‘Dick’s Picnic’ by David King, won second place in FRESH 2019. The show returns Friday, Jan. 10 at Summit Artspace on East Market. The first show of the year at Summit Artspace on East Market, the “FRESH 2020 Juried Art Exhibition,” opens Friday, Jan. 10, and this year’s show will include an expanded footprint. Juror and artist Katina Pastis Radwanski chose 69 works of … [Read more...]
Millennial Theatre’s ‘Spring Awakening’ explores adolescent themes like shame, rebellion
Editor’s note: Tessa Gaffney appears in the Millennial Theatre Project’s production of ‘Spring Awakening,” which takes place Jan. 9 through 11 at Akron Civic Theatre. “The question is: shame. What is its origin? And why are we hounded by its miserable shadow?”Melchior asks in “Spring Awakening.” This is a central theme in this story written over 100 years ago, infused … [Read more...]
Nicole Walker named Akron Municipal Court presiding judge for 2020
Judge Nicole Walker will serve as the administrative/presiding judge of the Akron Municipal Court for 2020. In this role, Walker will oversee the court’s administration, docket and court calendar, as well as the observance of the rules of superintendence and the timely reporting and termination of all cases in the court. Walker, who was elected to the bench in November … [Read more...]
Clyde Alan Hensley – Two Poems
Editor's note: Clyde Alan Hensley is a local songwriter, performer and poet. Shoebox I stumbled upon a shoebox, full of pictures and memories. I dubbed them confessions of my life.Still frames in black and white ... people who touched my very soul.Some good and some not as much. Nonetheless...each bestowed a lesson. Words on faded paper, where the ink no … [Read more...]
‘Black Card Project’ addresses black identity through theatre, dance performances and workshops
Performance takes place Jan. 17 at Akron Civic Theatre -- Inlet Dance Theatre will expand Dominic Moore-Dunson’s dance theatre production, “The ‘Black Card’ Project” to include performances at the Akron Civic Theatre in January, along with educational videos, movement workshops, and other activities. The production centers on using the arts to generate community discussion … [Read more...]
Magical Theatre presents ‘The NeverEnding Story,’ show opens Dec. 6
Imagination, family, and friendship are celebrated in Magical Theatre Company’s holiday production “The NeverEnding Story,” which opens Friday Dec. 6. The play is based on the 1979 children’s novel that explores the waning of youthful imagination in our modern world. “The holidays are a magical and nostalgic time of year, and ‘The NeverEnding Story’ is the perfect way … [Read more...]
Children Services hosts foster care, adoption info meeting Dec. 5
For individuals and families seeking to adopt or host foster children, Summit County Children Services will host a free foster care and adoption information meeting Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Compass Coffee at The Well CDC, 647 E. Market St., in Akron. Residents who attend the information meeting will learn a variety of details about foster care and adoption, … [Read more...]
Buy local at Crafty Mart’s Holiday Market Nov. 30-Dec. 1
Crafty Mart will host its 11th Annual Holiday Market, starting on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30, and continuing through Sunday, Dec. 1, at Bounce Innovation Hub, 526 S. Main St., on the second floor. The Holiday Market will feature 70 Akron-area artists and makers selling one-of-a-kind gifts. Throughout the two-day event, Crafty Mart will host DIY workshops, an Iron … [Read more...]
UA alum takes the reins as bandleader of Danjo Jazz Orchestra
Band establishes 2020 residency at Jilly’s Music Room --- On a recent weeknight at Jilly’s Music Room, the nearly 20 members of Danjo Jazz Orchestra filled the club with a timeless big band sound, the power of horns and wind instruments a refreshing change from garage rock bands. This iteration of the jazz orchestra also was under the new leadership of Andrew … [Read more...]
Kaleidoscope Juried Holiday Show opens Nov. 22 at Summit Artspace
The 17th Annual Kaleidoscope Juried Holiday Show opens Friday, Nov. 22 at Summit Artspace on East Market, 140 E. Market St. The show will open with a free Meet the Artists Reception & Awards from 5 to 8 p.m., in the main gallery at Summit Artspace on East Market. The exhibition runs until Dec. 21 and is free and open to the public. The juried exhibit is organized … [Read more...]
