Reminder: Art Alive


According to Knox planners, this year's is the largest grouping, with 40 entries. It amazes the senses when you see life imitating art in ways that boggle the mind. See how ingeniously these artists pay homage to the masters of the art world in emulating 3D replicas of instantly recognizable works. Click here for a slideshow of some of last year's entries.
No matter how jaded you may be, there's always a surprise at Art Alive. As you can see from the photo above, some of the artists' poses are very difficult. Hurry to the Knox before their arms and legs give out! See if you can pick out the winners before the judges do.

For one night only, Artpark leaves Lewiston, NY, and brings this year’s cast to Shea’s Smith Theatre. Artpark has just completed their first weekend of shows and this upcoming weekend will be their last. This year, they are producing Disney’s Beauty and the Beast with tickets ranging from $25 to $45. Your opportunity to see the cast and hear some of the songs comes this Wednesday, August 20 for just $15.
The show is a benefit cabaret called “Behind the Castle.” Cast mem …
How many of you made it to last year’s Opening Night Gala at the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra? How many missed out? With the show being a sell out, it might be prudent to buy your tickets as soon as possible. You can do that starting August 25th at 9 AM as well as purchase any tickets for the 2008/2009 Season.
Their Opening Night Gala features Itzhak Perlman on September 27th at 8 PM. JoAnn Falletta will be conducting with Perlman playing the violin. The evening begins with R …
The Performing Arts Center at Rockwell at Buffalo State College just announced their 2008-2009 Great Performers Series. The series, presented by M&T Bank and WBFO, brings world-class artists to the college. This year the series brings everything from Louisiana blues to a flamenco guitarist, Celtic Christmas carols to bluegrass.
Rockwell hall only has a capacity of 856. This intimate setting provides a great way to listen to these talented artists, but unfortunately, it means that …
Formed in April of 1891, the Buffalo Society of Artists is one of the oldest arts organizations in Western New York. The other being The Buffalo Fine Arts Academy, predecessor and parent organization of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, founded in 1862.
The history of these two organizations is tightly intertwined and reads as a continuing loop of discussions and controversy over issues such as the appreciation of local artists and traditional vs. modern and progressive art. The … 

