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SUMMARY:RUSUNUNGUKO (liberty / independence / freedom) at Yale Schwarzman Center
DESCRIPTION:Explore an installation by designer and visual artist Nontsikelelo Mutiti\, whose printed works\, films\, and installations engage with the history and aesthetics of hair braiding in Black life. The title draws on the Shona word “ruka\,” meaning to weave\, braid\, or knit\, and reflects the social connections formed in salons\, living rooms\, and porches where hair is braided. The work is on view in the Dome Gallery from April 11\, 2024\, through June 25\, 2027. Admission is free and open to the public. \nThe Dome Gallery at Yale Schwarzman Center is located at 168 Grove St.\, New Haven\, CT 06511. Hours are Monday and Tuesday\, 8:30 am to 6 pm; Wednesday through Friday\, 8:30 am to 11 pm; and Saturday and Sunday\, 10 am to 6 pm. Check the center’s website for current hours. Learn more about the artist at Yale School of Art or read about the installation in Yale Schwarzman Center’s article.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/rusununguko-liberty-independence-freedom-at-yale-schwarzman-center/
LOCATION:Yale Schwarzman Center\, 168 Grove Street\, New Haven\, 06511\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Haven
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SUMMARY:Virtual Art in Focus at Fairfield University Art Museum
DESCRIPTION:Art takes center stage in an engaging online conversation series presented by the Fairfield University Art Museum. Virtual Art in Focus invites participants to explore a single artwork featured in the exhibition For Which It Stands… through an informal\, discussion-based format led by Curator of Education and Academic Engagement Michelle DiMarzo. \nEach one-hour virtual session highlights a different work from the exhibition. Upcoming programs include discussions on March 13\, 2026 at 1 am\, April 10\, 2026 at 1 am\, and May 8\, 2026 at 7 am. Featured artists span more than a century of American art\, from Childe Hassam’s Italian Day\, May 1918 to contemporary works by Jane Hammond\, Julie Mehretu\, and Rosson Crow. \nFor Which It Stands… examines depictions of the American flag through more than 70 works in a range of media\, challenging viewers to consider who the flag represents and how its meaning has evolved. The exhibition is part of America250: The Promise and Paradox\, Fairfield University’s initiative exploring 250 years of the American experiment. \nThis online program is presented by the Fairfield University Art Museum\, 200 Barlow Road\, Fairfield\, CT 06824. Registration and additional details are available at fairfield.edu/museum.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/virtual-art-in-focus-at-fairfield-university-art-museum/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Fairfield University Art Museum\, 1073 North Benson Road\, Fairfield\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fairfield
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SUMMARY:Family Movie Night: Inside Out 2 at Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
DESCRIPTION:Emotions take center stage during a special screening of Inside Out 2 at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History on March 13\, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Families can follow Joy\, Sadness\, Disgust\, Anger\, and Fear—along with Riley’s newest emotions—on another colorful adventure that explores what it means to grow up. \nBefore and after the film\, children can dive into hands-on activities and crafts included in a take-home goody bag\, discovering how colors have symbolized emotions\, beliefs\, and ideas throughout history and today. Families are encouraged to bring pillows and blankets and wear cozy pajamas for a relaxed movie-night atmosphere. Free popcorn and juice boxes will be provided\, and quiet toys and activities will be available for young viewers during the film. Doors open at 5:30 pm\, and the movie begins at 6:00 pm. \nThis program is free and ideal for children ages 12 and under. Pre-registration is encouraged as space is limited. The event takes place at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT 06105. To reserve free tickets or for more information\, contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 ext. 222 or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/family-movie-night-inside-out-2-at-connecticut-museum-of-culture-and-history/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hartford
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SUMMARY:An Evening With the Metta Quintet at Shubert Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Contemporary jazz takes the spotlight when the Metta Quintet performs at the Shubert Theatre on March 13\, 2026 at 7:00 pm. Known for its adventurous spirit and artistic excellence\, the ensemble brings together some of the most dynamic and sought-after musicians on today’s jazz scene. \nFeaturing alto saxophone\, tenor saxophone\, piano\, bass\, and drums\, the Metta Quintet is celebrated for pushing creative boundaries while honoring the rich traditions of jazz. As the resident ensemble of JazzReach\, the group is committed not only to innovative performance but also to cultivating new generations of jazz listeners and performers through education and outreach. \nThe performance takes place at the Shubert Theatre\, 247 College Street\, New Haven\, CT 06510. For tickets and additional information\, visit shubert.com or contact the box office directly.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/an-evening-with-the-metta-quintet-at-shubert-theatre/
LOCATION:Shubert Theatre\, 247 College Street\, New Haven\, CT
CATEGORIES:New Haven
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SUMMARY:Tyrone Shoelaces Concert at Milford Arts Council
