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ALUMNI NEWS
Thursday January 17th, 2019
For those in Boston ... check out Akili Jamal Haynes (LaG '89) performing his work "Becoming Chibuzo" for film, multiple instruments, voice, and spoken word on January 26, 2019 at Boston's New Gallery Concert Series
www.newgalleryconcertseries.org/events/
Thursday January 17th, 2019
A little preview of the 2019 Winter Dance Showcase - January 18 and 19; $20/$15 students. Tickets available at the door before each performance.
Performances are:
Friday, January 18: 4:30pm and 7:30pm
Saturday, January 19: 2pm and 7:30pm
Thursday January 17th, 2019
More details and tickets to Reunion 2019 at alumniandfriends.org/reunions/
Tuesday January 15th, 2019
Don't miss the final days of former LaGuardia art faculty Betsy Goldberg's gallery exhibit "INTERSECTIONS" at the Master Gallery, 310 Riverside Drive at 103rd St. She will be at the gallery this Wednesday, January 16th from 5:30-8pm, and closing date is January 26. Visit betsygoldberg.com for more details!
Tuesday January 15th, 2019
Check out the new book by Ilise Feitshans (M&A '74): 'Global Health Impacts of Nanotechnology Law: A Tool for Stakeholder Engagement.'
Purchase here: www.amazon.com/Global-Health-Impacts-Nanotechnology-Law/dp/9814774847/
Tuesday January 15th, 2019
Pre-sale tickets for alumni, friends, and family are available for RISING STARS 2019 - This Is Me: A Journey (February -10).
Visit laguardiahspa.tix.com and use code: ShineOnMe through Wednesday, January 16 at 8pm, when ticket sales are opened to the public. Tickets are $25. Rising Stars sells out every year, so do not delay!
Rising Stars is a special event where students from all LaGuardia departments bring forth their own ideas and material. It's an event not to be missed!
Monday January 14th, 2019
Join us for the 2019 Winter Dance Showcase in LaGuardia's Little Flower Theatre, January 18 and 19; $20/$15 students. Tickets available online at: laguardiahs.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=699 and at the door before each performance.
Performances are:
Friday, January 18: 4:30pm and 7:30pm
Saturday, January 19: 2pm and 7:30pm
Friday January 11th, 2019
For those in the Virginia area, see LaG '89 alumna Marcia Neblett's beautiful woodcuts and scratchboard drawings on view January 5-24th, 2019 at CURE Coffeehouse and Brasserie (503 Botetourt Street, Norfolk, Virginia).
Art exhibition features 16 graphic works are on display that include large scale woodcuts on the theme of fruits and vegetables, intricate woodcuts on the Grimm’s Brothers fairy tales and recent scratchboard drawings of common flora of Virginia. Marcia is a new Assistant Professor of Fine Arts at Norfolk State University.
www.curecoffeehouse.com/
Friday January 11th, 2019
Join us on January 16 at 6pm in LaGuardia's Little Flower Theater for the memoriam celebration of the life of LaGuardia dance teacher Deborah Zall, who passed away in December 2018. We will celebrate Ms. Zall’s legacy and everlasting contribution to the Arts.
Contributions may be made in memory of Deborah Zall to support the LaGuardia Dance Department: alumniandfriends.org/fund/deborah-zall/
Wednesday January 9th, 2019
Check out Slick Rick (aka Richard Walters, M&A '83) Friday, January 11 at Brooklyn Bowl. With DJ Kaos, The Slickettes (feat Tarrey Torae and Byrdie Styles), and a special set by Intelligenz.
Slick Rick is best known for a series of rap recordings during the 1980s, including "Children's Story" and "La Di Da Di".
www.brooklynbowl.com/event/1779976-slick-rick-ruler-brooklyn/
Slick Rick: The Ruler - Tickets - Brooklyn Bowl - Brooklyn, NY - January 11th, 2019
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Richard Walters (born January 14, 1965), better known by stage names Slick Rick, MC Ricky D and The Ruler, is a rapper. Originally from South Wimbledon, London, England, he moved with his family to ThTuesday January 8th, 2019
"Turning 15 on the Road to Freedom" (starring LaG '15 alum Damaras Obi) begins its 2019 tour with a special engagement at The Riverside Church (91 Claremont Ave) on January 19 & 20, 2019 in celebration of Martin Luther King's Birthday.
Developed for the stage by Ally Sheedy, who taught theater and film classes at LaGuardia, this poignant and inspirational new play is the true story of Lynda Blackmon Lowery, the youngest person to march all the way from Selma to Montgomery in the 1965 Selma Voting Rights March.
www.broadwayworld.com/article/TURNING-15-ON-THE-ROAD-TO-FREEDOM-Celebrates-Youth-Activism-at-The-...
Monday January 7th, 2019
See alto-saxophonist Justin Robinson (LaG '87) perform at the Roy Hargrove Memorial Concert at Lincoln Center, Tuesday, January 8, 7pm. Justin was Roy's longtime band member for 20+ years and came to LaGuardia in 2018 to share his wisdom with the LaGuardia jazz classes.
Doors at 6:30, open to the public. The general seating area will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
jazztimes.com/news/roy-hargrove-memorial-moved-to-jazz-at-lincoln-center/
Roy Hargrove Musical Celebration Moved to Jazz at Lincoln Center - JazzTimes
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Trumpeter Roy Hargrove, who passed away at 49 on Nov. 2, will be honored with a musical tribute on Tuesday, Jan. 8, in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall in New York.
Lincoln center will also be streaming the memorial live! Go to their web site💜
Manny
Saturday January 5th, 2019
A great interview with comic artist Shawn Martinbrough (LaG '89). His distinctive noir style can be seen in Marvel's X-Men, Black Panther, and Luke Cage; DC's Green Arrow and Batman; as well as Shadowman (Valiant) and Hellboy (Dark Horse). But the Bronx-born artist's claim to fame has been his longtime run on Robert Kirkman's 'Thief of Thieves' on his Skybound imprint with Image Comics. The successful series has a game and live action show in the works.
www.syfy.com/syfywire/indie-comics-spotlight-shawn-martinbrough-on-thieves-morclocks-and-the-star...
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In a recent TED Talk, artist Shawn Martinbrough admitted that it was Star Wars that got him into drawing as a kid. His hand-drawn rendering of his X-Wing fighter lunch box so impressed his parents tha...Thursday January 3rd, 2019
LaGuardia's Semi-Annual Art Show and Concert will be January 4 and 5, 2019. Enjoy the exhibit opening from 4:15-7pm on January 4 and the concert at 7:30pm both Friday and Saturday. Tickets available at the door: $20/$15 students.
Music program includes:
"Symphony No. 4 in Eminor Op. 98" - Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)
"Mass No. 2 in G Major, D. 167" - Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
"Si Ignoras Te" - Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594)
"O Vos Omnes" - Pablo Casals (1876-1973)
"El Guayaboso" - Guido López-Gavilán (b. 1944)
"Stars" - Ēriks Ešenvalds (b. 1977)
"Elijah Rock" - Traditional Spiritual/arr. Moses Hogan (1957-2003)
Is she singing a solo
My daughter Maxx is in the senior chorus. I will be there Friday evening.
