“We have, because we give. A lot of people talk about giving back, but I just don’t think that’s the right order of things.” Read on to hear how Messer Construction, a company with a storied history in Cincinnati, is investing in our communities.
While the new administrators were busy attending to the needs of SCPA faculty, staff and students, executive director Nick Nissley realized “the real crisis was that we had lost the trust and confidence of our investors, of the donor community.” The public couldn’t discern the difference between the Friends of SCPA fundraising organization and the school itself, he said.
The Pendleton Art Center has been home to hundreds of artists for 25 years. Contributor Bucky Ignatius outlines the history and evolution of this Over-the-Rhine destination.
After 14 years with Cincinnati Ballet, Grubbs – a senior soloist – is retiring. His longtime onstage partner, principal dancer Sarah Hairston, is retiring as well. On Aug. 1, Hairston and Grubbs stepped into new roles as the dean and principal, respectively, of Cincinnati Ballet’s academy.
In a way, the transformation of the CAC echoes that of Platow herself. Walk past the center, and it appears much as it did when it opened in 2003. Look at Platow, and she appears much the same as when she was hired in July 2007. It’s on the inside that each has changed, again and again.
Theater is exploding with life in Cincinnati, with record crowds and exciting new venues on the horizon. And the dance season is leaping into the future with a new work by an established local master. Contributor David Lyman shares his thoughts on who and what to watch onstage between now and Thanksgiving.
While the FotoFocus 2016 Biennial in October will dominate the fall scene, contributions to the rich tapestry of our visual arts landscape continue to emerge from fresh sources. Maria Seda-Reeder shares her thoughts on the artistic movers and makers to watch this autumn season.
Rob Richardson Jr. is chair of the University of Cincinnati’s board of trustees. What’s behind the ascent of this former academic “underachiever” to the summit of power at UC?
SUMMERMUSIK 2016: The Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra is auditioning candidates for the position of music director during its second annual Summermusik festival. Check out our exclusive Q&A: Meet the candidates, compare their platforms, participate in the process!
Volunteers must feel a sense of accomplishment if they are to come back again and again, or even increase their commitment. Sara Celi interviews volunteer coordinators from several organizations for their perspective on keeping volunteers happy and loyal.
