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Richter Arts presents free, live entertainment every weekend each Spring and Fall, at the Richter Arts Center, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury.
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Since its inception in 1971, the Stanley L. Richter Association for the Arts has hosted some of the most interesting events of the Danbury area cultural scene. These include lawn arts festivals, lectures, ethnic performances, and both classical and popular musical presentations. Each autumn, area artists exhibit their works in Richter's most prestigious event, the Annual Juried Art Show, to compet

e for large cash prizes. Our programs are supported by grants from the Danbury Cultural Commission, corporate and individual sponsorships, audience admissions, and members' dues.

10/23/2024

Richter Arts will end its Fall season on Sunday, October 27, at 3:00pm, with a concert to celebrate the 150th birthday of Charles Ives, a distinguished composer and native of Danbury. The concert will be performed by Gabriela Mikova Johnson, Steven Paul Johnson, Chris Cantu, and Susan Brown. Detailed information about the performers may be found on the Richter Arts website.

The concert will take place at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury.

Richter Arts events are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

10/15/2024

On Sunday, October 20, at 3:00pm, Richter Arts presents Billy Michael!
Voted Danbury's number 1 solo artist! Co-founder of the J&B Band and solo artist in his own right, Billy Michael has been marching to the beat of popular music from a very early age.

When he was just five years-old, Billy could be heard belting out Ray Charles’ hit “You Don’t Know Me,” which his mother, Dolores, had taught him. In the first grade he was known as “Little Elvis.” The nuns took him from classroom to classroom to sing Elvis’ 1956 hit song “Teddy Bear” for the other students. In high school, he started his first band, Downhill Tangerine, performing songs by Procol Harem and The Doors.

As a solo act, Billy performs a variety of popular music from all eras: The Beatles, The Kinks, Frank Sinatra, Willie Nelson, Nat King Cole, James Taylor, Billy Joel, Lovin' Spoonful – and many more. You can hear Billy Michael perform nightly at area venues, where he brings the concept of audience participation to a whole new level. Among the many themes are Open Mike, Beatnik Night, Mardi Gras, to name a few. Billy often regales enthusiastic vacationers at the exclusive Club Getaway in Kent, Connecticut.

In addition to fronting the J&B Band, Billy is the leader of several other groups - Jazz For Juniors/All That Jazz and the ever-popular Fiddlers’ Brawl. Both groups appear regularly in the Danbury area.

Billy also provides tasteful guitar accompaniment and background vocals for local singers such as Erin and Laura Volpintesta (Wild Honey) and jazz vocalist Cheryl Boyd.

With Billy Michael, there's always something for everybody! And, who knows? Some night he may just call you up onstage to sing a Dusty Springfield tune...

All Richter Arts Fall events are held at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury. Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm.

Details of all events in the Fall program may be found on the Richter Arts website. You can also download our Fall Newsletter here.

Richter Arts events are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

10/08/2024

Mark your calendar for an exciting day at Richter Arts on Sunday, October 13th, when the Blue River Jazz Band will play America’s traditional, classic, “hot” jazz and swing music from the early 20th century. The performance will begin at 3:00pm and will take place in the salon of the newly renovated Richter House.

The band features fabulous music from New Orleans, along with songs written and made famous by great jazz artists like Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Lester Young, Fats Waller and much, much more.

Details of all events in the Richter Arts Fall program may be found on our website at https://richterarts.org/fall-2024. You can also download our Fall Newsletter from the website.

Richter Arts productions are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

10/01/2024

On Sunday, October 6th, at 3:00pm, Pianist Junwen Liang will perform the first Richter Arts concert on our new Steinway grand piano, a magnificent donation from Chris Tse.

Praised as "captivating" (Stroll Magazine) and “an extremely gifted and promising young artist” (New York Concert Review), Chinese pianist Junwen Liang has performed with the Central Texas Philharmonic, Penn State Philharmonic Orchestra, and Ithaca College Symphonic Orchestra, and at esteemed venues like Carnegie Hall and the Kimmel Center. His performances have been broadcast on WSKG in New York and Philadelphia's WRTI Classical Radio. In the 2024-2025 season, Junwen will perform across the United States, Canada, Europe, and China.

He has participated in festivals such as the Texas State International Piano Festival, Lunigiana International Music Festival, Philadelphia Young Pianists’ Academy, Orford Musique, Art of the Piano, and the Aspen Music Festival. Junwen has won major prizes in competitions including the Music International Grand Prix, WPTA Spain, The American Prize, Juliusz Zarębski International Piano Competition, and the Philadelphia International Piano Competition. In addition to solo performances, he teaches, collaborates with professional musicians in Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City, and adjudicates state-level competitions in the D.C. area.

Junwen holds degrees from Penn State (DMA), Indiana University Jacobs School of Music (MM), and Ithaca College (BM). He recently completed professional studies at the Peabody Institute under the tutelage of Richard Goode.

All Fall performances are held at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury, on Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm.

