Opening Reception Friday, June 6th, 2008 * 6pm-8pm Location: Cosi Cafe and Restaurant 545 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ (201) 963-0533 Gina Marr is a painter and illustrator based out of Jersey City, NJ. Blending elements from Japanese manga, fashion illustration, and pop surrealist art, her portraits depict young women wrapped up in world of fantasy. Using a clean graphic style, Gina's imagery explores the duality of strength and frailty found in many young women like herself. The characters in her work exude an air of both innocence and allure, engaging the viewer with their captivating gaze. Love, femininity and self-discovery are central themes throughout her work. Contact: Emily Helck, Curator Barrier-free A JC Fridays Event www.jcfridays.com

"Three" 2008

About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience.

About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.

                   ACTING FOR ADULTS:

Developing Your Voice on Stage

5-week acting course offered this spring by

CHRISTINE GOODMAN

Founder/Executive Artistic Director, Art House Productions

Producer, Writer and Professional Actor

 

ACTING FOR ADULTS' comprehensive approach to actor craft will help you embrace yourself as an actor -- in a safe, supportive environment. This class is for adults who would like to explore the basics of acting and gain tools to help them feel more confident on stage when speaking or performing in public.

 

Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm

Nov. 4 – Dec. 9, 2008

 

Location: Art House Productions at Hamilton Square

1 McWilliams Place, Roof * Jersey City, NJ

(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie St./8th St.)

 

$200 (Sign up before May 2nd for an additional $10 off!)

ALL STUDENTS MUST RESERVE BY MAY 12, 2008

 

ACTING FOR BEGINNERS Course includes:

* How to acknowledge the audience -- and then forget them

* Facing the fear and using it to your advantage

* Is it all a lie? Staying truthful on stage

* Making the magic: how to bring a monologue to life

 

For more information, or to reserve space, email info@arthouseproductions.org or call (201) 915-9911

 

www.arthouseproductions.org

Curated by Beverly Sommer

For artist and purchase information, contact art@arthouseproductions.org or call 201.915.9911

About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience. To submit artwork for consideration, please contact Beverly Sommer at art@arthouseproductions.org

About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.

Art House Productions presents

JC FRIDAYS
A full day of free arts events in Jersey City!
spring * SUMMER * winter * fall

FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2008

* art
* performance
* music
* film

JC Fridays is a full day of free arts events held throughout Jersey City, where local businesses and arts organizations join together to celebrate art and culture in Jersey City. All events are open to the public.

Programs include art openings and exhibits, spoken word, music, dance, film/video screenings, theater and alternative performance.

**3RD YEAR ANNIVERSARY EVENT**
Happy Birthday, JC Fridays!

For a full listing of JC Fridays events, please visit www.jcfridays.com or email info@jcfridays.com.

AUDITIONS
Saturday, May 3rd, 2008
12-4pm

Art House Productions is casting Sea Story, an original, mythical adventure set on the high seas. Jack Halpin, Dir.; Christine Goodman, Artistic Dir. Rehearsals start May 7. Performances run June 12-28 at Art House Productions in downtown Jersey City, NJ.

Seeking? 6 Women, ages 18-40, all types and ethnicities to create a society of women living aboard a ship. Harbormaster: 35-50, any ethnicity, gruff, character actor who appears in several roles throughout play. Bob: 18-38, sweet-faced, gentle, nonsexual poet who lives aboard ship with the women. Also seeking crew?Stage Manager; Crew: 2 person crew to run show with SM, assist with backstage and onstage changeovers.

Auditions will be held on Saturday, May 3, 12-4 p.m. at Art House Productions, 1 McWilliams Place, 6th Floor, Jersey City (8 blocks from Grove St. PATH near Erie St/8th).

Directions:
Prepare a 2 min. monologue that shows you off best (classical OK). Bring headshot/resume. If you cannot attend, mail Art House Productions, PO Box 3264, Jersey City, NJ 07303 or email seastorycasting@gmail.com. Nonunion. Some pay.

2ND ANNUAL SNOW BALL
January 26, 2008

View the Press Release about SnowBall!

View the Mayor's letter about SnowBall!

View sponsor and silent auction information!

Click here to view photos from the event!

SNOWBALL from LE ARSENAL AV on Vimeo.

Art House Productions and Cosi Restaurant present
Loren Abbate

Viewing Hours: M–F from 6am–8pm, Weekends from 7:30am–6pm

The Cosi Gallery at Cosi Restaurant and Café
535 Washington Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07310
(Directly outside of the Pavonia/Newport PATH, across Washington Blvd.)