DESCRIPTION:A high-energy blend of reggae\, funk\, rock\, swing\, bluegrass\, disco\, and dub comes to the stage on Friday\, March 13\, 2026\, at 7 pm at the Milford Arts Council\, 40 Railroad Avenue South\, Milford\, CT 06460. Doors open at 7 pm. \nLed by songwriter Chuck Chesler\, Tyrone Shoelaces is known for its genre-defying sound and electrifying live performances described as a grooving surge of soul and energy. With a core lineup that has played together for more than a decade\, the band thrives on the creative interplay of musicians from different generations and musical backgrounds. Their shows move fluidly from deep\, danceable rhythms to bold\, improvisational peaks filled with experimental edge. \nSince its inception\, Tyrone Shoelaces has continued to evolve musically\, celebrating its 10-year anniversary during the pandemic\, releasing its fourth record in 2022\, and following up with Pachamama\, a genre-spanning collection centered on gratitude and Mother Earth. New singles and an EP released in March 2025 further showcase the band’s expansive sound and forward momentum. \nThe concert is presented by the Milford Arts Council. Member discounts may be available. For tickets and additional information\, visit milfordarts.org or call 203-878-6647.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/tyrone-shoelaces-concert-at-milford-arts-council/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Milford
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SUMMARY:The Mountaintop at Playhouse on Park
DESCRIPTION:An intimate and imaginative portrait of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. unfolds in The Mountaintop\, running March 4 through March 22\, 2026\, at Playhouse on Park\, 244 Park Road\, West Hartford\, CT 06119. Written by Katori Hall and directed by Jamil A.C. Mangan\, this Olivier Award-winning play offers a powerful theatrical experience inspired by the final night of Dr. King’s life. \nSet on April 3\, 1968\, the story imagines an exhausted Dr. King in his room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis after delivering one of his most memorable speeches. When a mysterious young maid named Camae brings room service\, a humorous exchange evolves into a thought-provoking and deeply personal conversation about hopes\, fears\, destiny\, and legacy. As secrets are revealed\, King is compelled to confront profound truths about his future and impact. Hall’s work presents a moving and humanizing perspective on one of history’s most consequential leaders. \nPreview performances take place Wednesday\, March 4 at 7:30 pm and Thursday\, March 5 at 2 pm and 7:30 pm. Regular performances run March 6 through March 22\, with showtimes as follows: Fridays at 8 pm; Saturdays at 2 pm and 8 pm; Sundays at 2 pm\, with talkbacks following matinee performances; Tuesdays at 2 pm; Wednesdays at 7:30 pm; and Thursdays at 7:30 pm. Additional 10:30 am morning performances will be held on Thursday\, March 12 and Friday\, March 20\, with all seats priced at $25 plus a $3.50 service charge for those performances. \nThe production runs approximately 95 minutes with no intermission and is recommended for ages 13 and up. For tickets and additional information\, visit playhouseonpark.org or call 860-523-5900.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/the-mountaintop-at-playhouse-on-park/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:Playhouse on Park\, 244 Park Road\, West Hartford\, 06119\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Hartford
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SUMMARY:HSO Masterworks Series: Pines of Rome at The Bushnell
DESCRIPTION:Orchestral color and sweeping musical landscapes take center stage when the Hartford Symphony Orchestra presents Pines of Rome as part of its 2025–2026 Masterworks Series on March 13 and 14\, 2026 at 8:00 pm and March 15\, 2026 at 3:00 pm at The Bushnell in Hartford. \nConducted by Kalena Bovell\, the program features Ottorino Respighi’s Pines of Rome\, a vivid and cinematic work that paints the Italian countryside with bold brass fanfares\, atmospheric textures\, and lush harmonies. Last performed by the HSO in 2013\, this audience favorite returns with all its grandeur and dramatic flair. \nThe concert also includes Gabriela Lena Frank’s Apu\, inspired by Andean culture and blending folk traditions with contemporary orchestral language. Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 3 adds elegance and warmth to the program\, performed by Ukrainian violinist and UConn professor Solomiya Ivakhiv. \nPerformances take place at The Bushnell\, 166 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, CT 06106. All tickets are sold through the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. Masterworks Series subscriptions were available beginning June 2\, 2025\, and single tickets go on sale August 4\, 2025. For tickets and additional information\, visit hartfordsymphony.org.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/hso-masterworks-series-pines-of-rome-at-the-bushnell/2026-03-13/
LOCATION:The Bushnell Theater\, 166 Capitol Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hartford
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SUMMARY:Jim Messina at Infinity Music Hall Hartford
DESCRIPTION:A celebrated architect of American pop and rock\, Jim Messina brings his decades-spanning catalog to Infinity Music Hall Hartford on March 13\, 2026 at 8:00 pm. With a career that includes work as a founding member of Buffalo Springfield\, Poco\, and Loggins & Messina\, Messina has helped shape the sound of multiple generations. \nAn accomplished singer\, songwriter\, producer\, and engineer\, Messina is widely regarded as an expert in crafting hit records. His musical legacy spans five decades\, three super groups\, a successful solo career\, and numerous production credits. Audiences can expect an evening filled with classic songs\, masterful musicianship\, and stories from a life spent at the forefront of popular music. \nThe performance takes place at Infinity Music Hall Hartford\, 32 Front Street\, Hartford\, CT 06103. For tickets and additional information\, visit infinityhall.com or contact the venue directly.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/jim-messina-at-infinity-music-hall-hartford/
LOCATION:Infinity Music Hall – Hartford\, 32 Front Street\, Hartford\, 06103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hartford
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