Washtenaw Arts

This series focuses on arts and culture in Washtenaw County. It is made possible by the Ann Arbor Art Center, Destination Ann Arbor, Larry and Lucie Nisson, the University of Michigan Arts Initiative, and the University Musical Society.

Forge Theater Collaborative Community and Studio Space.

New collaborative theater space in Ann Arbor offers cabaret-style stage for rent

Forge Theater Collaborative Community and Studio Space offers a small-stage, cabaret-style theater open for community members producing their own works.

Cartoons of U.S. presidents by Pat Oliphant.
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.

The Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra rehearses.
National Endowment for the Arts cuts have big repercussions for Washtenaw County arts

Washtenaw County arts institutions are responding to widespread NEA grant cuts and rescissions this year after President Donald Trump proposed eliminating the agency.

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.

Audiences enjoy a virtual reality performance by the Philharmonia Orchestra of London.
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.

A promotional image for Dead Media Day at the Ann Arbor District Library.
“Dead Media,” from arcade games to typewriters, to take spotlight in Ann Arbor library event

Attendees at Dead Media Day can explore vintage TVs, VHS tapes, audio cassettes, film, cameras, video games, and more.

The interior of the new CLUSTER Museum in Ann Arbor.
New nonprofit arts exhibition space to open in downtown Ann Arbor

CLUSTER Museum, a new exhibition space for contemporary literary and visual arts, will open Oct. 3 at 307 N. Main St. in Ann Arbor.

"Dry Summer" actor Brian Cox; director Brittany Connors; and actors Laura Mandernack, Sarah Burcon, and Nick Smathers.
“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:

The John and Susanne Stephenson Ceramic Sculpture Garden.
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.

Larry Nisson's backyard garden in Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor glass artist to host sale benefiting public art

Ann Arbor glass artist and philanthropist Larry Nisson will host an art show and sale in his backyard garden on Sept. 21, with all proceeds benefiting the Ann Arbor Art Center's Art in Public program.

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