New partnership kicks off Thursday with performance by Donovan Frankenreiter
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut is partnering with The Ridgefield Playhouse in support of the Emerging Artist Series, a new series that is specifically designed to give up-and-coming musicians the opportunity to headline their own shows. "We're essentially offering musicians that significant transition from 'support act' for nationally known musicians to becoming headliners on their own," says Allison Stockel, Executive Director of the Ridgefield Playhouse. "The Ridgefield Playhouse is excited to partner with the Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut to introduce like-minded people to new musical acts that they may not have discovered on their own. It’s the arts community helping one another, while connecting with each other in a relaxed fun setting.”
Members of the Cultural Alliance will receive a discount on tickets and they are invited to meet the artist and network before each performance. “We are thrilled to partner with The Ridgefield Playhouse on the Emerging Artist Series," says Lisa Scails, Executive Director of the Cultural Alliance. “Our constant aim is to support artists of all disciplines. This partnership makes it possible to broaden our focus on the performing arts and its diversity of artists.”
This great after-work event is the perfect setting to meet-up with co-workers and friends, and to enjoy a night of music, nibbles, and drinks. The series kicks off next week with singer/songwriter Donavon Frankenreiter on Thursday, August 5 at 8:00pm, with a "Meet the Artist" gathering starting at 6:30pm. A former pro surfer from Kauai and protege of rock musician Jack Johnson, Frankenreiter’s freewheeling music gravitates toward instruments like slack key guitar, lap steel, and ukulele, whisking you away to the laid-back groove of the Hawaiian islands. He will be joined by special guest, Christopher Robin.
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut is supported by public and private funding, corporate sponsors, and by its 185 members including more than 55 arts, history, and cultural organizations. To join as a member of the Cultural Alliance phone: (203) 798 0760 or http://bit.ly/cawc_membership. If you would like to purchase tickets to any of the shows in this series and you are not a member of the Alliance, please go to www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org
The series continues with:
Sunday, August 23, 8:00pm, "Meet the Artist" at 6:30pm - Jamie Lynn Spears (New Country/Pop) with special guest, Carly & Eliza
Friday, September 11, 8:00pm, "Meet the Artist"at 6:30pm - Gedeon Luke & The People (Funk/Jazz/Soul)
Thursday, October 1, 7:30pm, "Meet the Artist" at 6:00pm - Girls Guns and Glory (Traditional Country in the spirit of Hank Williams)
The Ridgefield Playhouse, a 500-seat gem located at 80 East Ridge Road, is a not for profit 501 (c)(3) whose mission is to present a variety of performing arts to the community and the surrounding area, presenting lesser knowns to star talent that they can enjoy and experience at a varied price point.The Playhouse presents national and local acts and is the cultural hub for the town of Ridgefield and the neighboring environs.
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut, with offices at 287 Main Street, Danbury, CT, is a leader in supporting a vibrant arts and culture community in Northern Fairfield and Southern Litchfield Counties. The Cultural Alliance promotes and advocates for arts, history, and culture as a primary driver of the economy and as an enriching influence for communities and people. The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut, a 501c-3, is the largest and only regional service organization working to ensure better access to arts and culture for all residents and visitors in Greater Danbury.
