Underground Railroad Freedom Center - MEN OF CHANGE: POWER. TRIUMPH. TRUTH. profiles the revolutionary men—including Muhammad Ali, James Baldwin, Ta-Nehisi Coates, W.E.B Du Bois, and Kendrick Lamar—whose journeys have altered the history and culture of the country. The achievements of the men
At the Ludow Garage That unmistakable rasp, unshakable grasp on soul, and funky spirit ensured her status as a 21st century icon since her arrival with the triple-platinum How Life Is in 1999. Selling over 25 million total albums globally, winning a
At the Ensemble Theatre - Hailed as one of Broadway’s most original musicals and the winner of 5 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this is the groundbreaking story inspired by the best-selling graphic memoir. Alison’s father, Bruce, was an enigmatic, brilliant man
Vulcan's Forge Performing Arts Collaborative presents its day-long gala arts extravaganza showcasing the work of Cincinnati's challenged artists to the greater Cincinnati public.
At Playhouse in the Park - Hearts soar in the Tony Award-winning, Calypso-flavored musical, Once on This Island. Ti Moune, a peasant girl, rescues a wealthy boy, Daniel, from the other side of the island and falls in love with him. But
You loved her as Effie White in The Carnegie’s production of Dreamgirls, now, hear her reign over your ears, your hearts and your soul with the music that has captivated us for decades, is instantly recognizable, and known by one name….Aretha! Tia
At the Aronoff - Leon Bridges’ first strides as a soul inspired R&B artist prompted comparisons to legends like Sam Cooke and Otis Redding. With a sound that evokes classic R&B and soul, he quickly came into his own as a Top
Based on a true story, The African Company Presents Richard III carries a timeless message of negotiating racial consciousness in theatre that still resonates today. In 1820’s Manhattan, William Henry Brown, a free black American, organizes a production of Shakespeare’s Richard III
Whether seen on HBO’s Treme or at their legendary Tuesday night gig at The Maple Leaf, Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band is a true New Orleans institution.
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime, unforgettable Gladys Knight Cincinnati concert. The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Now is your chance to see her perform live for one night only!
Entanglement is a group that explores our surprisingly complex relationships to the commonplace. Through a mix of story telling, sketches, and performance art, we deconstruct the everyday things people take for granted. Alternating between the emotionally vulnerable, surreal, and cerebral, we show
In her first effort since 2013’s “Another Journey” – Knight’s 8th solo effort – this summer marked the release of “Where My Heart Belongs”, a new inspiration gospel album. Knight is a two-time Grammy winner in the gospel category, and “Where My
The 27th annual freshART auction and party will take place in the museum’s amphitheater at 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, with a live auction of “fresh” art created by dozens of artists working that weekend in Devou Park. There also will be
At the Ensemble Theatre - Meet Joe Marks, a graduating basketball star whose college scholarship is suddenly in jeopardy when his poorly-written, sexually explicit note to his girlfriend is confiscated during a final exam. Meet Miss Edwards, his jaded public high school
Explore the magic of light and get ready for BLINK at the Taft. Learn about light and transparency at the Art Cart and make a paper lantern for the parade. Wear white so you can become a lit-up work of art during
Memorial Hall - It all took off for Keb’ Mo’ in 1994 with the self-titled release under his newly coined Keb’ Mo’ moniker, and over the years, he has proven that he is a musical force that defies typical genre labels. Album after
KEB’ MO’ to perform an intimate, acoustic performance on 9/15, part of the Longworth-Anderson Series’ third season line-up of nationally recognized performers and bands at beautifully renovated, historic Memorial Hall.
Multi-platinum, award winning artists blink-182 and Lil Wayneannounced they’ll be hitting the road together for the first time ever on a co-headlining tour across North America this summer. Special guest Neck Deep will join on all dates. The massive 38-city outing will kick off June 27th in
Elementz is exited announce news of a series of public concerts and events presenting art and artists from Cincinnati’s own hip hop community. With the overall theme of “Thrive”, we hopes to inspire and captivate Cincinnati in a series of cultural events
Experience the empowering history of the brave women who made triumphant strides through sacrifice and determination. In 2020, we the celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage in the United States – the 100th anniversary of women winning the right to vote.
This sensory-friendly ‘house party’ will create inclusive dance floor, art experiences in secret downtown Hamilton space A secret location in Butler County will be transformed into an pop-up house party on Saturday, September 21 to celebrate local artists living with disabilities. SHIFT
We're making our way back to Cincinnati this fall! This large show will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items at this event! The show will also be catered with a concession stand by the venue. Admission is $3 to
Artists are thought leaders, uniquely positioned to elevate how we welcome the stranger, and ishFestival provides a creative environment in which to explore this topic. To Welcome the Stranger is a concept rooted in Jewish religious texts. In every articulation of the commandment, the Torah (Jewish
American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Ken Stringfellow gives an intimate concert. Best known for his work with The Posies, R.E.M., and the re-formed Big Star, Stringfellow is also an arranger and producer and has a discography of more than 200 albums. “The truth
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA's most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the 80s. It's five time 2009 Tony Award® nominee ROCK OF
Katie Parker and Guy Michael Davis (Future Retrieval), Lloyd Library & Museum’s inaugural artists-in-residence discuss their research into Lloyd collections, how that influenced their work in the studio and the creation of the Leaves of Plates exhibition.