SEWIPA holds traditional powwow March 26 at LCCC

"Our House" at LCCC is a comedy about the USA's "media-obsessed culture"

Opening night is Friday, April 15, 7:30 p.m., for "Our House" at the Laramie County Community College Playhouse.

"Our House" is a deliciously scathing new comedy that takes on a media-obsessed culture intent on turning even the most sobering crisis into sexy entertainment. The show takes a darkly comic look at America’s obsession with "reality" television. When reality collides with reality TV, we find ourselves front and center in a drama that holds the nation riveted.

Mature audiences only.

Seats may be reserved by e-mailing boxoffice@lccc.wy.edu.

"Literary Connection" Oct. 8-9 at LCCC

The Laramie County Community College Foundation presents "Literary Connection" on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8-9, in the LCCC Health Science Building, Room 111/113, Cheyenne.

The Literary Connection each year features guest authors who talk about the skills of writing and the process of literary development, present guest lectures, answer questions and sign copies of their books. This year's presenters are Rick Bass, Robert Caisley and Sasha Pimentel-Chacón (shown above).

Schedule
Friday, Oct. 8
Free. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
Continental breakfast will be provided.
8:30 a.m. – Participant Check-in
9:00 a.m. - Welcome
9:15 - 10:15 a.m. – Author Presentation
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. – Author Presentation
11:45 - 12:45 p.m. – Author Presentation
1:00 p.m. - Conclusion

Saturday, Oct. 9
$40 per person before Sept. 1; $50 per person after. Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
9:30 a.m. – Participant Check-in
10:00 a.m. – Welcome
10:15 – 11:00 a.m. – Author Presentation
11:00 – 11:15 a.m. – Q/A
11:15 – 12:00 p.m. – Author Presentation
12:00 – 12:15 p.m. – Q/A
12:30 – 1:15 p.m. – Lunch
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. – Author Presentation
2:30 – 2:45 p.m. – Q/A
2:45 – 3:00 p.m. – Conclusion
3:00 – 3:45 p.m. – Book Signing

You may register online for this event. Go to http://www.lccc.cc.wy.us/newsEvents

LAGQ coming to Cheyenne

Recognized as one of America's premier instrumental ensembles, the GRAMMY-winning, Los Angeles Guitar Quartet is one of the most charismatic and versatile groups performing today. Popularly known as the LAGQ, these four dynamic virtuosi bring a new energy to the concert stage with their eclectic programs and dynamic musical interplay. Their inventive, critically acclaimed transcriptions of concert masterworks provide a fresh look at the music of the past, while their interpretations of works from the contemporary and world-music realms continually break new ground.  Go to http://www.lagq.com/ for more info about the group.

When: Thursday, November 18, 7 p.m.
Where: Cheyenne South High School Auditorium, 1213 W. Allison Road
Price: $10 students and seniors; $15 general public
Tickets can be purchased through the LCCC Foundation at 307-778-1285 or online at http://www.lcccfoundation.edu/.

Sponsored by the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle and partnered with the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra and the Cheyenne Guitar Society.

Another Kind of Magick cooked up some in Casper

This past Saturday, Another Kind of Magick rocked the Depot with blues and rock and roll for a fundraiser. I'd read about them in the Casper Star-Trib and so wanted to hear them for myself. The article said that they were possibly going to be sponsored by the Wyoming Blues and Jazz Society to represent Wyoming at the 2011 International Blues Challenge in Memphis.

A group of teens playing the blues? Yeah, right, I thought. Much to my delight, and everyone else's who were there both at the plaza and in Casper, the boys can play the Blues, and with a musical maturity that seems rare these days. But then that's what the blues have always been about, the heart and soul connection that has absolutely no timeline or age limit. I said a small thank you prayer to the blues Gods, "It's still here and in good hands."

Those hands belong to Taylor Scott, 16, lead guitarist and vocalist; the Uribe brothers -- bassist Louis, 16 and rhythm guitarist Mike, 13; Taylor's brother and keyboardist, Evan Scott, 14; and drummer Mason Carberry, 14.

I went up to Casper and caught their show. They were playing for the Society's monthly get together as an audition, and as a get-to-know. They were hot on Saturday night at the Plaza, but they were on fire and cookin' during their last set in Casper. Needless to say, these guys are going places.

Art, Design & Dine Art Walk on Aug. 12, 5-8 p.m.

Art, Design and Dine Art Walk takes place on Thursday, Aug. 12, 5-8 p.m., at 11 downtown Cheyenne businesses. They include the Link Gallery. Here's what's happening there:

This Thursday, the Link Gallery features Native American Tom Wadena, an Omaha Indian,who has executed not only a beautiful red and white beaded riding saddle, complete with halter cover and breastplate but also beautiful beaded vests. We also feature the works of the Native American artists represented by the Nightwalker Trading Post. These works include children's moccasins made of exquisitely executed pine cone needles painted in vivid reds and blues, including one pair that is for ceremonial use. We also have a pair of antique moccasins over 110 years old and moccasins recently executed in smoked, brain tanned skin.

In addition we will be featuring the limited edition Japanese block prints of R.C. Gorman, noted Native American Artist, as well as framed wood carved native images with arrow head collections by Vernon Nightwalker. We also will feature beautifully beaded chockers and berets of lovely red, white and blue, rawhide Eagle Shields and an authentic War Shirt consisting of brain tanned skin, colorful bead work and horse hair. Also we will have a brilliantly beaded rifle sheath with buckskin braiding, a perfect match to take along with the saddle.

