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Owens Community Band Begins Rehearsals January 31

Posted on January 10th, 2022

PERRYSBURG, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Community Band will begin rehearsals at 3:30 p.m. Monday, January 31 at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts (CFPA), 7270 Biniker Drive, Perrysburg.

The band is open to community members and local band students through the College’s Work and Play program to register for the semester for a $25 participation fee. Anyone interested can register in person at 2:45 p.m. before the first rehearsal or at www.owens.edu/workandplay (search: band).

The band will meet for rehearsals from 3:30-4:45 p.m. Mondays and Wednesday through May 25 and perform two Sunday concerts in the CFPA Theatre, dates TBA.

Repertoire consists of standard band literature, music from the Ohio Music Education Association required list, marches, show tunes and patriotic selections.

The band will be under the direction of Larry Clapper.

For additional information, contact Fine and Performing Arts department chair Jeremy Meier at jeremy_meier@owens.edu or (567) 661-7277.

TERHUNE GALLERY HOSTS EXHIBITION FEATURING BASQUIAT, CONTEMPORARIES

Posted on January 9th, 2019

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Jan. 9, 2019 – Contemporary Art Toledo and Owens Community College are thrilled to present “Zeitgeist: The Art Scene of Teenage Basquiat,” Friday, Jan. 25 – Friday, March 22 in the Terhune Gallery at the Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts. This extraordinary exhibition focuses on the creative community Jean-Michel Basquiat helped galvanize in gritty, pre-AIDS, downtown New York—a time when decay and dissolution fueled a boom in creativity and where the definition of fame, success and power was not based on money, Instagram likes or self-promotion.

Zeitgeist complements and amplifies the film by Sara Driver, “BOOM FOR REAL: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat” that was released from Magnolia Pictures in May 2018. Driver teamed with culture critic Carlo McCormick and Mary-Ann Monforton, associate publisher of BOMB Magazine, along with the New York gallery Howl! Happening to curate the expansive exhibition that features works by Basquiat himself and more than 30 friends and contemporaries, including Nan Goldin, Kenny Scharf, Al Diaz and Lee Quiñones.

A public reception for the exhibition will be held Saturday, Feb. 9 from 5-7 p.m. followed by a public screening of the film “BOOM FOR REAL: The Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat.” Special guest for both the reception and the film will be curator Carlo McCormick.

Known today for his outsized role in the rise of Neo Expressionism and recent record-breaking auction sales, the late Jean-Michel Basquiat was first recognized for his graffiti work in the Lower East Side of Manhattan in the late 1970s and early 1980s. In the emerging artistic circles there, the focus was not on creating content the established art market could readily digest and profit from, but on creating a community that stood in opposition – fostering unfiltered, uninhibited expression.

Basquiat’s work illuminated the contradictions of society – its opposing realities, inequalities, injustices – through a mix of disparate artistic traditions and unrefined, raw emotion fueled by the punk and hip-hop movements of the time. In only a few years, he went from supporting himself through panhandling and selling painted T-shirts and postcards while homeless, to being one of the most celebrated artists in New York, bringing the street level politics of what was an underground counter-culture collective with him into the spotlight.

Zeitgeist offers a unique opportunity to revisit the explosive, pre-fame period of Basquiat and his contemporaries. For these creators, to be a penniless published poet or a musician gigging at a local club was the height of success. In the rawness of the work, the focus on street art and graffiti, and the experimentation and cross-pollination of styles and disciplines, the era has become a flash point for younger generations seeking to learn about and understand the authenticity, closeness, and community expressed in the work of the artists in this truly unique exhibition.

Featured artists and friends in both the film and exhibition include Alexis Adler, Charlie Ahearn, Ted Barron, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Robert Carrithers, Henry Chalfant, Brett De Palma, Al Diaz, Barbara Ess, Coleen Fitzgibbon, Fab 5 Freddy, Futura, Robert Goldman aka Bobby G. Godlis, Nan Goldin, Michael Holman, Becky Howland, Tessa Hughes-Freeland, Jim Jarmusch, Justen, Ladda, Ann Messner, Mary-Ann Monforton, James Nares, Glenn O’Brien, Franc Palaia, Lee Quiñones, Walter Robinson, Christy Rupp, Luc Sante, Kenny Scharf, Paul Tschinkel, Robin Winters and Bob Gruen.

For more information, please visit www.owens.edu/fpa/terhune or call Paula Baldoni, River House Arts, at (419) 494-6536.

OWENS PRESENTS YET-TO-BE WRITTEN, CAST AND REHEARSED PLAYS DURING 24-HOUR ‘THEATRE EXPRESS’ EVENT

Posted on September 26th, 2017

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Sept. 26, 2017 – Owens Community College students and faculty as well as community members will write, cast, rehearse and perform multiple plays in a 24-hour time period as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the tenth annual fall “Theatre Express” production, Sept. 29-30. The 24-hour theatre event will conclude on Saturday, Sept. 30, with participants premiering multiple plays in the Main Stage Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

“Theatre goers are in for evening fun and enjoyment as they will have the opportunity to experience theatre of the unknown,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens associate professor of Fine and Performing Arts. “Each production will be written, cast, rehearsed and performed in the span of 24 hours, which is quite extraordinary.”

The 24-hour marathon begins Friday (Sept. 29) when Owens faculty members Eric Wallack, Shannon Smith, Bianca Marcia, Joy Parker and Carl Dietrich, along with local artists Erik Montgomery, John Toth and Owens alumnus Jordan Jarvis begin the arduous process of writing and staging multiple 10-minute plays. Owens Students and members of the community will act in these short plays, rehearsing them all day Sept. 30 and performing them that evening.

For additional information about the “Theatre Express” production, contact (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

OWENS PRESENTS YET-TO-BE WRITTEN, CAST AND REHEARSED PLAYS DURING 24-HOUR ‘THEATRE EXPRESS’ EVENT

Posted on November 18th, 2015

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Nov. 18, 2015 – Owens Community College students and faculty as well as community members will write, cast, rehearse and perform multiple plays in a 24-hour time period as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the eighth annual fall “Theatre Express” production, Nov. 20-21. The 24-hour theatre event will conclude on Saturday, Nov. 21, with participants premiering multiple plays in the Main Stage Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

The 24-hour marathon begins Friday (Nov. 20) when Owens faculty members Eric Wallack, Shannon Smith, Joy Parker and Cindy Bosley, along with local artists Bianca Marcia and Erik Montgomery, and Owens alumnus Jordan Jarvis begin the arduous process of writing and staging multiple 10-minute plays based on photos of actors they are assigned. Owens Students and members of the community will act in these short plays, rehearsing them all day Nov. 21 and performing them that evening.

For additional information about the “Theatre Express” production, contact (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

OWENS THEATRE PROGRAM AND THE VALENTINE THEATRE PARTNER FOR SCHOOLS HELPING SCHOOLS

Posted on November 17th, 2015

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Nov. 17, 2015 – Community members are cordially invited to support the second annual, Schools Helping Schools, a partnership with the Valentine Theatre’s education outreach program, by purchasing a patron ticket that includes a private dessert reception following Owens Theatre performance, Theatre Express.

The patron ticket will cover the cost of 10 students from a Toledo Public School to attend a Valentine School Day performance throughout the 2015-16 school year. Schools located in underserved areas will be the recipients of these tickets.

The Valentine Theatre’s education outreach program, Valentine School Days, provides professional theatre productions for children from pre-school through high school. The national tours are top-quality and incorporate the arts together with the Ohio Core Standards and provides for a learning opportunity that ties literature with the spoken-word.

Patron tickets are $30 each and holders are encouraged to attend the Saturday, Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m. Owens Theatre Program performance, Theatre Express, a production of six different plays that have been written, cast, rehearsed and performed in a 24-hour period before the private dessert reception, featuring the Owens Jazz Express immediately following.

Toledo Express will take place at Owens Community College’s Toledo-area Campus, 30335 Oregon Road, Perrysburg.

To purchase patron tickets, please visit www.valentinetheatre.com or call 419-242-2787. Your total purchase is tax deductible.

OWENS WELCOMES NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR CELESTE NG

Posted on October 30th, 2015

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Oct. 30, 2015 – New York Times Bestselling Author, Celeste Ng, will appear at Owens Community College’s Toledo-area Campus and Findlay-area Campus to discuss her novel, Everything I Never Told You, a profoundly moving story of family, secrets and longing.

Organized by the College’s Literacy Committee, the Tuesday, Nov. 3 event on the Toledo-area Campus will begin at 12:30 p.m. at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts and Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 12:30 p.m. in the Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus.

Ng’s novel has graced numerous “Best of 2014” lists and earned top honors on Amazon as its Best Book of the Year.

In this literary thriller, Ng tells the story of a Chinese American family living in small-town Ohio in the 1970s whose middle child, Lydia, mysteriously disappears. As the family’s lives are uprooted, they are forced to confront long-held secrets that have been slowly pulling the family apart.

In her lectures, Ng deftly explores issues of cultural identity, gender relations, and the struggles faced by multicultural families

Ng grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Shaker Heights, Ohio, in a family of scientists. She attended Harvard University and earned a master of fine arts from the University of Michigan (now the Helen Zell Writers’ Program at the University of Michigan), where she won the Hopwood Award. Her fiction and essays have appeared in One Story, TriQuarterly, Bellevue Literary Review, the Kenyon Review Online, and elsewhere, and she is a recipient of the Pushcart Prize.

For more information, please contact Diane Routson at 567-661-7055 or diane_routson@owens.edu.

TRAVELING EXHIBITION TELLS OF LINCOLN’S STRUGGLE TO MEET THE CONSTITUTIONAL CHALLENGES OF THE CIVIL WAR

Posted on January 20th, 2015

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Jan. 20, 2015 – “Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War,” a traveling exhibition opening at the Owens Community College Toledo-area Terhune Art Gallery on January 29 examines how President Lincoln used the Constitution to confront three intertwined crises of the Civil War—the secession of Southern states, slavery and wartime civil liberties.

Lincoln is widely acknowledged as one of America’s greatest presidents, but his historical reputation is contested. Was he a calculating politician willing to accommodate slavery, or a principled leader justly celebrated as the Great Emancipator? This exhibition provides no easy answers. Rather, it encourages visitors to form a nuanced view of Lincoln by engaging them with Lincoln’s struggle to reconcile his policy preferences with basic American ideals of liberty and equality. This exhibition develops a more complete understanding of Abraham Lincoln as president and the Civil War as the nation’s gravest constitutional crisis.

“We are delighted to have been selected as a site for this exhibition,” said Steven Culbertson, Ph.D., professor of Communications, Humanities and Languages. “Each section of the exhibit features information about a different aspect of Lincoln’s presidency and helps visitors understand why Lincoln’s struggle with the Constitution still matters today.”

The National Constitution Center and the American Library Association Public Programs Office organized the traveling exhibition, which was made possible by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH): great ideas brought to life. The traveling exhibition is based on an exhibition of the same name developed by the National Constitution Center.

The traveling exhibition is composed of informative panels featuring photographic reproductions of original documents, including a draft of Lincoln’s first inaugural speech, the Emancipation Proclamation and the Thirteenth Amendment.

For more information, please contact the Terhune Gallery at (567) 661-7081. “Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War” will be on display until March 4.

OWENS PRESENTS YET-TO-BE WRITTEN, CAST AND REHEARSED PLAYS DURING 24-HOUR ‘THEATRE EXPRESS’ EVENT

Posted on September 8th, 2014

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio, Sept. 8, 2014 – Owens Community College students and faculty as well as community members will write, cast, rehearse and perform six different plays in a 24-hour time period as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the seventh annual fall “Theatre Express” production, Sept. 26-27. The 24-hour theatre event will conclude on Saturday, Sept. 27, with participants premiering their six masterful plays in the Studio Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

Area residents are invited to attend the Saturday evening performance, as the “Theatre Express” production is free and open to the public. Owens is located on 30335 Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Attendees are encouraged to arrive around 7 p.m. due to limited seating in the Studio Theatre.

The 24-hour marathon begins Friday (Sept. 26) when each actor and actress arrives at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts wearing a unique costume put together from their own wardrobe. Attendees will also bring an item that reflects their character’s personality. Each performer’s photo will then be taken for playwright selection purposes.

Beginning that same evening, six local playwrights will begin the arduous process of writing and staging a play based on a yet-to-be-determined theme and topic involving the assigned 3-5 actors and actresses. Caffeinated beverages will be the drink of choice as writer’s frantically craft 10-minute plays throughout the evening hours.

For additional information about the “Theatre Express” production, contact (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Community College to Host American Harp Society Day Ensemble Concert, June 20

Posted on June 10th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents with a passion and enjoyment of music are invited to attend a unique ensemble performance featuring area harpists as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the 16th annual American Harp Society Day Ensemble Concert on Thursday, June 20.

Presented by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society, the concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

“The Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society is very excited to once again collaborate with Owens Community College and present a fun and dazzling performance for the surrounding communities,” said Denise Grupp-Verbon, Owens Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts and Co-Founder of Harp Week. “This year’s concert will feature a dozen harpists of various ages and diverse backgrounds. Attendees will not be disappointed with the musical variety and stylistic flourishes of this year’s presentation.”

The concert is the culmination of Harp Week, which is four days (June 17-20) of ensemble rehearsals and practical application workshops sponsored in part by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society and the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts. Harp Week is open to any harpist who has played for at least one year.

Harpists ranging from beginners to professionals will be strumming both familiar and original tunes throughout the evening concert.

The American Harp Society was founded in 1962 in response to the growing needs of harpists as performers, teachers and students. Its mission is to encourage and cultivate the enjoyment of the harp as a musical instrument, to support the composition of the music and to advance the quality of ability for performing harpists. The society has flourished since its founding and now consists of more than 3,000 members with chapters throughout the world.

The Northwest Ohio Chapter was established in the mid 1970s with the mission of preserving, promoting and presenting the harp and its music in the community. The chapter’s initiatives include promoting the study of the harp by providing scholarship opportunities and instruments and serving as a co-sponsor of Harp Week since its inception in 1998.

Individuals participating in Harp Week and the concert are Caili Bonar of Whitehouse, Emily Cihon of Maumee, Gabriella Crisp of Metamora, Ava Rose Fisher of Temperance, Mich., Hannah Kloster of Perrysburg, Kaitlynn McCamey of Perrysburg, Laurel Stankey of Lambertville, Mich., Grace Wipfli of Toledo, Denise Grupp-Verbon, of Toledo (Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts, Co-Founder and Co-Director) and Nancy Lendrim of Sylvania (Co-Founder and Co-Director).

For more information about the concert, contact the Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, as well as at the Arrowhead Park Learning Center in Maumee and the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Recognizes Students for Creative Excellence in Artistic Expression

Posted on May 22nd, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Ten Owens Community College students were recently honored for their creative excellence in art as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery held its annual Juried Student Art Exhibition.

A jury composed of area artists and professionals selected the winning entries based on creative excellence. The Juried Student Art Exhibition was open to all students enrolled within Fine and Performing Arts courses.

The show featured over 100 pieces of artwork in the categories of fine art, photography and commercial art. Over 30 students enrolled within Fine and Performing Arts courses at Owens had artwork accepted for the show.

In the category of fine art, Ellen Koeberlein of Whitehouse was awarded first place for her monoprint artwork titled “Mask”. Yang Wang of Bowling Green received second place for his lithography titled “For the Queen” and Crystal Terry of Toledo took third place for her wood artwork titled “Lyrical Wave”.

Arthur Traxler of Toledo was awarded first place in the category of photography for his digital print titled “Jake with Rainbow”, while Juliet Foraker of Toledo took second place for her digital print “Fruit of the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden of Good and Evil”. Tabithe Adams of Bowling Green garnered third place for her photogram artwork titled “Child Dream”.

In the category of commercial art, Chantel Schwarck of Perrysburg and Micha Childress of Northwood were both awarded first place for the vector designs titled “The Dead Boys Support Group” and “Training and Grooming”, respectively. Barbara Stengle of Toledo took second place for her page layout “Folded Portfolio” and Ben Snyder of Perrysburg received third place honors for his page layout “Scott Hansen Trading Cards”.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts to Host Third Annual High School Honors Band Day and Concert, May 6

Posted on April 24th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music are invited to Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as over 60 of region’s finest high school musicians present a High School Honors Band Concert on Monday, May 6.

Presented in conjunction with the Department of Fine and Performing Arts’ third annual Owens High School Honors Band Day, the concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

“Owens Community College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts is proud to once again partner with area high schools and provide a day for students to showcase their impressive musical talents,” said Fred Dais, Owens Adjunct Instructor in Fine and Performing Arts and High School Honors Band Day and Concert Event Coordinator. “High School Honors Band Day is designed to allow Northwest Ohio’s young and aspiring musicians to come together, learn from each other and experience the joy of music in a fun environment.”

Musical selections presented by the group will include “American Salute”, “New York: 1927”, “Sabre and Spurs March”, “Dances Americanesque”, “Southwest Saga” and a tribute to the Broadway “Jersey Boys” production. Community members serving as conductors during the concert are Owens School of Health Sciences Dean Dr. Doug Mead and recently retired Southview High School Band Director Tim Hoffman.

High schools participating in Owens’ High School Honors Band Day are Anthony Wayne H.S., Eastwood H.S., Elmwood H.S., Emmanuel Christian School, Lake H.S., Maumee H.S., North Baltimore H.S., Rossford H.S., Southview H.S., Springfield H.S. and Whiteford H.S.

Throughout the daylong event, Owens High School Honors Band Day attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities in preparation for the High School Honors Band Concert, including seating auditions, full-band rehearsal and sectional-band rehearsal, among other music programming.

Owens’ Department of Fine and Performing Arts offers students the opportunity to pursue an associate degree in music performance/education in preparation for careers as aspiring music educators or performers. A music business technology certificate program is also available for those individuals interested in enhancing their knowledge within the areas of music business and studio music technology.

For more information about the concert, contact Owens’ Department of Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Concert Band to Host Spring Pops Concert, April 28

Posted on April 17th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited listen to array of musical selections ranging from Broadway Show songs to patriotic-themed numbers as the Owens Community College Concert Band presents its annual Spring Pops Concert on Sunday, April 28.

The concert will begin 2:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Selections presented by the Owens Concert Band, which is comprised of Owens students and employees and community members, will include a medley of Broadway Show selections by Andrew Lloyd Webber as well as such music as “Broad Stripe and Bright Stars”, “Sea Song Fantasy”, “Songs of Old Kentucky” and a tribute to jazz trumpeter Maynard Ferguson titled “Maynard Madness”, among others.

For more information about the Spring Pops Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Spring Student Art Exhibition, April 22 – May 3

Posted on April 15th, 2013

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College students will have the opportunity to showcase their many artistic talents as the Findlay-area Campus serves as host to its annual Spring Student Art Exhibition titled “Our Best Yet” in the Library Gallery, April 22 – May 3.

In addition, Hardin Central Elementary School students who are members of the Hardin Central Art Club will have the opportunity to present their own artistic expressions alongside Owens students as part of a new partnership between the Owens Findlay-area Campus Library and Kenton City Schools.

The College will host a free community event, featuring both Owens and Hardin Central Art Club students, titled “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” on Tuesday, April 23. Artists will share insight about their artistic expressions during a reception, which will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is excited to showcase the talents of so many amazing artists through the Spring Student Art Exhibition,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The artistic expressions reflect their unique creative abilities and are inspiring. I encourage area residents to visit the Library Gallery and view their impressive work.”

The Spring Student Art Exhibition will feature work by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 2D Design” course, which is taught by Owens Adjunct Instructor Krista Richey. In this course, students develop an understanding of basic studio art principles, critical skills and media manipulation, covering the topics of color theory and the use of two-dimensional space.

Students from the College’s “Black and White Photography I and II” courses, instructed by Melissa Partin-Harding, Owens Adjunct Instructor, will showcase their artistic work as part of the exhibit. The classes focus on photography both as a fine art and for commercial means. Students learn about the development of skills related to visual literacy, film exposure, making prints and preparing prints for exhibition, among many other areas.

