Since report cards have been available for your
viewing pleasure, it’s time to reward your little scholars with dinner and a
terrific musical presentation (“Disney’s The Little Mermaid”, presented by Snyder Heating
& Airconditioning), at the historic Alhambra Theatre & Dining. The singing is outstanding, the dancing is
right on time, the costumes are soooooo colorful, and the spoken lines are
wonderful!
The entire cast, chosen by Director/Producer Tod Booth*, is magnificent in
their glowing, glamorous, colorful costumes.
As said earlier, the vocals stand out especially ‘Ariel’ portrayed by Grace
Gibbons* actual performer at Walt Disney World.
Her voice and underwater mannerisms are very close to the Disney Movies’
character that we know and love.
Some other performers who have stood out to this reviewer are: Grimsby - Timothy
Ellis*, Flounder - Evan Gray*, the incomparable Sebastian - Rendell Anthony
DeBose, and the entire Ensemble (some of whom play multiple roles).
Ever since this writer started covering entertainment at this venue, back in
2010, there have been many memorable shows that the Alhambra Theatre & Dining’s set designer, Ivan
Black, has excelled in creating. Besides “Disney’s
the Little Mermaid” being among some of the classic Set Creations that have graced
the Alhambra stage others have been: “Phantom,” Little Shop of Horrors,” “BIG” “Shrek
the Musical,” “Seussical the Musical,” The Wiz,” Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”
& “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.” These
are just a few of the many other (try to name a few others that you feel have exceeded
your expectations). Most of these
productions can be found in the “50 Years of Memories” sold in the Alhambra
foyer. Many accolades go out to the
entire Production Staff for a job “well-done”.
The Watermelon & Tomato Salad, Shrimp and Leek Gratin & Ariel’s
Strawberry Cupcake are my top winners.
(If you purchase a “Strobe-light Ring” for your little one, please make
sure that they keep them from flashing during the Show.) * denotes Actors Equity Association members *.
Tickets are going quickly, so if you desire to have a good time with friends
and family, order your tickets TODAY!
This show is NOT just for children.
Adults have a ball too.
“Disney’s
The Little Mermaid”
DATES: June 12, 2019 through July 28, 2019
SHOW TIMES: Evening shows Tuesday
through Sunday start at 7:30 p.m. Doors
open at 5:30 p.m., and dinner is served until 7:30 p.m. Saturday Matinees
begin at 1:15 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.
and the brunch served until 12:50 p.m.
Sunday Matinees are at 2 p.m.
Doors open at 12 p.m. and the meal is server until 1:30 p.m. NB: The curtain will rise at 7:30 PM
for evenings shows, rather than the traditional 8:00 PM start. (If you purchase a
“Strobe-light Ring” for your little one, please make sure that they keep them
from flashing during the Show.)
DRESS: “Business Casual”, “Sunday
Best”, or Little Mermaid character attire.
TICKETS: Prices range from $40 – $66. The Alhambra calls this summer’s show as its
“Family Show,” offering an earlier starting time and lower pricing to attract
more families to come to the historic theater.
A Family Four Pack is available for $159. Ticket prices include: a plated three-course
meal that changes for each show, and is served directly to your table; a
Broadway-style performance and complimentary parking. Tickets may be purchases on line, or by calling (904) 641-1212.
**Prices do NOT include gratuity,
professional photos, or orders from the bar**
LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
12000 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32246
(904) 641-1212
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.
Receiving the most awards of all time, the 29th CMA Music award winner is now
officially on tour. Seven-time Grammy
winner and Pollstar’s three-time top female country touring artist, Carrie
Underwood, has launched a new arena tour, The Cry Pretty Tour 360. Sponsored by CALIA, the new tour will kick off
on May 1 in Greensboro, NC, and will play 55 arenas across the U.S. and Canada,
including the only Florida stop in Jacksonville on October 20, 2019. The tour is promoted by AEG Presents. Her new show will be performed in the round
featuring an all-female bill. She will
be joined on tour by special guests Maddie & Tae and Runaway June.
