World Artists Experiences

World Artists Experiences (WAE) is committed to developing a vital role of the arts in building bridges of international understanding. As a universal language, the arts create unique opportunities for cross-cultural communication, interaction and learning.

By providing educational experiences with world artists in schools, colleges, and communities, WAE seeks to foster an appreciation and support for the rich diversity and cultural commonalities of the world's citizens and, thereby, foster mutual respect among all people.

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   Austrian Violinist Elena Denisova to Perform February 4, 2010

Austrian Violinist Elena Denisova to Perform at Mount Airy Mansion February 4, 2010

Elena Denisova, Violinist from Austria, will perform at Mount Airy Mansion, 8714 Rosaryville Rd, Upper Marlboro on February 4, 2010 at 7 PM.

The well known and distinguished violinist Elena Denisova will present a free concert of classical music at 7 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Mount Airy Mansion , 8714 Rosaryville Road , Upper Marlboro.

A reception to meet the artist and her accompanists will follow the concert to which the audience is invited. Ms. Denisova, a native of Russia , has performed extensively throughout Europe as soloist with leading symphonies. She lives in Austria with her husband, conductor and pianist Alexel Kornienko.

Ms. Denisova has also made recordings of many of the classic violin compositions, including one of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, playing an historic violin for each season. Her concerts have been highly acclaimed in the U.S.A. and in Europe as she covers the complete violin repertoire from the Baroque to the Modern.

The free concert is sponsored by the World Artists’ Experiences of Arnold and the Embassy of Austria. World Artists Experiences is a non-profit organization bridging international understanding through cultural and citizen diplomacy. For more information, call 301-856-9656 or email wae@comcast.net.

   International Film Festival - February 8 - March 15, 2010


International Film Festival - Bridges to the World

The 2010 International film Festival will feature five films from five countries in five locations. View films each night of the week beginning the weeks of February 8 through March 15. All performances are at 7 PM.

Countries featured are: Russia, Korea, Argentina, Estonia and Nigeria.

The Venues and days of the week follow:

Monday - Salisbury, Maryland - Salisbury, Caruthers Auditorium, 1101 Camden Ave

Tuesday - Frostburg, Maryland - Tawes Hall, Room 153, Frostburg University

Wednesday - California, Maryland - Center for Higher Education Center Hall

Thursday - Annapolis, Maryland - Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts,801 Chase St

Friday - Towson, Maryland - Van Bokklen Hall Auditorium, Towson University, 80000 York Rd

The film are free of charge to the public. Each screening will include an introduction and a discussion.

The country and film follow:

FIRST WEEK: Russia: The Island
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SECOND WEEK: Korea: My Dear Enemy
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THIRD WEEK: Argentina: "El hijo de la Novia" (Son of the Bride)
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FOURTH WEEK: Estonia: “Decemberheat”
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FIFTH WEEK: Nigeria: Dance of the Maidens
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    CHINA Cultural Immersion Day Saturday, February 27, 2010

CHINA Cultural Immersion Day Saturday, February 27, 2010

SOME OF THE ACTIVITIES TO BE INCLUDED:

•Visit to the Terra Cotta Warriors and see the film “The Real Dragon Emperor” at the National Geographic Society
•Cultural tour and lecture at new Chancery of the Embassy of China
•Mystery visit
•Authentic Chinese dinner
•Many Chinese experiences on bus enroute to DC
Cost: $95/per person

Our chartered bus departs Forest Plaza (between Riva Rd. and Rt. 2) at 8:45 am. Please arrive at 8:30 am and bring a bag lunch with you. Registration must be received with FULL NAMES of ALL who are participating. Please bring identification on the day of the event. We will return to Annapolis at 7:30 pm. For more information, call 301-856-9656 or email wae@comcast.net.

NOTE: This program will be repeated on March 27 with buses leaving from Cumberland and Salisbury.

Further information, please call:
For Salisbury, call 410-543-6271 or email wae@comcast.net
For Cumberland, Call 301-784-5121 (phone) or email wae@comcast.net

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   Calling Volunteers!

Calling Volunteers!

World Artists Experiences is organizing 2009-2010 teams of volunteers to build and further the vision of bridging international understanding through cultural and citizen diplomacy in schools, colleges, and communities.

We invite you to join us.

Please email: wae@comcast.net or Call 410-647-4482 or 410-647-7494

and indicate areas which you might enjoy assisting WAE: publicity, development, administrative assistance, web design, fundraising, cultural immersion experiences, cultural ambassadors in schools, international art exchanges, international education month, an international summit, Ambassador Series of world experiences in communities, assisting with the welcoming and hosting international groups, graphic design, as programs, flyers, etc., videotaping, coordinating volunteers, hosting a “house of Friends” to allow many people to know about the organization, building audiences, writing, editing, researching, grant writing, etc.

   
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ART EXCHANGE BRIDGES THE WORLD CULTURAL IMMERSION DAYS SHOWCASE THE WORLD WORLD ARTISTS EXPERIENCES SALUTES VOLUNTEERS

In February, World Artists Experiences and the Embassy of the People's Republic of China's Cultural Office worked together to present their first joint student art exchange between American and Chinese elementary students.

The event was billed as a "visual dialogue" between Yijin Elementary School in the Zhejiang Province and Crofton Woods Elementary School in Crofton, Maryland.

The opening celebration, which included songs from both countries performed by students, was held on February 21 at Crofton Woods Elementary. Members from the Embassy of the People's Republic of China, and Maryland state and county government representatives attended the reception, as did local artists and members of the community. The final song was sung in darkness. As the song continued to describe the importance of children's lights in the world, the room was filled with candles that the children lit.

Some of the artwork was taken by Crofton Woods to be presented at the National Art Teachers' Association in New York City.

World Artists Experiences' Cultural Immersion day trips to Washington D.C. to enjoy the sights, sounds, and tastes of countries from around the world are becoming extremely popular. To see photos from past Cultural Immersion days, click here: European Union Immersion Day Photos

World Artists Experiences is fueled by the enthusiasm and energy of a large corps of volunteers who work in several program teams: Ambassador Series concerts and events; Cultural Immersion Days; and International Education. Volunteers also lend their time and talents to several support teams: Public Relations / Technology; Development; Legal / Governance; Budget / Finance; Strategic / Long-Range Planning; Personnel and Nominations; and Staff / Volunteers.

Do you believe in our mission and want to join our cadre of volunteers? We would love to hear from you!

To join the many volunteers who support World Artists Experiences, click here. We couldn't do what we do without you!