(Marion, MA) – The Marion Art Center presents Paul Bielatowicz’s Nosferatu Live on the MAC Stage, Saturday, February 25 at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale now to MAC members ($20) and go on sale to nonmembers ($25) on Jan. 21 at marionartcenter.org/events.

Paul Bielatowicz has recorded and toured with some of the biggest names in progressive rock, including Carl Palmer, Neal Morse, Dream Theater, Yes, Todd Rundgren, Arthur Brown, Alan Parsons Project and more. When the great plague of 2020 stopped all touring, Paul turned his attention to composing and spent two prolific years writing various projects, including this prog rock soundtrack for the 1922 classic silent horror Nosferatu. Join Paul in the MAC’s Anne Braitmayer Webb Theater for an evening of music and immersive multimedia, culminating in a complete performance of his original soundtrack accompanying the iconic 1922 silent movie Nosferatu. For the first time, this show features 3 video screens, bringing the full-band experience to any size venue and includes an all-star guest musician lineup, joining him via his various video screens.

Musicians include: Narration by Arthur Brown (Crazy World of Arthur Brown); Dave Bainbridge (Strawbs, Iona) on Keyboards; Leah Bluestein (Video Game Orchestra, Groundlift) on drums; Mike Dutko (Groundlift) on bass guitar; Peter Zay (New Bedford Symphony Orchestra) on cello; Simon Fitzpatrick (ELP Legacy, Jennifer Batten) on Chapman stick; and guitars, theremin and synthesizers by Paul Bielatowicz. Even if you’ve seen the movie, or Paul’s previous performance of it, you’ve NEVER seen it like this!

Textile Tuesdays at the MAC

(Marion, MA) – Join weaver Lisa Elliott and other fiber artists in the Marion Art Center Studio the last Tuesday of each month for a textile studio session. This is not a class but an opportunity to work on your own project next to other artists, share challenges, ideas and tips, show off projects (in process or completed), or ask for feedback. Enjoy the art-making process in a social setting and get inspired! Projects may include: knitting & Crochet; embroidery or hand stitching; rigid heddle loom (pre-warped) or tabletop weaving; Sashiko mending; needlepoint felting; fabric collage; spinning; small quilting projects; other handicraft projects.

The first meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, Jan. 31 from 6:00-8:00pm. Space is limited to 10-12 people and registration is recommended. Participants may bring snacks and beverages for themselves or for sharing, and the MAC will provide a hot water kettle for tea. The MAC gladly accepts cash donations of any size (suggested $5 donation or pay-what-you-can) to participate in this monthly group session to help cover the cost of utilities. To sign up, use the online form (visit marionartcenter.org/events) or email your name and phone number the MAC at [email protected] with “Textile Tuesday” in the subject line.

ArtStart 2023 Registration Opens Soon

(Marion, MA) – Registration for ArtStart 2023 at the Marion Art Center opens to MAC members on Friday, January 27 at marionartcenter.org/artstart. Registration for nonmembers will open on Friday, February 17. MAC members have access to early registration and receive a significant discount on ArtStart tuition. Membership at the Family level ($75 annually) or above is required for discounted tuition. Joining the MAC or renewing membership is easy online at marionartcenter.org/join.

ArtStart is the MAC's summer art program for children ages 4 1/2 to 9 years, offered in late June through July. ArtStart teachers are specialists in music, dance, theater, and art, most of whom teach throughout the year and are professionals in their fields. Activities include arts and crafts, theater, music, games, and storytelling. The ArtStart program runs weekly, 9:00am?12:30pm daily, with no camp on July 4. Cost for a five day session is $240 for MAC members and $275 for nonmembers, while the cost for session two (just four days) is $195 for MAC members and $220 for nonmembers. The 2023 ArtStart schedule is as follows: Session 1: Monday, June 26 - Friday, June 30; Session 2: Monday, July 3-Friday, July 7 (4 days, no camp on Tue.); Session 3: July 10-14; Session 4: July 17-21; Session 5: July 24-28. Due to very limited capacity, ArtStart fees are nonrefundable unless camp is cancelled. Sessions fill quickly, and early registration is strongly recommended. See more details and register online at marionartcenter.org/artstart.