Designed to guide, encourage, support, and advocate for artists of all ages who wish to find their own voice through the creation of original works, the Emerging Artists Festival will showcase four new works. This Season in the Emerging Artists Festival SwitzerlandA new play by Veronique AutphenneWednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7:30 PM What Remains...
The Artistic Jazz Orchestra (AJO) returns to the Renaissance Theatre to pay tribute to the legendary Count Basie Orchestra. Led by Maestro Paul Martin, the AJO will deliver some of Count Basie’s most iconic works. Special guest artist Brian Michael Smith, a Rat Pack-style crooner, will perform Sinatra-Basie collaborations, while vocalist Kelly Knowlton will showcase...
Preacher Lawson was born in Portland, OR, but spent most of his adolescence in Memphis, TN. He moved 20 times before the age of 10, but if you asked him what city he's from he'd say Orlando, FL, because that's where he grew as a comedian. Lawson is best known for his appearance on season...
Experience the transformative power of music with Carnegie Hall’s Link Up program at the Renaissance Theatre in Mansfield, Ohio. In collaboration with the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra (MSO), this initiative invites local schools to participate in a special concert titled "The Orchestra Rocks". Students in grades 3–5 engage in an interactive musical journey, singing and playing...
Experience a unique collaboration as the Mansfield Symphony Orchestra presents Borodin's Symphony No. 2 in B minor and Elgar's Enigma Variations, op. 36, joined by members of the Mansfield Symphony Youth Orchestra. Directed by Octavio Más-Arocas, this special event not only fills the stage with music but also provides area high school musicians a rare...
The Renaissance Theatre will host the second Teddy Bear Concert of its 2024-25 season at the Ren’s Theatre 166. A part of the Mechanics Bank Education Series, this event provides a live concert experience for young audiences and their families. The performance features the story of Little Red Riding Hood, adapted by Michael Thomas in...
What's better than a fully staged musical? Fully staged scenes from lots and lots of musicals (and plays)! The RYOT Workshop Showcase will offer opportunities for young actors to work one on one and in small ensembles with director Lori Turner and other guest professionals to develop and grow vocal skills, hone their acting chops...
Conne: What A Wonderful WorldA intimate cabaret performance in the Ghostlight LoungeAlso featuring Alice Bond on keyboard and Santiago Mason on bass
Transitions and daily routines can be challenging for young learners. Why not bring creativity to your procedures and help students move through their day with more ease? Creative movement routines support self-awareness, mindful navigation of hallways and classrooms, peer relationships, and coping with stress and anxiety. In this valuable session, creative mover and curriculum specialist...