Horizon Youth Theatre presenting ‘War of the Worlds,” Nov. 22 & 23
Horizon Youth Theatre is presenting a reader’s theater performance of Orson Welles’ infamous radio broadcast “The War of the Worlds” based on the novel by H.G. Wells, directed by BGHS sophomore Xander Sands. The show opens tonight, Friday, Nov. 22, at 7 p.m. and continues Saturday at 7 p.m. at the historic Grand Rapids Town Hall, 24284 Front Street.
Tickets are by donation.
Village Players staging ‘Medusa Undone,’ Nov. 22-24
The Village Players Theatre will present “Medusa Undone” Friday, Nov. 22, and Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 24 at 2 .m. at their at 2740 Upton Ave., Toledo.
Tickets are $15. Click to purchase.
The cast features Em Bozanich as Medusa with Brandie Culbreath as Athena, Kenya Tayloras Xena, Andrew Packard as Poseidon, and Rachel HetrickasStheno
A theatrical retelling by Bella Poynton of the little-known Medusa origin story. Before she was one of the greatest mythical monsters of all time, Medusa was a kind, beautiful sea nymph in Athena’s service. Unparalleled in both her beauty and devotion to the Gods, Medusa catches the eye of the charming but narcissistic Poseidon. Medusa feels she has no choice but to reject the greedy God. For this, she not only suffers violence at the hand of Poseidon, but also incites a deep-seated jealousy in Athena, with horrific and disturbing consequences. Medusa Undone explores how rape culture reverberates through the ages, and calls attention to the great injustice suffered by female victims of abuse.
BGSU play tells story of pioneering women astronomers, Nov. 21-24
The Bowling Green State University Department of Theatre and Film will present “Silent Sky” opens Thursday, Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. in the Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre in the Wolfe Center for the Arts on the BGSU campus. The production continues with Friday and Saturday shows at 8 p.m. and 2 p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are available for purchase at BGSU.edu/the-arts/tickets or by card only at the box office one hour before each performance. Tickets are $15, $5 for students, and $10 for adults 65 and older.
Written by Lauren Gunderson, “Silent Sky” explores a woman’s place in society at a time when only men were acknowledged for making significant technological innovations and discoveries.
“Silent Sky” tells the story of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt (Claire Oliver) as she begins working at the Harvard Observatory in the early 1900s as a “Computer.” Beneath the watchful eye of apprentice astronomer Peter Shaw (Ean McIntosh), Leavitt attempts to measure the distance between stars even as she is denied access to a telescope. As she spends time mapping the universe, she contemplates her place in it.
The cast, directed by Madison Ellis with assistant director Sarah Nesselroade Hopson. also includes Liv Lutzas, Mariana Jacoia; and Finleigh Klein.
Attendees are invited to visit a pre-show interactive experience in the Wolfe Center lobby beginning 30 minutes before each performance.
‘Nutcracker … All Jazzed Up’ on stage, Nov. 22-24
Julie’s Dance Studio will present its 18th annual “Nutcracker … All Jazzed up” Friday, Nov. 22, and Saturday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 23 and Sunday Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Owens Community College Center campus, 30335 Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.
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Appetizers and beverages will be served by Sunset Bistro one hour prior to each performance.
Toledo Symphony celebrates ‘Rhapsody in Blue at 100,’ Nov. 22 & 23
The Toledo Symphony Orchestrated with guest soloist pianist Terrence Wilson will celebrate “Rhapsody in Blue at 100” Friday , Nov. 22. And Saturday, Nov. 23 at 8 p.m. in the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle.
The piece delivers a fusion of jazz and popular elements vividly depicted New York City in 1924 and opened possibilities for generations of composers.
Opening the concert, conducted by Alain Trudel, will be Grammy Award-winning composer Jessie Montgomery’s “Banner.” The piece interweaves the national anthem with “a variety of cultural anthems, American folk songs and popular idioms” that reflect the diversity and vitality of 21st century America.
