Community matters because it creates art. And by art we mean anything that is expressed from the imagination. Community means investing time, energy, and talent into a collective imagination. A vision.
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Art is infused into everything we see, touch, hear, and feel. It’s the the words we read, the movies we watch, the furniture we sit on, the shoes on our feet, the car we drive, the bridge we cross. Art innovates. Art transforms. Art connects.
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We’ve been working hard to navigate our new reality and to reimagine and re-create the MAC within it. We’ve spent the last few months listening to the needs and desires of our artists, patrons, and community so that we could reshape the MAC in a way that serves as many people as possible - in new and innovative ways. We now have the beginnings of THE MAC: RECREATED - a slate of online and outdoor events straight from the heart of the arts.
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A Message From The Heart (of the Arts)
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Black Matter by Shanna T Melton. There is nothing more to say. Just listen… really LISTEN from beginning to end.
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Think of a beautiful piece of choreography, a magnificent work of art, an inspiring symphony. Do you remember the moment? That graceful, grace-filled moment?
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‘Love and Light’ always abound in Milford, CT. Never more than now! At times, you’d never know that we are in the middle of a global pandemic. Sure, we’re physically distancing, but in many ways we're more connected than ever. This ‘small city with big heart’ has risen to its reputation as acts of kindness and encouragement, creativity, and Springtime beauty collectively cloak the darkness. There’s creativity everywhere! We’d like to shine a light on …
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During this time of social isolation, we can be your point of connection. Please give us the honor of becoming the place where you embrace your ‘inner creative.’ Sing, dance, show us your works of art, play your instrument, read your poetry… Starting today, we will be sharing our Facebook platform for you to do just that! Simply email us your short video or images to info@milfordarts.org and …
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The Milford Arts Council Board of Directors spread a lot of cheer last night the minute they opened the doors of the MAC to the community at 6pm. Their First Annual Wine and Spirits Festival Benefit on March 5, 2020 was a splashing success!
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by guest writer, Bert Bernardi Co-Producer of Pantochino
I grew up on “I Love Lucy.” And I was fascinated by Ricky’s Tropicana Club! It was a nightclub with a band, a singer, special guests and acts—a roomful of small tables with candles and well dressed couples enjoying cocktails and…
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by guest writer, Io Escu As an artist, one of the most important aspects of professional development is the portfolio. Whether you are a student applying for school, an artist trying to contact galleries, or a creative professional looking for your next project, your portfolio is your biggest asset in communicating your value and talent. Here are some things to think about when creating your portfolio:
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On February 14, 2020 Clayton W. Ward posted the top ten trends that will impact the arts on the Americans for the Arts website. The news is both fascinated and encouraging
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It’s our Executive Director’s birthday week, and although she is probably going to turn every embarrassing shade on the color wheel after she reads this post, we want to honor Paige Miglio for her impact on the arts here and beyond.
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Our annual Member Exhibit is one way that we show our appreciation to and celebrate our MAC Family. A non-juried, open-themed exhibit of 2-dimensional work, the Member Exhibit showcases the art work of Milford Arts Council’s members.
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Have you ever wondered why we create theatre and why we go to see it; why we are drawn to coming together and sitting elbow-to-elbow (or sometimes knee-to-knee!) in the darkness, watching and listening to stories both real and imagined, new and old?
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Nearly one year ago, we decided that we needed, wanted, had to share the #heartofthearts as we know it. TODAY is the day that we do it. On ‘Inspire Your Heart With Art Day’ - a day that celebrates the arts - we present to you…
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Nearly one year ago, we decided that we needed, wanted, had to share the #heartofthearts as we know it.
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Inspire Your Heart With Art Day (JANUARY 31ST) was created as a way to celebrate all forms of art and the effect it has on your heart. As we head into the favorite month for the #heartofthearts, we want to celebrate this day with power! How about celebrating with us by…
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The Artstrings series seeks to warm your heart and shine light on all the ways that creative and artistic experiences can transform people, communities, and the world. We hope these stories inspire you to become part of a much bigger story - a story that means so much to so many.
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Nationally, the nonprofit arts industry generated $166.3 billion of economic activity in 2015—$63.8 billion in spending by arts and cultural organizations and an additional $102.5 billion in event-related expenditures by their audiences. This activity supported 4.6 million jobs and generated $27.5 billion in revenue to local, state, and federal governments.
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