ARTS AND CULTURAL Events ~ CCIRC Performances & Events
Writers Window Pane on November 17, 10am. Vero Beach Main Library, 1600 21st Street
3rd Friday Art Walk Featuring Local Artist Peter Coe on November 17, 5 – 8pm
6 Galleries – 10 Artists – One Location
LoPresti Art Gallery, Jemal Hays, Glen Bottalico, Fathom 2020 Studio, Rowe Gallery and VS.Studio.
Peter Coe was born on the south shore of Long Island in 1936. He has spent most of his life living near the ocean on the east and west coast and is now a resident of Vero Beach Florida. The coastal regions have been a major influence on his art.
His paintings are done in an impressionistic style, and have been described as happy and peaceful. He is currently painting with acrylics, and his main interest at this time are marine themes. With a focus on coastal Maine and Florida.
Location: 900 7th Ave, Vero Beach, FL, 32960 (behind Chili’s restaurant)
Sebastian River Art Club offers Art and Crafts by the River on November 18, 10am – 3pm at Riverview Park
Downtown Vero Beach Tree Lighting Festival on November 18, 3pm. Games, crafts, Santa and more to celebrate the downtown lighting of the tree! Pocahontas Park, 2140 14th Ave in Vero Beach.
A Musical Evening of Escher with Atlantic Classical Orchestra
November 18, 5:30pm, Leonhardt Auditorium
Live classical music and incredible artwork! During this intimate gathering, registrants will be able to view the exhibition M.C. Escher: Infinite Variations, then enjoy specially paired live music. Escher was deeply inspired and moved by Bach’s compositions, saying to friends that “… many a print was conceived in my mind whilst listening to the lucid, logical language he speaks.” Musicians from the Atlantic Classical Orchestra will delight with Bach’s The Musical Offering, a piece that, like Escher’s artwork, plays with our perceptions and leaves us feeling awed.
Vero Beach Art Club offers Art in the Park on November 19, 10am – 4pm
Art in the Park is a juried Fine Arts and Crafts Exhibition and Sale by Vero Beach Art Club Member Artists. Humiston Park, 3000 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach
Majestic Grand Piano Concert on November 19, 3pm
Pianist Marcos Flores will once again perform a brilliant solo piano program including works by Bach, Beethoven, Albéniz, and Chopin. Don’t miss the unique experience of an intimate solo Grand Piano on stage producing from the most introspective sounds to the most exhilarating sounds full of emotions and virtuosity.
Tickets available at cbtsumc.org, church office, and at the door.
Space Coast Symphony Orchestra offers Great Gatsby Party: The Roaring Twenties A celebration of the music from the roaring 20’s!
The Emerson Center on November 19. A celebration of the music that enthralled the gangsters, flappers and Bright Young Things a hundred years ago – a cocktail of hot syncopation and crazy rhythm to chase the blues away. The 1920s was the Jazz Age and it began with a pandemic. Once the Spanish Flu died down, the decade began to roar with a vengeance. The world had just emerged from the war to end all wars and America was now determined to dampen the spirits even further with Prohibition. However, jazz came to the rescue. Your Space Coast Symphony Jazz Orchestra under Frank Wosar recreate the exciting sounds of a period of wild and carefree exhilaration sandwiched between a ghastly bug and the Great Depression. The high-energy program will showcase the music of Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith, Jelly Roll Morton and Bix Beiderbecke, with great hits like “Minnie the Moocher,” “Crazy Rhythm,” “The Charleston” and many more. The concert spans the era of the Big Bands, with some great American bandstand music up through the 1940s. Guest vocalist, Hannah Stokes, will sing favorites from several decades, while dancer/choreographer Joanne Collins will entertain with some iconic 20s and Lindy Hop/swing dancing.
