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Fri, May 16 '08
 Special Event
11:00am-6:00pm
Albuquerque
505-246-2261
 Matachines!
The first ever gathering of Matachines dance groups from the SW will take place at the NHCC. The dance groups will perform on both Friday and Saturday on the Plaza Mayor. There will also be workshops and panel discussions about the dance inside the Center in the Wells Fargo Auditorium on both afternoons.
National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 Fourth Street SW
www.nhccnm.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Lecture/Demo
1:00pm
Albuquerque
505-843-7270
 Beauty's Legacy - Families of Pueblo Women Artists
In conjunction with the exhibition Timeless Beauty: Pueblo Women Artists of the 20th Century. Descendants of some of the artists featured in our exhibit will share their insights on ways that their artist mothers, aunts, grandmothers, and great grandmothers have shaped their own respective artistic work and lives today.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
2401 12th Street NW
www.indianpueblo.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-242-1445
 Alchemy - Collage & Assemblage / Snap Crackle Pow!
Alchemy celebrates the mediums of collage and assemblage, featuring artists from around the country. Artists include Tony Fitzpatrick, Ingrid Friedenbergs, Andrew Ginzel, Bebe Krimmer, Michael Pajon, Holly Roberts, Leonard Stokes, Andrea Volkoff-Senutovitch, Maritta Tapanainen, and Miriam Wosk. Snap Crackle Pow! investigates how the cultures of comic book art have intersected with popular graphics to influence a new generation of draftsmen. Artists include Maureen Burdock, Luke Dorman, David Leigh, Larry Bob Phillips, Clayton Porter and Rose Simpson. Downtown ArtsCrawl reception.
516 Arts
516 Central Ave SW
www.516arts.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-7:00pm
Santa Fe
505-982-1320
 Flight of Fancy: The Birds and Imagined Landscapes of Barbara Carter
Birds are often seen as bridges to another world, as intermediaries between heaven and earth. In Chinese mythology, the powerful wings of the crane were believed to be able to convey souls up to paradise. In this body of work, birds carry us into imagined landscapes, created from captured and digitally constructed elements.
Artistas de Santa Fe
228 Old Santa Fe Trail
www.artistasdesantafe.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-8:30pm
Albuquerque
505-244-0362
 Downtown Artscrawl
Albuquerque's monthly gallery tour featuring exhibition openings, artist demonstrations, open houses and refreshments during a self-guided/self-paced tour.
ArtsCrawl - Albuquerque
At various downtown galleries
www.artscrawlabq.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-245-4200
 Anne Cooper: Viridis
Interested in repetitive shapes, Cooper creates installations which incorporate living grasses and plant materials. She focuses on the mundane, small and insignificant in the natural environment, and the depth of beauty and power found there. Downtown ArtsCrawl reception.
Artspace 116
116 Central Ave SW-Suite 201
www.artspace116.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-243-5066
 Gallery Open House
Concetta D Gallery invites you to a gallery open house and special Once in a Blue Moon Sale. Connie hasn’t cleared out storage in years and you will find many bargains and collectibles in this diverse assortment of trade ins, resales, inheritance pieces and estate acquisitions. Artists include Macpherson, Stavrowsky, Brackett, Atkins and Ramon Rice and many more. Downtown ArtsCrawl reception.
Concetta D Gallery
20 First Plaza NW-Suite 29
www.collectorsguide.com/concetta
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-9:00pm
Albuquerque
505-821-3095
 Jan Jackson: Bad Dogs Rule
New work in oil and pastel. Downtown ArtsCrawl reception.
Dreamscapes Gallery on 5th
1523 5th St. NW
www.dreamscapesonfifth.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-8:30pm
Albuquerque
505-400-9313
 Carol Estes
FHAB Gallery has moved Downtown – with space in The Agency on Fourth Street. Downtown ArtsCrawl reception.
FHAB Gallery
111 Fourth Street SW
www.frescoharmony.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-9:00pm
Albuquerque
505-242-6272
 Jill K. Cooper
Found objects artist gives new life to old items. Downtown ArtsCrawl reception.
MoRo Gallery
806 Mountain Road NW
www.moroart.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-9:00pm
Albuquerque
505-341-3641
 Junky Gypsy Jewelry
The artist, Terri, is a self-proclaimed Diva, and her line of Junky Gypsy is perfect Diva Jewelry. She hand-picks each bead, jewel, milagro, trinket and rhinestone to create a one-of-a-kind, individual piece with hearts and crosses, pearls and charms. Downtown Artscrawl reception.
