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The Mahoosuc Arts Council brings programs in the arts to the schools and communities in the greater Bethel area of Western Maine. Founded in 1986, the Mahoosuc Arts Council is committed to booking quality, affordable performances that appeal to a wide range of ages and interests. The Council also sponsors the Mollyockett Day festivities and efforts by other groups to bring programming in the arts to the Bethel region.
Mahoosuc Arts Council
P.O. Box 534
Bethel, ME 04217
207.824.3575
Info@mahoosucarts.org
www.mahoosucarts.org
Mahoosuc Arts for students at Crescent Park, Woodstock and Andover
September 24th
Dr. Quinton Quark - The Notion of Motion
Why do objects move the way they do? Students will learn about Physics in a new way during this school program!
http://www.slapstickscience.com
November 17 - 22nd - Children's Stage Adventures
This is an opportunity for you to be the performer! Students at the Elementary Schools will participate in putting on the show Androcles and the Lion. This program is co-sponsored with the CPS PTA. Come see the show on the 22nd!
http://www.childrensstageadventures.org
December 11th
Akwaaba Drum and Dance Ensemble
This group brings West African drumming and dance to life in their energetic performance. Students will be offered the opportunity to experience the rich and subtle rhythmic patterns and styles of different tribal groups of West Africa. Students will also get the chance to ask questions after the performance.
http://www.akwaabaensemble.com
Upcoming events include:
Mad Science - http://www.madscience.org
The Yo-Yo People - http://www.yoyoshow.com
Airborne Comedians - http://www.arbornecomedians.com
The UMF Dancers - http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~umfdancers/about/about.html
The 3 Little Pigs - The Theater at Monmouth - http://www.theateratmonmouth.org
Mahoosuc Arts at Telstar
October 17th - MacTalla Mor
MacTalla Mor, Gaelic for Great Echo, is a national touring band featuring The Great Highland Bagpipes, Piano, Vocals and Bodhran in a dynamic mix of Traditional Celtic, Roots Rock, Calypso, Blues and Jazz. This will be a dynamic and energetic performance!
http://www.mactalla.com
December 12th - Akwaaba Ensemble
This group brings West African drumming and dance to life in their energetic performance. Students will experience the rich and subtle rhythmic patterns and styles of different tribal groups of West Africa through drumming and dance.
www.akwaabaensemble.com
January 9th - The Alloy Orchestra
The silent film The General, directed by Buster Keaton, is brought to life with a score written and performed by a three man orchestra using found instruments, percussion and state of the art electronics. A historic film seen in an entirely new way!
www.alloyorchestra.com
May 1st - Grand Derangement
They're back! French Canadian Rock that rocked Telstar last spring will be back for another day of music that is inspired by their French Canadian roots. Ask anyone who saw them last year - this is a show that you should not miss!
www.grandderangement.com
Gould Academy Performing Arts Series
October - Mactalla mor*
Thursday October 16th at 7:00pm in Bingham Auditorium
http://www.mactalla.com
December - akwaaba ensemble*
Thursday December 11th at 7:00pm in Bingham Auditorium
http://www.akwaabaensemble.com
January - alloy orchestra*
Thursday January 8th at 7:00pm in Bingham Auditorium
The General with buster keaton - live music and original score
http://www.alloyorchestra.com
Community Performances - Watch for updates
October 16th - MacTalla Mor 7:00pm
Bingham Auditorium on the Gould Academy Campus
MacTalla Mor, Gaelic for Great Echo, features the Great Highland Bagpipes, Piano, Vocals, and Bodhran in a dynamic mix of traditional celtic roots, rock, jazz, hip hop, calypso and fusion. This will be a magical performance that will bridge the gap between the past and present.
This performance is funded in part by the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies.
Admission to this program for the public is $10 for adults and $6 for students/seniors
October 26th - Cody Michaels - Autumn Suite 4pm
Trustee Auditorium on the Gould Academy Campus
For piano soloist and composer Cody Michaels, the piano is a "way to connect with the mystery of creation and every song is a prayer". Formerly a park ranger, Appalachian trail caretaker and farm hand, Cody's unique, passionate musical expressions will capture your imagination. Autumn Suite is a chance to contemplate the beauty of Autumn in New England. http://www.codymichaels.com
Admission to this program is free. Donations to support the Mahoosuc Arts Council are gratefully accepted.
December 11th - Akwaaba Drum and Dance Ensemble 7:00pm
Bingham Auditorium on the Gould Academy Campus
This group bring West African drumming and dance to life in their energetic performance, sharing the rich and subtle rhythmic patterns and styles of different tribal groups of West Africa through drumming and dance.
This performance is funded in part by the New England States Touring program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the six New England state arts agencies.
Admission to this program for the public is $10 for adults and $6 for students/seniors
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