Wandering Aesthetics and Dunamis Theatre are collaborating this summer to produce "The Jungle Book", their second show for young actors in the Spicy Lamb Farm Players’ Barn. Under the direction of Kyle Jozsa, Benjamin Rexroad, and Nici Romo, this play will offer young performers an opportunity to create as an ensemble and work on their craft in a style unique to Wandering … [Read more...]
Go ‘In Too Deep’ at January’s Electric Pressure Cooker
Start off your 2019 piping hot at the 41st edition of the Electric Pressure Cooker Cabaret! "[The #EPCooker is] the trippiest open mic I've ever been to!" – Chelsea Blackerby Through humble beginnings in the basement of the Every Blooming Thing flower shop in Highland Square, the #EPCooker is an artist driven event that sees over 50+ audience members, 20+ performers, and … [Read more...]
Parents take a “day off” this holiday season
Akron’s Center for Art, Music, & Performance is pleased to announce the return of "The Playhouse: A Parent’s Day Off" on Saturday, December 15th from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Wandering Aesthetics' Director of Education leading a theatre game during a youth workshop at the Akron Center for Art, Music, & Performance. (Photo: Shane Wynn) Still have some gifts to … [Read more...]
Three area attractions named to new Ohio Holiday Lights Trail
Just in time for the holiday season, TourismOhio has launched the Holiday Lights Trail on “Ohio.org/Holidays,” featuring three Greater Akron venues: Deck The Hall at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 37th annual Akron Children’s Hospital Holiday Tree Festival and Christmas in Peninsula. “The Ohio Holiday Lights Trail is a fantastic way to help travelers find outstanding light … [Read more...]
Chicago-based alternative jazz trio makes Akron debut Nov. 9
The Chicago-based Joe Policastro Trio will stop through Akron later this week as part of a final tour cycle supporting film and TV music. “This show at BLU Jazz is part of our final tour cycle in support of Screen Sounds, an album featuring re-workings of music from film/TV,” said bassist and bandleader Joe Policastro. “BLU Jazz looks incredible, has a great reputation and … [Read more...]
“Little Women” the Musical runs through Oct. 20 at Western Reserve Playhouse
The novel “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott comes alive as an all-new Broadway musical adaptation, now playing through Oct. 20 at Western Reserve Playhouse, 3326 Everett Road, in Bath. This family friendly, high-energy production is directed by WRP’s Artistic Director, Dawn Sniadak-Yamokoski, and choreographer, Jen Justice, with musical direction by Dave Stebbins. “Little … [Read more...]
Hower House exhibit explores historic wedding fashion
Followers of historic wedding fashion would likely agree that bridal fashion doesn't often go out of style. And due to its popularity, the summer exhibit “Bridal Fashions Through the Decades: 1880 - 1960s” at the University of Akron’s Hower House, has been extended through Saturday, Oct. 13. “The idea of the exhibit began last holiday season; one of the 1940s gowns was on … [Read more...]
Local filmmaker premieres documentary about local African-American churches Sept. 24
A local filmmaker, Clyde McDaniel, of Cleo Film Productions, will debut his new documentary about local African-American churches, Monday, Sept. 24, 6 p.m. at the Akron-Summit County Main Library’s Main Library auditorium. The Main Library is located at 60 S. High St. in downtown Akron. The event is free. The film, called “A Historical Look at the African American Church,” … [Read more...]
Let’s Grow Akron hosts annual FUNdraiser Sept. 15 at Hive Mind
Let’s Grow Akron, which creates and supports community food gardens in neighborhoods with limited access to fresh food, will host its annual FUNdraiser Saturday, Sept. 15, 4 to 10 p.m., at the Hive Mind, 375 W. Exchange St. The family-friendly event will include food, beverages, music, raffle prizes and produce for purchase, along with entertainment from Rhodes St. Rude Boys … [Read more...]
Victim Assistance offers ‘Safe at Home’ public record protection for victims
Victim Assistance Program of Summit County now offers Safe at Home Program assistance to victims of domestic violence, stalking, human trafficking, rape, or sexual battery by shielding their personal information from public record. “Safe at Home” is an address confidentiality program created by Ohio House Bill 359 to help participants shield their address from public … [Read more...]
