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SUMMARY:Four Century Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Tour the Historic Sites of Union County \nSaturday\, Oct. 19\, 2024 12–4 pm • free admission \nSunday\, Oct. 20\, 2024  9-12 pm • free admission
URL:https://ducretarts.org/event/four-century-weekend/
LOCATION:duCret Center of Art\, 1030 Central Avenue\, Plainfield\, NJ\, 07060\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Charles Sabba  - Michelangelo's the Sistine Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Michelangelo: Genius of the Renaissance\nThe Italian Peninsula has been home to countless extraordinary artists\, poets\, and creators\, especially during the Renaissance. In October\, which is celebrated as Italian-American Heritage Month\, it is fitting to reflect on one of the greatest artistic geniuses nurtured by this land’s energy and creative atmosphere: Michelangelo Buonarroti. For nearly 90 years\, Michelangelo lived to create art\, excelling in sculpture\, painting\, architecture\, and poetry. His genius elevated him beyond mortal limits\, making him the epitome of the Renaissance artist. \nAlthough Michelangelo was primarily a sculptor\, at the age of 33\, he was summoned to Rome by Pope Julius II and commissioned to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Michelangelo had only briefly trained in fresco technique at 14 under the guidance of Domenico Ghirlandaio before transitioning to sculpture under Bertoldo di Giovanni\, a student of Donatello. The Pope initially requested a modest series of figures\, but Michelangelo’s vision was far grander. What began as a simple commission transformed into a monumental four-year project\, becoming one of the wonders of the art world. \nBefore delving into Michelangelo’s masterpiece\, it’s essential to acknowledge the chapel’s earlier frescoes created by luminaries such as Ghirlandaio\, Perugino\, Rosselli\, Botticelli\, and Signorelli. These works set the stage for the extraordinary ceiling that Michelangelo would paint between 1508 and 1512 and the awe-inspiring “Last Judgement\,” which he completed almost 30 years later in 1534 when he was nearly 60. \nThe most iconic of Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes is the Creation of Adam\, where God\, who had never before been seen by humankind (except by Moses\, from behind)\, is depicted reaching out to give life to Adam. In this scene\, Michelangelo’s representation of God was groundbreaking\, presenting the Almighty not as a distant figure but as an intimately engaged creator\, physically shaping the first man. \nIn this lecture\, we’ll explore the significance of this visual language\, how it redefined religious art\, and uncover some hidden meanings and details within Michelangelo’s work. From the delicate yet powerful Delphic Sibyl to the astounding vision of God in the Creation of Adam\, these frescoes express not only profound religious narratives but also a profound celebration of human potential. \nOne of the most intriguing aspects of Michelangelo’s ceiling is how it mirrors the heavens\, reflecting the beauty and complexity of the Milky Way. Michelangelo\, who viewed God as the ultimate artist\, sought to recreate the divine order and beauty of the universe on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel—a feat as ambitious as it was revolutionary. \nPlease join us on October 19\, 2024\, as we examine Michelangelo’s creative genius and the legacy of the Sistine Chapel—a true marvel of artistic achievement. \nLight Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://ducretarts.org/event/lecture-charles-sabba-michelangelos-the-sistine-chapel/
LOCATION:duCret Center of Art\, 1030 Central Avenue\, Plainfield\, NJ\, 07060\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dracula  - A Comedy of Terror
DESCRIPTION:Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors is a fast-paced\, hilarious reimagining of the classic vampire tale. This zany production combines the eerie world of Bram Stoker’s Dracula with non-stop comedy\, featuring quick-witted dialogue\, slapstick humor\, and wild plot twists. Five actors take on dozens of characters\, from the bloodthirsty Count Dracula to bumbling vampire hunters\, creating an uproarious atmosphere where spooky meets silly. With its rapid costume changes\, over-the-top antics\, and clever wordplay\, this play transforms horror into side-splitting laughter while embracing the original story’s gothic charm. \nDates: \nOctober 25th and 26th at 8:00 pm  & October 27th at 3:00 pm \nOctober 31st\, November 1st and 2nd at 8:00 pm
URL:https://ducretarts.org/event/dracula-a-comedy-of-terror/
LOCATION:duCret Center of Art\, 1030 Central Avenue\, Plainfield\, NJ\, 07060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Play
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SUMMARY:Yoga with Vanessa
DESCRIPTION:Happy Juneteenth!\nVanessa is hosting a new event. Join us for a Juneteenth Gentle Flow & Stretch Yoga class on June 19\, 2024\, at 11:00 AM.  \nThe class is free and designed to be a soulful practice\, offering a peaceful space for reflection\, healing\, and unity through mindful movement and deep stretching. \nRegister soon because space is limited.
URL:https://ducretarts.org/event/yoga-with-vanessa/
LOCATION:duCret Center of Art\, 1030 Central Avenue\, Plainfield\, NJ\, 07060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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