When is a gallery hop more than just a gallery hop? When you add writers, actors and musicians into the mix. Newport is celebrating its grand opening of WAAM on June 6 – a multimedia mix of local talent that gives a new creative buzz to the entertainment district.
Andrew VanSickle has opened the AVS Art gallery at 315 W Fourth Street with the goal of reviving the street as an arts district.
A gift of more than $500,000 will support education and training of operations support staff in Cincinnati’s performing arts community.
With the music world getting more fragmented and niche-oriented, fewer groups are capabale of selling out the big arenas. The mid-size venue is becoming where the action is. Enter the 4,100 National City Pavilion at Riverbend, which could energize the local concert scene filling a void in the market for a unique theater-amphitheater hybrid venue.
An exhibit showcasing the architecture and craftsmaship of nearly 20 historic homes of four well-known Cincinnati families opens at the Betts House Research Center on May 16.
Soapbox is proud to sponsor the Cincinnati Soapbox Derby “Build-A-Box” competition at the BMW store in Silverton on May 18. Assemble your car faster than the other competing teams and be the envy of all your co-workers as you return victoriously to the office with giant trophy held loftily above your head. Prizes will also be awarded based on how well the companies can trick out their respective “shells.” Judges from branding, graphic design and advertising agencies will determine winners in two categories: “Best Brand Impression” and “Most Artistic.” Corporate teams will be paired alongside a youth from the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati.A few openings are still available with cost for businesses wishing to enter the “Build-A-Box” event $1000 which provides everything you need to build your own green machine including a car kit, racing wheels, tools, a “Build-A-Box” t-shirt for each member of your team and the opportunity to work alongside a great kid from the Boys & Girls Club. For more information, please visit the Cincinnati Soap Box Derby for more information and to register.
The original designs of today's leading contemporary architects are on display at the Contemporary Arts Center, all leading up to an auction by Christie's on May 10.
Those attracted to the urban authenticity of Cincinnati – the unique businesses and traditions that helped define and make it unique – are hoping to revive interest in King Records, a post-World War II company whose early rhythm-and-blues and country recordings were precursors of rock ‘n’ roll and its attendant pop culture.
The University of Cincinnati's 10-day Worldfest celebration continues this week with speakers, activities, films and food from around the globe.
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