Owens students whose work will be displayed are Magen Hutchison of Findlay, Sarah Marshall of Fostoria, Robert Pryor of Fostoria, Teontey Poole of Findlay, Alessandra Vgarte of Findlay, Paige Davis of Findlay, Rochelle Dillow of Fostoria, Jacob Duran of Carey, Ambre Martinez of Bowling Green, Hank Doster of Findlay, Jamye Galm of Findlay, Timoteo Honesto of Findlay and Courtney Markley of Findlay.

The Hardin Central Art Club was created three years ago by Owens Adjunct Instructor Rhonda Grubbs with the overall goal of providing an opportunity for students to express themselves and showcase their talents through art. The free art enrichment program offers experiential learning to over 150 students. During the last three years, students have created individual works of art, worked in small groups to create sculptures and worked together as a club to create a large outdoor installation. Students also have the opportunity to learn from professional artists during club meetings.

Hardin Central Elementary School students will be showcasing their paintings, drawings and other media as part of exhibition. Student artists are Alexis Grubbs, Riley Hershberger, Dylan Mouk, Aubrey Thrush, Keeley Meeks, Miranda Rowe, Kaycee Sherman, Mary Heilman, Roxy Jarrahian, Owen Styer, Keegan Wright, Abbey Anglemyer, Abigail Donegon, Lindsey Smith, Ethan Wirbell, Laci Freshour, Lucas Hites, Lexi Wetherill, Callie Wright, Asher Bridenstine, Virginia Brown, Grace Collins, Brenna Shirk, Lauren Bartlett, Bert Grubbs, Noah Ketcham, Mitch Jennings, Zachary Wedertz, Kylie Allmon, Kennedy Elsnau, Taylor Harshfield, Max Haushalter, Tara Jarrahian, Caleb MacKenzie, Tristan Meeks, Bailie Phillip, Katie Sturgeon and Trenton Yoder.

Hardin Central Art Club student artists displaying artwork also include Tyson Hopkins, Katelynn Preston, Aydan Roszman, Vern Woodruff, Alexis Barker, Connor Defibaugh, Brinley Hites, Natalie Horton, Kooper Johnston, Gavin Manns, Chloe Martindale, Landon Murphy, Parker Rarey, Christian Rogers, Syvanna Shepherd, Abigail Smith, Gabi Wetherill, Kira Ray, Ethan Yoder, Reese Levering, Gavin Payne, Ethan Rall, Clair Ketcham, Jalon Manns, Aiden MacKenzie, Alicia McKinley, Abigail Petty, Ben Sams, Sam Sturgeon, Kyle Thrush and Carla Woodruff.

Admission to the Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Fridays from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, contact the Library at (567) 429-3088 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3088.

Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents Juried Student Art Exhibition, April 9 – May 3

Posted on April 9th, 2013

Owens student Cameron McCleod’s ceramic artwork (left) titled “Moby” is among the many artistic expressions on display as part of the Juried Student Art Exhibition in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students will have the unique opportunity to showcase their artistic talents as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts the ninth annual Juried Student Art Exhibition, April 9 – May 3.

In addition, the College will host a free opening reception and award ceremony for the exhibit on Friday, April 12 from 6-8 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to once again feature the finest works of art produced by our students,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “The artistic expressions are extremely individualized and reflect the unique creative ability of each student artist, which will certainly delight exhibit attendees.”

Owens students displaying artwork include Jonathon Ampiau of Toledo, Mike Budyka of Perrysburg, Drake Dollison of Holland, Jamie Fields of Toledo, Nate Hartman of Toledo, Chris Hatfield of Toledo, Ellen Koeberlein of Whitehouse, Cameron McCleod of Sylvania, Trisha Mysinger of Maumee, Nick Orolowski of Toledo, Richard Quinn of Toledo, Crystal Terry of Toledo, Paul Verdell of Perrysburg, Yang Wang of Bowling Green, Janelle Watkins of Holland, Morgan Hanthorn of Grand Rapids, Liz Buckland of Perrysburg, Hongra Li of Bowling Green, Timothy Haney of Toledo, Andrianne Jennings of Toledo, Katherine Lehnert of Toledo, Nicole Lowery of Toledo, Sam Munding of Maumee, Taylor Palicki of Maumee, Justin Parker of Toledo, Michael Pettengill of Oregon, Katrina Roberts of Toledo, Candace Robinson of Martin, Thomas Sumwalt of Perrysburg, Arthur Traxler of Toledo, Juliet Foraker of Toledo, Aaron Gonya of Arcadia, Matt Hamilton of Toledo, Kasey Krotzer of Gibsonburg, Levi Hutmacher of Toledo, Amy Houstin of Toledo, Natasha Kohl of Toledo, Kelli Miller of Toledo, Clayton Parento of Toledo, Damion Roundtree of Toledo, Adrianna Schwartz of Oregon, Kayla Schellhammer of Perrysburg, Andrew Smith of Waterville, Violet Stoycheva of Sylvania, Jessica Trane of Toledo, Lee Welch of Luckey, Jessica Wickard of Bowling Green, Veronica Wright of Perrysburg, Cathy Zeltner of Toledo, Linda Brown of Whitehouse, Katie Buzdor of Toledo, Brittney Duggan of Toledo, Sean Ferry of Temperance, Mich., Chantel Schwarck of Perrysburg, Barbara Stengle of Toledo, Micha Childress of Northwood, Ben Snyder of Perrysburg, Nathan Wehrmeister of Toledo, Chris Cleland of Perrysburg, Matthew Westrick of Ottawa, Jack Adamshick of Toledo, Manar Abdelrahman of Toledo, Sally Abdelrahman of Toledo, Tiffany Burns of Toledo, Kyle Csortos of Millbury, Isabelle Dickerson of Holland, Marissa Elliott of Toledo, Cherie Guthrie of Waterville, William Kersten of Toledo, Paul Kirian of Bowling Green, Jacquelyne Robinson of Toledo and Amber Snyder of Bowling Green.

Owens’ Juried Student Art Exhibition features over 100 pieces of artwork in the categories of fine art, photography and commercial art. Over 30 students enrolled within Fine and Performing Arts courses at Owens have had their artwork accepted for the show. Area artists and professionals served as the jury for the exhibit.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; and from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. For additional information about the exhibit, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Presents ‘Melodic Expressions’ Eighth Annual Spring Concert Series, April 7-28

Posted on April 3rd, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic year’s worth of Department of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its eighth annual “Melodic Expressions” Spring Concert Series, April 7-28. The Spring Concert Series will showcase the accomplishments of Owens faculty and students in a number of performances ranging from vocal to instrumental.

All events will occur in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Sunday, April 7
Owens Voices “Tribute to Mozart” Performance
Owens students will feature a wide variety of musical selections from the works of internationally-acclaimed composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The performance is directed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Jodi Jobuck.
(3 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre)

Wednesday, April 17
Piano Recital by Owens Adjunct Instructor Dr. Lynda Dunn
Attendees will have the opportunity to hear an array of crowd-pleasing favorite music selections courtesy of pianist and Owens Adjunct Instructor Dr. Lynda Dunn.
(6 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre)

Monday, April 22
Owens Voices Choir Concert
The College’s vocal students will honor the legacy of internationally-acclaimed composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart as they perform a wide selection of music as part of a concert performance. The performance is directed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Jodi Jobuck.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Tuesday, April 23
Owens Jazz Ensemble Concert
Owens student performers will showcase their many talents through the art of improvisation that highlight many diverse styles of jazz. The performance is directed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Ben Wolkins.
(3 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, April 24
Owens Three Sopranos, One Piano “Arias! Duets! Trios!” Performance
Rich and colorful vocal and piano sounds will fill the air at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts as Owens Adjunct Instructors Jennifer Krull, Jo-Anne Chryscochoos, Jodi Jobuck and Phil Clark showcase their talents through various music selections.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Thursday, April 25
Owens Pop Ensemble Concert
Owens student performers within the College’s pop ensemble class will showcase their musical skills during a performance that will highlight an array of genres, including country and rock, among others. The performance is directed by Owens Associate Professor Eric Wallack.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Sunday, April 28
Owens Concert Band Spring Concert
Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful sounds courtesy of Owens’ concert band class. The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections to include patriotic music, Broadway show tunes and marches. The performance is directed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Fred Dais.
(2:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

All the performances are free and open to the public. For more information about the “Melodic Expressions” Spring Concert Series, contact the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Welcomes ‘Fabulous Friends’ Illustrations Exhibit, April 1-17

Posted on March 28th, 2013

An illustration by Aliki Brandenberg from the book “Best Friends Together Again” is among the many children’s illustrations on display in the current Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery exhibition.

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College welcomes the return of the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum to the Findlay-area Campus with original illustrations from children’s books featuring many facets of childhood or bearhood as the Library Gallery presents “Fabulous Friends: Illustrations from Children’s Books”, April 1-17.

The Owens Findlay-area Campus Library is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is delighted to have the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum return to the Library Gallery,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The Mazza Museum is committed to helping children develop an interest in reading and literacy, as well as in preserving original artwork from children’s literature. This exhibit showcases the work of some of the most well-known children’s illustrators of our time, which is sure to delight Gallery visitors of all ages.”

The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum was founded in 1982 and is the world’s first and largest museum devoted to the art of children’s picture books. Since its inception, the museum has collected over 5,000 original pieces from children’s literature. The goal of the Mazza Museum is to promote literacy among children, as well as to collect, exhibit and preserve original artwork from children’s picture books.

Nineteen children’s book illustrations are featured in the “Fabulous Friends” exhibit to include “Best Friends Together Again” by author and illustrator Aliki Brandenberg, “Gentleman Bear” by author and illustrator William Pene duBois and “Best Friends” by author and illustrator Steven Kellogg, among others.

The Findlay-area Campus “Fabulous Friends” exhibit is designed to encourage children to take interest in literacy and libraries as the College recognizes National Library Week, April 14-20.

Admission to the Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Fridays from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, contact the Library at (567) 429-3088 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3088.

Owens Fine and Performing Arts Department and Students Present ‘Noises Off,’ April 12-14 and 19-21

Posted on March 27th, 2013

William Toth of Toledo (left) and Kenneth Taylor of Toledo rehearse a scene from Owens’ upcoming “Noises Off” theatre production.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Hysterical comedy will fill the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “Noises Off,” April 12-14 and 19-21.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 12 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts is excited to present such a fun and lighthearted theatrical production to Northwest Ohio theatergoers,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts. “Attendees are in for an evening of comedy and a few surprises, which will make for an unforgettable theatre experience.”

Written by Michael Frayn, “Noises Off” tells the comedic story of backstage and onstage antics involving a group of theatre performers attempting to present the production “Nothing On”. An unending number of theatrical blunders and hysterical personal adventures serve as the focal point to the chaotic production.

The cast of “Noises Off” is comprised of Owens students and community members and the theatrical production is directed by Jeremy Meier. The stage management team consists of Diane Schroeder of Sylvania and Andrew Oberski of Toledo.

Owens students and community members involved in the production as cast members include John Toth of Toledo, Jamie Ramlawi of Perrysburg, Amber Johnson of Toledo, Kenneth Taylor of Toledo, William Toth of Toledo, Amber Breault-Albain of Toledo, James MacFarlane of Toledo, Emily Pheils of Rossford and Matthew Johnston of Maumee.

“Noises Off” will be performed April 12-13 and 19-20 at 7:30 p.m. Matinee performances will also occur April 14 and 21 at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $12 for the general public and $8 for Owens students and employees. All seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu/arts or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information, call the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College Welcomes Internationally-Known Photographer Baron Wolman, March 21

Posted on March 14th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to gain insight into the lives of some of the most well-known contemporary musicians of the 20th century as part of a free lecture presentation by internationally-recognized photographer Baron Wolman at Owens Community College on Thursday, March 21.

The lecture, which is taking place in conjunction with the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presenting the exhibit “Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman” through March 28, will begin at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

In 1967, Wolman was approached by Jann Wenner, the founder of “Rolling Stone”, to become the publication’s first chief photographer. The meeting led to Wolman witnessing and capturing the moments of arguably one the most important periods of change in popular music and culture through his camera, with the images serving as a focal point for the magazine. For three years at the publication, Wolman’s photographs were known for capturing the events and personalities as well as visualizing the music.

Over the years, Wolman’s artistic talents have been showcased in art galleries around the world. His most recent book “Every Picture Tells A Story – Baron Wolman, The Rolling Stone Years” highlights stories and photographs of some of the most significant artists and events of the period. Wolman’s professional background also includes sports photography, aerial photography, figure photography and portraits.

Over 30 photographs are on display in Owens’ current “Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman” exhibit. Featured musicians within the photographs include James Brown, B.B. King, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Duke Ellington, Jim Morrison, Neil Young, Tina Turner, Chuck Berry, George Harrison and Joan Baez, among others.

In addition to the photographs, music-specific artifacts and collectibles from the 1880s through the 1980s are showcased in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Items ranging from record albums and posters to period clothing and concert tickets provide attendees with a further look into the musical past. “Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman” is being presented in part by a grant from the Ohio Humanities Council.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; and from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. For additional information about the exhibit or lecture, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Reschedules ‘America’s Music’ Series Event for April 2

Posted on February 26th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – The Owens Community College “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” event originally scheduled for Feb. 26 will now take place on Tuesday, April 2.

The educational program will begin at 7 p.m. in Perrysburg’s Way Public Library and focus on the genre of bluegrass and country music. A musical performance by the Hand Hewn String Band will kick off the event, which will be followed by the feature film “High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music”. Bowling Green State University Department of Popular Culture faculty member Dr. Matthew Donahue will lead a lecture discussion at the film’s conclusion. All “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” programming presented by Owens is free and open to the public.

The remaining “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” events will occur at the following dates, times and locations:

(Rock ’n’ Roll)
Tuesday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre in Perrysburg Township
Film: “The History of Rock ’n’ Roll”
Musical Performance: MAD 45

(Mambo and Hip Hop)
Tuesday, March 26 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre in Perrysburg Township
Film: “Latin Music USA” and “From Mambo to Hip Hop: A South Bronx Tale”
Musical Performance: Price of the Ticket

“America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” is designed to introduce genres of 20th century American popular music that are deeply connected to the history, culture and geography of the United States. The program features documentary screenings, musical performances and scholar-led discussions on such musical genres as blues and gospel, Broadway, jazz, bluegrass and county, rock ’n’ roll, and mambo and hip hop.

For more information about the “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” series, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7956 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7956.

Owens Concert Band to Host Winter Pops Benefit Concert, March 3

Posted on February 19th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to listen to an array of musical selections ranging from Broadway Show songs to patriotic-themed numbers and support the outreach efforts of Cherry Street Mission Ministries as the Owens Community College Concert Band presents a Winter Pops Benefit Concert on Sunday, March 3.

The concert will begin 1:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Owens and Cherry Street Mission Ministries will be accepting monetary donations as part of the event.

Musical selections presented by the Owens Concert Band, which is comprised of Owens students and employees and community members, will include “Dances Americanesque”, “Amparito Roca”, “William Tell Overature”, “Xylophonia” and “The Wizard of Oz Meets The Wiz”, among others.

Additionally, Owens Fine and Performing Arts Co-Interim Chair Michael Sander will be sharing his musical talents as part of a xylophone solo performance during the concert. Owens Fine and Performing Arts Co-Interim Chair Kevin Schroeder will also be featured during a joint artistic painting/musical selection titled “The Music of Disneyland”. Schroeder will showcase his artistic talents on stage by painting a Walt Disney-themed mural to the accompaniment of the Owens Concert Band.

Cherry Street Mission Ministries was founded in 1947 with the overall goal of providing help to those in need in the form of food and shelter. In addition to meeting people’s critical basic needs, the organization focuses on empowering people to break the bonds of homelessness and poverty and build new lives for themselves.

For more information about the Winter Pops Benefit Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Features Exhibit by Tinola Mayfield-Guerrero, Feb. 14 – March 21

Posted on February 8th, 2013

Artwork on display at the Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery as part of the “Nearly There” exhibition includes the mixed media titled “Still Waiting”.

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery continues its art exhibition season with the works of regional artist Tinola Mayfield-Guerrero. The exhibit, titled “Nearly There”, will showcase Mayfield-Guerrero’s unique process of bringing together feminist theory, metaphysics and art through mixed media, Feb. 14 – March 21.

In addition to the exhibit, the College will also host a reception and gallery talk with Mayfield-Guerrero on Tuesday, Feb. 19 from 6-8 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to showcase the work of an artist who stretches the viewer’s imagination and understanding of what art means,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Tinola Mayfield-Guerrero’s use of fashion dolls against natural materials and vistas is jarring and thought-provoking and will leave exhibit attendees in a state of reflection about life in relation to love, birth, death, beauty, ugliness, horror, intimacy, loneliness, connection, substance and impermanence.”

Mayfield-Guerrero serves as an Instructor of Communications, Humanities and Languages at Owens. Her professional and community involvement includes previously holding board-level membership with the Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women in Toledo and serving as Adjunct Advisory Committee Chair at Monroe County Community College. Mayfield-Guerrero also has volunteered as an inner city tutor in English, math, history and social studies for the YMCA.

The Toledo resident’s artwork has appeared in venues throughout New York and Ohio, including as part of the Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women’s “No One You Know: An Art Show of Reunification” exhibition. Mayfield-Guerrero, also a poet, received a master’s degree in philosophy and sociology, as well as a bachelor’s degree in women’s and gender studies all from the University of Toledo.

Owens Community College to Host Spring Theatre Production Auditions, Jan. 28-29

Posted on January 17th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in performing in the upcoming student production of the “Noises Off” are invited to open theatre auditions at Owens Community College, Jan. 28-29.

Auditions will take place Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 28 and 29, from 6-9 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Callback auditions will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 30. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each individual is encouraged to prepare a one-minute comedic monologue as part of the audition or a monologue will be provided for them. The theatre production dates are April 12-14 and 19-21.

Written by Michael Frayn, “Noises Off” tells the comedic story of backstage and onstage antics involving a group of theatre performers attempting to present the production “Nothing On”. An unending number theatrical blunders and hysterical personal adventures serve as the focal point to the chaotic production.

Attendees are required to make an appointment prior to the audition dates. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Community College Announces Prestigious ‘America’s Music’ Series, Jan. 15 – March 26

Posted on January 8th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College has earned the distinction of being chosen as one of only 50 organizations nationwide by the American Library Association Public Programs Office and the Tribeca Film Institute, in consultation with Tribeca Flashpoint and the Society for American Music, to participate in the prestigious “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” program. The initiative is being made possible through a $125,000 nationwide funding grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to support programming at the 50 participating organizations.

“Owens Community College is honored to be chosen as an ‘America’s Music’ participant,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Music and film have played very important roles in shaping our country’s heritage and culture and Owens Community College looks forward to engaging both the campus community and the surrounding communities as we share learning and experiences from a music and film perspective.”

The first in a series of six educational programs will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 15. The event will begin at 7 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre and focus on the genre of blues and gospel music. A musical performance by The Good The Bad And The Blues will kick off the event, which will be followed by the feature films “Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues” and “Say Amen, Somebody”. Bowling Green State University Department of Popular Culture faculty member Dr. Matthew Donahue will lead a lecture discussion at the film’s conclusion. All “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” programming presented by Owens is free and open to the public.

