Subject: E-Buzz: Top Picks from FCBuzz Events for Dec. 25 - 31, 2019

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E-Buzz 
 December 24, 2019
Your Weekly Top Picks from 
FCBuzz Events
The best guide to arts and culture 
in Fairfield County
The E-Buzz is published each Tuesday by The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County. The E-Buzz is a selection from the events posted onto the FCBuzz Events section of our website for the coming week. Click here for a complete review of this week's arts and cultural events.
Shun Yen 2020

Dec. 25 - 27
Palace Theatre
Stamford  

This epic production expands the theatrical experience across time and space as you travel through five millennia of Chinese civilization. Experience a lost culture through the art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life. Shen Yun pushes the boundaries of the performing arts, with a unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops, and a unique orchestra like no other. More...
Matisyahu

Thurs. Dec. 26, 8pm
Ridgefield Playhouse

The Jewish reggae rapper returns to the Ridgefield Playhouse after a sold out show in 2014, with a community of like-minded musicians, to celebrate unity, and transcend barriers.  More...
Pantochino Productions Master Class:
Fosse with Lloyd Culbreath

Fri. Dec. 27, 1pm 
The MAC
Milford Arts Council  

Pantochino Productions presents a Master Class in the dance and style of Bob Fosse featuring dancer Lloyd Culbreath, who has appeared in many of Fosse's original productions. The two hour class is open to adults and teens of all levels of dance. More...
Colonial Cookery & Customs: Exploring the History of Colonial Apples, Making Applesauce Cake

Sat. Dec. 28, 11am
Wilton Historical Society 

Museum Educator Katherine Karlik talks about apples, applesauce, cider, and 
applesauce cake, which is the recipe of the day. While the food is prepared, children hear about Colonial manners, morals and way of life. All participants will sample their own cooking and take home recipe cards plus any leftovers! More...
Circus Minimus
One-Man Circus-in-a-Suitcase

Sat. Dec. 28, 2pm
Ferguson Library
Stamford  

Families will be amazed to see an entire circus emerge from one suitcase. A tent, band, lights, and a boisterous ringmaster and magician will all be joined by the most important performers – the audience! Kids will be engaged and physically involved in the performance in this unique circus program. Suitable for ages 5 to 95. More...
Casey Carle
Bubblemania 

Sun. Dec. 29, 3pm
Palace Theatre
Stamford 

Back by popular demand, this comic bubble artist has a flair for showmanship and an infectious energy for bubbling – from the intricate to the massive. Enjoy Casey Carle's spontaneous comedy, jazzy music and brilliant bubbling. More...
Drop-In Art Making

Sun. Dec. 29, 1pm
One River School Of Art + Design
Westport

Kids 3 and up can explore the themes and materials seen in contemporary art at this drop-in studio art-making program. Parents can drop off kids age 6 and up. More...
Gallery Tour: 
Weather Report

Sun. Dec. 29, 3pm
Aldrich Museum
Ridgefield

Join Aldrich educator and scientist Dayne Encarnacion, on this tour through the Weather Report exhibition, as he shares how science and art dovetail throughout the show. More...
First Light Festival

Tues. Dec. 31, 4pm
Westport Museum for History 
and Culture 

The 2nd Annual First Light Festival celebrates the dawning of the New Year and will include carriage rides, face painting, tarot readings, a warming fire, live music and more! More...
New Year's Eve with 
Lez Zeppelin

Tues. Dec. 31, 4pm
The Warehouse
Fairfield Theatre Company

Celebrate New Year’s Eve this all-girl quartet -- the first female rock act to pay homage to Led Zeppelin, with universal acclaim. More...
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HEAR US ON WPKN 89.5 FM
Thanks to our community partner, WPKN 89.5FMyou can catch an audio version of our E-Buzz every day on the radio. Hear David Green read from his selection of events for the week. The radio version will often be slightly different from the e-version. You can hear us on WPKN at these approximate times: Tues: 8:55am; Wed: 11:55am; Thurs: 9:55am; Fri: 11:55am; Sat: 8:55am; and Sun: 9:55am.
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