Art Beat

Art Movie Night at Graphite: ‘Modigliani’ Friday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m. Gallery at Graphite 202a Main St., Edmonds The story of Amedeo Modigliani’s bitter rivalry with Pablo Picasso and his tragic romance with painter and art model Jeanne Hebuterne. Movies are free, but donations to the nonprofit Art Start Northwest are appreciated. Suggested donation: $5…

You may be entering the dreary season where you long for spring, but there are a lot of artistic opportunities going on to keep you engaged. Phoenix Theatre puts on Chemical Imbalance: A Jekyll and Hyde Play Feb. 3-26 Phoenix Theatre 9673 Firdale Ave., Edmonds Dr. Jekyll’s research finds him – as usual – investigating…

Though I shared more details in last week’s column, I want to give readers a reminder to head out Thursday evening for Art Walk Edmonds from 5-8 p.m. The weather keeps yo-yoing, but the forecast for the evening looks dry! NùD: Art of the Figure opens at Graphite Artists represented above include: Joseph Bellofatto, Adrienne…

If you made a New Year’s Resolution to experience more local art, you are in luck – this week’s options are plentiful. From school productions to improv and from paintings to books, there is something for everyone.  Meadowdale High School presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time  Jan. 12, 13, and 14,…

Gallery North hosts “In With the New, Out with the Old”  Saturday, Jan. 7, 1-4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, 5-8 p.m. (Edmonds Art Walk) Gallery North 401 Main St., Edmonds Gallery North’s show “In With the New, Out With the Old” will feature local artists Hannah Mason, Sam Spencer and Tatyana Brown. Hannah and Tatyana…

I’m waking from the post-Christmas, pre-New Year fog to share some art-related events to look forward to in 2023. Cole Gallery hosts Plein Air Washington Artists juried exhibit Opening Reception – Friday, Jan. 6, 4-7 p.m. Art Walk Celebrations – Thursday, Jan. 19 and Feb. 16 (The People’s Choice Award will be presented during the…

As we head into the last few weeks of 2022, here is some art-related news to put on your radar for the coming year. Cascade Symphony Orchestra Presents “Capriccio Espagnole” and their Children’s Concert: “Ferdinand, The Bull” Monday, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m. – Capriccio Espagnole Saturday, Feb. 4, 3 p.m. – Ferdinand, The Bull Edmonds…

Usually around the holidays, I feel a frenzied energy to accomplish everything and am overwhelmed by events and “to do” items. This year, emerging from COVID hibernation, I’ve felt a quietness and joy in the events that normally make me feel like the season is rushing by. I hope you readers feel the same. Rather…

The movie Elf was great but it was missing one thing: musical numbers! Edmonds’  Driftwood Players, led by director Craig Schieber, brought the show based on the beloved 2003 movie to charming life. From the moment Santa’s elves crawled onstage and sang Happy All the Time, the audience was full of smiles. The play centers around…

Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre Friday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m. Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 4th Ave. N., Edmonds If your kids are anything like mine, this is something they would love! Picture the cutest pet trick you can imagine. You’ll see it here! From dogs jumping rope to cats pushing strollers, this show is…

One thing I’m thankful for this Thanksgiving is that there is always so much to celebrate in our arts community. From exhibits to performances, I hope this issue gives you plenty of options to enjoy this amazing town we call home! Cascadia Art Museum presents George Tsutakawa: Early Works on Paper Thursday, Dec. 1 through…

I would love some reader feedback on this issue. Thus far, I’ve been including opportunities for the upcoming week and any future events that are selling quickly. Would you prefer further notice for scheduling? The Art Beat is here to help readers make plans, so please let me know what works best! Lessons in Chemistry:…

The fall weather has officially arrived (finally)! Fellow introverts, get excited as you bundle up and hygge; this week’s Art Beat features some virtual events just for you. Mural unveiling and reception  Tuesday, Nov. 1, 5-7 p.m. Join Art Walk Edmonds at Crow (114 4th Ave. N.) on Nov. 1st from 5-7 p.m. to meet…

Shakespeare in the Park at Lynndale Park  After a two-year hiatus, Shakespeare in the Park has returned. Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family at Lynnwood’s Lynndale Park. The dates are: Wooden O Productions: 7/13 – A Midsummer Night’s Dream 7/14 – Cymbelina Greenstage Productions: 7/28 – Pericles 8/4 – Henry V More…

An insider’s look at the upcoming Edmonds Arts Festival Back in February, I joined the group of volunteers that puts on the annual Edmonds Arts Festival. The festival — this year June 17-19 — is something I look forward to every year, and I wanted to find a way to get more involved. The Edmonds…

Edmonds Center for Arts presents Summer Series and the lineup for 2022-23 Announcing the new Summer Series outdoors and on the Edmonds Center for the Arts stage! Starting in July and going through August, there will be an incredible lineup of local and international musical artists including The True Loves, La Dame Blanche, The Black…

Jeannemisha Martinez Carter is not only an artist, karate practitioner, writer and photographer, she is also a reporter for My Edmonds News, Lynnwood Today and MLTnews. You might have seen her name over the last few years on articles or images, but there is so much more to this inspiring Edmonds individual. I had the…

There’s a full day and night of jazz happening — much of it featuring Edmonds School District musicians — in Edmonds on Saturday, May 21. The Edmonds Jazz Connection is an annual even, returning after a two-year hiatus due to COVID. Edmonds Jazz Connection is sponsored by the Edmonds Daybreakers Rotary Club and the event raises…

Ukuleles for Ukraine with STRUM STRUM (Seattle Totally Relaxed Ukulele Musicians) is joining some Bellingham ukulele players to do a fundraising event called Ukuleles for Ukraine on Sunday, May 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. This event is free but space is limited and you must contact Chontel Klobas to…

Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation extends art student scholarship application deadline to March 28 The Edmonds Arts Festival Foundation offers scholarships to students who will be pursuing college work in the visual arts. Students must live within the boundaries of the Edmonds School District and graduate from High school in 2022, or be Edmonds Community College…

When asked if I would be interested in interviewing Colin Mochrie and Asad Mecci before their upcoming Edmonds Hyprov show, I found myself giddy at the prospect, a sensation that I hadn’t felt in a long time. I quickly jumped at the chance and made sure to purchase my tickets to this much-anticipated comedic delight….

EMN’s Hip-Hop Orchestra Experience The first question you might ask is, what is Hip-Hop Orchestra? Do those two things go together? The answer is yes, they go together in a unique and inspiring way that is enticing for musical enjoyers of all genres. I had the opportunity to talk with JooWan Kim, artistic director and…

Edmonds Lunar New Year celebration Here’s a wonderful community opportunity to celebrate the Lunar New Year on Saturday, Jan. 29, with both entertainment and family options. The day will start with a Lunar New Year Story Time at the Edmonds Library at 10 a.m. That will be followed by two performances of a Lion Dance and…

“If I Can Help Somebody” — 4th Annual Tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The fourth annual tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is set for Monday, Jan. 17, produced by Lift Every Voice Legacy. Taking place at the Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA), the event includes song, dance and spoken…