Details of all events in the Fall program may be found on the Richter Arts website (richterarts.org/fall-2024). You can also download our Fall Newsletter from the website.

Richter Arts events are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

09/24/2024

On Sunday, September 29, at 3:00pm, the president of Taekwon-Do International, Grandmaster, Suk Jun Kim, will speak about the fundamentals of TKD. Black belt members of Taekwon-Do international will demonstrate self-defence techniques, board breaking and much more.

In 2011 9th Dan Grandmaster, Suk Jun Kim became a TKD hall of fame inductee. In 2019 he was the recipient of the World Grandmaster Federation's highest medal of honor.

Please note: this will be an outdoor event: please bring seating. Canceled if rain.

All Fall performances are held at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury, on Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm.

Details of all events in the Fall program may be found on the Richter Arts website (richterarts.org/fall-2024). You can also download our Fall Newsletter from the website.

Richter Arts events are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

09/20/2024

On Sunday, September 22, at 3:00pm, Roger Post's group of expert musicians will once again "jazz" you with a smooth and relaxing hour!

This will be an outdoor concert: please bring seating. Indoors if rain.

All Fall concerts are held at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury. Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm.

Details of all events in the Fall program may be found on the Richter Arts website (richterarts.org/fall-2024). You can also download our Fall Newsletter from the website.

Richter Arts events are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

09/20/2024

The final day of the Siegel sale of art works by well-known local artists, including Ed Anderson, Lilian Garber, Betty Christianson, Philip Kappel, and others, will take place on Sunday, September 22, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.

The artwork includes paintings, prints and sculpture given to Mort & Millie Siegel by the artists. Mort & Millie, who passed away a few years ago, were two of the original founders of Richter Arts back in the 1970's. They also worked at the News Times during that time. Their son, Joseph, has donated these pieces to Richter Arts and all the money raised will benefit the Association.

The highest bidders will be notified and payment for the artwork will be received from 2 - 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29 at which time the artwork can be picked up.

The artworks for sale are displayed at Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury, and bids may be entered via the clipboards provided. All of the pieces have been refurbished and are in excellent condition. Images of some of the works for sale may be viewed on the Richter Arts website (richterarts.org/siegel-art-auction).

09/13/2024

Richter Arts' Fall program continues this weekend, Sunday, September 15, with a performance by one of our old favorites: the Berkshire Jazz Orchestra.

The Berkshire Jazz Orchestra is a 17-piece ensemble based in Fairfield County, CT, whose history dates from 1987. The band includes many professional musicians and music educators with great skill and amazing creative solo abilities, who believe in keeping the big band genre fresh and alive.

The orchestra presents big band repertoire from classic swing bands such as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, and Count Basie, as well as music from more contemporary groups. Their vocalist, Jan Maki, performs classic songs from the American Song Book made popular by Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Bette Midler, Natalie Cole, and other artists.

The Berkshire Jazz Orchestra will bring a smile to your face and get your feet tapping with music to "knock your socks off!"
Please note: this will be an outdoor concert: please bring seating. Canceled if rain.

All Fall concerts will be held at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury, on Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm.

Details of all events in the Fall program may be found on the Richter Arts website. You can also download our Fall Newsletter from the website.

Richter Arts events are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

09/12/2024

A sale by silent auction of a collection of art works by well known local artists, including Ed Anderson, Lilian Garber, Betty Christianson, Philip Kappel, and others, will open this weekend, on Saturday, September 14, at 2:00pm.

The artwork includes paintings, prints and sculpture given to Mort & Millie Siegel by the artists. Mort & Millie, who passed away a few years ago, were two of the original founders of Richter Arts back in the 1970's. They also worked at the News Times during that time. Their son, Joseph, has donated these pieces to Richter Arts and all the money raised will benefit the Association.

An Opening Reception and Start of the Sale will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 2 - 4 p.m. The sale will continue on Sunday, Sept. 15 and Sunday, Sept. 22 from 1 - 3 p.m. at which time the auction will be closed. (Performances will take place from 3 - 4 p.m.). The highest bidders will be notified and payment for the artwork will be received from 2 - 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29 at which time the artwork can be picked up.

The artworks for sale will be displayed at the House and bids may be entered via the clipboards provided. All of the pieces have been refurbished and are in excellent condition. Images of some of the works for sale may be viewed on the Richter Arts website.

09/06/2024

Richter Arts' Fall program will open this weekend, Sunday, September 8, with a Dixieland Jazz concert given by the Roarin' Ramblers. The Ramblers is a group of seasoned musicians who love to play Dixieland Jazz. The band has been playing together since 2020. (Note: this will be an outdoor concert: please bring seating. Indoors if rain.)

All Fall concerts will be held at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury, on Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm.

Details of all events in the Fall program may be found on the Richter Arts website. You can also download our Fall Newsletter here.

Richter Arts events are always free and open to everyone. We appreciate donations to help defray the cost of our programs.

