FINE ARTS
The Cleveland Museum of Art presents Michelangelo: Mind of the Master which brings to the United States for the first time, a group of drawings by Michelangelo. These are courtesy of the remarkable collection of the Teylers Museum (Haarlem, The Netherlands), which was formed in the 18th century. This, in part from the collection of Queen Christina of Sweden (1626–1689). Additional drawings from the collections of the Cleveland Museum of Art and the J. Paul Getty Museum round out the display. Explore Michelangelo’s methods and major projects, as well as the fascinating history of the ownership after his death. September 22, 2019 to January 5, 2020.
Now through October 27, CAC will be showing A Cabinet of Anticipation: Saya Woolfalk. Born in Gifu City, Japan to a mixed race family marrying Asian and African American heritage, Saya Woolfalk lives, works, and performs the provocative concept of cultural hybridity. Her trans-national background informs colorful, multi-disciplinary work which explores the future of racial and cultural cross-pollination. Marrying totemic iconography with technicolor surrealism, science fiction and fantasy, Woolfalk imagines a fictional race of women able to alter their genetic make-up and merge with the natural world.
Get Into The Groove is the 80’s theme for Art After Dark at the Cincinnati Art Museum on Friday, September 27 from 5 -9 pm. Bust out your spandex, leg warmers and acid wash jeans! popular silent disco is back, and this time, we’re kicking it 80’s style. Enjoy food for purchase from Fusian and Busken Bakery, specialty cocktails and docent-led tours. Free admission.
CONCERTS
September 20-21: Richard Strauss’ Alpine Symphony leads us to the summit of experience and music from Cincinnati native Bryce Dessner will take you home. At the Summit: Strauss + Dessner at Music Hall presented by CSO.
September 21: Crash Test Dummies reunite for North American tour to celebrate the 25th anniversary of seminal album God Shuffled His Feet at Memorial Hall.
September 25: Grammy award-winning artist Patty Griffin, one of the most consequential singer-songwriters of her generation, will be performing with Scott Miller at 20th Century Theatre.
September 27: Taft Theatre presents Tommy Emmanuel, an Australian-American guitarist who is highly respected for his unique fingerstyle technique and energetic performances.
September 28 – 29: Join the celebration of Beethoven’s 250th birthday with the CSO and violin phenomenon Anne-Sophie Mutter as they play the composer’s beloved Violin Concerto at Music Hall.
October 2: Memorial Hall presents Lee Ann Womack who will perform songs from her new album The Lonely, The Lonesome & The Gone – a breathtaking unique hybrid of country, soul, gospel, and blues.
October 4-6: Marvel at the music in this incredible journey of America’s Wonders in 3D presented by Cincinnati Pops Orchestra at Music Hall.
October 15: Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Macy Gray brings her soulful R&B sound and funky spirit to Ludlow Garage.
October 18: The Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra and Vocal Arts Ensemble join forces to present three choral works by Vivaldi and Fauré that will showcase the acoustical splendor of the Christ Church Cathedral.
THEATER
September 13 – 29: Mariemont Players presents Is He Dead? a comedy adapted by David Ives.
September 19 – 22: Xavier University presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time at Gallagher Student Center Theatre.
September 26 – October 13: Incline Theater presents Rock of Ages, a five Tony Award-nominated musical homage to the 80’s.
October 11 – November 2: This Halloween season, murder, mayhem, and mutilation abound, as Cincinnati Shakespeare presents Titus Andronicus.
Oct 12 – 13 & 18-20: The Children’s Theatre presents the world-premier musical adaptation Casper, the Friendly Musical at Taft Theatre.