Finally. It has taken two years, but in July we will get to see and hear Cincinnati Opera’s world premiere production of “Fierce,” with a score by William Menefield and libretto by Sheila Williams.
A ‘Fierce’ new opera inspired by teenage girls
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Culture FIX: May 11-17
The seasons they are a-changin’ this week, with some ending and some ramping up. There are fun fundraisers you might enjoy, plus outdoor art, cocktails- and flowers-as-art, and even movies-while-afloat. Just try to keep up…
Mellon $1.3 million gift to fund Black-focused operas, CCM program
A new $1.3 million grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation will continue to fuel Cincinnati Opera’s focus on Black culture.
Legacy Foundations of Louis and Louise Nippert: Outstanding Foundation
“We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our grandchildren.” This guiding principle – and mantras like “What would the Nipperts do?” – have helped focus the philanthropy of the Legacy Foundations of Louis and Louise Nippert. Their strategic investments made these foundations an exceptional fit for the 2021 Outstanding Foundation Award from Cincinnati’s chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
Cincinnati Opera extends contract of artistic director Evans Mirageas
Cincinnati Opera announced a five-year contract extension for Evans Mirageas, the company’s Harry T. Wilks Artistic Director.
Cincinnati Opera returns to Music Hall, SCPA for 2022 Summer Festival
After two seasons away, Cincinnati Opera has announced plans to return to Music Hall and the School for Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) next June and July for its 2022 Summer Festival.
Arts groups to require masks, vaccination or COVID tests for audiences this fall
Cincinnati’s major performing arts organizations and venues have banded together to craft a coordinated policy regarding COVID-19.
Culture FIX: July 28-Aug. 3
Hot fun in the summertime continues this week, with a slew of al fresco happenings and a fine forecast on the horizon.
Ohio Arts Council grants record $18.4 million to Ohio artists
A total of 746 grants received approval at the July 21 meeting. Among the 117 grant recipients in Southwest Ohio were artists and arts organizations in Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, Lawrence, Ross, Scioto and Warren Counties.
Culture FIX: July 21-27
Through the ides of summer we glide, and into the great sun-filled in-between. Hold on to this magic time as best you can. Reality is sneaking a peek over the horizon. (Don’t look!) Grab some memorable experiences in the week ahead.