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The Met: Live in HD: Mozart’s THE MAGIC FLUTE
The Met made history in December 2006 when it presented its first Live in HD transmission to cinemas worldwide—the abridged English-language version of Mozart’s The Magic Flute. Julie Taymor’s whimsical production features a winning ensemble, including tenor Matthew Polenzani, baritone Nathan Gunn, and bass René Pape. The opera returns to select movie theaters in a... Read More
2 events,
“First of All,” Exhibition Continues
“First of All,” Exhibition Continues
The School of Art + Design presents an exhibition curated by our first-year MFA candidates in Ceramics, Sculpture, Printmaking, Painting, and Graphic Design. The show will be on view February 12 – March 9, 2019 in Ohio University’s Trisolini Gallery, located on the 4th floor in the Baker Center. This exhibition will feature a group... Read More
2 events,
Choose Your Own Yarn Adventure Knit & Crochet Class at Arts West
Choose Your Own Yarn Adventure Knit & Crochet Class at Arts West
Choose Your Own Yarn Adventure Knit & Crochet Class at Arts West Tuesdays, Feb. 26 - April 30, 5:30-7pm This will be a knit & crochet class and the projects are going to be up to you! Nadine and Nancy will provide ideas for items that you can knit or crochet and then you bring... Read More
2 events,
An Evening with Jonathan Richman
An Evening with Jonathan Richman
This show will take place at ARTS/West, 132 West State Street in Athens, Ohio! Jonathan Richman has been writing music, recording and touring for most of his life, gathering the loyalty of fans and fellow artists with his warmth, humor and insightful lyrics. In the early 1970s he formed the Modern Lovers, a major progenitor... Read More
3 events,
The Absence of the Syrian Artist Continues
The Absence of the Syrian Artist Continues
The Absence of the Syrian Artist February 4 – March 10 ”The Absence of the Syrian Artist” is a visual art installation curated by Basil Masri Zada as part of his Ph.D. dissertation research. Kennedy Museum of Art Ohio University, Lin Hall 100 Ridges Circle Athens, Ohio 45701 740.593.1304 Gallery Hours M, T, W, F:... Read More
A Book APART: Book Discussion
A Book APART: Book Discussion
Join us in reading James Philip Head’s An Affair with Beauty: The Mystique of Howard Chandler Christy: The Magic of Youth, and explore the life of this popular artist as told from the perspective of his second wife, model, and muse Nancy. Discuss this first book in the An Affair with Beauty trilogy with ZMA... Read More
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ABC Players Open “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”
ABC Players Open “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”
Tickets on sale soon! March 1-2, 8-9, 2019 at 7:30 pm Matinees March 3, 9, & 10 at 2:00 pm Reserved Seats: $12/adults • $8/students A BC PLAYERS PRESENT "DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST" Disney's Beauty and the Beast, "Be Our Guest!" The Academy Award-winning film comes to life in this romantic and beloved take... Read More
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ART + DESIGN: 2, 3, 4: Dimensional Photographies Final Day
2, 3, 4: Dimensional Photographies An exhibition in the Ohio University Art Gallery, January 22-March 2, 2019. Monday, Jan. 28 - Lecture by juror: Brittany Nelson, Seigfred 401, 6pm Thursday, Feb. 28 – closing Reception, 5-7PM Contemporary photography is embracing modes of production that move the print off the wall and into 3-D and 4-D... Read More
Guided Gallery Sketch Hour
Guided Gallery Sketch Hour
Be inspired by the ZMA’s extensive collections and special exhibitions, and enjoy creative company. Join a member of the ZMA education staff, the first Saturday of each month in one of the museum’s eighteen galleries and sketch directly from the artwork. This month's location: The Great Gallery Catching the Light: American Impressionism in conjunction with... Read More
Statehood Day
Statehood Day
Join us in celebrating the founding of the great state of Ohio on March 2, 2019. We'll have a special one-day exhibit of Ohio statehood documents, including Thomas Worthington's personal draft of the 1802 Ohio Enabling Act displayed on the table upon which Ohio's Constitution was signed. We're debuting a new exhibit on Ross County's... Read More
Free Family Day: Make an Impression
Free Family Day: Make an Impression
Make an impression with hands-on art activities inspired by new ZMA exhibition Catching the Light: American Impressionism in conjunction with Cincinnati Art Galleries. Paint, sculpt, and draw using vibrant colors, bold brushstrokes, and more exciting impressionistic techniques. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of creative fun, music, and delicious snacks.
