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The Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition, “I AM (Here)” by Michael Lee Crook will be held at the John B. Davis Gallery in the Fine Arts Building. The opening reception is scheduled for Monday, March 15, 2010 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The Exhibition will be on display from March 16 – April 2, 2010. This event is free and open to the public. The John B. Davis Gallery hours are Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The gallery is located in the Fine Arts Building # 11 on the campus of Idaho State University or you can visit us on line at HYPERLINK "http://www.isu.edu/art/galleries.shtml" \t "_blank" www.isu.edu/art/galleries.shtml. For more information please contact Amy Jo Popa at 282-3341. Michael Lee Crook grew up on a farm in Star Valley Wyoming. He met his wife, Emily, in Laramie while attending the University of Wyoming. They have two daughters, ages two and four. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Wyoming in 2006. ... WHEN & WHERE: March 16, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Idaho State University Pond Student Union, Bengal Theater HOW: Free and open to the public. WHO: - Following the film our speaker will engage the audience in Q&A and a “talk back” session. It’s under our feet and under our fingernails, but what is it? And how did it get there? Inspired by William Bryant Logan’s acclaimed book "Dirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth," find out how industrial farming, mining and urban development have led us toward cataclysmic droughts, starvation, floods and climate change. Dirt is a part of everything we eat, drink and breathe. Which is why we should stop treating it like, well … dirt. Presented by Idaho State University, Idaho Public Television, and the Independent Television Service Lynn Allen Idaho Regional Outreach Coordinator Community Cinema 1908 Norcrest Drive Boise ID 83705 208-345-4453 A free monthly screening series, Community Cinema features... 
Free for ISU students and their families, $10 per family or $3 per person.
What happens when you get a Master’s degree in Oceanography? You become a national children’s entertainer, of course! After working and teaching (and playing lots of music) on a marine research vessel, Shana Smith decided to take a leap of faith and formalize her creative talents in singing and songwriting. Shana discovered and developed her incredible joy of writing songs for children first as a touring folk musician when children were in the audience, and then on the grounds of her mother’s preschool. Over the years, she became nationally known as “Shana Banana” and earned a reputation as one of today’s top children’s entertainers, with a voice that still delves into blues, jazz, and folk as well.
Performing at major festivals and performing arts centers across the United States, Shana Banana has earned many prestigious... 
By Jenny Hopkins jhopkins@journalnet.com POCATELLO — Country singer/songwriter James Otto will make a tour stop in Pocatello Friday night to perform some of his fan’s favorite songs, including “Since You Brought It Up” and “Just Got Started Lovin’ You." Otto will perform at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 12 at the Stephens Performing Art Center Jensen Grand Concert Hall at Idaho State University in Pocatello. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for guests, $10 for faculty and staff, and $5 for ISU students with I.D. Call 282 – 3595, or go to www.isu.edu/tickets, the Stephens Center box office, or Vickers Western Stores. Otto’s debut album, “Sunset Man” debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart and it’s first single, “Just Got Started Lovin’ You” was the most played single of 2008 on country radio and Billboard’s No. 1 Hot Country Song of 20... 
By Jenny Hopkins jhopkins@journalnet.com POCATELLO — The Los Angeles Guitar Quartet will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. this Saturday, March 13 in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall of the Stephens Performing Art Center at Idaho State University. Their second recording for Telarc International, “LAGQ’s Guitar Heroes,” won a Grammy in 2005. They have been performing for more than 25 years, and they have established themselves as the masters of the classics, as well as the creators of the unique syntheses of world-music and contemporary styles that have made the “LAGQ-sound” a favorite around the world. Members John Dearman, Matt Greif, William Kanengiser and Scott Tennant each have extensive musical backgrounds. Dearman is the Director of Guitar Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, Greif is trained in many guitar styles inclduing classical, jazz, rock and bluegrass. Kanengiser is one of the few guitarists... 
