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Painting the Modern Garden – Monet to Matisse (Exhibition on Screen)

For many great artists the garden has long been considered a desirable subject for the expression of colour, light and atmosphere. Claude Monet is perhaps the most well-known painter of gardens but other greats such as Van Gogh, Pissarro, Matisse and Sargent all viewed the garden as a meaningful focus for their talents. The work of these great artists, along with many others, feature in a major 2016 exhibition ‘Painting the Modern Garden’ from The Royal Academy, London.

This dazzling film takes a magical journey from the gallery to the gardens, to Giverny and Seebüll and other glorious grounds favoured by artists. Here we discover how early twentieth century artists designed and cultivated their own gardens to explore contemporary utopian ideas and motifs of colour and form. Monet said, “Apart from painting and gardening, I’m no good at anything”.

For lovers of art or lovers of gardens, this is an ideal film.

$12 – $15

Matt Butler – Reckless Son

A 60 minute solo show described as a 21st Century version of ‘On The Road’ meets ‘Folsom Prison Blues’ | Written & Performed by Matt Butler | Directed by Richard Hoehler. | Reckless Son, written and performed by singer songwriter Matt Butler, was inspired by his journey performing over 100 concerts in jails and prisons across the country.  Through a powerful combination of spoken word and song, Reckless Son humanizes the experience of the incarcerated by giving them voice and telling their stories...

The Wet Bandits

The Wet Bandits are the most unique and entertaining 90's cover band in Columbus. Rigidly adhering to a set containing only songs released in the 3652-day span from January 1, 1990 to December 31, 1999, The Wet Bandits will put together a show of pop, rock, hip-hop, and everything in-between that made the 90's the great decade of music that it was.

$15

Community Joy Film Series: “IF” (2024)

In "IF," a young girl begins to see the imaginary friends left behind as their real-life friends have grown up.

Screenings are free, but seat reservations are required (no-show seats will be released at 2 pm). Refreshments will be available for purchase. The series is presented in partnership with the Worthington Alliance of Black Families and Educators and the McConnell Arts Center, and sponsored by the Friends Foundation of Worthington Libraries.

Community Joy Film Series: “Inside Out 2”

In "Inside Out 2," Riley (from "Inside Out") tries to adapt to her teenage years and her old emotions try to adapt to the possibility of being replaced by new, more complex ones.

Screenings are free, but seat reservations are required (no-show seats will be released at 2 pm). Refreshments will be available for purchase. The series is presented in partnership with the Worthington Alliance of Black Families and Educators and the McConnell Arts Center, and sponsored by the Friends Foundation of Worthington Libraries.

A World Reimagined: The Work of Abolition 

This program promises to be an informative and thought-provoking evening with the founding members of the Returning Artists Guild, Kamisha Thomas and Aimee Wissman, along with artist Kirsta Niemie Benedetti and organizer Safear Ness, as they discuss the movement and work to create lasting alternatives to punishment and imprisonment. They will be joined remotely by speakers who are currently incarcerated to participate in this important discussion.

Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers (Exhibition on Screen)

200 years after its opening and a century after acquiring its first Van Gogh works, the National Gallery is hosting the UK’s biggest ever Van Gogh exhibition. Van Gogh is not only one of the most beloved artists of all time, but perhaps the most misunderstood.

This film is a chance to reexamine and better understand this iconic artist. Focusing on his unique creative process, Van Gogh: Poets & Lovers explores the artist’s years in the south of France, where he revolutionised his style. Van Gogh became consumed with a passion for storytelling in his art, turning the world around him into vibrant, idealised spaces and symbolic characters.

Poets and lovers filled his imagination; everything he did in the south of France served this new obsession. In part, this is what caused his notorious breakdown, but it didn’t hold back his creativity as he created masterpiece after masterpiece. Explore one of art history’s most pivotal periods in this once-in-a-century show. Made in close collaboration with the National Gallery.

$12 – $15

CubanOlé (Cultural Connections)

CubanOlé is a classical flamenco show created by Cuban-born artists Griset Damas-Roche and Orlay Alonso. The one-hour program unleashes the senses and allows the audience to be fully immersed in the rich tapestry of Andalusian tradition as CubanOlé presents an unforgettable evening of authentic Flamenco dancing and classical piano repertoire.

Flamenco, an art form born out of the cultural mélange of Gypsy, Arab, Jewish, and Christian heritages in Southern Spain, is a mesmerizing spectacle that seamlessly blends music and dance, culminating in an expressive and passionate display of human emotion.

The show features Griset Damas-Roche, as a dancer and a versatile expert on castanets, mantón, zapateado, and a variety of different rhythms, and styles. In addition, pianist Orlay Alonso, brings his classical training into the duo, infusing the performance with his love for Cuban music. Cuba's musical heritage is greatly infused with many Spanish traditions, so it is only natural that two Cuban artists would fuse their love for Spanish and Cuban traditions into one art form - CubanOlé.

Prepare to be swept away by the pulsating rhythms, the dramatic storytelling, and the raw power of Cuban Flamenco. This is more than a show: it’s an experience. It’s a journey. It’s Flamenco. It’s CubanOlé!

$10 – $30

2025 Judges Concert (Dhvani)

R. Suryaprakash – vocal |
Kamalakiran Vinjamuri – violin |
Vinod Seetharaman – mridangam |
Karthik Venkataraman – Kanjira |

$25 – $35

Arts Enchanted Evening 2025

Bring your heart, your brain, your courage, and your friends to celebrate the MAC in all its magical glory! Follow the Yellow Brick Road through our galleries and classrooms as they are transformed into Munchkinland, the land of Oz, the castle of the Wicked Witch, and more…
Our specially curated food and drinks from Steven’s Catering will put a spell on you …
Explore the wonders of the live and silent auctions and get in on the action of our popular Cork Pull.
The evening concludes with a stunning performance by Sydney McSweeney and a champagne toast.
Individual tickets are $175 and includes food, entertainment, and an open bar. 

Three Dancers present three distinct styles (Dhvani)

Dhvani is proud to present these exceptionally talented Bharatanatyam dancers from New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Each has trained in the United States and represents distinct styles of dance. They each have an engrossing story about how they arrives at this point in their dance careers.

Bhavya Kumaran – Bharatanatyam |
Sofia Salingaros – Bharatanatyam |
Tharini Shanmugarajah – Bharatanatyam |

Dawn of Impressionism: Paris, 1874 (Exhibition on Screen)

The Impressionists are the most popular group in art history – millions flock every year to marvel at their masterpieces. But, to begin with, they were scorned, penniless outsiders. 1874 was the year that changed everything; the first Impressionists, “hungry for independence”, broke the mould by holding their own exhibition outside official channels. Impressionism was born and the art world was changed forever.

What led to that first groundbreaking show 150 years ago? Who were the maverick personalities that wielded their brushes in such a radical and provocative way? The spectacular Musée d’Orsay exhibition brings fresh eyes to this extraordinary tale of passion and rebellion. The story is told not by historians and curators but in the words of those who witnessed the dawn of Impressionism: the artists, press and people of Paris, 1874.

$12 – $15
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