Our Summer House
1101 Forrester NW
www.oursummerhouse.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-9:00pm
Albuquerque
505-842-1400
 Katherine Irish Henry: Wind, Water & Light
Katherine Irish Henry uses soft pastels to paint richly colored New Mexico landscapes and dramatic skyscapes. Downtown ArtsCrawl reception.
Sumner and Dene
517 Central Ave NW
www.sumnerdene.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-7:00pm
Santa Fe
505-986-9800
 Artists to Watch: Asia
A survey of new contemporary work from Chinese- and Japanese-American artists. Featuring Wanxin Zhang, Hung Liu and Yoshiko Shimano.
Turner Carroll Gallery
725 Canyon Road
www.turnercarrollgallery.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-8:30pm
Albuquerque
505-268-2344
 Porque Burque
The First Annual Duke City Fix Art & Craft Show. Art and inspiration of the Duke City, presented by members of Duke City Fix.
Verb Collective
3400 Constitution NE
verbcollective.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-7:00pm
Santa Fe
505-982-5009
 Amici Della Galeria: Local Santa Fe Photographers
Katariina Fagering, Richard Goldman, Herbert Lotz, Thomas Podleski, Ian Ramirez.
Verve Gallery of Photography
219 East Marcy Street
www.santafephotogallery.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Reception
5:30pm-7:30pm
Santa Fe
505-983-1590
 David Mann
Altermann Galleries & Auctioneers
225 Canyon Road
www.altermann.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Performance
7:30pm
Alamogordo
575-437-2202
 Dallas Brass
One of America’s foremost musical ensembles.
Flickinger Center for Performing Arts
1110 New York Avenue
www.flickingercenter.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Performance
7:30pm
Albuquerque
505-268-0044
 Oluyemi Thomas & Henry Grimes
Legendary bassist Henry Grimes is joined by Bay Area multi-reed player Oluyemi Thomas. With special guest Ijeoma Thomas. Presented in partnership with High Mayhem. More info: www.henrygrimes.com
Outpost Performance Space
210 Yale SE
www.outpostspace.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-766-9412
 Boston Marriage by David Mamet
Boston Marriage centers on two women, Anna and Claire, struggling to negotiate the intricate twists and turns of their complex relationships with one another as well as others in their household. Directed by Robb Sisneros. Through May 18.
Fusion Theatre Company
The Cell Theatre at 700 1st Street NW
www.fusionabq.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Santa Fe
505-988-1234
 Paul Rodriguez and Friends: Comedy Rehab
Enjoy a hilarious, once-in-a-lifetime event hosted by Paul Rodriguez introducing some of his favorite fellow comedians, Gene Pompa, Shayla Rivera and Jeff Garcia. Paul has often been referred to as the ''Richard Pryor and George Carlin of original comedy'' within the Hispanic community. He has starred in over 30 films, countless television series and has performed live to well over one million concert goers from coast to coast.
Lensic Performing Arts Center
211 West San Francisco St
www.lensic.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-881-8999
 Russian Brilliance
The masters of the Russian arts are on full display as pianist Terrence Wilson performs Prokofiev's masterpiece concerto! Mozart, Piano Concerto No. 21; Shostakovich, Symphony No. 5. Steven Smith, Conductor; Terrence Wilson, piano.
NM Symphony Orchestra - NMSO
Popejoy Hall, UNM Campus
www.nmso.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-254-8393
 Cowboys Are My Weakness
A sensually wild ride adapted from the critically-acclaimed novel by Pam Houston. Cowboys… is a collection of strong, shrewd, and very funny stories, in which we meet smart women who are looking for the love of a good man, and men who are wild and hard to pin down. Conceived & adapted for the stage by Myra Platt. Through 5/18.
Tricklock Company
Rodey Theater, UNM Center for the Arts
www.tricklock.com
Fri, May 16 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-345-2872
 Aloha, Say the Pretty Girls
A play by Naomi Iizuka directed by Rebeca Mayoga. Seven actors from Albuquerque’s In Strange Company play characters which collide as strangers and friends, lovers and acquaintances in diverse areas of the globe, including Alaska, Hawaii, New York City and Inner Borneo.
