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Joseph Shepperd Rogers (aka AIVEN): "Retrospective"


  • Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Road Hyattsville, MD, 20784 United States (map)

Opening Reception: Nov 21, 6-8pm

Exhibition: Nov 11, 2024 - Jan 19, 2025, Lobby (Display Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)

Join us for an opening reception of “Retrospective” with artist Joseph Shepperd Rogers (aka AIVEN). In this exhibit, Neo-Expressionism meets Naif, in this collection of iconic Madonna’s, “still lives” and fantastical creatures. Joseph Shepperd Rogers, also known as Aiven, earned an M.F.A. Degree from the University of North Carolina, and a B.F. Degree from Greensboro College in N.C. He continued his training locally at the Corcoran School of Art in Washington, D.C.

This exhibit will be on display in the lobby of the Publick Playhouse from Mon., Nov. 11, 2024-Sun., Jan. 19, 2025 during regular building hours (M-F, 9 am – 5 pm). Please note that art exhibits are not viewable if a performance or event is taking place due to the close proximity of the theatre. Please contact the Box Office at 301-277-1710 if you would like to check the schedule before coming in to view the exhibit or before visiting with a group.

Earlier Event: November 10
Nadine Sierra
Later Event: November 12
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