3 events,
School of Art + Design Faculty Biennial Exhibition Continues
School of Art + Design Faculty Biennial Exhibition January 25–May 5 Kennedy Museum of Art View Full Schedule: https://calendar.ohio.edu/site/finearts/event/school-of-art--design-faculty-biennial-exhibition/
“First of All,” Exhibition Continues
“First of All,” Exhibition Continues
The School of Art + Design presents an exhibition curated by our first-year MFA candidates in Ceramics, Sculpture, Printmaking, Painting, and Graphic Design. The show will be on view February 12 – March 9, 2019 in Ohio University’s Trisolini Gallery, located on the 4th floor in the Baker Center. This exhibition will feature a group... Read More
3 events,
The Absence of the Syrian Artist Continues
The Absence of the Syrian Artist Continues
The Absence of the Syrian Artist February 4 – March 10 ”The Absence of the Syrian Artist” is a visual art installation curated by Basil Masri Zada as part of his Ph.D. dissertation research. Kennedy Museum of Art Ohio University, Lin Hall 100 Ridges Circle Athens, Ohio 45701 740.593.1304 Gallery Hours M, T, W, F:... Read More
2nd Annual Cat Art Show Opening at Arts West
2nd Annual Cat Art Show Opening at Arts West
Cat Art Show Opening Reception Thursday, March 7, 5:30-8:30pm Come and enjoy cat art, refreshments, a silent auction, cat videos, and live cat-themed music stylings by Steve Zarate. Half the show features cat artwork by Integrated Services, under the leadership of Kim Jackson, and the other half features artworks created by the public. March 7-21:... Read More
3 events,
Radium Girls at Warren High
The Warren High School Drama Department will be presenting Radium Girls by D.W. Greggory on March 8, 2019 at 7:00 PM and March 10, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Warren High School auditorium. The play is based on the true story of young working-class girls in the 1920’s who fight for compensation from their... Read More
JumpsART: Paint
JumpsART: Paint
JumpstART your preschooler’s creativity at the ZMA every second Friday of each month. Expose your toddler to the exciting world of art. Each session is unique as you both experiment with new materials, discover art-making techniques, and explore hidden treasures in the ZMA’s galleries. Discover the many ways artists use paint throughout the ZMA galleries... Read More
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Friends of the Athens Public Library Book Sale
Friends of the Athens Public Library Book Sale
Browse a large selection of nonfiction and fiction of all types, including books about the environment, children's and young adult fiction and non-fiction, and classical languages and literature. Also CDs and DVDs. Most books are 3 for $1.00 with newer and specialty items starting at $1.00. All proceeds support Athens County Public Library activities.
