Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Central Wyoming College's 07-08 Arts Events

Central Wyoming College arts facility, the Robert A. Peck Arts Center, built in 1983, boasts an almost acoustically perfect 942 seat auditorium, establishing itself as the cultural center of the region.
Intertwining Ideas -- Exhibit runs through September 23 in the RAP Gallery. Reception is September 20, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Surface Quest -- an exhibit of artists exploring what the Earth has to offer. Runs September 26-October 28. in the RAP Gallery. Reception is October 25, from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Everyman, A Fantasy Told in Dance -- October 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, at 7:30 p.m. on the Main Stage.
Guitar Duo -- Jeff Troxel and Jalan Crossland on the Main Stage at 7:30 p.m.
Jazz Night -- CWC Jazz Groups bring you instrumental and vocal jazz. 7:30 p.m. Free admission.
Type Emblem Font -- An exhibit that explores the use of everyday letters and words in unusual ways. Runs October 31-November 27. Reception November 15, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Fall Music Showcase -- November 13, 7:30 p.m., CWC's Collegiate Chorale and Concert Band will be featured.
Holiday Concert -- Sunday, December 2, 3:00 p.m.
Fall Student Music Recital -- CWC Music Students bring you a variety of solo and ensemble literature. Monday, December 10, 7:30 p.m.
A Christmal Carol -- December 7 and 8, 7:30 p.m., December 9, 2:30 p.m. and December 14 and 15, 7:30 p.m.
Auditions for Beauty and the Beast -- December 4 and 5, 6:30 p.m.
The Little Mermaid -- January 26, 7:00 p.m.
Art Faculty Exhibition -- faculty will be speaking about their work. Runs January 14-February 17. Reception is February 14, noon-1 p.m.
Jazz Night -- Jazz selections from CWC"s Touring Ensembles and the Time's-a-Wastin' Big Band, with guest artists. Friday, February 8, 7:30 p.m.
Dinner and a Concert -- Thursday, February 14
Organics -- February 21-March 30. An exhibition inspired by nature. Reception is March 6, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Beauty and the Beast -- March 7 & 8, 7:30 p.m., Sunday, March 9, 2:30 p.m., March 13, 14 & 15, 7:30 p.m.
Annual Student Art Exhibition -- April 2-30. Reception and awards at 6:00 p.m. on April 15.
Jazz Night -- Friday, April 11, 7:30 p.m.
Showcase 2008 -- An evening of short theater pieces directed and designed by students. April 25 & 26, 7:30 p.m.
Spring Showcase Concert -- April 29, 7:30 p.m. The Concert Band and Collegiate Chorale bring you an eveni9ng of music.
Mingled Slices -- an exhibit of contemporary quilts. Runs May 2-June 1.
Student Music Recital -- CWC's Music Students present a variety of solo and ensemble literature, May 4.
Riverton National Art Show -- June 3-13. Reception is June 4, 7:00 p.m. Artists from all over the nation exhibit their creations in this juried show.
Riverton Art Guild Show -- June 14-July 15. A showcase of local artists.

FMI on the Robert A. Peck Arts Center, 2660 Peck Avenue, Riverton, WY, 82501 contact these people --
Theater -- Mike Myers @ (307) 855-2217
Music -- Robert Hussa @ (307) 855-2213
Gallery -- Nita Keho-Gadway @ (307) 855-2211
Box Office -- Alec Henderson @ (307) 855-2002
Arts in Action -- Sharon Dalton @ (307) 855-2215
Tickets can be purchased by phone at (307) 855-2002 or 1-800-865-0190 or go to
tickets@cwc.edu