John KissaneincosgrrrlOn Nostalgia, Girl Detectives, and The Mysterious Cities of GoldTime and the ancient art of yearningJul 31, 20181Jul 31, 20181
John KissaneinculturedGRLocal Jewish temple filled with art honors creation, preservationThe first of a series on religious art in Grand Rapids, this article explores the art of Temple Emanuel, the oldest Jewish congregation in…Jul 19, 2018Jul 19, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGRGift of the real: How the Kent County millage is panning out at our Public MuseumA November 2016 millage made it possible for the Grand Rapids Public Museum to offer free admission to Kent County residing children—and…Jun 19, 2018Jun 19, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGR“Olive and the Bitter Herbs” gives the sausage to Spectrum TheaterThe Jewish Theatre Grand Rapids production of “Olive,” playing through June 24, is a larger-than-life story of part-time actress Olive, who…Jun 16, 2018Jun 16, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGR“The King and I” production’s messages still timely todayBroadway Grand Rapids has brought to DeVos Hall one of the musical greats. Dated though it is, the messages of strong women and the dangers…Jun 6, 2018Jun 6, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGRArt of the Festival: A TriptychOut of the over 200 artworks displayed in the Festival of the Arts Regional Art Exhibition, 37 won awards for their work. We talk to just…May 30, 2018May 30, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGRNew Festival of the Arts executive director building on strong volunteer foundationDavid Abbott, the organization’s first employee in its 49 year history, is preparing for the first weekend of June, just weeks away—and…May 15, 2018May 15, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGRBooking it: Creative Youth Center authors prepare for book release celebrationThe young authors will be doing readings and book signings at Wealthy Theatre May 30 to celebrate the release of their new anthology…May 3, 2018May 3, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGRReturning to Carnegie Hall: Grand Rapids Symphony members recall their first performance on the…Before their return to Carnegie Hall, though, the local community has a chance to see a preview of the concert right here at home.Apr 12, 2018Apr 12, 2018
John KissaneinculturedGRSaying what hasn’t been said: Creative Youth Center, Noir to premiere new filmThe first viewing of “Unspoken” at Wealthy Theatre, this Thursday April 12, will include a Q&A with its creators—most of whom are 11 or 12…Apr 10, 2018Apr 10, 2018