The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
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LilySilly Puppets: The Chicken Show – performed by A Couple of Puppets
LilySilly Puppets: The Chicken Show – performed by A Couple of Puppets
Henrietta, the singing chicken longs to be a star on Broadway but the Mean Ol’ Farmer is going to put her in a stew if she doesn’t produce an egg by morning. Find out how Henrietta, with the help of her friends learns to believe in herself to make her dreams come true.
Special guest artist, Liz Joyce from A Couple of Puppets is coming to town! She’s a master puppeteer and winner of an UNIMA citation, the highest award in American Puppetry! Written, created and performed by Liz Joyce & A Couple of Puppets. Directed by Terry Snyder. Music by Ken Hopson & Liz Joyce
Puppet Series @ The Cherry
We produce an annual series of puppet shows for families. Shows are the first Saturday of every month at 10:30 am at The Cherry Artspace (102 Cherry St., Ithaca NY). Special events may be in other locations. The series runs from September through June. Here is the schedule for 2022 -23. Tickets are $12 Adult, $8 ages 3-18, < 2 free. Tickets are free for participants of the Big Brother Big Sister program. Half priced tickets for anyone with an EBT card (or equivalent).
*Some shows have free workshops afterwards – these are free and open to anyone, even if you did not get a ticket to the show.*
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
April 6, 20241:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Cherry Gallery, 130 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
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Art Hive
Art Hive
April 7, 202412:30 pm - 3:30 pm Ithaca Arthaus, 130 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
About Open Art Hive
Open Art Hive is hosted at Cherry Arts Studio 1st and 3rd Sundays 1-3pm. It's co-run by art therapists, artists, Arthaus residents and community participants. All are welcome! Materials provided. Bring your ideas, bring your skills to share. See you there!
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
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Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
April 13, 20241:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Cherry Gallery, 130 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
Lilypad Puppets: Parade Puppet Workshop! (Day 1 of 2)
Lilypad Puppets: Parade Puppet Workshop! (Day 1 of 2)
April 13th 3:30-5:30pm & April 14th 1-3pm (both dates needed to finish your creation)
At The Cherry Gallery – 130 Cherry St, Ithaca.
We will have another round of workshops on Sept 28 & 29 at 1-3pm if you can’t make the April dates.
Make your own lightweight giant parade puppet in this 2 part workshop with Lily (Silly) Gershon – director of Lilypad Puppet Theatre.
These puppets are very light – even kids can wear them and dance around. This workshops is intended for adults or older kids. Kids are welcome to come but will need an adult to assist them.
We will be using cardboard to create a base for our puppet head, then adding details and paper mache. We will create hands (or paws/claws/fins depending), hair, and accessories out of reclaimed materials. We will then mount our puppet on a wooden pole that sits inside a backpack. We will choose costumes for our puppets (with the option to make your own if there is time).
Everyone will be invited to come parade with Lilypad Puppet Theatre! (details on parade times TBA)
Limited Space – please do buy tickets in advance as we only have room for about 15. $15 – $25 (No one will be turned away due to lack of funds, just get in touch!)
The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
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Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
April 14, 20241:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Cherry Gallery, 130 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
—Arthur Bucknor
Lilypad Puppets: Parade Puppet Workshop! (Day 2 of 2)
Lilypad Puppets: Parade Puppet Workshop! (Day 2 of 2)
April 13th 3:30-5:30pm & April 14th 1-3pm (both dates needed to finish your creation)
At The Cherry Gallery – 130 Cherry St, Ithaca.
We will have another round of workshops on Sept 28 & 29 at 1-3pm if you can’t make the April dates.
Make your own lightweight giant parade puppet in this 2 part workshop with Lily (Silly) Gershon – director of Lilypad Puppet Theatre.
These puppets are very light – even kids can wear them and dance around. This workshops is intended for adults or older kids. Kids are welcome to come but will need an adult to assist them.
We will be using cardboard to create a base for our puppet head, then adding details and paper mache. We will create hands (or paws/claws/fins depending), hair, and accessories out of reclaimed materials. We will then mount our puppet on a wooden pole that sits inside a backpack. We will choose costumes for our puppets (with the option to make your own if there is time).
Everyone will be invited to come parade with Lilypad Puppet Theatre! (details on parade times TBA)
Limited Space – please do buy tickets in advance as we only have room for about 15. $15 – $25 (No one will be turned away due to lack of funds, just get in touch!)
The Cherry Artists’ Collective is proud to present the US- and English-language première of Carbon, by Pier Lorenzo Pisano (Italy). In a suspenseful dialogue, a man is questioned by an investigator and, with humor and enthusiasm, their conversation explores what it means to be human in the infinity of the universe. Carbon also features an Ithaca connection to the Golden Records sent up in the Voyager spacecraft, which were curated by Ithaca’s Carl Sagan.
Explore the creative potential of movement and physicality through this exploration of physical theatre with Robin Guiver. These sessions will draw from Robin’s own training in Lecoq-based actor created theatre, and his professional experience over nearly two decades in film and theatre, to move through theatrical territories, and look at the building blocks of making work that begins with movement. Through games, exercises and play we will work as an ensemble to discover different artistic starting points as storytellers, and discuss how each might be used to develop an idea.
