[BCMA] Media Release: Gallery Promises Riotous Good Time at annual Youth Alternative Arts Event, August 24, 2013

[Moderated BCMA subscriber listserv.]

MEDIA RELEASE

For Immediate Release

Contact: Kelly MacIntosh

kelly at vernonpublicartgallery.com

 

July 29, 2013

 

Vernon Public Art Gallery

Gallery Promises a Riotous Good Time

 

What: 5th Annual Riot on the Roof!

Where: Vernon Parkade, 3228 31st Ave. Vernon, BC

When: August 24, 2013, 7-11pm

Why: Alternative Arts Event for Teens

Who: Vernon Public Art Gallery 


The Vernon Public Art Gallery is gearing up for its 5th annual alternative
arts event: Riot on the Roof.  On Saturday, August 24th, Riot will transform
the Vernon Parkade into a vibrant sphere of creativity by showcasing the
artistic talents of emerging artists from the Okanagan and surrounding
areas.  

 

"Each summer our Youth Ambassadors bring new energy to the event, new
perspectives, and a new vision, and because of this Riot on the Roof has
become a dynamic event including everything from live music to spoken word
poetry. Jamie and Robert (2013 Youth Ambassadors) have been working
tirelessly to recruit new artists and provide audiences with a very unique
Riot experience." Said Dauna Kennedy Grant, Executive Director.

 

Three very impressive artist(s) groups have been scheduled to appear; a good
example of the diversity at this event.

 

Mousai Entertainment, based out of Vancouver and Calgary, is a collaboration
of ten diverse performers, specializing in many forms of dance and body
movement including contemporary, jazz, ballet, contact dance, flamenco, and
belly dance. In addition, some of the members have training in partner
acrobatics, contortion, aerial ribbon, fire eating, and prop manipulation.
Mousai adds to the atmospheric element of any venue through artistic
interactive dance and body movement. The team incorporates elaborate,
creative character roles and costuming into their shows. While creating
these live visual acts, Mousai performers stimulate and uplift people's
conscious energies. Through the unspoken language of dance, Mousai promotes
positive vibrations and awareness of the body. While working with venues,
lighting, decor, and visual experts, Mousai will become part of the
atmosphere at Riot. Expect to see Mousai perusing the levels of the Parkade
throughout the evening.



On the main stage, guests will hear The Dragstrip Devils, a
rockabilly/psycho-billy trio from Vernon, BC. The band members love fast
cars, hot licks and pin-up chicks! Influenced by Eddie Cochran, Gene Vincent
and Johnny Burnett with a twist, their songs will make you want to rip it up
and hit that dance floor with your baby. This three piece band will have you
shakin' all over!

 

Nathan Hare has been perfecting the balancing act of performance poetry.
Immersed in the written word yet drawn towards the stage, Nathan has
performed over a hundred times in the last two years, sharing his art form
everywhere; from churches to sweaty basements. Praised for his humour,
honesty and narrative ability, Nathan ultimately attempts to create work
that will bring joy and inspire.

 

The focus of Riot on the Roof is to promote youth involvement in the
Okanagan's artistic community and provide an opportunity to view and
participate in alternative forms of art and entertainment. Such art forms
include music, dance, fashion, film, performance, visual arts, and more.
This highly anticipated event is enjoyed by hundreds each year and promises
to provide a fun and riotous evening for all.



Riot on the Roof runs from 7:00 pm-11:00 pm on Saturday, August 24th atop
the Vernon Parkade, on the corner of 31st Ave and 33rd St. Tickets are $5
for Gallery members or $10 for non-members, available in advance at the
Gallery or at the door.

 

Photos: Mousai Entertainment, Dragstrip Devils, Nathan Hare

 

For more information about the Vernon Public Art Gallery contact:
250-545-3173, @VernonAGallery ambassador at vernonpublicartgallery.com ,
www.vernonpublicartgallery.com 

 

For more information about Riot on the Roof visit the Rioting Youth Blog
<http://riotingyouth.wordpress.com/> , or visit the Facebook Page
<https://www.facebook.com/events/670834509597386/> .

 

Kelly MacIntosh
Marketing and Programming Coordinator

 

VPAGlogo

3228-31st Avenue, Vernon BC V1T 2H3 

vernonpublicartgallery.com (250) 545-3173

Follow us on  <http://twitter.com/vernonagallery> Twitter &
<https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vernon-Public-Art-Gallery/92358973285>
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Coming to the Gallery:

 
<http://www.vernonpublicartgallery.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=art
icle&id=181&Itemid=105> Kristoff Steinruck; The Marble Range | August 1 -
October 10
 
<http://www.vernonpublicartgallery.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=art
icle&id=181&Itemid=105> Joanne Sale; Connections | August 1 - October 31
 
<http://www.vernonpublicartgallery.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=art
icle&id=181&Itemid=105> Marissa Brown; Friends and Lovers | August 1 -
October 10

 
<http://www.vernonpublicartgallery.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=art
icle&id=181&Itemid=105> Cherryville Artists Association Members; Artist or
Artisan: Where is the Line? | August 1 - October 10

Join us at the Openinging Reception, Thursday, August 1, 6-8pm

 

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