Also we will have a silver with gold Concho belt, a silver and turquoise Concho belt and a set of silver bolo tie with silver and turquoise steer head belt buckle. We also have acquired for exhibit a beautiful bear rug and a full size authentic buffalo robe.

Other participating venues:

Ewe Count, 819 Randall Ave., 307-638-1148
Clay Paper Scissors, 1506 Thomes Ave., Suite B, 307-631-6039
The Quilted Corner, 309 West Lincolnway, 307-638-2002
Artful Hand Studio and Gallery, corner of East 1st Ave. and House, 229-546-5183
Glen Garrett Architect, 1623 Capitol Ave., 307-632-4077
Warren Nagle Mansion, 222 East 17th St., 307-637-3333
Prairie Wind Fiber Arts and Beads, 1916 House Ave., 307-632-3082
Unitarian Universalist Church of Cheyenne, 3005 Thomes Ave., 307-638-4554
The Link Gallery, 1609 Capitol Ave., 307- 778-0330
Deselms Fine Art, 124 W. Lincolnway and 303 East 17th St., 307-432-0606
Laramie County Public Library, 2200 Pioneer Ave., 307-634-3561

This month's featured restaurant is The Library Cafe.

Pick up a map at any participating businesses, get it stamped at five and bring it in to The Library Cafe for 15% off your order.

Daniel Pink to speak in Cheyenne in September

Daniel H. Pink is the author of four provocative books about the changing world of work — including the New York Times bestsellers, A Whole New Mind and Drive, which together have been translated into 28 languages. He lives in Washington, DC, with his wife and their three children.

His latest is Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, which uses 50 years of behavioral science to overturn the conventional wisdom about human motivation and offer a more effective path to high performance. Drive reached every national bestseller list in its first month of publication and is now in its sixth month on the New York Times list. Over the next year, it will appear in Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, and 19 other languages.

A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future charts the rise of right-brain thinking in modern economies and describes the six abilities individuals and organizations must master in an outsourced, automated age. A Whole New Mind is a long-running New York Times bestseller that has been translated into 23 languages.

Read more @ Dan's website: http://www.danpink.com/

Ozy's "Good Riddance Winter" show

From the Ozymandian Theater's Facebook page:

Are you ready for an evening of pure sophistication and deep meaningful culture while sipping on expensive wine that nobody can pronounce? Does a night of sharing your favorite poetry and discussing modern art give you a serious case of "The Giddies"?

If your answer to any of those questions was "yes" than we wish you the best of luck...

For everyone else we are excited to announce that Ozymandian Theater is back with a brand new and all original sketch and improv comedy show!

Our show, "Good Riddance Winter," will run on May 28th, 29th, and June 4th and 5th at The Mary Godfrey Playhouse (on the corner of Windmill and Pershing, next to East High School in Cheyenne). The show starts at 7:30 p.m. The cost of tickets are $12.00 for adults and $10.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased at the door at 7:00 P.M. or purchased on our website: http://www.ozytheater.com/

As always, our show is rated PG-13.

Proceeds from these shows will provide for two $500 college scholarships. We are proud to be offering this scholarship for a third year.

Every ticket holder may enter the name a Cheyenne High School graduating senior into a raffle. Winning tickets will be drawn at the end of our shows on May 29th and June 5th. The winner need not be present to win.

Both lucky seniors will receive a check for $500 upon proof of college enrollment for the 2010 fall semester.

As always we are thankful for the Cheyenne Little Theater Players for their support and help in putting on these shows that benefit Cheyenne! For more info on all the amazing things happening at the CLTP please visit http://www.cheyennelittletheatre.org/

Acting showcase at LCCC Feb. 12

Cheyenne actor and director Anna Katen sent this message:

This Friday, February 12, ADIOS will be presenting our Irene Ryan showcase at LCCC in Cheyenne.

The Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship is a part of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KC/ACTF) which members of ADIOS will be attending next week in Reno, Nevada.

Actors are nominated from college productions after an adjudicator from the region attends the show. These nominees then travel to the competition to compete against college and graduate students from all around the region. This year we have four Irene Ryan Nominees! Stephanie Haecker and Mark Schaad from Charlotte's Web the Musical and James Sweazea and Anna Katen from Coyote on a Fence.

Each Irene Ryan scholarship recipient prepares two scenes with a partner and one monologue to perform in rounds at the competition. This year, we're showing you what we're taking!! This Friday, February 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the LCCC Playhouse, all four Irene Ryans and their partners will perform their full audition for the public.

Admission is free, so why not attend!!?

KC/ACTF Irene Ryan Showcase

Friday, February 12, 7:30 p.m.
College Community Center, LCCC Playhouse
Join us for an evening of scenes and monologues from LCCC's Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival participants. Admission is free.

"When a Mathematician Weaves Beads"

Gwen L. Fisher, Ph.D., presents "When a Mathematician Weaves Beads" exhibit through Laramie County Community College Cultural Events.

Her work will be on display from Feb. 1-23, and the reception is Friday, Feb. 19, 3 p.m., at the Esther and John Clay Fine Arts Gallery. Admission is free.

"I create art to appeal to people's affinity for organization," says Dr. Fisher. "I use mathematics, including geometry, symmetry and topology, as an inspiration for the structure of my creations."

FMI: www.lccc.wy.edu