Puppet Show this weekend!

The Melchior Marionettes Bring Comedy Cabaret on Strings to Bloomington

Comedy Cabaret On Strings Puppet Show and Workshop
February 13, 2010 Shows at 2 pm & 4 pm with a puppet workshop at 3 pm
Bloomington Area Arts Council and the The Melchior Marionettes
John Waldron Arts Center, The Rose Firebay Theater and Pre-school Art Room

The Bloomington Area Arts Council is proud to present The Melchoir Marionettes as the first performance of what will be an ongoing puppet show series in conjunction with the new Pre-School Art Room and Puppet Theatre in the John Waldron Arts Center. Since 1952, the Melchior Marionettes have been performing throughout the US Midwest, Canada, Mexico and Europe. Most recently, they performed in Shangai, China, at Century Park for their National Day Celebration. They are now in their 2nd and 3rd generation specializing in festivals, corporate events, country clubs and school convocations. Beautiful hand crafted and costumed marionettes are performed in full view of the audience. Comedy Cabaret on Strings is a variety show of trick marionettes that will delight audiences of all ages. A wide variety of music and a hand painted street scene enhances this delightful cabaret. Watch how the puppeteer pulls the strings to make the dancers, jugglers, trapeze artists and others, come to life...a unique experience! Also, don't miss the free Puppet Workshop at 3 pm in the Pre-School Art Room at the John Waldron Arts Center. This interactive workshop is a one of a kind opportunity for kids to learn about the magic behind the marionettes. This fun and educational event is great for the whole family!
Seating is limited. $5 Adults, $2 Children. For advance tickets, please contact the Bloomington Area Arts Council today!

Become a Member!

Support the arts in Bloomington; become a member today!
For more information, click here.

Volunteer Opportunities

Do you want to volunteer at the Bloomington Area Arts Council?
Please email your contact information and areas of interest to info@artlives.org.
For more information, click here.

February in the Galleries

Elli Barnstone

The work of internationally recognized artist and original founder of the Bloomington Area Arts Council, Elli Barnstone, will be showcased at The Waldron starting Friday, February 5 and closing on Saturday, February 27. The opening reception will be held from 5-8 pm on February 5, which coincides with Downtown Bloomington's First Friday of the Month program and Gallery Walk. Barnstone will be showing in both the Rosemary P. Miller Gallery as well as the Flashlight Gallery at The Waldron. Regular exhibition hours are 9 am-5 pm Monday through Friday and Saturday from 11 am-8 pm.

Click here for more information.

Media

Does Art Live? Yes!
Submitted on January 27, 2010 as a Guest Editorial to The Herald-Times written by the Board of Trustees of the Bloomington Area Arts Council.
DOES ART LIVE ? YES! THOUGHTS FROM THE BAAC BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Know the facts about the Bloomington Area Arts Council.
Click here for press release.
Click here for additional downloads.

Winter Classes in Session

Find the artist in you!

Call NOW, register TODAY! Spaces still available for Winter classes; we pro-rate! Registrations accepted over the phone, email or in person.
Download the Winter and Spring 2010 Course Catalog here.
For more information about classes, registration information and policies, click here.
For more information or to register, please call us today at (812) 334-3100

Arts Fair on the Square

June 19, 2010 10am-6pm

The mission of Arts Fair on the Square is to showcase fine art and craft of the highest quality, connect artists with the art-buying community, and promote commitment to the arts through a variety of interactive arts experiences.

Click here for more information.

Art House

The Beaux Arts Auxiliary of the Bloomington Area Arts Council is proud to present the First Annual ART HOUSE coming fall 2010. Representing Brown, Green, Monroe, Morgan, Lawrence and Owen counties, Art House is a great way to showcase your work. This juried show will include an opening gala and two weekends of local art!

For more information about Art House, click here.

For more information about Beaux Arts Auxiliary, click here.

Arts Leadership Awards

To Be Announced

The Bloomington Area Arts Council annually recognizes individuals, business and organizations that directly influence and contribute to the cultural enrichment of life in Brown, Greene, Lawrence, Monroe, Morgan and Owen Counties through the visual, literary and performing arts.

Click HERE for more information!

NAP credits available!

The Bloomington Area Arts Council has $861.25 remaining in NAP tax credits. Click HERE for more information.