Thursday January 3rd, 2019
Congratulations to Lilli Cooper (LaG '08), who will be appearing in "Tootsie" on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre starting March 29, 2019.
broadwaydirect.com/santino-fontana-and-lilli-cooper-bring-laughter-and-love-to-tootsie/?utm_mediu...
Sunday December 30th, 2018
Early Bird Reunion 2019 Tickets extended through JANUARY 3 for classes ending in "4" and "9!"
Go to alumniandfriends.org/reunions and click on your class for the ticket page. Hope to see you there!
Alumni & Friends Reunions | Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia
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4-7pm: With enthusiastic requests from Music & Art alumni, we are happy to invite you back to “The Castle on the Hill.” The gathering includes music, appetizers, photo-booth, and self-guided tours...Wednesday December 26th, 2018
A beautiful tribute to former LaGuardia modern dance teacher, Deborah Zall, who passed away on December 11, 2018. With words from PA and LaGuardia dance colleague, Penny Frank. www.nytimes.com/2018/12/24/obituaries/deborah-zall-dead.html
Deborah Zall, 84, Dies; Depicted Extraordinary Women in Dance
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After studying with Martha Graham, Ms. Zall went on to create solo works praised for their intense theatricality.Monday December 24th, 2018
LaGuardia's Semi-Annual Art Show and Concert will be January 4 and 5, 2019. Enjoy the exhibit opening from 4:15-7pm on January 4 and the concert at 7:30pm. Tickets available at: laguardiahs.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=699
Music program includes:
"Symphony No. 4 in Eminor Op. 98" - Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)
"Mass No. 2 in G Major, D. 167" - Franz Schubert (1797-1828)
"Si Ignoras Te" - Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594)
"O Vos Omnes" - Pablo Casals (1876-1973)
"El Guayaboso" - Guido López-Gavilán (b. 1944)
"Stars" - Ēriks Ešenvalds (b. 1977)
"Elijah Rock" - Traditional Spiritual/arr. Moses Hogan (1957-2003)
Monday December 24th, 2018
A great NY1 video featuring LaG '97 alum Carlos Henriquez, bassist for Jazz at Lincoln Center.
www.ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/spotlight-ny/2018/12/22/jazz-musician-carlos-henriquez-the-south-bro...
Jazz Musician Carlos Henriquez: The South Bronx Story
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Jazz musician & South Bronx Native Carlos Henriquez.Sunday December 23rd, 2018
WISHING YOU
A COLORFUL
& INSPIRING
NEW YEAR
from the bottom of our heARTS
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Happy Holidays from the bottom of our heARTS
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Friday December 21st, 2018
Summer Study Scholarship Application is Available for LaGuardia Juniors, Sophomores, Freshmen!
Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia has a wonderful scholarship opportunity for current students to study in their artistic field over the summer. Open to current LaGuardia HS juniors, sophomores and freshmen who may require financial assistance to pursue their passion while LaGuardia is closed for the summer months. Please spread the word!
alumniandfriends.org/summer-study/
2019 Summer Study Application | Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia
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Before submitting this online application, make sure you have completed the paper form found here. You may print the paper form or pick up a copy in the Alumni & Friends office, room 853. Both forms m...Tuesday December 18th, 2018
Happy holidays from the bottom of our heARTS! Holiday card artwork by Alan Binstock, M&A '64
Tuesday December 18th, 2018
Yesterday's funeral for Carl Johnson, LaGuardia's longtime vocal teacher and Musical Director of LaGuardia's Show Choir, was featured on NY1. Current and former students paid tribute to him with a medley that included the song 'Fame.' Donations in his memory can be made to the Carl Johnson Memorial Vocal Fund: alumniandfriends.org/fund/carl-johnson-memorial-music-award/
www.ny1.com/nyc/manhattan/news/2018/12/18/students-at--famed--high-school-pay-tribute-to-late-tea...
Students at ‘famed’ high school pay tribute to late teacher
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Students at ‘famed’ high school pay tribute to late teacher
Donations in Carl's memory can be made to the Carl Johnson Memorial Vocal Fund: alumniandfriends.org/fund/carl-johnson-memorial-music-award/
Enjoyed working with him on occasion during auditions!
😢🎼 my regards to the family
so sad, such a nice man
Tuesday December 18th, 2018
Don't miss the spectacular LaGuardia Winter Gospel Concert, Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018, 7:30pm. Tickets will be available at the door - $20/$15 students.
Friday December 14th, 2018
Early Bird Tickets are on sale for REUNION 2019 for classes ending in "4" and "9!"
Go to alumniandfriends.org/reunions and click on your class for the ticket page.
Does anyone from the class of 1944 plan to attend? My mother, Elsie Flinkstrom, graduated from Music & Art in 1944 and I would be honored to meet any of her classmates. My name is Lee McManus and I am a retired teacher in Los Angeles.
Thursday December 13th, 2018
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of former Modern Dance faculty member, Deborah Zall, who taught at LaGuardia for over 20 years. Her legacy lives on in today's dance students.
I wasn't a dancer major ...but have fond memories of her. S.I.P
🙏🌺
Blessings to her family. She was a wonderful Instructor n person. May she rest n rise in peace n never stop dancing in Heaven 😢😘🙏🏼
RIP Ms. Zall-such an iconic figure and wonderful teacher. I was truly blessed to have you as my teacher.
Oh no! I learned so much from her! Prayers for the family. ❤️
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Rest peacefully Ms. Zall (class of 94)
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
RIP
Rest In Peace Ms. Zall.
RIP
Thank you for sharing h your gift with the world. Rest now!
I’m in awe. She was another LaGuardia icon. So sad. My condolences to her students, friends & family
She was an amazing teacher- rest well Ms Zall
Amazing teacher and the embodiment of graham. May she Rest In Peace
A wonderful colleague knew her well during my years at LaG. SIP
Hope you are dancing amongst the angels!
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
so uplifting, a wonderful person will be missed
Talia Wray
Rip Ms. Zall. Thank you for teaching me. You were amazing dancer.
May she Rest in Peace
Rest In Peace Ms. Zall ❤️
RIP
May she rest in eternal peace.
Thursday December 13th, 2018
Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia is in a very giving mood! We are pleased to be giving away tickets to LaGuardia's Winter Gospel Chorus Concert on December 19, 2018 at 7:30pm. The show promises to be spectacular! Enter to win a pair of tickets.
alumniandfriends.org/alumni-friends-ticket-giveaway/
Congratulations to our Gospel ticket winners: Victor Trent Cook, Stephanie McCray, Tanya Middleton, Tanya Robinson, Sakiyna Switzer, Yolanda Tabb.
