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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

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 |

2025 Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition – Regional Show of Region 1

The Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition, now in its fifty-fifth year, is dedicated to the educational and artistic advancement of our talented young people in the state of Ohio. The exhibition is open to all of Ohio’s 1,112 high schools, both public and private, chartered by the State of Ohio Department of Education. Our purpose is to provide all budding young artists of the state with opportunities to advance their talent, whether that be through scholarships or simply experiencing the process of entering their work in a competition. The exhibition is a valuable incentive for our young people; it encourages an appreciation for the arts throughout Ohio and reflects the fine quality of art instruction and talent which exist in our state.

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

Sing – Sensory Friendly Screening (MAC Family Series)

The MAC’s sensory-friendly screening of Sing provides a welcoming, supportive, judgment-free environment for theatre-goers with autism, sensory processing challenges, and other social, learning, or cognitive disabilities. Modifications for this screening include relaxed house rules, reduced volume and lighting levels, extra space for movement, and a designated quiet room.

Holy Frit

Tim Carey and Justin Monroe were next door neighbors back in 2014. Over beers one night, Tim asks Justin (a filmmaker) if he would do him a “small favor” … would he make a short promo video for Judson Studios, a family-owned stained-glass company where Tim was the lead artist.. Tim believed Judson needed something special to help them stand out among the 60 companies they were bidding against for a monumental project in Kansas City. This was a once in a lifetime opportunity for any artist who won the job. Not only was the project to make a gigantic window for the biggest mainline church in America – the United Methodist Church of The Resurrection - it was led by Adam Hamilton, a hugely influential pastor and author who spoke at President Obama’s 2nd Inauguration. But even with all this potential “bigness” and glory ahead of Tim if they landed the project, little did he or Justin know just how much a “small favor” would change both of their lives forever.

In this visceral, three-year race against time, Tim, a talented, yet unknown LA artist bluffs his way into winning the commission to create the world’s largest stained-glass window of its kind. The problem is, Tim doesn’t know how to make it. After a desperate search, he finds someone who might have the answer… a world-famous glass maestro named Narcissus Quagliata. As the fates of three communities hang in the balance, Narcissus arrives like a storm, and changes everything.

$12 – $15

Compton & Newberry with The Ramblin’ Bluegrass Ensemble

Mike Compton and Joe Newberry, masters of old-time mandolin and banjo/guitar, dig deep into early country music and blues. Their duet-singing, two-man string band ranges between traditional songs, instrumentals, ‘mother’ ballads and original tunes. It’s not about the number of notes with Compton and Newberry, but telling the truth and respecting the song...

$10 – $25

Hassan Qureshi – In Contrast

Hassan Qureshi is a Columbus based artist with experience in painting, drawing and Arabic calligraphy. He believes all artists are storytellers, and his form of storytelling is through painting. Although his subject matter varies, he is currently exploring hyper-realism in wildlife and endangered species.

Hassan has exhibited his work in multiple galleries throughout the states and has held solo exhibitions as well. Most recently, he’s completed two large scale murals in Columbus that incorporate wildlife and abstraction.

As an artist, Hassan believes in the capacity to challenge oneself to think differently and therebyfinding new perspectives. To be innovative, one must constantly be willing to push their limits, as that is what he is currently trying to do with his hyper-realistic work. His goal is to inspire his audience into falling in love with the natural world and the animals that live in it.

Emily Morgan – Flourishing

Emily Morgan (a.k.a. Lovely But Dead) is a collage artist based in Columbus, Ohio where she finds endless inspiration in the vibrant and diverse artistic community. WIth a deep love for detail and composition, she specializes in creating captivating images that evoke both curiosity and emotion. Her thought-provoking works captivate the senses, as viewers immerse themselves in the harmonious dance between the organic and abstract. As the founder of the Columbus Collage Collective, Emily finds joy in sharing her creative process with others and is dedicated to fostering a sense of community through art.

Kathy McGhee – Printed Landscapes

Kathy L. McGhee works at the Columbus College of Art & Design.  There she a professor in fine arts, and Area Coordinator of Printmaking.  She teaches introductory, intermediate and advanced printmaking. McGhee, who has shown her work both nationally and internationally, is a practicing printmaker who has had her work published in Printmakers Today. McGhee received the Greater Columbus Arts Council’s International Residency Award in 2005 and traveled to Germany. In 2010, she was a participant in the Xi’an International Printmaking Workshop held at Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts in China, and in 2012, she received an international residency through the Ohio Arts Council.  In 2019, she was an artist in residence at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee and also at the Badlands National Park, South Dakota.

She has a BS in plant biology, Ohio State University, 1997; BFA in drawing and painting, Ohio State University, 1997;  MFA in printmaking, Ohio State University, 2000.

FLIPPO – A Tribute to Joni Mitchell

FLIPPO presents a tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell and others for a special evening performance. FLIPPO's love and appreciation of Joni's music come out in their dynamic and inspired versions of her songs.

FLIPPO is a Columbus jazz group in the spirit of sonic colors and innovation born of the “funk” and “jazz/rock fusion” movements of the 1970’s and beyond.

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