Connecting Arts, Culture and Community
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Photos (Left to Right): Akron Children's Museum, photo courtesy of Akron Children's Museum; Cultural Plan focus group in 2019 with Torchbearers, photo by Shane Wynn Photography; Hope Mural installation at Park East, photo by Ilenia Pezzaniti; Himalayan Arts Language & Cultural Academy, photo by Aimee Juarez |
The Creative Investment Program is now accepting applications! In collaboration with the Ian Patrick Schwarber Foundation, this grant is given to artists and creatives eager to pursue professional development opportunities, fostering growth, and enhancing their skills within the community. Application is open now until October 1st at 11:59 PM.
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Artist spotlight! Dominic Moore-Dunson, one of Dance Magazine’s 2023 “25 to Watch,” is an award-winning choreographer, a co-founder of the Akron Black Artist Guild, and more. Known for his community-centric approach, Dominic is a champion of community engagement in dance and entrepreneurship. He is also involved in The National Center for Choreography as a Creative Research Residency Artist and Creative Administration Research Fellow.
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Photo from Red Rose Panic |
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Red Rose Panic at
House Three Thirty
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Fri., Sep. 13 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm • House Three Thirty, Akron
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Headlining across the country since 2013, Akron's Hip-Hop band Red Rose Panic is bringing their high energy show to the Cabaret at House Three Thirty! This unforgettable music experience features genres such as Rock, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. |
Graphic from Akron Soul Train |
Sat., Sep. 14 • 11:00am - 4:00pm • Akron Soul Train
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Declutter and swap your unused art supplies at this studio clean-out pop-up event hosted by Akron Soul Train and Starfall Creative! Donate and trade various arts and craft materials while connecting with local artists. |
Photo from the Akron Art Museum |
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Exhibition Opening Party GLOW: Neon & Light |
Fri., Sep. 20 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm • Akron Art Museum
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Get ready to glow! The Akron Art Museum is hosting an opening party for its brand new exhibition GLOW: Neon and Light. This exhibition features spectacular and immersive works with glass, mirrors, light bulbs, and neon tubes that will light up the Karl and Bertl Arnstein Galleries. |
Do you have a project or update about the arts and culture sector that aligns with our 10 priorities from the Akron/Summit Cultural Plan? Fill out the quick form below to have your project or update featured on our website!
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Photos (Left to Right): Akron Children's Museum, photo courtesy of Akron Children's Museum; Cultural Plan focus group in 2019 with Torchbearers, photo courtesy of Shane Wynn Photography; Painter Dray Evans, photo courtesy of Aimee Juarez |
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