Thursday December 13th, 2018
We say goodbye to Alvin Epstein (M&A '42, art major), a classical stage actor and director who appeared in the Broadway premiere of “Waiting for Godot” and went on to become widely known for his mastery of that and other plays by Samuel Beckett. He was a founding member of the American Repertory Theater and the Yale Repertory Theater.
www.nytimes.com/2018/12/11/obituaries/alvin-epstein-dead.html
Alvin Epstein, Actor, Director and Master of Beckett, Dies at 93
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In a long stage career that took him from Yale to Broadway, he was steeped in the author of “Waiting for Godot,” acting in its Broadway premiere in 1956.Monday December 10th, 2018
WIN A FREE Music & Art 75th Anniversary T-Shirt!
We are continuing our giving streak because we are thankful for you and want to give you more! Enter to win a limited edition 75th Anniversary T-shirt today and show off your Music & Art pride sporting this beautiful t-shirt designed by Norman Narotzky, M&A '45 Raffle will end on December 18, 2018.
Good luck!
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Copyright © 2003-2018 Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia High School. All rights reserved. A&F is a non-profit, 501 (c) 3 organization.Monday December 10th, 2018
Congratulations to all our LaGuardia YoungArts stars! YoungArts is an application-based award for emerging young artists.Winners receive valuable support, including financial awards of up to $10,000, professional development and educational experiences working with renowned mentors, and performance and exhibition opportunities at some of the nation’s leading cultural institutions.
www.youngarts.org/winners
FINALISTS
Aluna Brogdon - Writing - Novel
Thomas Hogan - Choreography
Hawa Kamara - Musical Theater
Codelia King - Modern Dance
Ayane Nakajima - Classical Piano
Daniel Narvaez - Visual Arts
Kalissa Persaud - Theater
Marleny Rosa - Modern Dance
August Rosenstein - Musical Theater
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Anire Amoda - Theater
Ella Marcus - Jazz Voice
Jaswiry Morel - Popular Voice
Neve Oren - Theater
Anaïs Reno - Jazz Voice
Alexander Walk - Theater
MERIT
Noga Cabo - Singer-Songwriter
Marvin Carter - Jazz Alto Saxophone
Adrian LiPuma Chabla - Singer-Songwriter
Samuel Reiss - Jazz, Double Bass
Congratulations to all the Young Arts Finalists. Best of luck to all of you. I'm from M&A.class of '59.
Do NOTHING donate to this school ! They want to remove historically ACCURATE props from their production of "Sound of Music" A TRUE STORY about escaping from Nazi Adolf Hitler. STOP THESE LIBERALS NOW ! Evil Hitler attempted to capture fine families and individuals in WW I I. Stop rewriting history to Liberals convenient truth. !
Sunday December 9th, 2018
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Carl Johnson, LaGuardia vocal music teacher and director of LaGuardia's Show Choir. He will be deeply missed. The memorial for Carl Johnson will be on Monday, Dec. 17 at 4:30 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, New York City, 3 W 65th St, New York, NY 10023.
The memorial for Carl Johnson will be on Monday, Dec. 17 at 4:30 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, New York City. 3 W 65th St, New York, NY 10023.
So sad. Went to hear the show choir's annual performance at TW 's Winter's Eve last week and missed seeing Carl and the joy he had working with the LaGuardia kids. What a mensch; truly a loss for the school. He will forever be remembered by the hundreds of students who were lucky enough to have worked with him.
Such a kind soul. So blessed that our son, Steven Taylor Jr., has been influenced by his deep love of music and deep loyalty and love of his students. He allowed me to accompany all of the show choir performances in the past few years, where I became his friend and an admirer of his gentle spirit. May he rest in eternal peace. Comfort and peace to the LaGuardia family. 💜
Shocked and sad to hear this news. Rest In Peace Mr. Johnson. Thank you for touching my life and so many others on their road to adulthood. ❤️❤️
Enjoyed workng with Carl during vocal auditions!
Mr. J. taught my son for all four years as voice coach and in Show Choir and was a gem. I made a point to visit him at every parent- teacher conference. He would always greet me with a smile and a hug and say, “oh my favorites are all coming to see me.”
A wonderful man. My daughter adored him. Memory eternal.
Hi - for an obit - can you tell me if Show Choir won awards or performed in front of anyone famous? Please email me at nkatzdailynews@gmail.com Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School
This is such a beautiful picture. Thank you so much for sharing. We’ll miss him so much.
I have many memories with Mr. Johnson. He was a wonderful teacher and person. RIP.
We love you, Mr. Johnson!
This is terribly sad news !
RIP
Amy Don
Natalie Black
Julia Nagar
Thursday December 6th, 2018
Congratulations to Timothee Chalamet (LaG '13) on his Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor in "Beautiful Boy!" This is his second Golden Globe nomination. Our alumni continue to amaze and inspire!
www.goldenglobes.com/person/timothee-chalamet
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Timothée Chalamet (born December 27, 1995 in New York City, from a French father and a Jewish American mother) graduated from the Fiorello LaGuardia High School for Performing Arts in 2013. He plays ...
fantastic movie, stunning performances from timothee and steve carrell
Kelly’s lab partner for 4 years. Congratulations
Bravo!!!!
Congratulations
Kudos to him!
Tuesday December 4th, 2018
WIN A FREE PERFORMING ARTS T-SHIRT!
Why stop giving on #GivingTuesday? We are so thankful for you and want to give you more! Enter to win a Performing Arts T-shirt.
Raffle will end on December 10, 2018. Good luck!
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Copyright © 2003-2018 Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia High School. All rights reserved. A&F is a non-profit, 501 (c) 3 organization.Tuesday December 4th, 2018
Join M&A '61 alum Jimmy Owens on December 7 and 8, 2018, 8pm and 10:30pm sets at 75 Club (75 Murray St. bet. West Broadway and Greenwich St.). $20 with reservations, $25 at the door.
www.the75clubnyc.com/
Thursday November 29th, 2018
Tune in tonight to hear soprano Laquita Mitchell accompanied by Joshua Rifkin (M&A '60) on WNYC. November 29 at 7pm “Live at the Greenspace: Scott Joplin at 150.”
WNYC: WNYC.ORG|93.9 FM|AM 820
WQXR: 105.9 FM|WQXR.ORG
THE GREENE SPACE: THEGREENESPACE.ORG
www.wqxr.org/story/watch-scott-joplin-celebration-live-greene-space
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On Thursday, November 29 at 7 pm EST, WQXR commemorates the 150th anniversary of Scott Joplin's birth with a musical celebration at The Greene Space.Wednesday November 28th, 2018
For those in the Davis, California area: Saturday, Dec. 1 - dancer and choreographer Camille A. Brown (LaG '97) will bring her company — which specializes in modern African-American dance, sometimes drawing on ancestral stories — to the Mondavi Center at 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. Brown is also known for choreographing Broadway's "Once on this Island" and TV's "Jesus Christ Superstar" on Easter 2018, startting John Legend.
www.davisenterprise.com/arts/camille-a-brown-dancers-to-bring-african-american-choreography-to-mo...
