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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
Quilt National ’21: The Best in Contemporary Quilts
The Dairy Barn Arts Center is proud to present the 22nd juried biennial Quilt National exhibition features 84 new quilts by artists living in 14 countries! See the newest trends, techniques and artistry in the medium of layered and stitched materials. Online reservations required at dairybarn.org. Tuesday - Sunday, 11am-5pm. Open Memorial Day and Labor... Read More
Pushing the Surface
The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum’s exhibition of contemporary art quilts, Pushing the Surface, will be open to the public on May 29th. The exhibition is a dance of color, beauty, ingenuity, and story that showcases pieces made by 22 artists with national and international recognition. Surfaces may be pieced and patched as one finds in a traditional... Read More
5 events,
The Photography of Brian Blauser: A Career Retrospective
Dual exhibit with Southeast Ohio History Center. The Library's half of the exhibition visitors can view the legacy of Brian Blauser's over half century of concert photography of regional musicians and stars of Mountain Stage. The other half of this exhibition is on display at the Southeast Ohio History Center, which will open one day earlier on... Read More
Storytime for Adults: Sherlock Holmes
Storytime for Adults: Sherlock Holmes
Please enjoy this bracing Victorian tale of mystery, adventure and detection, as read and characterized by librarian Todd. A short discussion will follow the live reading.
6 events,
Closing Receptions for “Quilt National ’21” and “Reality is known by its traces” by Kelsey T. Dillow
Closing Receptions for “Quilt National ’21” and “Reality is known by its traces” by Kelsey T. Dillow
Join us in celebrating Quilt National '21: The Best in Contemporary Quilts and exhibit, Reality is known by its traces by Kelsey T. Dillow at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. The closing reception for the exhibitions will be held on Friday, September 3, 5:00-7:00pm. Masks required. Event image credit: Athens County Convention and Visitors... Read More
First Friday Art Walk
First Friday Art Walk
During the first Friday of each month, our community celebrates our rich roots in local art, food and music. There's a little something for everyone at this monthly gathering that spans our entire downtown Zanesville neighborhood and across the Muskingum River to historic Putnam. Join us for a stroll through local art galleries housed in... Read More
3 events,
Shakespeare by the River presents Macbeth
Shakespeare by the River presents Macbeth
Shakespeare by the River presents MACBETH, Shakespeare's classic story of horror and evil, set against the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Performances are free and begin at 8:00 PM on September 9th, 10th, and 12th at the East Muskingum Park gazebo in Marietta. Photo: Shakespeare by the River performing TWELFTH NIGHT in 2018
4 events,
Shakespeare by the River presents Macbeth
Shakespeare by the River presents Macbeth
Shakespeare by the River presents MACBETH, Shakespeare's classic story of horror and evil, set against the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Performances are free and begin at 8:00 PM on September 9th, 10th, and 12th at the East Muskingum Park gazebo. Photo: Shakespeare by the River performing TWELFTH NIGHT in 2018
Deadline – a new play
Deadline – a new play
By author Christopher Scott Brooks, Deadline follows the story of the final, eventful day of a small town newspaper. It explores contemporary topics and the importance of journalism in modern everyday life.
6 events,
APPALACHIAN OHIO ANTIQUE POWER CLUB 2021 FALL GATHERING
APPALACHIAN OHIO ANTIQUE POWER CLUB 2021 FALL GATHERING SEPTEMBER 11` & 12, 2021 Harrison Coal & Reclamation Historical Park grounds 43672 Stumptown Rd New Athens, Ohio (Ohio 519 between U.S. 22 and New Athens, Ohio) A gathering of agriculture, construction, Industrial, mining, military, logging, oil & gas, steam, and transportation history enthusiasts and machinery owners.... Read More
18th Annual Old Construction & Mining Equipment Show
18th Annual Old Construction & Mining Equipment Show September 11 & 12, 2021 New Athens, Ohio. $3.00 Harrison Coal & Reclamation Historical Park grounds 43672 Stumptown Rd New Athens, Ohio (Ohio 519 between U.S. 22 and New Athens, Ohio) Show includes operating & static displays of construction equipment, mining equipment, crawlers, trucks, models, history displays,... Read More
Logan High School presents Bystander 9/11
Logan High School presents Bystander 9/11
Logan High School presents Bystander 9/11, a docudrama by Meron Langsner. Saturday, September 11, 2021, 7:00pm at the Logan High School Theatre. Join us as we honor our community’s first responders, and remember those who were lost in the tragedy of September 11, 2001. On this 20th anniversary, LHS students will present a a documentary... Read More
Deadline – a new play
Deadline – a new play
By author Christopher Scott Brooks, Deadline follows the story of the final, eventful day of a small town newspaper. It explores contemporary topics and the importance of journalism in modern everyday life.
6 events,
Deadline – a new play
Deadline – a new play
By author Christopher Scott Brooks, Deadline follows the story of the final, eventful day of a small town newspaper. It explores contemporary topics and the importance of journalism in modern everyday life.
Shakespeare by the River presents Macbeth
Shakespeare by the River presents Macbeth
Shakespeare by the River presents MACBETH, Shakespeare's classic story of horror and evil, set against the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Performances are free and begin at 8:00 PM on September 9th, 10th, and 12th at the East Muskingum Park gazebo. Photo: Shakespeare by the River performing TWELFTH NIGHT in 2018
3 events,
Deadline – a new play
Deadline – a new play
By author Christopher Scott Brooks, Deadline follows the story of the final, eventful day of a small town newspaper. It explores contemporary topics and the importance of journalism in modern everyday life.
3 events,
My Approach to Appalachian Earthworks
An Art Exhibit Hosted by the Multicultural Center Art Gallery at Ohio University Featuring: Zachary Dean Jones Solo Exhibit Quote from Noah Becker/Whitehot Magazine "Zachary has an Authentic Anselm Kiefer Vib!"
5 events,
Capture the Light
The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum wants to showcase regional photographers in our upcoming photography show in October 2021. This is an open call. Submissions can range from the most traditional to the most conceptual or experimental. The only criteria for entry is that artists must be at least 18 years old and must reside, work, go to... Read More
Zero, a Door: A reading with Athens Poet Laureate Wendy McVicker
Zero, a Door: A reading with Athens Poet Laureate Wendy McVicker
Please come and join Athens Poet Laureate, Wendy McVicker, as she shares from her NEW collection, “Zero, a Door” on September 25th. This FREE event will be hosted in the Grand Lobby of Stuart’s Opera House! Light snacks provided and the bar will be open! Come and have a wonderful evening in storytelling and poetry!... Read More
4 events,
Beautiful Reality – Photographs by Athens Youth
APP proudly presents photographs by 31 young artists in Athens County. These artists were able to share the joy and tumult of this time in their lives, to find unique visions of the world around them, and to reflect on who they are and what they find important. Please join us for the opening reception... Read More