“First of All,” Exhibition Final Day
“First of All,” Exhibition Final Day
The School of Art + Design presents an exhibition curated by our first-year MFA candidates in Ceramics, Sculpture, Printmaking, Painting, and Graphic Design. The show will be on view February 12 – March 9, 2019 in Ohio University’s Trisolini Gallery, located on the 4th floor in the Baker Center. This exhibition will feature a group... Read More
Art Voyagers: United States, 1880s-1920s
Art Voyagers: United States, 1880s-1920s
Become a ZMA Art Voyager, and begin your art adventure! Each month children in grades kindergarten through third will travel through history or explore the globe to learn about a different culture or a new art form. Create an exciting project, and receive a stamp in your Art Voyagers passport. Each stamp gets you one... Read More
4 events,
The Absence of the Syrian Artist Final Day
The Absence of the Syrian Artist Final Day
The Absence of the Syrian Artist February 4 – March 10 ”The Absence of the Syrian Artist” is a visual art installation curated by Basil Masri Zada as part of his Ph.D. dissertation research. Kennedy Museum of Art Ohio University, Lin Hall 100 Ridges Circle Athens, Ohio 45701 740.593.1304 Gallery Hours M, T, W, F:... Read More
Radium Girls at Warren High
Radium Girls at Warren High
The Warren High School Drama Department will be presenting Radium Girls by D.W. Greggory on March 10, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Warren High School auditorium. The play is based on the true story of young working-class girls in the 1920’s who fight for compensation from their bosses. After being lied to and poisoned... Read More
High School Musical – auditions – Zanesville Community Theatre
High School Musical – auditions – Zanesville Community Theatre
Based on a Disney Channel original movie. Casting ages 12 and up. Principle roles are being cast with actors who can pass for high school age, with a few supporting roles for adults. No pre-prepared audition material is required.
2 events,
High School Musical – auditions – Zanesville Community Theatre
High School Musical – auditions – Zanesville Community Theatre
Based on a Disney Channel original movie. Casting ages 12 and up. Principle roles are being cast with actors who can pass for high school age, with a few supporting roles for adults. No pre-prepared audition material is required.
2 events,
Y Bridge Arts Festival Call to Artist
The Y Bridge Arts Festival, which occurs the first weekend in August, in Zanesville, OH, is now accepting vendor applications. The Festival welcomes 2D and 3D artists and artisans from around the state. There are also live musical performances, children's activities and food vendor trucks at the festival. Visit www.ybridgeartsfestival.com for an application and to... Read More
2 events,
Concert at the Museum
Concert at the Museum
The ZMA in association with the Southeastern Ohio Symphony Orchestra presents Renee Show, Joe Kennedy, and Paul Love.
3 events,
Logan High School’s SHREK the Musical Opens
Logan High School’s SHREK the Musical Opens
Join us in the Kingdom of Duloc as Shrek and his faithful companion, Donkey, set off to rescue the princess Fiona. Based on the DreamWorks movie, and complete with fire-breathing dragon, a wooden boy, gingerbread man, and Lord Farquaad, this show is sure to please young and old alike! Tickets are $10 for adults and... Read More
“Shrek the Musical” Opens
“Shrek the Musical” Opens
The Renner, Home of Zane Trace Players is proud to present "Shrek the Musical." This Broadway musical based on the 2001 animated movie about a large ogre who learns to love himself and others. Show dates are March 15, 16, 22, 23 at 8pm and March 17 and 24 at 2:30pm. All performances are held... Read More
5 events,
Fiber Artisans Fair
Fiber Artisans Fair
The Fiber Artisans Fair is a relaxed, informal day that everyone in the family can enjoy. Looking for a new hobby? Have questions about weaving, knitting, quilting and more? Looking for that special item to add a charming touch to your home? Many artisans will offer items for sale during this event. This is the... Read More
Master’s Apprentice: Lucy Stanberry Fauley
Master’s Apprentice: Lucy Stanberry Fauley
Become an apprentice to masters like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Georgia O'Keeffe, or Mary Cassatt. Each month children in grades four through six will investigate the art, style, and technique used by a different master artist, then they will create their own masterpiece. For each class, participants will earn apprentice rewards to add to their... Read More
Under the Sea for You and Me Adventure
Under the Sea for You and Me Adventure
Set sail to the Zanesville Museum of Art and explore the wonders of the sea with the little ones in your life. Join us for our Under the Sea for You and Me Adventure for boys and girls of all ages. Have your faces painted, strike a pose together in the ocean floor photo booth,... Read More
4 events,
Auditions for ABC Players’ production of “The 39 Steps”
Auditions for ABC Players’ production of “The 39 Steps”
Open auditions for The 39 Steps, a murder-mystery-comedy based on the film by Alfred Hitchcock, will be on Saturday, March 16, and Sunday, March 17, 1 to 4 p.m., at Stuarts Opera House. More info at http://www.abcplayers.org/#auditions Performances dates: May 2, 3, 4 and 5.