Camille A. Brown & Dancers to bring African-American choreography to Mondavi
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Dancer and choreographer Camille A. Brown will bring her company — which specializes in modern African-American dance, sometimes drawing on ancestral stories — to the Mondavi Center at 8 p.m. Satu...Wednesday November 28th, 2018
Congratulations to Danny Burstein (PA '82) who will return to Broadway in the current revival of My Fair Lady.
Burstein last appeared on Broadway in the recent revival of Fiddler on the Roof. His performance as Tevye earned him his sixth Tony nomination following nods for Cabaret, Golden Boy, Follies, South Pacific, and The Drowsy Chaperone.
www.playbill.com/article/danny-burstein-to-join-broadways-my-fair-lady-revival
Danny Burstein to Join Broadway's My Fair Lady Revival | Playbill
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The six-time Tony nominee will take on the role of Alfred P. Doolittle in the Lincoln Center Theater production.
Congratulations Danny Burstein
Congratulations Danny Burstein
Dana Mongelli
Overrated.
Stella Kim, did you know this?
Tuesday November 27th, 2018
WIN A LAGUARDIA TOTE!
On this #GivingTuesday and throughout the week, we want to give YOU something! Enter to win a LaGuardia tote, featuring the La! logo designed by famed graphic artist Milton Glaser, M&A '47. Raffle will end on December 3, 2018. Good luck!
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Copyright © 2003-2018 Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia High School. All rights reserved. A&F is a non-profit, 501 (c) 3 organization.Tuesday November 27th, 2018
We are more than a school. We are a family. A unique and supportive family.
This #GivingTuesday, please consider a contribution to Alumni & Friends of LaGuardia. Your generous gift today means that Alumni & Friends can continue to subsidize and strengthen LaGuardia’s arts programming with accompanists for dance, theater, vocal and instrumental classes, art supplies, costumes, master classes taught by professionals, on-site instrument repair, and so much more.
Your contributions also provide scholarships for summer arts programs and private lessons, which help students as they pursue their creative passions and prepare for college.
One of our recent summer study scholarship recipients wrote: “Being given the opportunity to go to the School of Visual Arts Summer Program through the Alumni & Friends scholarship was a dream come true....I am so grateful for this opportunity that allows me to build an impressive portfolio for college, and takes me closer to my career goals. You have given me motivation to continue to pursue my dream. Thank you for supporting me on my artistic journey!”
The students who receive your help are making the world a more beautiful place! Please consider a donation today.
alumniandfriends.org/give/annual-fund/
Tuesday November 27th, 2018
David Krane's (M&A '69) latest musical film work in a career that spans more than 45 years is with “Mary Poppins Returns,” which opens Dec. 19, 2018. Krane composed the dance and additional musical arrangements. Krane also worked on the films “Chicago,” “Into the Woods” and “Nine.”
www.courant.com/hartford-magazine/features/hc-hm-david-krane-mary-poppins-returns-20181125-story....
The Arranger: The David Krane Touch On 'Mary Poppins Returns'
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The Arranger: The David Krane Touch on 'Mary Poppins Returns'Monday November 26th, 2018
Shamel Pitts (LaG '03) and Joya Powell (LaG '97) are featured in 'The Dance Enthusiast's A to Z 20 Questions.'
"P" is for Pitts and Powell, where they answer 20 questions with insightful and inspiring responses.
www.dance-enthusiast.com/features/view/A-Dance-Enthusiasts-A-to-Z-P-is-for-Shamel-Pitts-and-Joya-...
A Dance Enthusiast's A to Z: P is for Shamel Pitts and Joya Powell
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In A Dance Enthusiast's A to Z: P is for Shamel Pitts and Joya Powell, "When I was a baby, barely able to stand up by holding onto my playpen, whenever I heard the song 'Ring My Bell' by Anita Ward on...
Monday November 26th, 2018
Alumni & Friends is celebrating a week of being thankful for our creative and inspiring community. Check back for ticket raffles and other giveaways this week!
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Wednesday November 21st, 2018
Congratulations to Zach Bravo (LaG '15) for being nominated for the 2018 Broadway World Delaware BEST ACTOR IN A MUSICAL (Professional) for "Footloose." www.broadwayworld.com/delaware/liveupdateregion.cfm?btype=120®ion=Delaware&fbclid=IwAR3jOieoLp...
2018 BroadwayWorld Delaware Awards - Best Actor in a Musical (Professional) (Delaware)
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2018 BroadwayWorld Delaware Awards - Best Actor in a Musical (Professional)Wednesday November 21st, 2018
Congratulations to Johnathan Lee Iverson (LaG '94), nominated for the 2018 Broadway World Orlando BEST LEAD ACTOR IN A PLAY (Professional) for “A Tennessee Walk.” “A Tennessee Walk” is also nominated for BEST PLAY.
www.broadwayworld.com/orlando/liveupdateregion.cfm?btype=1764®ion=Orlando#sthash.RVJ8ky0g.N82Q...
2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards - Best Lead Actor in a Play (Professional) (Orlando)
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2018 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards - Best Lead Actor in a Play (Professional)
Congratulations Johnathan Lee Iverson. That's amazing!!! ❤
Voted! Everyone should vote and support these LaG alums!!!
Yes!!!! Johnathan!
Congrats to Johnathan Lee Iverson...Zach Bravo (LaG 2015) nominated as well. www.broadwayworld.com/delaware/liveupdateregion.cfm?btype=120®ion=Delaware#sthash.49F9NVcw.dpbs
Wednesday November 21st, 2018
Check out a LaGuardia performance or exhibit and see the legacy live on! You'll be amazed and proud!
alumniandfriends.org/laguardia-calendar-of-performances/
Tuesday November 20th, 2018
On December 6th at 7pm check out LaG '89 alum Brett Singer doing stand-up comedy at Broadway Comedy Club, 318 W. 53rd Street. Tickets are $20 but you can get them for $15 by ordering online using the code LAGUARDIA. Get some LaG laughs!
primetimecomedy.net.
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Tuesday November 20th, 2018
A great review of the musical "Fame" in the UK. Thank you to "Father Fame" David de Silva for creating this masterpiece!
"The show has seen no less than seven West End runs (with an eighth on the way) since opening on Broadway in 1988 and continues to be one of the best loved musicals across the world. It features the Oscar-winning title song and a cast of outstanding dancers, singers, musicians and actors as they transform from star struck pupils to superstars."
www.blackcountryradio.co.uk/blogs/theatre/post/review-fame-the-musical-at-the-alexandra/?fbclid=I...
REVIEW: Fame The Musical at The Alexandra
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One of the worlds most loved musicals - Fame - has arrived at Birmingham's Alexandra TheatreTuesday November 20th, 2018
Monday, November 26, 6pm, catch the LaGuardia Show Choir performing at the annual Lincoln Square Winter's Eve treelighting ceremony on the 2nd floor of the Time Warner Center!
