Kevin sings Johnny: A Tribute to Johnny Mathis to perform at Gertrude’s
Kevin Kirkendahl will be in Kailua-Kona on Sunday for the Hawaii debut of Kevin Sings Johnny: A Tribute to Johnny Mathis.
Kirkendahl will be performing the songs of artist Johnny Mathis from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Gertrude’s Jazz Bar. Tickets are $30 in advance, and $35 at the door.
“I was here several months ago staying with a friend, and we went out to Gertrude’s and there were all these people in the audience playing ukuleles with the band,” Kirkendahl said. “And we ran into the owners and they welcomed me with open arms.”
Kirkendahl grew up around jazz music in Minnesota, as his father was a musician mentored by Sonny Rollins. Kirkendahl’s focus as a performer has been singing.
“The thing about Mathis tunes is you can close your eyes and listen to his lyrics and create an image in you head of what he is singing about,” Kirkendahl said.
Info: Visit gertrudesjazzbar.com for more information, or go to https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3490762 for tickets.
Comedy legend Craig Shoemaker to perform in Kona
Stand up comedy legend Craig Shoemaker is on the Big Island this month, bound to headline the laughs at a one-man standup comedy special at Umekes Pa’ina Showroom at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 30.
An award-winning comedian, actor and author, Shoemaker is best known to standup comedy fans for his iconic, baritone-voiced character “The Lovemaster,” whose debut cable special was voted by Comedy Central viewers as one of the networks Top 20 specials of all time.
A natural storyteller and rubber-faced mimic his insightful observational humor has entertained four U.S. Presidents, headlined four critically- acclaimed standup specials for HBO, Showtime. Comedy Central, NBC and CBS and earned him an American Comedy Award for “Best Male Standup.”
Seen in recurring roles on prime time network sitcoms and dramas like “Parks &Recreation” and “The Bold &the Beautiful,” and has also co-starred in numerous studio and indie films like “Scream 2,” the cult hit “Totally Baked” and “The Lovemaster.” His spot-on voice-over skills have been featured in a number of animated series and the film “Pleasantville.”
Showtime at Umekes is set for 8:30 p.m. with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door and $35 for VIP reserved seats. Advance tickets are available at Kona Wine Market, Soundwave Music and Kiernan Music.
Info: For more show information, ticket and VIP Reserved seating call 329-4ENT or visit www.bigislandcomedy.com.
New art classes for adults this summer
The classroom at Akamai Art Supply will be offering several classes for adults this summer.
The classes will be:
Beginning Watercolor: This painting class for adult beginners focuses on fundamental painting techniques such as color mixing, paint applications, composition and more. From 1-4 p.m. Thursdays Aug. 16 – Sept. 20. Six classes for $160.
Mixed Media: This class for adults will explore a range of media and techniques including creative uses of polymer mediums, watersoluble drawing tools, encaustic layering and collage. From 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Six classes for $170, materials included.
Intermediate Drawing: A drawing class for adults new at drawing or with some of the basics under their belts. Learn or improve your basic techniques including line drawing, shading, texture, basic proportion and perspective in this supportive fun environment. From 10 a.m. to noon Wednesdays from Oct. 3 – Nov. 21. Eight classes for $160.
Info: Visit www.akamaiart.com
Soft pastel still life workshop at the Volcano Art Center
Big Island artist and instructor Patti Pease Johnson can help you gain the confidence and techniques of the centuries-old medium of soft pastels. Pease Johnson supplies the instruction and materials along with guidance and inspiration for this process along with some handy tips for your creative journey.
The soft pastel still life workshop will be held on Saturday, June 30, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Volcano Art Center. Cost for the workshop is $50 and $45 for VAC Members plus a $10 supply fee per person. Beginner and intermediate artists are welcome.
Learn about the different types of pastels, different papers, fixing and mounting paper and on backing. Then use newsprint to get the flow of arm movements to keep loose. Next, you’ll begin forming shapes and move into colors on pastel paper. Students will complete a 10×12 inch project.
Patti Pease Johnson’s artwork can be found at galleries and shops across the state and in collections around the world.
Info: For more information or to register, call VAC at 967-8222 or visit online at www.volcanoartcenter.org.
Two-day oil painting workshop with Vicki Penney-Rohner
Join instructor Vicki Penney-Rohner on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 7 and 8 at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village for the “Two-Day Oil Painting” workshop. Cost for the two-day workshop is $100 or $90 for VAC Members. Students will need a 24×30 canvas, paints and brushes. Students who have taken previous classes are invited to bring unfinished work from a previous workshop. A supply list can be found online.
Students will learn to mix colors, use different mediums to achieve various effects, and learn to layer color to bring depth and luminous richness to their work. Throughout the two days, students will learn to create form using values and light, and recognize, understand and apply the elements of design and composition to improve their work. Students will also be working with a pallet knife as well as brushes, and this lesson will explore painting water.
Vicki has been teaching art for 15 years, and her work is in the State of Hawaii’s permanent collection, has been featured in magazines and won numerous awards throughout the U.S. She is the artist in residence at the Fairmont Orchid and teaches classes there weekly.
Info: Visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.