Exhibit born in harsh Black Rock Desert
January 5, 2009
The annual artistic expression camp in the desert of Nevada (left), will be displayed beginning Jan. 9 with others at the UP Front gallery.
Exhibit born in harsh Black Rock Desert
Take hundreds of artists, put them in the middle of a Nevada desert in August and you have Burning Man.
The name has nothing to do with immolation or the sunburn some of the artisans experience from the 110-degree heat in the Black Rock Desert, 120 miles north of Reno.
Burning Man, an annual temporary community, is the world’s largest outdoor art gallery. For one week each year, participants gather to create a community based on self-expression, sharing, self-reliance, and the creation of art without judgment and competition, said Karen Abel, executive director of artEAST. Read more
Brewhouse boasts a menu full of flavors
January 5, 2009
Restaurant reviews are a regular feature of The Issaquah Press. Reviewers visit restaurants unannounced and pay in full for their meals.
Sometimes in life, all you want is a quick and tasty meal. Located within the heart of downtown Issaquah is the answer to those desires — the Issaquah Brewhouse. Read more
Teens shine in ‘Into the Woods’
December 29, 2008
Keaton Whittaker (left) stars as Little Red Riding Hood and Ryan Hotes is Jack in Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE production of ‘Into the Woods.’ Photo by Jean Johnson
Village Theatre KIDSTAGE TeenSelect presents “Into The Woods,” running Jan. 9–18 at First Stage Theatre, 120 Front St. N.
“Into The Woods,” based on the book by James Lapine, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, tells a story that brings to life several favorite fairy tale characters in a brand new way.
Featuring the talents of local youths from seventh to 12th grades, KIDSTAGE reinvents the story of the baker and his wife as they learn they’ve been cursed by the witch next door and are sent on an adventure to gather the special objects to break the spell that will allow them to have a child.
Although many wishes are granted, these characters begin to understand that the consequences of their actions and desires may return to haunt them later, with disastrous results. What begins as a lively fantasy becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children.
Originally conceived for 17 actors, the KIDSTAGE TeenSelect production boasts a cast of 29. Read more
Two local sopranos star in opera ‘Figaro’
December 29, 2008
Two local musicians play starring roles in Lyric Opera Northwest’s first production of the new year, one of the most beloved operas of all time — “Le nozze di Figaro, Ossia la Folle Giornata” (“The Marriage of Figaro,” or “The Day of Madness”). Read more
A reluctant artist in demand
December 22, 2008
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Gonzalo Marino, of Klahanie, describes how the water line is too low in one of his earliest paintings based on a famous painting. PHotos by David Hayes
Call him the reluctant artist. Unlike most painters, Gonzalo Marino finds it almost too painful to bear parting with his finished works.
“I put so many hours into making them, I grow attached to them and don’t want to let them go,” he said. “I put them on the Web, asking outrageous prices, like $50,000 for one, or 5 million Euros for another.”
So, for now, Marino’s hobby adorns only the walls of his Klahanie home. However, the 54-year-old son of a Columbian immigrant made the mistake of letting others see his work. Now, word has gotten out about his fairly unique style, creating a demand.
Through his research, Marino discovered only a handful of painters in the world who use clay as their medium, and he may be the only one using modeling clay strictly for abstracts, landscapes and city scenics. Read more
Try a taste of Korea in the heart of downtown
December 22, 2008
Should you decide to go to Sa Rang Chae for the lunch special, bring a good appetite. This Korean restaurant doesn’t hold back on the portions.
Art students go EAST
December 15, 2008
August Moon: Friendly, fresh and flavorful
December 15, 2008
The August Moon restaurant, in Pine Lake Village on the Sammamish Plateau, is within easy driving distance of Issaquah and well worth a visit. Its traditional Chinese fare is well-prepared and moderately priced, and it is certain to satisfy that craving for cashew chicken.
Or any of dozens of other dishes, for that matter. August Moon’s extensive menu covers it all — pork, poultry, seafood, vegetables, beef, noodles, tofu, rice and soup — with prices hovering around $10 and nothing over $15. Read more
Ready for a new experience
December 8, 2008
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Skyline High School sophomore Brennan Bartel, one of 15 musicians chosen to participate in the Experience: The Band project, practices on his guitar . Contributed
Jimi Hendrix gave us one of rock’s most classic albums, “The Jimi Hendrix Experience.” Later, the city of Seattle built one of the most unique museums, The Experience Music Project, in tribute to its native son. Read more
‘Nutcracker’ fills the season with wonderment
December 8, 2008
Pacific Northwest Ballet Co. dancers and PNB School students in ‘Nutcracker.’ Photo by Angela Sterling.
Whether you’re an annual viewer, an occasional ticket holder or a newcomer, young or old, the Pacific Northwest Ballet’s “Nutcracker” is a feast of wonderment for the eyes and ears.
This year’s 25th anniversary production is no exception. McCaw Hall itself drips with holiday magic and the possibility that makes this season so bright.
But it’s truly the performers who bring “Nutcracker” to life.It’s hard not to feel wonderment as the rich costumes and sets fill the stage and as Clara’s dreams transport her to other worlds.
It’s a timeless story created by PNB Founding Artistic Director Kent Stowell and world-famous children’s author and illustrator Maurice Sendak (“Where the Wild Things Are”) that will have Seattle’s “Nutcracker” celebrating its 1,000 performance Christmas Eve. Read more
