Arts Events at The Governor's Academy
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Spring Concert
Friday, May 1
7:30 p.m.
Bergmann Theater, Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts
Spring is in the air, and so is the music! Join us for our annual Spring Concert on May 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bergmann Theater. The concert marks the culmination of a year of dedication, creativity, and collaboration, featuring Orchestra, Jazz Band, choral groups, and more. Help us celebrate our 22 seniors as they take the stage one final time. This final performance honors their years of artistry and the vibrant spirit they’ve brought to all of their performances.
daylight cravings: sculptures & photograms by justin kedl
Remis lobby, Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts
We are excited to exhibit Daylight Cravings: Sculptures and Photograms Exploring Light, Memory, and Atmosphere by Justin Kedl in the Peter R. Remis Lobby of the Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts from April 3 through May 5.
In this body of work, Kedl reflects on his experience of light and seasonal change after moving to New England in 2019. Having grown up in the Midwest and Southwest, he became acutely aware of the differences in sunlight and atmosphere, particularly during the darker winter months in Massachusetts. While he longs for sunlight in winter, he is equally captivated by the shifting qualities of light along the coastal landscape; glowing through windows, reflecting off the ocean, and diffusing through fog.
Daylight Cravings will be displayed in the Peter R. Remis Lobby in the Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts on The Governor’s Academy campus from April 3 until May 5. Please take some time to experience this moving exhibit and join us for a reception on Friday, April 17, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The gallery is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and by appointment on Saturday and Sunday. Please contact Shanna Fliegel to make an appointment.
Where the Driveway Ends: Photography by Greg Miller
Remis Gallery
Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts
The show is up now through Friday, March 27
All are welcome to join us for the Artist's Talk on Friday, February 6, 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.
The Remis Gallery presents Where the Driveway Ends, a photography exhibition by Guggenheim Fellow Greg Miller. Created with an 8×10 view camera, the series depicts children waiting for their morning school bus in a small Connecticut town. Inspired by the Sandy Hook tragedy, the work reflects on childhood innocence, vulnerability, and the quiet, everyday moment when children step from home into the wider world.
Winter musical: mamma mia!
fRIDAY, FebruARY 13 AND SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
7:30 p.m.
bergmann theater, Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts
The cast, crew, and production staff of Mamma Mia! invite you to the island of Kalokairi, Greece! The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. Twenty-six cast members, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a true smash hit. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!
A note from the director: As always, we want our audiences to be comfortable and informed. In our opinion, the show is true PG-13. The plot revolves around a young woman trying to figure out which of three men is her father, so there is a fair amount of sexual innuendo and references. There are also a few moments of adult language and some references to alcohol.