In commemoration of the anniversary of the biggest single environmental disaster in US history, the BP Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico, we’re partnering with PDX 2 Gulf Coast and Gulfsongs Oregon to present a concert and the premiere of the short documentary film, Beyond the Spill at the Alberta Rose Theatre on Wednesday, April 20th. There will also be an update on the current state of economic recovery, coastal wetlands clean-up and restoration efforts, and what we in the Northwest can do to help.

Beyond the Spill presents a devastated environment and economy and the personal choices that drove us head-on into this catastrophe.  What can we as individuals learn from the largest and most preventable oil spill in US history?  By accepting responsibility, by seeking ways to more quickly transition to clean energy, can we move beyond the spill?

In addition to the film, New Orleans native and Portland musical treasure,  Reggie Houston, will lead four of Portland’s most notable piano players on a journey through Gulf Coast music that traces the evolution of New Orleans and Louisiana piano styles.  Janice Scroggins, DK Stewart, Andrew Oliver, and Steve Kerin will tickle our ears, move our feet, and show us why so many of our musical roads lead back to this culturally essential and environmentally vital region of the country.

Proceeds from this show will go to benefit our education outreach in the Northwest and around the country, and to support wetlands restoration and economic recovery in south Louisiana.

Join us for an evening to inspire us on our journey beyond the spill.

Tickets are $15 in advance and can be purchased online or at the box office of the Alberta Rose Theatre.

Related posts:

1. Beyond the Spill with PDX 2 Gulf Coast: Documentary Film World Premier in April at Alberta Rose Theater
2. Oregonians Responding to the Gulf Coast Crisis
3. Help Support Orphan Nutrition at SPOON Foundation’s Seattle Event on April 26th
4. Join The Cycle – Update from the Rockies with KEEN Field Service Rep
5. 130 Mile Paddle to Benefit Disabled Veterans and the Environment

Tags: Alberta Rose Theatre, Andrew Oliver, beyond the spill, bp oil spill, DK Stewart, gulf of mexico, gulfsongs, Janice Scroggins, PDX 2 Gulf Coast, Reggie Houston, Steve Kerin, undersolen

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