Hillsboro Arts & Culture Events Calendar

Walters: Family Art Night

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:30 -0700

Gather the family and join us for an evening of art and fun! Use mediums like clay, paint, collage and more to create masterpieces either individually or as a family. All supplies are included.

All ages, under 12 must be with an adult.

Writing Workshop- How To Build A Conversation

jacobsensbooks@yahoo.com (Tina Jacobsen) — Thu, 17 May 2012 19:00 -0700

May 3, 17, 24 & June 7 Learn how to carry on a dialog without saying a word! For the first half of this workshop, we will learn the theories of interpersonal communication as they apply to those quasi-humans known as characters. We will cover how to convey unspoken messages through narrative and the most effective ways of laying out dialog to maintain pacing. In the last two weeks of the workshop, we will analyze sample chapters to determine which methods were applied successfully and which were not. We will use these tools to create our own trial communications between characters from different points of view.

DANGEROUS LIAISONS

audra@bagnbaggage.org | (503) 345-9590, ext. 150 (Audra L. Petrie) — Thu, 17 May 2012 19:30 -0700

Previews Wed May 9 and Thursday May 10; opening night is Fri Mar 11. Runs through May 27. Thurs, Fri, Sat, 7:30 pm; Sun 2:00 pm One of the most acclaimed scripts of the last 30 years comes to sexy, stylish life at The Venetian. Dangerous Liaisons tells the story of rivals Marquise De Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont who use sex and passion as a weapon in their thrilling game of revenge and power. Our production will be one of the most jaw dropping and heart stopping versions of the play you will ever see! In pre-Revolutionary France, the Marquise de Merteuil and her sometime lover the Vicomte de Valmont amuse themselves by plotting the seduction of two women of virtue: the virginal Cécile Volanges and the respectably married Mme de Tourvel. But as their cynical game proceeds, the players’ motives grow deeper – and more deadly. This Olivier Award-winning drama is based on a sensationally popular novel so scandalous that it was banned in the 19th century as an outrage to public morality. Audiences may be familiar with the story through the 1988 film version starring John Malkovich and Glenn Close or the updated, modernized version Cruel Intentions starring Sarah Michelle Gellar and Ryan Phillipe in 1999. Directed by Bag&Baggage regular Patrick Spike, with costumes and sets designed by Gregory Pulver (who was responsible for our stunning costumes and sets in The Importance of Being Earnest, Romeo and Juliet, and Twelfth Night), our Dangerous Liaisons will have all the passion, scandal and intrigue that only Bag&Baggage can bring! Note: Dangerous Liaisons deals with mature subject matter and includes brief nudity and sexual content. The subject matter of this play is most appropriate for audiences ages 18 and older. Tickets: $25 (adults), $19 (seniors & students), $12 (previews) at www.bagnbaggage.org or phone 503-345-9590 May 9 – May 27. Previews Wed May 9 and Thursday May 10; opening night is Fri Mar 11. Runs through May 27. Thurs, Fri, Sat, 7:30 pm; Sun 2:00 pm At The Venetian Theatre, 253 E. Main St., Hillsboro, OR 97123

Walters: Claude Bourbon

Fri, 18 May 2012 19:30 -0700

Guitarist Claude Bourbon has performed and studied all over the world; he has crafted an unbelievable fusion of classical and jazz, with ethereal Eastern influences, Spanish and Latin elements with strains of Western folk. www.claudebourbon.org Tickets are $10/advance, $12/day of show.

Jon Koonce

Fri, 18 May 2012 20:00 -0700

Enjoy the music of Veteran Portland Musician, Jon Koonce at Hillsboro's newest venue, Primrose & Tumbleweeds located at 248 E. Main Street. Wine tasting available, handcraft beer, full bar. Also a delicious menu.

Java Rock Café: Battle of the Bands

Fri, 18 May 2012 21:00 -0700

Java Rock Café provides a center stage opportunity for high school students, ages 14 - 19, to perform their own music.

Join them while you:

• Sip some Sweet Coffee

• Hang with your Friends

• Play Board Games

• Enjoy Great Music

October - May

Begins at 9:00 p.m.

1st & 3rd Friday of the Month

Battle of the Bands Unplugged

9:00 p.m. on May 18th

Musician Details

• All band members must be 14 – 19 years of age

• Selected bands will have a 30 minute set

• You will be asked to audition or provide a recording

• Each band needs to provide song lyrics with application

• No swearing, crude, or violent lyrics

• No full drum kits

• Java Rock Café will not provide compensation
for performance

• Sound provided by Java Rock Café

• Insomnia Coffee Company has a piano for your use

Get more details from

http://www.ci.hillsboro.or.us/ParksRec/Youth

http://www.myspace.com/javarockcafe

Nothing Up My Sleeve!

cindy.stagesacademy@gmail.com (Cindy Wilkins) — Sat, 19 May 2012 09:00 -0700

Ages: 12-18 Learn the fine art of close up magic with cards and easy to make gimmicks and gaffs. You will learn some basic hand manipulation and presentation to amaze and entertain your audience. All materials will be provided Location: Tyson Recreational Center 1880 NE Griffin Oaks Street Hillsboro, Oregon Fee: $35 Space is limited

Photoshop for Artist

Sat, 19 May 2012 09:30 -0700

With Linda Rothchild Ollis learn to see, not just imagine, changes to a painting before committing paint to canvas by using digital images and Photoshop Elements. A class designed for those with little or no photo editing experience. You will learn new skills to move your creativity forward. Bring a laptop pre loaded with Photoshop elements software. Take home edited, realistic or abstract digital images created from original images. Three day workshop, May 19, 26 and June 9; 9:30-2, $138; preregistration needed. Sequoia Gallery + Studios, Hillsboro, 136 SE 3rd, Hillsboro; 503-693-0401

Hillsboro World Expedition

iriss@ci.hillsboro.or.us, 503-615-3410 (Iris Smith) — Sat, 19 May 2012 12:30 -0700

It’s the Amazing Race Hillsboro style! Trek around the world, experience the adventure, meet the challenges and build teamwork all without leaving Hillsboro. The Hillsboro World Expedition takes place Saturday, May 19 with teams traveling to seven different parks, representing seven different countries. In each “country” teams will attempt to eat native food, discover interesting facts about indigenous people and accomplish an adventure task. A team journal will be provided for you to record your journey. Don’t forget your cameras! This is a fun, rain or shine event for families, friends or co-workers. Drivers must be at least 18 years of age and must present a valid driver’s license at the beginning of the event. All members must be wearing a seat belt. Meet at 12:30 pm at the Hillsboro Stadium picnic shelter (4450 NW 229th Ave, enter through gate B). Registration deadline is Friday, May 18. Call (503) 681-5397 to register. $40/car load.

Library: Japanese Storytime

Sat, 19 May 2012 13:15 -0700

Volunteers share stories in Japanese along with fun activities. International Storytimes are a fun way to be exposed to a new language or enjoy a language that you already know!

Hillsboro Main Library, 2850 Brookwood Pkwy, Hillsboro

EJ Baeza, Guitar

Sat, 19 May 2012 20:30 -0700

Enjoy the music of EJ Baeza at Hillsboro's newest venue, Primrose & Tumbleweeds located at 248 E. Main Street. Wine tasting available, handcraft beer, full bar. Also a delicious menu.

DANGEROUS LIAISONS

audra@bagnbaggage.org | (503) 345-9590, ext. 150 (Audra L. Petrie) — Sun, 20 May 2012 14:00 -0700