Arts & Culture

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at the courthouse or in public parks, the figures once chosen to be commemorated with bronze sculptures often feel out of date.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

Audition for The Rep’s “A Christmas Carol”

Courtney Probert

Now that summer is winding down, are you starting to think about Christmas? Well, if you want to star in Toledo Rep’s A Christmas...

The Toledo Rep Performs Fun Home

Courtney Probert

Based on Alison Bechdel’s graphic novel, The Toledo Rep brings the pages to life with their rendition of Fun Home. Things get personal, as...

An Intimate Evening with Sally Field

Courtney Probert

The Library welcomes Sally Field to this month’s Authors! program, presented by the Library Legacy Foundation. Field is an Academy award and Emmy award-winning...

Art Book Club Talks Family Matters

Courtney Probert

In A.J. Jacobs’ book It’s All Relative: Adventures Up and Down the World’s Family Tree, the understanding of what family means is explored in...

Monroe Comic-Con Honors Pop Culture

Courtney Probert

Pop culture fans unite! Throw on your best cosplay costume, bring along your favorite comics, and head to the 6th Annual Monroe Comic-Con. Meet...

Call to Action: The Design of Protest

Erin Marsh

This year’s annual AIGA poster show, at Handmade Toledo, has a different twist— all submissions are designs of protest. The right to protest is a fundamental American privilege, and how and what we choose to protest reflects our society and our values. Call to Action: The Design of Protest celebrates artists’ voices while honoring freedom of expression.

The “Ragtime” Melting Pot

Jeff McGinnis

If it’s possible for a stage show to be timeless and incredibly timely all at once, that show might be Ragtime. Originally staged on Broadway in 1998, the musical weaves together multiple narratives to tell interlocking stories of the American experience in the early 20th century.

Parental Advice Takes the Stage

Jeff McGinnis

It’s already a stressful day for Olivia and Gabe. They’ve just moved across the country to a new apartment in Chicago— the first time they’ve lived together. They’re struggling to get everything unloaded into their new place. And then, suddenly, the parents show up.

Through the Looking Glass: Reminders of “The Glass City”

Erin Holden

Consider glass skyscrapers, mass-manufactured glass bottles, and space suits. These things have something in common: they are all innovations made possible by Toledo glass companies.

Buskers Take Over Levis Commons

Courtney Probert

Local performers fill the sidewalks of Levis Commons at Buskers on the Boulevard, as every Sunday during September, street performers will showcase their raw...

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