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Jay Leeming: Stories from 1001 Nights
Jay Leeming: Stories from 1001 Nights
April 19, 20247:30 pm - 9:00 pm The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
STORIES FROM "ONE THOUSAND AND ONE NIGHTS"
Friday, April 19th, 7:30 - 9 PM The Cherry Artspace, 102 Cherry Street, Ithaca
Storytelling by Jay Leeming Music by the Calliope Chorus
For more info and to book: http://www.jayleeming.com/events.html Come enter the labyrinthine story-world of One Thousand and One Nights, in which the courageous woman Scheherazade confronts an evil king through the power of storytelling, bringing to life a world of magic fish, evil spirits and epic journeys which themselves are dazzling riffs on the issues of power, gender and magic which we wrestle with still.
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Workshop: Anyone can Mime
Workshop: Anyone can Mime
April 20, 202410:00 am - 12:00 pm The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Workshop: Anyone can Mime (as part of the Cornell Mime for Math Awareness Month)
Want to try your hand at mime? Join Tanya and Tim Chartier, professionally trained by Marcel Marceau, in this engaging, interactive workshop. Learn mime illusions such as the wall, opening a door, and tug of war. Also, learn techniques taught to the Chartiers in master classes with Marcel Marceau including conventions of character which display emotions such as joy, anger and fear. Soon, you will be making the visible out of the invisible!
Participants should wear comfortable clothing that allows for a range of movement.
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
April 20, 20241:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Cherry Gallery, 130 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
—Arthur Bucknor
Performance: Mime-matics
Performance: Mime-matics
April 20, 20242:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Performance: Mime-matics (as part of the Cornell Mime for Math Awareness Month) Saturday April 20, 2-4pm With Tanya and Tim Chartier
Encounter math through the entertaining style of “Mimematics.” Mime performers Tim and Tanya Chartier delve into mathematical concepts such as estimation, tiling, and infinity while creating illusions of an invisible wall, wearing a mask covered with geometric shapes, or pulling on an invisible rope. The Chartiers have trained in master classes with world-renowned mime artist Marcel Marceau and at Le Centre du Silence mime school. Come and enjoy a show seen in Japan, the Netherlands, South Korea, Panama, and throughout the United States.
Following the performance, audience will be invited to stay for a short Q&A and family-friendly workshop.
In this workshop, Lily and Matt of Lilypad Puppet Theatre will share techniques and tricks for making a fun and dynamic shadow puppet performance. Learn how to bring paper shadows to life and use them for effective storytelling. Inspired by the famous work of Richard Bradshaw, we’ve used strings, wires and colors to surprise and delight the audience.
First there will be a short performance, demonstrating tricks and manipulation techniques for shadow puppets. We will show you some examples such as 3-piece puppets that create fluid movement, puppets that can change expression, and puppets with hidden pieces. Then, everyone will make their own puppets with detailed directions and templates, which they will be able to take home. We will learn how to make shadow shows more dynamic by introducing interesting movement and surprising elements as well as encouraging creative use of materials.
Finally, we will focus on performance skills and visual storytelling to create original short shadow scenes. With coaching, and feedback on puppet manipulation, we can make these shadows come alive.
Art Hive
Art Hive
April 21, 202412:30 pm - 3:30 pm
About Open Art Hive
Open Art Hive is hosted at Cherry Arts Studio 1st and 3rd Sundays 1-3pm. It's co-run by art therapists, artists, Arthaus residents and community participants. All are welcome! Materials provided. Bring your ideas, bring your skills to share. See you there!
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
Explore the creative potential of movement and physicality through this exploration of physical theatre with Robin Guiver. These sessions will draw from Robin’s own training in Lecoq-based actor created theatre, and his professional experience over nearly two decades in film and theatre, to move through theatrical territories, and look at the building blocks of making work that begins with movement. Through games, exercises and play we will work as an ensemble to discover different artistic starting points as storytellers, and discuss how each might be used to develop an idea.
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Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
April 27, 20241:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Cherry Gallery, 130 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
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Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
Arthur Bucknor: Hindrance & Flow
April 28, 20241:00 pm - 5:00 pm The Cherry Gallery, 130 Cherry St, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
Hindrance and Flow (Inheriting the Sculptural Idiom) is a solo exhibition of works by Ithaca-based artist Arthur Bucknor. Bucknor is the son of celebrated Ghanaian painter Kobina Bucknor, and Arthur grew up living in both Ithaca and Ghana. Bucknor senior’s paintings channeled the three-dimensional language used by traditional Ghanaian wood carvers. He called the process the “sculptural idiom”, and his work has profoundly inspired and influenced Arthur’s.
The paintings in this show reflect Arthur’s life-long exploration of his father’s technique, but more than that they tell the story of a profound and traumatic reinvention of his own artistic practice. In 2010 Bucknor suffered a traumatic brain tumor that left him without the use of his dominant (left) hand, and needing to use a wheelchair for mobility.
The unexpected loss of control forced Bucknor to relearn the basic mechanisms of painting as well as living. Though full of struggle, Bucknor’s journey of reinvention became transformative. He describes his right hand, initially weakened by the trauma, emerging as a newly-freed vessel of expression, infusing newfound fluidity and emotion into his paintings.
“The more challenging the piece, the more fun it is. … Hindrance is mostly opportunity. … Initially, the pain showed in the paintings … but after a while, I learned to roll with the flow.”
