March 15 – June 1, 2008
at the ARTSWorcester Hanover Theatre Gallery
554 Main Street, Worcester, MA
Over the past five years, the Worcester Center for Performing Arts Board of Directors has worked to restore the Poli Palace Theatre back to its original and historic aesthetic which will open on March 14, 2008 as the Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts. In conjunction with the reopening of the theater, Scratching the Surface will serve as the inaugural exhibition at the new ARTSWorcester Gallery at the Hanover Theatre.
Scratching the Surface showcases works of art from a variety of established and internationally celebrated artists. These individuals have significantly contributed to developing and influencing the visual arts culture of Central Massachusetts. Scratching the Surface exhibits artwork in the mediums of painting, photography, video, sculpture, and drawing. Guest curator Jonathan Lucas designed the exhibition’s theme to reflect the inherent juxtapositions that exist within different types of relationships. Lucas states, “Whether the works depict tensions of one individual to another, one to one’s self, or the medium to itself, the deeper the exploration, the more conflicts and questions arise. These artists represent a scratch upon the surface of Worcester’s vast, varied, and deeply passionate artistic community.”
“We are very pleased to be able to join with the Hanover Theatre,” explains ARTSWorcester Executive Director Jan Seymour. “The combining of visual arts with the performing arts is an extra gift to theater-goers experiencing the vibrant arts community in Worcester.”
Participating artists include Frank Armstrong, Stephen DiRado, Joseph Farbrook, Scott Glushien, Michael Hachey, Howard Johnson, John O’Reilly, Yana Payusova, Jon Petro, Terri Priest, and Jim Tellin. This exhibition is funded in part by the Marie Lepore Program Fund.
Gallery Hours and Information: Jan Seymour at 508-755-5142, www.artsworcester.org, email: info@artsworcester.org
Opening soon at ARTSWorcester’s Aurora Gallery: Opening March 28 is Switching Gears- Worcester 1898, a historical industrial theme exhibition.