Logan High School’s SHREK the Musical Continues
Logan High School’s SHREK the Musical Continues
Join us in the Kingdom of Duloc as Shrek and his faithful companion, Donkey, set off to rescue the princess Fiona. Based on the DreamWorks movie, and complete with fire-breathing dragon, a wooden boy, gingerbread man, and Lord Farquaad, this show is sure to please young and old alike! Tickets are $10 for adults and... Read More
Columbus Symphony Orchestra
Columbus Symphony Orchestra
The result of over a year of collaboration between Stuart’s Opera House and the Columbus Symphony, we are thrilled to announce a very special event, for the first time ever the Columbus Symphony will perform on the Stuart’s stage right here in Nelsonvile, Ohio! The Columbus Symphony intends to collaborate with Stuart’s Opera House to... Read More
2 events,
School of Art + Design Faculty Biennial Exhibition Continues
School of Art + Design Faculty Biennial Exhibition January 25–May 5 Kennedy Museum of Art View Full Schedule: https://calendar.ohio.edu/site/finearts/event/school-of-art--design-faculty-biennial-exhibition/
2 events,
Art on Tap: Social Creativity Hour
Art on Tap: Social Creativity Hour
Tap into your inner artist with the ZMA at Weasel Boy Brewing Company. Join local artist, Carrie Turner, the third Tuesday of the month for a unique art-making experience each night and enjoy an evening of fine craft beer, wine, great food, and creative company. This month, create a macramé plant hanger to give your indoor... Read More
3 events,
The Athens County Dixie Stompers at The Dairy Barn Arts Center
The Athens County Dixie Stompers at The Dairy Barn Arts Center
Join The Athens County Dixie Stompers at The Dairy Barn Arts Center! The Winter Music Series is a weekly evening of music, food and community. Free Admission Cash bar and food available Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
“Shrek the Musical” Continues
“Shrek the Musical” Continues
The Renner, Home of Zane Trace Players is proud to present "Shrek the Musical." This Broadway musical based on the 2001 animated movie about a large ogre who learns to love himself and others. Show dates are March 22, 23 at 8pm and March 24 at 2:30pm. All performances are held at the Renner, 148... Read More
2 events,
A Special Backstage Performance with Parker Millsap
A Special Backstage Performance with Parker Millsap
This solo and acoustic show will be a special backstage performance that is general admission! The audience will sit on the stage with the performer for an intimate concert experience right on the Stuart’s stage. The audience will enter through the breezeway on the Washington Street side of Stuart’s. At 25 years of age, Oklahoma... Read More
2 events,
Y Bridge Arts Festival Call to Artist Continues
Y Bridge Arts Festival Call to Artist Continues
The Y Bridge Arts Festival, which occurs the first weekend in August, in Zanesville, OH, is now accepting vendor applications. The Festival welcomes 2D and 3D artists and artisans from around the state. There are also live musical performances, children's activities and food vendor trucks at the festival. Visit www.ybridgeartsfestival.com for an application and to... Read More
2 events,
Jackson City Library Book Club
Jackson City Library Book Club
Anyone who likes to read and discuss books is welcome. March 25: Pigeon Pie Mystery by Julia Stuart April 22: Grant by Ron Chernow May 27: Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith June 24: Boys in the Boat by Daniel Jones July 22: Confederacy of Dunces by John O'Toole August 26: An Unquiet Mind... Read More
4 events,
Schuneman Symposium on Photojournalism and New Media
"The Big Story" brings together journalists who are covering the big stories in the news today: heroin, climate change, the border wall, California wildfires, the Mueller investigation, the Rohingya refugee crisis and the Dakota Access Pipeline. Presentations on heroin and the border wall will be presented by teams who won 2018 Pulitzer Prizes for their... Read More
The Ohio University B.F.A Graphic Design Five-Day Exhibition; Off the Grid
The Ohio University B.F.A Graphic Design Five-Day Exhibition; Off the Grid
The Ohio University B.F.A Graphic Design Exhibition in The Sauber Gallery, The Dairy Barn Arts Center Tuesday-Saturday. 12-5 p.m. Free Admission Opening Night, March 26th 5-8 p.m. Lecture 5-6 p.m.