VSA North Fourth Art Center / N4th Gallery
4904 4th Street NW
www.vsartsnm.org
Fri, May 16 '08
 Festival/Fair
Albuquerque
505-268-0044
 Creative Soundspace 2008
Now in its fourth year, Creative Soundspace grew out of the 2003 Albuquerque Improv Fest which featured a number of local groups plus the Evan Parker Trio. Their goal is to honor the fertile creative music scene which thrives in New Mexico and to honor some of the other scenes around the country as well; to combine the work of New Mexico residents with some of the touring artists of like minds. 5/16 & 5/17.
Outpost Performance Space
210 Yale SE
www.outpostspace.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Festival/Fair
9:00am-5:00pm
Albuquerque
505-453-0696
 Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival & Highland Games
A Celebration of Scottish, Irish, Welsh, Manx & Galician Culture. Experience The Food, Dance, Music, Athletics, Attirs, And History Of The Celtic Heritage.
Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival
Balloon Fiesta Park
www.scotmall.com/celticfestival
Sat, May 17 '08
 Festival/Fair
10:00am-4:00pm
Corrales
505-898-3915
 Heritage Day at Casa San Ysidro
As part of the Heritage Day activities the public is invited to tour the rooms of Casa San Ysidro and enjoy live music and artist demonstrations. Inside the adobe walls visitors will find Spanish Colonial furniture, authentic handwoven floor coverings, hand forged iron tools, an impressive loom made in the late 1700s and a New Deal-era hand carved chair. Museum docents will be on hand to answer questions and share the history of this special house.
Casa San Ysidro
973 Old Church Road
www.cabq.gov/museum/history/casatour.html
Sat, May 17 '08
 Studio Tour
10:00am-5:00pm
Eldorado
505-466-3256
 Eldorado Studio Tour
107 artists participating. Artwork spans the spectrum from traditional fine art to digital art; ceramics; textiles; wearable art; photography; sculpture; stain glass, and jewelry. Preview all of the artists' work at the El Dorado Elementary School. Follow signs from US 285 to Preview Gallery and then to studios. Through 5/18.
Eldorado Studio Tour
El Dorado Elementary School, corner of Avenida Vista Grande and Avenida Torreon
www.eldoradoarts.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
10:00am-3:00pm
Santa Fe
505-983-1777
 Native American Storytellers Event
Program for young children and their parents featuring storytellers and art activities; free.
Institute of American Indian Arts Museum / IAIA
108 Cathedral Place
www.iaiamuseum.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Special Event
11:00am-6:00pm
Albuquerque
505-246-2261
 Matachines!
The first ever gathering of Matachines dance groups from the SW will take place at the NHCC. The dance groups will perform on both Friday and Saturday on the Plaza Mayor. There will also be workshops and panel discussions about the dance inside the Center in the Wells Fargo Auditorium on both afternoons.
National Hispanic Cultural Center
1701 Fourth Street SW
www.nhccnm.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Lecture/Demo
12:00pm-2:00pm
Albuquerque
505-268-9969
 Remembrance
Features Sandra Baca (jeweler), Mabel Culpepper (watermedia), Paula O’Neil (pastel) and Kay Richards (watermedia and collage). Watermedia demo by Kay Richards on 5/17.
Nob Hill Gallery
7400 Montgomery Blvd #19
nobhillartgallery.com
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
1:00pm
Albuquerque
505-268-0044
 Kids Variety Show
A wonderful relaxed performance environment for and by kids of all ages and levels.
Outpost Performance Space
210 Yale SE
www.outpostspace.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Reception
3:00pm-6:00pm
Taos
575-737-5323
 Song of Spring
Group show featuring Dinah Baca, Gail Russell, Jo Anne Paulk, Karen Kerschen, Toni George.
Las Comadres Gallery
228-A Paseo del Pueblo Norte
www.lascomadresgallery.com
Sat, May 17 '08
 Reception
4:00pm-6:00pm
Taos
575-751-1262
 Terry Mulert: Poetry of Earth
Sculpture in mahogany, walnut and maple.
203 Fine Art
203 Ledoux Street
www.203fineart.com
Sat, May 17 '08
 Reception
5:00pm-7:00pm
Taos
575-758-7831
 Stephen C. Datz
Distinctive paintings which display a uniquely personal style, blending masterful compositions, lively color harmonies and bold, skillful brushwork. This year’s show will feature approximately 40 new oil paintings of landscapes from several western states, reflecting Stephen’s wide travels and discoveries over the past year.
