Theater Production: American Underground - Stage Buildout

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 8, 2024 at 2:07 PM

Students assist Technical Theater Professor Jo Nazro putting some of the final touches on the  set for the upcoming production of American Underground at the Wallace Theater for the Performing Arts in the McKay Complex. Learn more about the production and when to see here

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Topics: Communications/Media, Theater Program, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Music Faculty Recital

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 30, 2024 at 4:15 PM

University music faculty members Jane Fiske, Jonathan Harvey, Amy McGlothlin and Justin Casinghino were joined by special guests Kris Layton, Cynthia Schilling and The Aroma Duo for this performance highlighting Fitchburg State's, nine-foot Steinway Model D concert grand piano. 

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Topics: Humanities, Music Programs, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Around Campus - Modern Jazz Band

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 29, 2024 at 12:45 PM

Fresh of their performance at last week's Music Mega Mix, the Amy McGlothlin led Modern Jazz Band practice for their next performances in the Conlon Fine Arts building. Learn more about our Music Programs here.

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Topics: Humanities, Music Programs, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Around Campus - Advanced Stage Light Design

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 25, 2024 at 4:15 PM

Theater Technical Director Jo Nazro assists students in her Advanced Stage Light Design class make the first draft of their lighting plans. Learn more about our Theater Concentration here

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Topics: Communications/Media, Theater Program, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Hammond Gallery: Chuck Stigliano

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 25, 2024 at 9:15 AM

Fine Art Professor Andrea Olmstead  introduced her former teacher Artist Chuck Stigliano for his Artist Talk at the opening of his exhibit: "We Are Not Okay" in the Hammond Gallery. He discussed his thought-provoking woodcarvings which will be on display through Friday, Dec. 13 in the art gallery inside Hammond Hall. 

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Topics: Humanities, Fine Art, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Music Program - Music Mega Mix

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 23, 2024 at 9:34 AM

Fitchburg State University’s instrumental and choral ensembles performed a joint concert last evening in Weston Auditorium. The concert program served as  a showcase of “bite-sized” performances by the university’s choirs, bands and orchestra. Ensembles included Fitchburg State students, community members, faculty and staff. Faculty members Jonathan Harvey, Amy McGlothlin, and Hildur Schilling hosted and performed with their respective group. Learn more about our Music Programs here.

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Topics: Humanities, Music Programs, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Around Campus - Concert Choir Practice

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 21, 2024 at 5:45 PM

Dr. Jonathan Harvey held practice for the Fitchburg State Concert Choir in Weston Auditorium. As part of their regular practice, the choir ran through the pieces they will be performing at tomorrow's Music Mega Mix.   Learn more about our music programs here.

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Topics: Humanities, Music Programs, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Stage Movement: Combat - Scene Rehearsal

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 21, 2024 at 2:15 PM

Students in Theater Professor Kelly Morgan's Stage Movement: Combat course work in small groups to rehearse the combat scenes they've conceived as part of the coursework.  The class teaches students how to utilize the sword as an extension of the character and a a vehicle by which the actor propels the story.

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Topics: Communications/Media, Theater Program, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Stage Movement: Combat - Sword Play

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 3, 2024 at 12:15 PM

Theater Professor Kelly Morgan teaches students how to utilize the sword as an extension of the character and a a vehicle by which the actor propels the story in his Stage Movement: Combat in Weston Auditorium. This workshop-oriented course utilizes the basic techniques of movement with emphasis on developing each student's potential for effective physicalization of a character on stage.

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Topics: Communications/Media, Theater Program, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

Around Campus - Music Theory

Posted by Andy Cunningham on October 1, 2024 at 8:45 AM

Music Professor Justin Casinghino  examines rhythmic notation, including meters and tempo with students in his Basic Music Theory course. Learn more about our Music Programs here.

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Topics: Humanities, Music Programs, Creative Arts Therapies, Creative Arts Enterprise

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