Saturday, June 27, 2009
Exhibition: Camping in the Useum
Time: Please Check Event Description
Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
The Useum is a hands-on gallery for individuals and families in the new Burchfield Penney. Camping in the Useum brings a summer campsite into the museum and celebrates the symbols of nature found in artwork throughout the galleries.
This exhibition is presented by the Cameron and Jane Baird Foundation.
Cost: $7
Student Cost: $4
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Exhibition: Photography by Clara Sipprell (1885-1975)
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Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
Clara Sipprell (1885-1975) was a successful portraitist and her still lifes, landscapes, and cityscapes were exhibited nationally and internationally. This exhibition features photographs from all phases of her career, including portraits of the artist by her family.
This exhibition is presented by TimeWarner Cable.
Cost: $7
Student Cost: $4
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Exhibition: Heavy Metal: Cast and Welded Sculpture in the Collection
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Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
Metal sculpture from the collection will span more than a century, illustrating different techniques in production such as works cast in bronze or aluminum, welded and painted steel, and other forms of assemblage that incorporate other media. Artists on view include Charles Cary Rumsey, John V. House, Katrin Jurati, Alan Van Every, George Smith, Alex Bernstein, Arthur Doster, and Wes Olmsted.
Cost: $7
Student Cost: $4
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Exhibition: Brunelleschi A Multi-Media Installation by Tony Conrad
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Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
The Burchfield Penney Art Center is pleased to present the North American premiere of Brunelleschi, Tony Conrad’s newest multi-media installation. The work was created for the Yokohama Triennial in the summer of 2008. Based on his research of renaissance architect and engineer Filippo Brunelleschi, Conrad will create an architectural light and sound installation in the Project Space at the Burchfield Penney.
Cost: $7
Student Cost: $4
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Exhibition: Across the Visual Arts
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Upton Gallery
Student exhibition. Open to the public.
Thursday, September 03, 2009
First Thursday Concert: Josh Smith Performing Traditional Shakuhachi Music
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
Born in Buffalo, Josh Smith now lives in Japan where he studies the shakuhachi, a Japanese bamboo flute, under Okada Michiaki. He will be performing traditional Japanese Zen solo works known as honkyoku. Smith’s repertoire is from the creative style of honkyoku passed down from the Zen priest Watazumi Doso as well as the Kinko style of shakuhachi.
First Thursday programs at the Burchfield Penney are presented by Citizens Bank.
Friday, September 04, 2009
Dance Audition
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Location: Warren Enters Theater
Dance auditions for spring concert.
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Weeks of Welcome: School Highlight Series School of Arts and Humanities
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: E. H. Butler Library 210
Come mingle with faculty and students from the School of Arts and Humanities and learn about the departments and majors offered.
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Rooftop Poetry Club: Welcome Back Open Mic
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Location: E. H. Butler Library Rooftop Garden
Join us on the rooftop with your poems or songs! All are welcome. In case of inclement weather, workshop will be held in the International Students Reading Area, Third floor, SE Quadrant.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Screening: FRESH
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
Edible Buffalo, Western New York's premier regional food publication, launches its fall film series with a screening of the food documentary FRESH. Sponsored by Buffalo Spree magazine and American Farmland Trust and in cooperation with the Burchfield Penney.
There will be a panel discussion following the film. Panel participants include Diane Held, Western New York Representative for American Farmland Trust, Kate Mendenhall, director of the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York, Tom Tower, small scale fruit and vegetable farmer in Youngstown, NY, and Karen Agle from Eden Valley Growers in Eden, NY.
Cost: $7
Student Cost: $5
Friday, September 11, 2009
The Anne Frank Project
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Location: Variious Locations at Buffalo State College
A free, day-long conference that will examine the world’s repeated desire to engage in genocide, and also encourage world-improvement through exploration of diversity and global issues.
The project is a continuation of the Theater Department’s thought-provoking 2006 production of The Diary of Anne Frank. The event will include lectures, workshops, and a candle lighting ceremony.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Anne Frank Exhibition
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Upton Gallery
A one-day exhibition in conjunction with the Theater department. Open to the public.
Friday, September 11, 2009
Faculty Choreographers' Showcase
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall
The Buffalo State College dance program boasts nationally and internationally recognized artistic directors, choreographers, instructors, and performers specializing in ballet, modern, dance appreciation, choreography, African American dance, jazz, and dance history, who bring a wealth of experience to their students.
Our faculty have toured, performed, and taught in Japan, Sienna, Italy, Germany, France, England, Italy, Denmark, Scotland, Holland, and Sweden, Amsterdam, Germany, and Scotland, and New York City.
At this performance, the dance faculty will showcase their world-traveled talents.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Screening: The Guest of Cindy Sherman
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
The Burchfield Penney Art Center and Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center present the Western New York premier of The Guest of Cindy Sherman. The film documents the relationship between photographer (and former Buffalo State College student) Cindy Sherman and the film's director, Paul H-O.
Three screenings will take place at the museum each including an introduction and question and answer session with the director. Please visit https://secure2.ticketguys.com/burchfieldpenney/ for tickets.
Cost: $7
Student Cost: $5
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Opening Reception: Art in Craft Media 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
Sylvia L. Rosen and the Burchfield Penney invite the Buffalo State community to join us for the opening of Art in Craft Media 2009, the first craft art biennial to talk place in the new museum. The exhibition celebrates Western New York artists working in clay, glass, fiber, wood and metal.
The exhibition includes many artists from our Buffalo State community, including professors, alumni, as well as current students.
This exhibition is on view through January 3, 2010, in the East Gallery and the Sylvia L. Rosen Gallery for Fine Art in Craft Media.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Screening: The Guest of Cindy Sherman
Time: 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center
The Burchfield Penney Art Center and Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center present the Western New York premier of The Guest of Cindy Sherman. The film documents the relationship between photographer (and former Buffalo State College student) Cindy Sherman and the film's director, Paul H-O.
Three screenings will take place at the museum each including an introduction and question and answer session with the director. Please visit https://secure2.ticketguys.com/burchfieldpenney/ for tickets.
Cost: $7
Student Cost: $5
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Design Faculty Exhibition
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Upton Gallery
Exhibition of work from Design Department faculty. Open to the public.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Opening Reception: Design Faculty Exhibition
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Upton Gallery
Exhibition of work from Design Department faculty. Open to the public.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Concert: Modal Kombat
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: North Gallery, Third Floor, Rockwell Hall
First-ever classical guitar controlled video game battle. This performance will feature classic video games, Mortal Kombat, Mario Kart, Pong, and Tetris, being controlled by classical guitars. Featuring music faculty Evan Drummond and New York based avant-garde artist David Hindman.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Homecoming/Family Weekend Entertainment
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Location: Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall
Enjoy two great comics at an incredible price – FREE with ticket for BSC students and just $10 for parents / alumni / general public. Jay Phillips starred in Baby Mama opposite of Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, Semi-Pro and Prom Night. He’s been featured on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam. Jeff Dye was a finalist on Last Comic Standing in 2008. Tickets available at the Rockwell Hall Box Office or charge by phone at 716-878-3005
Cost: $10
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Rooftop Poetry Club Workshop featuring Karen Lewis
Time: 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: E. H. Butler Library Rooftop Garden
How can the art of photography help us explore image making and 'imag'ination in poetry? The "Image Making with Poems and Photographs" workshop with Karen Lee Lewis will explore imagery beyond visual reproduction. Bring a photograph to the workshop that you’d like to write to, or choose one that inspires you from photographs the instructor will bring.
In case of inclement weather, workshop will be held in the International Students Reading Area, third floor, SE Quadrant.