New York's largest holiday festival, Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square, features free entertainment, family fun, outdoor food tastings and more, and begins with the Upper West Side’s tree lighting ceremony at Dante Park. The event takes place in public spaces, in select indoor venues and along the sidewalks of Lincoln Square, from Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle to 70th Street - in and around Broadway.
www.winterseve.nyc/for-kids
Thursday November 15th, 2018
Micaela Diamond (LaG '17 alumna and Alumni & Friends Award recipient) stars as young Cher (Babe) in the new musical "Cher," which opens December 3, 2018 at the Neil Simon Theater! The actual Cher says, "I especially related to Babe, who totally captured who I was at that time in my life.” Our alumni are amazing!
www.nytimes.com/2018/11/14/theater/the-cher-show-broadway-stephanie-j-block.html
You Can’t Spell Cher Without Her (and Her and Her)
nytimes.com
How three Broadway actresses capture the essence of one superstar: Thank the costumes, “Burlesque” — and white teeth.
Go Micaela!! How exciting. So talented ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
How wonderful to see Micaela go from Adelaide back at Wagner Middle School where I costumed her in yellow feathers & gingham to Broadway!!!!!! Excited to see the show next month!
Can’t wait to see her i show mid Jan, bought my tix!
Peter McGarry 😆😆😆
This show looks like a winner, and I can’t wait to see it. I played (Fr. Hrn.) with Cher In Hawaii back in 1977. She had an unbelievable range, sang always in tune, incredible stage presence and was gorgeous! She kissed my cheek after our solo and I didn’t wash that side my face for a month! Rich Casparie P.A. 1971
Congrats! Break a leg, Micaela!
I would love to see this!
Wednesday November 14th, 2018
An inspiring article featuring LaG '06 alumna Sophia Dawson. A resident at The Whitney Independent Studio Program in spring of 2018 and current artist-in-residence at The University Settlement (a NYC non-profit serving immigrants and low-income families), Dawson recently announced her selection for the Artist in the Marketplace program at The Bronx Museum of the Arts (BMA AIM), beginning in January. Her work will also debut at Art Basel Miami Beach in December, reaching an international audience for the first time.
hyperallergic.com/470727/activism-takes-center-stage-in-sophia-dawsons-art/
Activism Takes Center Stage in Sophia Dawson’s Art
hyperallergic.com
Through her creative undertakings, Dawson champions political prisoners and endeavors to put an end to police brutality.Wednesday November 14th, 2018
A great piece on M&A '76 alum (and devoted supporter of Alumni & Friends) Bela Fleck - banjo superstar! forward.com/culture/music/413972/bela-fleck-banjoist-how-jewish-kid-from-upper-west-side-won-22-g...
How A Jewish Kid From The Upper West Side Became The World’s Best Banjoist
forward.com
“Why do I play the banjo? There’s no sense to it.”
Viva High School of Music and Art!
Wasn't "Fame" based on Performing Arts, not M&A? Do love Bela Fleck
in my class! totally nice guy always with that banjo!
Tuesday November 13th, 2018
A beautiful tribute on Veterans Day to M&A '44 alumnus Gerard Sorell, 92, a veteran of World War II who fought at the Battle of the Bulge, and the story of his heroism at a key engagement with the German army. thankshttps://baristanet.com/2018/11/montclair-observes-wwi-armistice-centennial-at-veterans-day-...
Montclair Observes WWI Armistice Centennial At Veterans' Day Ceremony - Baristanet
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At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, one hundred years to the second after the end of World War I, bells rang all across the United States in honor of the centennial of the ...Friday November 9th, 2018
November 16-18, 2018 enjoy a beautiful performance by the Gibney Dance Company (co-founded by Nigel Campbell, LaG '04). Gibney Dance Company's HOME program features two world premieres that explore the many nuanced layers of this universal theme: Adam Barruch’s (LaG '04) "Imprint Ghosts," and Shamel Pitts (LaG '03) and Deville Cohen’s "Menagerie."
TICKETS: $15 – $20
THE THEATER AT GIBNEY, 280 BROADWAY.
gibneydance.org/event/gibney-dance-company-home/2018-11-16/
gibneydance.org
Gibney Dance Company’s HOME program features 2 world premieres that explore a nuanced theme. See the schedule & buy tickets today.Tuesday November 6th, 2018
A reminder to our family of alumni to get out and VOTE! For a little motivation, here's a get-out-the-vote song by recent graduate Charlie Baker (LaG '13).
youtu.be/UeaEmVEPNsYAt the start of November Make sure you remember To get out there and vote Then whatever you wrote Will come true It could be magic Instead it’s tragic That s...
Monday November 5th, 2018
$50 BROADWAY TICKETS for our Alumni & Friends community using the promo code: HOHEDU
We are so pleased to offer a discount to the fun and exciting Broadway musical "Head Over Heels," featuring the music of the Go-Go's. The producers generously donated 350 tickets so that LaGuardia families could see this wonderful show about love and acceptance and have now extended the offer for discounted tickets.
Use PROMO CODE: HOHEDU when purchasing to receive $50 tickets in Rear Orchestra and Dress Circle:
headoverheelsthemusical.com
headoverheelsthemusical.com
The new musical featuring the songs of The Go-Go's, including the hit songs 'We Got The Beat,' 'Our Lips Are Sealed,' 'Vacation,' 'Heaven is a Place on Earth' and many more! From the creative visionar...
Why ? Please stop I’m gonna leave the page but if I keep seeing the same I will become the problem
Monday November 5th, 2018
THE GREAT ADVENTURES OF SLICK RICK, the debut album from Slick Rick (M&A '83, aka Richard Walters) - the inimitable British-American MC and third signing to the legendary Def Jam Recordings label - is widely regarded as one of hip-hop's seminal masterpieces. Originally released by Def Jam Recordings on November 1, 1988, THE GREAT ADVENTURES celebrates its historic 30th anniversary this week.
www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-ruler-returns-slick-rick-celebrates-30-years-of-an-unprecede...
Friday November 2nd, 2018
Read a great piece on LaG '04 alum Bridget Kelly - Grammy winner and star of the VH-1 series "Love and Hip-Hop Hollywood." www.theatlantavoice.com/articles/bridget-kelly-emerges-with-new-music-visual-for-in-the-grey/
Bridget Kelly emerges with new music, visual for 'In The Grey' | The Atlanta Voice
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(Photo: Billboard) Grammy award-winning songwriter, singer, and television personality Bridget Kelly has developed a little bit of a chip on her shoulder. And for good reason. In the midst of introduc...
Monday October 29th, 2018
See the lovely artwork of former LaGuardia art teacher Betsy Goldberg
(she taught at LaG for almost 20 years!) in her solo show INTERSECTIONS: Paintings by Betsy Goldberg, November 8, 2018 - January 26, 2019.
Opening Reception November 8, 7-8:30pm
The Master Gallery
310 Riverside Dr., at 103rd St
New York City
betsygoldberg.com
Friday October 26th, 2018
Enjoy this year's spectacular all school musical, "The Sound of Music!" Performances begin December 6, 2018. Tickets are available online for $30 (and will sell out quickly): laguardiahs.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=699
Deepa Manwani want to go??
