Making Waves Blog

A unique and exciting arts season is approaching, but recent events have us at ArtsWave wondering how we can use arts to help foster empathy, tolerance and compassion.

The New York Times put the Cincinnati region on the map this month with "36 Hours in Cincinnati," particularly highlighting the area's rich array of arts experiences for travelers.

Nathan Boerner plays the cello in an advanced orchestra at the Wyoming Fine Arts Center. Why the cello? It's the only string instrument you can play with one arm.

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company welcomes the public to their new home at The Otto M. Budig Theater with Family Fest, presented by ArtsWave.

Every year, youth circus organization My Nose Turns Red offers year-round training and performance opportunities for over 400 kids in the art of the one-ring circus, fueling creativity, learning and confidence for youth in the region

Debra Walton stars (nine times over!) in Daniel Beaty's "Mr. Joy," coming to Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park September 23.

In the spring and summer of 2016, the Cincinnati Art Museum presented an exhibition that illustrated how the arts can build bridges across cultural divides: 30 Americans.

ArtsWave's Catalyzing Impact Grants maximize the breadth of local arts and cultural heritage programming. We’re pleased to announce that the Catalyzing Impact Grant application for 2018 is now available!

M. Hopple & Co.'s Eleventh Annual CityArt Holiday Card Contest is seeking artist submissions. This year, a portion of the proceeds from the cards will go to ArtsWave.

The exhibit that has captivated Cincinnati will only be around for a few more weeks. Mandela: The Journey to Ubuntu is on display now through August 20th at The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center.

ArtsWave is bringing Art in the Park to Cincinnati Reds fans at Great American Ballpark on July 21st! Join us for a night of music, fireworks, and of course, baseball.

This spring, ArtsWave awarded 21 Catalyzing Impact grants to arts and cultural institutions throughout the region to bring new programming and events to life around Cincinnati.

Summer is in full-swing! And with it comes a wealth of experiences that highlight African American artists and explore the African American experience.

We’re pleased to announce a day like no other: the much-anticipated opening of Music Hall! This concert venue – home to ticketed performances of all five resident companies – the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Opera and Cincinnati May Festival – will be open for one day to everyone in the region.

A new summer is upon us! And with it comes a wealth of experiences that highlight African American artists and explore the African American experience.

After flash floods destroyed their facility and instruments, local music therapy-based nonprofit organization Melodic Connections saw their mission of interacting with their community come to life.

Grantmaking panels, representing our stakeholders, are just one of the ways that ArtsWave uses volunteers each year. Another important ArtsWave volunteer initiative is our well-regarded board training and placement program, BOARDway Bound.

When you purchase tickets to any Cincinnati Reds game in May, you can save up to 50% off, and $5 goes back to ArtsWave - plus, lots of Reds giveaways during May!

We've been asking our community to tell us why they support ArtsWave. Here are some of their reasons! Show #ISupportArtsWave and give NOW - all donations doubled dollar for dollar: https://givetotheartswave.org/now/.

Recap of the 2017 CincySings, with photos and winners announced!