The additional five “America’s Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway” events will occur at the following dates, times and locations:

(Broadway)

Tuesday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. in the Way Public Library in Perrysburg

Film: “Broadway: The American Musical”

Musical Performance: Jodi Jobuck, Lynda Dunn and Jo-Anne Chrysochoos

(Jazz)

Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre in Perrysburg Township

Film: Ken Burns’ “Jazz” and “International Sweethearts of Rhythm”

Musical Performance: Owens Jazz Ensemble

(Bluegrass and Country)

Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre in Perrysburg Township

Film: “High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music”

Musical Performance: Hand Hand String Band

(Rock ’n’ Roll)

Tuesday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre in Perrysburg Township

Film: “The History of Rock ’n’ Roll”

Musical Performance: MAD 45

(Mambo and Hip Hop)

Tuesday, March 26 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre in Perrysburg Township

Film: “Latin Music USA” and “From Mambo to Hip Hop: A South Bronx Tale”

Musical Performance: Price of the Ticket

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Presents ‘A Painting a Day’ Art Exhibit, Jan. 10 – Feb. 7

Posted on January 7th, 2013

Owens Findlay-area Campus’ “A Painting a Day” exhibit will feature such work as the apple oil painting by Erika Clark.

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus continues its 2012-13 arts season with an exhibit highlighting an array of vibrant paintings that were created in the span of a day by local artists Erika Clark and Kristen Dukat, as well as by Owens employees, students and Child Care Center children, as the Library Gallery presents “A Painting a Day” in conjunction with the nationwide Daily Painters movement, Jan. 10 – Feb. 7.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery talk for Clark, Dukat, and Owens employees, students and Child Care Center children on Wednesday, Jan. 16 from 6-8 p.m. The reception and lecture are free and open to the public and will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is excited to showcase the art of painting by two extremely talented local artists, as well as artwork produced by Owens employees, students and Child Care Center children, in celebration of the Daily Painting movement,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Creating art takes exercise, as well as imagination and training, and its enemies include overworking and over thinking. The idea of creating a painting a day does not allow artists to get bogged down in the fine details. Exhibit attendees will certainly be amazed by the various paintings, which were all created in the span of a day.”

Both Clark and Dukat are members of the Daily Painters of Northwest Ohio and are advocates of the Daily Painting movement, which has been gaining momentum around the globe since 2005. The two artists have garnered regional and national acclaim for their artwork and have been featured in numerous exhibitions throughout the region. Clark serves as the Studio Manager of Blanchard Valley Center’s Kan Du Studio, while Dukat paints professionally through the Daily Paintworks organization.

Approximately 30 six-inch oil paintings, highlighting such images as fruit, flowers and scenic landscapes, will be on display at the start of Owens’ “A Painting a Day” exhibit. Additional artwork is expected to adorn the exhibition walls as daily paintings are completed by the artists.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents ‘Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman’ Exhibit, Jan. 7 – March 28

Posted on January 3rd, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents will have the opportunity to become immersed into the lives of arguably some of the most notable contemporary musicians, as seen through the camera lens of internationally recognized photographer Baron Wolman, as Owens Community College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery opens the 2013 season with an exhibit titled “Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman”, Jan. 7 – March 28.

In addition to the exhibit, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to a lecture presentation by Baron Wolman on Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre. The lecture will highlight his experiences with some of the most well-known contemporary musicians of the 20th century. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to present such a unique exhibition that highlights the marriage between music and the visual arts and focuses on photography as a tool for recording history,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Baron Wolman is known worldwide for his amazing photography. His unique perspectives to journalistic photography, contemporary history and the creative process have merged to create some of the most iconic images of the 20th century.”

Over 30 photographs will be on display in Owens’ “Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman” exhibit. Featured musicians within the photographs will include James Brown, B.B. King, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Duke Ellington, Jim Morrison, Neil Young, Tina Turner, Chuck Berry, George Harrison and Joan Baez, among others.

In addition to the photographs, music-specific artifacts and collectibles from the 1880s through the 1980s will be showcased in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Items ranging from record albums and posters to period clothing and concert tickets will provide attendees with a further look into the musical past.

“Rock On: Photographs by Baron Wolman” is being presented in part by a grant from the Ohio Humanities Council.

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Owens Community College Concert Band to Honor World War II Tuskegee Airman During Holiday Concert, Dec. 9

Posted on November 27th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College will welcome the holiday season, as well as pay tribute to Northwest Ohio World War II Tuskegee Airman Col. Harold H. Brown of Catawba Island, as the Concert Band presents a Holiday and Tuskegee Airmen Tribute Concert on Sunday, Dec. 9.

“We are eternally grateful to the brave service men and women who have defended our country’s freedom and democracy for hundreds of years,” said Fred Dais, Owens Adjunct Instructor in Fine and Performing Arts and Concert Band Conductor. “It is truly an honor to celebrate them and their heroism.”

Musical selections presented by the Owens Concert Band, which is comprised of Owens students and employees and community members, will include “Stars and Stripes for Christmas”, “Harlem Nocturne”, “A Jazzy Christmas”, “March Grandioso”, “Of Honor and Valor”, “A Hanukkah Festival”, “Winterfest” and “Merry Christmas Everyone”, among others.

During the concert, Brown will be honored for his dedication and commitment to his country. During World War II, Brown served in the 332nd Fighter Group and completed 30 missions before being shot down and held as a POW in Germany. He returned home in 1945 and served more than 23 years in the U.S. Air Force.

The Tuskegee Airmen were an elite group of African-American fighter pilots in the 1940s and pioneers in equality and integration of the U.S. Armed Forces. The term “Tuskegee Airmen” refers to all who were involved in the U.S. Army Air Corps program to train African-Americans to fly and maintain combat aircraft. The Tuskegee Airmen included pilots, navigators, bombardiers, maintenance and support staff, instructors and all personnel who kept the planes in the air.

For more information about Owens’ Holiday and Tuskegee Airmen Tribute Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Fall Student Art Exhibit, Nov. 28 – Dec. 14

Posted on November 19th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College students will have the opportunity to showcase their many artistic talents as the Findlay-area Campus serves as host to its annual Fall Student Art Exhibition titled “Our Best Yet” in the Library Gallery, Nov. 28 – De. 14.

Additionally, the College will host a free community event, featuring Owens students, titled “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” on Tuesday, Dec. 4. Owens student artists will share insight about their artistic expressions during a reception, which will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is excited to once again showcase the many talents of our students through the Fall Student Art Exhibition,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The artistic expressions reflect their unique creative abilities and are inspiring. I encourage area residents to visit the Library Gallery and view their impressive work.”

The Fall Student Art Exhibition will feature work by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 2D Design” course, which is instructed by Erika Clark. In this course, students develop an understanding of basic studio art principles, critical skills and media manipulation, covering the topics of color theory and the use of two-dimensional space.

Students from the College’s “Black and White Photography I” course instructed by Melissa Partin-Harding, Owens Adjunct Instructor, will showcase their artistic work as part of the exhibit. The class focuses on photography both as a fine art and for commercial means. Students learn about the development of skills related to visual literacy, film exposure, making prints and preparing prints for exhibition, among many other areas.

Additionally, the exhibit will highlight numerous pieces of artwork from photography to drawings created by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Fundamentals of Drawing” course, which is instructed by Rhonda Grubbs, Owens Adjunct Instructor. In this course, students obtain experiential learning within various areas, including the study of object drawing, form organization, value, perspective, proportion and texture.

Students whose work will be displayed are Kellie Neill of Mount Blanchard, Sam Troyer of Findlay, Timoteo Saldana Honesto of Findlay, Rochelle Dillow of Findlay, Michaella Smith of Fostoria, Brianna Planz of Ottawa, Shaun Coleman of Fostoria, Jessica Thompson of Bowling Green, Reynaldo Valdez of Findlay, Zach Stienman of Jerry City, Meagan Butler of Van Buren, Audrey Elgin of Bloomdale, Rebecca Lockhart of Findlay, Deziree Lamon of Findlay, Michael Lowd of Findlay, Bettye Crawford of Findlay, Hank Doster of Findlay, Courtney Markley of Findlay, Tori Western of Findlay, Alicia Bryant of Fostoria, Jerusha Crossgrove of Findlay, Blake Mandalis of Ada, Samuel Troyer of Findlay and Shelby Williams of Findlay.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery to Host Annual Faculty Art Exhibition, Nov. 16 – Dec. 14

Posted on November 13th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Community members will have the opportunity to view the diverse and vibrant work of some of Northwest Ohio’s finest artists as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the 10th annual Faculty Art Exhibition, Nov. 16 – Dec. 14. The exhibition will be on display in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

To celebrate the opening of the faculty art exhibit, a free reception will occur on Friday, Nov. 16 from 6-8 p.m. in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is honored to showcase some of the finest artistic work of Owens Community College’s faculty as part of the annual Faculty Art Exhibition,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Gallery attendees will truly enjoy the uniqueness and diversity of the exhibit as presented by award-winning graphic designers, photographers, painters, printmakers and sculptures.”

A wide range of visual media will be featured, including over 60 works of art in the areas of painting, ceramics, photography and mixed media.

The art showcase features artwork created by many notable and highly acclaimed Owens faculty members, including David Cantor of Toledo, Michelle Carlson-Junod of Toledo, Erika Clark of Findlay, Mania Dajnak of Perrysburg, Ruth Foote of Toledo, Tina Gionis of Toledo, Melissa Partin-Harding of McClure, Philip Hazard of Toledo, Barbara Johnson of Toledo, Lori King of Toledo, Nancy Light of Waterville, Larry Linkous of Rossford, Carey Marten of Toledo, Krista Richey of Bowling Green, Richardo Quinonez of Bowling Green, Mary Sabo of Maumee, Julie Schnell-Madden of Temperance, Mich., Kevin Schroeder of Toledo, John Walz of Waterville, Sally Welch of Perrysburg, Gary Wittenmyer of Bowling Green, Patricia Whittington of Holland and Jeremy Wadsworth of Clyde.

Owens Fine and Performing Arts Department Presents ‘Creative Noises Live’ Fifth Annual Fall Artist Series, Nov. 14 – Dec. 9

Posted on November 13th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music, song, dance and theatre are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic semester’s worth of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its fifth annual “Creative Noises Live” Fall Artist Series, Nov. 14 – Dec. 9.

Managed and promoted by the College’s music business portfolio class, the Fall Artist Series will feature the accomplishments of Owens students and faculty in a number of performances ranging from music to vocal.

All events will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Wednesday, November 14

Owens Voices Performance

The College’s vocal students will feature a wide variety of musical selections from the works of internationally acclaimed W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan as well as a preview of the upcoming choir concert.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Harp Performance by Owens Adjunct Instructor Denise Grupp-Verbon

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear the rich colorful sound of the harp as part of a performance featuring Owens Adjunct Instructor Denise Grupp-Verbon. The performance will highlight original music as well as harp duet selections with harpist Judy Riley.

(6 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre)

Monday, November 26

Owens Plugged in Percussion Performance

An ear-opening performance of electronic-influenced music using acoustic percussion instruments will be showcased at Owens. Selections will include processed acoustic sounds, electronic percussion controllers and performing with Reason-created tracks. The performance will demonstrate how to move studio software into a performance setting. Artists will include Owens Fine and Performing Arts Associate Professor Michael Sander and Cuyahoga Community College’s Rob Ticherich.

(1:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre)

Friday, November 30

Owens Choir Concert

The College’s vocal students will feature a wide variety of musical selections from the works of internationally acclaimed W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan as well as usher in the holiday season with several crowd-pleasing carols.

(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Tuesday, December 4

Owens Jazz Ensemble

Owens student performers will showcase their many talents through numerous crowd-pleasing musical favorites that highlight many diverse styles of jazz.

(3 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Thursday, December 6

Owens Pop Music Ensemble

Owens student performers within the College’s pop ensemble class will showcase their musicals skills during a performance that will highlight an array of genres ranging from classic to the contemporary.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Rotunda)

Friday, December 7

Owens Dance Performance

Owens students and faculty will showcase their dancing talents and choreography skills to accompanied music in various genres, including ballet and modern dance.

(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Sunday, December 9

Owens Concert Band Holiday and Tribute Concert

Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful holiday sounds courtesy of Owens’ concert band class. The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections to usher in the holiday season as well as pay tribute to the Tuskegee Airman, including former Tuskegee Airman Harold Brown.

(2:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

All the performances are free and the public is encouraged to attend. For more information about the “Creative Noises Live” Fall Artist Series, contact the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Fine and Performing Arts Department and Students Present ‘Short Farces by Anton Chekhov,’ Nov. 15-18

Posted on November 13th, 2012

Owens Student Production of 'Short Farces by Anton Chekhov'

Owens students (L to R) Sarah Wurzinger of Toledo, John Sweney of Perryburg and Silvester Rodriguez of Walbridge perform a scene from “The Festivities” which takes place during the production of “Short Farces by Anton Chekhov” at the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Normalcy and chaos in the form of short plays will converge in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “Short Farces by Anton Chekhov,” Nov. 15-18.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Department for Fine and Performing Arts is excited to present such a unique theatrical production, which brings together several short plays filled with very different circumstances,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts. “Attendees of all ages will truly enjoy the characters as performed by the College’s students and community members and the many surprises that take place throughout the production.”

Written by Anton Chekhov, “Short Farces by Anton Chekhov” details several different short comedies that begin with a relatively normal situation and build into a chaotic adventure of unique circumstances. Among the short comedies in the production are “The Bear”, “The Festivities” and “The Proposal”.

The cast of “Short Farces by Anton Chekhov” is comprised of students from Owens and community members and the theatrical production is directed by Jeremy Meier and Dave Nelms. The stage management team consists of Owens students Diane Schroeder of Sylvania, Marisa Soto of Woodville and Mallory Myers of Whitehouse.

Students and community members involved in the production as cast members include Sarah Wurzinger of Toledo, John Sweney of Perrysburg, Silvester Rodriguez IV of Walbridge, Matthew Crawford of Sylvania, Melissa Shaffer of Bowling Green, Tim Grindle of Toledo, Rachel Ramlawi of Perrysburg, Esteban Vega of Toledo, Ashley Myatt of Walbridge, Devon Held of Pemberville and Jon Masters of Toledo.

“Short Farces by Anton Chekhov” will be performed Nov. 15-17 at 7:30 p.m. A matinee performance will also occur on Sunday, Nov. 18 at 3 p.m.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery to Showcase Child Care Center Artwork, Oct. 26 – Nov. 7

Posted on October 17th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Children attending Owens Community College’s Child Care Center will display their artistic qualities, creative impressions and imaginative masterpieces as part of the eighth annual Children’s Art Show, Oct. 26 – Nov. 7. This year’s show will be held for the fourth time in Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

In addition, the College will host an opening reception for the artists on Friday, Oct. 26 from 4-6 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Both the reception and exhibit are free and the public is encouraged to attend. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The College will also host a free lecture presentation by Toledo Museum of Art Director of Education Dr. Kathy Danko-McGhee titled “The Impact of Early Art Experiences” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8. The lecture will take place in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Studio Theatre.

Young artists ages 4 months to 5 years old will showcase a variety of works, including multiple 3-D sculptures, paintings, drawings and self-portraits. The art exhibit is the culmination of artistic education at the College’s Child Care Center.

“The Owens Child Care Center Children’s Art Show is an exciting and rewarding time to display the hard work and talents of our children,” said Maribeth Tercha, Owens Manager of the Child Care Center. “These young artists have been anxiously looking forward to showcasing their works of art to family, friends, teachers and the community.”

Tercha added, “Creating an artistic environment where children can express their interests and emotions is an excellent method to broaden a child’s insight and heighten cognitive development.”

The Children’s Art Show was inspired by the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy. The Owens Child Care instructors utilize the Reggio Emilia philosophy in their art curriculum, inviting the children’s interests to guide artistic creations. Books and other literature incorporated into the art education program influenced many of the masterpieces.

Owens’ Child Care Center is focused on providing quality child care for the children of employees, students and the surrounding communities. The program is devoted to enhancing the lives of children through developmentally appropriate curriculum, which is child centered.

Children enrolled in the Owens Child Care Center have the opportunity to interact with the College’s Early Childhood Education students, which provides opportunities for more individual attention. Owens students benefit through practical hands-on lab experiences that deepen their understanding about young children.

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Owens Findlay-area Campus Features Exhibit by Jodi Wasinski, Oct. 1 – Nov. 16

Posted on September 25th, 2012

The Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is featuring several works by artist Jodi Wasinski, including the artistic expression titled “First Snow”.

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery continues its fall art exhibition season with the works of regional artist Jodi Wasinski. The exhibit, titled “Gallery of Opportunity”, will showcase Wasinski’s unique process of blending image, ink and handmade paper into masterful prints and artistic expressions, Oct. 1 – Nov. 16.

In addition to the exhibit, the College will also host a reception and gallery talk with Wasinski on Tuesday, Oct. 2 from 5-7 p.m. The reception, which are free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to showcase the work of an artist whose prints continue to evolve as a result her talent and willingness to stretch the boundaries of the printmaking process,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Jodi Wasinski is one of a select few printmakers who not only makes her own paper from native plants, but also mixes her printing ink from dry pigment and hand-pulls her prints from a printing press. Gallery exhibit attendees will be mesmerized by the process and techniques Wasinski uses to masterfully craft her one-of-a-kind prints.”

Wasinski specializes in creating her own handmade paper from various native plants, including hostas and daylily leaves, and ink from dry pigments. The Mayfield Heights native started her career in fine art when she was introduced to art therapy after a car accident that resulted in a lifestyle change. Over the years, Wasinski’s artistic talents have been showcased at the University of Findlay Art Show, The Ohio State University’s Fine Art Show and Cuyahoga Community College’s Art Show, among many others. She has also exhibited her work at the Biannual Miniature Art Collection in Iowa.

The Lakewood resident received a bachelor’s degree in visual communication from The University of Findlay and studied at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh in graphic design. In addition to her art experience, Wasinski regularly gives lectures and demonstrations on printmaking, layout and design.

Owens Presents Yet-to-be Written, Cast and Rehearsed Plays During 24-Hour ‘Theatre Express’ Event, Sept. 22

Posted on September 10th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students and faculty as well as community members will have the unique opportunity to write, cast, rehearse and perform seven different plays in a 24-hour time period as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the fifth annual fall “Theatre Express” production, Sept. 21-22. The 24-hour theatre event will conclude on Saturday, Sept. 22, with participants premiering their seven masterful plays in the Studio Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

Area residents are invited to attend the Saturday evening performance as the “Theatre Express” production is free and open to the public. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Attendees are encouraged to arrive around 7 p.m. due to limited seating in the Studio Theatre.

“Theatre goers are in for evening fun and enjoyment courtesy of Owens students and faculty and community members as they will have the opportunity to experience theatre of the unknown,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts. “Each production was written, cast, rehearsed and performed in the span of 24 hours, which is quite extraordinary.”

The 24-hour marathon begins Friday (Sept. 21) when each actor and actress arrives at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts wearing a unique costume put together from their own wardrobe. Attendees will also bring an item that reflects their character’s personality. Each performer’s photo will then be taken for playwright selection purposes.

Beginning that same evening, seven teams of writers and directors representing Owens Community College faculty will begin the arduous process of writing and staging a play based on a yet-to-be-determined theme and topic involving the assigned 3-5 actors and actresses. Caffeinated beverages will be the drink of choice as writers frantically craft five- to 10-minute plays throughout the evening hours.

Actors and actresses will meet with the directors at 9 a.m. on Saturday (Sept. 22) in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts to rehearse and memorize lines of the recently-written plays. Final rehearsals will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the actors and actresses will showcase theatrical talents during the live performance at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre. In addition, the playwrights will see their plays staged for the first time with the audience.

For additional information about the “Theatre Express” production, contact (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents ‘Steel’ Artistic Welding Student Exhibition, Sept. 18 – Oct. 19

Posted on September 10th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students will have the unique opportunity to showcase their artistic welding talents in Center for Fine and Performing Arts as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery serves as host to the first-ever artistic welding student exhibition titled “Steel”, Sept. 18 – Oct. 19.

In addition, the College will host a free reception for the exhibit on Friday, Sept. 21 from 6-8 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Artwork will be on display both within the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery and in the outside courtyard adjacent the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“The Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to partner with the College’s School of Technology and showcase the artistic talents of our students,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Attendees will be amazed at how materials, such as a piece of steel, can be transformed into a masterful work of art through the use of various welding techniques.”

