Artwork Farm at Serenbe 2025 Programming Introduced

The Artwork Farm at Serenbe has introduced their 2025 lineup, and so they’ll offer a big selection of programming together with theater productions, workshops, and opera performances.

Artwork Farm at Serenbe, a performing arts group in Chattahoochee Hills, has introduced their 2025 occasions — and there shall be loads of thrilling productions for everybody. Artists, musicians, singers and dancers will grace the levels all through Serenbe for over 75 reveals all through the calendar yr.  

Occasions taking place at Artwork Farm at Serenbe this yr embody…

Sister Sadie Efficiency
February 21

Comprised of members Deanie Richardson (fiddle), Gena Britt (banjo & vocals), Jaelee Roberts (guitar & vocals), Dani Flowers (guitar & vocals), Maddie Dalton (acoustic bass & vocals), and Wet Miatke (mandolin, vocals), Sister Sadie exemplifies the spirit of bluegrass whereas pushing its boundaries. Their dedication to storytelling, technical prowess and heartfelt performances ensures they continue to be on the forefront of the style. Bringing their abilities to Serenbe for an evening full of a shared ardour for his or her craft and a dedication to excellence, Sister Sadie is greater than a band – they’re a motion, carrying the torch for bluegrass music into the long run whereas honoring its wealthy traditions.

Greater than a Second: Serenity for Shango
February 23

World Premiere at Serenbe of the documentary “Greater than a Second: Serenity for Shango.” This thought-provoking movie highlights Serenbe group’s artistic response to the nation’s reckoning with racism.  It highlights the unbelievable artists who responded to an invite for public artwork in Serenbe that might stand as a beacon of welcome and belonging to African American guests and residents.  It affords reflections on battle, hope, and therapeutic. Directed by Kenson Robley, the screening additionally evokes dialogue about what’s subsequent.  We hope you’ll be part of us to be a part of “Greater than a Second.”

Workshop Sequence 

March 9-14: Writing Household Tales with Jessica Handler

April 6-11: The Fearless Sketchbook with Iain Stewart

Could 11-16: Mould Making for All with Rachel Garceau

Motion pictures that Made Me with William Hunter Morris 
March 7 

Discover the world of movie and manufacturing with famend Manufacturing Designer and Artwork Director William Hunter, whose credit embody Star Trek (2009), Daybreak of the Planet of the Apes (2014), and Alice in Wonderland(2010). On this intimate dialog, William Hunter will share insights into the artwork of crafting star-studded film units, detailing how he brings artistic visions to life to form a few of your favourite movies.

Achieve a behind-the-scenes take a look at the intricate design course of, from conceptual sketches to totally realized cinematic worlds. William will focus on the challenges and improvements concerned in constructing immersive environments, in addition to the collaboration required to rework a script right into a visually beautiful expertise. Whether or not you’re an aspiring designer, a movie fanatic, or just curious concerning the magic behind the scenes, this occasion affords a uncommon alternative to study from one of many business’s main creatives.

The Wash 
March 14 – March 23, 2025 

The Influence Theatre Atlanta and Synchronicity Theatre presents the Premiere of Kelundra’s Smith’s “THE WASH.” This vibrant and humorous play tells the true story of the Atlanta Washerwomen’s strike of 1881, the place Black ladies demanded truthful wages and ignited a wave of labor activism throughout Georgia.  Making worldwide information, the strike had a reverberating impact across the state, with nurses, cooks, and different home employees from Rome to Savannah, GA demanding a good wage because of the ladies’s bravery.

Jazz Sequence 

Immerse your self within the soulful, wealthy sounds of world-renowned jazz artists, together with the award-winning Sounds of April and Randall (S.O.A.R), musical composer Kenny Banks, and powerhouse vocalist Rhonda Thomas. These three installments of Jazz will begin in April and can finish in  September 2025. Identified for his or her dynamic performances and deep-rooted ardour for jazz, these celebrated musicians will take the stage to ship a night full of electrifying power, heartfelt melodies, and the timeless essence of Jazz. These musicians will gentle up the stage in a charming three-part Jazz Sequence, introduced by Artwork Farm.

Jazz: Sounds of April and Randall
April 25 

The award-winning, Billboard-charting jazz ensemble, led by powerhouse vocalist April Could Webb and acclaimed trumpeter Randall Haywood, ignites the stage with soulful melodies in an unforgettable night time on the Artwork Farms Jazz Sequence. Named “Greatest Jazz Group” on the New York Metropolis Reader’s Jazz Awards, the pair has crafted a sound that’s each deeply private and refreshingly revolutionary. Companions in each music and life, their artistry displays a profound connection and a shared ardour for storytelling.

Terminus Fashionable Ballet
Could 9 – Could 18

Spring comes alive within the scenic great thing about Serenbe, impressed by Vivaldi’s timeless The 4 Seasons. Expertise a dynamic repertory program that includes Terminus Co-Founder, Rachel Van Buskirk’s, Secrets and techniques, alongside world premiere by award-winning choreographer Jimmy Orrante. This marks the beginning of an unique four-part seasonal sequence at Serenbe, mixing the magic of The 4 Seasons with the essence of the 4 parts.

