SUMMER 2023 NEWS & UPDATES More to come-stay tuned!

Photos From Subconsciounal Encounters & FoundBeauty Opening Reception

Call to Artists: Art Submissions 2024

Fashion Carnival

Hygienic Filmwerks

Glaucoma Suspect

Johnny Nicholas and Katie Shore

Screening Room

Billy Wylder and Number One Babe

Naked Canvas: Candyland

Open Mic!

Now on Display!!!

Photos From Subconsciounal Encounters & FoundBeauty Reception

Highlights from the Opening Reception of our two art shows, "Subconsciounal Encounters" and "FoundBeauty." Thank you to our supporters and members of our community that attended the show!

Upper Gallery Artists:

Katia Jirankova Levanti - Painter

Ralph Levesque - Painter

Dana Daumann - Sculptor & Painter

Lower Gallery Artists:

Nicki Arciolinda Bonanno

Rebecca Fowke

Dame FK

Mere Doyen

Aliyah LaCombe

DJ W.O.W.

Exhibition is on display until Saturday, August 26th 2023

2024 ART EXHIBIT PROPOSALS

Submissions are open for 2024 exhibition proposals. Deadline for entries is October 1st, 2023. Applicants will be contacted after the the programming committee reviews all submissions.

FOR MORE INFO VISIT THE LINK: https://www.hygienic.org/2024-art-exhibit-proposals

Submissions go to [email protected] 

Subject line: 2024 Art Exhibit Proposal

Fashion Carnival

Join us for a lively night of fashion, music, and cool vendors! The fun starts at Fashion Carnival when the gates open at 7 PM TONIGHT!

Coordinated by Jen Hall, fashion designer and owner of the brand Vintage N' Vibe, this annual extravaganza is New London's premier fashion event. This year we will be showcasing the best of New London's Streetwear with an eccentric high-fashion flair. The night will be full of live music and co-hosted by Mikey V of Jammin' 1077.

General Admission $25

VIP Tickets SOLD OUT

Purchase General Admission Tickets Here: https://www.hygienic.org/product/fashion-carnival/449
 
Date: Saturday, August 12th, 2023
Gates Open: 7 PM
Showtime: 8 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Hygienic Filmwerks

Hygienic Art launches its new filmmaker initiative, FILMWERKS, with the Indie Film Series screening of “Eddie Presley” on the new Art Park digital big screen.

A Zoom Q&A from Hollywood with lead actor and writer, Duane Whitaker will follow the screening. Hygienic Filmwerks is a cooperative of filmmakers, writers, actors, production crew and all manner of filmmaking enthusiasts who desire to network, collaborate on film projects or just screen and discuss indie films. All film enthusiasts are welcome to join in on the eclectic Indie Film Series screenings.

ABOUT THE FILM:

An Elvis impersonator with a wounded psyche, unflinching in his quest to keep the King's spirit alive bets it all on one night of glory, a headlining spot at dingy Tinseltown dive.

Date: Wednesday, August 16th 2023
Showtime: 7 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Glaucoma Suspect

Join us for a night of reggae vibes with this killer crew. Glaucoma Suspect performs all things roots rock reggae and some in between. It's another free night of music at the Art Park in downtown New London. Bring some friends and get your Summertime groove on.

FREE SHOW!

Brought to you by New London Music Festivals and The New London Cultural District.

Date: Thursday, August 17th 2023
Showtime: 6:30 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Johnny Nicholas and Katie Shore

Join us for a rich gumbo of blues, Southwest Lousiana soul, and Texas swing and Honky Tonk with Grammy Nominated Johnny Nicholas and the lead fiddle player and female vocalist for the 10-time Grammy Award-winning band Asleep at the Wheel, Katie Shore. During the pandemic, she and fellow Asleep at the Wheel alum member Johnny Nicholas teamed up as a dynamic duo to present a soulful high-energy performance.

Tickets $20

Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.hygienic.org/product/johnnynicholaskatieshore/462

Date: Friday, August 18th 2023
Showtime: 7 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Screening Room

The Screening Room is New London’s premiere Independent Film Festival featuring works from both emerging and established filmmakers. Due to its high demand and popularity, the Screening Room is returning to the Hygienic - this time inside our Art Park!

SUBMIT VIDEOS HERE: https://www.dropbox.com/request/oF5OVGxW6iwtWk8swo3D

$5 Suggested Donation

Date: Saturday, August 19th 2023
Gates Open: 6 PM
Showtime: 7 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Billy Wylder and Number One Babe

Billy Wylder forge ahead with their new album, Trying to Get Free, and announce their summer tour for August and September 2023. The music weaves together American folk and rock with sensibilities from the Sahara Desert, exploring a new musical space akin to Devendra Banhart, Beck, and Tinariwen. The tracks evoke musical evolutions built on grooves informed by ancient African rhythms, art-rock textures, expansive guitars, violins, synths, and drum machines.

Join us for a free night of music. Bring some food if you like, libations will be available for purchase. All are welcome!

FREE SHOW!

Brought to you by New London Music Festivals and The New London Cultural District.

Date: Thursday, August 24th 2023
Gates Open: 6 PM
Showtime: 7 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Naked Canvas: Candyland

It's oh so sweet! Hygienic's 7th annual Naked Canvas body painting competition returns. Naked Canvas is a live body painting competition held inside the Frank Loomis Palmer Amphitheater at the Art Park.

Immerse yourself in a candy-coated dreamscape inside the Frank Loomis Palmer Amphitheater with life-sized candy decor and models painted to resemble characters from a candy-filled fantasy world.

Artists have 5 hours to paint their models before each model walks the runway to showcase each masterpiece. This runway event has sold out every year so come early to get in! Guests and attendees will have the opportunity to see the artists putting the finishing touches on their models. Join us for a fun night of art, entertainment, and a runway show unlike no other!

Coordinated by Rosie Rosado, Owner of Coco Dream Studio

Presale Tickets $20
Tickets at the Gate $25
Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.hygienic.org/product/naked-canvas-candyland/458        

Date: Saturday, August 26th 2023
Gates Open: 7 PM
Showtime: 8 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320

Open Mic!

Our Open Mic series will take place on Thursday, September 7th 2023, and will be hosted by comedians, Dame FK and Elijah Pysyk!

 - Sign Up available onsite from 5:00-5:30 PM
 - Poetry, comedy, spoken word, Bring what you got! All talents welcome!
 - 5 Minute Time Slot for Comedians and Poets!
 - 2 Song Time Slot for Musicians!
 - No Cover Charge - Donations Always Welcome

Date: Thursday, September 7th at 5 PM
Showtime: 5:30 - 7 PM
Location: 79 Bank Street, New London CT 06320