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Alison Rooney

Alison RooneyArts Editor

Rooney was the arts editor for The Current since its founding in 2010 through April 2024. A playwright, she has lived in Cold Spring since 1999. She is a graduate of Binghamton University, where she majored in history.

In the Pines
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Now Playing: 10 Local Bands

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 25, 2023August 25, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

In the Pines festival returns in Beacon

Noga Cabo performing at the Howland Cultural Center Photo by Alejandro Lopez
Posted inArts & Leisure

Noga Steps Out

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 25, 2023August 25, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon songwriter, composer goes solo

Eric Starr
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Through the Embers of Time

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 18, 2023September 1, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Cold Spring composer to celebrate two writers

Ota as Henry V with, from left, Timothy Bright, Kurt Rhoads, Omar Shafiuzzaman and Nance Williamson
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Meet Your King

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Under the tent, Emily Ota portrays Henry V

Robyn Moreno Photo provided
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The Ways of Healing

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Cold Spring author draws on Mexican traditions

“Newark Library,” by Amy Becker
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Lost Worlds

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Artists examine two antiques: letters and pay phones

Choro Das 3
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Choro Das 3 is in the House

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Brazilian trio will perform at Cold Spring home

David Reeves in his New York City shop
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Best-Dressed in Beacon

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 28, 2023March 7, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

Bespoke tailor opens shop on Main Street

Eugenie Milroy (left) and Bekah Tighe model Stranded Assets apparel at the launch of their line at Wynono in Cold Spring
Posted inArts & Leisure

Shirts and Ties Reborn

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 28, 2023July 28, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Apparel line upcycles men’s clothes for women

In a still from After the Bite, beachgoers scan the water for sharks.
Posted inArts & Leisure

The Shark Attack That Changed Everything

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

In new film, Ivy Meeropol casts a wide net

Ryan Biracree
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5 Questions: Ryan Biracree

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney July 21, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Librarian will host death cafe at Desmond-Fish

Beth Haber's "Thermal Exchange," with archival photographs on arches paper, woven cloth on board bookends and text in pencil along bottom edge
Posted inArts & Leisure

Art Books

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 30, 2023June 30, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon exhibit unfolds on July 8

Julia Caldwell inside the studio store. The other half of the space is a gallery.
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More Room Up the Hill

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 23, 2023June 27, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Studio Tashtego moves into former C&E space

covers
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What Do You Believe?

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 23, 2023June 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

In annual workshop, Haldane students consider ‘core’ beliefs

BeaconArts-logo
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BeaconArts Bounces Back

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 16, 2023October 13, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Nonprofit working on recovery after pandemic

NBNY ArtSeen
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Take an Arts Walk in Newburgh

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 16, 2023June 16, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Monthly open houses expand in second year

Kristin Battersby (right) conducts a rehearsal for her IUD Play with actor Madeleine Hamer, at Move in Cold Spring. (Photo by Michael Rinere)
Posted inArts & Leisure

Finding a Way In

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Beacon playwright debuts at festival

Gabrielle Fox and Nora Matz (right) co-produced Glass Breakers 3 Play and Film Festival at the Philipstown Depot Theater. Photos provided
Posted inArts & Leisure

All Women, All the Time

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Philipstown Depot to host play and film festival 

beacon-fest
Posted inArts & Leisure

Beacon LitFest is Coming

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 2, 2023October 15, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Writers to fill Howland Center for workshops, talks

Allegra Jordan with some of her work
Posted inArts & Leisure

Young Mother Finds Solace in Art, and Beacon

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 2, 2023June 2, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Solo show at Super Secret Projects opens June 10

Posted in5 Questions

5 Questions: Rosemary Rodino

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney June 2, 2023December 23, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Retiring director of the Community Nursery School in Cold Spring

Boscobel
Posted inArts & Leisure

Boscobel Has More Stories to Tell

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney May 26, 2023June 1, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Historic site revamping tours, exhibits

artists
Posted inArts & Leisure

Ceramics Like You’ve Never Seen

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney May 26, 2023May 27, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Manitoga exhibit features four innovative artists

Emily Ota, seen in the 2022 production of Romeo and Juliet, will portray King Henry this summer. HVSF this year hopes to encourage more picnicking before the shows. Photo by T. Charles Erickson/HVSF
Posted inArts & Leisure

Sharing Space

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney May 19, 2023May 19, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Shakespeare Festival prepares for second season at new home

"Madison Avenue and 57th Street"
Posted inArts & Leisure

Street Rules

Alison Rooney by Alison Rooney May 12, 2023May 12, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

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