Does “all school” mean that all departments are performing in this production: Dance Dept, drama, music programs, art department contributing to set design… Backdrop…?
Samantha Alexander Celene Fren
Kristen any chance you can go on 12/6? I'll be in town.
Matt DeMarco
Simone Vinocour McKeever, let's see if we can agree on a date, we can do beforehand
Absolutely!! We are watching the game and looking at dates now.
Suzanne Levine
Friday October 26th, 2018
Come to the LaGuardia student curated art show opening reception on Friday, November 2, 4-7pm in the LaGuardia Art Gallery (2nd floor). The art opening is FREE and open to the public. You don't want to miss it!
Friday October 26th, 2018
For those in the Maryland area, check out the exhibit of M&A '64 alum Alan Binstock "ShadowLands - 3-D Adventures in Light and Space" at The American Center for Physics in College Park, Maryland, through April 12, 2019: www.acp.org/sites/default/files/events/shadowlands.pdf
Thursday October 25th, 2018
A great piece about LaG '12 drama graduate Jamie Sanders, and his journey with Tourette Syndrome: psmag.com/education/jamie-sanders-refuses-to-be-upstaged-by-tourettes
A Young Actor Refuses to Be Upstaged by Tourette Syndrome
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Jamie Sanders is building a career in the theater—while changing how his audiences think about Tourette's.Tuesday October 23rd, 2018
There's another chance to catch Lillian Colon, PA '73, in her one woman show "Lilly" about her journey from an orphanage in the Bronx to the stage at Radio City Music Hall, where she became the first Spanish Rockette. A new show was added on October 27, 9pm, at the United Solo Theatre. Don't miss it!
Monday October 22nd, 2018
Capathia Jenkins (M&A '84) is having a CD release party for her album "PHENOMENAL WOMAN: The Maya Angelou Songs" with Louis Rosen at Birdland October 25-27.
For tickets go to: www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1741842?_ga=2.88986907.1214697234.1539186505-736893508.1539186503
Thursday October 18th, 2018
Tomorrow night, Friday, October 19, you don't want to miss the amazing LaGuardia Symphonic Band and Senior Jazz Concert at 7:30pm. Tickets will be available at the door: $20/$15 students.
Friday October 12th, 2018
Friday, October 19, come out the first LaGuardia concert of the school year! See the Symphonic Band and Senior Jazz at 7:30pm. Tickets can be purchased online at: laguardiahs.tix.com/Schedule.aspx?OrgNum=699
Wednesday October 10th, 2018
SAVE THE DATE! Reunion 2019 will be June 7-8, 2019 for all classes ending in '4' and '9' and all classes from 1940-1953. We can't wait to see you! More details at: alumniandfriends.org/reunions/
Tuesday October 9th, 2018
Friday, October 12, 4-6pm, enjoy the LaGuardia Faculty Art Show in the Art Gallery! FREE and open to the public. Visit the school and see the inspiring work of our incredibly talented educators.
Tuesday October 9th, 2018
Tonight on PBS "American Experience - The Circus" catch LaG '94 alum Johnathan Lee Iverson, former Ringmaster for Ringling Brothers Circus. Iverson was 22 years old when he became the youngest, the first New Yorker, and the first African American Ringmaster in the 150 year history of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/films/circus/
I’ve been recording this show this week and had no idea he went our school . I can’t wait to tell my son we saw him 😊
I had a co-worker whose friend was related to Jonathan and I attended the circus several times with him as ringmaster. I didn't know he was a LaGuardia grad, though. I miss " The Greatest Show on Earth ". I always thought they took excellent care of the elephants. Lions and Tigers in small cages was more of a concern.
And the first classically trained singer!
I cannot wait to watch the Circus: American Experience on TV tonight and see Johnathan Lee Iverson, former Ringmaster for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
Fantastic!
Tuesday October 9th, 2018
Congratulations to Awkwafina (aka Nora Lum, LaG '06) on hosting this weekend's SNL! Two LaGuardia graduates on SNL in one night (also Michael Che, LaG '01). If you missed it, there will be a rerun in a few weeks. Go LaGuardia!
www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2018/10/07/awkwafina-hosted-snl-years-after-lucy-liu-th...
Awkwafina hosted SNL 18 years after Lucy Liu. Their monologues show how times have changed.
washingtonpost.com
Awkwafina was only the second Asian American woman to host the show in its 44-season run.
Watch it on Hulu or on demand!
Did you go to La Guardia High?
She was awesome
She was great in Crazy Rich Asians
Wednesday October 3rd, 2018
For those attending New York Comic Con this weekend, make sure to say hi to Shawn Martinbrough (LaG '89) who will be signing posters and promoting his new project '13:13.'
"13:13—told across two, 48-page volumes—is set before the strange events of the main series, where a succession of peculiar happenings across a near-future Earth taking place at precisely 13:13 p.m. herald a potential apocalypse."
io9.gizmodo.com/comixology-is-launching-its-own-prequel-series-to-frenc-1829295586
Comixology Is Launching Its Own Prequel Series to French Sci-Fi Epic Prométhée
io9.gizmodo.com
Comixology’s original series program isn’t just bringing completely new stories to the digital storefront, but interesting new collaborations with other publishers. We’ve already seen the likes ...Wednesday October 3rd, 2018
Art therapist Beth Lauren Chapnick (LaG '10) is pleased to be involved in a Breast Cancer Gala Fundraiser in NYC on October 9, 2018, for which she has donated two paintings to the silent auction. The Breasties is a non-profit organization that has created a community of young women affected by breast and ovarian cancer. They provide completely free wellness retreats and events worldwide to Previvors and Survivors. More info is available on their Instagram page The Breasties and Paige_Previvor
Tuesday October 2nd, 2018
Could it be, yes it could, something's comin, something good ... LaGuardia '12 alum (and Golden Globe nominee) Ansel Elgort has been cast at Tony in Steven Spielberg and Tony Kushner's adaptation of "West Side Story." Something good, indeed!
variety.com/2018/film/news/ansel-elgort-west-side-story-steven-spielberg-1202964116/
Ansel Elgort to Star in Steven Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’
variety.com
Ansel Elgort has been cast as Tony in Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of the Broadway musical “West Side Story.” Pulitzer prize winner and Oscar nominee Tony Kushner penned the revival of…
The original West Side Story was filmed right where Lincoln Center is now. The city used eminent domain to eliminate the neighborhood.
Cute copy! But even better news!!!! Yahoo
Bravo!
Amazing!!
Excited and anxious - am loyal to the original and Leonard B's music. We shall see BUT Tres Kudos to Ansel/M&A brother!
