Art
New Britain Youth Theater Wins Recognition and Plans Auditions for New Season
The New Britain Youth Theater (NBYT), which begins its eighth season this month with auditions for a December production of “Annie Jr.,” has also announced that it has been named “Best Children’s Theater” by Connecticut Magazine. In its September edition, Connecticut Magazine says that, After putting on three shows in its inaugural season in 2010-11, […]
Gerratana Announces Arts Funding For New Britain
Press Pool Article “Our local arts organizations are vital to the health and growth of our communities,” said Senator Terry Gerratana (D-New Britain), announcing grants that will be awarded to local arts organizations. Three New Britain organizations, the Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, the New Britain Museum of American Art and the New Britain Youth Theater are to […]
NBMAA Hosts Al Fenton Big Band at First Friday
By Olivia Jablonski Managing Editor The New Britain Museum of American Art held its first, First Friday of the summer season on July 1st, bringing in live musicians, local artisans, and local vendors for food and drink tastings for guests of the extravagant event. The Museum featured central Connecticut-based, Al Fenton Big Band, who performed […]
The NBMAA Exhibits 13th Biennial Floral Expressions Show
By Olivia Jablonski Managing Editor Sixteen floral arrangements inspired by select pieces in the museum’s permanent collection went on display Thursday, June 16 at the New Britain Museum of American Art. The arrangements were created by members of the New Britain Garden Club, and the National Council accredited judges from the Federated Garden Clubs of […]
Salvador Dali at New Britain Museum of American Art
By Olivia Jablonski, Managing Editor A showcase of works done by one of the most celebrated and influential artist of all time, Salvador Dali, is currently in exhibition mode at the New Britain Museum of American Art. The exhibition is titled “The Cycle of Life in Print by Salvador Dali” and held an opening reception […]