Postcard Collection
This digital collection highlights postcards from a number of events held at Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Bob Devin Jones and David Ellis started the Studio@620 in 2004. This collection contains the postcards of a variety of events, from poetry readings and plays to photography and printmaking exhibits. The collection illustrates the rich history of the playhouse and the art movement in St. Petersburg, Florida over the last few decades.
For more information about the Studio@620, please visit their website.
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Rituals of Attention
Studio at 620, Suzanne Williamson, and Donald Morrill
Join photographer Suzanne Williamson and writer Donald Morrill for an evening devoted to the word and the image. Williamson will speak about her photographic project, Sacred Land and Shelter, which will be on display. In her intimate exploration of the American landscape, including Florida’s Indian mounds, she transforms what remains of our early history with a visionary eye. Morrill will read from Impetuous Sleeper, his new, “wild and exhilarating” nonfiction collection devoted to “looking at the world in all its ache and sublimity.” Signed copies of “Impetuous Sleeper” will be available for purchase.
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Serie 23: A Caribbean Jazz Concert
Studio at 620
An interactive evening featuring exquisite sounds and delectable treats direct from the Caribbean.
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Shelter: The Art of Sooky Kim and Andrea Pejack
Studio at 620, Sooky Kim, and Andrea Pejack
Emerging artists Sooky Kim and Andrea Pejack present works inspired by thoughts of childhood and the idea of transcending space and time in order to return home to nature. In a world where you can often feel detached and alienated, the love of home offers comfort and shelter away from it all.
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Stan Hunter
Studio at 620 and Stan Hunter
The Studio@620 is proud to present legendary Jazz performer and recording artist Stan Hunter in concert on January 22, 2009.
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Steps to Hope: A Visual Arts Project
Studio at 620, Isabel Czerwenka-Wenkstetten, and Leslie Fry
FOREIGN AFFAIRS: Austria—United States A collaboration between artists Isabel Czerwenka-Wenkstetten and Leslie Fry Enjoy an evening of Art, Hope, and Cultural Exchange!
art on the walls—art on the floor—speakers—Austrian and American food— drinks—video—dance—raffle—social networking The evening at Studio@620 will not only be an art-exhibition but also an occasion to connect and meet people from different backgrounds, as Austrian food will be served and interactive games can be played. Introductory comments from: Andreas Stadler, Director of the Austrian Cultural Forum New York Wallace Wilson, Professor and Director of the School of Art and Art History at University of South Florida, Tampa Erika Greenberg Schneider, Master Printer and Owner of Bleu Acier Inc., Print Publisher and Fine Art Atelier, Tampa Admission is free and open to the public.
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Take or Remake: An Exploration of Image Redesign
Studio at 620, Chelsea Rousso, Kathy Iwanowski, and Grace-Anne Alfiero
an exploration of image redesign by MFAIA Goddard College students and Florida residents: Chelsea Rousso, Kathy Iwanowski and Grace-Anne Alfiero (part of the WOWman Women Arts Series curated by Grace-Anne Alfiero)
Opening reception Friday March 27, 2009 at 5pm Community Film Screening of the documentary— WHO DOES SHE THINK SHE IS? 7pm. Panel discussion immediately following the film. WHO DOES SHE THINK SHE IS? follows five women artists as they navigate the economic, psychological, and spiritual challenges of making work outside the elite art world.
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The Pagan Prosperity: The Art of Johnnie Thomas, III
Studio at 620 and Johnnie Thomas III
You’re invited to the opening reception for “The Pagan Prosperity: The Art of Johnnie Thomas, III“. Friday September 11th, 6:30–9:00 pm The Pagan Prosperity is simply portraying my take on all the crippling systems and the reality of our failing world and the lives ensnared in-between. The works showcased will be an assortment of traditional drawing/painting and digital drawing/painting with some three dimensional pieces as well. Also each work will have its own writing that goes along with it as to help guide the observer through and around the piece, a kind of poetic field guild or helpful riddle. Strength from Joy! —Johnnie Thomas III
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The Timm & Jeff Show
Studio at 620, Timothy Ira Mettler, and Jeffrey James Skatzka
Timothy Ira Mettler & Jeffrey James Skatzka present their selected works of paintings and poems.
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Through The Eyes of My City, Its James
Studio at 620 and James Whittinghill
The Astrid and G. David Ellis Gallery. a collection of photography by James Whittinghill
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Verso: The Other Side of the Urban Vista
Studio at 620 and Thomas U. Gessler
The Studio@620 presents an exhibit of photographic works by local photographer Thomas U. Gessler. Explore the subtleties of the urban landscape uniquely collected and elegantly reproduced in this series of black and white, photographic prints.
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William Shakespeare's Richard III: A Rock-n-Roll Hybrid Theatre Show
Studio at 620
Secret Theatre company presents Richard III as one of the most exciting and bloody of Shakespeare's plays. This modern production, a hybrid theatre rock-n-roll show, incorporates highly stylized design and will be punctuated by rock music with fierce fight and dance choreography that smacks a modern sensiblity to classical, period-style dance.
