Arts & Culture

New TMA Exhibit—The Snake Charmer and the French Avant-Garde

Athena Cocoves

See one of Rousseau’s most infamous works, The Snake Charmer, at the Toledo Museum of Art during a brief loan from the Musée d’Orsay in Paris as part of the new exhibit, The Snake Charmer and the French Avant-Garde.

Painting the Town; Dylis Croman’s Dream Role in “Chicago”

Courtney Probert

Growing up in Dallas, Texas, the touring actress spent a lot of her time taking dance classes and the occasional voice lesson as a young girl. When she was 14, she met actress and dancer Ann Reinking at a summer program, who was the artistic director of. There, she was introduced to Fosse style and musical theater, which Croman recalls an eye-opening experience.

Author Wil Haygood Talks ‘Tigerland 1968-1969’

TCP Staff

Last year, Wil Haygood, best-selling author and prize-winning journalist, came to Toledo to discuss his article-turned-film-turned-book, The Butler: A Witness to History, based on the life of Thurgood Marshall. Now, Haygood returns to discuss his latest release, Tigerland 1968-1969: A City Divided, a Nation Torn Apart and a Magical Season of Healing.

The Magic Flute at Toledo Opera

TCP Staff

Kicking off Toledo Opera’s 2018-19 season and 60th anniversary, is The Magic Flute by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The German masterpiece, written in 1791, follows Prince Tamino and his sidekick, Papageno on a journey to save Pamina from the high priest, Sarastro. Through trials and song, the comedic story is told, portending a happy ending. $40-$90.

Luminous Nights at Toledo Zoo’s Historic Grounds

TCP Staff

Don’t wait until the Toledo Zoo’s annual holiday lights, enjoy the soft glow of over 500 animal and botanical-shaped Chinese lanterns during the second year of Luminous Nights.

20th Annual Vaseline Glass Collectors Convention

Athena Cocoves

See the glowing, yellow-green coloration of Art Deco vaseline glass objects displayed by members of the international Vaseline Glass Collectors, Inc. during their trip to Toledo for the club’s 20th annual convention.

Atomic Meet & Greet at Gathering Volumes

Athena Cocoves

In his latest book, Survival House, Mayo addresses the impact and legacy of “the collective mind of doom” through ten short stories. Meet the author and learn more about his fifth short story collection during a meet and greet at Gathering Volumes bookstore.

Actors Collaborative Toledo Presents ‘An Act of God’

TCP Staff

Actors Collaborative Toledo (ACT) presents An Act of God at the beginning of October. The hilarious staged reading entails the answers to all of mankind’s deepest questions, presented by God himself and his devoted angels. After so many millennia, humans finally gain answers, some maybe they didn’t want to hear.

Everything is Sculpture—Artists Ignite Change During SculptureX

Athena Cocoves

On September 28 and 29, artists and teachers, will gather at the University of Toledo Center for the Visual Arts to discuss how intention impacts artmaking during a two-day symposium hosted by Contemporary Art Toledo.

Get Your Bead On At Handmade Toledo

TCP Staff

Did you love making beaded necklaces as a kid? Learn techniques during the Beginning Bead Embroidery workshop at Handmade Toledo.

UT’s 21st Annual Banned Books Week Vigil

TCP Staff

The full day event will include a series of presentations, door prizes and banned book giveaways every half hour, and a talk at noon by Charlene Gilbert, Dean of UT’s College of Arts and Letters and Dr. Linda Smith.

Great Performances on the Fringe—The First Toledo Fringe Fest

Jeff McGinnis

On Saturday, September 29, the Collingwood Arts Center will host the first Toledo Fringe Fest, a celebration of diverse artistic displays not normally seen by area audiences.

Books on Tap: Toledo Lucas County Library Brings Literature Lovers Together

Jason Webber

Two of the greatest inventions in history— beer and literature— are coming together thanks to the Toledo Lucas County Library’s upcoming book group Books...

Sylvania Community Arts Commission Hosts The Party

Athena Cocoves

The artsy community of downtown Sylvania has exploded in recent years, now hosting monthly art walks, boasting two galleries, plus plenty of independent, creative...

Seven Local Artists Featured in Pulse + The Human Narrative

Athena Cocoves

The rhythm of our life is in sync with our heart beat. Check to see how your pulse compares to seven local artists— Angela...

Two Me by Mel Chin Installs at Toledo Museum of Art

Athena Cocoves

Whether at the courthouse or in public parks, the figures once chosen to be commemorated with bronze sculptures often feel out of date. Experience...

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