Q&A: New Creative Washtenaw director seeks to strengthen collaboration, data collection in arts community
We chatted with Creative Washtenaw Executive Director Chloe Crowther about her vision for her organization and Washtenaw County's arts scene.
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3 new public art installations in Ann Arbor and the stories behind them
We chatted with the artists behind three new Ann Arbor public art installations to learn about the background and creative process behind them.
Documentary on Pulitzer-winning political cartoonist set for Ann Arbor premiere and director Q&A
A new documentary traces the life and work of cartoonist Pat Oliphant, "with all his human frailties … and spectacular career," in director Bill Banowsky’s words.
Visual artists of Michigan music scene take spotlight in event organized by Ann Arbor photographer
Organizer Chuck Marshall describes his upcoming event as “a showcase for the visual artists in Michigan music,” including poster artists, concert photographers, album cover artists, and more.
Ann Arbor audiences can join Philharmonia Orchestra of London onstage via virtual reality
When the Philharmonia Orchestra of London visits Ann Arbor next week, it’ll not only offer audiences the chance to enjoy a performance by a renowned symphony orchestra, but also the chance to join that orchestra — at least virtually.
New early childhood center opens in Ann Arbor with Community Foundation support
The nonprofit Apple Playschools opened a new early childhood center in Ann Arbor on Aug. 25, financed by a $775,000 Impact Investment loan from the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation.
“Dry Summer”: Playwright says forthcoming production is “a love letter to Ann Arbor”
Theatre Nova will stage Ann Arbor native Robert Axelrod's play "Dry Summer" Oct. 10-Nov. 2. Learn more:
Renowned Ann Arbor ceramicists’ sculpture garden to open to the public for free special event
John and Susanne Stephenson's artistic legacy will be displayed in "The Complete Collection Unveiled," a free special event Oct. 10-11.
Ballet Chelsea celebrates 30th anniversary while grappling with financial challenges
As Ballet Chelsea marks its 30th anniversary, the school and performing company faces an ongoing decline in students and federal funding cuts.
WEMU at 60: How Ypsi’s public radio station became a Washtenaw County musical institution
Ypsi's WEMU-FM is a rarity: a community-oriented radio station that plays over 75 hours of jazz and blues a week. Here's how its format and sound came to be.