6pm-8pm ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS presents "New Works for a New Audience," featuring a wine and cheese Opening Reception for painter and photographer Loren Abbate. Abbate's artwork is most inspired by cultures in history, natural wonders and world travel. Curated by Beverly Sommer. Show runs March 7 - April 20. Cosi Cafe and Restaurant, 545 Washington Blvd, 201-963-0533. Barrier-free

Loren Abbate is a painter and photographer. She is also an art educator at a small high school in Manhattan. Loren's artwork is most inspired by cultures in history, natural wonders and world travel. Loren is passionate about using her creativity and teaching experience toward humanitarian efforts both locally and abroad. Having lived in Italy, Boston and New York for brief times, Loren considers herself a true Jersey Girl (minus the long nails). She has been living in Jersey City for nearly two years.

Curated by Beverly Sommer

For artist and purchase information, contact art@arthouseproductions.org or call 201.915.9911

About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience. To submit artwork for consideration, please contact Beverly Sommer at art@arthouseproductions.org

About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.

Art House Productions presents

HUDSON COUNTY ART SLAM!!

A powerful exhibition of over 20 contemporary artists with
live music, visual inspiration & interactive creativity.

Additional Viewing Hours
Saturday, March 8th, 2-6pm
A JC Fridays Event

Art House Productions
at Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th)
Barrier-free

Join us for a SLAM! of astronomic proportions
Hosted by Roland Ramos

VISUAL ARTISTS
Gordon Fraser
Laura Stagnaro Martinez
Hyphen-One
Ali Brief
Amy Bauer
Camilo Godoy
Gene Wisniewski
Roxana Marroquin
David Ribyat
Scet
Chris Kappmeier
K. Shelton
Felix Gosse
Ramon Arcadio
Henry Hechavarria
Sauman Choy
Robert David
Leo Genese
Nukem
Dave Calamoneri
Christine Goodman
"Saint" Marcelo Dos Santos
Wase
John Ruddy
Christina Villaflor
Matt Fricovsky
Paola Restrepo


MUSIC
Bioluminessence
Sailors in Rags
Lloyd United
Terrence McManus

Support provided by LaOla.org

***ALL ARTWORK FOR SALE***
***Cutting edge artwork at unoppressive prices***

We now accept all major credit cards

For more information, please contact
info@arthouseproductions.org or call (201) 915-9911

www.arthouseproductions.org

Art House Productions presents

HUDSON COUNTY ART SLAM!!

A powerful exhibition of over 20 contemporary artists with
live music, visual inspiration & interactive creativity.

FRIDAY, MARCH 7TH, 2008 * 7:30PM-12AM * FREE!
A JC Fridays Event

Art House Productions
at Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th)
Barrier-free

Join us for a SLAM! of astronomic proportions
Hosted by Roland Ramos

VISUAL ARTISTS
Gordon Fraser
Laura Stagnaro Martinez
Hyphen-One
Ali Brief
Amy Bauer
Camilo Godoy
Gene Wisniewski
Roxana Marroquin
David Ribyat
Scet
Chris Kappmeier
K. Shelton
Felix Gosse
Ramon Arcadio
Henry Hechavarria
Sauman Choy
Robert David
Leo Genese
Nukem
Dave Calamoneri
Christine Goodman
"Saint" Marcelo Dos Santos
Wase
John Ruddy
Christina Villaflor
Matt Fricovsky
Paola Restrepo


MUSIC
Bioluminessence
Sailors in Rags
Lloyd United
Terrence McManus

Support provided by LaOla.org

***ALL ARTWORK FOR SALE***
***Cutting edge artwork at unoppressive prices***

We now accept all major credit cards

For more information, please contact
info@arthouseproductions.org or call (201) 915-9911

www.arthouseproductions.org

Art House Productions and Cosi Restaurant present
Melanie Vasa and Randi Wolfman
Opening Reception: January 31st, 2008 6-8 PM

Randi Wolfman, Curves in Blue

Melanie Vasa, Crouched Closer to the Floor

Viewing Hours: M–F from 6am–8pm, Weekends from 7:30am–6pm

The Cosi Gallery at Cosi Restaurant and Café
535 Washington Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07310
(Directly outside of the Pavonia/Newport PATH, across Washington Blvd.)

