'Benefest' to support local programs, showcase musical talents
By Anastasia Carter | Dec. 2This year marks the 10th annual Benefest.
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Vibrancy Theater’s 'Absentia' to amplify BIPOC stories
By Grace Koennecke | Nov. 16Vibrancy Theater is not just a theater company but a movement as well. The stories the group performs are ones centered around BIPOC stories and issues, fostering conversations about racial and social issues that they hope make audiences stop and think about their actions and lives as a whole.
Day in the life: Lost Flamingo Company’s ‘Rocky Horror’ cast, crew
By Riley Runnells | Nov. 4Lost Flamingo Company, or LFC, hosts a shadow cast performance of “Rocky Horror” at The Union, 18 W. Union St. every year.
OU School of Theater to perform Tennessee Williams’ ‘Summer and Smoke’
By Lauren Serge | Nov. 2Ohio University’s School of Theater is putting on a production of Summer and Smoke, a play which will also serve as OU’s first production to offer a sensory-friendly version of the performance for individuals with sensory processing-related disorders.
Q&A: Doug O’Connor talks music industry experience, previews visit to OU
By Anastasia Carter | Oct. 26Doug O’Connor will perform at Ohio University on Wednesday at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
'State of the Arts Exhibit' emphasizes important relationship between art teachers, students
By Lauren Serge | Oct. 25The “State of the Arts: Mentor + Mentee Exhibition,” which will run through Nov. 2, showcases art created by teachers and their students from Ohio high schools.
'Dixie the Praying Dog’ to visit Athens
By Kayla Bennett | Oct. 25“Dixie The Praying Dog” will be visiting Jackie O’s Brewpub, 24 W. Union St., from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 27, with her owner, Brian Calvert.
Lost Flamingo’s ‘Rocky Horror’ amazes audiences after year off due to COVID-19
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 24Every year, the group hosts a shadow-cast performance of Rocky Horror.
Athens International Film and Video Festival shines light on newcomers to short film
By Grace Koennecke | Oct. 18The festival features a packed schedule of different genres of short films ranging from animated to documentary-style.
Tantrum Theater to host first live performance since COVID-19 with ‘Men on Boats’
By Lauren Serge | Oct. 11Tantrum Theater is putting on Men on Boats, a uniquely historical show that relies heavily on gender diversity. The show will be Tantrum’s first return to live performances since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
Two OU professors explore ‘the space in between’ through 'LACUNA' art exhibit
By Isabel Nissley | Sep. 8Currently displayed at the Kennedy Museum of Art, LACUNA is on display until March 6, 2022. Admission is free.
OU theater productions adapt fall performances to COVID-19 health precautions
By Lauren Serge | Aug. 24Each of Ohio University’s affiliated performing arts groups have productions planned for the upcoming fall semester. With the coronavirus pandemic still a prominent issue, each of the programs aim to keep the shows afloat, while still remaining cautious of health concerns.
Athena Cinema reopens after longest closure in the theater’s history
By Isabel Nissley | Aug. 23The pandemic forced the Athena to close for approximately 16 months. In July, the theater reopened its doors and began showing movies in-person again.
Todd Snider to perform new album at Stuart’s Opera House
By Kayla Bennett | Aug. 23With a packed schedule, Stuart’s will be hosting a plethora of different artists and performances. Stuart’s is excited to be welcoming back Todd Snider on Thursday, Aug. 26.
Athens hosts many art opportunities for students, residents
By Kayla Bennett | May 27Athens is not only home to art students at Ohio University but also home to multiple art studios and outlets that host events throughout the academic year.