Spring Poet Efficiency
Could 30

Sarah Kay a New Yorker, poet, educator, and co-director of Venture VOICE. She’s the writer of 5 poetry collections, together with B, No Matter the Wreckage, The Sort, All Our Wild Surprise, and her newest, A Little Daylight Left. A celebrated performer in over 30 international locations, she’s additionally a TED speaker, New Arizona Fellow for New America, and a writer-in-residence at Hedgebrook. Her work extends past the web page—she’s an occasional editor for Write Bloody Publishing, a co-columnist for PoetryRx at The Paris Evaluate, and a co-curator of the Ours Poetica internet sequence. She was the first-ever function on PBS NewsHour’s Temporary However Spectacular sequence and has been an artist-in-residence at Serenbe, Grace Cathedral, and Kundiman. Be a part of us on Could thirtieth in Serenbe for an unforgettable poetry efficiency as a part of her residency, adopted by a ebook signing at Hills & Hamlet to have fun her latest assortment, A Little Daylight Left. Don’t miss this opportunity to expertise her phrases stay! 

Kenny Banks 
June 6 

Well-known Composer, arranger, and performer Kenny Banks takes the highlight within the second installment of Artwork Farm’s Jazz Sequence, delivering an unforgettable night time of jazz. A local of Columbus, Ohio, he started learning and enjoying music on the age of seven. His musical journey began within the church, finally main him to pursue formal coaching at Central State College. After graduating, Kenny taught vocal music in Columbus Public Faculties earlier than following his ardour, touring as a clinician, keyboardist, musical director, and producer throughout the USA and past. Kenny has made notable tv appearances on BET and the Picture Awards and has carried out at prestigious occasions, together with the inauguration and United Nations Ceremony for President Barack Obama. 

Dad’s Storage Youngsters Camp
June 9 – 13 @ Terra Faculty 

Coming to Serenbe on June ninth–June thirteenth, Dad’s Storage, is an award-winning non revenue theatre firm based in 1995, that performs for a collective viewers of over 30,000 individuals yearly. Primarily based in Atlanta’s historic Previous Fourth Ward on Ezzard Road, bringing performances to our house theatre, public occasions throughout the continent, and festivals worldwide. With a year-round schedule, Dad’s Storage produces over 400 reveals yearly, together with authentic productions, particular occasions, and performances past our common lineup. Dad’s Storage engages a youthful demographic not sometimes served by conventional arts organizations. Via strategic programming collaborations, Dad’s storage introduces its viewers to establishments like The Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Opera, and Atlanta Ballet, increasing their appreciation for the humanities.

Rhonda Thomas (Jazz Night time Sequence)
September 26 

Powerhouse vocalist Rhonda Thomas lights up the stage as the ultimate performer of the Artwork Farm Jazz Sequence.Vocalist Rhonda Thomas captivates audiences along with her signature fashion, sultry voice, and highly effective songwriting. Music lovers who’ve adopted her journey by way of albums like Guess Who I Noticed Immediately, Breathe New Life, Pay attention, Little Drummer Woman, and her stay DVD Rhonda Thomas: Stay at Centennial Park have been thrilled when she collaborated with super-producers Khari Cabral, Daz-i-Kue, and Julius Pace to create her 2015 launch, Vinyl Daze. The album soared to #12 on the Billboard Jazz Charts, and at this time, Rhonda continues to craft new music, additional increasing her artistry.

Opera Occasion
November 14 – 15 

Artwork Farm is thrilled to current a conventional live performance as a part of our Opera Occasion Weekend, that includes the unbelievable Mary-Hollis Hundley. As well as, company may have the distinctive alternative to get pleasure from an intimate dinner with the acclaimed soprano. Mary-Hollis lately accomplished her first season on the roster of the Metropolitan Opera, serving as a canopy for Sister Catherine and Sister Lillian in Heggie’s Useless Man Strolling. She launches her 2024-25 season with Orlando Opera, making her firm debut as Woman Macbeth in Macbeth. She then returns to the Helena Symphony to carry out as Gertrude in Hansel und Gretel and takes on the function of Mom in Amahl and the Night time Guests with Dayton Opera. Moreover, she is going to be part of the Amadeus Chamber Ensemble because the soprano soloist in a Beethoven Vocal Rarities Live performance.

Terminus Fashionable Nut Suite
December 12-21

Again for one more yr, The Artwork Farm at Serenbe presents Terminus’ “The Nutcracker Suite.”  Embark on a journey to the Land of the Sweets with Clara and Drosselmeyer! Terminus Pupil Firm presents The Nutcracker Suite, an immersive vacation ballet that includes Snowflakes, dancing Bonbons, and the enchanting Sugar Plum Fairy. The expert dancers of Terminus Ballet Faculty breathe life into the story and music, making a magical expertise.