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Prepare to be swept away by Artrageous, the immersive performance that melds live painting, music, dance, puppetry, storytelling and audience participation into one high-energy spectacle.
On Thursday, Oct. 2, the Warsaw Performing Arts Center will host this show at 6 p.m., delivering two full hours of visual and auditory wonder, according to a news release from the Warsaw PAC.
Artrageous invites audiences into a world where “every stroke of the brush is a heartbeat, every note is a pulse, and every move is a masterpiece,” the release states. With a theatrical presentation frequently likened to the innovation of the Blue Man Group, the show features 10 to 12 multi-talented performers in one, high-energy, participatory concert and fine-art event.
As audiences guess each live-painted creation, often iconic pieces like Mona Lisa or Starry Night, or vibrant portraits of cultural icons, they experience the race to complete the artwork in sync with the music.
With a legacy of over 3,000 performances, Artrageous has energized stages in 49 U.S. states and 12 countries, using more than 700 gallons of paint, and donating 200 Artreach programs to communities in need. The show also boasts star-studded collaborations, from Harrison Ford and the NBA All-Stars to Sir Richard Branson, Cirque du Soleil, and events like the Oscars After Party.
Tickets are on sale now at WarsawSchools.org/PAC They are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors 65 and older, $10 for students 7 to 18 years and $7 for non-lap children under 7 years old.
Tickets may also be purchased by calling the box office at 574-371-5040.
“We strive to unite art, community, and imagination on one stage. Artrageous isn’t just a show - it’s an adventure you co-create,” said a spokesperson from the Artrageous ensemble.
Artrageous originated in 2014 from a long-standing theater arts community that dates back to the 1980s street-theater roots in Vancouver. The multi-faceted group is a one-of-a-kind performance troupe based in New Mexico that excels in immersive, participatory artistry. Their shows blend painting, dance, storytelling, and live music — culminating in an engaging gallery-style finale where audience members can connect with the artwork and artists alike, according to the release.
