(Photo courtesy of Ellipse Theatre) Ellipse Theatre Community (ETC) announces a groundbreaking expansion of its upcoming production of Rabbit Hole by David Lindsay-Abaire. Partnering with Subliminal Story Art, the theatre experience will transcend the stage, offering audiences a multi-sensory, interactive art exhibition with a specific focus on helping the community navigate and heal from grief….
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Beatles Singalong is Back!
(Graphic courtesy of KPOV) “Yes, we’re going to a party, party.” As KPOV turns 21, join us at the The Commonwealth Pub on June 26 for a special evening celebrating 21 years of being your voice in Central Oregon. We are bringing back the Beatles Singalong, a long held tradition for KPOV. A variety of…
Big Band Jazz Spring Show
(There are currently 21 musicians enrolled in the COCC performance class | Photo courtesy of COCC) Central Oregon Community College’s Big Band Jazz group is performing its spring concert with the music of Grammy-nominated pianist and composer Frank Mantooth at 7pm on Friday, May 29, in Wille Hall on the Bend campus. The performance is…
Last Chance Silent Auction Flower Sale & Flower Pick Ups
(Photo courtesy of BEAT Children’s Theatre) Thank you so much for supporting our Secret Garden silent auction! We still have a handful of beautiful donated flowers that did not receive bids, and we’d love to help them find homes. Beginning Wednesday, May 20 at 8am, all remaining flowers will be available in a special 48-hour…
Final Days to Order Hanging Flower Baskets & Culinary Herb Baskets!
(HDCM Educational Outreach | Photo courtesy of High Desert Chamber Music) High Desert Chamber Music is offering hanging flower baskets and culinary herb baskets to fund Educational Outreach efforts. Delivery of these baskets is scheduled for this Friday, May 22. These 12″ diameter baskets will at a minimum double in size, and you can choose…
Early Access Last Chance!
(Photo courtesy of Sunriver Music Festival) Want to be part of the Music? There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available during the Summer Festival and throughout the year. Whether you enjoy working with people, shining behind the scenes, or sharing a specific skill, there’s a place for you to be part of making the…
Meet Big Richard: Bluegrass’ Fiercest Supergroup
Big Richard is bringing their wildly entertaining blend of powerhouse harmonies, fiery string playing, and delightfully unhinged stage banter to Big Ponderoo! Since exploding onto the bluegrass scene in 2021, the all-women supergroup has become a festival favorite everywhere from DelFest to NPR’s World Cafe, winning over fans with fiddle-fueled barn burners, sharp songwriting, and…
Raptors of the Desert Sky Returns
(Photo by Abbott Schindler) Raptors of the Desert Sky Experience the grace and power of birds in flight this summer. Get ready to look up! Our beloved summer program, Raptors of the Desert Sky, returns on Saturday, May 23. Watch in awe as hawks, falcons, and owls soar through the High Desert canopy and right…
Art is Work: Artist’s Survival Guide
(Graphic courtesy of Scalehouse) Art is Work: Artist’s Survival Guide An introduction to professional practices for fine art visual artists covering artistic goal-setting, exhibition opportunities, preparing professional materials (artist packet, resume, and elevator pitch), what to do once you secure a show, and key recommendations and dos and don’ts for navigating the art world. Please…
Applications Open for COCC’s Free Summer Cultural Symposiums
(Photo courtesy of COCC) Central Oregon Community College’s five-day, college-exposure summer symposiums, set for June 21-25, are designed — and offered free — for regional high school Latinx, Native American, Afrocentric and 2SLGBTQIA+ students and their allies, with applications being accepted until May 29. Visit cocc.edu/multicultural to learn more and apply; space is limited. Free…