EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY		CONTACT:	Mary Yelanjian, 425-556-2316
7/24/2007			Marta Gronlund, 425-638-2333

Redmond Arts in the Parks presents Painting and Theatre

Open Painting and Wooden O Theatre production are free to the public  Join the Eastside Association of Fine Arts for open painting at Redmond City Hall, 15670 NE 85th Street on August 5 from 2 to 6 pm. 

Experience outdoor painting by watching artists paint in the area around City Hall or bring along your paint, brushes and canvas to join this outdoor painting experience.

Following the outdoor painting, Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice will be performed by Wooden O Theatre. In this dynamic play, directed by Russ Banham, a young man's loan to impress a would-be girlfriend endangers the life of his friend when the loan comes due. Shakespeare's dynamic play illuminates both sides of prejudicial relationships and delves into the humanity behind our stereotypes and misconceptions.  The performance begins at 7 pm.

Both events are free.  Please bring a blanket, chair, picnic lunch, dinner or snack, and, since the performance is outside, be prepared for weather conditions. More information is at availabe on our website.

Arts in the Parks is sponsored by 4culture, Microsoft and Paint the Town Redmond. IZZE Sparkling Juice is the drink sponsor, providing free beverages throughout Arts in the Parks.

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