The Contemporary Arts Center promised a “pulsating, urban street party” and it delivered – packing the “Backstage District” alley behind the CAC with partiers, as artist-turned-DJ Shepard Fairey spun the platters. Fairey, whose exhibit “Supply and Demand,” runs through Aug. 22, shared the artistic stage with two opening night artists, Ernesto Neto (“Dancing Allowed,” through Oct. 31) and Pat Steir (“Water & Stone,” through Aug. 22). Dubbed “The Event,” the party began with a reception and dinner inside for members, then moved outside. Photos by Grand Lubell (reception) and Thadd Fiala (street party).
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Landor Associates, a brand consulting and design firm housed in what was once home to Shillito’s department store, is paying homage to Anne Wainscott with an exhibit of her work and a fashion installation in its windows. Wainscott, a highly regarded and prolific fashion expressionist, created thousands of drawings and paintings working for Shillito’s and the Cincinnati Enquirer in the days before before photography eclipsed illustrations. The exhibition, ‘Inspired by Anne,” is inside Landor’s lobby and as a fashion installation in the windows that grace Race Street through the end of July.
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May Festival, the two-week celebration of Cincinnati’s rich choral tradition, opened each weekend with a gala that drew its theme from the music. The final weekend, chaired by Patrick Korb, brought “A Fabulous Feast” and a tribute to Robert Porco, director of the May Festival choruses. Photos: Phil Groshong
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May Festival, the two-week celebration of Cincinnati’s rich choral tradition, opened each weekend with a gala that drew its theme from the music. At opening night’s “A Floral Fantasy,” chaired by Dawn Mullican, guests celebrated James Conlon’s induction into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame. Photos: Mark Lyons
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Everybody dances at the Ballet Ball – company dancers, Ballet trustees and supporters alike, up on their feet and celebrating the success of the Cincinnati Ballet. Plans are already underway for a second Ballet Ball next spring after the first, held in May at the Edge Design Center downtown, drew 250 for dinner, 300 for the after-party, and exceeded fundraising goals.
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Groups throughout Greater Cincinnati are being encouraged to help “grow” the new Cincinnati Riverfront Park. The 45-acre park is taking shape along the downtown riverfront, using a blend of private and public funds, with Cincinnati Parks leading the effort. The May luncheon brought the total of funds raised by the Women’s Committee since 2007 to nearly $1 million.
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