Tickets for the JAX concert are available at the Tom Bush Family of
Dealerships Box Office at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena and through
Ticketmaster. For more information about
a location
near you, info about the Cry Pretty album/ticket bundle, go to her official website.
Underwood released her eagerly-anticipated new album, Cry Pretty, on
September 14, 2018. Cry Pretty is
her first studio album on Capitol Records Nashville and marks the first time
she has co-produced her own album. The
lead single and title track, “Cry Pretty” debuted as the #1 song in the U.S.
all-genres. The song also topped
download charts in 38 countries around the world and amassed over 3.5 billion
social impressions across 66 countries during its week of launch in April,
which was culminated with a show-stopping performance on the “2018 ACM Awards”
telecast. Carrie co-wrote the powerful
single with Hillary Lindsey, Lori McKenna, and Liz Rose (aka The Love Junkies)
and co-produced Cry Pretty with fellow writer/producer David Garcia.
Following her successful “The Storyteller Tour – Stories in the Round,” the new
production will feature a brand-new stage in the middle of the arena floor,
creating a unique 360-degree setting to allow fans on all sides of the arena an
intimate view of the concert. Barry
Lather (Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson) is the tour’s Creative
Director, and Nick Whitehouse/Fireplay (Justin Timberlake, Beyonce) is
Production Designer.
“I love performing in the round,” says Underwood. “It’s so much fun for me and the band to
play in every direction and creates a much more intimate and immersive
experience for the audience, even in a larger arena setting. It’s been exciting to introduce audiences to Cry
Pretty and I can’t wait to bring the new album to life on this tour, along with
all of the songs we love to play live. I’m thrilled to be going out with an amazing
line-up – Maddie & Tae and Runaway June are incredible artists that are
going to bring even more electricity to our shows.”
LOCATION: Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena
300 A Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904) 630-3900
If you like the theatre and desire to share your love with family and friends
then you’ll want to plan with your calendar and get tickets NOW for the Artist
Series Broadway shows coming to Jacksonville, Florida. The Times Union Center for the Arts is
waiting to greet you and show you all available seats for every show that they have. Think about graduations, birthdays, vacations
and don’t forget those Christmas Stocking Stuffers.
Wicked is the surprising tale of an unlikely friendship between two
women in the Land of Oz, WICKED tells the untold story of the Wicked
Witch of the West and Glinda the Good, long before Dorothy drops in. Elphaba,
born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. Glinda is beautiful, ambitious and very
popular. The remarkable odyssey of how these unexpected friends changed each
other’s lives for good has made WICKED one of the world’s most popular
musicals — November
20 - December 1, 2019.
Rent - In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known
composer opened on Broadway, and forever changed the landscape of American
theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan
Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences
across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony
Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th anniversary
touring production. A re-imagining of
Puccini's La Bohème, RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of
seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in
the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity
reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love. — January 14-19, 2020.
Bandstand - From three-time Tony® winner and Hamilton
choreographer, Andy Blankenbuehler, comes an inspiring new American musical
that explodes with infectious music and high-octane, heart-stopping dancing. It’s 1945, and six soldiers return from war
to a changed nation. When NBC announces
a national competition to find the nation’s next great musical superstars, they
form a band unlike any the nation has ever seen. Along the way, they discover the power of
music to face the impossible, find their voice, and finally feel like they have
a place to call home. “The show defies you not to be moved” (Time Out
New York). — February
18-23, 2020.
Hamilton is the story of America's Founding Father
Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George
Washington's right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new
nation’s first Treasury Secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz,
blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON is the story of America
then, as told by America now. —
March 17-29, 2020.
Anastasia transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to
the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover
the mystery of her past. Pursued by a
ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a
dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to
help her find home, love, and family. April 21-26, 2020.
