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HARRISBURG, Pa., April 26, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The state arts council today announced the 2013 folk and traditional arts apprenticeships for Pennsylvania. Ten apprentices working with master artists in five counties will be supported by the grants. "By supporting these partnerships, the commonwealth invests in our artistic heritage and excellence," Phillip Horn, executive director of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts said. "We are extremely proud to recognize the...
SANTIAGO, Chile, April 15, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- First Lady Susan Corbett today announced a cultural exchange program with Chile that provides for five-week artist residencies in Pennsylvania for two Chilean visual artists. Mrs. Corbett made the announcement during a Pennsylvania tourism luncheon focused on promoting Pennsylvania as an ideal vacation spot to Chilean tour operators, travel writers and meeting planners. The luncheon is a part of the Governor's Jobs 1st...
SAO PAULO, April 8, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- First Lady Susan Corbett, joined by Governor Tom Corbett, announced today that a Brazilian music ensemble led by composer and performer Paulo Padilha will participate in a week-long educational and performance residency in Pennsylvania in the fall of 2014. Mrs. Corbett made the announcement during a Pennsylvania tourism luncheon focused on promoting Pennsylvania as an ideal vacation spot to Brazilian tour operators, travel writers...
HARRISBURG, Pa., March 11, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- David "DJ" Gress, a senior at The Kiski School, Indiana County, today won the state finals of the 2013 "Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest." The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts hosted the competition at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg. Governor Tom Corbett, along with First Lady Susan Corbett, chair of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, welcomed the competitors to the Residence. "Governor Corbett and I...
HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 8, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- High school students from across the state will compete for a chance to represent their region at Pennsylvania's state championship for the Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest. The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) sponsors the competition along with its regional partners and arts organizations. Regional finalists are selected through classroom, school and the regional contests. Last year, finalists were chosen...
ERIE, Pa., Sept. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Governor Tom Corbett and First Lady Susan Corbett tonight recognized the recipients of the 2012 Governor's Awards for the Arts. The ceremony honored outstanding Pennsylvania artists, arts organizations and patrons who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the arts. "It is a great honor for us to recognize the genius and generosity of spirit embodied in this year's recipients," said Governor Corbett. "Each of...
HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania Council on the Arts chair and First Lady Susan Corbett today announced that PCA executive director Philip Horn has been appointed to the National PTA® board of directors by its national president. "The appointment of Philip Horn to a key advisory role in one of the nation's most prominent organizations devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of parent involvement in schools reflects...
Sept. 20 Awards Ceremony to be held at Erie's Warner Theatre ERIE, Pa., July 16, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Pennsylvania First Lady Susan Corbett today announced the recipients of the prestigious Governor's Awards for the Arts. The annual awards are a 32-year tradition honoring outstanding Pennsylvania artists, arts organizations, and patrons who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the arts. "I am delighted to announce the distinguished roster of honorees...
Awards Ceremony to be Held September 20th in Erie HARRISBURG, Pa., April 9, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts today announced that nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 Governor's Awards for the Arts. The awards, Pennsylvania's most prestigious honor within the arts community, are in their 31st year. "Pennsylvania is most fortunate to have a vibrant arts and culture community. Governor Corbett and I are thrilled to continue the...
HARRISBURG, Pa., March 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Daphnee McMaster, a senior at Reading High School, Berks County, today won the state finals of the 2012 "Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest." The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts hosted the competition at the Governor's Residence in Harrisburg. Suzanne Cawley, wife of Lt. Gov. Jim Cawley, welcomed the competitors to the Residence. McMaster will represent Pennsylvania in the national championship to be held in...