Submitted story Ryan Pelton, widely regarded as one of the world’s best Elvis tribute artists, will perform in Blackfoot March 10 and in Idaho Falls March 11. Pelton has been entertaining audiences all over the United States and on four continents, performing with the Las Vegas Production Show “Legends in Concert.” He also starred in movies including “Hound Dog” with Dakota Fanning, and appeaed in commercials as Elvis. He is the only tribute artist to have been booked to perform at at Graceland, Elvis Presley’s home in Memphis, Tennessee. Ryan’s chronological tribute to the King of Rock-n-Roll starts out with songs from the mid 1950’s such as “Heartbreak Hotel” and “Don’t Be Cruel.” From there, the show moves on to the Movie Career of Elvis. Ryan performs many of the recognizable hits from this era including “Teddy Bear,” “Blue Hawaii” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love". The second half of the... 
Old Town Pocatello First Friday Art Walk March 5, 2010 Plan to spend Friday night in Historic Old Town! Galleries and local businesses will have new artwork on display. Participating downtown businesses and restaurants open extended hours and parking is free! Mind Your Body 234 S. Main will show original photography and handcrafted earrings by Amberlee and James Rich. Carolyn Zweigart will present Scentsy, a wickless fragrance system. Mini massages, Yoga and Pilates demonstrations. ERA The Brokerage 158 S. Main will feature the creative “Washer Wear” jewelry designs by artist Karen Miller. Vinyl Perk 155 S. Main will host the First Annual Employee Art Show featuring original works from baristas Morgan Stinson, Rachael Warnock, Brandon Skoumal and the owner’s children. Also showcased will be work by Pocatello High School pottery students of teacher Robin Gray. New Dawn Gallery 357 W. Center will show The Walt Osborn Collection: 40 years of fine art including original paintings,... 
Pocatello, ID – The Idaho State Civic Symphony will be holding its second annual Family Concert on Thursday, March 4th at 7 pm. Pre-concert activities will be starting at 5:30 pm. The Symphony will be performing Tubby the Tuba for the concert. Tubby the Tuba has been translated into more than 30 languages and played by every major orchestra in the world. It has been used as a clue in The New York Times crosswords, made into two films, and narrated by a galaxy of stars. The Symphony is very excited to bring this outstanding musical presentation to the families and children of our community. The winners of the Idaho State Civic Symphony’s Young Artist Competition held on January 16, 2010 will also be performing for the Family Concert. The winner for the Senior Division is Audrey Grover and the Junior Division winner is Logan Anderson. Pre-concert activities for the concert will start at 5:30 pm and are being sponsored by Mindmatters Learning & Counseling LLC and the Pocatello... 
Idaho State Journal art and entertainment editor Jenny Hopkins recently interviewed Grammy award winning singer/songwriter Colbie Caillat. Caillat will be performing at the Idaho State University Stephens Performing Art Center on Saturday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. The show is sold out. Here is the text of the interview. Jen: Congrats on recent Grammy win! How did that feel? Colbie Caillat: It felt wonderful, but, ya now, it’s only hitting me now. I remember that I got one, or that I got two, but I mean, my dad has a Grammy, he’s had it since the 70s and I’ve seen it, growing up in my house my whole life, so I’ve always wanted a Grammy some day and now I have one, it’s just, it’s not real, it’s amazing. Jen: Since your dad was a producer, it seems like you have been in music all your life. When did you start playing the piano and guitar? Colbie Caillat: That I was very late with because I was a very lazy teenager that didn’t care. I’ve been singing since... 
By Jenny Hopkins jhopkins@journalnet.com POCATELLO — They have performed at many major Celtic and folk festivals around the world, and soon they will be performing in Pocatello. American Celtic band Solas will be in concert with the Teton Chamber Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 6 in the Jensen Grand Concert Hall of the Stephens Performing Art Center in Pocatello. Tickets are $32 for the main level and $28 for the upper level. Solas has received much critical acclaim since being formed in 1996. They were called one of the “world’s finest Celtic-folk ensembles” by the Washington Post, and The Philadelphia Inquirer said they make “mind-blowing Irish folk music, maybe the world’s best.” The five members — Seamus Egan, Winifred Horan, Mick McAuley, Eamon McElholm and Máiréad Phelan — have performed at the National Folk Festival, Milwaukee’s Irish fest,... 