Owens students and alumni of the College’s artistic welding classes displaying their artwork include Jim Van Brandt of Ottawa Lake, Mich., Pamela Reithmeier of Monclova, Todd Kime of Toledo, Toni Lucadello of Fostoria, Robert Krohn of Perrysburg, Beth Scheffert of Toledo, Robert Garcia of Toledo, Marie Brown of Napoleon, Jody Smith of Grand Rapids, Joanne Juan of Perrysburg, Mia Thomas of Toledo and Donald Cole of Napoleon. The College’s artistic welding classes are taught by nationally-known sculpture artist and Owens Adjunct Instructor of Manufacturing Technologies James Havens of Gibsonburg. Havens will also showcase artwork as part of the exhibition.

The exhibition features over 40 pieces of metal artwork ranging from abstract to the figurative. The College’s “Introduction and Intermediate Artistic Welding” courses focus on the creative and practical aspects of the welding processes through TIG, MIG and Arc welding. Students receive experiential learning specific to the proper use of welding equipment necessary to create sculptures and other artwork.

Artistic welding classes are taught in the College’s new $1.1 million Welding Design Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The state-of-the-art educational center features the latest in technological and academic resources specific to welding for several degree and certificate programs.

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Owens Community College to Host Fall Theatre Production Auditions, Sept. 24-25

Posted on August 29th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in performing in the upcoming student production of the “Seven Short Farces by Anton Chekhov” are invited to open theatre auditions at Owens Community College, Sept. 24-25.

Auditions will take place Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 24 and 25, from 6-9 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Callback auditions will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 26. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each individual is encouraged to prepare a comedic monologue as part of the audition or a monologue will be provided for them. The theatre production dates are Nov. 15-18.

Written by Anton Chekhov, “Seven Short Farces by Anton Chekhov” details seven different short comedies that begin with a relatively normal situation and build into a chaotic adventure of unique circumstances. Among the short comedies in the production are “The Bear”, “The Festivities” and “The Proposal”.

Attendees are required to make an appointment prior to the audition dates. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Community College Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery to Close ‘Images’ Glass Exhibit, Aug. 31

Posted on August 27th, 2012

Artist Susan Taylor Glasgow’s glass and mixed media purse titled “XO” are among the many artistic expressions on display in the “Images” exhibition at Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery’s current “Images” glass exhibit, originally scheduled for public view through Sept. 14, will come to end on Friday, Aug. 31.

The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Six glass artists, who have garnered national artistic acclaim, are showcasing their expressions and interpretations of glass as art as part of the “Images” exhibition, including Therman Statom, April Surgent, Tim Tate, Marc Petrovic, Michael Janis and Susan Taylor Glasgow, all of whom create works with photographic or painted images on glass. Approximately 25 featured artistic pieces are on display in Owens’ “Images” exhibit.

Owens’ “Images” Exhibition is presented in conjunction with Toledo serving as host to the Glass Art Society’s 42nd annual national conference, which took place in June.

Owens Fine and Performing Arts Professor Presents Free Oliver Hazard Perry Performance, Sept. 10

Posted on August 21st, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to relive the War of 1812 and arguably one of its most significant moments and military leaders of that time as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “Oliver Hazard Perry: Hero of Lake Erie” in a scholarly portrayal by Fine and Performing Arts Assistant Professor Jeremy Meier on Monday, Sept. 10.

Meier’s 35-minute monologue as Commodore Perry about the Battle of Lake Erie will begin at 7 p.m. in the Studio Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance, which is taking place in conjunction with the bicentennial celebration of the War of 1812, is free and open to the public.

Adorned in period clothing, which was designed and constructed by Owens Fine and Performing Arts Adjunct Instructor Nichole Newman, Meier will provide insight into Perry’s life while serving in the U.S. Navy. Perry is well known for his victory over an entire British squadron during the Battle of Erie, which elevated his status to national hero.

Meier was commissioned by the Ohio Humanities Council to develop and write “Oliver Hazard Perry: Hero of Lake Erie”. The Sylvania resident has presented his portrayal of Perry in several communities throughout Ohio in 2012.

For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Presents ‘Off the Hook’ Art Exhibit, Aug. 20 – Sept. 27

Posted on August 8th, 2012

Owens’ “Off the Hook” exhibition will feature such artistic expressions as Sharon Hammer Baker’s untitled fiber artwork on the College’s Findlay-area Campus.

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus opens the 2012-13 arts season with an array of hand-woven fiber artwork depicting nature by fiber artists Sharon Hammer Baker and Janice Ryan as the Library Gallery presents “Off the Hook”, Aug. 20 – Sept. 27.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery talk for Hammer Baker and Ryan on Wednesday, Sept. 12 from 6-8 p.m. The reception and lecture are free and open to the public and will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is excited to showcase such a unique exhibit by extremely talented local fiber artists,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Each artistic piece exhibited by Sharon Hammer Baker and Janice Ryan at the Library Gallery is hand hooked, which involves pulling fiber loops one at a time through a backing fabric with a hook. Exhibition visitors will certainly enjoy the amazing colors and textures found within their work.”

Hammer Baker and Ryan, both Findlay residents, have garnered regional and national acclaim for their fiber artwork and have been featured in numerous exhibitions throughout the region. Approximately 20 featured artistic pieces, made of both traditional and non-traditional materials and inspired by nature, will be on display in Owens’ “Off the Hook” exhibit.

Owens Community College to Host American Harp Society Day Ensemble Concert, June 21

Posted on June 7th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents with a passion and enjoyment of music are invited to attend a unique ensemble performance featuring 14 harpists as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the 15th annual American Harp Society Day Ensemble Concert on Thursday, June 21.

“The Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society is very excited to once again collaborate with Owens Community College and present a fun and dazzling performance for the surrounding communities,” said Denise Grupp-Verbon, Owens Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts and Co-Founder of Harp Week. “This year’s concert will feature 14 harpists of various ages and diverse backgrounds. Attendees will not be disappointed with the musical variety and stylistic flourishes of this year’s presentation.”

The concert is the culmination of Harp Week, which is four days (June 18-21) of ensemble rehearsals and practical application workshops sponsored in part by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society and the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts. This year, Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts Eric Wallack will provide a guest workshop as part of the event. Harp Week is open to any harpist who has played for at least one year.

Harpists ranging from beginners to professionals will be strumming both familiar and original tunes throughout the evening concert.

Individuals participating in Harp Week and the concert are Alicia Allen of Toledo, Caili Bonar of Whitehouse, Emily Cihon of Maumee, Elise Clines of Maumee, Sydney Conard of Perrysburg, Gabriella Crisp of Metamora, Hannah Kloster of Perrysburg, Jennifer Meehan of Toledo, Kaitlynn McCamey of Perrysburg, Debbie Roberts of Toledo, Denise Grupp-Verbon of Toledo (Co-Founder and Co-Director) and Nancy Lendrim of Sylvania (Co-Founder and Co-Director).

For more information about the concert, contact the Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents ‘Images’ Exhibit, June 11 – Sept. 14

Posted on June 5th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – An array of artwork that showcases the beauty of glass will adorn the walls at Owens Community College as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery, in collaboration with the Habatat Gallery in Royal Oak, Mich., presents the exhibit titled “Images”, June 11 – Sept. 14. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to the exhibit, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to an open house glass blowing demonstration that features a portable hot glass studio by glass artists Robin and Julia Rogers of Nomadic Glass from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 13 adjacent to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. The College will also host a lecture presentation by glass artist Donna Powers at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13.

“Owens Community College is proud to present an exhibit that recognizes and celebrates the profound impact that glass has had on Northwest Ohio,” stated Wynn Perry, Owens Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “The artists featured in the ‘Images’ Exhibit integrate image and text with glass in a manner that augments, distorts and expands the medium beyond its physical form.”

Six glass artists, who have garnered national artistic acclaim, will showcase their expressions and interpretations of glass as art as part of the “Images” exhibition, including Therman Statom, April Surgent, Tim Tate, Marc Petrovic, Michael Janis and Susan Taylor Glasgow, all of whom create works with photographic or painted images on glass. Approximately 25 featured artistic pieces will be on display in Owens’ “Images” exhibit.

Owens’ “Images” Exhibition is occurring in conjunction with Toledo serving as host to the Glass Art Society’s 42nd annual national conference, which is celebrating the Studio Glass Movement that began in the city 50 years ago. The College’s exhibit will be open to the public additional days next weekend from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. June 15-17 as part of the conference activities.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays during the summer months. Beginning Aug. 13, Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; and from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. For additional information about the exhibit, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

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Owens Community College Recognizes Students for Creative Excellence in Artistic Expression

Posted on May 1st, 2012

Toledo resident Katrina Roberts' mixed media artwork (left) titled "Texture 2" and the vector design "Times New Roman Font Poster" by Mark Boggs of Portage were among the many artistic pieces on display at Owens' annual Juried Student Art Exhibition.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Nine Owens Community College students were recently honored for their creative excellence in art as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery held its annual Juried Student Art Exhibition.

“Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to have featured some of the finest works of art produced by our students,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.“The creative works submitted by Owens students were truly outstanding and epitomized the meaning of artistic expression. Events such as the Juried Student Art Exhibition provide great opportunities for students to apply the knowledge obtained within the classroom into a real world setting.”

The show featured over 80 pieces of artwork in the categories of fine art, photography and commercial art. Fifty-five students enrolled within fine and performing arts courses at Owens had artwork accepted for the show.

In the category of fine art, Ellen Koeberlein of Whitehouse was awarded first place for her charcoal drawing titled “Something Taken”. Taylor Palicki of Maumee received second place for her drypoint drawing titled “Fallen” and Chris Hatfield of Toledo took third place for his charcoal drawing titled “Exposing, Self Portrait”.

Clayton Parento of Toledo was awarded first place in the category of photography for his chromo black and white print titled “Checkmate!”, while Richard Ball of Toledo took second place for his digital print “Scott Rim Light”. Andrew Smith of Waterville garnered third place for his silver gelatin artwork titled “Self Portrait 1”.

In the category of commercial art, Nathan Daulbaugh of Toledo was awarded first place for his page layout titled “Creative Noises Live Concert Series Poster”. Michael Matuszewski of Toledo took second place for his vector design “Ferre Fraktur Font Poster” and Thomas Sumwalt of Perrysburg received third place honors for his vector design “Image Trace”.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts to Host Second Annual High School Honors Band Day and Concert, May 7

Posted on April 27th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music are invited to Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as 60 of region’s finest high school musicians present a High School Honors Band Concert on Monday, May 7.

Presented in conjunction with the Department of Fine and Performing Arts’ second annual Owens High School Honors Band Day, the concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

“Owens Community College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts is proud to once again partner with area high schools and provide a day for students to showcase their impressive musical talents,” said Dr. Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “High School Honors Band Day is designed to allow Northwest Ohio’s young and aspiring musicians to come together, learn from each other and experience the joy of music in a fun environment.”

Musical selections presented by the group will include “American Folk Fantasia”, “America Triumphant”, “Ascentium”, “Italian Holiday”, “Latin Celebration”, “Let Freedom Ring” and “Main Street Celebration”. Serving as conductors during the concert are Deputy Commander of the 338th Army Band Warrant Officer Teresa Hudson and retired Commander of the 555th Air Force Band Lt. Col. Robert Krichbaum.

Among the high schools participating in Owens’ High School Honors Band Day are Anthony Wayne H.S., Eastwood H.S., Elmwood H.S., Lake H.S., Maumee H.S., North Baltimore H.S., Rossford H.S. and Springfield H.S.

For more information about the concert, contact Owens’ Department of Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Spring Student Art Exhibit, April 23 – May 4

Posted on April 18th, 2012

Additionally, the College will host a free community event, featuring Owens students, titled “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” on Tuesday, April 24. Owens student artists will share insight about their artistic expressions during a reception, which will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is excited to once again showcase the many talents of our students through the Spring Student Art Exhibition,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The artistic expressions reflect their unique creative abilities and are inspiring. I encourage area residents to visit the Library Gallery and view their impressive work.”

The Spring Student Art Exhibition will feature work by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 2D Design” course, which is instructed by Erika Clark. In this course, students develop an understanding of basic studio art principles, critical skills and media manipulation, covering the topics of color theory and the use of two-dimensional space.

Additionally, Owens students enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 3D Design” course, instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Rhonda Grubbs, will present their artistic expressions within the Library Gallery. In this course, students develop the ability to analyze form and space relationships while being introduced to basic three-dimensional processes and materials, including cardboard and clay.

Students from the College’s “Black and White Photography I and II” courses instructed by Melissa Harding, Owens Adjunct Instructor, will showcase their artistic work as part of the exhibit. The classes focus on photography both as a fine art and for commercial means. Students learn about the development of skills related to visual literacy, film exposure, making prints and preparing prints for exhibition, among many other areas.

Students within the College’s “Oil Painting” course will also showcase their talents as part of the exhibition. Instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Erika Clark, the course provides students with a hands-on introduction to oil painting techniques and application methods such as mixing and utilization of color theory.

Students whose work will be displayed are Tracy Grine of Findlay, Tom Miller of Findlay, Yoon Kyung Chung of Findlay, Scott Barclay of Findlay, Lyndia Hicks of Findlay, Kirsten Kelly of Findlay, Shane Burnworth of Dunkirk, Sarah Brink of Van Buren, Sam Darnall of Findlay, Joshua Johnson of Fostoria, Jessica Wickard of Bowling Green, Jeremy Swick of Findlay, Matthias Leguire of Findlay, Brooke Martin of Deshler, Angelica Luna of Findlay, Deserae Mowery of Findlay, Sarah Drier of Findlay, Barbara Fritz of Arlington, Jamye Galm of Findlay, Amanda Lawless of Findlay, Amy Atkinson of Findlay, Kate Trinko of Findlay, Mckenna Elder of Fostoria, Chelsee Beck of Fostoria, Rachel Enright of Findlay, Sandra Fitzgerald of Findlay, Warren Garnes of Findlay, Ashleey Hengsteler of Arcadia, Pamela Rowan of Arlington, Courtney Weaver of Carey, Allexis Bartson of Findlay, Stephanie Coleman of Fostoria, Brittany Eubanks of Bettsville, Aron Faeth of Fostoria, Jacob Hummel of Fostoria, Molly Sampson of Mount Blanchard and Carl Snowden of Fostoria.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Internationally-Known Culinary Explorer Andrew Zimmern, April 30

Posted on April 16th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited on a journey of exotic food exploration and discovery as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts welcomes internationally-known chef, writer and culinary explorer Andrew Zimmern to the Mainstage Theatre for a lecture presentation on Monday, April 30.

Zimmern’s lecture presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Andrew Zimmern is known internationally for his culinary expertise and knowledge,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “He has traveled the world exploring the cuisine of other countries and will share his cultural experiences with attendees as part of a lecture presentation.”

As the co-creator, host and consulting producer of Travel Channel’s series “Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern” and “Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre World”, Zimmern travels the globe exploring food, which is found in world class restaurants as well as in local street carts and jungle markets.

In May 2010, Zimmern was honored with the James Beard Award for Outstanding TV Food Personality. His online series “Appetite for Life” received an Effie in 2010. “Bizarre Foods” also took home two CableFax awards in 2009, one for Best Television Program: Food, and another for Best Online Extras for his other web series “Bizarre Foods in the Kitchen”.

Additionally, Zimmern is a contributing editor and award-winning monthly columnist at the “Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine” and a senior editor at “Delta Sky Magazine”. As a freelance journalist, his work has appeared in numerous national and international publications, including “Food and Wine” and “Saveur”.

Zimmern is also the author of “The Bizarre Truth” and has several books slated for release in the near future.

Tickets for the lecture presentation are $40 for main seating and $30 for raised seating. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Concert Band to Host Spring Pops Concert, April 29

Posted on April 13th, 2012

Selections presented by the Owens Concert Band, which is comprised of Owens students and employees and community members, will include songs from the musicals “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “ABBA on Broadway”, as well as such music as “Semper Fidelis”, “All Glory Told” and “El Choclo”. Guest singer Eddie Boggs will also perform a number of songs to the accompaniment of the Owens Concert Band, including “Our American Soldiers” and “You Raise Me Up“, among others.

Additionally, World War II veteran and Silver Star Medal recipient Earl Geoffrion of Oregon, age 94, will be honored for his bravery and service to his country as part of the Owens Concert Band performance.

For more information about the Spring Pops Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Presents ‘Melodic Expressions’ Seventh Annual Spring Concert Series, April 16-29

Posted on April 10th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic year’s worth of Department of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its seventh annual “Melodic Expressions” Spring Concert Series, April 16-29. The Spring Concert Series will showcase the accomplishments of Owens students in a number of performances ranging from vocal to instrumental.

“‘Melodic Expressions’ is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the tremendous accomplishments of our Owens Community College Department of Fine and Performing Arts students,” said Dr. Douglas Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “The upcoming concerts and ensembles have been mastered through academic learning within the classroom this past year. Events such as ‘Melodic Expressions’ provide our students with a great venue to display such musical talents in a real world setting.”

All events will occur in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Monday, April 16
Owens Musical Theatre Preview
Owens students will perform selections from their upcoming student production “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, April 18
Owens Voices Concert
The College’s student voices ensemble will present a wide selection of extremely popular rock songs as part of a concert performance.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, April 25
Owens Guitar Ensemble
Students from the Owens guitar ensemble class will perform some of their favorite music, showcasing the skills they have acquired through the use of this classic instrument.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Thursday, April 26
Owens Pop Ensemble
Owens student performers within the College’s pop ensemble class will showcase their musical skills during a performance that will highlight an array of genres, including pop, rock and funk, among others.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Friday, April 27
Owens Pop Music Concert
The College’s student voices choir will present a wide selection of extremely popular songs, ranging from musical selections by Michael Jackson to Adele, as part of a concert performance.
(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Sunday, April 29
Owens Concert Band
Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful sounds courtesy of Owens’ concert band class. The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections to include patriotic music, Broadway show tunes and marches.
(2:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

All the performances are open to the public. For more information about the “Melodic Expressions” Spring Concert Series, contact the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Fine and Performing Arts Department and Students Present ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,’ April 13-15 and 20-22

Posted on April 2nd, 2012

Student Theatre Production - "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"

Owens students (L to R) Andy Sweney of Perrysburg (playing Coneybear) and Amber Breault-Albain of Toledo (playing Olive) attempt to get their hands on the spelling bee championship in the theatrical student production "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee".

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – The hilarious tale of a spelling bee championship event will serve as the theatrical focus in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” April 13-15 and 20-22.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 13 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to present such an extremely well-known theatrical production, featuring the talents of both students and community members,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts. “Theatergoers will certainly enjoy the storyline of six awkward teenagers striving to win a spelling bee, which is full of many surprises and an unexpected ending.”

“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” tells the comedic story of six adolescent children all vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime. During the Tony Award-winning production, the cast of young people discover that winning isn’t everything and that losing a spelling bee doesn’t necessarily make you a loser.

The cast is comprised of students from Owens, as well as community members, and the theatrical production is directed by Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts Jeremy Meier. Owens student Diane Schroeder of Sylvania will hold the position of stage manager, while Andrew Oberski of Toledo, Kristen Keller of Toledo and Mallory Myers of Whitehouse will serve as assistant stage managers.

Students involved in the production as cast members include Nick Gallagher of Genoa, Elizabeth Williamson of Perrysburg, Emily Pheils of Rossford, Andy Sweney of Perrysburg, John Toth of Toledo, Alisha Bond of Bowling Green, Joshua Smith of Toledo, Tim Mitchell of Oregon, Ryan Nijakowski of Bowling Green and Silvester Rodriguez IV of Archbold. Community members Gabi Shook of Monclova and Amber Breault-Albain of Toledo are also participating in the production as cast members.