Monday October 1st, 2018
For those in the Long Island area, check out artwork by former LaGuardia art teacher Betsy Goldberg at the Art League of Long Island through October 7, 2018. The New York Society of Women Artists presents “Insight in Sight," works of painters, mixed media artists, and sculptors at the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery of the Art League of Long Island. artleagueli.net/node/1523
Friday September 28th, 2018
WE ARE GIVING AWAY BOOKS TO OUR WONDERFUL M&A/PA/LAG COMMUNITY! Enter our raffle! alumniandfriends.org/book-giveway-for-the-silver-gun/
Alumni & Friends is pleased to give away several signed copies of the Art Deco mystery novel "The Silver Gun," written by LaGuardia parent L.A. Chandlar. "The Silver Gun" features Mayor Fiorello H. LaGuardia and takes place in NYC in 1936, the year he established our school.
Enter the raffle through Tuesday, October 9 to win a copy of the book, which we will mail to you!
alumniandfriends.org/book-giveway-for-the-silver-gun/
Friday September 28th, 2018
THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30!
If you need books (think advance holiday and birthday presents!), buy at www.barnesandnoble.com through September 30 and up to 20% of all purchases will be donated to LaGuardia! Use this voucher code ID: 12433116 at checkout. So easy!
www.barnesandnoble.com/
Online Bookstore: Books, NOOK ebooks, Music, Movies & Toys
barnesandnoble.com
Barnes & Noble’s online bookstore for books, NOOK ebooks & magazines. Shop music, movies, toys & games, too. FREE shipping on $25 or more!!Friday September 28th, 2018
Save the date October 11, 2018 for the opening of "MySelf" - artwork and writings created by people incarcerated on Rikers Island.
This exhibit was co-curated by Samm Cohen (LaG '92), an art therapist working at Rikers Island Correctional Facility.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services and the School of Visual Arts present “MySelf,” a multi-disciplinary art exhibit featuring the powerful narratives of people incarcerated on Rikers Island. The artists featured in the exhibit are participants of the Creative Arts Therapy Program, the largest jail-based arts therapy program in the nation. Be inspired by stories of self-expression and visions for a better life!
Opening reception is on October 11, 2018 from 5-8pm.
The exhibit is free and open to the public from October 4 to November 16 at School of Visual Arts Gallery, 132 West 21st Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10010
Thursday September 27th, 2018
TONIGHT! Take a stroll on this beautiful day (Sept. 27) to the opening of alumni art show: 'Still Working! M&A ’64' curated by Joan Walton (M&A '64).
Opening reception: Thursday, September 27th, 2018; 5:30-8:30pm at Atlantic Gallery, 548 West 28th Street, Suite 540.
'Still Working! M&A’64' is a collection of work by class of 1964 graduates of Music & Art. The 19 included artists represent a sampling of the immense creative energy the graduates of this class have put forth over the long course of their art practice. The work runs the gamut from ceramic sculpture to painting, assemblage, glass, photography, botanical and political illustration, drawing and printmaking.
atlanticgallery.org/still-working/
Thursday September 27th, 2018
Through September 30th! YOU can easily raise money for LaGuardia this week simply by shopping at Barnes and Noble online. Use this voucher code ID: 12433116 to buy ANY BOOKS online and Barnes and Noble will donate up to 20% of all purchases to LaGuardia!
Thanks to LaGuardia music parent L.A. Chandlar for coordinating this book fair in conjunction with the release of 'The Gold Pawn,' the second installment of her bestselling Art Deco Mystery Series, that involves Mayor Fiorello H. LaGuardia.
www.barnesandnoble.com/
Wednesday September 26th, 2018
Thank you to S'well Bottle for donating 320,000 reusable water bottles to NYC high school students, including all LaGuardia students, in an effort to reduce plastic waste from single use bottles. We know we can count on LaGuardia students to help save the planet! www.nytimes.com/2018/09/23/nyregion/swell-water-bottles-nyc-high-schools.html
320,000 High Schoolers to Get Free Water Bottles. The Goal? 54 Million Fewer Single-Use Drinks
nytimes.com
The company S’Well is giving the water bottles to every New York City high school student in a program that aims to raise environmental consciousness.
Guys, actually, my freshman, who is very concerned about environment, came home yesterday all excited and upset at the same time. Excited that more ppl may use bottles now vs. disposables, upset because many kids were getting multiple bottles, so she ended up with no bottle for herself 🤷♀️. Good thing she already has her own bottles
Yerin Esther Park I want this water bottle.
My freshman didn’t receive a water bottle either. Great promotion, bad execution.
Tuesday September 25th, 2018
YOU can easily raise money for LaGuardia this week simply by shopping at Barnes and Noble online September 25th-30th. Use this voucher code ID: 12433116 to buy ANY BOOKS online September 25th-30th and Barnes and Noble will donate 10-20% of all purchases to LaGuardia!
Tonight at 7pm, LaGuardia parent and author L.A. Chandlar will be hosting a book fair at Barnes and Noble's East 86th Street location to celebrate 'The Gold Pawn,' the second installment of her bestselling Art Deco Mystery Series, that involves Mayor Fiorello H. LaGuardia.
barnesandnoble.com
Monday September 24th, 2018
For those in the Maryland area, check out the grand reopening of the New Carrollton Branch Library, featuring sculpture by Alan Binstock (M&A '64). Programs begin at 11am on Wednesday, September 26.
Monday September 24th, 2018
This Thursday, September 27 is the opening of the very special alumni art show: 'Still Working! M&A ’64' curated by Joan Walton (M&A '64).
Opening reception: Thursday, September 27th, 2018; 5:30-8:30 pm at Atlantic Gallery, 548 West 28th Street, Suite 540.
'Still Working! M&A’64' is a collection of work by class of 1964 graduates of Music & Art. The 19 included artists represent a sampling of the immense creative energy the graduates of this class have put forth over the long course of their art practice. The work runs the gamut from ceramic sculpture to painting, assemblage, glass, photography, botanical and political illustration, drawing and printmaking.
atlanticgallery.org/still-working/
Thanks so much, Alumni and Friends of LaGuardia High School! Hope to see so many of you alums at the reception! We hung the show yesterday and it looks great!
Saturday September 22nd, 2018
Check out Jill Cunniff's (M&A, and singer/songwriter/bassist of Luscious Jackson) solo art exhibit “Lyric and Word Paintings” at 198 Allen Street through Sunday, September 23.
The exhibit showcases a collection of abstract watercolor and mixed media paintings, some of which feature familiar Luscious Jackson lyrics.
"Cunniff was well immersed in art while attending Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music and the Arts. Always inspired by her native NYC surroundings, particularly the graffiti-draped subway cars of the ’80s, Cunniff went on to hone her own vibrant style ..." Read more at: www.boweryboogie.com/2018/09/luscious-jackson-singer-has-solo-art-exhibition-at-198-allen-street/ and check out her website at: www.jillcunniffstudio.com/
Thursday September 20th, 2018
Hooray for two LaG '11 alumni - Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen and Theo Hoffman - for being included in WQXR's list of '40 Under 40: A New Generation of Superb Opera Singers!' www.wqxr.org/story/40-under-40-new-generation-superb-opera-singers/
40 Under 40: A New Generation of Superb Opera Singers | Operavore | WQXR
wqxr.org
WQXR's Fred Plotkin on opera's rising stars to watch.