TICKETS: Season tickets to the FSCJ Artist Series’ 19/20
Broadway in Jacksonville Season, sponsored by Vystar Credit Union, are on sale
now, with five-show subscription package prices starting at just $250. Season ticket prices vary depending on the
show time, day of the week and seating location. A renewal brochure and invoice has been mailed
to current FSCJ Artist Series subscribers and should arrive within the week
Current subscribers can renew online with no seat changes at fscjartistseries.org,
or by calling (904) 632-5000 or (888) 860-BWAY, Monday through Friday, 10
a.m.-5 p.m. Current subscribers may also
mail their invoices to the FSCJ Artist Series Box Office, 501 W. State Street,
#109, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Upon
renewing, current subscribers have the opportunity to request changes to their
seating location
New subscribers can order their season tickets to reserve their seats
for all five shows long before single tickets are available to the public. New
subscriptions may be ordered online at fscjartistseries.org,
or over the phone by calling (904) 632-5000 or (888) 860-BWAY, Monday through
Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Subscriber benefits include: guaranteed package pricing, access to the
best seats in the house, priority access to purchase additional tickets for
friends and family, seat locations, exchange privileges, free lost ticket
replacement, and access to other FSCJ Artist Series events, many at a discount.
Information regarding additional tickets
for HAMILTON (if available) will be provided at a later date. Subscriber ticket exchanges and ticket
replacement may be restricted. Subscribers are limited to purchasing four
additional subscription seats, subject to availability.
VIP Seating is available to contributors to the FSCJ Artist Series at
seven levels: Advocate, Champion, Angel,
Producer, Benefactor, Patron and Donor. Donor contributions start for as little as
$200. Call (904) 632-5000 or visit fscjartistseries.org to learn more about the additional
benefits available through the VIP Theater Club.
Groups of 10 or more are eligible to a discount on tickets to most shows.
To receive the best pricing, reserve your group tickets before September 6,
2019. Groups may begin placing reservation requests at this time by calling
(904) 632-5050 or emailing groupsales@fscjartistseries.org.
DATES & TIMES: Performances for the FSCJ Artist Series’
19/20 Broadway in Jacksonville Season are Tuesdays through Thursdays at
7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m., Saturday afternoons at 2
p.m. and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. There will be no performances of WICKED
on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2019.
LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300
West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
When the Alhambra Theatre & Dining opens its
production of “Disney’s Little Mermaid,” there will be a real live “mermaid” in
the house. Grace Gibbons has been
one of the most recent actors to play as Aerial at Orlando’s Walt Disney World,
and she will be taking center stage as Aerial.
The Alhambra stage will be turned into an undersea wonderland thanks to set
designer Dave Dionne. The Alhambra has
invested in new lighting for the show, giving the room the feel of water rising
and falling to delineate between the “merworld” and the human world. “Our goal is always to provide a great
theatrical experience, and some challenge more than others. This has been a really fun set to build and
think through,” said Dionne.
Executive Chef DeJuan Roy has created a menu based on this Under The Sea theme.
First Course (choice of one): Watermelon & Tomato Salad with
arugula, feta cheese, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette (GF), or Manhattan
Clam Chowder.
Second Course (choice of one): Shrimp & Leek Gratin rice pilaf,
roasted asparagus *GF*, OR House-Made Giant Meatballs & Spaghetti served
with garlic bread, or BBQ Beef Brisket with baked beans, potato salad *GF*, or
David’s Taco Salad, a tortilla bowl filled with Spanish rice, roasted
vegetables, black beans, roasted corn, cheese, salsa & sour cream.
Third Course (choice of one): Fruit Loops™ Strawberry Cupcake with berry
compote, fresh crème, or Mango Rice Pudding.
In addition to a three-course dinner, the Alhambra also presents a Kid-friendly
Buffet consisting of: Corn Dog, Pepperoni Pizza, Tater Tots and Green Beans.
Adapted from the 1989 Disney animated film, The Little Mermaid is actually
based on the story by Hans Christian Anderson.
Set deep on the ocean floor in the merfolk kingdom, a concert in honor
of a thwarted coup d'état by Ursula is underway, being performed by the
daughters of Triton the sea king. King Triton's court composer, Sebastian the
crab, has composed a song for girls to perform ("Daughters of
Triton"). However, the youngest
daughter, Ariel, is not there for her solo, bringing the concert to a halt. Ariel has forgotten about the concert and is
swimming around the surface, admiring a new item for her collection — a fork. She reveals that she is fascinated with the
human world ("The World Above"). Together with her best friend Flounder, Ariel
visits Scuttle and his fellow seagulls to ask about the human things she's
collected, and he explains them somewhat erroneously as "Human Stuff".
