ENTERTAINMENT

Patt Rall Arts Column for Oct. 29: Guitarists to perform for Bemidji Concert Series

Gothenburg Combo concert will be held at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, in Thompson Recital Hall, Bangsberg Fine Arts Complex on the campus of Bemidji State University, 14th Street and Birchmont Drive. The guitar duo of David Hansson and Thomas Hansy are known for infusing their energy into classic repertoire as well as modern works. The duo is known for playing a concert mixed with the music of Bach and Brahms with Lennon, McCartney and Brian Wilson. This is one of the concerts in the Bemidji Concert Series presented by the BSU Department of Music. Regular season tickets and membership packages are available at the music office on the second floor of Bangsberg Hall, Lueken’s Village North and Tutto Bene. All three ticket outlets will also sell individual event tickets at $20 for the general public and $5 for students for this performance. If available, tickets will also be sold at the door prior to the performance. This series is supported by sponsorships from the Bemidji State University Department of Music, The Bemidji Pioneer, The Villa Calma Bed and Breakfast, Paul Bunyan Telephone and the BSU Student Activity Allocation Committee.

By Patt Rall , October 29, 2009

Gothenburg Combo: Guitar duo to perform in Bemidji Concert Series

Guitar virtuoso performances have been popular among Bemidji music lovers, so two guitars in concert might be even more attractive.

By Molly Miron , October 29, 2009

Patt Rall Arts Column for Oct. 22: Karstens to star in ‘My Name is Rachel Corrie’

Mikaela Karstens is in a one-woman show based on the diary and e-mails of a young peace activist killed in Gaza.

By Patt Rall , October 22, 2009

Bemidji State: ‘The Crucible’ opens Friday

“The Crucible,” a production of the theater department of Bemidji State University, opens this week at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23.

By Patt Rall , October 21, 2009

Studio Cruise artist explains painting

Artist Terry Honstead explains her process of painting in her home studio Saturday during Studio Cruise ’09. The Studio Cruise continues today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 16 sites. Pioneer Photo/Laurie Swenson

October 18, 2009

Studio Cruise visitor tries out jewelry-making tool

Artist Christina Thorne has Maggie Schwegman try out a jewelry-making tool in Thorne’s home studio Saturday during Studio Cruise ’09. Thorne is the owner of Bad Cat Creations. The Studio Cruise continues today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 16 sites. Pioneer Photo/Laurie Swenson

October 18, 2009

Mayer rehearses for recital

Heidi Mayer was one of four harpsichord players rehearsing Friday afternoon for the Multi-Harpsichord Chamber Recital of keyboard concertos by J.S. Bach, which will be performed tonight at 7:30 in the Main Theater of Bangsberg Fine Arts Complex at Bemidji State University. The other harpsichord players are Deborah Steinbar, Helen Skuggedal Reed and Nicholas Good. Pioneer Photo/Monte Draper

October 17, 2009

Visitors make Studio Cruise visit

Linda Swenson, left, and Barb Ellingson look at a fused glass plate and vase made by Pat Schnell at the Glass Shack, one of the stops along the Studio Cruise, on Friday afternoon. Pioneer Photo/Monte Draper

October 17, 2009

Studio Cruise ’09 — The ‘artist’s artist: Sculptor Goodwin carries on tradition

A returning artist to this year’s Studio Cruise is stone sculptor Duane (Dewey) Goodwin.

By Patt Rall , October 16, 2009

Patt Rall Arts Column for Oct. 15: Multi-Harpsichord Chamber Recital set for Saturday

The Multi-Harpsichord Chamber Recital will begin at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17 on the main stage of Bangsberg Fine and Performing Arts Complex on the campus of Bemidji State University.

By Patt Rall , October 15, 2009

Look closely to see what this dragon is made from

An artist created this dragon out of plastic forks, spoons and knives held together with glue. It took him about 80 hours complete the project. If you check out his page, you can also see some pretty cool pen-and-ink drawings. Click here to read more about it and see more interesting art work.

October 14, 2009

Steinbar to be featured in harpsichord concert

When Deb Steinbar moved to Bemidji over twenty years ago, there were no job openings available for nurse practitioners or physician’s assistants.

By Pat Rall , October 11, 2009

Studio Cruise ’09 – Paying it forward: Woodworker to exhibit unique furniture

A visit to the Wildwood Rustic furniture studio and workshop of Duane Shoup in Shevlin is a special feature of Studio Cruise ’09.

By Patt Rall , October 09, 2009

Patt Rall Arts Column for Oct. 8: Bemidji Symphony Orchestra opens season Sunday

Bemidji Symphony Orchestra opens its 2009-10 season at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, in the main theater of Bemidji High School with Spanish Triumph.

By Patt Rall , October 08, 2009

Bemidji Symphony Orchestra: Classical guitarist to spotlight Sunday concert

Petar Jankovic will make a return visit to Bemidji when he plays with the Bemidji Symphony Orchestra at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11. at the Bemidji High School Auditorium.

By Patt Rall , October 07, 2009