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William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet
Studio at 620
Join The Studio@620 for a production of the timeless "Romeo and Juliet". Enjoy a take on the Shakespearean classic done as only 620 can, directed by Bob Devin Jones Featuring T. Scott Wooten as Romeo Montague and Brandii as Juliet Capulet
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Circumference of a Squirrel
Studio at 620 and John Walch
The Studio@620 presents Circumference of a Squirrel by John Walch, a one-man play performed by Gavin Hawk, with direction by Larry Silverberg.
About the play: Meet Chester, a young man with many obsessions: his father, his mother, his ex-wife, the virology of rabies, and most importantly... squirrels. Circles, both real and figurative, whirl out of control in this darkly comic one-man show. And at the center of them all sits an enigmatic squirrel.
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Le Salon de Danse
Studio at 620
A new dance series featuring contemporary choreographers. In the tradition of the 19th century “Salons” in Paris where patrons could experience an artist’s work in a close setting, Studio @ 620 introduces a new series, “Le Salon de Danse.” This new series brings audiences closer to a contemporary choreographers work in a program of short solos held in the intimate setting of the Studio@620.
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Le Salon de Danse
Studio at 620
A new dance series featuring contemporary choreographers "Le Salon de Danse" continues with Andee Scott from Texas on Nov 15, and Heather Maloney from Miami on Dec 20. Curated by Michael Foley and Melanie Verdeaux this series brings international dancers to St. Petersburg the scene. Come experience their energy and creativity in the intimate space of the Studio@620.
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ACT Art Trading Card Exhibition: Put Some Art in Your Pocket!
Studio at 620, Jennifer Burns, Lisa Buchanan, Pamela McVay, Sal Scheibe, Wanda Edwards, Randi Marx, Sonia Reigle, Cassandra VanCuren, Tracie Rozario, and Jeffrey Errick
Artist's Trading Cards (ATC) have a history going back to the 17th Century. An exhibition of ATC's (Artist's Trading Cards). These original artworks will also be for sale.
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A Series of Shifting Landscapes
Studio at 620 and Timm Mettler
Painting exhibition by Timm Mettler. Exploring space in painting, in particular the dynamic spaces caught in the openness of place.
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Soul Kitchen: The Evolution of African American Music
Studio at 620; Charles Smith; Jonathan Sullivan; Leonard Williams; Marcus Allen; and The Royal Theater, St. Petersburg, FL
A toe tapping musical journey, highlighting the evolution of African American Music, from Gospel to Motown.
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The Girlie Show: A Burlesque Review
Studio at 620, 20 at 620, Glenn Grieves, Jamieson Lindenburg, Ben Verhulst, Ann Cornelius, Michelle Dowdy, Lisa Finegold, Arianna Hoeppner, Karley Willcocks, Melissa Oropesa, Alix Paige, Taylor Precourt, Janita Ward, and Amanda Witt
A naughty review of Broadway's brassiest songs, preformed by a cast of ten "girls", with special guest, Michelle Dowdy, directly from Broadway's "Hairspray".
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The Water is Wide: The Art of Boat Building
Studio at 620; Florida Maritime Museum of Cortez; Sea Quest Kids; The Main Hatch Motley Crew of Cortez, FL; Bob Pitt; roger Allen; Joe Richards; Lea Pearson; Robert Stackhouse; and Carol Mickett
This exhibition is a presentation of a small part of the history and the art of boat building on the West Coast of Florida. Using full scale boats, models, hands-on building experiences and lectures as well as the written word we can begin to understand something of the influence that boats have had on the lives of people who have called this area home. This is an unusual gathering of boats as well as men and women of the sea. We hope you will enjoy it.
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William Shakespeare's Hamlet: The Unforgettable Fire
Studio at 620, Bob Devin Jones, Matt Huffman, Jeffrey James, Harry Chittenden, Lynn Locher, Aleshea Harris, Leonard Williams, John Conlon, Joe Mc Cue, Timm Mettler, Gregory Paul Milton, Justin Maina, Alan Bomar Morin, Keisha Murray, Leticia Clark, Ron Bingham, Christian McGee, Ben Hockett, Nick Vitrano, Joshua D'Amora, Ben Verhulst, Patricia Kelly, Ronald Fox, and Zach Thompson
Hamlet is the most produced and translated play in the history of the English language. The character of Hamlet contains all the passion, wit and contradictions of the bard’s most intriguing tragic figures. The Studio @ 620 will bring to the stage a new interpretation of this drama, inspired by the messianic music of the Irish band U2.
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The Spirit in the Glass
Studio at 620 and Garvin Sealy
An exhibition of stained glass works by Garvin Sealy
Garvin Sealy, a local young artist, has found his calling in stained glass. His work ranges from contemporary abstract to more traditional religious themes. While studying at Eckerd College, his talent and ambition was recognized by the College when they awarded him the spirit of Creative Arts award. In addition to creating his own work, he has shared his love of glass through serving as an instructor for the senior College and an undergraduate class at Eckerd College. An opportunity has arisen for Garvin to continue his education by pursuing his MFA this Fall in glass and Architectural glass at Edinburgh College of Art in Scotland. Proceeds from this exhibit will help Garvin realize his educational goals in Scotland.