The student production will be performed April 13-14 and 20-21at 7:30 p.m. Matinee performances will also occur April 15 and 22 at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $12 for the general public and $8 for Owens students and employees. All seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information, call the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents Juried Student Art Exhibition, April 3-28

Posted on April 2nd, 2012

The Juried Student Art Exhibition features over 80 pieces of artwork, including Owens student Emily Carros' ceramic work titled "Fecundi Tea"

In addition, the College will host a free opening reception and award ceremony for the exhibit on Saturday, April 14 from 4-6 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens students displaying artwork include Tabitha Adams of Bowling Green, Nick Arquette of Toledo, Devin Bader of Toledo, Andrea Baker of Rossford, Richard Ball of Toledo, Sandi Blair of Toledo, Mark Boggs of Portage, Roberta Borer of Toledo, Mike Budyka of Perrysburg, Terry Burkhead of Toledo, Katie Callahan of Oak Harbor, Emily Carros of Toledo, Maureen Cook of Waterville, Jasmine Cupp of Port Clinton, Nathan Daulbaugh of Toledo, Jose Degollado of Oregon, Isabelle Dickerson of Holland, Jamie Fields of Toledo, Robert Gottschalk of Oregon, Cherie Guthrie of Waterville, Matt Hamilton of Toledo, Timothy Haney of Toledo, Chris Hatfield of Toledo, Averia Hollanshed of Northwood, Andrianne Jennings of Toledo, Mihee Kim of Rossford, Ellen Koeberlein of Whitehouse, Jodie Laing of Toledo, Ron Lauman of Toledo, Katherine Lehnert of Toledo, Nicole Lowery of Toledo, Michael Matuszewsi of Toledo, Kelli Miller of Toledo, David Moyer of Sylvania, Sam Munding of Maumee, Taylor Palicki of Maumee, Clayton Parento of Toledo, Justin Parker of Toledo, Kelly Parkhurst of Sylvania, Michael Pettengill of Oregon, Andrew Pinciotti of Millbury, Katy Reichert of Bowling Green, Katrina Roberts of Toledo, Candace Robinson of Martin, Jessica Russell of Sylvania, Sydney Sawkins of Toledo, Brittany Shaffer of Lindsey, Andrew Smith of Waterville, Barbara Stengle of Toledo, Devon Sturdivant of Toledo, Thomas Sumwalt of Perrysburg, Kathie Vanness of Bowling Green, Paul Verdell of Perrysburg, Janelle Watkins of Holland and Cathy Zeltner of Toledo.

Owens’ Juried Student Art Exhibition features over 80 pieces of artwork in the categories of fine art, photography and commercial art. Fifty-five students enrolled within Fine and Performing Arts courses at Owens have had their artwork accepted for the show. Area artists and professionals served as the jury for the exhibit.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; and from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. For additional information about the exhibit, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Welcomes ‘Reading, Writing & Rithmetic’ Illustrations Exhibit, March 29 – April 20

Posted on March 22nd, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College welcomes the return of the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum to the Findlay-area Campus with original illustrations from children’s books featuring reading, writing and arithmetic as the Library Gallery presents “Reading, Writing & Rithmetic: Illustrations from Children’s Alphabet and Counting Books”, March 29 – April 20.

The Owens Findlay-area Campus Library is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Twenty children’s book illustrations are featured in the “Reading, Writing & Rithmetic” exhibit to include “On Market Street” by author Arnold Lobel and illustrator Anita Lobel, “Hullabaloo ABC” by author Beverly Cleary and illustrator Ted Rand, “The Icky Bug Counting Book” by author Jerry Pallotta and illustrator Ralph Masiello and “Pigs from A to Z” by author and illustrator Arthur Geisert.

The Findlay-area Campus “Reading, Writing & Rithmetic” exhibit is being presented in conjunction with the celebration of April as Month of the Young Child. In addition, the exhibit is designed to encourage children to take interest in literacy and libraries as the College recognizes National Library Week, April 8-14.

Owens Concert Band to Host Winter Pops Concert, March 4

Posted on March 1st, 2012

Musical selections presented by the Owens Concert Band, which is comprised of Owens students and employees and community members, will include “Repasz Band March”, “An American Spectacular”, “Flight of the Bumblebee”, “Tijuana Brass in Concert”, “Trombone Blues”, “Latin Celebration”, “The Lion King”, “Gypsy Caravan”, “Broadway Center Stage” and “A Scottish Portrait”, among others.

Additionally, Owens Community College Interim President John Satkowski will serve as celebrity conductor for the “Washington Post March” musical selection to conclude the concert performance.

For more information about the Winter Pops Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Community College Welcomes Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young Tribute Band, March 2

Posted on February 23rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Timeless sounds from the legendary musical group Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young will fill the air at Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as the tribute band Marrakesh Express takes the stage on Friday, March 2. The Marrakesh Express tribute band will perform in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.
“Owens Community College is proud to welcome Marrakesh Express, widely regarded as one of the leading Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young tribute bands, to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Attendees will be captivated by the group’s authentic four-part harmonious sound that brings to life the iconic group at the height of their stardom in the late 1960s.”

Marrakesh Express is known nationwide for its ability to bring to life the musical sound of the legendary group Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Featuring four harmonizing vocalists and an accompanying band, Marrakesh Express performs an array of musical selections that topped the charts during the 1960s and beyond. Among the songs performed by the group are “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes”, “Ohio”, “Teach Your Children”, “Our House”, “Love the One You’re With” and “Marrakesh Express”.
The tribute group has showcased their musical talents and performed at venues nationwide, including at the Woodstock 40th Anniversary Tribute Concert in 2009.

Tickets for the Marrakesh Express concert are $26. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents ‘In Full Bloom’ Painting Exhibit, Feb. 20 – March 23

Posted on February 16th, 2012

Nancy Wikoff Leetch's watercolor painting titled "Sunflowers in Flow Blue Pitcher" is showcased in the Owens Library Gallery's current exhibition on the Findlay-area Campus.

FINDLAY, Ohio – Vibrant, colorful paintings depicting flowers and landscapes by artist Nancy Wikoff Leetch will serve as focus to the current art exhibition on Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus as the Library Gallery presents “In Full Bloom”, Feb. 20 – March 23.

In addition, the College will host a reception and lecture presentation with Leetch on Tuesday, Feb. 21 from 5-7 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is excited to present the amazing artistic work of Nancy Wikoff Leetch in the Library Gallery,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Flowers and landscapes – painted in her signature sunlit and expressive style – are her subjects in the colorful show. Nancy’s paintings are the perfect antidote for the gloomy days of winter as attendees will be amazed by the vibrant colors, which certainly conjure images of sunny summer days.”

Leetch’s professional interest in painting became a reality after obtaining her master’s degree in studio painting and drawing from Bowling Green State University at the age of 53. Her career has taken her abroad traveling to such countries as England, Ireland, France and Mexico and she has exhibited in shows throughout the Northwest Ohio region. The Bowling Green resident has her paintings in several corporate holdings, including at The Ohio State University and Wood County Hospital. Additionally, Leetch’s paintings are currently on display at Art A Site! Gallery in Bowling Green.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents ‘Women Working Together’ Fiber Exhibit, Feb. 21 – March 23

Posted on February 14th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – A wide variety of fiber media and techniques to create individual and collaborative works will be featured in the Owens Community College Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery as part of an exhibit titled “Women Working Together”, Feb. 21 – March 23. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to the exhibit, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to a free exhibit reception on Friday, Feb. 24 from 6-8 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“Owens Community College is proud to continue the art exhibition season with such a unique exhibit that showcases some of the finest local fiber artists around,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Fiber techniques, often considered to be predominantly feminism traditions, are used by artists associated with the Northwest Ohio group Fiberforum as a means of personal reflection and as ways to express what it means to exist in the world today. Attendees will truly enjoy the masterful fiber work of some the region’s most talented fiber artists.”

Individuals showcasing their artistic work as part of Owens’ current exhibit are all members of the local Fiberforum organization. Established in 1973, Fiberforum is a group of dedicated fiber artists who are committed to providing a forum to discuss and share imagery and techniques specific to the fiber craft. The organization encourages the appreciation of traditional fiber media techniques as well as ways in which these techniques can be expanded to more diverse artistic works. Whether the art is quilted, woven, dyed, knitted, embellished, felted, stitched or made of handmade paper, fibers form a common thread that demonstrate the diversity of the group’s expressions.

Fiberforum has exhibited their work throughout the region. Area fiber artists showcasing their talents as part of the “Women Working Together” fiber exhibit include Sharon Hammer Baker of Findlay, Debby Bewley of Bowling Green, Gerry Brock of Perrysburg, Linda Drove of Toledo, Monica Edgerton-Sperry of Perrysburg, Judy Kahle of Wauseon, Patty Kehoe of Maumee, Susan Krueger of Bowling Green, Pamela MacGregor of McClure, Frances Parry of Monclova, Jo Scaife of Findlay, Connie Stark of Toledo and Letty Roller of Santa Fe, N.M.

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Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Core Ensemble’s ‘Of Ebony Embers’ Performance, Feb. 24

Posted on February 14th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents will have the opportunity to experience a unique artistic performance developed by Core Ensemble that features a theatrical narrative to chamber music as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance” on Friday, Feb. 24.

Presented in conjunction with the College’s celebration of Black History Month, Core Ensemble’s performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again welcome internationally-acclaimed Core Ensemble to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Core Ensemble’s chamber music theatre presentation of ‘Of Ebony Embers’ combines both the theatrical narrative and chamber music in a unique artistic expression that celebrates theatre, music and the Harlem Renaissance era in New York City. Attendees will be amazed by the group’s talents and compelling performance.”

Core Ensemble’s presentation of “Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance” will feature actor Chris White portraying multiple characters while interacting with the onstage musical cello, percussion and piano trio. Notable poets highlighted during the performance are Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen and Claude McKay. With a script written by Akin Babatunde, “Of Ebony Embers” will also feature musical works by jazz legends Duke Ellington and Charles Mingus, among others.

Since its inception in 1993, Core Ensemble has garnered international acclaim for its unique chamber music theatre work. Touring venues and events worldwide, the group has made appearances at Harvard University, the Guggenheim Museum and the Moscow Autumn Festival, among many other locations. Additionally, the ensemble was named the recipient of the 2000 Eugene McDermott Award for Excellence in the Arts by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has received support from the State of Florida Department of Cultural Affairs, New England Foundation for the Arts and Palm Beach County Cultural Council.

Tickets for Core Ensemble’s “Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance” performance are $18. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

OwensCommunity CollegePresents Eisenhower Dance Ensemble, Feb. 17

Posted on February 3rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – An exhilarating evening of dance and folk and rock music will engulf the stage at Owens Community College as Michigan’s premier contemporary dance company the Eisenhower Dance Ensemble performs in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on Friday, Feb. 17.

The performance, titled “Dances from the Heart of Rock and Roll”, will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome arguably one of the nation’s leading dance organizations to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.“Attendees are sure to appreciate the Eisenhower Dance Ensemble’s amazing creative expression and artistic excellence in a performance that showcases a variety of popular folk and rock music.”

Now in its 21st season, the Eisenhower Dance Ensemble is a professional contemporary dance company based in metro Detroit. Long considered one of the Midwest’s leading contemporary dance companies, the organization performs an annual subscription series, provides masters classes, holds residencies and is invited to perform at venues throughout the country. Eisenhower Dance Ensemble has worked in collaboration with the Michigan Opera Theatre, Detroit Chamber Winds and Strings and the Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival. In addition, the Eisenhower Dance Ensemble offers world-class dance instruction to students of all ages and levels of ability at its two school locations.

Familiar rock artists and musical work being featured during the group’s “Dance from the Heart of Rock and Roll” performance at Owens will include Bob Dylan, Van Morrison and Bonnie Raitt, complemented by an array of choreographed contemporary dance routines.

Tickets for the Eisenhower Dance Ensemble are $24. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu ( https://www.owens.edu/ )or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

OwensCommunity CollegeHosts Auditions for Upcoming Musical Theatre Production, Jan. 30-31

Posted on January 23rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in performing in the upcoming student production of the “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” are invited to open musical theatre auditions at Owens Community College, Jan. 30-31.

Auditions will take place Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 30 and 31, from 6-9 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Callback auditions will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each individual is encouraged to prepare a monologue as part of the audition or a monologue will be provided for them. Additionally, participants must prepare a pop song or musical selection to be sung during the audition. An accompanist will be provided for the performance. The theatre production dates are April 13-15 and 20-22.

Attendees are required to make an appointment prior to the audition dates. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Internationally-Known Ghost Hunter Dustin Pari, Jan. 27

Posted on January 10th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn what it is like to investigate places that are known to be haunted as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts welcomes internationally-known paranormal investigator Dustin Pari to the Mainstage Theatre for a lecture presentation on Friday, Jan. 27.

Pari’s lecture presentation will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is honored welcome internationally-known paranormal investigator Dustin Pari to Northwest Ohio for a very unique presentation about the spirit world,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Lecture attendees are in for an evening of insightful discussion about the interactions between humans and spirits from the afterlife and how paranormal experts investigate such occurrences.”

Pari will provide insight into firsthand accounts with spirits from the afterlife as part of an interactive lecture presentation. Additionally, he will share with lecture attendees how investigators “hunt” for spirits and the types of electronic equipment used to capture paranormal findings. The paranormal expert will also present evidence of spiritual activity as documented through videos, audio and photos.

Pari discovered his fascination with paranormal activity at a young age. That initial interest as a child has evolved into a career as he now serves as an internationally-known investigator and researcher in the area of the paranormal. Pari has traveled worldwide investigating paranormal activity and presented before community groups and organizations throughout the country. He also appeared throughout several seasons of Syfy Channel’s “Ghost Hunters” and “Ghost Hunters International” television shows.

Additionally, Pari is the founder of The Patch Ministry, a non-profit Christian ministry, and tours the country giving inspirational lectures about faith.

Tickets for the lecture presentation are $25 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Showcases Monday Morning Painters Exhibit, Jan. 12 – Feb. 10

Posted on January 6th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to view an array of contemporary paintings showcasing regional water and nature scenes as Owens Community College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presents a new exhibit by the Monday Morning Painters organization, Jan. 12 – Feb. 10.

The Monday Morning Painters artwork is being showcased on the exterior exhibition wall of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery, which is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Additionally, the College will host a reception for the Monday Morning Painters organization from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 20. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. The Monday Morning Painters’ exhibit reception is occurring in conjunction with a reception for the “Maumee Bay” exhibit, which is on display inside the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

Individuals showcasing their artistic work at Owens are all members of the local Monday Morning Painters organization. Established in 1958, the Monday Morning Painters is a group of dedicated professional artists who meet every Monday morning for breakfast and then paint together, each using their favorite medium such as watercolor, acrylic, oil or pastel. Twenty-one artistic pieces, depicting various beach, lake, light house, bridge and river scenes, will be featured on the exterior wall of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Each artist utilized the plein air technique in their paintings.

The Monday Morning Painters has over 30 active members and many have earned regional and national acclaim for their paintings. Area artists exhibiting their work at the College will include Tom Durnford of Sylvania, Jim Brower of Toledo, Larry Golba of Toledo, Ed Marks of Toledo, Paul Brand of Toledo, Richard Maxfield of Toledo and Owens faculty member Philip Koenigseker of Temperance, Mich., among others.

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Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents ‘Maumee Bay’ Exhibit, Jan. 10 – Feb. 10

Posted on January 5th, 2012

Ceramicist Barbara Miner's ceramic shells are among the many artistic expressions on display as part of the "Maumee Bay" exhibit in the Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College will open the 2012 exhibition season with an array of artwork that showcases the beauty and science of Northwest Ohio’s Maumee Bay ecosystem as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presents the exhibit titled “Maumee Bay”, Jan. 10 – Feb. 10. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to the exhibit, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to a lecture presentation about the impact of industry, agriculture and waste disposal on the Maumee River watershed by Lake Erie Center Director Dr. Carol Stepien on Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 3:30 p.m. in the Water E. Terhune Art Gallery. A free exhibit reception will also take place on Friday, Jan. 20 from 6-8 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“Owens Community College is excited to present such a unique exhibition that explores Maumee Bay’s ecosystem through fibers, photography, ceramics and mixed media,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Drawing on research and data gathered by Owens students in the College’s Introduction to Ecology class for the Ohio Scenic Rivers Program and the University of Toledo’s Lake Erie Center, the marriage of visual arts and science provides an in-depth look at the impact of industry, agriculture, climate and non-native species on the Maumee River watershed.”

Four artists, who have garnered regional and national artistic acclaim, will showcase their expressions and interpretations of the Maumee Bay ecosystem through various fibers, photography, ceramics and mixed media as part of the “Maumee Bay” exhibition, including Photographer Wendy Burton, Adrian College Art and Design Professor and Fiber Artist Pi Benio, University of Toledo Associate Professor of Art and Ceramicist Barbara Miner and Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Part-Time Coordinator and Mixed Media Artist Wynn Perry. Approximately 20 featured artistic pieces, including two installations, will be on display in Owens’ “Maumee Bay” exhibit.

In addition, information will be presented by research scientists with the University of Toledo’s Lake Erie Center and Owens students in the College’s Introduction to Ecology class, which is taught by Owens Associate Professor of Science Joanne Roehrs. Each semester, Owens students assist in monitoring the Maumee River watershed as part of their experiential learning. They gather samples to study water turbidity data and macro-invertebrate. As part of the Ohio Stream Quality Monitoring Project, Owens student submit their collected data to the Ohio Scenic Rivers Program.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents ‘Layers of Color, Layers of Meaning’ Exhibit, Jan. 9 – Feb. 17

Posted on January 2nd, 2012

Artist Ann Reddy Damon's painting titled "Poolside" will be featured along with many other artwork in "Layers of Color, Layers of Meaning" exhibit at the Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery.

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus continues the 2011-12 arts season with vibrant, colorful paintings by artist Ann Reddy Damon as the Library Gallery presents “Layers of Color, Layers of Meaning” exhibit, Jan. 9 – Feb. 17.

In addition, the College will host a reception and lecture presentation with Reddy Damon on Wednesday, Jan. 11 from 6-8 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is excited to welcome highly regarded artist Ann Reddy Damon to the Library Gallery,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Ann’s amazing artistic expressions focus on the people and things she loves. She sees, in her life, in her work and in her art, the interrelationships between the story and its process of creation. Exhibit attendees will be amazed by her extraordinary artistic talents and how the layers of luminous color bring her paintings to life.”

Reddy Damon’s artistic passion began while studying painting at Bowling Green State University. Her painting process, which is called technique mixte, focuses on relationships between subjects and shapes and colors. The process begins with a full drawing followed by a layer of lights and darks to build shape. Thin layers of luminous color complete the artistic technique. Her artwork has been on display at various venues throughout the region and has garnered several awards and honors highlighted by the Findlay Art League’s “Best of May Show” and Wassenberg Art Center’s “Best of Show”. Reddy Damon was also awarded second place in the Community Gallery Findlay Area Artists Exhibition at the Toledo Museum of Art.

The Findlay resident is a graduate from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and holds certification in library media from the University of Toledo. Reddy Damon serves as a Library Media Specialist for Tiffin City Schools. Before coming to Tiffin, she taught at North Baltimore High School. She is a member of the National Council of Teachers of English and a Studio Artist in the Jones Building in Findlay.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Presents Student-Directed ‘The Closing Broadcast’ Debut Film Screening, Dec. 16

Posted on December 8th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Edge of your seat suspense will engulf the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College serves as the debut screening venue of the student-directed film “The Closing Broadcast” on Friday, Dec. 16.

The film will be shown at 8 p.m. in the College’s Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Directed, written and co-produced by Owens student Matthew Cooper of Defiance, the 45-minute film “The Closing Broadcast” shares the story of Jeri Kline and her adventurous evening as an overnight television news producer. Reports start to come into the newsroom that Kline’s city and country are under attack by unknown forces. While trying to gather the facts to the unconfirmed reports, Kline has to overcome several obstacles to the truth, all while struggling to keep her last truly personal relationship with her boyfriend from eroding throughout the evening.

“Movie goers are in for an evening of intense drama,” said Cooper, a theatre major at Owens. “The film focuses a lot on priorities and what is important in a person’s life. If this day were your last, would you be happy with how you used it?”

