pandemic to share their work is just what we need now. From the submission: “Drift” showcases drawings and mixed-media by Bettina Harvey and photography by Judy E. Witheford. Thematically, the complimentary works of these two artists explore perceptions and impressions of the natural world and the visual imprints, fragments and remnants that embody the passage of time.
Adamczak/Cowcher Digital Folk/Rock Concert Series
Perth, AUSTRALIA - NINE MUSIC FESTIVALS IN ONE POST! Don’t skip this one. Spend some time with this post. This is a WEEKLY folk and rock concert that cuts through the throngs of live streams. Pre-recorded and edited, the festival brings us into the living rooms of several incredible musicians. It is SO good, and there’s a new one being uploaded to this page EVERY WEEK!
Murder Upon Murder
Farmington, Missouri, USA (and many other places across the USA) - This is a very cool piece of theatre that has been translated really well to a digital presentation.
Nathan Peterson
Peoria, Illinois, USA - Musicians around the world have felt the impact of the need for distancing. Lost gigs, uncertainty, and worrying times are tough, and it can be so hard to keep on creating. Nathan Peterson has experienced this a time before, and was able to persevere and create this gorgeous song.
Cavalcade of Dreams
Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA, USA - This virtual exhibit was sent us to by the sculptor, Debbie Korbel, and we are obsessed! Along with painter, Ellen Rose, these two artists have collaborated on an exhibit that is so unique and so fun! Please click the link at the bottom of the page to experience this magical exhibit!
DISCO RIOT’S “current”
San Diego, USA -This intimate and innovative dance piece from San Diego’s DISCO RIOT is in two parts that can be found HERE and HERE. . From the submission: “currentis an examination of global systems of oppression, the interconnected nature of environmental and social justice, freedom of movement, and the possibility of embodied expression as a tool for cultivating resilience.”
UNO Fest Online
Victoria, CANADA - In 1998, Intrepid Theatre launched Uno Fest – a curated festival of one-person theatre held annually in May. This year’s festival, which was to feature eight solo shows from across Canada, will no longer be in-person but online. UNO Fest has always pushed the boundaries of what solo performance can be, so they are embracing their festival tagline: Theatre outside the lines.
Duencia
Philadelphia, USA - This collection of images was submitted to us by the artist and creator, Scot J. Wittman. This beautiful mix of photography and dance is a larger part of the piece, Duencia, which has been created by Scot.
The Greater Whole
New York, USA - THIS IS SO GOOD! Dancers Kristin Draucker and Michael Trusnovec put this gorgeous piece together along with a hugely talented selection of dancers from professional dance companies in New York.
''We'' Inclusive Contemporary Dance Performance
Yerevan, ARMENIA - This contemporary dance performance, under the artistic directorship of Tsolak MLKE-Galstyan, was scheduled to be performed on April 29, 2020 in Yerevan, Armenia. Because of the COVID-19, the performance was cancelled. This dance performance is based on discussions about public unity and how people with disabilities should not be separated from society, but instead should be a full-fledged part of it. The performance is a dialogue on this topic.. ”WE” is not simply a word, but an ideology of a society where everyone is united.
‘Aqueous’, a Solo Exhibition by Kelly Corbett
Nanoose Bay, BC, CANADA - We know a lot of people are missing nature right now, so take a look at these beautiful creations by Canadian artist Kelly Corbett! Kelly’s stunning solo exhibition ‘Aqueous’ was supposed to be open from May 1 - June 15 at the Peachland Public Art Gallery in Peachland, BC but this gallery has closed it’s door’s due to social distancing.
Live Movie-Concert: “Right in the Eye”
Poitiers, FRANCE - This irresistible piece is pure magic! From the submission, which says it best: “Right in the Eye is a live concert designed as a soundtrack to a montage of silent films by George Méliès (1861 – 1938) considered the inventor of cinematography by the Lumière brothers. It is the musical brainchild of Jean-François Alcoléa who has created a magical show where a multi-layered, evocative and intricate score complements and interprets the otherwise silent films.
Maria and all the Grannies of the World
Hastings, UNITED KINGDOM - A story of kindness during the 2020 Coronavirus Crisis. Sent to us by Luca M Damiani, this piece is sure to bring a big smile to your face! Luca is a media artist as well as an associate lecturer in Graphic & Media Design at the University of the Arts in London. Although he is based in the UK, Luca is from Italy and his whole family has been in lockdown, so he decided to create and illustrate this beautiful audiobook to spread his message of love to family, friends, and those around the world!
Robert Bell Hot Swing Combo
Minneapolis, USA - These folks have lucky neighbours! Check out this stellar group of musicians who got together for a distanced concert; Songs For Socially Distant Happy Feet and Hearts - A Pandemic Recording.
The Jury, an Online Radio Play Musical
London, UK - You NEED to give this a listen. Sent to us by the composer/lyricist/producer Ashley M A Walsh, The Jury is a new and original musical that just finished an acclaimed Off-West End run Upstairs at the Gatehouse Theatre. Below you will find a radio play version of the piece that has been recorded and split up into five separate episodes for your listening pleasure, and these episodes will be available until the official UK lockdown is over. The Jury also features a book by Amy Fletcher, additional lyrics by T. Michael Vest, and direction by Joseph Meighan.
Vórtice Ensamble (desde la cuarentena)
Mexico City, MEXICO - This is as beautifully edited as it is played! From the submission by composer and artistic director, Felipe Pérez Santiago: We had a series of planned performances that were unfortunately cancelled, we were as well starting to plan a recording that also stayed in stand-by. With this video we want to show our followers, or people interested in our work, that we are still active and following our main premise of bringing chamber music to all kind of listeners.
In Real Life - A New Musical
Toronto, CANADA - Ok, this one is special to me. This is the project that led to this entire site being created. On March 13, I was at the end of the first week of rehearsals for In Real Life, a new musical - book and lyrics by me (Nick Green), music and lyrics by (the amazing) Kevin Wong. The show is a dystopian sci-fi musical in which youth live and learn technological cubes and little access to the outside world. Sound familiar? Given the times, we decided to continue working the show over Zoom. The cast was unbelievable, the creative team ASTOUNDING (all credited below), and the leadership of director Ann Hodges was deeply inspiring.
In the end, we created a music video of the opening number of the show, called A Million. I am SO proud to share it with you. Enjoy and please share!
Dutch National Ballet
Amsterdam, THE NETHERLANDS - So I’ve made this friend named Nitchka and she always sends me the BEST stuff. Take, for example, this video of the dancers in the Dutch National Ballet. Along with choreographer Milena Sidorova, they’ve created a new quarantine ballet to the song Hold On by Dutch band Di-Rect. It is SO BEAUTIFUL so watch it right now.
Myseum of Toronto presents: Art in the Time of COVID
Toronto, CANADA - Myseum of Toronto is an amazing organization that offers events, pop-ups, exhibits, and online content all year round. This year’s program (which looked freaking amazing and featured the wicked Fatuma Adar, just saying), sadly had to be cancelled. On April 22 and 29th, they will be offering two online panel discussions entitle Art in the TIme of COVID. Full disclosure… I am on the first panel. But that’s not why I’m posting about it. Okay… it’s not the only reason I’m posting about it. I think it’s going to be really rad.
Designs from the Segal Centre’s Production of “Oslo”
Montreal, CANADA - Called a “riveting political thriller” by the Associated Press, the Tony Award winning play “Oslo“ was slated to open at the Segal Centre in Montreal this spring. They’ve submitted some wonderful work by their designers, giving us a rare opportunity to look behind the scenes of play production.