When things started shutting down, the Renaissance staff knew they had to get creative. They didn’t want to sacrifice the quality nor safety of entertainment, so they came up with…
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Okay, I’ll admit it: I love all of the classic Broadway shows we put on here at the Renaissance. They’re always fan favorites, thanks to their highly popularized soundtracks and…
Keep reading “In Appreciation of All Performing Arts”We’ve all felt it: a bundle of nerves, a stressful week, emotional baggage…the list goes on. Those who suffer from mental illnesses or sensory processing disorders can be even more…
Keep reading “Drama Therapy: How Theatre Can Heal”If you’re like me, you probably have fond memories of going to your local library to borrow books, CDs, and everything in between. I’ve always gone to the Lexington branch…
Keep reading “Hey, You! Where’s Your Library Card?”The month of June is pride month for the LGBTQ+ community. It’s a tradition that started with the Stonewall Riots in 1969 (which were led by black and brown trans…
Keep reading “Take Pride: 5 LGBTQ+ People Who’ve Influenced Musical Theatre”As the experts in the Performing Arts, our staff is sharing with you the music that is inspiring them right now. We hope one of these suggestions inspires you, too!
Keep reading “Staff Picks for the Albums to Listen to Now”The pandemic has taken a toll on arts organizations and performers around the world. Content has gone online, which is great to continue valuable missions, but not so great when most organizations…
Keep reading “10 Reasons to Support the Arts this Year”In our last blog, October 2019 was noted as an intense month for the Renaissance – tons of events and productions. One event… a monumental event…will never be forgotten – the demolition of…
Keep reading “Pictures Say A 1,000 Words: Demolition of the Rainbow Mortgage Building”October 2019 at the Renaissance was intense. We had the very popular Sweeney Todd, the Mayoral Debate, the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra’s “Family Pops,” and the Family Film: The Nightmare Before…
Keep reading “Pictures Say A 1,000 Words: The Last Five Years”The Mansfield Symphony Orchestra is a very important part of the Renaissance Performing Arts Association. Founded in 1930, the Mansfield Symphony is deeply rooted in our community. It was the merging…
Keep reading “Pictures Say A 1,000 Words: Bohemian Souls”