Act I Gallery & Sculpture Garden
218 Paseo del Pueblo Norte
www.actonegallery.com
Sat, May 17 '08
 Lecture/Demo
5:00pm-7:00pm
Santa Fe
505-982-4636
 Book Signing with Jonathan Batkin: The Native American Curio Trade in New Mexico
This is a story about artifacts, personalities, innovations, and ultimately the survival of traditions.
Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian
704 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill
www.wheelwright.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
6:00pm
Albuquerque
505-881-8999
 Russian Brilliance
The masters of the Russian arts are on full display as pianist Terrence Wilson performs Prokofiev's masterpiece concerto! Mozart, Piano Concerto No. 21; Shostakovich, Symphony No. 5. Steven Smith, Conductor; Terrence Wilson, piano.
NM Symphony Orchestra - NMSO
Popejoy Hall, UNM Campus
www.nmso.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
7:30pm
Albuquerque
505-268-0044
 Chris Jonas’ The Sun Spits Cherries / The Nakatani/Weaver/Balistreri Trio
Two great NM-based creative ensembles joined by visiting artists. Part improvisation, part composition, layering and juxtaposing materials and focusing on space, color, timbre and interaction.
Outpost Performance Space
210 Yale SE
www.outpostspace.org
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Santa Fe
505-989-8442
 Rahim AlHaj with Zack Kear
Rahim AlHaj, virtuoso oud musician and composer, was born in Baghdad, Iraq and now lives in Albuquerque. Zack Kear is a composer and multi-instrumentalist.
GiG Performance Space
1808 Second Street, Suite H
gigsantafe.com
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Santa Fe
505-988-1234
 Paul Rodriguez and Friends: Comedy Rehab
Enjoy a hilarious, once-in-a-lifetime event hosted by Paul Rodriguez introducing some of his favorite fellow comedians, Gene Pompa, Shayla Rivera and Jeff Garcia. Paul has often been referred to as the ''Richard Pryor and George Carlin of original comedy'' within the Hispanic community. He has starred in over 30 films, countless television series and has performed live to well over one million concert goers from coast to coast.
Lensic Performing Arts Center
211 West San Francisco St
www.lensic.com
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-254-8393
 Cowboys Are My Weakness
A sensually wild ride adapted from the critically-acclaimed novel by Pam Houston. Cowboys… is a collection of strong, shrewd, and very funny stories, in which we meet smart women who are looking for the love of a good man, and men who are wild and hard to pin down. Conceived & adapted for the stage by Myra Platt. Through 5/18.
Tricklock Company
Rodey Theater, UNM Center for the Arts
www.tricklock.com
Sat, May 17 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-345-2872
 Aloha, Say the Pretty Girls
A play by Naomi Iizuka directed by Rebeca Mayoga. Seven actors from Albuquerque’s In Strange Company play characters which collide as strangers and friends, lovers and acquaintances in diverse areas of the globe, including Alaska, Hawaii, New York City and Inner Borneo.
VSA North Fourth Art Center / N4th Gallery
4904 4th Street NW
www.vsartsnm.org
Sun, May 18 '08
 Studio Tour
10:00am-5:00pm
Eldorado
505-466-3256
 Eldorado Studio Tour
107 artists participating. Artwork spans the spectrum from traditional fine art to digital art; ceramics; textiles; wearable art; photography; sculpture; stain glass, and jewelry. Preview all of the artists' work at the El Dorado Elementary School. Follow signs from US 285 to Preview Gallery and then to studios. Through 5/18.
Eldorado Studio Tour
El Dorado Elementary School, corner of Avenida Vista Grande and Avenida Torreon
www.eldoradoarts.org
Sun, May 18 '08
 Festival/Fair
10:30am-4:30pm
Albuquerque
505-768-3555
 Festival of Asian Cultures 2008
Listen to music, taste Asian foods, and watch performances. Participating Cultural Groups include: Cambodian, Chinese, East Indian, Filipino, Hawaiian, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Lao, Middle Eastern, Nepali, Tahitian, Thai and Vietnamese.
City of Albuquerque Special Events
Special Events Division / Civic Plaza
www.cabq.gov/crs/specialevents.html
Sun, May 18 '08
 Reception
1:00pm-4:00pm
Santa Fe
505-982-4636 x102
 Dreaming the West: Inspirations from a By-Gone Era
Featuring new work by Mike Bird-Romero, San Juan Silversmith and Elizabeth Manygoats, Navajo Folk Artist.
