“Dance Me” … a multi-media arts collaboration is currently being created by Edmonton artist Larisa Sembaliuk Cheladyn. Cohen’s words are often inseparable from his music. This series of 15 paintings - inspired by words, music, song and dance will be unveiled next July in the Rice Theatre as part of the 2008 International Leonard Cohen Festival. A special event will feature several of Larisa’s paintings being brought to life by the staff, students and alumi of the dance department of Victoria School.
The creation of this collection marks a period of growth in Larisa’s works as she begins to collaborate with other artists to create new ideas and images. Interpreting the works of an internationally acclaimed Canadian icon Leonard Cohen has initiated a dialogue between artist and poet. Combining the visual images with musical and choreographic interpretations of the same thematic materials increases the breadth of the experiences that can be shared with others.
Exhibition Plans - “Leonard Cohen Cafe” in Citadel Theatre
A public, inaugural reception will be held in July 2008 as part of the International Leonard Cohen Festival. The collection will be on display during the festival from July 23 - 29 at the Rice Theatre in the Citadel Theatre building. The Citadel will be turning the Rice Lobby and Theatre space into the “Leonard Cohen Cafe” for the month of July 2008 and would consider hosting other Cohen related shows in that space to compliment our event. Invitations to host future exhibits in Vancouver and numerous other Canadian and international cities have come forward and are currently being considered for future dates.
The Edmonton Connection
Larisa, a recipient of both the City of Edmonton Arts Achievement Award and a Global Woman of Vision Award, has always gone out of her way to share her art and experiences with those around her. The exhibit will include a painting inspired by “Sister’s of Mercy” originally written by Cohen when visiting Edmonton in the 1960’s. Larisa will also be collaborating with some of Edmonton’s student composers and choreographers to bring her ‘images to life” through music and dance.
“Dance Me” is an extension of Larisa’s personal artistic growth from which everyone will be inspired. The visual and multidisciplinary interpretation of Cohen’s works bring an international flavour to the city of Edmonton, continuing to keep it on the map as major Canadian cultural centre of the arts.
More information about Larisa: http://www.artbylarisa.com/
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