Arts
Multimedia, modern dance concert to be held at Wealthy Theatre
by (wealthytheatre)
Submitted 04-10-2014 under NONPROFITS
Presale tickets go on sale today for the original Dance in the Annex production of "TRIP THE LIGHT: KISS THE SKY." The event will take place May 10 at Wealthy Theatre. Presented by Founders Brewing Co., "TRIP THE LIGHT" is Grand...
DAAC members discuss art collective's future, importance to Grand Rapids
by (dansteenwyk)
Submitted 03-26-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Since being ousted from their location on South Division last July, the Division Avenue Arts Collective (DAAC) has been in a state of flux. Now after partnering with art nonprofit organization Fractured Atlas and Do-It-Together Grand...
Catalyst Radio: The DAAC starts new life, seeks new location
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 02-10-2014 under NEWS
Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW The beloved local arts organization The DAAC (Division Avenue Arts Collective) is reforming under the umbrella of a nonprofit, with renewed vigor, after...
More art, more shopping at Urban Lights event
by (erictank)
Submitted 12-10-2013 under NEWS
On December 14 from noon until 8 p.m. the Division Avenue corridor businesses will organize a shop hop just in time for the holiday season. If you've missed the Uptown Holiday Shop Hop, the UICA Artists' Holiday Market or the festivities at...
Catalyst Radio: Civic Theatre opens its 88th season with The Giver
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 10-11-2013 under NEWS
Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW In this edition of Catalyst Radio we feature Grand Rapids Civic Theatre, as it begins its 88th season of performances. This season leans heavily on...
Third Annual Chair Affair Auction Steps It Up, and Every Chair Has a Story to Tell
by (ArtsInMotionStudios)
Submitted 08-26-2013 under NONPROFITS
On November 9th, from seven to ten pm, in rooms 101 and 102 in the basement of the East Grand Rapids Public Library, Arts in Motion Studio West Michigan will host it's third annual Chair Affair auction event. Every year, this event raises...
Festival of the Arts to celebrate creativity, community
by (empichot)
Submitted 06-06-2013 under NEWS
The Festival of the Arts provides plenty of opportunities for gazing at local intriguing works of art while listening to local live music with locally made food in hand. This year some new and exciting things are put into the mix. The Circle Stage...
D/E/C showcases local creative entrepreneurs
by (Samantha Macy)
Submitted 04-01-2013 under NEWS
Design/Educate/Connect partners with the GRAM to showcase local entrepreneurs who bridge the gap between design and business. On March 22, the third annual D/E/C event featured seven business owners. One characteristic of D/E/C is the fact that the...
Bring your Ideas Worth Sharing to LINC this Saturday for the TEDxGR Pop Up event
by (LINC News Bureau)
Submitted 01-30-2013 under NEWS
Do you love talking about ideas worth spreading with people who love our community? Then bring your ideas and passion this Saturday for your chance to participate in a local version of the world renowned TED conference. The TEDxGR team will be...
Catalyst Radio: Youth Recording Arts Academy learns skills at Mackinaw Harvest Studios
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 01-04-2013 under NEWS
Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW In this episode of Catalyst Radio we learn about the Youth Recording Arts Academy, a collaboration between Mackinaw Harvest Music Studios and Community...