Melanie's hand processed photographs comment on permanence, place, and perspective. Toned in sepia and green, these exquisite square prints remind viewers of the importance of looking closely and the inevitable decay of landscapes.

Randi's beautiful formal paintings highlight form, body, and elegance. The soft shapes and subtle pastels are reminiscent of paintings by Georgia O'Keeffe.

Curated by Beverly Sommer

For artist and purchase information, contact art@arthouseproductions.org or call 201.915.9911

About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience. To submit artwork for consideration, please contact Beverly Sommer at art@arthouseproductions.org

About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.

Art House Productions and Cosi Restaurant present
ANDY CASTILLO: Allegories of Colors
Opening Reception: Wednesday, December 12th, 6pm–8pm

December 12th, 2007–January 20th, 2008
Viewing Hours: M–F from 6am–8pm, Weekends from 7:30am–6pm

The Cosi Gallery at Cosi Restaurant and Café
535 Washington Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07310
(Directly outside of the Pavonia/Newport PATH, across Washington Blvd.)

Andy Castillo was born in March 29, 1973 in the town of Cotuí, Dominican Republic. Son of José Castillo dedicated to cultivate the land and His mother Zulima Rivas a respected University Spanish language professor. Living in Cotui he completed his elementary education, always showing a strong aptitude for the arts inspired by the forms of the land in this agrarian community. In 1989, he entered the San Francisco de Macoris School of Fine Arts, where he studied musical reading and elementary piano for 2 years. In 1991, he was accepted to the National Conservatory of Music, but decided to follow his calling for the Fine Arts at the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo (UASD), where he obtained his degree in advertising. After he graduated from (UASD), he began working as a Graphic Designer for the Listin Diario the biggest Dominican Newspaper; he was in charge of the daily front cover layouts for the sports section. He left his job to continue his career as a Fine Art when hi obtained a full scholarship of to studied fine arts at “Altos de Chavon” The School of Design in the Dominican Republic. Here he improves the principles of art and design. Upon completion, he was awarded a scholarship to Parsons School of Design in New York City in illustration. He currently works at "RSP Media as a Senior Photo Retoucher, illustrator and Graphic Designer of catalogues, and advertisements for high jewelry, fashion and beauty and products. Andy remains active in the arts by developing personal projects focused on life experiences in the Dominican Republic and in NY, always exploring the media that he has learned, and experimenting with new techniques.

Curated by Beverly Sommer

For artist and purchase information, contact art@arthouseproductions.org or call 201.915.9911

About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience. To submit artwork for consideration, please contact Beverly Sommer at art@arthouseproductions.org

About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.

Art House Productions presents

THE UKULADIES!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, 2007
Shows at 8:30 and 10pm
Free!

Don't miss this sister act with a lust for life and its idle curiosities

Featuring Genevieve (banjo uke, toy piano, flute, glockenspiel)
Jimmy Lou (uke, violin, saw)
The Nearly Reverend Mary (kazoo, cow moos)
Cousin Bunnie (tap, washboard, toy accordion, etceteras).

Cowboy love songs, 1920's medleys, originals, unexpected treats!

8:30 and 10pm performances feature COMPLETELY DIFFERENT SETS!

Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Pl, Roof, Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th St.)
Wheelchair Accessible

This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com

Mayor Healy Honors Art House Productions December 5, 2007

Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy along with several city agencies will honor Art House Productions for their innovative JC Fridays which links arts and business and will announce its expansion during a 2 p.m. press conference on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007, at City Hall, 280 Grove Street.

Read the press release
Read about it in The Current

Picture © Diana Schwaeble, Hudson Current 2007

Art House Productions presents

Acting for Beginners
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2007






Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Pl, Roof, Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th St.)
Wheelchair Accessible

This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com

Art House Productions Presents


MALADJUSTED
The American premiere of Irish playwright Derek O'Connor's funny and moving short play.
A security guard comes to, finding himself bound
and gagged in an empty office building.

It wasn't meant to be like this.


STARRING
Laurence Lowry*

DIRECTED BY
Jack Halpin

TICKETS
$12, $8 students/seniors
Group rates available
Call 866.811.4111
Or visit WWW.THEATERMANIA.COM

LOCATION
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square, 1 McWilliams Place, Roof, Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St/8th)
Wheelchair accessible

Running time: 90 minutes
(Includes a surprise performance every night at the top of the show!)