POCATELLO — The Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition, “All the Things I Can See from Here” by Kristin Plucar will be held at the John B. Davis Gallery in the Fine Arts Building. The opening reception is scheduled for Monday, March 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Exhibition will be on display from March 2 – 12. This event is free and open to the public. The John B. Davis Gallery hours are Monday - Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The gallery is located in the Fine Arts Building # 11, on the campus of Idaho State University or you can visit us on line at www.isu.edu/art/galleries.shtml. For more information please contact Amy Jo Popa at 282-3341. Kristin Plucar is originally from the Midwest. Plucar grew up in Wisconsin in various small towns and cities. Her favorite years were spent along Lakes Michigan and Superior. Plucar moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota to attend college at the University of Minnesota and received a B.A. in the Studio Arts with an emphasis in ceramics. She now considers the Minneapolis... ISU Campus February 26th, 2010. POCATELLO — A multidisciplinary conference, The Art of Gender in Everyday Life VII, will take place at Idaho State University on Feb. 26. In addition to sessions, the conference will include: a keynote, “ Sexual fluidity: New perspectives on Female Sexuality,” by Dr. Lisa M. Diamond, is Associate Professor of Psychology and Gender Studies at the University of Utah., on the evening of Friday, February 26; a Friday, February 26, lunchtime talk, “The impact of Viagra on men, then women, then men” by ISU faculty member, Dr. Nicole Prause; and a screening of LUNAFEST on Thursday, February 25, at 8 p.m. in the Bengal Theater. All conference sessions and keynote are FREE and open to the public. We encourage people to drop by for as much or as little of the conference as they like. A complete list of conference sessions, schedules, and other details can be found on our website at www.isu.edu/andersoncenter During our... POCATELLO — The Idaho State University Wind Esemble and Concert Band will be performing in Jensen Grand Concert Hall at the Stephens Performing Art Center. Special guest soloist for the evening will be Ronald Barron, recently retired Principal Trombonist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Mr. Barron will be performing the German romantic Concertino by Ferdinand David, and Annie Laurie by Arthur Pryor accompanied by the wind ensemble. The ISU Bands graciously acknowledges the support of the Idaho State Civic Symphony and the ISU Cultural Affairs Council in the support of Mr. Barron’s appearance. In conjunction with his solo appearance, Mr. Barron will also be teaching a Low Brass Masterclass on Thursday evening in the Fine Arts Building on campus. The masterclass will be held in the choir room (FA 110) of the Fine Arts Building on the ISU campus from 6:30-8:30 PM. There is no cost for attending the masterclass, and... 
By Jenny Hopkins jhopkins@journalnet.com POCATELLO — The Idaho State University Pond Student Union Ballroom is the place to be Monday night to catch three of rock radio’s most popular bands. Theory of a Deadman, Halestorm and Adelitas Way will be performing there beginning at 6:30 p.m. Theory of a Deadman, or TOAD, as they often called, have achieved success with their three albums, the self-titled 2002 release, 2005’s “Gasoline” and the most recent, “Scars and Souvenirs,” released in 2008. The band has had five top ten hits on the Hot Mainstream Rock Track, including “Bad Girlfriend,” which reached the number one position. Other popular songs by TOAD are “No Surprise,” “All or Nothing,” “Wait For Me,” “So Happy,” and “Little Smirk.” “Scars and Souvenirs” was certified gold in 200... Legend, tradition, and celebration have driven people to sing and dance since the beginning of time. The International Folk Dance Ensemble honors these rich traditions from a myriad of cultures throughout the world. The group’s most recent production, “Reflections,” can be seen at the Marsh Valley Performing Arts Center in Arimo on February 20th, at 7:00 p.m. Using vibrant costumes true to the cultures represented, exciting choreography, and great music from their live band, this group takes its audience on an around the world celebration in an hour and a half, presenting dances from more than a dozen nations, including Ukraine, Russia, Korea, Poland, Mexico, and the United States. Their repertoire includes many unique pieces such as exotic Indian dances, harmonic Croatian songs, and Hungarian men’s slapping dances. “Audiences will be very familiar with some of the dance styles presented in the program,” said Edwin G. Austin, artistic director of the ensemble. “... 
