Clark Art Presents Thematic Tour on British Art

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WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — On Sunday, April 21 at 11:15 am, the Clark Art Institute presents a free In Focus tour examining how British artists and artists working in nineteenth-century Britain used realism and compelling storytelling in their art. 
 
A Clark educator leads a thematic tour of the permanent collection, exploring how key artists depicted emotions in their figural works. Learn about groundbreaking modes of landscape painting originated by artists such as Joseph Mallord William Turner and John Constable.
 
Free with gallery admission. Capacity is limited. Visitors may pick up a ticket at the Clark Center Admissions desk, available on a first-come, first-served basis. 
 

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North Berkshire Community Dance

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass — On May 11, North Berkshire Community Dance will hold its monthly contra dance with calling (teaching) by Quena Crain, and live traditional fiddle music by masters of the New England contra dance repertoire.
 
The dance will run from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Community Hall of the First Congregational Church, 906 Main St., Williamstown. Admission is pay-as-you-can, $12 to $20 suggested.   For more information, visit www.NorthBerkshireDance.org.
 
According to a press release:
 
Contra dancing is a contemporary take on a living tradition. The music is live, the dances are taught, and anyone is welcome, with or without a partner — people change partners fluidly for each dance.  The caller teaches dance moves and skills as needed.
 
Quena Crain will call (teach) all dances, starting the evening with easy dances friendly to newcomers and families with children.
 
Music will be provided by Mary Cay Brass, Laurie Indenbaum, and Andy Davis
 
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