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For nearly 50 years, the Wadsworth Atheneum’s MATRIX gallery has been a place where contemporary artists can go the extra distance to make sure their art has a special impact in an unusually supportive environment. At the gallery, which has been part of the Wadsworth for nearly 50 years, work that might be displayed in a traditional…
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A sense of literate liveliness pervades the arts scene this week with smart, savvy expressions contained in catchy songs and sharply spoken dialogues. The musical “Ain’t Too Proud” at The Bushnell May 30 through June 4 is written by acclaimed playwright Dominique Morisseau who wrote “Detroit ‘67” and “Sunset Baby,” and “Webster’s Bitch” is a…
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The city of Hartford and the Greater Hartford Arts Council have launched year two of “Hartford Creates.” The multi-year initiative leverages $3 million over three years from the American Rescue Plan to expand the creative economy of the Hartford region by providing more opportunities for artists. The money also supports more arts and culture events for audiences.…
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Among residents surveyed for a new Connecticut marketing campaign scheduled to roll out this summer, nearly 70% agreed the state has a high quality of life, and nearly 77.6% see it as a great place to raise a family. Those are solid scores, although state officials hope to raise them. The state’s perception fell sharply…
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Valeriano Ramos is a professional flamenco guitarist. He has been performing since 1985. Valeriano learned flamenco when he attended a music program at a Bronx school. Unlike most Puerto Ricans who perform salsa, bachata, bomba y plena, or boleros, he dedicates his time to the flamenco rhythm. Ramos said that inflation has taken a toll on…
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“The Fantasticks”, directed by CAA member Lois Fiftal, will feature the actual stage props from the New York revival of this show. To read the full press release about this exciting production, click below! Fantasticks Press Release Submitted by Community Theatre at Woodbury
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By Sen. Cathy Osten Posted in The Day April 7, 2023 On the first weekend of spring, when temperatures reached into the mid-50s at my home in Sprague, I spent the day working outside, filling a roll-off container with yard waste. I’m on a bit of a spring-cleaning streak, having also recently gone through my closet…
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The 2023 session of the Connecticut General Assembly entered a quiet and crucial phase this week. All but the tax and budget committees have reached their deadlines for reporting bills to the floors of the House and Senate. Complicated and contentious bills on wage and workplace standards, energy regulation, gun control, affordable housing, climate change…
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