YCA on Tour is graciously sponsored by BIG ARTS Classical Series Circle
Nancy Dehmlow, David Huggin & Ken Nees.
Experience the future of classical music—with young stars who combine world-class talent and creative vision to bring new reach and relevance to the art form.
Artist Reception: Friday, January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM
Ebenezer Leyva is carrying out an experimental inquiry about perception.
Portrait of Aretha is graciously sponsored by Dr. Michael & Mrs. Marilee Wood.
Award-winning vocalist CeCe Teneal honors the legacy of the “Queen of Soul,” in this electrifying tribute to Aretha Franklin.
Monday, January 26 & Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
This amazing studio seascape-painting workshop will yield several waves and seascapes with dynamic skies over a 2-day period. Sunrise, sunset and various cloud formations will be included.
In 1943, lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in a bar as his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers, celebrates the opening night of his groundbreaking hit musical “Oklahoma!”
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Artist Reception: Friday, January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM
Jonas Stirner returns to BIG ARTS with Impressions and Relics, a powerful exhibition of new two- and three-dimensional works, including maquettes of large-scale outdoor sculptures and photographic collages inspired by his global travels.
Barbara will begin the class with a demonstration discussing elements of composition and dynamic use of color then guide students through the process of creating their very own acrylic painting of a fishing boat pulled up on the beach.
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Back by Popular Demand!
After a sold-out show in 2025, we are thrilled to welcome The Players back to BIG ARTS, as they return with another high-energy evening of music!
Join Sissi for a 3-hour start-to-finish PAINT-ALONG class designed for islanders and visitors alike who are ready to bring joyful art and sunshine into their lives. Students will create a charming island landscape while learning new techniques and amazing effects. Awaken the joy of playful discoveries with acrylics!
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Morgan James is graciously sponsored by Gustav and Vibeke Christensen.
Morgan James is a Juilliard trained singer, songwriter, actress and recording artist in New York City. Morgan is currently on tour supporting her 6th studio album, “Soul Remains the Same”: a concept album of heavy rock tunes from the 80s and 90s through a feminine soul lens.
Mondays, February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
In this four-week workshop open to all levels, you will discover the joy of writing as you write with others to generate fresh material, whether it be for fiction, nonfiction, or poetry – or simply for your own pleasure.
Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Learn the fundamentals of drawing as Mary demonstrates and guides students through this 4-week class. Week 1: Tonal Drawing / Week 2: Portrait drawing / Week 3: Portrait drawing / Week 4: Figure drawing