Artists ‘Draw the Line’ for new exhibit

VALLEY – Arizona artists who employ the use of lines to create art can enter a juried exhibit showcasing their work at the Phoenix Center Visual Art Gallery. The “Draw the Line” exhibit will be judged by local artist and educator Esmeralda De Lany. Resident artist Marlys Kubicek will be the show curator.

Artists interested in the competition must submit a self‑addressed envelope, three 35mm slides of recent work and a $20 check (payable to the Phoenix Center Association) by April 28. The exhibit will run June 2‑23 with a free opening night reception held on First Friday, June 2 from 7 to 10 p.m. that includes refreshments and live music.

For more information, please call Larry Wilson at (602) 262‑4632.

Artists celebrate dance through spring concert

ANTHEM – Tickets are on sale for an  “Arizona Dance Celebration Concert,” a performance by AZDance Group members and guest artists. The group is a professional contemporary ballet, jazz and modern dance company.

Guest artists include performers from Ballet Arizona along with business leaders of Anthem. Participants from“Movement E‑Motion,” a pilot dance program for individuals with disabilities will also perform.

Performances are May 5‑6 at  the Boulder Creek High School Performing Arts Center, 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway.  Tickets are $12 for seniors and students and $18 for adults with discounts available for members of the Arts Council of the North Valley. For more information of to order tickets, call (480) 215‑1916 or go to www.azdance.org.