08/31/2024

Richter Arts is pleased to offer for sale by silent auction a collection of art works by well-known local artists, including Ed Anderson, Lilian Garber, Betty Christianson, Philip Kappel, and others.

The artwork includes paintings, prints and sculpture given to Mort & Millie Siegel by the artists. Mort & Millie, who passed away a few years ago, were two of the original founders of Richter Arts back in the 1970's. They also worked at the News Times during that time. Their son, Joseph, has donated these pieces to Richter Arts and all the money raised will benefit the association.

An Opening Reception and Start of the Sale will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 2 - 4 p.m. The sale will continue on Sunday, Sept. 15 and Sunday, Sept. 22 from 1 - 3 p.m. at which time the auction will be closed. (Performances will take place from 3 - 4 p.m.).

The highest bidders will be notified and payment for the artwork will be received from 2 - 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29 at which time the artwork can be picked up.

The artworks for sale will be displayed at Richter House and bids may be entered via the clipboards provided. All of the pieces have been refurbished and are in excellent condition.

Images of some of the works for sale may be seen on the Richter Arts website at https://richterarts.org/siegel-art-auction.

08/23/2024

Richter Association for the Arts is delighted to announce that our Fall 2024 program will open on Sunday, September 8, with a Dixieland Jazz concert given by the Roarin' Ramblers. The Ramblers is a group of seasoned musicians who love to play Dixieland Jazz. The band has been playing together since 2020. (Note: this will be an outdoor concert: please bring seating. Indoors if rain.)

All Fall concerts will be held at the newly renovated Richter House, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury, on Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm.

Details of all events in the Fall program may be found on the Richter Arts website at https://richterarts.org/fall-2024

06/22/2024

Richter Association for the Arts and Musicals at Richter will together celebrate the reopening of Richter House on Sunday, June 23rd, beginning at 2:00pm. Visitors are invited to explore the newly-renovated House and Grounds.

Short musical performances will be presented at 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, and 4:30.

The Richter House renovation project began in the fall of 2023. Many improvements have been made, including re-glazed windows, full insulation, new landscaping, new walkways, a new heating system, improved drainage, and the house has been freshly painted. Richter House is much friendlier to visitors with disabilities than in the past, including ramps, walkways, and bathrooms that are wheelchair-accessible. The work was performed by Rosa Construction, under contract with the City of Danbury.

Admission is free to all. Please park in the Richter Park Golf Course lot.

Richter Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all-volunteer, organization whose mission is to bring high-quality performance arts and visual arts to the greater Danbury community. Our events are always free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required. Richter Arts gratefully acknowledges the financial support of our donors and benefactors, without whose help our work would not be possible. A full list of our recent sponsors may be seen at https://richterarts.org/our-sponsors

06/17/2024

Richter Association for the Arts and Musicals at Richter will together celebrate the reopening of Richter House on Sunday, June 23rd, beginning at 2:00pm. Visitors are invited to explore the newly-renovated House and Grounds.

Short musical performances will be presented at 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, and 4:30.

The Richter House renovation project began in the fall of 2023. Many improvements have been made, including re-glazed windows, full insulation, new landscaping, new walkways, a new heating system, improved drainage, and the house has been freshly painted. Features to keep handicapped guests safe have been added. The work was performed by Rosa Construction, under contract with the City of Danbury.

Admission is free to all. Please park in the Richter Park Golf Course lot.

Richter Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, all-volunteer, organization whose mission is to bring high-quality performance arts and visual arts to the greater Danbury community. Our events are always free and open to the public. No tickets or reservations are required. Richter Arts gratefully acknowledges the financial support of our donors and benefactors, without whose help our work would not be possible. A full list of our recent sponsors may be seen at https://richterarts.org/our-sponsors

05/26/2024

Richter Arts regrets to announce that due to performer illness, the May 26 Concert by the Chauncey Street Blues Band has been cancelled.

05/25/2024

On Sunday, May 26, at 3:00pm, Richter Arts' Spring Season finale will be a concert by The Chauncey Street Blues Band.

The Chauncey Street Blues Band is a four piece band based in Stratford, Connecticut, that plays a mixture of contemporary and traditional blues songs by iconic artists including Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, John Mayall, Buddy Guy, B.B. King and many others along with its own original material.

The band was formed in 2013 featuring vocalist and guitarist Charlie Kuroghlian, his two sons John (guitar) and Peter (bass and harmonica) and drummer Bob Anderson, who joined the band in 2022.

Admission is free to all comers. Donations gratefully accepted.

Special note: in the event of good weather, this concert will be held outdoors. Please bring outdoor seating. Indoors if rain.

All Spring concerts are held at the Danbury Museum & Historical Society, 43 Main Street, Danbury, on Sunday afternoons at 3:00pm. Details of all events in the Spring program may be found on the Richter Arts website.

Richter Arts' Spring program is supported by the Danbury Cultural Commission and other generous donors. The names of all our benefactors may be seen here.

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