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Culture Programs Culture Programs


Culture Division

Since its inception in 1986 the Foothills Community Foundation has promoted cultural events and activities in the community.  The renowned Arizona MusicFest, now an independent organization, started as chamber music performances in the homes of FCF members.  The current Culture Division Programs of the Foothills Community Foundation include theater productions, art film screenings, lectures on current events and visual arts programs.  Culture Division Programs include the Desert Foothills Theater, the Foothills Film Society, the MindQuest Lecture Series, and the Visual Arts Programs.


Desert Foothills Theater 

    The Desert Foothills Theater is pleased to announce the rest of the 2007-2008 season:

    Black Box Productions:

    I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, laugh out loud as you see yourself in the struggles and successes of characters working toward finding that perfect love in this off-Broadway hit musical revue.  You'll be humming and laughing al the way home!  The show will be directed by Sara Bernstein with musical direction by Miciah Dodge.  The show will run January 31st - February 17th, 2008.

    The Perfect Wedding, directed by Ken Kahle.  A groom wakes up the morning of his wedding with a horrendous hangover and a beautiful woman in bed with him, but she's not his fiance.  How will he get her out of his hotel room before his soon-to-be wife walks in?  Hilarity abounds as this comedy of mistaken identity and fumbled cover-ups unravels before your eyes.  Don't miss this show, March 20th - April 6th, 2008.

    Theatricals:

    Lilia! A remarkable story...a remarkable woman.  Emigrating from Austria in 1939, Lilia Skala worked her way to an Oscar nomination for her role in Lilies of the Field.  Libby Skala captures her grandmother's fascinating life in this heartwarming one-woman show that records the journey of a remarkable woman and the connection between two kindred spirits.  Don't miss this one day act, Sunday, January 20th at 2:00 PM.

    Magical Moments in Music, 2 performed by hometown favorites Martha Lindsey and Kevin Glenn.  They are set to once again wow DFT audiences with a wonderful evening of show tunes and familiar songs in the intimate setting of a private home.  March 6, 2008 at 6:30PM.

    Foothills Follies, terrifically talented...celebrate the return of a hometown favorite and the work of some incredible performing artists.  Bring your own chair and join us in the center of Carefree to watch; or prepare your audition so you can be on-stage.  Bring your own snacks or order from a local restaurant and enjoy some munchies while you watch.  Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 7:30 PM.

    If you would like more information about Desert Foothills Theater or would like to learn more about our volunteer opportunities, email us at tickets@desertfoothillstheater.com. If you would like to make sure you are on the list to receive our subscription brochure, email us at tickets@desertfoothillstheater.com.

    Buy tickets online at www.desertfoothillstheater.com.

     

Desert Foothills Christmas Pageant

For many years the Foothills Christmas Pageant and Luminaria Run have been a holiday tradition. Community volunteers make it happen ­ rehearsing the choir, lighting roadside luminaries, providing hot cocoa and cookies--bringing to life a staged re-enactment of the nativity scenes and events and running to raise money for local school support. Over 1,100 residents turn out to enjoy the performances, starry evenings and the company of neighborhood friends. 

The Foothills Christmas Pageant celebrates the nativity with a live performance under the stars.  The tradition continues this year on December 1st and 2nd.  FCF welcomes interested volunteers to assist with the 2007 Pageant.  Want to volunteer? Email your name, address and telephone number to the FCF office at info@azfcf.org.

Foothills Film Society 

Foothills Film SocietyThe Foothills Film Society, a program of the Foothills Community Foundation, schedules an exciting and thought-provoking series of important films each season. Each film is introduced by various speakers from the film world, and a discussion/question and answer session follows the screening.  Films are shown monthly on Mondays at 7:00 pm at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center, located at 60th Street south of Carefree Highway.  Tickets can be secured with a suggested donation of $9.00 at the door and includes refreshments and a chance to discuss films with others who love films.

Click here for a synopsis of upcoming films which include:

February 4, 2008 ­ All the Kings Men (1949)
Speaker, Max McQueen

March 10, 2008 - Frida
Speaker, Ed Everroad

April 2, 2008 - Hope and Glory
Speaker, Wendy Myers

For further information, please call the FCF office at 480.488.1090 or email us at info@azfcf.org.  If you would like to sign up for the whole series of films for a price of $46.00 click here.