“What We Left Behind” Exhibition Opens
“What We Left Behind” Exhibition Opens
The Chaddock-Morrow Gallery of The Dairy Barn Arts Center presents "What We Left Behind" works by Shanna Fliegel, Tara Daley, Jackie Brown, Bethany Krull & Brad Klem. Curated by Shanna Fliegel Admission is FREE The exhibition opens March 26th and closes April 20th. Open Tuesday-Saturday 12-5 p.m. (during the month of March) Open Monday-Saturday 12-5... Read More
3 events,
Woodshedding: Assemblages by Robert Peppers – Opening
Woodshedding: Assemblages by Robert Peppers – Opening
WOODSHEDDING: ASSEMBLAGES BY ROBERT PEPPERS “Woodshedding: Assemblages by Robert Peppers” will open on Friday, March 29th for Final Fridays on the Square. On display in the Stuart’s Opera House Grand Lobby until May 24th About Robert Peppers Robert E. Peppers is a Professor Emeritus of Painting + Drawing at Ohio University, born in 1949 in... Read More
Hocking College Student Artist Invitational: A Sensory Delight in Multimedia
Hocking College Student Artist Invitational: A Sensory Delight in Multimedia
A Sensory Delight in Multi Media! Mar. 29th, 2019, 6-9 pm: Opening Night for HC Artist Invitational. Multi-media pieces from the hardworking Art Students at Hocking College. Glass, Ceramics, Painting and Photography. Come see what this group of talented students are doing. (This show will run through April 21st.) This is a Nelsonville Final Friday Gallery Walk... Read More
2 events,
Girl Scout Day at the ZMA: Outdoor Art
Girl Scout Day at the ZMA: Outdoor Art
Create exciting art projects, enjoy the spring weather, and complete all the steps to earn your Daisy Outdoor Art Maker badge at the Zanesville Museum of Art. Saturday, March 30, 1–4 pm, at the ZMA. $9 per participant. All materials provided. Register on CORA through the Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland at https://gsusa.ebiz.uapps.net/VP/Default.aspx?pid=41 or call... Read More
2 events,
Y Bridge Arts Festival Call to Artist Last Day
Y Bridge Arts Festival Call to Artist Last Day
The Y Bridge Arts Festival, which occurs the first weekend in August, in Zanesville, OH, is now accepting vendor applications. The Festival welcomes 2D and 3D artists and artisans from around the state. There are also live musical performances, children's activities and food vendor trucks at the festival. Visit www.ybridgeartsfestival.com for an application and to... Read More
2 events,
School of Art + Design Faculty Biennial Exhibition Continues
School of Art + Design Faculty Biennial Exhibition January 25–May 5 Kennedy Museum of Art View Full Schedule: https://calendar.ohio.edu/site/finearts/event/school-of-art--design-faculty-biennial-exhibition/
2 events,
“What We Left Behind” Exhibition Continues
“What We Left Behind” Exhibition Continues
The Chaddock-Morrow Gallery of The Dairy Barn Arts Center presents "What We Left Behind" works by Shanna Fliegel, Tara Daley, Jackie Brown, Bethany Krull & Brad Klem. Curated by Shanna Fliegel Admission is FREE The exhibition opens March 26th and closes April 20th. Open Tuesday-Saturday 12-5 p.m. (during the month of March) Open Monday-Saturday 12-5... Read More
2 events,
The Ohio University Creative Writing Program presents Spring Literary Fest: April 3-5, 2019
