Video: Black Reign creates community
Black Reign Step Team is made up of about 30 members and typically practices four times a week. Read more »
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Black Panther Party member, black feminists to speak at ArtRage Gallery
ArtRage Gallery will host “From Panther 21 to 21st Century Revolutions,” on Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. The event features guest speakers Sekou Odinga, déqui kioni-sadiki and Matt Meyer. Read more »
11-year-old artist, activist to be honored with downtown mural
Amiah Crisler, an 11-year-old at the Edward Smith K-8 School in Syracuse, was a featured speaker at the 2019 Women’s March Syracuse and a recipient of Syracuse University’s Unsung Hero Award. Known for her creative talents, Crisler will have her artwork recognized with a mural downtown later this year. Read more »
Transmedia Photography Annual honors VPA students at Light Work exhibit
Ten students in Syracuse University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts have their photography on display at the Transmedia Photography Annual exhibition, now being showcased at Light Work through March 1. Read more »
The Vagina Monologues to promote empowerment, love this weekend
Students Advocating Sexual Safety and Empowerment will host its annual performance of The Vagina Monologues in Hendricks Chapel this weekend. Read more »
Quilters, knitters gather at Hendricks Chapel to give back to Syracuse community
Hendricks Chapel Quilters and Crochet, Knit & Conversation are two campus organizations that offer its members an opportunity to decompress, learn new hobbies and give back to the greater Syracuse University community. Read more »
Netflix’s ‘Velvet Buzzsaw’ is a lackluster example of poor satire
Netflix’s new film “Velvet Buzzsaw” is a piece of abstract art gone wrong and an example of how not to make a satire piece. Read more »
People’s Place celebrates grand reopening with live music, free samples
People’s Place, a not-for-profit student-run coffee shop located in the basement of Hendricks Chapel, celebrated its revamped kitchen space and menu with a grand reopening celebration Friday afternoon. The cafe, noted for its eclectic art designs and menu names, has been operating at Syracuse University since 1971. Read more »
2 friends open Syracuse dance studio, promote body confidence
MOVE@SPARK, a new dance studio at the Spark Contemporary Art Space, offers a variety of classes. Read more »
ArtRage exhibit features 20-year photography project
ArtRage Gallery opened its newest exhibit this past weekend. Syracuse photographer Michael Greenlar’s work is part of ArtRage’s mission to advocate for social justice. Read more »
SU students’ winning entries to be featured in Creative Quarterly
The work of four Syracuse University communications design students will be featured in the Winter 2019 issue of Creative Quarterly. Jackie Akerley, Sami Albert, Alison Emmel and Liz Tosi all had winning entries. Read more »
Video: Yoga with heART
Yoga with heART is a yoga class in the Everson Museum of Art run by instructor Dara Harper. The class meets every Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m Read more »
Local art exhibition aims to raise awareness of Rust Belt gun violence
This is the final week to see the Community Folk Art Center’s exhibit “in the clearing.” The art installation takes a look at the effect of gun violence on residents living in Rust Belt cities. Read more »
Nature photographer captures images of wildlife for Baltimore Woods exhibit
The Baltimore Woods Nature Center showcases the work of wildlife photographer Jack Kurz in an exhibit titled “Uncommon Views.” The exhibit includes photos of various birds and butterflies captured in the central New York area. Read more »
Winter Fun
Arts, food, entertainment and outdoor activities to keep you busy during winter break in upstate New York. Read more »
Christmas Craft & Holiday Market hosts yearly gift-giving show
Syracuse’s Christmas Craft & Holiday Market will run in the NYS Fair Horticulture Building from Friday, Dec. 7 through Sunday, Dec. 9, featuring more than 100 participating vendors. Read more »
Manlius Art Cinema to celebrate 100th birthday with 10-cent screenings
The oldest theater in Onondaga County, the Manlius Art Cinema, will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a birthday celebration this weekend. Read more »
Syracuse Improv Collective to perform at CNY Jazz Arts Center, showcasing program success
The Syracuse Improv Collective, a local troupe specializing in improv comedy, will host their next show at the CNY Jazz Central on Saturday, Dec. 8. Read more »
Artist, advocate Robert Shetterly to speak for University Lecture Series
Acclaimed artist Robert Shetterly will speak in Crouse College on Thursday evening as part of Syracuse University’s fall 2018 University Lecture Series. Shetterly’s series of portraits, “Americans Who Tell the Truth” will be on display at SU. Read more »
In 36 years at Light Work, director Jeffrey Hoone is dedicated to supporting emerging artists
During Jeffrey Hoone’s tenure as Light Work director, he has led the gallery to warrant international acclaim and helped launch the careers of famed photographers. Read more »
Redhouse Arts Center names Broadway vet as new artistic director
Tony Award-nominated actor, director and writer Hunter Foster will be the theater’s new artistic director. Read more »
SU professor Sharif Bey to showcase artwork at national museum
Syracuse University professor Sharif Bey will be honored at the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery for his fine artwork. Read more »
3 local photographers awarded annual Light Work grant to further projects
The grant, which has been awarded to more than 100 artists since its inception, was established to support local artists. This year, three photographers have been honored: Jerry Lim, Michelle Gabel and Nydia Blas. Read more »
OPEN CALL: How the theater scene in Syracuse is becoming more accessible
Disability rights advocates push for increased arts accessibility in Syracuse, praising Syracuse Stage for setting the standard. Read more »
