FC BUZZ Weekend December 6-8
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Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical
Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) MainStage
Friday Dec 6, 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Fairfield County’s award-winning professional theatre company continues its 38th season with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical. Based on the timeless and beloved film, this heartwarming musical adaptation promises to delight audiences of all ages with its uplifting story and classic songs. The production runs from December 6th through the 22nd with performances on Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. White Christmas will also have two Thursday performances on December 12th and 19th at 7pm.
A STACKED Workshop: Paint To Promo
The Norwalk Art Space
Saturday Dec 7, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Personal branding as an artist can be overwhelming. Artists’ statements, photographing your work, and managing a social media presence are just a few responsibilities outside of making good art. Learn thoughtful ways to market your work better and boost your self-promotion with helpful tips and resources for artists.
Artist Talk Exhibit Extra Extra
Flinn Gallery
Saturday Dec 7, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Creating a kind of psychology of visual experience, Palma Blank, Stephen Maine and Doreen McCarthy employ a variety of juxtapositions in their work. By questioning notions of both depth and flatness, illusion and objecthood, or gravitational force and weight, the viewer can connect imaginatively and physically with the artworks presented in Extra Extra.
Abiodun Oyewole – Founder of The Last Poets
Burroughs-Saden Library
Saturday Dec 7, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Mr. Oyewole is a founding member of the American musical spieling group, The Last Poets – originally formed a poetry reading in honor of Malcom X. The group’s message, deeply rooted in Black Nationalism, became well recognized in African American society and part of the Black Arts Movement. The Last Poets along with the artist Gil Scott-Heron are credited as having had a profound effect on the development of hip-hop music. Their spoken word albums preceded politically laced Rhythm and Blues projects, such as Marvin Gaye’s What’s Going On, and foreshadowed the work of hard-hitting rap groups like Public Enemy and Dead Prez.
Holiday Special with Kristen Young and Joe Bush
MoCA CT
Saturday Dec 7, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join Kristen Young, violin and Joe Bush, piano for a festive holiday concert that beautifully blends classical masterpieces with your favorite holiday pop tunes! They will perform innovative arrangements that challenge traditional boundaries, creating a refreshing take on seasonal favorites. From the intricate harmonies of classical pieces to the lively rhythms of contemporary hits, this concert promises a captivating blend of sound that will resonate with all.
Hot & Cool Jazz: The Jerry Bergonzi / Alan Bartus Duo
Wilton Library
Saturday Dec 7, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Wilton Library is proud to present the Jerry Bergonzi / Alan Bartus Duo with Jerry Bergonzi on sax and Alan Bartus on piano. This duo will present their original music along with American Songbook jazz standards. The collaboration between the artists began in Europe, where they performed several tours across different countries. Their unique sound creates a shapable musical process with a message whose goal is to deliver it to the listener. Each artist is given space both as a composer and as an interpreter in this duo format.
Stamford Center for the Arts
Saturday Dec 7, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Just like the original, Maria-Clara and the Nutcracker Prince go on a dream adventure battling a gang of mice, visiting the land of sweets and learning the lessons of the holiday season. Innovative digital graffiti and visuals transform the landscape of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s beloved story from traditional 19th century Germany to the vibrant, diverse sights and sounds of contemporary New York City. Through the modern, self-expressive gaze of hip hop culture, the dynamic performers of The Hip Hop Nutcracker celebrate the magic of the entire holiday season on the most inclusive holiday of them all – New Year’s Eve, a time for new beginnings.
Voices Cafe
Saturday Dec 7, 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Buffalo Rose is a charismatic six-piece modern folk/indie band from Pittsburgh, PA. They take the singer-songwriter tradition to a new level by crafting original songs which are emotive, meticulously arranged, and inspired by a world of idiosyncratic influences that never let a dull or predictable moment creep in. John Platt, of WFUV, founding of New Folk Initiative, gives a clue of what is in store: “Their sound is intoxicating - the combination of their tight string band rhythm and their supple harmonies.”
Metro Art Studios
Sunday Dec 8, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Join the artists of Metro Art Studios and guest artists for a unique holiday shopping experience on Sunday, December 8, from 12 to 4 PM. Visit three floors of studios and find affordable art, jewelry, home decor, stationery, holiday decorations, fashion, and so much more for everyone on your list. Handmade and handcrafted gifts are the best! Background Coffee is serving coffee and tea with proceeds going to childhood cancer research. Our gallery and gift shop will also be open. Visit https://www.metroartstudios.org/ for more information or call 203-450-6720. Free parking on site. ADA accessible.
An Afternoon of Opera with Stefano Russo
Fairfield Public Library
Sunday Dec 8, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mr. Russo will perform songs of the season, accompanied by pianist Jacob Wang , followed by selections from Puccini , in honor of the 100th anniversary of the Italian composer's death. There will then be a reading from Mr. Russo's latest book of poetry, Beyond the Chains of the Mind, and one final aria performed by Mr. Russo to conclude the program. Autographed books will be available for purchase.
Holiday Concert with Whim n' Rhythm, Yale's A Cappella Group
Carriage Barn Arts Center
Sunday Dec 8, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Enjoy a stunning performance by Yale’s celebrated A Capella group Whim n Rhythm, accompanied by a wine tasting with Gratsi Wines & Red Grape. Enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Carriage Barn and personalize an ornament to take home! Whim n Rythm’s repertoire includes well loved holiday classics and spans genres ranging from jazz standards to soulful ballads to pop and rock classics. Songs may include fan favorites by Fleetwood Mac and Madonna, old classics from the Beatles and Frank Sinatra, and upbeat contemporary numbers by Beyonce and Chappell Roan.
Norwalk Symphony's Joys of the Season "Holiday Pops"
Norwalk Concert Hall
Sunday Dec 8, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Don’t miss this event joined by soloists, musicians from the Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts and dancers from the New England Academy of Dance! And a visit from a jolly elf!
Stamford Center for the Arts
Sunday Dec 8, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Even in our futuristic age of AI chatbots and virtual realities, there is still nothing in the world that compares with the thrill of hearing classic genres of music, performed live by a group of exceptional singers and musicians that have truly mastered the ability to move an audience.
Fairfield County Children's Choir Winter Concert
Klein Memorial Auditorium
Sunday Dec 8, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The renowned Fairfield County Children’s Choir will kick off its 30th Anniversary Season with a “Best of the FCCC Winter Concert” on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 3 P.M. at The Klein Memorial in Bridgeport. Join us for a celebration of the holiday season that honors our legacy and supports our mission to provide all children the opportunity to participate in a musical experience that is challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable!