Auditions
Kids and Adults are welcome to audition for The Some What True Tales of Robin Hood...more
The Luxe Fashion Group is accepting designer sumbissions....more
VP Records accepts submissions from Dancehall and Reggae musicians...more
South Arts has a position available for a new Executive Director...more
Students are encouraged to enter the Creative Communication contests for writers...more
Artist Insight
Indie Booksellers
What Blue Chip Galleries can teach us about social media networking....more
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Loretta Lynn celebrates 50 years in Entertainment: The Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame interview...more
Bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs dies at 88 in Nashville, Tennessee...more
Ten terrific travel writing tips....more
Two finalists emerge to replace Villella at Miami City Ballet.....more
Janet Rodriguez completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in fine arts in the field of Ceramics from the University of Dallas, Irving, Texas in May, 1972. In 1979 she received a Master of Religious Education from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas. She taught pottery at Ursuline Academy in Dallas from August of 1972 to May of 1979 and at Nolan High School in Fort Worth from August of 1979 to May of 1983, taking commissions and creating her own works in her spare time. In August of 1983 she went into pottery business full time, opening Hart Street Pottery in East Fort Worth. This is a studio for the production and sale of functional and decorative wheel-thrown and hand-built pottery. In 1995 a teaching studio was added where Janet teaches classes on a regular basis.
Her works are made from white stoneware clay fired in a gas kiln to 2350 F. This type of clay and firing produces a highly durable ware with rich colors. These rich and brilliant, yet often soft and subtle, colors have become a hallmark of her work. Manipulated edges and cut rims are also identifying traits of her creations. The line of work Janet makes includes such functional items as baskets, mugs, bowls, pitchers, cookware, serving pieces, canisters and some religious altar ware. Her unique hand built pots combine layers of rich texture, varied glaze applications, and unusual shapes.
A native Texan, Janet resides in Fort Worth, Texas with her husband, Joe, and daughters, Jessica and Jane. In addition to selling from her studio, Janet has sold her work at fine art fairs such as Cottonwood Art Festival, Richardson, Texas, Ruidoso Art Festival, Ruidoso, New Mexico, Royal Oak Clay and Glass Show, Royal Oak, Michigan, Rockport Art Festival, Rockport, Texas, and Artfest, Dallas Texas.
YouthPLAYS accepts material from new authors. Writers can submit plays or musicals that are family orientated. Submissions should be in PDF format, include the author’s biography and a cast breakdown.
For full details visit the YouthPLAY’s website.
New Authors
1) The Songwriters Guild of America and Sound Healthcare
2) Writer’s Digest Writing Competitions
3) South Arts: Building a better South through the Arts
Artist Resources
Quote of the Month
“ Ultimately you need to be confident. You need to have people believe in you. You have to be a leader and even if you’re unsure & insecure…. Don’t show it. Go with strength, conviction, and confidence.”
- - Calvin Klein is a well known figure in the fashion and entertainment industries. He created the Calvin Klein fashion house over 44 years ago.
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The Birmingham Children’s Theatre costume shop has positions available for stitchers.
Qualified individuals should send a cover letter and resume to Dane Peterson.
All interested submissions should have experience, be able to attend all meetings, and know how to use a sewing machine.
Artist Insight
October 2011
Johnny Cupcakes:How to Run a Company
Artist Insight
August 2011
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September 2011
Behind the Scenes Positions
Stage Directors & Choreographers
Artist Insight
November 2011
Artist Insight
December 2011
The Stage Directors & Choreographers Society, also known as SDC, is a labor union that protects the rights of its members. Created over 30 years ago, the organization offers health plans and pension benefits.
To learn more about the union’s services visit SDC today.
Auditions
Arts Education
The University of Central Florida is working with other schools and institutes to introduce China’s artistic culture to English speaking individuals.
Knowledgeable artists looking to contribute to the community should visit the ChinaVine.org interactive website.
Artist Insight
Jan/Feb 2012
In an interview with itsbongoboy.com Johnny Earle shares insight on how to create a successful company.
The American Booksellers Association is a non –profit organization dedicated to the independent bookstores found in Canada and the US. The company offers educational resources in marketing, finances, management and more.
For additional details click on the photo above.
Roles for Singers & Dancers
Ages: 6-60
Youth
PLAYS