MindQuest Lectures 

To Question. To Ask. To Seek. To Learn.

MindQuest, a program of the Foothills Community Foundation, schedules an annual lecture series by notable speakers on contemporary themes and topics, selected by a steering committee of interested volunteers. 

MindQuest 2007-2008 Season

Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Dr. Don Scott, who has been asked back due to the enthusiasm for his 2005 lecture, "Sciences in Collion", will speak on "Sciences in Collaboration".  He will discuss the commonalities of many scientific fields contributing to a more accurate description of the history of the Earth.
 

Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Dr. Brian Gratton will present "401 Years of Immigration, 1607-2008".  A Professor of History at Arizona State University, Dr. Gratton will discuss the history of United States immigration, the ethnicities, popular reaction and policies during four major periods, including public reaction and the policies that evolved. 
 
Lectures take place at the Legend Trail Community Center from 7:00 - 9:00 PM, 34575 N. Legend Trail Parkway Scottsdale, AZ 85262 (cross street Pima Road). Attendance is limited and FCF Members receive priority when making reservations.  The admission charge, which includes light refreshments, is

$50.00 - per person for the 2007-2008 series of three programs

$20.00 - per person for individual programs.

Due to the overwhelming response to season subscriptions in past years, we urge all to sign up as soon as possible for one or all of the programs by calling the Foundation office at 480.488.1090 or by email at info@azfcf.org.  Telephone reservations may be made with credit card.  Reservations are nonrefundable.

Come learn with MindQuest

Visual Arts 

    The Visual Arts Program of the Foothills Community Foundation offers educational and entertaining activities that include lectures, local studio visits, museum trips and regional art experiences.

    2007-2008 VISUAL ARTS PROGRAMS

    2008 Lecture Series

    Lectures are held every Monday afternoon beginning January 7th and through February 25th at Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church.

    Refreshments are served at 3:45 p.m.
    Lecture begins at 4:00 p.m.
    Admission charge: $10 per person

    Forth coming:

    January 14, 2008:  Sherry Koopot, Master Docent, Phoenix Art Museum on Noteworthy Art (Music and Contemporary Art)

    January 21, 2008:  Peter Held, Curator, ASU Ceramics Research Center on the ASU Ceramic Collection

    January 28, 2008:  Lisa Schleier, Master Docent, Phoenix Art Museum on the Transition from Modern to Contemporary Art

    February 4, 2008:  Dennita Sewell, Curator, Fashion Design, Phoenix Art Museum on the History of Fashion and Costume

    February 11, 2008:  Henry Claman, M.D., University of Colorado on Madness in Art - Van Gogh and Munch

    February 18, 2008:  James Ballinger, Director, Phoenix Art Museum on What is Western ARt?

    February 25, 2008:  Larry Charles, nationally recognized Trompe L'oeil Painter on the artist David Hockney

    Day Tours

    January 17 - A visit to the studios of Bill Nebeker and John Coleman, who are members of Cowboy Artists of America and Doug Hyde who work you've seen at the Heard Museum Central and North.  All three have pieces in the collection of Phoenix Art Museum

    February 7 – A walking tour of downtown Phoenix Public Art and a visit to the Phoenix Urban Research Laboratory at ASU where the revitalization of downtown Phoenix is being planned.

    February 14 – A visit to Segura Art publishing to see various techniques of art printing, followed by a tour of the latest exhibits at the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, led by SMoCA's Director, Susan Krane.

    February 21 – Ceramic Artists' Studio Tour, followed by a visit to the Frank Lloyd Wright house with a significant ceramic collection.

    March 6 – Tour of private art collections in homes in North Scottsdale and Carefree.

    March 13  – Glass Artists' Studio Tour

    April 3 - Tour of private art collection in homes in Paradise Valley

    All trips include transportation to and from Carefree. The local day trips are $70 all inclusive.

    Our 2008 Visual Arts Programs Booklets include registration forms, luncheon locations and pertinent information.  To become an FCF Member email the Foothills Community Foundation at info@azfcf.org or call 480.488.1090.  For more information on Member Benefits follow the Member Benefits link.

    Questions about Visual Arts Programs?
    Contact the FCF office at 480-488-1090
     

         

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