Arts, Galleries & Theaters

Held three times a year in March, October and December, these highly ranked juried shows feature the works of hundreds of the nations most outstanding artists and craftspeople, as well as artist's demonstrations, food and wine sampling, continuous entertainment and kid's activities. Dates are as follows: March 13-15, 2009, Festival Spring Show EXPO NM Fairgrounds; October 1-4 & 9-11, 2009, Balloon Fiesta under the Big Tent, SW Corner of I-25 & Paseo del Norte; Nov. 27-29, 2009, Festival Holiday Show, EXPO NM Fairgrounds; March 12-14, 2010, Festival Spring Show, EXPO NM Fairgrounds. For further information visit our website at www.riograndefestivals.com

We present a diverse collection of contemporary Southwest and International art. Rio Grande Gallery provides one of the most diverse collections in the Albuquerque community. The gallery shows the works of outstanding Chinese artist Feng Changjiang, Russian artist Alexander Popoff and the most innovative Southwestern painters and sculptors including David DeVary, Robert Garcia, R.C. Gorman, Frank Howell, Richard Lantz, Miquel Martinez, Gary Mauro, C.J. Wells, Raymond Wiger, Ben Wright, and Jan Vak Ek.

The Santa Fe Opera presents the most spectacular shows both man and nature can provide! And, patrons understand every plot twist and turn with Opera Titles, a personal translation screen directly in front of each seat.

Join in the fun with a tailgate party or picnic dinner! We also offer our Preview Lecture Buffet, which is served under canopy next to the swimming pool and gardens before every performance. Complimentary lectures are available prior to each opera. Backstage tours are a must!

We think art, jewelry & furniture is mean't to be fun. We represent more than 75 NM & International artisans including abstract paintings by Kate Ashton, figurative mixed media by Heather Ramsey & enamels by David Snow. Normand Couture's sofas can be a bed, a chaise lounge or a traditional sofa. For 22 years we have represented Walker-Moore, a husband & wife team that paint on the same canvas. Dozens of artisans create jewelry for every taste & pocketbook. Make a smile at www.sumnerdene.com.

Providing over 250 nights of performance each year, The Cell is home to: New Mexico's only professional Equity theatre company-- FUSION Theatre Company, http://www.FUSIONabq.org, the Screen Actors Guild "Conversations" series, the "One Night Stand Cabaret", and 150 nights of live all-ages music yearly. Please call or visit our website for up-to-date schedule information. Only one block north of the Convention Center, The Cell is also a rental facility and can be utilized for sales meetings, late-night lounges, or any other custom gathering. Catering and full event production support is available. Call for group ticketing rates.>/p>

Oils by Jean Martin, watercolor by John Saunders & Nancy Waller, acrylics by Sheri Dorman Burns, Steel sculpture by Nina Chaves & a collection of fun accessories & gifts through the store. The galleries walls come to life with exciting copper brass & steel sculptures of Greg Gowen. Copper Tree is one little jewel you won't want to miss. From I-25 N to Alameda W to Corrales Rd N to 4514 Corrales Rd.

Unique artist venue. Live artist demonstrations. Buy direct from artists.

The Easel Place is a unique artist venue located in Historic Old Town. We provide easel space for artists and an opportunity for art lovers to acquire works directly from the artist.Artists, you will want to book your space which includes an easel, stool and work station. The studio-style space allows you to demonstrate and promote your work.

Art lovers. you will want to come by often to see who is at each easel and add to your art collection. Located at #7 Patio Market, Old Town, Albuquerque, NM 87104. Open daily 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tep7@comcast.net (505) 717-1872.

The world-renowned theatre company, established in 1993, brings cutting-edge, professional theatre to New Mexico every year with their Revolutions International Theatre Festival, The Manoa Project: Teen Playwriting and Ensemble Apprenticeship Program, and productions of original works and the best in new and classical texts. Their signature style of absurdism, physical and poetic theatre earned them the 2003 Bravo Award for Excellence in Theatre by the Albuquerque Arts Alliance, as well as a global following.