News & Press February ’12
Front Row Podcast
Front Row - The SOPAC Podcast
Front Row – The
New SOPAC Podcast
Hosted by Teisha Bader
Front Row is a monthly podcast offering an inside
perspective on artists appearing at SOPAC. Teisha Bader sits down with the artists to discuss their upcoming show at SOPAC and
what patrons can expect to experience. A new issue will be released each month.
About
Teisha Bader
Teisha Bader was born and raised in New Rochelle, NY. She received a bachelor of fine arts from
NYU in drama. She later spent several years living in Israel which is where she first got into radio. She is now happy to
call Passaic County her home. She is thrilled to be able to incorporate her love of theater into radio during the WGHT
Radio “Curtain Call” segment Wednesday mornings at 9:30.
ISSUE #11: JANE MONHEIT
JANE MONHEIT
An extraordinarily gifted jazz vocalist whose sincere and romantic interpretations of exceptional songs, Jane Monheit is a fan favorite in both the jazz and cabaret worlds. Monheit has garnered numerous accolades in the past decade. Her first album, Never Never Land, was voted top debut recording by the Jazz Journalistʼs Association and stayed on the Billboard Jazz chart for over a year. Subsequent albums have charted high and yielded Grammy nominations. Don’t miss Jane Monheit’s performance at SOPAC on Friday, February 10.
ISSUE
#10: VIRGINIA JOHNSON, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM
VIRGINIA JOHNSON, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF DANCE
THEATRE OF HARLEM
Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble returns to SOPAC for a third consecutive season on Sunday, November 20. Virginia Johnson, Artistic Director of the acclaimed dance school and company, speaks with Teisha Bader about the history and future of Dance Theatre of Harlem, as well as the Ensemble’s upcoming performance at SOPAC.
ISSUE #9:
BEN VEREEN
BEN VEREEN
A Tony Award winner for his role in Pippin, Ben Vereen brings his acclaimed show Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen to SOPAC on Saturday, October 22. Vereen has also appeared on Broadway in Wicked, Fosse, Chicago, Jesus Christ Superstar, Hair and I'm Not Rappaport. He has appeared in numerous television shows, including the Emmy Awarding-winning television mini-series "Roots." A musical autobiography of Vereen’s life in showbiz, Steppin’ Out highlights his stage career, American Standards, and tributes to his favorite entertainers.
ISSUE #8:
CHRISTIAN HOFF OF THE MIDTOWN MEN
CHRISTIAN HOFF (PART ONE)
Tony Award winner and South Orange resident Christian Hoff sits down with Teisha Bader to discuss his celebrated career, as well as reuniting with his fellow stars from the original cast of Broadway’s "Jersey Boys" to perform as The Midtown Men. On Saturday, June 4, The Midtown Men perform at the SOPAC 2011 Spring Gala.
CHRISTIAN HOFF (PART TWO)
Christian Hoff continues his conversation with Teisha Bader, discussing his first acting gigs—voice of Richie Rich, working with Shirley MacLaine—and what audiences can expect to see from The Midtown Men at the SOPAC 2011 Spring Gala.
ISSUE #6:
BILL CHARLAP & RENEE ROSNES
BILL CHARLAP & RENEE ROSNES
Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes, two of the premiere pianists in jazz, and also husband and wife, speak with Tesha Bader about their first collaborative album, Double Portrait and their upcoming performance at SOPAC. . See Bill Charlap & Renee Rosnes at SOPAC on Saturday, April 16th at 8pm.
ISSUE #5:
JIL AIGROT
JIL AIGROT
French vocalist Jil Aigrot masterfully breathes new life into the cherished classics of her native country in a new program, including the songs of Édith Piaf, Jacques Brel, and Charles Aznavour. Her interpretations of the work of Edith Piaf as the singing voice in the acclaimed movie La Vie En Rose and on the concert stage have resulted in worldwide acclaim. See Jil Aigrot in Concert at SOPAC on Friday, March 25th at 8pm.
ISSUE #4:
RICHARD MARX
RICHARD MARX (PART ONE)
Grammy Award winner Richard Marx talks with Teisha Bader about how his career started, how he received an unexpected phone call from Lionel Richie, and working with Kenny Rogers. See Richard Marx and Matt Scannell at SOPAC on Friday, February 11th at 8pm.
RICHARD MARX (PART TWO)
Richard Marx continues his conversation with Teisha Bader, discussing the inspiration for ‘Right Here Waiting for You,’ and what fans can expect to see at his upcoming performance at SOPAC with Matt Scannell of Vertical Horizon.
ISSUE #3:
RAUL MIDON
RAUL MIDON
Raul Midon talks about his career--how it started, chances taken, and highlights--and his upcoming performance at SOPAC with Teisha Bader . See Raul Midon at SOPAC on Sunday, January 16th at 7pm.
ISSUE #2:
LUCY KAPLANSKY
LUCY KAPLANSKY
Lucy Kaplansky talks to Teisha Bader about her career as a folk artist, and her new collaborative project with John Gorka and Eliza Gilkyson, Red Horse. Don't miss Red Horse at SOPAC on Sunday, December 5th at 7pm.
ISSUE #1:
MAX WEINBERG
MAX WEINBERG (PART ONE)
Max Weinberg speaks with Teisha Bader about growing up in South Orange and Maplewood, attending Columbia High School and Seton Hall University, auditioning for Bruce Springsteen and how he met Conan O'Brien.
MAX WEINBERG (PART TWO)
Max Weinberg continues his conversation with Teisha Bader, providing insight into the creation of his new big band and what SOPAC patrons can expect to hear from the Max Weinberg Big Band on Saturday, November 6 at 4 & 8pm.
Visual Rhythms - New Paintings by Nancy Pantirer
Visual Rhythms - New Paintings by Nancy Pantirer
Visual
Rhythms
New Paintings by Nancy Pantirer
November 9,
2011-March 31, 2012
Opening Reception: Wednesday, November 9 from
7-9PM
Visual Rhythms is the latest collection of acrylic
paintings and giclée prints by Nancy Bergman Pantirer. A resident of
Short Hills, Ms. Pantirer is an experimental painter whose works emerge
as part of a physical dance with her medium—large scale canvas stretched
out on her studio floor. With rich pools of color permeating the
canvas, her expression demonstrates the careful balance between control
and serendipity.
"My earliest champions are the abstract
expressionists. When I first
experienced the work of artists like Frankenthaler, Krasner, Pollock and
Motherwell, I had a pure and visceral response. These works with their
raw emotional power and focus on gesture made abstraction completely
comprehensible to me. This was a pivotal discovery.
The
opportunity to study with established artists like Kikuo Saito,
John Griefen and Dan Christensen opened my world to continued
investigation and enabled me to trust my process. The final product was
no longer the only motivator. Understanding how the variables of color,
composition and scale became the essence of my work.
I learned
that my pursuit of painting has to be unencumbered by
existing formulas for making art and a faith in the experience that lead
to each completed work."
-Nancy Bergman Pantirer
The
Herb and Milly Iris Gallery brings contemporary art to the community,
featuring local artists and providing artists opportunities to reach new
audiences. The artwork on display is for sale with proceeds supporting
SOPAC.