WETA Arts: October 2020
Local Colombian American band DeSanguashington; Phillips Collection Director and CEO Dorothy Kosinski showcases the museum's online offerings; "Rags," a 1986 musical about immigration.
This month: Local Colombian American band DeSanguashington plays a unique blend of Colombian folk and pop music, and adapts to the pandemic with socially-distanced music videos; the Director of The Phillips Collection, Dr. Dorothy Kosinski, reveals the museum’s online initiatives; and pre-pandemic, George Mason University students get a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to stage the in-progress Broadway musical Rags, followed by a discussion with the playwright about the show’s future in light of the pandemic.
DeSanguashington
Groove to the Music: You can listen to DeSanguashington’s first EP, Viajero, on all streaming services! Make sure to check out the music videos for their songs “Volver” and “Mi Poesia, Mi Caramelo.”
Learn More: Take some time to discover more about the fascinating history of Cumbia and Vallenato music.
Stay Updated: For all things DeSangaushington, check out their official website, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook pages!
The Phillips Collection
Artwork Meditation: If you’re looking for a brief moment of relaxation in these stressful times, check out The Phillips Collection’s Contemplation Audio Tour. These 10-minute audio guides led by meditation instructor, Elizabeth Cantor, will allow you to take time for yourself and connect with some of the collection’s most celebrated artwork. For more art-based contemplation, follow the hashtag #MuseumMomentofZen on Instagram and Twitter!
Online Exhibits: The Phillips Collection is temporarily closed, but that doesn’t mean you can’t experience their impressive collection of art. The Phillips Collection’s YouTube channel features in-depth explorations of previous and current exhibits, such as Riffs and Relations: African American Artists and the European Modernist Tradition and Moira Dryer: Back in Business. You can also check out these exhibits and others on their Google Arts & Culture page.
Stay Connected: For more information on The Phillips Collection, head over to their Stay Connected webpage, where you can find links to social media, art challenges, blog posts, and more!
Rags
Learn More: To hear more about George Mason University’s run of Rags, check out Mason in Rags: Bringing a New/Old Musical to Life, an extended interview with the directors and cast of the musical, created as part of the Mason Arts at Home series. You can listen to the songs featured in the episode, and more, with the Rags the Musical: Original London Cast Recording, now available on streaming services!
Stay Updated: To stay in-the-know on the ongoing journey of Rags, make sure to check out their official Twitter page.
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Local Colombian American band DeSanguashington; The Phillips Collection Director and CEO Dorothy Kosinski showcases the museum's online offerings; Rags, a 1986 musical about immigration.
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