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 Practice of Questioning:
Do you need to hire a fundraiser? |
In this guest blog by Delphine Lai, contributor to NCCAkron's upcoming book, Artists on Creative Administration: A Workbook from the National Center for Choreography, she shares how fundraising has changed for artists, arts organizations and more. The Practice of Questioning: Do you need to hire a fundraiser? discusses how fundraising has evolved and revenue never comes easily for artists regardless of the artwork, tax distinction, and more.
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Patron spotlight! Annie McFadden currently works as Chief of Staff, Impact and Communications at United Way of Summit & Medina and is a member of the ArtsNow Board of Directors. Annie shared with us how the arts and culture sector has impacted her life and how it helped her see the world from a different perspective.
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Makeshift Theater is on the move. After an unexpected change, it became necessary to find a new temporary theater. Makeshift Theater will be presented by Ohio Shakespeare Festival at
Greystone Hall effective November 1, 2024. Senior Matinees, Therapeutic Theater, experimental and collaborative performances will be presented on stage on the sixth floor of Greystone Hall. Photo from makeshiftakron.org
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Photo from Rubber City Theatre |
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The Masque of Night Presented by Rubber City Theatre and New Place Players (NY)
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Sep. 20-29 • 2:30pm and 7:30pm • Sandefur Theatre, The University of Akron
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This one-hour cabaret-style performance of Romeo and Juliet, The Masque of Night, presented by the critically acclaimed New York-based New Place Players, weaves together Shakespeare’s text with live music, and a fresh take on the timeless tale of star-crossed lovers. |
Graphic from Starfall Creative Collective |
Sat., Sep. 21 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm • Summit Artspace, Akron
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Join Starfall Creative for Crafternoon! This monthly creative gathering is the perfect opportunity to bring your current art project, craft, or sketchbook and connect with fellow artists in a relaxed, social environment. |
Photo from the Akron Art Museum |
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Experimental Acrylic & Design Workshop with Susan Mencini |
Sep. 28-29 • 9:00am - 4:00pm • Cuyahoga Valley Art Center, Cuyahoga Falls
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This exciting workshop hosted by Susan Mencini is for beginners and experienced artists who want to learn new techniques and be inspired by innovative applications of acrylic paints. Participants will focus on design, format, and technique while using acrylic paint and various mixed media options. |
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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