Gorton Center - Lake Forest, IL - Rendezvous Arts: Kontras String Quartet

Rendezvous Arts: Kontras String Quartet

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Rendezvous Arts: Kontras String Quartet

Fri, January 17, 2025
7:00 pm
- 8:15 pm

$15 – $35

2024-2025 Season

Time

Fri, January 17, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Resources

Rendezvous Arts Season 5
Kontras String Quartet
Millicent Kennedy Artist

Location

Gorton Center
400 East Illinois Road Lake Forest, IL 60045

 

Friday night concert timeline / Concessions for sale, including beer & wine

7:00-8:15 PM Concert (no intermission)
8:15-8:45 PM Conversation with artists

Let’s ring in the new year with the Kontras String Quartet! Their attention to detail, high energy, and creative programming brought down the house in their past Rendezvous performances—and we know you’ll be glad you braved the cold weather to experience them again this year! Eleanor Bartsch and Francois Henkins on violin, Ben Weber on viola, and Jean Hatmaker on cello will bring a new and exciting program for you to enjoy!

Millicent Kennedy‘s interdisciplinary art practice responds to found objects, chosen places and the history embedded in material. From broken donated
tools encased in archival shrouds honoring workers, to window bars and security gates that maintain the thin veil of private property, the items their
practice engages are part of the thematic grounding of the work. A frequent modality of Kennedy’s work is stitching objects into textiles that
they have printed with natural dyes. The process of hand sewing around materials creates a fitted but obscured form. The process has a
transformative quality, allowing for the possibility to think about broken things differently, or consider how seeing a boundary that is not always
visible changes it.

Millicent Kennedy’s (they/them) practice is interested in how we archive a physical world in flux. Through skills both laborious and ancient including
book and box making, natural dye and hand stitching, Kennedy connects to the knowledge of generations of unknown hands who worked to hold their
world together. Their work as a whole is interested in connecting two or more things that could seem separate or worn away from one another. Like
dyeing and mending, the alchemy is in the labor and material itself, that leads to transformation.

 

 

 

At Gorton Center, we offer a wide range of classes for both youth and adults, ensuring there’s something for everyone. From art and yoga to acting and robotics, our diverse programs are designed to inspire and engage.

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Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s always something extraordinary waiting for you at Gorton Center. Join our vibrant community where every event is an opportunity to connect, get inspired, and learn. Come be a part of Gorton Center, where creativity and learning flourish together.

Gorton Center is a premier destination for outstanding cultural and performing arts experiences serving the residents of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and the surrounding region. As a proud nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we are dedicated to enriching our community through an array of exceptional events and programs.

At Gorton Center, we believe in the transformative power of the arts. Our vibrant calendar is brimming with diverse offerings, ensuring there's always something to captivate and inspire you. From live music performances that resonate with your soul to comedy nights that leave you in stitches, we curate events to suit all tastes and interests. Our dedication to quality and community engagement means you can expect only the best in cultural entertainment.

Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s always something extraordinary waiting for you. Come be a part of our community, where every event is an opportunity to connect, enjoy, and be inspired.

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Details

Date:
Fri, January 17, 2025
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Cost:
$15 – $35
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Venue

Gorton Center
400 East Illinois Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Phone
(847) 234-6060