Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
2600 DeWeese Parkway, Dayton
275-7431
1/17 – 3/8 The Inventions of Leonardo da Vinci: Showcasing 16 of Leonardo’s most noted scientific and technical drawings, the exhibit features both artwork and models created in the 1960s by IBM engineers. Included in the exhibit are some of Leonardo’s most well-known concepts, including plans for a military tank, helicopter, and even a spring-driven car.
The Cannery Art & Design Centre
434 E. Third St., Dayton
228-2232
Ongoing – Exhibits by more than 20 local artists, including painting, pottery, jewelry, sculpture and photography.
Dayton Art Institute
458 Belmonte Park North, Dayton
223-5277
Now – 4/12/09 Kids as Curators – Kids Experiencenter Gallery: Curated by 5th and 6th grade students from Dayton area schools, the exhibition explores the theme of Ohio art and artists.
Now – Fall 2009 Exploring Art A to Z – Kids Experiencenter Gallery: Developed for kids from pre-K through 3rd grade as a vehicle for introducing art to children using 26 pieces from the museum’s collection and area artists.
1/31 – 4/5 In the Glen – The Art of Robert Whitmore: Honoring the artistic legacy of this native son with nearly 60 works by this accomplished painter, printmaker and draughtsman.
Dayton History at Carillon Park
1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton
293-2841
Ongoing Tours of Hawthorn Hill: Tours are conducted on Wednesdays and Saturdays for those who have made advance, prepaid reservations. Tours will depart Carillon Historical Park via shuttle van promptly at 10am and 12:30pm. This unique experience is very popular and space is limited to no more than 10 visitors per tour.
Now – 2/15 Wright Family Bible: 1870s-era Wright family Bible has been added to the exhibits in the John W. Berry, Sr. Wright Brothers Aviation Center located at Carillon Historical Park. This significant piece joins dozens of other original Wright artifacts that are on display.
Rosewood Gallery
2655 Olson Dr., Kettering
296-0294
Now – 2/6 Rob Tarbell/Novie Trump: smoke drawings/ceramic sculpture
Now – 3/1 In Wonderment: Nature Photographs by John Lemker, SM
Now – 2/19 In the Garden – Photographic Images by Ohio Artists: Traveling exhibit
Sinclair Community College Galleries
444 West Third Street, Bldg. 13, Dayton
512-5381
Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery
Now – 2/6 Recent Work by Mark Echtner: Reception 1/15 from 5-6:30pm
ZoneVI Photography Gallery
Now – 2/3 Tricia Zigmund: The Chromatic Quickening (photographs)
University of Dayton Art Galleries
ArtStreet
330 Kiefaber Street, Dayton
229-5101
Now – 1/30/09 Masks, Music and Musings: A Retrospective exhibition and symposium on the art of Dayton native Curtis Barnes. His abstract depictions of cityscapes and portraits are inspired by his affinity to jazz.
Wright State University Art Galleries
Robert & Elaine Stein Gallery
A132 Creative Arts Center
3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton
775-2978
1/25 – 3/8 Kimmerly Kiser Memorial Exhibition and 2009 Faculty Exhibition: A comprehensive survey drawn from over 30 years of work. The 2009 faculty exhibition will give students and the public a chance to see the work of new faculty member Stefan Chinov, as well as new works by Ron Geibert and Penny Park, completed during their sabbaticals |
Smokey Joe’s 7pm A musical theatrical revue showcasing 39 pop standards, including rock and roll, rhythm and blues songs written by songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Thru 2/1 WSU Festival Playhouse, 3640 Col. Glenn Hwy., Dayton 775-2500
Brother Wolf 8pm Rhythm in Shoes dancers will join Human Race Theatre actors to highlight a modern retelling of Beowulf. Fiery preacher Brother Wolf does battle with the evil Grin Dell and his Maw to save his mountain community. Thru 2/15 The Loft Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton 228-3630
Smokey Joe’s 8pm (See 1/28)
Brother Wolf 8pm Rhythm in Shoes dancers will join Human Race Theatre actors to highlight a modern retelling of Beowulf. Fiery preacher Brother Wolf does battle with the evil Grin Dell and his Maw to save his mountain community. Thru 2/15 The Loft Theatre, 138 N. Main St., Dayton 228-3630
King and I 8pm East versus West makes for a dramatic, richly textured and ultimately uplifting tale of enormous fascination. Thru 2/15 Dayton Playhouse, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton 424-8477
Brother Wolf 8pm (See 1/29)
Smokey Joe’s 8pm (See 1/28)
Brave Irene 7:30pm When a seamstress falls ill, it’s up to her daughter to deliver a ball gown to the Duchess. And neither deep snow nor menacing wind can keep brave Irene from completing her mission! Thru 2/8 Town Hall Theatre, 27 North Main St., Centerville 433-8957
Once Upon a Mattress 8pm Princess Winnifred, a hopeless tomboy has to prove to a suspicious queen that she is worthy of Prince Dauntless’s hand in marriage. Thru 2/1 Playhouse South, Clark Haines Theatre, 3700 Far Hills Ave., Kettering, OH (888) 262-3792
