ArtsRock, a Rockland County, NY not-for profit arts organization, announces the appointment of its 2012 Board of Directors including Joe Morley as the Board President.

“Our emergence as an independent arts organization comes at a time when our mission is more vital than ever.  With funding for all types of discretionary programs being cut in our communities and in our schools, ArtsRock will continue to bring professional live entertainment to audiences that might otherwise not have such access.  I am honored to be chosen to lead the first ArtsRock corporate board towards this goal,” said Morley.

The Board consists of the following appointments as of March 1, 2012. 

Officers:

Joe Morley, Board President Mr. Morley is the Partner/Executive Producer at Studio on Hudson in Nyack, NY, an independent feature film Production Company. He is co-executive producer of the 2008 Sundance Award winning film Anywhere USA, and of Morgan Spurlock’s critically acclaimed and Academy Award nominated film Super Size Me.

Greg Karr, Board Vice President Mr. Karr is an entrepreneur who contributes his talents and resources to his community.  Professionally, he founded and is the CEO of The Center for Allied Health & Nursing Education, a post-secondary institution providing nursing education through five campuses in New Jersey and Florida. 

Patrick Kennedy, Board Treasurer Mr. Kennedy graduated with degrees in both Marketing and Management, followed by a MBA, and became an employee of HSBC where he is still currently employed.  In his 11 years with the company, after completing a project in Chicago three years ago, he returned to the east coast to Nyack, as a Premier Relationship Manager. 

Marilyn Kaskel, Board Secretary. Ms. Kaskel is an Emmy and Gracie award-winning producer with more than 25 years in broadcast television known for getting exclusive interviews with world leaders and newsmakers. She has produced thousands of segments for the biggest on-air talent in the business including BrIan Williams’ and Geraldo and through her award-winning Production Company, she created long form documentaries for PBS, focusing on women’s issues. 

ArtsRock Board:

Hal Coon, Dallas, Texas

Peter Danish, Danish Media Group, Nyack, NY

Deborah Darbonne, West Nyack, NY

Alice DiSanto, LS Direct Marketing of Suffern, NY

Jeff Doctorow, Doctorow Publishing LLC, New City, NY

Martin Flaxman, Windsor Insurance, Nyack, NY

Elliott Forrest, Broadcaster & Producer WQXR/WNYC, Upper Nyack, NY

Jeffrey Friedberg, Bossy Frog Band, Upper Nyack, NY

Rod Greenwood, Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, Pearl River, NY

Lorena Mann, The Recording Academy NY Chapter, Piermont, NY

Nelson Page, President of MajesticStar Entertainment

According to press notes, the mission of ArtsRock of Rockland, Inc. is to provide increased access to professional arts and multi-cultural programs for an underserved, diverse audience, in and around Rockland County. ArtsRock is an affiliate of Friends of the Nyacks, Inc., a 501 (C)(3) New York Not-For-Profit Corporation. For Tickets: www.artsrock.org or call 866-811-4111.

For information: info@artsrock.org or call 845-418-ARTS 

Read more: http://rockland.broadwayworld.com/article/ArtsRock-Announces-Newly-Expanded-Board-of-Directors-20120305#ixzz1oHtg9kOG

Suzanne Vega Performs at Rockland Community College 2/3/2012

Tuesday, December 6, 2011; Posted: 12:12 PM - by BWW News Desk 

ArtsRock presents this musical powerhouse who will perform on Friday, February 3, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. at Rockland Community College’s Cultural Arts Theatre in Suffern, NY. Widely recognized as one of the greatest singer/songwriters of her generation, Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early 1980s when, accompanying herself on acoustic guitar, she sang what has been labeled contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich Village clubs. She will be accompanied on stage by guitarist Gerry Leonard.


Since her debut 25 years ago she has sold over 7 million albums and has been nominated for 7 Grammy awards. Her song “Luka” about child abuse was a surprise hit and won MTV’s Best Female Video. She was the first artist on the main stage at the very first Lilith Fair and her voice and song “Tom’s Diner” was used in the refinement of the MP3, earning her the nickname “The Mother of the MP3”.

The intimate evening will include everything from Vega classics such as “Luka” and “Tom’s Diner” to her latest songs. Vega’s ability to tell a story through song shines through in her performances so get your tickets early for a memorable, musical event that makes a great early holiday gift.

Date: Friday, February 3, 2012

Time: 8:00 pm

Location: Rockland Community College, Cultural Arts Theatre, 145 College Road, Suffern, NY 10901

Price: $45 Premium Seating/$35 General Admission

The mission of ArtsRock is to provide increased access to professional arts and multi-cultural programs for an underserved, diverse audience, in and around Rockland County. ArtsRock is an affiliate of Friends of the Nyacks, Inc., a 501 (C)(3) New York Not-For-Profit Corporation. For Tickets: www.artsrock.org or call 866-811-4111.

Read more: http://centralnewyork.broadwayworld.com/article/Suzanne-Vega-Performs-at-Rockland-Community-College-232012-20111206#ixzz1fnGkB4Qf

ArtsRock Milk ‘n Cookies Presents The Annual Bossy Frog Band Holiday Show

Monday, December 5, 2011; Posted: 01:12 PM - by BWW News Desk 

Join Rockland’s own Jeffrey Friedberg as he leads The Bossy Frog Band for a fun filled morning on Thursday, December 29 at 11 a.m. at the Lafayette Theatre, 97 Lafayette Avenue in Suffern. This annual musical extravaganza features a banjo, a hula hooping fiddler and a big green frog and is sure to delight the entire family. And there will be ‘extra special surprises’, dancing in the aisles and of course, milk ‘n cookies for all the children!

For more information visit http://bossyfrog.com.

Date: Thursday, December 29, 2011

Time: 11:00 am
Location: The Lafayette Theater, 97 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern, NY

Price: Advance $12; Day of Show $15

The mission of ArtsRock is to provide increased access to professional arts and multi-cultural programs for an underserved, diverse audience, in and around Rockland County.

ArtsRock is an affiliate of Friends of the Nyacks, Inc., a 501 (C)(3) New York Not-For-Profit Corporation.

For Tickets: www.artsrock.org or call 866-811-4111.
For information: info@artsrock.org or call 845-418-ARTS

Read more: http://centralnewyork.broadwayworld.com/article/ArtsRock-Milk-n-Cookies-Presents-The-Annual-Bossy-Frog-Band-Holiday-Show-20111205#ixzz1fhETV0rY

Eileen Ivers, the pre-eminent exponent of the Irish fiddle in the world today, and her band, will perform their heartwarming holiday show on Sunday, December 4th at 3 p.m. at the Pearl River High School, 275 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. Featuring traditional Irish songs, original tunes and holiday favorites specially arranged by Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul, Eileen Ivers will change the way you think about the fiddle!

This event is sponsored by the Irish Arts Forum and is a Benefit of Brest Buddies Campaign Against Cancer

For more information visit: http://www.eileenivers.com

Date: Sunday, December 4, 2011

Time: 3:00 pm

Location: Pearl River High School, 275 East Central Avenue

Price: $30 General Admission

The mission of ArtsRock is to provide increased access to professional arts and multi-cultural programs for an underserved, diverse audience, in and around Rockland County.

ArtsRock is an affiliate of Friends of the Nyacks, Inc., a 501 (C)(3) New York Not-For-Profit Corporation. For Tickets: www.artsrock.org or call 866-811-4111.



Read more: http://broadwayworld.com/article/ArtsRock-Presents-Eileen-Ivers-and-Immigrant-Soul-Christmas-Show-124-20111025##ixzz1ezumyvO0