The Fairview High School graduate, who has aspirations of a career in the film industry added, “I couldn’t be more appreciative of everyone who was involved in making this film. All scenes were filmed in Northwest Ohio and feature local actors and actresses.”

Tickets for the film “The Closing Broadcast” are $10 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents ‘It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre’ Production, Dec. 14

Posted on November 29th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to take a journey back to the 1940s and the Golden Age of Radio as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents an authentic “live radio broadcast” of Frank Capra’s beloved film “It’s A Wonderful Life” on Wednesday, Dec. 14. This marks the theatre production’s second appearance at Owens.

Titled “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre”, the production will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to once bring to Northwest Ohio’s surrounding communities a theatre production that certainly rekindles memories of a time when families gathered around the radio for entertainment,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “A bygone era of radio will come alive at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts as the ‘On-Air’ sign lights up and actors and actresses tell the story of the heartwarming holiday classic ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ from the studios of WVL Radio.”

Barkan added, “I encourage area residents to purchase their tickets very soon as the seating for the theatre production is extremely limited due to popular demand.”

Produced by the North Carolina State Company and Immediate Theatre Project, “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre” retells the uplifting and bittersweet tale of George Bailey’s close call with death on Christmas Eve and the profound impact it has on those around him. More than 30 characters and numerous locations of Frank Capra’s timeless classic film will be showcased in the form of live radio drama. Popular in the 1940s, the live studio radio broadcast will feature a small group of actors and actresses as well as old-fashioned radio sound effects to bring the town of Bedford Falls to life.

Since 2006, the North Carolina State Company and Immediate Theatre Project have produced the radio play version of “It’s A Wonderful Life” for audiences initially in Asheville, N.C. The production, which was adapted for the stage by W.V.R. Repoley, can now be seen at theatrical venues throughout the country.

Tickets for “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre” performance are $20 and all seats are reserved. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College Concert Band to Honor World War II Pearl Harbor Veterans During Holiday Concert, Dec. 4

Posted on November 28th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College will welcome the holiday season, as well as pay tribute to four Northwest Ohio World War II veterans who were present when the United States was attacked by Japan at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, as the Concert Band presents its annual holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 4.

The holiday concert will begin 2:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“It is truly an honor to recognize our country’s brave men and women who have and are serving our country,” said Fred Dais, Owens Adjunct Instructor in Fine and Performing Arts and Concert Band Conductor. “America would not experience freedom as we know it without their selfless acts to defend and preserve our democracy. We are eternally grateful and Owens Community College’s Concert Band is proud to recognize them.”

Musical selections presented by the Owens Concert Band, which is comprised of Owens students and employees and community members, will include “The Star Spangled Banner”, “Under The Double Eagle”, “The Spirit of Christmas”, “Rhapsody for Euphonium”, “Happy Holiday/White Christmas”, “Christmas a la Big Band”, “A Celebration of Hanukkah”, “A Fireside Christmas”, “Fiddler on the Roof”, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “Salute to the Colors”.

Prior to the performance of “At Dawn They Slept (December 7, 1941)”, the remaining four World War II veterans from Northwest Ohio, who were serving their country 70 years ago at Pearl Harbor when the United States was attacked Japan, will be honored for dedication and commitment to their country. The four American service men being honored are Tom Child of Findlay, James Gilbert of Toledo, John Fox of Sylvania and Charles Kessinger of Toledo. Both Child and Gilbert will not be in attendance. Additionally, all American service men and women in attendance will be recognized during the holiday concert.

Students involved in the College’s Concert Band include Elizabeth Brandeberry of Fostoria (flute), Tina Brandeberry of Fostoria (bass clarinet), Christina Little of Maumee (clarinet), Jeff Calbert of Toledo (trumpet) and Desera Dean of Bowling Green (clarinet).

Community members participating in the musical group are Lynn Phillips of Ottawa Hills (oboe), Andrew Phillips of Toledo (bassoon), Janet Clapsaddle of Genoa (flute), Maureen Fondessy of Oregon (flute), Sandy Krichbaum of Monclova (flute), Sandy Stewart of Ottawa Hills (flute), Kathy Applehans of Graytown (clarinet), Bill Bergman of Oak Harbor (clarinet), Robert Krichbaum of Monclova (clarinet), Connie Shiple of Oregon (clarinet), Greg Thomas of Toledo (clarinet), Loren Kline of Oregon (bass clarinet), Jan Miller of Oregon (alto saxophone), Larry Spencer of Genoa (alto saxophone), Brenda Searle of Maumee (alto saxophone), Dave Ziems of Oak Harbor (tenor saxophone), Jenny Blum of Genoa (French horn), Tory McCarthy of Toledo (French horn), John Wilson of Northwood (French horn), Jeff Brenneman of Toledo (trumpet), Gloria Buck of Walbridge (trumpet), Pam Ferrera of Genoa (trumpet), Mike Toneff of Millbury (trumpet), Mark Padley of Martin (trumpet), Edwin Knepper of Walbridge (trumpet), Clayton Weis of Millbury (trumpet), Jim Myers of Archbold (trumpet), Ben Randall of Toledo (tuba), John Harris of Oak Harbor (baritone), Bill Bacher of Moline (trombone), David Beekley of Holland (trombone), Dan Buehrer of Moline (trombone), Gerald Lonsway of Oregon (trombone), Jane Brenneman of Toledo (percussion), John Lesniewicz of Port Clinton (percussion), Ron Miller of Oregon (percussion), Josh Rood of Toledo (percussion) and Alex McIntire of Toledo (bass guitar).

Owens faculty and staff involved in the Owens Concert Band include Chair of Fine and Performing Arts Dr. Doug Mead of Perrysburg (oboe), Adjunct Instructor in Fine and Performing Arts Zachary Kruez of Toledo (percussion) and Adjunct Instructor in Fine and Performing Arts Fred Dais of Genoa (conductor).

For more information about the Owens Holiday Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Fall Student Art Exhibit, Nov. 29 – Dec. 9

Posted on November 21st, 2011

Additionally, the College will host a free community event, featuring Owens students, titled “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” on Tuesday, Nov. 29. Owens student artists will share insight about their artistic expressions during a reception, which will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is delighted to once again showcase the many talents of our students,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The artistic expressions are extremely individualized and reflect the unique creative abilities and inspirations of each student artist. I encourage area residents to visit the Library Gallery and view their unique work.”

The Fall Student Art Exhibition features numerous pieces of artwork from photography to drawings created by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Fundamentals of Drawing” course, which is instructed by Rhonda Grubbs, Owens Adjunct Instructor. In this course, students obtain experiential learning within various areas, including the study of object drawing, form organization, value, perspective, proportion and texture.

In addition, student artists enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 2D Design” course, instructed by Erika Clark, will present their artistic expressions within the Library Gallery. In this course, students develop an understanding of basic studio art principles, critical skills and media manipulation, covering the topics of color theory and the use of two-dimensional space.

Students from the College’s “Black and White Photography I” course instructed by Melissa Harding, Owens Adjunct Instructor, will showcase their artistic work as part of the exhibit. The class focuses on photography both as a fine art and for commercial means. Students learn about the development of skills related to visual literacy, film exposure, making prints and preparing prints for exhibition, among many other areas.

Students within the College’s “Digital Photography I” course will also showcase their talents as part of the exhibition. Instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Jeremy Wadsworth, the course provides students with a hands-on introduction to digital imaging technologies and techniques related to photography.

Students whose work will be displayed are Tandy Fletcher of Carey, Danielle Leonard of Findlay, Robert Pryor of Fostoria, Chelsea Raitz of Tiffin, Rachael Rose of Cloverdale, Katie Trinko of Findlay, Angela West of Tiffin, Amy Atkinson of Findlay, Tammy Clark of Arcadia, Ariel Duling of Sylvania, Deziree Lamon of Findlay, Amanda Lawless of Findlay, Kaila Meisner of Findlay, Allison Mull of North Baltimore, Amanda Patterson of Findlay, Richard Pioch of Findlay, Cassandra Stechschulte of Columbus Grove, Abigail Beeson of Fostoria, Aarin Schalk of New Riegel, Bettye Crawford of Findlay, Samantha Clayton of North Baltimore, Lizzy Hile of Findlay, Patrisha Siefer of Findlay, Julie Kline of Tiffin, Alisha Rowe of Findlay, Ryan Straub of Old Fort, Carlee Fletcher of Findlay, Jordan Jaskiewicz of Findlay, Sarah Brink of Van Buren, Jessica Ellerbrock of Leipsic, Nicole Johnson of Cloverdale, Megan Allsup of Fostoria, Suzanne Armstrong of Fostoria, Sarah Brink of Van Buren, YoonKyung Chung of Yoe-Euido Youngdeung of Korea, Angelique Curtis of Bowling Green, Rachel Enright of Findlay, Ashleey Hengsteler of Arcadia, Selena Ho of Findlay, Kendel Kissinger of Weston and Ambre Martinez of Bowling Green.

Additionally, Owens students within the Oh! Art student club will share various original artistic expressions as part of the fall art exhibition.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Fine and Performing Arts Department and Students Present ‘Picasso at the Lapin Agile,’ Nov. 17-20

Posted on November 3rd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Brilliant minds of a bygone era will converge in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “Picasso at the Lapin Agile,” Nov. 17-20.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Department for Fine and Performing Arts is excited to present such a unique theatrical production, which brings together the odd combination of art, science and comedy,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts. “‘Picasso at the Lapin Agile’ takes an insightful look into the lives of several geniuses before their world-changing accomplishments. Attendees of all ages will truly enjoy the characters as performed by the College’s students and community members and the many surprises that take place throughout the production.”

Written by Steve Martin, “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” tells the comedic story of Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso and their meeting at a Parisian café in 1904. Both individuals, who are on the verge of world-changing accomplishments, find themselves in a lengthy discussion about the value of genius and talent to the interest of many additional bystanders, including Picasso’s agent and the local bartender.

The cast of “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” is comprised of students from Owens, as well as community residents, and the theatrical production is directed by Jeremy Meier. Owens students Diane Schroeder of Sylvania and Kristen Keller of Toledo will hold the positions of stage manager and assistant stage manager, respectively.

Students involved in the production as cast members include John Toth of Toledo, Silvester Rodriguez IV of Walbridge, Emily Pheils of Rossford, Jordan Jarvis of Perrysburg, Morgan Rife of Woodville, Joshua Smith of Toledo, Jeremy Stone of Toledo, Rose DiNardo of Toledo and Zachary Post of Woodville. Community member Matthew Johnston of Maumee is also participating in the production as cast member.

“Picasso at the Lapin Agile” will be performed Nov. 17-19 at 7:30 p.m. A matinee performance will also occur on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 3 p.m.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery to Host Ninth Annual Faculty Art Exhibition, Nov. 8 – Dec. 3

Posted on November 3rd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Community members will have the opportunity to view the diverse and vibrant work of some of Northwest Ohio’s finest artists as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the ninth annual Faculty Art Exhibition, Nov. 8 – Dec. 3. The exhibition will be on display in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is honored to showcase some of the finest artistic work of Owens Community College’s faculty as part of the annual Faculty Art Exhibition,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Gallery attendees will truly enjoy the uniqueness and diversity of the exhibit as presented by award-winning graphic designers, photographers, painters, printmakers and sculptures.”

The art showcase features artwork created by many notable and highly acclaimed Owens faculty members, including Kelly Averill-Savino of Toledo, David Cantor of Toledo, Michelle Carlson of Toledo, Mania Dajnak of Perrysburg, Ruth Foote of Toledo, Jim Fultz of Bluffton, Philip Hazard of Toledo, Barbara Johnson of Sylvania, Lori King of Toledo, Nancy Light of Waterville, Carey Marten of Toledo, Kevin Schroeder of Toledo, John Walz of Waterville, Sally Welch of Perrysburg, Gary Wittenmyer of Bowling Green, Mark Pechlivanos of Toledo and Melissa Pastin-Harding of McClure. A wide range of visual media will be featured, including works of art in the areas of painting, printmaking, ceramics, photography, graphic design, glass and sculpture.

To celebrate the faculty art exhibit, a free reception will occur on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 4-6 p.m. in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

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Owens Fine and Performing Arts Department Presents ‘Creative Noises Live’ Fourth Annual Fall Artist Series, Nov. 8 – Dec. 4

Posted on October 28th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music, song, dance and theatre are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic semester’s worth of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its fourth annual “Creative Noises Live” Fall Artist Series, Nov. 8 – Dec. 4.

“Owens Community College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts is proud to once again present ‘Creative Noises Live’ and showcase the talents of our students and faculty,” said Dr. Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “I encourage area residents to attend one or more of the many upcoming concerts, ensembles and performances and support the College’s Fine and Performing Arts.”

All events will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Tuesday, November 8

Owens Student Musical Showcase

Attendees will have the opportunity to be amazed by the musical talents of Owens students Ben Barefoot and Matt Truman as they share a sampling of their original works during two separate solo performances.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, November 9

Owens Guitar Ensemble

Students from the Owens guitar ensemble class will perform some of their favorite music, showcasing the skills they have acquired through the use of this classic instrument.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Thursday, November 10

“The Silent Actors” Performance

Owens students within the character movement class will share an array of original pantomime performances.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Tuesday, November 15

Owens Jazz Express

Owens student performers from the Jazz Express group will showcase their many talents through numerous crowd-pleasing musical favorites that highlight many diverse styles of jazz ranging from New Orleans to hip hop.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, November 16

Owens Choir and Voice Performance

Area residents are invited to enjoy the amazing sounds of the College’s vocal students as part of an afternoon performance. The event will feature a wide range of music as well as a preview of the upcoming choir concert.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Harp Performance by Owens Adjunct Instructor Denise Grupp-Verbon

(6 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre)

Thursday, November 17

Owens Pop Music Ensemble

Owens student performers within the College’s pop ensemble class will showcase their musicals skills during a performance that will highlight an array of genres, including rock, soul and funk, among others.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Rotunda)

Monday, November 28

Owens Choir Concert

The College’s student choir class will feature a sundry of American folk songs, as well as spiritual selections, that feature their vocal talents and abilities.

(8 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Friday, December 2

Owens Dance Showcase

Owens students will showcase their dancing talents and choreography skills to accompanied music in various genres, including ballet, jazz, hip hop and modern dance.

(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Sunday, December 4

Owens Concert Band Holiday Concert

Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful holiday sounds courtesy of Owens’ concert band class. The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections to usher in the holiday season.

(2:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

All the performances, excluding the Owens Dance Showcase, are free and the public is encouraged to attend. Admission cost to the Owens Dance Showcase on Dec. 2 is $5. For more information about the “Creative Noises Live” Fall Artist Series, contact the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents Duelling Divas Operatic Performance, Oct. 14

Posted on October 3rd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to witness comedy and note-perfect arias collide as the Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents the Duelling Divas in an operatic performance on Friday, Oct. 14.

The performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Attendees are in for an evening of operatic theatre unlike any other previous performance setting,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “High notes serve as the weapons of choice as the nationally-recognized Duelling Divas battle each other for stage time and the attention of the audience.”

The creation of Birgit Fioravante and Wendy Reynolds, the Duelling Divas are known for delivering both comedy and note-perfect arias into their performances, all while battling one another for stage time. The performance, which features Baroness Vladka von Loudenstimme (played by Birgit Fioravante) and Gwendoline Josephine Bellevoix Bouvier (played by Wendy Reynolds), details the life of two operatic divas and their need to serve as the focal point on stage. An array of operatic classics, show tunes, piano solos and comedy accompany the Duelling Divas’ duel for attention. Serving as the comedic referee and piano accompanist during the operatic performance is Paige Turner (played by Dr. Heather Coltman).

Since 2006, the Duelling Divas have showcased their operatic talents to thousands of individuals at theatrical venues and music festivals throughout the country, including the Orlando International Fringe Festival in Orlando, Fla., the Merrick-Bellmore Community Concert Series in Merrick, N.Y., and the Florissant Civic Center Theatre in Florissant, Mo.

Tickets for the Duelling Divas performance are $24 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Presents ‘Diners’ Art Exhibit, Oct. 3 – Nov. 22

Posted on September 27th, 2011

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery's "Diners" exhibit will feature such work as Valerie Escobedo's oil painting titled "Avoidance".

FINDLAY, OH – An array of photographs, paintings, fiber art and poetry that rekindles memories of a bygone era when diners were one of America’s favorite eateries will serve as the focus to the new Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus exhibit as the Library Gallery presents “Diners”, Oct. 3 – Nov. 22.

To celebrate the opening of the art exhibit, Owens’ Library Gallery will serve as host to a free lecture by several of the artists and a reception on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 6-8 p.m. The reception and lecture are free and open to the public and will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is excited to showcase an era when diners were at the center of American culture,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Exhibition visitors will certainly enjoy the amazing artwork by several nationally recognized artists as they bring to life the nostalgic diners of yesteryear through their photographs, paintings, fiber art and poetry.”

Artists from around the country, who have garnered regional and national artistic acclaim, will showcase their expressions and interpretations of diners through a contemporary and traditional perspective as part of the “Diners” art exhibit, including University of Findlay Assistant Professor of Art Valerie Escobedo of Findlay, University of Findlay Associate Professor of English Marianna Hofer of Findlay, Photographer and Author Jim Ross of Arcadia, Okla., and University of Findlay Adjunct Instructor and Fiber Artist Sharon Hammer Baker of Findlay.

Approximately 30 featured artistic pieces will be on display in Owens’ “Diners” exhibit highlighted by photographs of historic U.S. Route 66 diners, paintings, fiber art in the form of diner-style aprons and restaurant menus comprised of poetry.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Welcomes Gaudete Brass Quintet, Oct. 6

Posted on September 26th, 2011

Gaudete Brass Quintet

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Rich, multi-faceted songs and musical styles from differing historical periods will reverberate throughout the Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as the academic institution welcomes back the Gaudete Brass Quintet in concert on Thursday, Oct. 6.

Presented by the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts, the Gaudete Brass Quintet will perform in the College’s Studio Theatre Room 11 at 11 a.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and open to the public.

The Gaudete Brass Quintet, which made its first appearance at Owens in 2009, has quickly established itself as one of the finest brass chamber ensembles in the country today. Founded in 2004, the quintet is committed to sharing the great brass quintet literature with audiences nationwide. The group has served as Artists-in-Residence at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wis., and has been featured on a number of prominent concert series, including the Fourth Presbyterian Noon Center Series in Chicago, the Noon Concert Series at the University of Chicago, Fine Arts at First at the First Methodist Church in Kenosha, Wis., and Musical Mondays in Milwaukee.

Comprised of Ryan Berndt (trumpet), Jean McCullough (horn), Paul Von Hoff (trombone), Scott Tegge (tuba) and Bill Baxtresser (trumpet), the quintet has also performed on live radio broadcasts on the “Live in Studio C” program on Nashville Public Radio, the 21st Century Classical program on WSME in Milwaukee and Kenosha Public Radio. The group is committed to expanding the brass quintet repertoire, commissioning works by James Woodward (premiered in 2008) and John Cheetham. In 2007, the group celebrated the centenary of Alec Wilder with the playing of his Suite No. 1 for Brass Quintet.

Their accomplishments include performances in the semi-finals of the 2007 and 2008 Plowman Chamber Music Competition and the semi-finals of the 2007 Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. Sought after as teachers as well as performers, the group has presented clinics at several colleges and universities, including Vanderbilt University, Western Illinois University, the University of Georgia, the University of Alabama and the University of Notre Dame, among others. In 2006, the Gaudete Brass Quintet released its first CD, “Brass Outings”, featuring Andre Previn’s Four Outings for Brass.

For more information about this event, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Hosts Auditions for Upcoming Theatre Production, Sept. 26-27

Posted on September 21st, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in performing in the upcoming student production of the “Piscasso at the Lapin Agile” are invited to open theatre auditions at Owens Community College, Sept. 26-27.