The Ultimate Christmas Variety Show, November 17, 7pm at The Emerson Center. Do you recall the sensational variety performances of the ’70s and ’80s? Your opportunity to relive the magic of legendary superstars like Sonny & Cher, Billy Joel, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Barbra Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, Frankie Valli, Tom Jones, and many more, is here! These electrifying acts come to life through the talents of Las Vegas master impersonators, the Edwards Twins!
Stouthouse offers A Tribute to Walden J Stout on November 18, 2-4pm. An exhibition and sale of original oil paintings, stained glass work and smaller giclees. 13700 Ruffner Lane in Sebastian.
Raw Space presents Ink, Wood, Fiber exhibit featuring works by Todd McVey, Michele Nevaeh & Leigh Bennett. On view through November 21. Gallery 1795 Old Dixie Hyway, Downtown Vero Beach
VBMA Museum Stories: 0-23 Month Olds November 22, 9:30 – 10:30am
VBMA Museum Stories for 2-4 Year Olds November 22, 10:30 – 11:30am
Sunrise Theatre presents Tom Segura LIVE on November 24 & 25, 7pm. Comedy Corner with RC Smith on November 25, 8pm
http://www.sunrisetheatre.com/events
Gallery 14 Presents Nuts to Garden Vases: Clay Creations by Jim Cohoe Nature & Conscience: An Artistic Journey – Paintings by Joshua McMiller
This colorful and diverse dual exhibit will run through November 24
Jim Cohoe currently lives and works in Vero Beach, FL. Originally a fine art photographer, his photographs gained national recognition. He then spent years studying ceramics and found clay to be his medium of choice. Jim is a founding member of Indian River Clay, has won numerous awards.”
Joshua McMiller, grew up in Birmingham, and began creating art at a very young age. A Studio Art major at the University of Alabama, he then became Brooklyn based before moving to Vero Beach. In describing his eclectic and colorful work, Joshua states: “I focus my pieces on a connection to our spiritual world and the beauty of nature.”
Also featured will be Gallery 14 artist-owners: Lila Blakeslee, Barbara du Pont, Barbara Landry, Mary Ann Hall, Jessica Leto, Deborah Polackwich, Dorothy Napp Schindel, and Evan Schwarze. Also shown are represented artists Walford Campbell, Joan Earnhart, Terry Green, Viola Pace Knudsen, Mia Lindberg, Francis Mesaros, Michael Robinson, and Carol Staub, and artist-sales associate Jo Zaza.
Viner Series for the Visual Arts at CCOVB George Pillorgé Through November 30
Sanctuary Narthex Gallery, Community Church of Vero Beach To attend call the Church Office 772-562-3633 Hours: Sunday, 8 – 11:30am & Monday to Friday, 8 am – 5pm
Award winning Artist George Pillorgé is a retired architect who uses his keen eye for design and detail to bring images and scenes to life. Seemingly “everyday” occurrences are given a new perspective through his use of colorful pastels. The artist has said, “Pastel painting is a perfect extension of my past architectural drawing into a new expressive and colorful realm.”
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County Intergenerational Recreation Center Exhibit Feathers, Fins And Furs. On view through December 13. Featured artists; Merana Cadorette, Mary Carter, Ella Chabot, Donna Franklin, Debby Hall, Evelyn Haught, John McAleer, Lauri Tagliaferro and Mariya Yankovich.
The Galleries at First Pres offers Fall Art Show
On view through December 29. The work of three standout artists will be displayed in galleries throughout the church campus for the duration of the show. Visitors can enjoy the work of Tony Caruso, Karin Delagi and Joseph Wade.
ELC 2023-2024 Nature Inspired Art Series presents The Magic of Trees
The Magic of Trees is a group show with five artists; Judy Burgarella, Ella Chabot, Cynthia Colella, Scott Kelly, and Camy de Mario will be exhibiting tree-themed artwork. On view through December 29. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Dr., Vero Beach
Deborah Gooch Memorial Retrospective
Center for Spiritual Care, On view through December 29.
1550 24th St, at the northeast corner of 16th Avenue and 24th St., in Vero Beach.