It is in the human world that she meets
Prince Eric, and romance – and some mayhem – ensue.
Disney’s Little Mermaid musical was nominated for multiple awards in 2008,
including a Tony® Award for Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award for
Outstanding Actress in a Musical and a Grammy® for Best Musical Show
Album. It ran on Broadway for nearly 700
shows and 50 previews. It also ran
during numerous US tours and in 10 countries.
“Disney’s
The Little Mermaid”
DATES: June 12, 2019 through July 28, 2019
SHOW TIMES: Evening shows Tuesday
through Sunday start at 7:30 p.m. Doors
open at 5:30 p.m., and dinner is served until 7:30 p.m. Saturday Matinees
begin at 1:15 p.m. Doors open at 11 a.m.
and the brunch served until 12:50 p.m.
Sunday Matinees are at 2 p.m.
Doors open at 12 p.m. and the meal is server until 1:30 p.m. NB: The curtain will rise at 7:30 PM for
evenings shows, rather than the traditional 8:00 PM start.
DRESS: “Gala Night” (Friday June 14,
2019) attire is “Dressy/Formal/Black Tie”, or Under the Sea. All other shows could be “Business Casual”,
“Sunday Best”, or Little Mermaid.
TICKETS: Prices range from $40 – $66. The Alhambra bills its summer show as its
“Family Show,” offering an earlier starting time and lower pricing to attract
more families to come to the venerable theater.
A Family Four Pack is available for $159. Ticket prices include: a plated three-course
meal that changes for each show, and is served directly to your table; a
Broadway-style performance and complimentary parking. Tickets may be purchases on line, or by calling (904) 641-1212.
**Prices do NOT include gratuity,
professional photos, or orders from the bar**
LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
12000 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32246
(904) 641-1212
The
newest exhibition at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, French Moderns:
Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950, will open June 14 to Museum Members; the
exhibition will be on view to the public June 15 through September 6, 2019. The exhibition features more than 60 works of
art from the Brooklyn Museum’s renowned European collection and positions
France as the artistic center of international modernism from the mid-19th to
mid-20th centuries.
Ranging widely in scale, subject matter and style,
these paintings, drawings and sculptures were intended for public display and
private collections, and were produced by the era’s leading artists, those born
in France as well as those who studied and exhibited there, such as Paul
Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Henri Matisse, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
Highlighting one of the most dynamic and engaging periods in art history, the
works in French Moderns capture the vibrancy and complexity of the Parisian art
scene from 1848 until the end of World War II. The vibrancy of this era in France attracted
artists and creators from throughout the U.S. and Europe, including the likes
of Augusta Savage — a Northeast Florida-born artist who became a leader of the
Harlem Renaissance. Her influence was
celebrated through the Cummer Museum’s recent exhibition, Augusta Savage:
Renaissance Woman, which is now on display at the New-York Historical
Society Museum & Library in New York City.
“In many ways, the modern world emerged between 1850 and 1950, and the
artwork produced during this era continues to inspire and excite today,” said
Adam Levine, the Museum’s George W. and Kathleen I. Gibbs Director & CEO. “By providing the Northeast Florida community
with access to the Brooklyn Museum’s impressive collection of paintings and
sculptures, we hope to connect the avant-garde perspectives that inspired
Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Cubism and Surrealism to our
visitors and Members’ lives.”
Attendees of Soirée Bohème: A French Dinner Party will enjoy a first look at
the exhibition on Thursday, June 13; a limited number of tickets are available
at cummermuseum.org. French Moderns: Monet
to Matisse, 1850–1950 will open to Members of the Museum on Friday, June
14, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The
exhibition will be on full display to the public starting Saturday, June 15.
Philanthropic support from the community is critical for the Museum to serve as
a vibrant civic resource. Membership
provides several benefits, such as early access to exhibitions like French
Moderns. For every $100 donated to the Museum as part of a membership
purchase or upgrade through September 30, the Museum will give a Museum
membership to the family of a current fourth-grade Duval County Public Schools
(DCPS) student through the Museum’s Family 2 Family Membership Match promotion.