Auditions will take place Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 26 and 27, from 6-9 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Callback auditions will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each individual is encouraged to prepare a monologue as part of the audition or a monologue will be provided for them. The theatre production dates are Nov. 17-20.

Written by Steve Martin, “Piscasso at the Lapin Agile” tells the comedic story of Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso and their meeting at a Parisian café in 1904. Both individuals, who are on the verge of world-changing accomplishments, find themselves in a lengthy discussion about the value of genius and talent to the interest of many additional bystanders, including Picasso’s agent and the local bartender.

Attendees are required to make an appointment prior to the audition dates. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Welcomes Nationally Acclaimed Artist Jeff Brouws, Sept. 21 – Oct. 29

Posted on September 19th, 2011

Owens' exhibit titled "Approaching Nowhere" will feature an array of Jeff Brouws' artistic expressions, including the diptych photography "LTV Steel, Cleveland".

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College invites area residents to visit the brilliantly artistic world of nationally acclaimed artist Jeff Brouws through his emotionally vivid photography of rural, urban and suburban cultural landscapes as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presents a new exhibit titled “Approaching Nowhere”, Sept. 21 – Oct. 29. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Additionally, Owens will serve as host to a lecture by guest artist Jeff Brouws on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. A free exhibit reception will immediately follow the lecture in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“Owens Community College’s upcoming exhibit ‘Approaching Nowhere’ is a moving mediation on the loss of place and texture in the contemporary American landscape,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Jeff Brouws’ luminous images elegantly capture the complex, surprising beauty and desolation of visual life in our time, as seen from the American road. The beauty of the work reflects both Brouws’ perceptive vision of the country’s changing face and his concern for the shifting shape of its soul.”

Brouws is a self-taught artist who began pursuing photography at the age of 13. During his career, Brouws has compiled a visual survey of America’s evolving rural, urban and suburban cultural landscapes. Using single photographs as subtle narrative and compiling typologies to index the nation’s character, he is known for capturing the “readymades” found in many of these environments. Influenced by the New Topographic Movement, the artist books of Ed Ruscha, as well as the writings of cultural geographers like J.B. Jackson and John Stilgoe, Brouws has combined anthropological inquiry and a bleak aesthetic beauty in his photographs.

Images depicted in Brouws’ photographs include strip malls, homogenized housing tracts and fast food chains, as well as abandoned manufacturing sites, low-income housing and other commercial ruins.

Brouws is the author of seven books including his most recent titled “Approaching Nowhere”, which was published by W.W. Norton in 2006. His photographs can be found in major private and public collections including the Whitney Museum of Art, the San Francisco Museum of Art, Harvard’s Fogg Museum, Princeton University Art Museum and the Henry Art Museum.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Musical Composer, Author Dr. David Cutler to Speak at Owens, Sept. 26

Posted on September 16th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in gaining insight into how to become a successful professional musician are invited to attend a free lecture presentation featuring noted musical composer and author Dr. David Cutler at Owens Community College on Monday, Sept. 26.

Presented by the Owens’ Department of Fine and Performing Arts, Cutler’s lecture presentation is titled “Building Your Portfolio Career: Imagining the Mix” and will take place at 12:30 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111 on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

The lecture presentation will examine critical elements to a professional career as a musician, such as entrepreneurship, product development, branding, marketing, networking, the recording paradigm, personal finance, funding, relevance and legacy. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Cutler balances a varied career as a jazz and classical composer, pianist, educator, arranger, author, speaker and entrepreneur. In all these pursuits, he is well-known for pushing the musical and performance boundaries while aiming to connect with new audiences.

His musical interest began at the age of six when he started playing jazz and classical piano. Cutler studied piano at the University of Miami, composition at the Hochschule fur Musik, jazz arranging and composition at the Eastman School of Music and composition at Indiana University. He was Chair of the Composition Program at the Brevard Summer Music Festival from 2000-04 and currently serves on the faculty at Duquesne University, where he teaches musicianship, composition and jazz.

Cutler’s concert compositions have thrilled audiences throughout North America, Europe and Asia and have been commissioned and performed by ensembles and artists such as the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, Classical Orchestra of Milan, Korean Chamber Ensemble, harpist Jung and saxophonists Joe Lulloff and Jim Houlik. His jazz compositions and arrangements have been presented by Nancy Wilson, Benny Golson, the Airmen of Note Air Force Big Band and the Eastman Studio Orchestra, as well as among many college jazz ensembles.

Recent accolades include the Sammy Nestico Award, the Millennium Arts Society’s International Competition for Composers and awards from Friends and Enemies of New Music and the National Association of Teachers of Singing. In 2006, he served composition residencies at the Visby International Centre for Composition in Gotland, Sweden and the Asian Pacific Performance Exchange in Los Angeles. His music has often interfaced with dance, film, actors, costumes, stage design and visual artists.

In addition to composing and arranging, Cutler is active as a pianist, conductor, writer and educator. His style of jazz piano playing is as wide ranging as his compositions, spanning such styles as stride and bebop to elements far beyond the traditional jazz vocabulary. As a classical pianist he has focused his efforts on the music of contemporary and American composers. Always an advocate of new music, he has conducted many large and chamber ensembles, including over 20 premiers. In 2002, he became a contributing author to “Jazz Styles”, the top selling jazz history textbook in the country. Cutler’s most recent book “The Savvy Musician” was created to help musicians in their pursuit of a successful career.

For additional information about the free lecture presentation, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ Theatre Production, Sept. 22

Posted on September 9th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to witness one of William Shakespeare’s most popular comedies as the National Players, America’s longest running classical touring company, presents “The Taming of the Shrew” at the Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts on Thursday, Sept. 22.

The performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to present ‘The Taming of the Shrew’, arguably one of William Shakespeare’s most popular theatrical productions,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “National Players offers a fresh twist on the classic ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ as they infuse a ‘wild western’ theme into the performance. Cowboy boots and lassos will be prevalent within the theatre production as Katharina and Petruchio wage an epic battle for domination.”

The National Players was founded in 1949 with the overall commitment to supporting young theatrical talent and celebrating the experience of theatergoing by presenting the world’s greatest dramatic literature. Comprised of young professional actors, the company annually travels throughout the country performing two plays in repertory, which includes a Shakespearean play and dramatic classic. Throughout the years, the touring group has showcased their talents to thousands of individuals around the global highlighted by an appearance in the East Wind of the White House and in the Middle East for American military. National Players has also performed in Europe, Asia and throughout 40 states.

Tickets for “The Taming of the Shrew” performance are $20 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Presents Yet-to-be Written, Cast and Rehearsed Plays As Part of 24-Hour ‘Theatre Express’ Event, Sept. 17

Posted on September 8th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students and faculty as well as community members will have the unique opportunity to write, cast, rehearse and perform seven different plays in a 24-hour time period as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts its fourth annual fall “Theatre Express” production, Sept. 16-17. The 24-hour theatre event will conclude on Saturday, Sept. 17, with participants premiering their seven masterful plays in the Studio Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

“Owens Community College is excited to provide area residents with the opportunity to experience theatre of the unknown as the productions are written, cast, rehearsed and performed in the span of 24 hours,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts. “Attendees are in for an evening amazing theatre, which truly showcases the creative talents of all those involved in the collaborative process.”

The 24-hour marathon begins in the afternoon on Friday (Sept. 16) when each actor and actress arrives at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts wearing a unique costume put together from their own wardrobe. Attendees will also bring an item that reflects their character’s personality. Each performer’s photo will then be taken for playwright selection purposes.

Actors and actresses will meet with the directors at 9 a.m. on Saturday (Sept. 17) in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts to rehearse and memorize lines of the recently-written plays. Final rehearsals will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the actors and actresses will showcase theatrical talents during the live performance at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre. In addition, the playwrights will see their plays staged for the first time with the audience.

For additional information about the “Theatre Express” production, contact (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts Unveils 2011-12 ‘An Unforgettable Experience’ Presenting Arts Season

Posted on September 6th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts will raise the curtain with an array of events scheduled throughout the 2011-12 presenting arts season. Music, dance and theatre artists from around the world, including several local, national and international standouts, will perform a variety of shows and concerts at Owens this upcoming year.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again celebrate the performing arts with an impressive array of talent ranging from music to theatre,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “The 2011-12 season is titled “An Unforgettable Experience” and is intended to provide individuals of all ages and tastes with an entertainment experience unlike any other. I encourage area residents to experience Owens Community College and the performing arts.”

William Shakespeare’s classical play “The Taming of the Shrew” infused with a “wild western” theme will serve as the kickoff event for the 2011-12 season on Thursday, Sept. 22. Cowboy boots and lassos will be prevalent within the theatre production as Katharina and Petruchio wage an epic battle for domination. The seasoning opening performance will begin at 7:30 p.m.

The Duelling Divas will bring opera, with a twist, to Owens on Friday, Oct. 14. The creation of Birgit Fioravante and Wendy Reynolds, the Duelling Divas are known for delivering both comedy and note-perfect arias into their performances, all while battling one another for stage time. High notes will serve as the weapons of choice during the operatic performance.

Additionally, “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio” will make a return appearance at the College’s Mainstage Theatre on Dec. 14. Attendees will once again be transported back to the 1940s for an authentic “live broadcast” of Frank Capra’s beloved film “It’s A Wonderful Life” as it would have been presented during the Golden Age of Radio. On Feb. 17, Michigan’s premier contemporary dance company, the Eisenhower Dance Ensemble, will present an exhilarating evening of dance and folk and rock music at Owens titled “Dances from the Heart of Rock and Roll”. Familiar rock artists and musical work being featured during the performance will include Bob Dylan, Van Morrison and Bonnie Raitt, complemented by an array of choreographed contemporary dance routines.

Owens will also offer community members the opportunity to experience a unique artistic performance developed by Core Ensemble that features a theatrical narrative to chamber music titled “Of Ebony Embers” on Feb. 24. “Of Ebony Embers”, which is being presented in junction with February serving as Black History Month, will celebrate the lives of such notable poets as Langston Hughes and Claude McKay and feature musical works by jazz legends Duke Ellington and Charles Mingus, among others.

In addition, individuals will have the opportunity to take a trip back in time to the late 1960s and the cascading, layered harmonies of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young as the tribute group Marrakesh Express brings to life an array of classic sounds and songs on March 2.

The College presenting arts season will once again feature a family-oriented Sunday performance designed to provide fun and entertainment to individuals of all ages. On March 11, children will be exposed to two languages simultaneously as the classic children’s book “Stuart Little” by E. B. White is presented by Sign Stage on Tour in a musical that will feature American Sign Language onstage in addition to spoken dialogue in English.

The 2011-12 presenting arts season will also feature speaking engagements of two nationally-known personalities. On Jan. 27, Dustin Pari of the Syfy Channel’s “Ghost Hunters” television show will provide insight into his experiences with the paranormal and what it is like to investigate places that are known to be haunted. The theme of exotic foods from other countries and cultures will follow Pari’s lecture on April 30 as chef, writer and culinary explorer Andrew Zimmern of the Travel Channel’s “Bizarre Foods” television show shares his thoughts about what it is like to travel the world exploring food.

Local community arts events will once again highlight the 2011-12 season as Owens collaborates with the Toledo School for the Arts to present the musical “Hairspray” Nov. 3-6, a Studio Orchestra classical and popular music concert on Jan. 19 and the Color Theory modern dance and ballet performance on Feb. 2.

In addition, Owens fine and performing arts students will also put their acting skills on display as part of the College’s annual student theatrical productions. Steve Martin’s “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” will occur Nov. 17-20, while “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” by Rachel Sheinkin will take place April 13-15 and 20-22. Owens students and faculty as well as community members will have the unique opportunity to write, cast, rehearse and perform seven different playwrights in a 24-hour period and present the finished theatre product to the public as part of the fourth annual fall “Theatre Express” production on Sept. 17.

All performing arts events will occur in Owens’ Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus unless noted otherwise. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. For additional information about the College’s 2011-12 presenting arts season schedule, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787 or (567) 661-2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Unveils New 2011-12 ‘Sunday Afternoon at the Movies’ Series

Posted on August 22nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Three nationally-known films will make a return to the “big screen” at Owens Community College as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts unveils a new “Sunday Afternoon at the Movies” film series for the 2011-12 academic year.

Each film will be shown at 3 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to expand its Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ offerings and unveil a new ‘Sunday Afternoon at the Movies’ series,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “The three films being presented during the 2011-12 season are intended to appeal to individuals of all ages and tastes and will certainly bring forward of variety of emotions during their screenings.”

The series opens with the showing of the award-winning film, “The Guys” (2002), on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 3 p.m. Directed by Jim Simpson, “The Guys” tells the story of a fire captain who lost eight men in the collapse of the World Trade Center towers and the editor who helps him prepare the eulogies he must deliver.

The drama is adapted from a stage play by Anne Nelson and focuses on the aftermath of the Sept. 11 tragedy. Nick, a fire captain, who lost eight men in the collapse of the World Trade Center towers, enlists help from an editor, Joan, to prepare their eulogies. Nick builds a relationship with Joan, who helps him put together the speeches that he must deliver with honor, humor and poise, all while navigating his way through his own personal emotions. First responders and a guest are admitted for free to “The Guys” film presentation.

The second film in the series is titled “The Witches” (1990) and will be shown on Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3 p.m. “The Witches” was directed by Nicolas Roeg and tells the story of a young boy and his grandmother and how they turn the tables on the Grand High Witch’s plan to turn all of Britain’s children into mice. The film is based on the award-winning novel by Roald Dahl.

Owens’ final film in the “Sunday Afternoon at the Movies” series is “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” (1968) and the screening at Owens will take place on Sunday, Jan. 29 at 3 p.m. Directed by Ken Hughes, the Oscar-nominated film is focused on an eccentric professor named Caractacus Potts and his mechanical flying car. Caractacus whisks his family to Vulgaria, a strange land ruled by child-hating Baron Bomburst, to rescue the children of Vulgaria from its sinister leader.

Tickets for each film are $4 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu ( https://www.owens.edu/ )or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about the film series, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. ARTS (2787).

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

First-Ever Faculty and Staff Art Showcase on Display at Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery, Aug. 24 – Sept. 30

Posted on August 17th, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – Community members will have the opportunity to view the diverse and vibrant work of some of Northwest Ohio’s artists as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery opens the 2011-12 art season with the first-ever “Faculty and Staff Make Art” exhibit, Aug. 24 – Sept. 30.

To celebrate the opening of the art exhibit, a reception will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 24 from 5-7 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus boasts many talented faculty and staff members who have a passion for art and the Library Gallery is proud to provide a venue in which they can showcase their artistic talents,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus.

The art showcase features artwork created by many notable Owens faculty and staff members, including Andrea VanVorhis of Bowling Green, Christina Dare of Lima, Erika Clark of Findlay, James Fultz of Bluffton, Lawrence Gifford of Findlay, Rhonda Grubbs of Kenton, Louise Wineland of Jenera, Rochelle Manley of Findlay, Steve Hillard of Montpelier, Terry Sherman of Fremont and Tinola Mayfield-Guerrero of Toledo. A wide range of visual media will be featured, including works of art in the areas of painting, pottery, graphite drawing, blown glass, photography and multimedia collage.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

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Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents ‘Diners’ Opening Season Exhibit, Aug. 16 – Sept. 16

Posted on August 3rd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will open the 2011-12 Arts Exhibition Season with an array of photographs, paintings, sculptures and poetry that rekindles memories of a bygone era when diners were one of America’s favorite eateries as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presents the exhibit titled “Diners”, Aug. 16 – Sept. 16. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to the exhibit, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to a free lecture and artistic ceramics demonstration by guest artist Jerry Berta on Friday, Sept. 16 at 3 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Ceramics Laboratory Room 214. A free exhibit reception will take place immediately following Berta’s lecture and artistic ceramics demonstration in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will also host a free poetry reading by Marianna Hofer as part of a Brown Bag Luncheon event on Thursday, Sept. 8. The poetry reading will begin at 12:30 p.m. and take place in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“Owens Community College is proud to open the current exhibition season with such a unique exhibit that brings to life the diners of America through photographs, paintings, sculptures and poetry,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Diners are an essential part of our culture and certainly hold a special place in the hearts of many individuals. Attendees will truly enjoy the masterful work of such talented artists.”

Seven artists from around the country, who have garnered regional and national artistic acclaim, will showcase their expressions and interpretations of diners through a contemporary and traditional perspective as part of the “Diners” art exhibit, including University of Findlay Assistant Professor of Art Valerie Escobedo of Findlay, University of Findlay Associate Professor of English Marianna Hofer of Findlay, Photographer and Author Jim Ross of Arcadia, Okla, Photographer and Author Shellee Graham of Chandler, Okla., Ceramist Jerry Berta of Grand Rapids, Mich., Painter Vic Vicini of Livonia, Mich. and Glass Artist John Miller of Normal, Ill.

Approximately 50 featured artistic pieces will be on display in Owens’ “Diners” exhibit highlighted by photographs of historic U.S. Route 66 diners, paintings and sculptures of diner-specific food and restaurant menus comprised of poetry.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

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OwensWalter E. Terhune Art Gallery to Showcase Child Care Center Artwork, July 12 – Aug. 4

Posted on July 11th, 2011

A visitor to the College's Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery views artwork from the Children's Art Show in 2010. The seventh annual Children's Art Show will feature 3-D sculptures, paintings, drawings and self-portraits.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Children attending Owens Community College’s Child Care Center will display their artistic qualities, creative impressions and imaginative masterpieces as part of the seventh annual Children’s Art Show, July 12 – Aug. 4. This year’s show will be held for the fourth time in Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

In addition, the College will host an opening reception for the artists on Tuesday, July 12 from 4:30-6 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Both the reception and exhibit are free and the public is encouraged to attend. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Young artists ages 4 months to 5 years old will showcase a variety of works, including multiple 3-D sculptures, paintings, drawings and self-portraits. The art exhibit is the culmination of a year of artistic training at the College’s Child Care Center.

“The Owens Child Care Center is excited to once again showcase the children’s works of art to their family, friends, teachers and the community,” said Maribeth Tercha, Owens Manager of the Child Care Center. “Creating an artistic environment where children can express their interests and emotions is an excellent method to broaden a child’s insight and heighten cognitive development.”

The mission of Owens’ Child Care Center is to provide quality child care for the children of employees, students and the surrounding communities. The program is devoted to enhancing the lives of children through developmentally appropriate curriculum, which is child centered.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public, Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information about the Owens Child Care Center Children’s Art Show, call (567) 661-7404 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7404.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents ‘Nature Turned Inside Out’ Exhibit, June 16 – Aug. 12

Posted on June 13th, 2011

Several of Christina Dare's digital photographs inverted through the use of technology will be featured in the Library Gallery's "Nature Turned Inside Out" exhibit on the Owens Findlay-area Campus.

FINDLAY, OH – An artistic array of masterful photographs inverted through the use of technology by Lima resident Christina Dare will be showcased on the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus as the Library Gallery presents “Nature Turned Inside Out” exhibit, June 16 – Aug. 12.

Owens’ Library Gallery, which is free and open to the public, is located in the Findlay-area Campus Library on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is pleased to showcase the work of such a talented artist as Christina Dare,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Christina combines her talents for photography with a knack for technology to produce what she calls inverted art. Gallery visitors will certainly find her artwork to be fascinating and beautiful.”

McCain added, “Part of the fun is trying to guess the source of the inverted image. Was it a tulip or an automobile? The beauty of the image is that it is almost divorced from its original source. The photos are abstracted, yet organic.”

Dare’s interest in photography began with the gift of her first camera at the age of six. However, a new world of adventure and intrigue was realized when she acquired her first digital camera in 2002. For nearly a decade, Dare has experimented with many computer photo programs to develop her personal technique of inverted art. Dare has transformed photographs of hosta leaves, columbine blossoms and automobile headlights, along with many other items and scenes, into kaleidoscope-type images.

