Springfield College William Simpson Fine Arts Series
William Simpson Fine Arts Series
Founded in 1885, Springfield College is a private, coeducational institution distinguished by its unique humanics philosophy: education of the whole person— spirit, mind and body— for leadership in service to humanity. It is internationally renowned for preparing leaders in the allied health sciences, human and social services, sports and movement activities, and the arts and sciences.Fall William Simpson Fine Arts Series
A jazz quartet concert, adventure film festival, reading by a distinguished Jewish-American poet, original drama and comedy performance, and art exhibitions will be among events in Springfield College’s fall William Simpson Fine Arts Series of visual and performing arts events open to the public free of charge. Copies of the free series poster are available by calling 748-3187.Sept. 2- Oct. 24
Art Exhibition: The Alpha & the Omega
Paintings by Bill Blizard and Tim O’Donnell
Bill Blizard’s raw snapshots of the live stage performance of blues musicians are fleeting. Computer altered and enhanced, the images send viewers’ eyes straight into the heart of each piece, restraining complexity and revealing the spirit. “Our present-day world is overflowing with complexity; therefore, I see the blues as providing, as one of its most endearing elements, a simple honesty that comes vividly into an aesthetic occasion for which there is no equal.”
- Blizard
Springfield College Blizard Gallery, Visual and Performing Arts Center
Weekdays, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Reception for artist and public: Sept. 4, 4 – 6 p.m.)
Tim O’Donnell describes his paintings as “Illusional pools of stirred-up perception melting and collecting in oil desaturated economic struggle, battling the existence and belligerence of human thought blocked . . . Painting is a result from frustration of verbal communication . . . [expressing] what cannot be said, but read as an image.”
Springfield College Blizard Gallery, Visual and Performing Arts Center
Weekdays, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Reception for artist and public: Oct. 18, 3 – 5 p.m.)
Oct. 2
Concert: Swing Caravan
Experience a range of music from jammin’ hot grooves to heartfelt intimacy as this acoustic quartet plays jazz standards in the style of the great gypsy guitarist Django Reinhardt. These fabulous musicians will have you off of your seat by the drive of the rhythm section, or relaxed by the evocative mood of vocals, and wanting more. Springfield College Marsh Memorial Chapel, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 27
Film Festival: Mountainfilm On Tour
Direct from Telluride come the best selections from the world’s premiere film festival. See extraordinary productions of various lengths about adventure sports from around the globe, glimpses of other cultures, humorous subjects, portraits of remarkable people, and wonderful scenery. This festival attracted standing-room-only crowds on its last two visits to the College and is sponsored by Prof. Carol Mitchell, the William Simpson Fine Arts Series, and the Springfield College Outing Club. Springfield College Marsh Memorial Chapel, 7 p.m.
Nov. 3 – 14
Art Exhibition: Graduating Senior Student Show
Painting, ceramics, and digital imagery reflect learning over four years in computer graphics, studio art, or art education.
Springfield College Blizard Gallery, Visual and Performing Arts Center
Weekdays, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Reception: Nov. 13, 4 – 6 p.m.)
Nov. 5
Poetry Reading: Jacqueline Osherow
One of the most distinguished Jewish-American poets writing today will read from her latest collection, The Hoopoe's Crown, exploring Jewish tradition and biblical texts in language that is down to earth, stunningly beautiful, and always intelligent. The author of five poetry books, Osherow has won many prestigious awards including The Witter Bynner Prize from the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters, and fellowships from the Guggenheim Foundation and the National Foundation for the Arts. "The most heartening American poet alive." -- Richard Howard
Book signing and refreshments following the reading.
Springfield College Marsh Memorial Chapel, 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 13 – 16
Theatre Production: Temporary Setback
Created and performed by SC Theatre
Short pieces of original drama and comedy -- developed through work with improvisation, masks, found texts, and movement for the theatre -- will be presented as "site specific" events, especially tailored to transform non-traditional spaces into unexpected theatres.
Locations at Springfield College and times to be announced.
Nov. 17 – Dec. 19
Art Exhibition: Graduate Art Therapy Show
Painting, ceramics, and digital imagery reflect learning over four years in art therapy.
Springfield College Blizard Gallery, Visual and Performing Arts Center
Weekdays, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Reception: Nov. 20, 4 – 6 p.m.)
Nov. 21, 22, 23
Dance Concert
Location at Springfield College and times to be announced.
Dec. 4
Annual Holiday Music Concert: Springfield College Singers and Band Holiday music combined with popular favorites, choral selections, refreshments, and good cheer.
Springfield College Marsh Memorial Chapel, 7:30 p.m.