The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens has
announced the launch of “Summer Fridays”, presented by PNC Bank. Every Friday from June 21 through September 6,
2019, the Museum will offer free admission to its permanent collection and
gardens during new extended hours, 4 to 9 p.m., providing a new way for the
community to kick off the weekend.
Each Friday, in the 12-week program, will feature free entertainment, such as
live music, art activities, lawn games, lounge areas and more. Additional programming will be available for
purchase, such as admission to featured exhibitions, arts and cultural
experiences, and food and beverages (including beer, wine and cocktails)
throughout the Museum campus.
Summer Fridays will debut on June 21 with Summer Solstice: Célébration
du Solstice, inspired by the exhibition French Moderns: Monet to Matisse,
1850-1950, which opens June 14. Themes will change weekly to highlight art and
entertainment from specific countries or regions.
“Ninah Cummer’s vision was to establish a museum for the benefit of all
people of Jacksonville. Extending our hours with free admission and offering
new, unique programming is one way we are fulfilling that vision,” said
Adam Levine, the Cummer Museum’s George W. and Kathleen I. Gibbs Director &
Chief Executive Officer. “With the generous support of PNC Bank, we look
forward to making Summer Fridays a fun, engaging and accessible experience for
the community.”
“Supporting the arts is a strong focus at PNC,” said PNC regional
president for the Southeast Port Cities market Brian Bucher. “The Cummer
Museum provides terrific programming for our community, making it a valuable
asset. We hope everyone comes out to enjoy Summer Fridays.”
About the Cummer
Museum of Art & Gardens: For almost 60 years, the Cummer Museum of
Art & Gardens has been committed to engaging and inspiring through the
arts, gardens, and education. A permanent collection of more than 5,000 objects
and historic gardens on a riverfront campus offers nearly 140,000 annual
visitors a truly unique experience on the First Coast. Nationally recognized
education programs serve adults and children of all abilities.
About
PNC Bank: National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial
Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified
financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its
customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail
and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized
services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking,
real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset
management.
Cummer Museum of Art &
Gardens
829 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32204
(904) 356-6857
Hours of Operation & Admission
FSCJ Artist Series, the official website for Broadway in Jacksonville, presents
the musical “Little Black Dress”. It’s the fearlessly funny ladies’ night out
musical that will make its Jacksonville premier at the Times-Union Center from June
25-27, 2019. Enjoy a wild and
unforgettable evening, filled with hilarious show-stopping musical numbers,
“Magic Mike” influenced dancing, and loads of improvised audience mayhem!
“Little Black Dress” follows the story of Dee and her best friend Mandy. The music is energetic and dynamic, running
the gamut from hilarious songs about childbirth to heartfelt songs about love
and friendship. This is the show that
every woman can relate to!
After being on tour for close to three years together with the wildly
successful Spank! The Fifty Shades of Grey Parody, writers Danielle Trzcinski
and Amanda Barker saw an audience they never knew existed. Thousands of women who wanted to go to the
theatre not just to see a show, but to have an experience where they could
laugh, party, and let loose... oh, and also see some stripping from a very sexy
man. So, they grabbed a couple of their
super talented friends, award winning director Christopher Bond and Broadway
vocal arranger and composer Natalie Tenenbaum, and together wrote the story of
Dee and her best friend Mandy. Together
we witness the girls’ major life events in their little black dresses - first
job interview, first date, first awkward sexual experience - which happens more
than once - first funeral, and more! Using hilarious improv, catchy songs, and a
heartfelt story, “Little Black Dress” has made audiences across the globe
laugh, cry, and party!
After readings at the Dramatists Guild and the highly prestigious BMI workshop
in New York City, they finally brought “Little Black Dress” to the Candy Box
Theatre at the Second City in Toronto and were blown away by the audience’s
overwhelming response. People LOVED IT! Danielle Trzcinski (SPANK! The Fifty Shades
Parody!), Amanda Barker (Sirius XM’s Canada Laughs), Natalie Tenenbaum (Tony
Nominated Mean Girls Broadway) and Christopher Bond (DISENCHANTED, Evil Dead
The Musical!) bring you the perfect show for every bachelorette party,
birthday, or date night. Even the fellas can’t help but enjoy “Little Black
Dress”!
Reviews: “Loved Every Minute!” - Siriusxm. “Little Black Dress" promises to be delightfully
hilarious!” - Broadway World. “Writing
is sharp and performance is brilliantly executed.” - The Torontoist. “I loved it and I wasn't even drunk!” -
Nicole.
Adult themes, strong language, and suggestive innuendos. Not recommended
for children.
‟Little Black Dress”
DATES: Tues., June
25, 2019 TIMES: 7:30 p.m.
Wed., June 25 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., June 26 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
Terry Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
TICKETS: are
$55 and are on sale now. They may be
purchased at the FSCJ Artist Series box office from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, by calling (904) 632-5000, or online 24/7. Discounts
for groups of 10+ may be available by calling (904) 632-5050. Performance schedule, prices and cast are
subject to change without notice.
