The mission of Arts at the Armory is to provide an inclusive and accessible venue for arts, cultural and community events, exhibitions, markets, classes and more.
In a recent survey, “more venues to perform/display art” was the #1 ranked and most desired outcome of a cultural plan for the City of Somerville. In response to this need, we launched our first Performance Opportunity Program series in February. With a goal to raise $10,000 by June 30th, we are dedicating our June Campaign to supporting our Performance Opportunity Program (POP). We are asking for your ongoing support so that we can continue to provide POP as an opportunity to artists and cultural workers at least once per month. Thank you for giving as generously as you can. We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming POP event! Click here to give and learn more about POP.
Artists who have been part of Somerville Arts Council’s AiR Program have been hard at work in the studios to bring you in-progress showings, performances, and experiences from May into the summer. You can join these artists in venues such as the Center for the Arts at the Armory, at ArtAssembled at Assembly Row, the Crystal Ballroom, and along the Mystic River all in Somerville! The following performances will be taking place inside the Arts at the Armory Performance Hall:
For more information, please visit www.artassembled.org or www.somervilleartscouncil.org. Arts at the Armory’s Performance Opportunity Program (POP) is generously supported by Cambridge Trust, Mass Cultural Council and Somerville Arts Council. Photo credit: Olivia Moon Photography.
VIP, General Admission and Virtual Tickets are now on sale for “A Night in Bloom,” Arts at the Armory’s 2022 Gala. Arts at the Armory’s 2022 Gala on May 20th. The in-person event will take place inside of the Armory Performance Hall located at 191 Highland Ave. in Somerville, MA. The in-person VIP Hour begins at 6pm and general admission begins at 7pm. The virtual event begins at 7:30pm. Click here to purchase tickets.
A Night in Bloom will showcase Arts at the Armory as a vital home for the arts in Somerville through compelling performances, recognition of cultural honorees, and delightful food by Nada Cart and beverages by Aeronaut.
Our event headliner is Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR), a composer, violinist and educator known for taking his signature violin music, infused with electronic, urban, and African-American influences, beyond the proscenium.
Flamenco artist Laura Sanchez will be performing for the VIP Hour, and guests from Esh Circus Arts and Books of Hope will be participating in the main event. We are also thrilled to announce this year’s special honorees:
Lifetime Achievement: Katherine Martin Widmer, School of Painting Community Arts Advocate: Emily Ruddock, MASSCreative Outstanding Artist: Pauline Lim Volunteer of the Year: Michael Milczarek
Please contact Stephanie at [email protected] about sponsorship and auction donation opportunities. We are looking forward to seeing you on May 20th!
Please note that masks are highly recommended for all guests attending the in-person event.
