The Edwards Arts Council

The Edwards Opera House is located in the Edwards Town Hall at 161 Main Street, Edwards, New York. For general information, call 315-562-8213, e-mail info, or write: Edwards Arts Council, PO Box 241, Edwards NY 13635. Performing groups interested in participating in the upcoming season are encouraged to contact us. Donations for use and restoration of the Opera House are tax deductible.

Two acts have now been confirmed for the '09 season. Keep checking in. As events are finalized, the information on them will be posted.

Eliza Gilkyson appeared here on November 11, 2006. She liked the Edwards Opera House so much, she made it the cover of her newest CD, "Your Town Tonight." You can see it on her label's web site, http://www.redhouserecords.com/205.html. Our web address will be listed on the album as well as a photo credit.

Saturday
May 9
7:00 PM

Costaki Economopoulos

Comedian Costaki Economopoulos, a favorite of the nationally syndicated Bob And Tom Radio Show, can be heard every Wednesday on Bob and Tom doing "The Economonologue." In the St. Lawrence County region, listen to Bob and Tom every weekday from 6-10 a.m. at 101.5 The Fox FM.

Costaki's humor has been described as smart, pointed, hip, sharp, insightful, socially relevant, and gut-laugh funny. He's performed in 46 states, covering the country's best clubs, dozens of colleges and private shows, and some of the worst bars in America. Costaki has played the prestigious Montreal Just for Laughs Festival and was such a hit on the nationally syndicated radio show, The Bob and Tom Show, that they put him on their new CD. A talented writer, Costaki's jokes have appeared on The Tonight Show and BET, where he was staffed on two of their hit shows. After a recent performance with Jake Johannsen, Costaki's mother said, "You were better than that other guy." And really, is there anything more to say after that?

Tickets are $16.00 in advance and $18.00 at the door. Recommended for a mature audience.

Advance tickets will go on sale by mail in January 2009. Send a Check or Money Order to: The Edwards Arts Council, Inc. P.O. Box 241 Edwards, NY 13635. SASE Appreciated. About 4 weeks before the event, advance tickets will also be available at our usual locations.

Costaki's web site is www.costaki.com. Bob and Tom's is www.bobandtom.com.

Saturday
October 3
7:00 PM

Jay Ungar and Molly Mason and The Family Band

What is it they say about the family that plays together?

Well, even if they don't all live under the same roof, this family makes terrific music and has a rip-roarin' good time while they're at it. The Jay Ungar & Molly Mason Family Band features Jay, Molly, Jay's daughter Ruth Ungar Merenda, and her husband Michael Merenda. The band travel's with Ruthy and Mike's son Will, born January 28, 2008. He's not playing an instrument yet but is sometimes heard none the less.

With exceptional musicianship and a vast knowledge of a number of music styles, Jay Ungar & Molly Mason are one of the most celebrated duos in American acoustic music. They achieved international acclaim in 1990 when their performance of Jay's composition Ashokan Farewell became the musical hallmark of Ken Burns' The Civil War on PBS.

You may know Ruth and Mike Merenda from their band, The Mammals. Ruth Merenda cut her teeth on traditional music, and grew up to be a top-flight performer. She brings fiddle, ukulele, guitar and deeply moving vocal performances to the Family Band. Mike Merenda favored rock and ska before being drawn into the world of acoustic music. He adds old-time banjo, guitar and percussion to the mix.

Four terrific musicians. Put them together and the sum really is greater than its parts. Double fiddles, sweet vocal harmonies and rhythmic energy abound as two generations collaborate to entertain you with music from the heart and soul of America.

Tickets are $20.00 in advance, $22.00 at the door.

For more about the Merendas visit www.mikeandruthy.com.

For more information about jay and Molly visit www.jayandmolly.com

Advance tickets will go on sale by mail in January 2009. Send a Check or Money Order to: The Edwards Arts Council, Inc. P.O. Box 241 Edwards, NY 13635. SASE Appreciated. About 4 weeks before the event, advance tickets will also be available at our usual locations.

We have several ticket locations to purchase tickets locally: Wood Family Grocery in Edwards; The Oswegatchie Coffee Company in Gouverneur; in Canton at The Brewer Bookstore and The Pear Tree; in Potsdam at Strawberry Fields Music and Northern Music and Video.

Advance tickets are also available by mail. Send a check or money order to: The Edwards Arts Council, Inc. P.O. Box 241 Edwards, NY 13635. Please include a SASE.

The 2009 order form will be posted as soon as the schedule is finalized. You must have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to access the order form. If you need to download Acrobat Reader, click on the Adobe logo at the right. If you are unable to download this form, you may simply write to the Edwards Arts Council at the above address. Directions to Edwards are available on this website. Additional information is available by calling (315) 562-8213 or by e-mail at info@edwardsartscouncil.org.