Lincoln Theatre etches three new names into its Walk of Fame to honor Columbus artists

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To memorialize the often forgotten trailblazers that have poured their hearts into the city's communities and artistic spaces, three new names have been etched into the Lincoln Theatre Walk of Fame.

This year's inductees are jazz musician Arnett Howard, who's performed for more than 50 years and has written several books about the genre's influence in Ohio; poet and founder of the Columbus-based “Advance Party," Charles “Is Said” Lyons; and the late visual artist Roman Johnson, who was awarded an individual artist Governor’s Award for the Arts in Ohio in 2003, before his passing two years later at age 88.

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Columbus author Hanif Abdurraqib eager to get started as new editor for Tin House Publishing

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Having garnered widespread acclaim for his soul-stirring projects, Columbus author, poet and cultural critic Hanif Abdurraqib has long made his mark as a literary influencer.

With titles such as "The Crown Ain't Worth Much" (2016) to this year's "A Little Devil in America," Abdurraqib's work has shined a light on his unique artistic impulses and vivid descriptions of Black culture.

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Multidisciplinary arts organization Wild Goose Creative opens new Franklinton location

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Determined to build community through the arts, the multidisciplinary arts organization Wild Goose Creative opened a new center in Franklinton on Friday.

The newly renovated facility comes nearly two years after the nonprofit launched a Kickstarter campaign to extend its services locally. After raising more than $25,000 within 40 days, the organization landed the privately-owned space.

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CCAD celebrates 20 years of the Art Sign in Columbus

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Having made its mark as a beacon for the city's art scene, the Columbus College of Art & Design is celebrating 20 years since the installation of its 100-foot Art Sign.

The 10-story steel sculpture, installed on June 23, 2001, has become an iconic piece of Columbus' cityscape and a prime landmark for skyline selfies.

But above all things, CCAD President Melanie Corn said the 31-ton, 101-foot wide sculpture on Cleveland Avenue speaks to the city's support of the arts.

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Westland Mall Drive-In concert series to end Friday night with Big Gigantic

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After quenching concert-goers' thirst for "live" music throughout the pandemic, the Westland Mall Drive-In concert series will end with the Big Gigantic's outdoor performance Friday.

With plans to revive the series this summer after a string of successful showings last fall, promotional organization Prime Social Group has scrapped all future plans for upcoming performances.

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Columbus Museum of Art kicks off free-admission campaign for local youth, caregivers

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After a year of educational disruptions and social disconnection, the Columbus Museum of Art is offering a free admission program this summer for local youth, Columbus City Schools students and their caregivers.

To "renew their experience of wonder," the museum's WonderPass program applies research-based engagement strategies to nurture K-12 students’ own sense of joy, meaning and possibility, according to a press release. These strategies will be exercised through several experiences aimed at fostering discovery and innovative thinking.

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Things to do this summer in Columbus: What's happening, what's canceled and what's changed

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As venue and event spaces have begun to open their doors, a sense of hope has permeated through the city's entertainment circles.

As the summer festival and event season is fast approaching, we thought a roundup on the status of what is happening, what's going virtual or has been modified, and what is cancelled was in order.

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Asian Americans address need for awareness, advocacy during this year's Asian Festival

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As members of the Asian American community face an onrush of violent hate crimes, attacks that have increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jona Hilario and others said sharing their experiences is essential in the fight against racism.

While there's been growing awareness nationally, there's still a line of separation between Asian Americans and other residents on a local level, Hilario, a Hilliard resident, said. In helping educate central Ohioans on the matter, Hilario said events such as the Asian Festival can help bridge the gap.

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