Please enjoy our current art installation, THE ACCUMULATION PROJECT, before and after "Maladjusted." Curated by Other Leading Brand. www.accumulationproject.org

This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible with the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square. For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com

*Appearing Courtesy of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Stage Managers in the United States, appearing under a Special Appearance Contract.

Art House Productions’
CAMINO REAL
by Tennessee Williams

March 2nd – 24th, 2007
Tickets: $15, $12 students/seniors
group rates available

Art House Productions proudly presents "Camino Real," a seminal, rarely produced work by one of America's greatest playwrights, Tennessee Williams. Join us for a theatrical journey with puppets, mask, film/video and dance through the Camino Real, a lost and desperate land peopled by hustlers, dreamers, lovers and legends.

Forget everything you know about conventional theatre
- Ahn Behrens, Waterfront Journal

Show Dates
Friday, March 2nd**, Saturday, March 3rd
Thursday, March 8th, Friday, March 9th, Saturday, March 10th
Thursday, March 15th**, Friday, March 16th**, Saturday, March 17th
Thursday, March 22nd, Friday, March 23rd, Saturday, March 24th

For tickets
Call toll free at 866.811.4111
or visit www.theatermania.com

Victory Hall
186 Grand St, Jersey City, NJ
(6 blocks from the Grove St. PATH)
FREE PARKING

Directions and Group Sales
www.arthouseproductions.org or 201.915.9911

Starring: Fred Backus, Eytan Bayme, Steven Capo, Maggie Cino, Katherine Damigos, Liz Douglas, Jason A. Drago, Carlo Fiorletta, Sarah Ashford Hart, Richard Kirkwood, Nathan Kosla, Alicia Kurzer, John Mulcahy, Ronnie Newman*, Juliet O’Brien, D. Pedroza, Chip Peoples, Duncan Pflaster, Roland Ramos, David Ribyat, Heather Lee Rogers, Chris Sena*, Maria Silverman*, Cem Uyanik

Christine Goodman, Producing Artistic Director
Jack Halpin, Director
Nyugen E. Smith, Set Designer
Jeanne Zacarias, Choreographer
Janine Slaker, Video Designer
Sarah Ashford Hart, Mask and Puppet Designer
Sean Brosnan, Lighting Designer
Don Heineck, Technical Director
Maeve Sweeney, Stage Manager
Annie Kessler, Production Associate

* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States, appearing under a Special Appearance Contract


SPECIAL EVENTS

**March 2: A JC Fridays event. Join us for a post-show reception from 10:30pm-11:30pm, to mingle with cast and crew and explore the set designed by Jersey City artist Nyugen Smith

**March 15: Sign language interpreter, assisted listening devices available (reserve at 201.915.9911 or by emailing info@arthouseproductions.org

**March 16: Please join us for a post-show talk with cast and crew moderated by Art House Productions' Producing Artistic Director, Christine Goodman

Art House Productions Presents

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Fifteen years ago, paintings by Rembrandt, Degas, Vermeer and others were stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, MA, leaving a massive hole in the collection of one of the world's foremost patrons of the arts. Although these works are valued at over $500 million, they are considered by many to be priceless. Due to stipulations in Ms. Gardner's will, the museum could not be altered after her death, leaving huge spaces of bare gallery wall where the art once hung.

Right now, Jersey City, NJ, is experiencing a similar sense of artistic loss. Due to struggles over space and property development, artists who once resided in the Powerhouse Arts District have been forced to vacate their studios and homes. The heartbeat and creative force of Jersey City lives on, but hundreds of artists who once lived and worked together do so separately now, and many have left town by necessity. The arts community is rebuilding with fervor, but there is no denying that Jersey City was wounded terribly by this loss within the Powerhouse Arts District.

In November 2005, Art House Productions will present The Heist Project, an exciting, collaborative, multimedia play exploring these two true stories. The Heist Project is a "living art exhibit" where modern interpretations of the stolen Gardner works come to life with actual actors inside of the paintings (dialogue to be created by area poets and writers). Ultimately, The Heist Project is meant to be a reflection of the value our society places on its art and artists.

The Heist Project will take place in Victory Hall's 4,000 sq ft. third floor space. The show will open on Friday, November 4, 2005 and performances continue on Thursdays - Saturdays at 8pm. Performance schedule is as follows: November 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19. VICTORY HALL is at 186 Grand St. (at Marin Blvd.) in Jersey City (do not use this as a mailing address). For more information about Art House Productions, visit www.arthouseproductions.org.