SANDWICH, MA 2024… In its mission to enrich the cultural life of its Cape Cod community, Sandwich Arts (SAA) presents “Celebrating Women in the Arts,” a three-day series by women, for women, about women, showcasing their talents and achievements in the visual and performing arts. This all-women salute honors and embraces women’s creativity and diversity with a fine art exhibit, live music, a comedic one-woman show, a play reading, and awards. Tickets are available at sandwichartsalliance.org, or at the door, available to capacity. Advance purchase is recommended.
“Celebrating Women in the Arts” Events:
Opening Reception & Awards
Friday, March 15, 5 to 7 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Gallery, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
Admission is free, donations gratefully accepted
An exhibition of original artwork by Sandwich Arts Alliance women member artists. Enjoy beautiful paintings, sculptures, and photographs, while listening to the soothing music of Katie Koglin, renowned harpist and vocalist. Sample delicious food and wine while listening to readings from women writers. Awards are presented in numerous categories while you meet and mingle with the artists and guests.
Women in Music
Saturday, March 16, 2 to 4 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance Gallery, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
Suggested freewill $5 donation is greatly appreciated
Enjoy an all-female lineup in a concert featuring Diana DiGioia, Shannon Davis, and Leslie Gage, women singers and songwriters performing their originals and covers of favorites by women artists. The performers offer diverse genres and styles, from folk to rock, and jazz to pop. Join in on the conversation to learn more about the performing artists’ stories and the inspiration behind their songwriting.
Fat Ass Cancer Bitch: Lucky Thirteen
Saturday, March 16, 7 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Glass Town Stage, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
Tickets $25
Christine Ernst – writer, performer, and cancer survivor – present her hilarious and poignant “Lucky Thirteen” one-woman show exploring the challenges and joys of life, offered with a healthy dose of humor and honesty. Attendees receive a cookie and magnet souvenir and have the opportunity to meet and speak with Christine after the show.
Staged Reading: Face East
Sunday, March 17, 2 pm
Sandwich Arts Alliance’s Glass Town Stage, 130 Main Street, Sandwich
Tickets $25
Nina Schuessler directs the staged reading of noted Woods Hole playwright Bronwen Prosser’s play “Face East.” The play explores a Mormon couple struggling with their faith and their relationship after their gay son’s suicide. The piece is based on the true story of Mormon writer and activist Carol Lynn Pearson’s memoir and screenplay about her experience. This moving drama touches on themes of love, loss, and acceptance. A talkback session immediately follows the performance.
Sandwich Arts Alliance gratefully appreciates its invaluable event sponsors Rockland Trust, Sandwich Community Media, and The Dan’l Webster Inn & Spa, and raises a toast to their commitment to celebrating and empowering women.
For more information about Sandwich Arts Alliance’s gallery, exhibits, programs, events, and membership, call 774-338-5201, email at info@sandwichartsalliance.org, or visit sandwichartsalliance.org, where an online store is also available. For the latest on Sandwich Arts Alliance, follow its social media platforms on Facebook and Instagram. Sandwich Arts Alliance is pleased to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program; inquire by phone or email for details on available discounts and information.
About Sandwich Arts Alliance
Founded in 2015, Sandwich Arts Alliance (SAA) is an artist-driven nonprofit organization supporting the arts and artists – serving as a platform for new works, cultivating the creative economy, and culturally enriching the Sandwich and greater Cape Cod communities.
Sandwich Arts Alliance is comprised of four groups that meet regularly: Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Literary Arts and Friends of the Arts. Membership is open to all artists and friends residing in Sandwich and beyond. As part of its mission, SAA collaborates with other nonprofit and community-based organizations to help promote a wide variety of cultural programming. SAA’s goal is to identify and support all local artists through a resource database, providing greater exposure and opportunities for fellow artist networking.
The Sandwich Arts Alliance Center’s offerings include a gallery of original art, art classes for artists of all ages, books by local writers, a gift shop for year-round shopping, and performances throughout the year. SAA’s Gallery, located at 130 Main Street, Sandwich, is open to the public weekly from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm. For membership, class, exhibit, performance and exhibit information, call 774-338-5201, email info@sandwichartsalliance.org, or visit sandwichartsalliance.org, where an online store is also available. For the latest on Sandwich Arts Alliance, follow its social media platforms on Facebook and Instagram.
Sandwich Arts Alliance is pleased to participate in Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program; inquire at info@sandwichartsalliance.org about available discounts and more information.