Full details are available at cummermuseum.org/F2F.
French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950 is organized by Rich Aste,
former Curator of European Art, and Lisa Small, Curator of European Painting
and Sculpture, Brooklyn Museum.
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
829 Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32204
(904) 356-6857
Hours of Operation & Admission
“Twenty Øne Pilots - the Bandito Tour” will include
a stop at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena on June 14th. Twenty One Pilots, the GRAMMY® Award-winning
duo of Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun, are gearing up for the release of their
massively anticipated new album TRENCH “My Blood” marked the first
track released from TRENCH to stand apart from the three-part narrative
first established in the official music videos for “Jumpsuit,”
the chart-topping first single, continued in the LP’s second release, “Nico And The
Niners,” and ultimately concluded with “Levitate,”
all directed by longtime collaborator Andrew Donoho and streaming now via
Twenty One Pilots’ YouTube channel. All
three films have amassed over 75 million cumulative views to date. To see a venue near you, click HERE.
“Twenty Øne Pilots” received a number of major awards and nominations over
recent years, with “Stressed Out” earning them the 2017 GRAMMY® Award
for “Best Pop Duo/Group Performance” alongside four additional nods. Other honors include seven total Billboard
Music Awards including 2016’s “Top Rock Artist” and “Top Rock Album” (for BLURRYFACE)
and 2017’s “Chart Achievement Award,” “Top Duo/Group,” “Top Radio Songs
Artist,” “Top Rock Artist,” and “Top Rock Song” (for “Heathens”); multiple
Alternative Press Music Awards including “Album of the Year Presented By
Journeys” (for BLURRYFACE), “Artist of the Year Presented By Monster Energy,”
and “Most Dedicated Fans”; 2016 American Music Awards for “Favorite Alternative
Artist” and “Favorite Pop/Rock/Band/Duo/Group”; six iHeart Radio Music Awards
(including “Alternative Rock Song of the Year” in both 2016 and 2017); 2016’s
Kerrang! Award for “Best Fanbase,” and two MTV Europe Music Awards.
“Twenty Øne Pilots -
the
“Bandito Tour”
DATE: Fri., June 14, 2019
TIME: 7 p.m.
TICKETS: prices vary.
LOCATION: Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena
300 A Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown
Jacksonville,
FL 32202
(904)
630-3900
Can you believe that it’s still Springtime? Well, even though it may be 90-100º
outside, inside the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens is cool, comfortable,
entertaining and informative. Remember
that school will soon be out and this is a wonderful place for you and the kids
to enjoy it here in Jacksonville, Florida.
Take a look at the calendar below and make your Cummer dates for June, 2019.
Florida Blue Free Tuesday - Each
Tuesday Evening from 4 to 9 p.m. | Free | No registration required. Every Tuesday, enjoy free admission to the
Cummer Museum and its historic gardens, thanks to the generous support of
Florida Blue. Guests can enjoy free admission to the galleries. Each Tuesday
evening, the Cummer Café is open for Tapas.
Tapas Tuesday - Every Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. on the Cummer
Café patio, take in the sunset while listening to local musicians with beer, wine,
or artfully inspired tapas for sale at the Café. Reservations are recommended. Reserve
your table by calling 904.899.6022.
Weaver First Saturday Free for All - Sat, Jun 1 | 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. | Free | No registration required. The first Saturday of each month at the
Cummer Museum is FREE FOR ALL, thanks to the generous support of J. Wayne and
Delores Barr Weaver. Guests can enjoy free admission, as well as art-making
activities for all ages in the Cummer Gardens, live music, and a Docent-led
tour at 2 p.m. For further information, please call 904.899.6038.
Bank Of America And Merrill Lynch
Museums On Us - Sun, Jun 2 | Noon to 4 p.m. | Free to Cardholders | No
registration required. The Cummer Museum
of Art & Gardens offers free admission on the first Sunday of the first
full weekend of the month to all Bank of America or Merrill Lynch cardholders
through the Museums on Us program. Each
cardholder receives one free general admission to the Museum. For further
information, please call 904.899.6038.
Summer Camp at The Cummer Museum - Members
$200, Non-Members $230 | Students entering grades 1 through 6. Does your child love to paint, sculpt, draw,
print, and more? Cultivate their
creative abilities in our summer camp, starting Monday, June 10 and running
through July 26. Young artists entering
grades 1 through 6 will observe and explore artwork in the Museum’s galleries
and gardens, experiment with different art media in the studio, and create and
showcase their artwork in a special exhibition each week. Each camp is taught by professional Museum
Educators trained in the fields of art history, fine arts, education, and
science who will build the skills for students to look at, connect with, and
create art in more personal ways. The
Education team creates fun and engaging art projects and experiences inspired
by the Museum’s permanent collection, gardens, and special exhibitions that
will spark your child’s creativity and imagination.
Six weeks of Summer Camp to choose from:
Week 1: Artful Animals - Mon, Jun 10
through Fri, Jun 14 | 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Animals are on the loose in the Museum. Search the galleries and gardens
for snakes, butterflies, cats, and other creatures. Explore the hidden meaning
of animals in artwork, and create your own animal-inspired art. (Grades 1-3 SOLD OUT, Grades 4-6 Available).
Week 2: Land, Water, and Sky - Mon, Jun 17 through Fri, Jun 21 | 9 a.m. to
3:30 p.m. Explore landscapes,
cityscapes, waterways, and skies in artwork from the Museum’s Permanent
Collection and from French Moderns: Monet
to Matisse. The St. John’s River and the Cummer Gardens will provide active
inspiration for budding young artists. (Grades
1-3 SOLD OUT, Grades 4-6 Available).
Week 3: Sculpt It - Mon, Jun 24 through Fri, Jun 28 | 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Create three-dimensional artwork using a
variety of different sculpting techniques and materials such as clay, wood, and
cardboard. Students will explore artwork in the Museum gardens and the work of
sculptor, Carlos Rolón. (Grades 1-3 SOLD
OUT, Grades 4-6 Available).
Week 4: Rhythm and Rhyme - Mon, Jul 8 through Fri, Jul 12 | 9 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. - The rhythm is gonna get you while using music and poetry to explore the
permanent collection and French Moderns:
Monet to Matisse. Discover how rhythm and rhyme inspire artists and let it
transform your art.
Week 5: Line, Shape, and Color -
Mon, Jul 15 through Fri, Jul 19 | 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Students will delve into the basic elements
of art by exploring line, shape, and color, and combining their own marks and
colors to create unique works for art.
Week 6: Art Around the World - Mon,
Jul 22 through Fri, Jul 26 | 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. From Egyptian sarcophagi to Meissen
porcelain, students will explore cultures from around the world using artwork
from the permanent collection and will create an ancient-inspired art piece of
their own. (Grades 1-3 SOLD OUT, Grades
4-6 Available).
Soirée Bohème: A French Dinner Party - Thu, Jun 13 | 6 to 9 p.m. |
Registration required. Single Dinner: VIP | $250. General | Members $150, Non-Members $175. Young Professionals (40 and under) | Members
$100, Non-Members $125.
Travel back to the decadent cafes of France, when the can-can was
unconventional and the parties extravagant. Gather like the artists of the
cabaret, Le Chat Noir, to enjoy music as lively as the conversation and cuisine
as “haute” as the fashion. Dress is anything that is très chic and brings you
closer to the world of French Moderns:
Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950. Your presence this evening not only gives the
Museum a certain “je nais sais quoi”, but you’ll have access to an exclusive
first look of this new exhibition. For further information, please call
904.899.6038.
French
Moderns (Members Only Preview Day) - Fri, Jun 14 | 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
Free (Members Only) | No registration required.
Exhibition preview day will now have more flexible hours, from 10 a.m.
to 9 p.m. with the Cummer Café open until 8 p.m. Preview day provides Museum members the
opportunity for private access to new exhibitions before they open to the
public, exclusive docent tours throughout the day, and a 20% discount in the
Cummer Shop and Cummer Café. All Docent
Tours begin in the Mason Gallery; tour times are 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 6
p.m.