POCATELLO – In what could be the first of several reunion concerts, Idaho State University’s KISU-FM is presenting the “Sons of Idaho” Saturday, Feb. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Beverly B. Bistline Thrust Theatre in the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center in Pocatello. The concert, which is being billed as a fundraiser for the 10-year-old KISU public radio station, will feature three former ISU students that have all made their own mark in the world. KISU general manager Jerry Miller says it should be an unforgettable night. "We've got three former ISU students going onstage that already have a great chemistry together, and they're going to draw the audience right in with them,” Miller said. The “Sons of Idaho” are made up of former students Louis Valentine Johnson, an acclaimed classical guitarist who makes his home in California; John Hansen, a well-known folk and blues guitarist who performs mainly in the Intermountain Region; and T. L. "Les" Purce,... Old Town Pocatello First Friday Art Walk February 5, 2010 Plan to spend Friday night in Historic Old Town! Galleries and local businesses will have new artwork on display. Meet the artists and listen to live music. Participating downtown businesses and restaurants open extended hours and parking is free! Mind Your Body S. Main will show ceramics, paintings and prints by Sandra Holbrook. Homemade soaps by Tashina. Beaded watches by Kamber Peck. Ukranian food by Lenna. Mini massages, Yoga and Pilates demonstrations. ERA The Brokerage 158 S. Main will host Sarah Herzog’s stained glass jewelry while Steve Herzog demonstrates glass bead making. Enjoy the music of Twisted Deuce Band. Vinyl Perk 150 S. Main “Lips and Hearts” are coming to Vinyl Perk! Paintings by Lori Skoumal Reeves, vintage record album art, and an interactive display guaranteed to make you smile. Live music from Blind Autumn, who packed the place in November. The Whitman Hotel S. Main will feature Sculpture... 
POCATELLO – The Idaho State University Pond Student Union will host a lecture and presentation by visiting artist Cerese Vaden at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, in the Pond Student Union Wood River Room. Vaden’s presentation will be followed by an opening reception for her work on display in the Pond Student Union Transition Gallery at 7 p.m. Her artwork will be on display in the Transition Gallery through Feb. 24. Vaden graduated from Idaho State University with her Bachelor of Fine Art Degree in 1996 before going to receive her Master of Fine Arts Degree in painting/printmaking from Utah State University. She is now an associate professor of art at the University of Arizona. Vaden says that her work “combines imagery that explores both my rural western upbringing and the cultural, social, and environmental issues that currently plague the region.” For more information, contact Corinne McCullough at (208) 282-3451 or email mccucori@isu.edu. 
Enter the experience of the Stephens Performing Arts Center as Theatre/Dance ISU presents a compelling evening of diverse dance works. This year, ISU Dance in Concert will feature a blend of various types of dance ranging from Ballet and Modern to Hip Hop and Jazz. Don’t miss your opportunity to journey into the imagination of some of Pocatello’s most creative choreographers and dancers. Under the direction of Josephine Garibaldi, the Dance Department is flourishing into a well-rounded program. Josephine hails from Tacoma, WA where she owned and operated BearFoot dance studios. Other choreographers include, ISU Dance Instructors Molly Jorgensen, Paul Zmolek, Sergio Brindusa, and Hilary Johnson, Bengal Dance Director. The performance opens Thursday, February 18th at 7:30pm in the Rogers Black Box Theatre. You can also catch a performance Friday and Saturday, February 19th and 20th as well as an encore weekend, February 25th through... 
By Jenny Hopkins They were recently voted “The Next Big Thing from Utah” by listeners of rock radio station "The Blaze" 97.5 FM , and on Thursday they will be making a stop in Pocatello to perform at The Icon before embarking on a Northwest tour. Fans of the five-piece Ogden based band Fire in the Skies think they are the Utah band most likley to ‘make it,' which would add their name to a growing list that already includes The Used and Royal Bliss. Ironically, the band members did not know they were even in the contest. Mark, the bands bass player heard that they had won through a friend. Brad, vocalist for the group and Mark’s brother, acredits the win to hard work and appreciation for the fans. “Every band needs to be given a shot,” said Brad, “We show up to every show with all of our bells and whistles just ready to play. We actually come in and hang out with the fans.” Fire in the Skies recently worked with producer Matt Winegar to produce their first... 
