On July 16, the Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department hosted a free VBGIGS (Virginia Beach Globally Inspired Gatherings) event in the ViBe Creative District, celebrating Philippine culture through music, dance and martial arts.
The Philippine Cultural Center of Virginia, Philippine Rondalla Ensemble of Virginia, School of Creative and Performing Arts and Kuntaw Filipino Martial Arts performed in front of crowds during the ViBe Creative District’s third Saturday weekend markets.
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Summer’s here, and the fountain is flowing in Town Center! 💦
Atop the fountain you’ll notice the “Trio of Herons.” The Trio of Herons Fountain located at the Town Center Fountain Plaza was created by artist David Turner in 2007. Three bronze herons support each other back to back atop a water feature.
Learn more about this installation, and the rest of the Virginia Beach Public Art program, at www.vbpublicart.org.
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"Prismatic Play" by Aimee Bruce
#ThrowbackThursday before you head down to the Rudee Loop at 4 p.m. this afternoon for our next Public Art Walk, check out this video from the installation of "Prismatic Play," by Aimee Bruce! 🦑
The mural, which is located on a wall on the corner of 3rd Street and Atlantic Avenue, depicts a crowd of cephalopods (octopus/squid) enjoying activities one might encounter at the Oceanfront (ie. eating pizza and ice cream, putting on sunglasses, playing with beach balls).
Bruce adds that she "represented the ever-changing beach community through the adaptive color-changing octopuses. I believe there are more positive interactions to be had as the Oceanfront becomes a more diversified, better place.”
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Bayside Middle School Artist Residency
Students from Bayside 6th Grade Campus and Bayside Middle School installed their artwork at Williams Farm Park on April 8, 2022, marking the culmination of the “Lift Up Your Voice” Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) artist residency.
The program was the result of a partnership between the Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department and VBCPS, pairing artist Kevin Orlosky with students to create public art reflective of the school and community. This is the third public art residency program with VBCPS.
To create the project, students finished one of the following phrases: “I speak for….,” “I project…” or “my voice is….” and illustrated their words on artwork shaped like megaphones, symbolizing their expressions. After being displayed in Williams Farm Park, the student’s artwork was returned to their home school.
To learn more about the VBCPS artist residency program, and the Virginia Beach Public Art program, please visit www.vbpublicart.org.
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The week just started, but it feels like a Winds-day 💨.
“Wings,” by artist Lin Emery, is a kinetic aluminum sculpture located in the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts outdoor plaza. The sculpture is over 23 feet high, with an 18 foot orbit, and moves with the breeze.
Funding for the sculpture was generously donated by Tom and Juanita Felton, lifelong art advocates. “The Sandler Center for the Performing Arts is a definitive part of Virginia Beach, and a building to house all performing arts needs a magnificent sculpture as a focal point,” said Mrs. Felton.
Learn more about this sculpture and more #VBPublicArt at www.vbpublicart.org.
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Virginia Arts Festival presents: "HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR: 'TIS THE SEASON TO SWING!
Saturday, December 4, 8pm
Sandler Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia Beach
Tickets: https://vbarts.org/holiday-spectacular
Broadway’s Nadia DiGiallonardo (Waitress, Pippin, Hair) reunites with sister Christine DiGiallonardo (My Fair Lady, Candide, Guys and Dolls) join Hampton Roads native and prominent Broadway conductor Rob Fisher (Chicago, An American in Paris) for an unforgettable holiday celebration. Fan favorites for years on public radio’s “A Prairie Home Companion,” the sisters and Rob Fisher know their way around a song and have a gift for making it fun. Featuring holiday music, from Broadway to country, and singing-in-church to classics to old-time radio, backed by a festive five-piece combo (the Festival Five) led by Rob Fisher. Guaranteed to kick off the holiday season in style and send you home humming! #vbarts
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Gateway to the Bay: Shore Drive Underpass Murals
Check out this video for a behind the scenes look at the brand new murals painted on the Route 13 Shore Drive underpass! The murals were created by Chelsea Henery and Samantha Seezox from Ham and Cheese Studio. #vbarts #vbpublicart 🎨🦀
#VBGIGS Presents "Hidden History: The Banjo"
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The Virginia Beach Cultural Affairs Department celebrated Juneteenth and the re-launch of the #VBGIGS (Globally-Inspired Gatherings) series with "Hidden History: The Banjo" on June 19, 2021 at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts Miller Studio Theatre!
A full audience was treated to a salute to freedom through expression and creativity. The 60-minute performance included an array of music, dance, and spoken word poetry from talented local artists including: Rita Cohen from Tidewater African Cultural Alliance, Corey and LaQuita Staten from Atumpan Edutainment, Bill Armstrong from Tidewater Bluegrass Music Association, Kanya Edmonds and Author Kween Yakini.
The event was directed by Brittney S. Harris and produced by The Zeiders American Dream Theater. Following the performance, WHRO Public Media’s Lisa Godley led a community discussion about African and African American Culture, the importance of reconnecting music to cultural origins, and more.
Follow Virginia Beach Arts on social media and visit www.vbgigs.com for event highlights, photos and future show announcements! #VBGIGS #vbarts
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Woodstock Skate Park Murals
In April 2021, the City of Virginia Beach's Cultural Affairs Department put out a call to artists to create skate culture-themed murals for Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation's brand new Woodstock Skate Park, which opened to the public on June 16, 2021.
Virginia Beach-based artist Brendan Tierney was selected to create the murals. Tierney, a lifelong skateboarder himself, created four mural panels located at the entrance to the skate park. The murals depict fun, colorful and skate-centric scenes that also highlight beach culture. Be on the lookout for a narwhal, skateboard ramp made of cheese and more! #vbarts
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Mayor Bobby Dyer, accompanied by several distinguished guests, read his Juneteenth proclamation during today’s #VBArtsOnTour performance in the ViBe Creative District! ❤️💚🖤
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A little backstage #VBArtsOnTour preview from Saint Juliens Creek Revival! Music in the ViBe Creative District from now until noon! #vbarts 🎶
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our #ThirdThursday Public Art Walk through the ViBe Creative District as well as our #VBArts on Tour pop up featuring Symphonicity! Stay tuned for more FREE performances and art tours in the future! 🎨🚶♀️🎻
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#ThirdThursday Public Art Walk- November 19th
November 14th Public Art Sketch Crawl. FREE Sketch Books!
#ShowYourArt2020: Why Arts Matter
Public Art Sketch Crawl October 17! FREE Sketching Supplies!
Public Art Sketch Crawl- Saturday, October 10 in the Rudee Loop!
#ThirdThursday Public Art Walk- Barreled and the ViBe September 24th!
"Barreled" and "Broken Current" Public Art Installation
#FBF: Zeiders Dream Theater Opens
Virginia MOCA Reopening July 11!
