Historic Downtown Theater Cultivates Diversity and Artistic Expression Among Local Performers
The Palladium at SPC proudly presents the inaugural Creative Fellowship Festival, a three-night celebration showcasing the talents of current and past Palladium Creative Fellows. The festival will take place from February 6 to February 8, 2025, offering a diverse lineup of performances that highlight the innovation and artistry nurtured by the Creative Fellowship program. Each evening promises a unique experience, from evocative dance works to captivating jazz performances and modern operatic artistry.
“Our mission with this program is to provide artists from diverse backgrounds with the space and resources they need to flourish and share their distinctive voices with our audiences. As a longstanding beacon of artistic expression, the Palladium is dedicated to supporting emerging talents in their creative journeys, says Paul Wilborn, Executive Director at the Palladium.
FESTIVAL DETAILS:
Thursday, February 6 at 7:30 PM
Sadie Lehmker – The Forget-Me-Knots The Palladium Creative Fellowship Festival – Night One:
Experience the power of movement and memory as Palladium Creative Fellow and choreographer Sadie Lehmker presents The Forget-Me-Knots. Inspired by personal and familial experiences with Alzheimer’s and dementia, this poignant dance work explores how memory is lost and rediscovered, posing the question: How do we remember, and what changes in the re-remembering?
The evening will open with a performance of Imperfect Joys by Creative Fellowship alumni Helen Hansen French and John C. O’Leary, setting the stage for a night of profound artistry.
Ticket link: https://mypalladium.org/events/creative-fellowship-festival-sadie-lehmker-the-forget-me-knots/
Friday, February 7 at 8:00 PM
Bryan Hughes & Crew – The Great American Songbook The Palladium Creative Fellowship Festival – Night Two:
Bryan J. Hughes and “The Crew” bring the timeless elegance of The Great American Songbook to life, featuring classics from Bennett to Basie and Sinatra to Dorsey.
Joined by Palladium Creative Fellowship alumni James Suggs (trumpet), Alejandro Arenas (bass), John C. O’Leary (piano), and Jean Bolduc (drums), “The Crew” delivers a night of sensational melodies and stunning arrangements that celebrate jazz’s enduring legacy.
Ticket link: https://mypalladium.org/events/bryan-hughes-the-crew-the-great-american-songbook/
Saturday, February 8 at 8:00 PM
Jason Hackenwerth – Sparrow’s Dream: A Journey of Transcendence The Palladium Creative Fellowship Festival – Night Three:
The festival concludes with Sparrow’s Dream: A Journey of Transcendence by multidisciplinary artist Jason Hackenwerth. This modern opera features a cast of wearable art forms brought to life, portraying an extraordinary evolution of the soul. Audiences will be mesmerized by the interplay of stunning visuals and compelling narrative as the characters navigate the temptations of unconscious desires and the revelations of transcendence.
About the Palladium Creative Fellowship Program
The Creative Fellowship program supports emerging and established artists by providing resources, space, and opportunities to create and showcase their work. The program reflects The Palladium’s mission to bring the arts and community together, fostering creativity and innovation while celebrating the transformative power of performance.
Tickets and Information:
Tickets for the Creative Fellowship Festival are now available. For details and reservations, visit mypalladium.org or call the Palladium Box Office at (727) 822-3590.
