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December 12, 2010

Art Review: Whitney show is simply compelling

Surrealism developed in the 1920s following the ideas of Sigmund Freud and the raucous art objects of the Dada movement. With its emphasis on self-expression, internal conflict, subconscious motivation and personal symbolism, Surrealism is easily seen as the movement that most influenced the American view of art. One of surrealism’s greatest American ambassadors was Joseph […]
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December 12, 2010

Exhibit features expressions in wood by Maine sculptors

ROCKPORT — Messler Gallery at the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship presents “Contemporary Maine Wood Sculpture” through April 8. This exhibition explores the breadth of expression achieved by contemporary sculptors who live in Maine and work with wood. Pieces include an installation of beech switches and jute by Barbara Andrus, Frederick Lynch’s minimalistic works and Tom […]
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December 12, 2010

Society Notebook: Feeling ‘the spirit of what was’

‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ is the decor at the Victoria Mansion, done up to the nines for its 26th annual gala and beyond.
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December 12, 2010

Audience Calendar

Art “Sit Down! Chairs from Six Centuries,” chair collection of American and European seating furniture from 1470 to the present, Bowdoin College (Museum of Art), Brunswick, free. 725-3275. 1 to 5 p.m. today; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. […]
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December 11, 2010

Taste & Tell: White Barn Inn’s prix fixe dinner is worth every penny

KENNEBUNK — Over the years, including the six I have been writing this column, the White Barn Inn has come up for discussions focused on money. Could its prix fixe dinner possibly be worth the price? My answer is yes. From an exultation over the lobster bisque to hallelujahs upon tasting the halibut, the venison […]

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December 11, 2010

String of purls

For acclaimed fiber artist Katharine Cobey, 2010 brings a succession of honors and accomplishments.
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December 5, 2010

Arts Dispatches

KENNEBUNK Boston String Quartet offers holiday program on Dec. 18 The Boston String Quartet will perform a new holiday program, “Christmas in Buenos Aires,” at 7 p.m. Dec. 18 at St. David’s Episcopal Church on Route 1. The Boston String Quartet, known for its unique sound and contemporary playing techniques, has collaborated with famous performers […]
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December 5, 2010

Hidden gem

World-class tenor John McVeigh felt his passion for music slipping away until a move to Portland and the discovery of a latent talent rekindled the flame.
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December 5, 2010

Holiday Arts Planner

The next two weekends offer a great variety of holiday entertainment in southern Maine. Here’s a sampling: • The Portland Symphony Orchestra launches the 2010 edition of “Magic of Christmas” at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Merrill Auditorium in Portland. “Magic” continues with 10 additional performances through Dec. 19. Maestro Robert Moody will lead the orchestra […]
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December 5, 2010

Society Notebook: In a medical mood

Outstanding local health pros are feted at the Hanley Center Honors reception.

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