Art Adventures – French Moderns: Monet To Matisse - Sat, Jun 15 | 10:30 a.m. to
12:30 p.m. | Members $10, Non-Members $15 | Registration required. Ages 6 through 12. Join the museum on the third Sat. of each
month for studio classes. In this class
students will view the special exhibition French
Moderns: Monet to Matisse, and then return to the studio to learn
techniques for creating impressionist paintings. Class size is limited. For further information, please email or call
904.355.0630.
Family Open Studio: Celebrating Family
- Sun, Jun 16 | 1 to 3 p.m. | Free with admission | No registration required. Free art-making activity in the Art Connections
studios for all ages! Celebrate family
and friends by creating a ‘collage family portrait’. For further information, please email or call
904.355.0630.
Tween Museum Day Hosted by the Junior
Docents - Sun, Jun 16 | 1 to 3 p.m. | Free | No registration required. Rising 6th-graders youth (and their adults)
are invited to tour the Museum with current Junior Docents and learn more about
this exciting youth program. For further information, please call 904.899.6005.
Free Tuesday: French Moderns - Tue, Jun 18 | 4 to 9 p.m. | Free | No
registration required. Viva La France! The Cummer Museum is celebrating the arrival
of French Moderns: Monet to Matisse
on Free Tuesday. Enjoy French-themed
café items and music in the Café. Visit
the Cummer Shop to find the perfect gift, ooh la la!
6 p.m. - Take a family friendly interactive tour of French Moderns: Monet to Matisse through fun activities that
incorporate close observation and group conversation. The tour will start at the entrance of the
exhibition.
7 p.m. – Their evening guided tour will be on French Moderns: Monet to Matisse and will start at the entrance of
the exhibition.
Family Tour - French Moderns: Monet To Matisse - Tue, Jun 18 | 6 p.m. | Free
| No registration required. Take a
family-friendly interactive tour of French
Moderns: Monet to Matisse through fun activities that incorporate close
observation and group conversation. The
tour will start at the entrance of the exhibition.
Adult Workshop: Coloring in the Gardens
- Thu, Jun 20 | 6 to 8 p.m. | Members $30, Non-Members $40 | Registration required.
Take a break from your busy life and
enjoy a relaxing activity in the historic Cummer Gardens! Each attendee will receive an adult coloring
book with a French theme and colored pencils. Bring a friend and sit at one of the tables they
will set out in the gardens, or find a quiet spot on one of many benches. While Cummer Staff will be on hand that
evening, an instructor will not be provided. This is a self-directed event that encourages
mindfulness. Relax and enjoy the beauty
of the gardens and the St. Johns River as you use your creativity to refresh
and restore. Beer, wine, and small bites
will be provided. For further
information or to register, please call 904.899.6038.
Ponce De León Cocktails in the Garden
- Mon, Jun 24 | 6 to 8 p.m. | PDL Members Free (up to 2 reservations),
Additional PDL Reservations $30 | Registration required. This is an exclusive event for Ponce de León
Society Members only. Each member has 2
free reservations and may add additional reservations for $30 per person. Join your fellow PDL members for an evening
sipping cocktails in the beautifully renovated gardens. Participants will also have the opportunity to
enjoy a more exclusive experience of French
Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 - 1950. Specific details will be provided in the
coming weeks. For more information or to
RSVP, please email Hannah Oberholtzer at or 904.899.6028.
Garden Concert: Americana Concert with
The Firewater Tent Revival - Sat, Jun 29 | Doors Open at 6 p.m., Concert
from 7 to 9 p.m. | Members $20, Non-Members $25, Reserved Table and Seating for
10 $400 | Registration required. Born and
raised in North Florida, the guys from The Firewater Tent Revival will make you
want to dance with their funky mix of Folk and Roots music!!! The Garden Concert series takes place in the
beautiful and historic Cummer Gardens overlooking the St. Johns River. Guests
are invited to bring chairs, picnics, and beverages to enjoy an evening of
music under the stars. Reservations are
required. For further information or to
register, please call 904.899.6038.
Cummer Museum of
Art & Gardens
829
Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32204
(904) 356-6857
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