Case Trading Post
Wheelwright Museum
www.casetradingpost.com
Sun, May 18 '08
 Lecture/Demo
2:00pm-4:30pm
Bernalillo
505-867-5351
 John Gaw Meem and the New Deal
Lecture & Tour by Luis ''G. L.'' Castillo, architect. Tour Meem Visitor Center.
Coronado State Monument
485 Kuaua Road
www.nmmonuments.org/about.php?_instid=CORO
Sun, May 18 '08
 Performance
2:00pm
Albuquerque
505-766-9412
 Boston Marriage by David Mamet
Boston Marriage centers on two women, Anna and Claire, struggling to negotiate the intricate twists and turns of their complex relationships with one another as well as others in their household. Directed by Robb Sisneros. Through May 18.
Fusion Theatre Company
The Cell Theatre at 700 1st Street NW
www.fusionabq.org
Sun, May 18 '08
 Performance
2:00pm
Albuquerque
505-881-8999
 Russian Brilliance
The masters of the Russian arts are on full display as pianist Terrence Wilson performs Prokofiev's masterpiece concerto! Mozart, Piano Concerto No. 21; Shostakovich, Symphony No. 5. Steven Smith, Conductor; Terrence Wilson, piano.
NM Symphony Orchestra - NMSO
National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth Street SW
www.nmso.org
Sun, May 18 '08
 Performance
2:00pm
Albuquerque
505-254-8393
 Cowboys Are My Weakness
A sensually wild ride adapted from the critically-acclaimed novel by Pam Houston. Cowboys… is a collection of strong, shrewd, and very funny stories, in which we meet smart women who are looking for the love of a good man, and men who are wild and hard to pin down. Conceived & adapted for the stage by Myra Platt. Through 5/18.
Tricklock Company
Rodey Theater, UNM Center for the Arts
www.tricklock.com
Sun, May 18 '08
 Performance
2:00pm
Albuquerque
505-345-2872
 Aloha, Say the Pretty Girls
A play by Naomi Iizuka directed by Rebeca Mayoga. Seven actors from Albuquerque’s In Strange Company play characters which collide as strangers and friends, lovers and acquaintances in diverse areas of the globe, including Alaska, Hawaii, New York City and Inner Borneo.
VSA North Fourth Art Center / N4th Gallery
4904 4th Street NW
www.vsartsnm.org
Sun, May 18 '08
 Special Event
5:00pm
Santa Fe
505-983-1414
 Gala Wine & Art Auction
Fundraiser for the Santa Fe Symphony featuring wine and art by Carol Anthony, Susan Contreras, Elias Rivera, William Lumpkins and more.
Santa Fe Symphony Orch & Chorus
La Fonda Hotel, 100 East San Francisco
www.sf-symphony.org
Sun, May 18 '08
 Performance
7:30pm
Albuquerque
505-232-9868
Mark Olson / Boris McCutcheon
Mark Olson was a founding member of The Jayhawks, the most acclaimed band to emerge out of the alt-country scene. He left the Jayhawks in 1996, after the release of the band's biggest-selling album, Tomorrow The Green Grass, but continued to record music with his new band, The Creekdippers, at his new home in the California desert.
AMP - Albuquerque Music Presenters
The Cooperage, 7220 Lomas Blvd NE
abqmusic.com
Sun, May 18 '08
 Performance
8:00pm
Albuquerque
505-766-9412
 Boston Marriage by David Mamet
Boston Marriage centers on two women, Anna and Claire, struggling to negotiate the intricate twists and turns of their complex relationships with one another as well as others in their household. Directed by Robb Sisneros. Through May 18.
Fusion Theatre Company
The Cell Theatre at 700 1st Street NW
www.fusionabq.org
Sun, May 18 '08
 Exhibition
Santa Fe
505-982-4636
 From the Railroad to Route 66: The Native American Curio Trade in New Mexico
The rich, complex and controversial story of the curio trade in New Mexico is told for the first time. It is not only a story about artifacts, but of personalities, innovations, perseverance and ultimately the survival of traditions. FIRST DAY of new exhibition.
Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian
704 Camino Lejo, on Museum Hill
www.wheelwright.org

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