Teresa de Lauretis, who coined the term the “queer theory” in 1991, defines it as a project of “rethink[ing] the sexual in new ways, elsewhere and otherwise.” In the almost three decades since this provocation, queer thinking, being, making and acting has evolved and proliferated across social, cultural, and political life.

Friday, December 7th from 6:30 pm: RE:ARTISTE International Art Organization was founded in 2012 and led by Natalie Burlutskaya as an art events and networking platform for emerging and established artists to be seen by curators, buyers, and art enthusiasts as a peacemaking mission by connecting people of diverse cultures, origins, and legacies.  Art conveys both historical and social facts, lifestyle, inspiration, and feelings; RE:ARTISTE curates exhibitions and events to encourage historic and cultural discourse to embrace diversity, cultural differences, and various art styles. www.reartiste.com

Dec., 20th at doors open at 7:30 pm. Tickets $15 ($10 seniors/students) at the door: Come enjoy an end-of-the-year show with Either/OR who perform the music of Alvin Lucier, Paula Matthusen and Jo Kondo, featuring Margaret Lancaster flutes, Richard Carrick piano and Chris Nappi percussion. And join us for a reception following the concert!

Saturday, 22nd Concert starts at 7 pm: Shkodran Tolaj, Tenor and Shkelzen Baftiari, Piano with Guest Besiana Mehmedi