Category: Arts and Culture
Tattoo You, Mama!
By Janna Lopez Tattoos have long been a source for opinion, presumption, pride, individuality. Most of all, they are the permanent marker of story, place and time. Interestingly, what used to be seen as a post-drunken night, whimsical, regrettable mistake of a young male, has evolved into a thoughtful, professional, beautifully crafted, artistic mode of [...]
The Genius of Ansel Adams
On display at the World Forest Center This spring and summer, Portlanders can enjoy a unique visual treat at a special exhibition of the photographic genius of Ansel Adams. Held at the World Forestry Center Discovery Museum, the photography exhibit, “Ansel Adams: Distance and Detail,” will be on view from May 26 through August 18. [...]
MetroArts, Inc.: Cultivating Creative Talent in Youth
Cultivating and nurturing young talent through the arts is more important than ever. Thankfully, there are lots of great organizations in Portland to serve this need, including MetroArts Inc., an educational organization dedicated to promoting lifelong learning through the arts. MetroArts programs educate about the arts and provide insight into the creative process though access, [...]
OCT’s “Gathering Blue”: a Thought-Provoking Future Tale
On April 27, the Oregon Children’s Theatre (OCT) will unveil the world premier production of Lois Lowry’s novel, “Gathering Blue.” The play, which runs through May 19, is the second installment of “The Giver” series, written by the acclaimed author of young adult literature. Aimed at youth ages 12 to 14, this futuristic story has [...]
The Dance of Discovery
Despite all of our attempts to raise children unencumbered by gender stereotypes, the would-be Billy Elliots of the world still are charged with educating the sometimes narrow-minded and uneducable among us. What happens when a boy decides he wants to take ballet? Even though when asked to name a famous ballet dancer, the names Nijinsky, [...]
The Song {and Desire to Rock} Remains the Same
Portland Dads and Their Tribute Bands – By Janna Lopez One of my biggest regrets is that I never saw Led Zeppelin live in concert. I was a tad too young during their heyday, and then drummer John Bonham tragically left us too soon. Zeppelin’s music magic, both live and recorded, came to an abrupt [...]
Barrier Breakers and History Makers
Honoring Black History Month Spotlighting the contributions and heroic actions of African American women during World War II, the new book “Double Victory” (Chicago Review Press) tells the often overlooked stories of courage in the face of strict gender and racial barriers. From war workers and political activists to volunteers and entertainers, these determined women [...]
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker
Holiday Tradition, with a Local Flair The Oregon Ballet Theatre’s phenomenal holiday ballet treat, “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker,” is an enduring Portland tradition that brings the whole family together. The Nutcracker opens on Saturday, December 8, and runs for 14 performances through Saturday December 23, 2012, at the Keller Auditorium. “One of the first things [...]
Raising Creative Kids
In our increasingly structured and media-saturated society, kids often don’t have the time or space to be creative. Many of us think of creativity as only pertaining to the arts. But, according to James D. Moran III, in his article “Creativity in Young Children,” creativity is also defined as a form of problem solving, requiring [...]
Just Ducky This Fall
Oregon Children’s Theatre is gearing up for election season with “Duck for President.” Based on the popular book by the author of “Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type”, and “Giggle, Giggle, Quack,” it’s the story of a Duck who tires of farm work and decides to run for office. The play offers great opportunities to [...]
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