Snow Bunny Sabotage 7pm Mayhem & Mystery performs interactive mystery productions where the action takes place around the audience. Shows are performed dinner-theater style, taking place around the meal. Thru 2/27 The Spaghetti Warehouse, 36 West 5th St., Dayton 461-3913
Speed-the-Plow 8pm
Brother Wolf 8pm (See 1/29)
Starlight Skate 7-9pm Skate under the stars. Music & light and laser show. Fridays through February, weather permitting. RiverScape MetroPark
ArtStreet’s Friday Night Film: Taxi to the Dark Side 9pm From blockbuster musicals to thought-provoking documentaries – a different film every Friday night. FREE and open to the public. Thru 3/27 ArtStreet Studio B, 330 Kiefaber St, Dayton 229-5101
Master Class with guest artist Harry Watters 4pm U.S. Army Band Trombone Soloist. Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, 444 W. Third St., Downtown Dayton 512-2753
Jazz Ensemble Concert 8pm Guest saxophone performing artist, Bruce Jordan. Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, 444 W. Third St., Downtown Dayton 512-2753
King and I 8pm (See 1/30)
Brother Wolf 8pm (See 1/29)
Smokey Joe’s 3pm & 8pm (See 1/28)
Brave Irene 3pm (See 1/30)
Once Upon a Mattress 8pm (See 1/30)
Speed-the-Plow 8pm
Brother Wolf 8pm (See 1/29)
Gem City Ballet: Magnificat 8pm Gem City Ballet with join forces with the Bach Society of Dayton and a full orchestra and professional soloists under the baton of John Neely to present a new ballet by Dayton native Peter LeBreton Merz set to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Magnificat. The program will also feature several other Gem City Ballet works. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main, Dayton 228-3630
Dance Kaleidoscope: Magical Mystery Tour 8pm Eleven-member company is trained in the rigorous modern dance technique of Martha Graham as well as
classical ballet. Dancers will explore the songs of the Beatles as they take you on a journey thru the 60s. Springfield’s Gary Geis Dance Company will also perform a premiere work choreographed by the artistic director of Dance Kaleidoscope. Clark State PAC, 300 S. Fountain Ave., Springfield 328-3874
Ice Carving Demonstrations 1-5pm; Watch Mr. Roderiguez create intricate ice sculptures! Charity Night Skates 7-10pm Skate for local charities every Saturday evening in January and February. $5 admission includes skates if needed. Weather
permitting. RiverScape MetroPark
Wine, Dine and Antiques 7pm Springfield Symphony Orchestra fundraising event will combine a wine-tasting with antique appraisals and a live antique auction. Springfield Art Museum, 107 Cliff Park Rd, Springfield 328-3874
70s Soul Jam 8pm An evening of R&B classics from the 1970s, featuring The Stylistics, The Delfonics, The Chi-Lites and The Manhattans. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main, Dayton 228-3630
The Bach Society of Dayton: Magnificat 8pm The Society will join forces with the Gem City Ballet and a full orchestra and professional soloists under the baton of John Neely to present a new ballet by Dayton native Peter LeBreton Merz set to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Magnificat. Victoria Theatre, 138 N. Main, Dayton 228-3630
Cityfolk: Scotty Anderson Band 8:30pm A deeply soulful approach to the guitar and an expansive knowledge of American roots music. Canal Street Tavern, 308 E 1st
St., Dayton 496-3863
Wind Symphony 8pm Guest artist Harry Watters, U.S. Army Band Trombone Soloist. Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, 444 W. Third St., Downtown Dayton 512-2753
King and I 2pm (See 1/30)
Brother Wolf 2pm & 7pm (See 1/29)
Smokey Joe’s 3pm (See 1/28)
Brave Irene 3pm (See 1/30)
Once Upon a Mattress 2pm (See 1/30)
Speed-the-Plow 7pm
Brother Wolf 2pm & 7pm (See 1/29)
Afternoon Musicales 2pm Dayton Chamber Music Society & WSU Faculty String Quartet. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. Dayton Art Institute, NCR Renaissance Auditorium, 456 Belmonte Park North, Dayton 223-5277
Ground Hog Day 9:30am–noon Resident groundhog/weather forecaster Ivy will make her early spring or six more weeks of winter prediction at 10am during the annual celebration. Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, 2600 DeWeese Parkway, Dayton 275-7431
Brother Wolf 7pm (See 1/29)
Graduate Recital 8pm Megan Russell, flute. WSU Creative Arts Center, Concert Hall, 3640 Col. Glenn Hwy. 775-5544
Brother Wolf 8pm (See 1/29)
Much Ado About Nothing 10am In one of the greatest romantic comedies from the Renaissance, Shakespeare's words are brought to life by the highly skilled actors from the London Stage. Thru 2/6 Sinclair Community College, Blair Hall Theatre, 444 W. Third St., Dayton 512-2808
Brother Wolf 8pm (See 1/29)
Backpacking Babies: Woodpecker Serenade 10-11 am Serenade your baby with sounds of woodpeckers. Sugarcreek MetroPark
Home School Nature Club: Colossal Fort Building 4pm Also 2/19 See who can build the biggest fort using only jute and materials nature provides. Reservations required and limited. 277-4178 or register online. Sugarcreek MetroPark |