Twenty levvv
Incredible !
Woohoo! 😀 😀 😀
Amazing!!! Incredibly honored and humbled to have been one of their music teachers.
Thursday September 20th, 2018
We say goodbye to Arthur Mitchell (PA, '52), who passed away Wednesday, September 19. Mitchell was the first black ballet dancer to achieve international stardom. He was one of the most popular dancers with New York City Ballet, where he danced from 1956 to 1968, and the founding director of the groundbreaking Dance Theater of Harlem. His legacy lives on forever.
www.nytimes.com/2018/09/19/obituaries/arthur-mitchell-dead.html
Arthur Mitchell Is Dead at 84; Showed the Way for Black Dancers
nytimes.com
Mr. Mitchell, the first black ballet dancer to achieve international stardom, was also the founding director of the groundbreaking Dance Theater of Harlem.
May his memory be a blessing. I met him some 20 years ago when he came to NC.
Rest in Peace
Arthur Mitchell changed the dancing world for black dancers. He refused to step down and be intimidated. He soldiered on and formed a world class dancing company. A role model and hero for all performing artists. RIP dear Alumni, P.A. Class of 52.
Lorna Cookie O'Farrell-Mac Intiree
Rip Thankyou for your dance
Rest In Peace
RIP dear alumni 52
Tuesday September 18th, 2018
Congratulations to Vesper Stamper (LaG '94) on her young adult novel "When the Night Sings" being nominated for a National Book Award. www.nationalbook.org/nba2018-ypl-stamper-what-the-night-sings.html
nationalbook.org
After losing her family and everything she knew in the Nazi concentration camps, Gerta is finally liberated, only to find herself completely alone. Without her Papa, her music, or even her true identi...Monday September 17th, 2018
Congratulations to Merritt Wever (LaG '98) on her Emmy for best supporting actress for "Godless" on Netflix! This is Merritt's second Emmy. Go LaGuardia! www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2018/09/merritt-wever-emmy-acceptance-speech-2013-2018
A Complete History of Merritt Wever’s Perfect Emmy Acceptance Speeches
vanityfair.com
The actress always surprises, and never disappoints.
Congrats!!!
Loved her since Nurse Jackie — had no idea she was #LaG!!!!
I remember Merritt for a guest appearance on Law and Order. I tought that one was a winner.
Yaaaasssss!!!! Congratulations! '98 was a great class😉🌟
Congratulations 🎈🍾🎊🎉
that was a good show - liked it a lot
Congrats!!!
Congrats!!!!!!!
Fabulous!! Congrats🎉🎉
Monday September 17th, 2018
Catch LaG '01 alum Michael Che co-hosting tonight's Emmy Awards on NBC! And let's see how many M&A/PA/LaG alums get nominated!
www.cnbc.com/2018/09/17/2018-emmy-awards-michael-che-went-from-selling-t-shirts-to-snl.html
How Emmys host Michael Che went from selling shirts on a NYC street-corner to 'Saturday Night Live'
cnbc.com
The comedian sold T-shirts to Billy Crystal and Tommy Hilfiger.
He was the host of our PA fundraiser two years in the Little Flower Theater and was absolutely hysterical!
Go....M&A/PA/LaG 🎉🎉🎉
I no longer watch award shows or beauty contests ( pageants?). Even shows at LaGuardia inject politics ( always to the left ). Rebuttal is never allowed.
I LOVE IT!!! So excited when I learn that someone who is wonderful in the field is an alum of MY HIGH SCHOOL... Makes us all so PROUD!!!
Friday September 14th, 2018
Lilly Colon, PA '73, is starring in a one woman about her journey from an orphanage in the Bronx to the stage at Radio City Music Hall, where she became the first Spanish Rockette. Don't miss this inspirational show on Monday, September 17 at the United Solo Theatre Festival!
Tuesday September 11th, 2018
On this day of remembrance, we look to the beautiful Tribute in Light.
Tribute in Light is a commemorative public art installation presented every year, from dusk to dawn, on the night of September 11. It was conceived by several artists and designers, including LaG '89 alumnus Julian LaVerdiere, who were then brought together under the auspices of the Municipal Art Society and Creative Time.
It has become an iconic symbol that both honors those killed and celebrates the unbreakable spirit of New York.
www.911memorial.org/tribute-light
Sunday September 9th, 2018
We're very excited that LaG '01 alum Michael Che will be co-hosting the Emmy's on September 17! www.instyle.com/news/who-is-michael-che
Everything to Know About 2018 Emmys Co-Host Michael Che
instyle.com
Btw, Che isn't actually his last name.
wow, didn't know he was an Alum
Sorry, I no longer watch awards shows or beauty contests. Even shows put on at LaGuardia have been political sounding boards with no room for rebuttal.
Friday September 7th, 2018
This Monday please vote for LaG '17 alumna Genessy Castillo, who is one of the 4 finalists on "So You Think You Can Dance!" Genessy was a recipient of multiple Alumni & Friends Awards and we are so proud! nypost.com/2018/09/06/queens-is-rooting-for-this-so-you-think-you-can-dance-finalist/
Queens is rooting for this ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ finalist
nypost.com
Genessy Castillo beat out more than 2,000 hopefuls to make the finals on “So You Think You Can Dance” — but she almost didn’t even try out. “My friends were like, ‘We’re all going, just ...Thursday September 6th, 2018
Congratulations to Justin Fenniman (LaG '15) on his amazing opportunity to build the sets for "Hamilton" in Puerto Rico. Look where that LaGuardia Technical Theater education can take you!
www.uncsa.edu/news/20180903-justin-fenniman-hudson-scenic.aspx?utm
D&P student earns dream internship building sets for "Hamilton"
uncsa.edu
Scenic Technology student Justin Fenniman didn’t have to go far to find his perfect fit as Shop Floor Intern at Hudson Scenic Studio.
Having been part of the very first official “Tech” crew, I’m very happy to see it’s still going on, and even happier there are those who have continued with it! Bravo!!!
Congrats.. and kudos!
Congratulations!
Congrats 🎉🎉
Awesome!
Yvette Mooney
congratulations!
Tuesday September 4th, 2018
For those of you who didn't receive our alumni email this weekend, you can read it here: conta.cc/2CjSnkq
Please sign up to receive future emails at: alumniandfriends.org/connect
Tuesday September 4th, 2018
A wonderful piece on Raven Barkley (LaG '11), who is not just a dancer with the Charlotte Ballet, but is also pursuing a master's degree in computer science: www.charlotteobserver.com/entertainment/arts-culture/article217656290.html
1 to Watch: Raven Barkley. Her ‘epiphany’ in middle school changed her course.
charlotteobserver.com
From the waist up, the photograph reveals a warrior: Eyes wary, jaw set, muscled arms planted defiantly on hips. From the waist down, it shows a ballerina: tutu flaring, legs fully extended and tightl...