“ The Playboy of the Western World” Revived! Bilyeu Theatre –Frazier Hall February 5th and 6th @ 7:30pm Theatre/Dance ISU is reviving its production of The Playboy of the Western World. The Irish comedy was chosen as a showcase production at this year’s Rocky Mountain Theatre Association’s Festival (RMTA) in Helena, MT. Each year, the festival chooses among it entries for a performance to showcase for the participants at the festival. In addition to the show’s success, there were three individual acting nominations awarded to Natalie Keezer, for her portrayal of Widow Quinn, Mychal Lowman as Christy Mahon and Dusty Heyrend as Old Mahon. In preparation for the festival, the entire cast and crew have revived the production in the Bilyeu Theatre of Frazier Hall and are hard at work rehearsing. In order to “take the show on the road,” Theatre/Dance ISU is in desperate need of travel funds for not only... 
LIVE IN CONCERT COLBIE CAILLAT February 27th – 7:30 p.m. Idaho State University’s Stephens Performing Arts Center POCATELLO- Idaho State University will present COLBIE CAILLAT in concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 27, in the Joseph C. and Cheryl H. Jensen Grand Concert Hall in the L. E. and Thelma H. Performing Arts Center. Caillat, the platinum-plus, award winning singer/songwriter recently released her sophomore album BREAKTHROUGH, which hit the top spot on the iTunes Album chart, making Caillat one of the few female artists to have both her debut (COCO) and follow up albums #1 on the popular digital music destination. Her new hit single, “Fallin For You”, the first single of the new album, is getting a big thumbs up from friends and critics in high places from People Magazine and Billboard, to Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift, who are Twittering about the song’s infectious melody and lyrics. ... 
Pocatello, ID - Join the Idaho State Civic Symphony on Friday, February 12th at 7:30 pm for "Love and Levis" featuring the internationally renowned Ahn Trio. The Ahn Trio will perform the western US premiere of "March of the Gypsy Fiddler" by fiddle virtuoso and composer Mark O'Connor. The Symphony will also perform "Billy the Kid", Aaron Copland's evocative description of the vast plains of the American West. Don't miss a wonderful Valentine Dinner with your special someone in the Rotunda prior to the concert. The dinner will consist of Prime Rib of Beef and/or Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna with Organic Spring Mix Salad and Balsamic Vinaigrette, Garlic Whipped Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Rolls and Gem State Chocolate Mousse Cake with a Blackberry Garnish. The cost of the meal is $40 per person with a start time of 5:30 pm. Reservations require a prepayment by check to The Symphony 921 S 8th Ave Stop 8099 Pocatello ID 83209, by credit card to 234-1587 or email HYPERLINK... 
By Bob Devine Failure is a pretty strong word, I know. Don’t get me wrong; I liked “Avatar." I really did. I, too, sat mesmerized and hypnotized as the luscious scenery worked its way across the screen and the vibrant rich colors and exotic animals and the “semi-cat” natives of Pandora rallied their defenses. What’s not to like? It was an awesome 3-D experience. But something has been bubbling up toward the surface of my consciousness since watching “Avatar” over the holidays and I haven’t been able to completely place what it is until now. I’m not even sure I have it quite yet, but I’m at least ready to talk about it in hopes that it will work its way out of my system. Along with what was right about it, there was something wrong with “Avatar.” There, I said it. “Avatar” was anything but an original experience, even while having the dressings, or better yet,... 
The 22nd Annual Idaho State University Jazz Fest will be held on Saturday, February 6th in Jensen Grand Concert Hall, which is located in the Stephens Performing Arts Center on the Idaho State University campus. Tickets for this 7:30 PM evening concert, featuring the ISU Jazz I Big Band and guest soloist Andy Martin, are $10 for general public, $5 for ISU faculty and staff, $3 for pre-college students, and free to all ISU students. Daytime events are open and free to all. This year’s Jazz Fest clinician and guest soloist is trombonist Andy Martin (drewbone@aol.com). Andy has long been one of L.A.’s first call trombonists for commercial recordings, television and motion pictures, and live theater. He has contributed on albums for many popular artists, including the Pussycat Dolls, Coldplay, and Michael Buble. His television credits include every major awards show: the Grammys, the Emmys, the Academy Awards, the Golden Globes and the Screen Actors Guild Awards. He has also appeared regularly... |