A memorial retrospective of forty paintings by Deborah Gooch, an influential artist and teacher who worked in Vero Beach for more than 30 years. Proceeds from sales of the paintings will go to fund a scholarship in her name granted by the Vero Beach Art Club.
VBMA presents The Infinite Variations: The Imaginative Worlds of M.C. Escher
On view through December 30. A consummate boundary-pusher and arguably the most famous printmaker of the modern era, Escher used his work to challenge perspectives, deftly exploring the relationships between art and science, reality and illusion, chaos and order, and logic and absurdity. Escher’s images pervade popular culture and fascinate audiences with their imaginative design, consummate draftsmanship, and dreamy visions.
Art at The Emerson presents All Around the Town Exhibition on through January 3. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. For more information, please visit artattheemersoncenter.com
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Administrative Complex, Bldg A & B, First & Second Floors. On view through January 10, 2024. Portraits/ The Artist’s Studio. Featured artist: Judy Burgarella, Julie Burns, Mary Carter, Evelyn Haugh, Pearl Lau, Eileen Lovre, John McAleer and Michelle Nevaeh.
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County in conjunction with Mandy and Ray Hooker invite you to viewing at Indian River Distillery, 3308 Aviation Blvd. in Vero Beach. Exhibit Theme: “Old Florida”. Featured Artists: Judy Burgarella, Mary Carter, John McAleer, Gwen McNenney, Ena Raquer , Tara Rovani, Mark San Souci & Lauri Tagliaferro. On view through January 27.
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County New Venue Vero Beach Outlets Mall Guest Services on exhibit All Things Vero! Featured Artists: Judy Burgarella, Julie Burns, Mary Carter, Evelyn Haugh, Pearl Lau, Eileen Lovre, John McAleer & Michelle Nevaeh. On view through Jan 27. 1824 94th Drive, Vero Beach (located beside Michael Kohrs).
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Courthouse Solo Exhibit- Judy Burgarella Life and Still Life. On view through February 7.
Cultural Council of Indian River County is pleased to announce a new venue for Art in Public Places Program – Vero Beach City Hall, 1053 20th Place, Gallery Exhibits in Hallway & Council Chambers. “All Around The Town” on view through April 24 with works by Gwen McNenney on exhibit in the Hallway. Works by Barbara Krupp on view in the Council Chamber.
McKee Botanical Garden newest exhibition: A Tropical Flock of Avian Avatars by The Myth Makers Donna Dodson & Andy Moerlein On view through April 28
Featuring ten monumental and environmentally friendly bird sculptures created from bamboo and other mixed media. Each unique Avian Avatar in the Tropical Flock is made specifically for McKee. These majestic birds will grace McKee’s tropical landscape though April 28. The sculptures are designed to attract, captivate, and inspire the imaginations of all who encounter them.
Artists Guild Gallery is a fine-art gallery featuring original art by local artist-owners. Diverse styles and mediums are represented, and the art is changed, and rotated on a monthly basis. Classes are offered in oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastels, and drawing. Located: 1974 14th Avenue, Vero Beach
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 11am – 3pm, Saturdays 11 – 3
A Look Ahead:
Riverside Theatre offers Winterfest on December 1–3
Winterfest is the rebranded, signature fundraising event for Riverside Theatre’s educational programs, formally known as Festival of Trees. Considered Vero Beach’s premier holiday event, this festival transforms Riverside’s campus into a holiday wonderland filled with beautifully decorated trees, centerpieces, wreaths, vendor booths, arts and crafts, live performances, Santa’s Village, and even an “ice” skating rink!
Riverside Theatre offers Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.
December 1-3 ON THE STARK STAGE 60-Minute Version
Fully staged production performed by Riverside’s theatre education students. Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.
Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.
Vero Beach Rotary Club presents Christmas Parade on December 2, 6 -7pm.
Location Details: Beachside Ocean Dr., Vero Beach
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