December 2011

Making Waves: Contemporary Arts Center Feeds Cincinnati’s Creative Ecosystem

Posted by Rebecca Bromels on 12/02/11

CACAs one of the nation’s first museums focused on contemporary art, the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) connects artists, visitors, and residents to creative things happening all over Cincinnati.

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Making Waves: Elementz Gives Young People a Place to Connect and Create

Posted by Rebecca Bromels on 12/12/11

  Elementz dinnerThe mission of Elementz Hip Hop Youth Arts Center is to inspire and engage inner city youth through innovative hip hop arts programs, leadership development, and community building.  By providing a safe place and engaging programs for inner-city youth, Elementz empowers young people to find their voice and connect with their community.

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ART + Bikes = The BRIGHT Ride

Posted by Margy Waller on 12/18/11

In December 2011, Cincinnati bicycle riders created a visual spectacle of serendipitous art with the first ever BRIGHT Ride. We dressed up ourselves and our bikes in our holiday best.

 

We had lights (some provided by ArtsWave) and wreathes on bikes -- even a tiny lit-up tree on a rack. We saw lots of red clothing, fancy hats and helmets, and Bicycle Santa with his sleigh rode along.

 

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Making Waves: Cincinnati Ballet's New Nutcracker Means New Friends for Dancers and Parents

Posted by Rebecca Bromels on 12/19/11

New Nutcracker RehearsalThis year, Cincinnati Ballet debuts Frisch’s Presents The New Nutcracker, a fresh interpretation of the beloved holiday classic featuring new sets, costumes, designs, and new choreography by Artistic Director and CEO Victoria Morgan.

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