Four young Doo Wop singers perform favorites from the ’50s during “Doo Wop: Life Could be a Dream,” which details their attempts to become the next big thing, at Carousel Dinner Theatre in Akron, Jan. 7–Feb. 28.
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View 40 oversized kimono, including the series "Symphony of Light." The exhibition is the springboard for a countywide celebration of Japanese culture in cooperation with ArtsinStark — the county arts council.
Bright colored clothing by a controversial '60s designer is displayed. Gernreich is known for his scandalous (at the time) unisex clothing and for popularizing the miniskirt.
Singer's paintings grasp the vitality of both urban and rural scenes with insightful observations of people working. going shopping, chatting in bars, waiting for the subway train or playing ball. A native of Malvern, Ohio, he captured the essence of the American pageant throughout his career.
Large decorative plates that combine images of technology and machines with humorous, whimsical pictures are displayed by Brouillard who melds traditional patterns of ceramics with unusual figures, partially inspired by his industrial hometown of Cleveland.
Rediscover your favorite superheroes with never–before–seen artifacts, comic book serials from the 1940s, a drawing studio and costumes. A vintage child–sized Batmobile ride will keep the kids busy.
View photos by artists and amateurs alike, during this unusual exhibit. The museum invited anyone to submit photos taken by cheap, plastic, 35 mm cameras rather than the usual high tech digital cameras. The photos fall into one of five categories inspired by some of the best photographers of the 20th century, including Ansel Adams–inspired landscapes and Andy Warhol–inspired pop culture.
Opulent examples of luxury goods by three of the world's most renowned designers, are displayed, including Tiffany's Magnolia Window which has never
before been exhibited in the U.S., the Imperial Blue Serpent Egg by Fabergé, once owned by Princess Grace of Monaco and more glittering displays of decadence.
View an astounding array of costumes, accessories, instruments and other items representing 40 years of country music, collected by musician Stuart. Elvis Presley's sweater, Patsy Cline's boots and hand written lyrics by Hank Williams Sr. are just a taste of the massive collection.
