Matt Allison @ Underbelly

This Friday
a new installation by
Matt Allison.

Jax Underbelly
1021 Park Street
in Historic 5Points.
www.jaxunderbelly.com

6-9pm.
904.354.7002

Exploring the Unexpected

Saturday Nov 7

Exploring the Unexpected
Gordon Meggison
at Hemming Plaza Jewelers
231 N Hogan St @ Hemming Plaza

Directions:
At the corner of W. Monroe St & North Hogan
next to the Skyway terminal
for more info call 354-5959
5 - 9 pm Hors D'oeuvres ,Wine

ART WALK 11.04.09

Downtown Jacksonville, FL

The Blair BITCH ... oh the horror!

Local Jax artist Jerrod Brown had his own horrific run in with Exorcist star Linda Blair at Ultimate Horror Weekend 2009. Here is the story in his own words...

"When she saw my Exorcist Painting of 'Regan fucking herself with a cross' she told me to get out of the room. I thought she was kidding at first and I said 'Are you Serious?' Then she got even madder, her face turned red and she yelled "You and that painting get the hell out of here!!!" Her line manager escorted me to the door. The next day, I approached a security guard that witnessed this and asked him what pissed her off? He said she has been a complete 'Bitch' the entire show and anybody that approached her with Exorcist memorabilia was not welcome at her table. My question was "why then is she at a HORROR convention if her own greatest role offends her?" Apparently she is trying to distance herself from this film and my painting was the icing on the cake for pissing her off. I looked at her table later (after the smoke had cleared) and observed that there were absolutely no photos of her in The Exorcist, only all of the other cheesy movies she's attempted to make. So... the rest of the weekend, anybody that purchased a print from me of this painting, I told them the story and what I think of her. So, I guess my painting is controversial, now that the actress in the movie hates it (Ha, Ha)."

www.myspace.com/jerrodbrown

STAR WARS in Concert

Jacksonville Arena
10.29.09

Anthony Daniels clad in an all black tuxedo and metallic gold vest took the stage amidst a sea of lights, lasers, smoke and fire to narrate between the symphonic renditions of the music from STAR WARS featuring key characters (including his own C3PO) and plot moments illustrated by massive video screening filled with synched montages from all 6 films that got my midichlorians all tingly. Presented in two parts with a 20 minute intermission ended with a sustained standing ovation. Simply a must for geeks of all ages.

Below are some photos from the show and the display areas featuring props and costumes from the Lucas Films archives.
















- Max Michaels / Jacksonville FL

Orlando's Premiere Pop Artists @ Bold Hype!

The New Shanghai Circus

RETURNING TO JACKSONVILLE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2009
7:30 PM WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS

JACKSONVILLE, FL – The New Shanghai Circus is returning to Jacksonville once again to amaze and astound audiences with their mind-blowing acrobatics! Coming to the Wilson Center for the Arts on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 7:30pm for one public performance only!

Astonishing athletes defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability in this spellbinding show. Fearless performers with boundless energy bring you more than two thousand years of Chinese circus traditions. If it’s humanly possible-and even if it’s not! - Shanghai’s acrobats, jugglers and contortionists do it with spectacular flair. The show is a beautifully orchestrated presentation of Chinese circus acts dating back to harvest festivals of 2000 years ago. This modern day performance is enhanced by fabulous choreography, amazing lighting, enchanting scenery, and powerful music.

THE NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS will be performed at the WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 7:30 PM for one public performance only. Tickets cost $34.00. Discounts are available for groups of 10+, 20+, or 40+ by calling (904) 632-3228.

To order by phone with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover call The Artist Series Box Office at (904) 632-3373 (toll-free outside of Jacksonville 1-888-860-BWAY.)

Tickets are also available online with Instant Seat Selection by visiting the The Artist Series’ website, www.artistseriesjax.org.