Thursday, November 16th
7:00- 9:30 pm
The Oak Street Mansion
4343 Oak Street | KCMO
Behind The Curtain: An Artist Discovery Series
Featured Artist: Colombian Classical Guitarist Nilko Andreas
Join us for an extraordinary evening of artistic exploration at Behind The Curtain – An Artist Discovery Series. Curated by artist Erin J. McGrane, this captivating event unfolds at the historic Oak Street Mansion. Connect deeply with our featured artists in an intimate setting through an artist-led talk, interactive exhibit, live performance, interview, and engaging conversations. Sample cuisine curated to highlight the artist’s Colombian heritage and luxuriate in our charming boutique Inn with overnight accommodation. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a curious mind, or simply looking for a memorable night out, Behind The Curtain – An Artist Discovery Series offers an unforgettable experience. Limited to 35 participants.
Tickets include:
Interview with the Artist, Artist Talk, Intimate Performance by Nilko Andreas, cuisine inspired by the Artist’s Colombian heritage, and an Overnight stay at the historic Oak Street Mansion in luxurious comfort (subject to availability).
About the Artist:
“…an electrifying performer known for his powerful stage presence and spontaneity” –Backstage New York
Since his 2009 Carnegie Hall debut, Nilko Andreas, a multifaceted artist from Colombia, has wowed audiences globally as a classical guitarist, composer, actor, and singer. Based in New York City for 22 years, he blends his Colombian musical roots with extensive training in cello, classical guitar, composition, and orchestral conducting from The Manhattan School of Music. Nilko is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Latin American Chamber Music Society of New York and serves as Artistic Director at AZLO Productions.| www.nilkoandreas.com
Thursday, October 26, 2023
7:00- 9:30 pm
The Oak Street Mansion
4343 Oak Street | KCMO
Join us for an extraordinary evening of artistic exploration at Behind The Curtain – An Artist Discovery Series. Connect deeply with our featured artists in an intimate setting through an artist-led talk, interactive exhibit, live performance, interview, and engaging conversations. Discover photographer and visual artist Chris Dahlquist’s unique perspective, gain insight into her artistic journey, and witness her incredible work firsthand. Savor delectable cuisine and spirits curated to highlight the artists’ culture and vision. Feel the magic of an intimate musical performance by a master musician Amado Espinoza. Luxuriate in our charming boutique Inn with overnight accommodation.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a curious mind, or simply looking for a memorable night out, Behind The Curtain – An Artist Discovery Series offers an unforgettable experience. Limited to just 35 participants, the package includes an artist talk and gallery tour, live performance, food, beverages, and lodging (subject to Inn availability).
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
Kansas City based visual artist Chris Dahlquist has exhibited extensively throughout the United States in a variety of traditional and non-traditional settings including art galleries, art fairs, and large-scale public installations that allow audiences to interact with photographic objects in unexpected ways. Dahlquist’s works are in hundreds of individual, corporate and civic collections and have won numerous awards, including a curatorial award from the Houston Museum of Fine Arts as well as grants from Mid-America Art Alliance and the Kansas City Arts Council. Dahlquist is represented by Sager Reeves Gallery and Olson Larsen Galleries. | www.chrisdahlquist.com
Amado Espinoza, an award-winning Bolivian musician and instrument-maker, seamlessly fuses Andean folk traditions with diverse musical influences. He co-founded Resonation Music and Arts, LLC, fostering cultural curiosity through music and storytelling. Amado has collaborated with Ensemble Iberica, contributed to film, theater, and dance projects, and received the 2022 Spirit of Folk award from Folk Alliance International. He’s a 2019 grant recipient of the Lighton International Artist Exchange Program, a 2017 Charlotte Street Foundation Generative Performing Arts Fellow, and gave a masterclass on Andean Music at Berklee School of Music in October 2019. Amado is a Milan Conservatory graduate from Cochabamba, Bolivia. | www.amadoespinoza.com
Thursday, September 21, 2023
7:00- 9:30 pm
The Oak Street Mansion
4343 Oak Street | KCMO
Experience the extraordinary with “Behind The Curtain.” Step beyond the stage into the dynamic world of artists. Engage in meaningful conversations with featured artists in an intimate setting. Through artist-led talks, lively interviews, and personal performances, creators share stories, discuss inspirations, and connect deeply with their audience.
Renowned restaurateur Heather White (known for Tallier, Enchante, and Cheval) curates cuisine and drinks that celebrate the Artists’ home culture. This unique discovery experience unfolds at the Oak Street Mansion, a historic inn nestled in the city’s heart, steps away from the Nelson Art Gallery, The Kemper Museum of Modern Art, and the KC Art Institute. Guests enjoy luxurious accommodations as overnight patrons of this charming boutique Inn. Limited to 25 participants, the package includes food, drinks, and lodging, excluding Inn vacancies.
Embark on this journey of discovery, where art, culture, and connection intertwine. Join us, and venture “Behind The Curtain.”
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Noam “Nani” Vazana is one of the only artists in the world that writes and composes new songs in the endangered Ladino language. In her new album ‘Ke Haber’ (What’s New), she captures the spirit of the ancient, matriarchal language and culture and propels it into the 21st century with socially pertinent lyrics, celebrating migration, gender, and female empowerment. | https://nanimusic.com/