CULTURE

Event Details

WHAT’S YOUR ART? Opening Night

March 11, 6:30 PM

Description

Join us for a spectacular evening of festivities featuring a series of live performances by local arts organizations along with great local food and a cash bar.

Performance schedule as follows:

7:00-7:15
Animal Encounters, John Ball Zoological Society: Get up close and personal with the animal world.
7:15-7:25
Porgy and Bess, Opera Grand Rapids: Revel in Gershwin's summertime classic.
7:30-7:40
An Intimate Performance: St. Cecilia Music Center: A taste of what you'll find at the restored landmark.
7:45-7:55
Jemima Puddleduck, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre and School of Theatre Arts: Discover the uncertain fate of Potter's favorite fowl.
8:00-8:10
Speech!, Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum: Our president brings the nation together.
8:10-8:30
20-minute intermission
8:30-8:40
GR Symphony Duet, Grand Rapids Symphony: Strings versus a reed? You decide.
8:45-8:55
Calder Chronology, Grand Rapids Art Museum: Spend a few moments with the celebrated artist.
9:00-9:10
TBD, Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts: A transformative experience from our local arts laboratory.
9:15-9:25
Tribute to Calder, Grand Rapids Ballet Company: See the artist's expression soar to new heights.
9:30-9:40
Michelle Oka Doner Presentation, Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park: The voice of an artist. Oka Doner and her work.

Tickets

Free to the public.

Doors open at 6:30 PM
Performances start 7 PM