The Ohio University Creative Writing Program presents Spring Literary Fest from April 3-5, 2019, which includes talks, craft lectures, readings, colloquiums, and workshops by the following acclaimed poets, novelists, essayists, fiction writers: Stephanie Powell Watts, Mark Doty, Claire Vaye Watkins, Laura Kasischke, Kiese Laymon. See the link below for more details: More information here
4 events,
Art Mystery Author Talk at Alden Library
Art Mystery Author Talk at Alden Library
Join us for an Authors@Alden conversation between mystery writer Nancy Tingley, and Ohio University's Dr. Marion Lee, associate professor of art history. They will discuss the writing and research involved in Tingley's art mysteries, which are set in Southeast Asia and published by Swallow Press, an imprint of Ohio University Press. Light refreshments will be... Read More
Meet the Author – O’Donnell’s Pub – Zanesville Community Theatre
Meet the Author – O’Donnell’s Pub – Zanesville Community Theatre
The Zanesville Community Theatre will premier the new play, O'Donnell's Pub, by Zanesville native Christopher Brooks, beginning Friday, April 5. Meet the author and cast of the play on Thursday, April 4 at Weasel Boy Brewing, 126 Muskingum Avenue, Zanesville, OH from 6-8 PM. For more information, visit www.zct.org.
6 events,
Dairy Barn Fest at The Dairy Barn Arts Center
Dairy Barn Fest at The Dairy Barn Arts Center
Over 40 artisans from the tri-state region take over The Dairy Barn Arts Center to provide an amazing, local shopping experience. Friday 3-8pm Saturday 10am- 5pm Cash bar. Holy Guacamole! Raffle!
Senior Art and Design Capstone Exhibition Opening Reception
Senior Art and Design Capstone Exhibition Opening Reception
Marietta College's Art Department closes out the 2018-19 exhibition season with the annual Senior Art and Design Capstone Exhibition. The culmination of senior students' four years at Marietta College as studio artists and graphic designers, “Questionable at best” will be displayed in the Atrium Gallery on the third floor of Hermann Fine Arts Center through... Read More
O’Donnell’s Pub – Zanesville Community Theatre
O’Donnell’s Pub – Zanesville Community Theatre
A world premiere, written by Zanesville native Christopher Brooks, O'Donnell's Pub is the story of an ambitious young woman, Molly, who has some obstacles to overcome on her way to achieving her dreams.Come see how Molly and her cast of Irish misfits navigate this challenge and what might be at the end of Molly’s rainbow.
8 events,
Guided Gallery Sketch Hour
Guided Gallery Sketch Hour
Be inspired by the ZMA’s extensive collections and special exhibitions, and enjoy creative company. Join a member of the ZMA education staff, the first Saturday of each month in one of the museum’s eighteen galleries and sketch directly from the artwork. This month's location: 2nd Floor, The Linn Auditorium Luminous | Encaustic Works by Barbara... Read More
Dairy Barn Fest at The Dairy Barn Arts Center
Dairy Barn Fest at The Dairy Barn Arts Center
Over 40 artisans from the tri-state region take over The Dairy Barn Arts Center to provide an amazing, local shopping experience. Friday 3-8pm Saturday 10am- 5pm Cash bar. Holy Guacamole! Raffle!
April Open House at ReUse on Union
April Open House at ReUse on Union
You are invited! Come on out to ReUse on Union's monthly Open House! Enjoy refreshments, meet our featured consignment artist, and help us kick off our Monthly Promotion. Saturday, April 6th, 1-3pm Our event is graciously being sponsored by The Village Bakery! ReUse on Union's upcycling artist of the month for April is Beth Ruff,... Read More