The concert will conclude with Aaron Copland’s “Symphony No. 3.” In the symphony Copland fused melodies inspired by American roots music with the European symphonic tradition in his heroic and majestic Third Symphony, featuring the oft-performed Fanfare for the Common Man
Community Thanksgiving Service, Nov. 24
The Bowling Green Ministerial Association Community Thanksgiving Service will be held on Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.
There will be a combined choir, made up of members of Ministerial Association churches. An offering of non-perishable food items is requested.
Children’s author & illustrator to demonstrate his craft, Nov. 26
The North Baltimore Public Library welcomes children’s author and illustrator, T.L. McBeth, on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 5 p.m .to the Library’s Wolfe Community Room.
McBeth will be sharing a presentation followed by interactive drawing instruction. Afterwards, he will be happy to sign books for children and families.
No books will be sold at this event, however, the first 50 families will receive a free copy of his new book “I Am NOT Santa Claus.”
Funded by the Friends of the North Baltimore Public Library, this Library event is free.
Community Art Show on display through Nov. 30
The 2024 Community Art Show from the Bowling Green Arts Council (BGAC) continues through Nov. 30 at the ArtSpace behind Coyote Beads and Gifts, 178 S. Main Street in Bowling Green.
More than 30 local artists will display their work at the show . The Community Art Show is made possible with the support of local artists and patrons.
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The BGAC is a volunteer organization working with local artists, arts organizations, and supporters to provide inspiration, enjoyment and learning opportunities in the Bowling Green community. More information can be found at bgartscouncil.com.
Artist’s celebration of his Ohio hometown continues at River House Arts through Nov. 16
“Land of Dust and Dreams,” a continuation of the Ohio Lands painting cycle by London based artist Eric Wright, is on exhibit at River House Arts, 425 Jefferson in Toledo Tthrough Nov. 16. The gallery open by appointment. Call 419-441-4025 or click to schedule visit.
The series of more than 75 small oil paintings features a retelling and reimagining of the artist’s hometown of Mt Gilead, Ohio – located about an hour south of Toledo.
Mapping myth onto familiar territory, London-based artist Eric Wright re-imagines his native patch of Ohio. Mount Gilead is a small town of 3,661 souls in the center of the state. The biblical Gilead, or “heap [of stones] of Testimony” (according to its entry in Wikipedia), is ubiquitous in the Old Testament, but mostly as a backdrop upon which history passed through, rather than a specific origin or location of any major events, say like Jerusalem or Jericho. Perhaps this is what made the name appealing to the early Ohioan settlers who christened it Mount Gilead in 1832. A location in the Midwest for the miraculous, without the pressure of having to live up to anything in particular. Eric Wright has created Ohio Lands, a painting cycle of dozens of landscapes depicting the town of Mt. Gilead and its environs.
Library hosting chess nights
Adults can visit the Wood County District Public Library during Chess Nights on Sept. 9, Oct. 7, Nov.4 and Dec. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the 2nd Floor Meeting Room to play chess.
Chess Nights are a casual, open chess meet-up for adults that welcomes all skill levels. Players will have the opportunity to learn, practice and meet other community members interested in chess.
Some chess boards will be provided (no chess clocks will be available), and bringing your own chess board is welcomed and encouraged. No registration is required. For more information, call (419) 352-5050 or email woodref@wcdpl.org.
Just Baby ‘N Me storytimes at library on Tuesdays
Just Baby ‘N Me is a lap-sit storytime ideal for babies. This unique storytime will be on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.in The Children’s Place at the Bowling Green Library.
This lap-sit storytime is great for babies from birth through early walkers (12 months). The focus during storytime is on rhymes, songs, finger plays, and exploring short books together, and is meant to facilitate interaction between you and your baby to develop their language and early literacy skills.
Library hosting Fiber Friends Creative Circle on Tuesdays
The Wood County District Public Library is hosting Fiber Friends Creative Circle on Tuesdays at 10 beginning in the 2nd Floor meeting room.
Fiber Friends is a fun and social program that meets to chat and create. People of all skill levels are welcome. Even if ysomeone has never picked up knitting needles or a crochet hook, this group can teach the basic skills to get started on your newest hobby.
Refreshments will be provided. No registration is required. For more information, call (419) 352-
5050 or email woodref@wcdpl.org.