Her artwork has garnered regional acclaim for its unique complexity highlighted by first and second place awards with the ArtSpace/Lima Photography Club. Dare’s photos have also received Photo of the Week, Photo of the Month, People’s Choice for the Photo of the Month and Featured Photo of the Day honors on several internet photo critiquing sites.

Dare, an Adjunct Instructor in Skilled Trades at Owens, holds a bachelor’s degree in education from The Ohio State University and an associate’s degree in electrical engineering from Rhodes State College.

Admission to the Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Mondays-Thursdays from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. through July 28 and Mondays-Fridays from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. through Aug. 12. For more information, contact the Library at (567) 429-3088 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3088.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College to Host American Harp Society Day Ensemble Concert, June 23

Posted on June 8th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with a passion and enjoyment of music are invited to attend a unique ensemble performance featuring 12 harpists as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts serves as host to the fourteenth annual American Harp Society Day Ensemble Concert on Thursday, June 23.

Presented the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society, the concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

“The Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society is very excited to collaborate with Owens Community College and present a fun and dazzling performance for the surrounding communities,” said Denise Grupp-Verbon, Owens Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts and Co-Founder of Harp Week. “This year’s concert will feature 12 harpists of various ages and diverse backgrounds. Attendees will not be disappointed with the musical variety and stylistic flourishes of this year’s presentation.”

The concert is the culmination of Harp Week, which is four days (June 20-23) of ensemble rehearsals and practical application workshops sponsored in part by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society and the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts. Harp Week is open to any harpist who has played for at least one year.

Harpists ranging from beginners to professionals will be strumming both familiar and original tunes throughout the evening concert.

Individuals participating in Harp Week and the concert are Alicia Allen of Toledo, Caili Bonar of Whitehouse, Emily Cihon of Maumee, Elise Clines of Maumee, Gabriella Crisp of Metamora, Hannah Ludwig of Maumee, Deborah Roberts of Maumee, Moriah Umbs of Findlay, Jennifer Meehan of Toledo, Grace Wipfli of Toledo, Denise Grupp-Verbon of Toledo (Co-Founder and Co-Director) and Nancy Lendrim of Sylvania (Co-Founder and Co-Director).

For more information about the concert, contact the Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Recognizes Students for Creative Excellence in Artistic Expression

Posted on May 23rd, 2011

Owens student Joshua Smith's ceramic piece titled "Richard the XII" was among 97 artistic expressions on display as part of the College's annual Juried Student Art Exhibit in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Nine Owens Community College students were recently honored for their creative excellence in art as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery held its annual Juried Student Art Exhibition.

“Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to have featured some of the finest works of art produced by our students,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “The creative works submitted by Owens students were truly outstanding and epitomized the meaning of artistic expression. Events such as the Juried Student Art Exhibition provide great opportunities for students to apply the knowledge obtained within the classroom into a real world setting.”

The show featured 97 pieces of artwork in the categories of fine art, photography and commercial art. Fifty-seven students enrolled within Fine and Performing Arts courses at Owens had artwork accepted for the show.

In the category of fine art, Brandon Freeman of Toledo was awarded first place for his oil painting on canvas titled “Red Girl”. Jim Lohman of Toledo received second place for his graphite art titled “Value of a Portrait” and Deb Helwig of Delta took third place for her calligraphy titled “Dark Man”.

Laura Traxler of Toledo was awarded first place in the category of photography for her photo alternative process art titled “Abandon”, while Amy Everett of Millbury took second place for her digital photograph “Gabe One”. Tabitha Adams of Bowling Green garnered third place for her digital mixed media artwork titled “Suit Case”.

In the category of commercial art, Matt Johnson of Holland was awarded first place for his CD and vector design titled “Radiohead”. Nathan Daulbaugh of Toledo took second place for his movie poster raster design “Into the Night” and Eunyoung Oh of Perrysburg received third place honors for his DVD and vector design “The Devil Wears Prada”.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Welcomes Internationally-Acclaimed Celtic Harpist Sharlene Wallace, May 16

Posted on May 10th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Internationally-acclaimed Celtic harpist Sharlene Wallace will bring her unique musical blend of traditional Celtic and contemporary sound to Northwest Ohio as Owens Community College presents a free concert on Monday, May 16.

Sponsored by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Harp Society, Wallace’s performance will take place in the College’s Studio Theatre at 7 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Wallace is regarded as one of Canada’ most prolific and influential Celtic/lever harpists. She has garnered first place honors for her masterful talents at several international competitions, including the Lyon and Healy International Pop and Jazz Lever Harp Competition and the Concours d’Improvisation de Rencontres Internationales de Harpe Celtique, and has created five independent CDs, which were inspired by her explorations in South American, Celtic, Classical and contemporary music and by her close connection with the Canadian landscape.

The Toronto resident regularly tours internationally, giving concerts, workshops, master classes and adjudications. Wallace has performed in numerous festivals and concert series across North America and in Europe, including Celtica and the Workshop Internazionale di Arpa in Italy, Festival of the Sound, Harpcon and the Vancouver Island Musicfest. She has been involved in collaborations with bass player George Koller, piano/flute player Susan Piltch and accordion/fiddle player Adrian Dolan, among many others.

Additionally, Wallace serves on the faculties of both York and Guelph universities teaching Classical and lever harps and is a Principal Harpist with the Oakville and Kingston symphonies.

For more information about this event, call (419) 478-4177.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Presents ‘Melodic Expressions’ Sixth Annual Spring Concert Series, April 21 – May 14

Posted on April 19th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic year’s worth of Department of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its sixth annual “Melodic Expressions” Spring Concert Series, April 21 – May 14. The Spring Concert Series will showcase the accomplishments of Owens students and faculty in a number of performances ranging from vocal to instrumental.

“‘Melodic Expressions’ is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the tremendous accomplishments of our Owens Community College Department of Fine and Performing Arts students,” said Dr. Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “The upcoming recitals and ensembles have been mastered through academic learning within the classroom this past year. Events such as ‘Melodic Expressions’ provide our students with a great venue to display such musical talents in a real world setting.”

All events will occur in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Thursday, April 21

Owens Jazz Ensemble

Owens student performers will showcase their many talents through numerous crowd-pleasing musical favorites that highlight many diverse styles of jazz.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Owens Choir Concert
The College’s student choir class will feature a wide selection of songs from Broadway musicals during choral performance that showcases their vocal talents and abilities.

(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Monday, April 25

Owens Choir Concert

The College’s student choir class will present an encore edition of their Broadway musical song performance. A wide selection of extremely popular songs will be featured during the concert.

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Thursday, April 28

Owens Pop Ensemble

(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Rotunda)

Saturday, April 30

Owens Voice Recitals

Area residents are invited to enjoy the amazing sounds of the College’s vocal students as part of an afternoon of voice recitals. The events will feature a wide range of music from Broadway hits to many of today’s popular chart-topping songs.

(3 p.m. and 5 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre)

Sunday, May 1

Owens Concert Band

Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful sounds courtesy of Owens’ concert band class. The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections to include patriotic music, Broadway show tunes and marches.

(2:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Saturday, May 14

Owens Faculty Voice Recital

Attendees will have the opportunity to be amazed by the musical talents of Owens Fine and Performing Arts Adjunct Instructors Jo-Anne Chrysochoos and Jodi Jobuck as the duo performs an array of genres during the live event.

(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Art Exhibition Highlights Student Work at Owens’ Findlay-area Campus, April 26 – May 6

Posted on April 18th, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College students will have the opportunity to showcase their many artistic talents as the Findlay-area Campus hosts its annual Spring Student Art Exhibition titled “Our Best Yet” in the Library Gallery, April 26 – May 6.

Additionally, the College will host a free community event, featuring Owens students, titled “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” on Tuesday, April 26. Owens student artists will share insight about their artistic expressions, while students within the “Beginning Creative Writing” and “Voice Class” courses will provide attendees with reading excerpts from their dramatic compositions or will sing, accompanied by guitar or CD, respectively. The reception will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

The Spring Student Art Exhibition features numerous pieces of artwork from paintings to drawings created by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Fundamentals of Drawing” course, which is instructed by Erika Clark, Owens Adjunct Instructor. In this course, students obtain experiential learning within various areas, including the study of object drawing, form organization, value, perspective, proportion and texture.

In addition, student artists enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 2D Design” course, also instructed by Clark, will present their artistic expressions within the Library Gallery. In this course, students develop an understanding of basic studio art principles, critical skills and media manipulation, covering the topics of color theory and the use of two-dimensional space.

Owens student artists enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 3D Design” course, instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Rhonda Grubbs, will present their artistic expressions within the Library Gallery. In this course, students develop the ability to analyze form and space relationships while being introduced to basic three-dimensional processes and materials, including cardboard and clay.

Students within the College’s “Digital Imaging” course will also showcase their talents as part of the exhibition. Instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Wendy Hensley, the course provides students with hands-on experiential learning specific to digital photography, retouching, illustrations, video capture and color printout.

Owens student artists enrolled in the College’s “Electronic Page Layout” course, also instructed by Hensley, will present their artistic expressions within the Library Gallery. In this course, students learn about the fundamentals of using desktop publishing software, specifically setting up a document as well as creating and applying colors, tints and gradients to certain projects.

Students enrolled in the “Beginning Creative Writing” course, instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Kayla Williams, will share their dramatic compositions in conjunction with the Library Gallery art exhibition. In this course, students are provided basic techniques and approaches for creative expression in writing of poetry and fiction, with emphasis on recognition and use of figurative language, exploration and development of personal viewpoint, and vocabulary style and application of creative strategies, techniques and devices.

Finally, Owens students participating in the “Voice Class” will share various musical selections during “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” event. The course is instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Mark Sarkan and prepares students for the stylistic demands of vocal music. In a group setting, students learn about basic singing techniques, including proper breathing, tone production and tuning.

Students whose work will be displayed are Audrey Thacker of Tiffin, Hollie McDonald of Findlay, Ashley Nelson of Findlay, Chelsey Brown of Findlay, Shane Burnworth of Dunkirk, Austin Cameron of Findlay, Leslie Chapin of Bowling Green, Samantha Clayton of North Baltimore, Hank Doster of Findlay, Katherine Hemminger of North Baltimore, Brian Honigfort of McComb, Matthew Howell of Findlay, Jude Jovanovic of Bowling Green, Kendel Kissinger of Weston, Caitlyn Payne of Fostoria, Gabrielle Stutz of Oviedo, Fla., Ashley Vermilyea of Findlay, Chelsie Ayers of Findlay, YoonKyung Chung of Yoe-Euido Youngdeung, South Korea, Rachel Enright of Findlay, Sandra Fitzgerald of Findlay, Sherry Musgrave of Bloomdale, Britany Waldman of Findlay, Courtney Weaver of Mount Blanchard, Jessica Wiler of Findlay, Cassie Wolfe of Columbus Grove, Rebeca Mahler of Findlay, Scott Gearing of Upper Sandusky, Kim Peterson of Findlay, Zach Steinman of Jerry City and Sam Troyer of Findlay.

Owens students reading excerpts from their dramatic compositions as part of “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” event are Trent Berry of Bowling Green, Austin Cameron of Findlay, Matt Carson of Findlay, Elizabeth Clark of Findlay, Andrew Eaton of Findlay, Jeffrey Flowers of Norwalk, Benjamin Frost of Sao Paulo, Brazil, Shawna Ledbetter of Findlay, Aaron McDonald of New Riegel and Seth Whitaker of Forest.

Vocal students showcasing their musical talents during the reception are Adam Rader of Findlay, Shane Roth of Findlay, Jessica Rowan of Findlay and Dorian Voltaire of Findlay.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents Juried Student Art Exhibition, April 9-30

Posted on April 6th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students will have the unique opportunity to showcase their artistic talents as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts the eighth annual Juried Student Art Exhibition, April 9-30.

In addition, the College will host a free opening reception and award ceremony for the exhibit on Saturday, April 9 from 5-7 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Music during the opening reception will be performed by the Zac Kreuz Ensemble featuring Owens Adjunct Instructors of Fine and Performing Arts Zac Kreuz of Perrysburg and Kyle Turner of Bowling Green.

“Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to once again feature the finest works of art produced by our students,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “The artistic expressions are extremely individualized and reflect the unique creative ability of each student artist, which will certainly delight exhibit attendees.”

Owens students displaying artwork include Tabitha Adams of Bowling Green, Dana Almester of Rossford, Destiny Arquette of Toledo, George Asay of Toledo, Rich Ball of Toledo, Rob Borer of Toledo, Mike Budyka of Perrysburg, Cindi Butler of Toledo, Katie Callahan of Oak Harbor, Maureen Cook of Waterville, Nathan Daulbaugh of Toledo, Katherine Davis of Toledo, Jore Degollado of Perrysburg, Emily Domalski of Sylvania, Sarah Donnelly of Bowling Green, Jessica Ellerbrock of Leipsic, Amy Everett of Millbury, Katie Ferguson of Toledo, Corey Fry of Toledo, Brandon Freeman of Toledo, Sara Golbinec of Toledo, Cherie Guthrie of Waterville, Matt Hamilton of Toledo, Jen Hannum of Holland, Deb Helwig of Delta, Amanda Hertzfeld of Waterville, Shailyn Hill of Deshler, Jerry Isom of Toledo, Matt Johnson of Holland, Kaitlin Kern of Rossford, Mark Kowalski of Perrysburg, Patrick Kurtz of Toledo, Jim Lohman of Toledo, Christi Materni of Oregon, Michael Matuszanski of Toledo, Rory McDonnell of Toledo, Josh Nagal of Toledo, Laura Norden of Oregon, Tyler Oberhouse of Luckey, Eunyoung Oh of Perrysburg, Taylor Palicki of Maumee, Michael Pettengill of Oregon, Kyle Randolph of Perrysburg, Michael Rashid of Toledo, Sara Recknagel of Toledo, Katrina Roberts of Toledo, Jeremy Rose of Toledo, Nancy Sams of Toledo, Kevin Scott of Perrysburg, Derik Smith of Sylvania, Joshua Smith of Toledo, Chrystal Terry of Toledo, Samantha Tolson of Toledo, Laura Traxler of Toledo, Kathie Vanness of Bowling Green, Brian White of Perrysburg and Evan Willee of Toledo.

Owens’ Juried Student Art Exhibition features 97 pieces of artwork in the categories of fine art, photography and commercial art. Fifty-seven students enrolled within Fine and Performing Arts courses at Owens have had their artwork accepted for the show. Area artists and professionals served as the jury for the exhibit.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; and from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays. For additional information about the College’s exhibition season, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts and Students Present ‘Tartuffe,’ April 8-9 and 15-17

Posted on March 31st, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Drama and suspense will serve as the theatrical focus in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “Tartuffe,” April 8-9 and 15-17.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 8 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to present such an extremely well-known theatrical production, featuring the talents of so many Owens students,” said Dr. Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “‘Tartuffe’ was written by arguably France’s most celebrated comic playwrights in Moliere. Attendees will certainly enjoy the ever-changing storyline, which is full of many surprises.”

Written by Moliere, “Tartuffe” tells the story about how a pious imposter almost succeeds in his plot to jail a naÔve friend and his family and thereby cheat them out of their home. Internationally recognized as one of the classic comedies of the French theatre, the production mercilessly examines the evil that men can commit in the guise of religious fervor and the dangers that imperil those who would believe only what they choose to believe.

The cast of “Tartuffe” is comprised of students and alumni from Owens and the theatrical production is directed by Owens Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts Jeremy Meier. Owens alumna Catherine Bonham of Ottawa will serve as dramaturg, while Owens students Evan Koontz of Lincoln, Neb., and Diane Schroeder of Sylvania will hold the positions of stage manager and assistant stage manager, respectively.

Students involved in the production as cast members include Megan Wasserman of Clyde, Deidra Gehr of Toledo, Matthew Johnston of Maumee, Zack Doane of Bowling Green, Jordan Jarvis of Perrysburg, Mallory Myers of Whitehouse, Andy Sweney of Perrysburg, John Toth of Toledo, Staci McMillan of Dundee, Mich., Rachael Mendieta of Bowling Green, John Stewart of Maumee and Esteban Vega of Toledo.

“Tartuffe” will be performed April 8-9 and 15-16 at 7:30 p.m. A matinee performance will also occur on Sunday, April 17 at 3 p.m.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Welcomes ‘Mother Goose’ Illustrations Exhibit, March 31 – April 22

Posted on March 23rd, 2011

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery will feature several original illustrations in the "Mother Goose" exhibition, including Cheryl Harness' illustration from her book "The Night-Light Mother Goose".

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College welcomes the return of the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum to the Findlay-area Campus with original illustrations from children’s books featuring Mother Goose and friends as the Library Gallery presents “Mother Goose: Illustrations from the Mazza Museum”, March 31 – April 22.

The Owens Findlay-area Campus Library is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Twenty children’s book illustrations are featured in the “Mother Goose” exhibit to include “Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Eater” by Marcia Sewall, “The Three Little Kittens” by Cyndy Szekeres, “Mary Had a Little Lamb” by Tomie dePaola and “As I Was Going to Newbury” by Wendy Watson.

The Findlay-area Campus “Mother Goose” exhibit is being presented in conjunction with the celebration of April as Month of the Young Child. In addition, the exhibit is designed to encourage children to take interest in literacy and libraries as the College recognizes National Library Week, April 10-16.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Internationally Known PostSecret Author Frank Warren, March 23

Posted on March 11th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Internationally acclaimed author Frank Warren, creator of the PostSecret Project, will make an appearance in Northwest Ohio to share insight into the postcard and blog phenomenon at Owens Community College as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “PostSecret” on Wednesday, March 23.

Warren’s lecture presentation will take place in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome the highly acclaimed Frank Warren to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Mr. Warren is an extremely talented individual and is known internationally for his PostSecret Project, which has positively impacted the lives of thousands by enabling them to share their most private secrets through anonymous postcards. Attendees will certainly enjoy the simplicity of his message as well as the funny and inspiring stories behind the secrets.”

Warren is the creator of the blog phenomenon titled the PostSecret Project, a collection of highly personal and artfully decorated postcards mailed anonymously from around the world that display the soulful secrets people never voice to others. The PostSecret Project originated from a community art project based on the simple concept of asking people to anonymously send a secret on a decorated postcard. Since November 2004, Warren has received more than 400,000 postcards, with secrets spanning from sexual taboos and criminal activity to confessions of secret beliefs, hidden acts of kindness, shocking habits and fear.

He is the author of three books, including “PostSecret: Confessions of Life, Death and God”, and has for garnered national acclaim for his PostSecret.com website and community art project. The website won two Webby Awards and the PostSecret project received a special award from the National Mental Health Association for raising awareness and funds for suicide prevention.

Copies of Warren’s books will be available for purchase during the event. He will also sign copies of his books at the event’s conclusion. Tickets for the lecture are $20 for floor seating and $10 for bleacher seating. Additionally, American Sign Language interpreters will be provided during the presentation.

To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents ‘Anne of Green Gables’, March 20

Posted on March 11th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – The classic tale of a young orphan girl whose dauntless spirit transforms her adoptive family will be brought to life at Owens Community College as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “Anne of Green Gables” on Sunday, March 20.

The performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 3 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to present the talents of ArtsPower National Touring Theatre and their own unique version and interpretation of the timeless literary classic ‘Anne of Green Gables’,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “The performance is sure to delight attendees of all ages as Anne takes them on a journey to find the family she’s always wanted.”

“Anne of Green Gables” is presented by the national touring company ArtsPower National Touring Theatre. The organization was founded in 1985 and has grown into one of America’s premier producers of professional equity theatre for young and family audiences. The organization’s 19 professional touring productions have been seen by nearly seven million people in such nationally-recognized venues as The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.

Based on Lucy Maud Montgomery’s internationally-known novel “Anne of Green Gables”, the theatre group’s original musical is known nationally for delighting audiences of all ages with its celebration of the power of imagination and the overall message of love and trust. Written and directed by Greg Gunning, “Anne of Green Gables” will feature a rich musical score, beautiful period costumes and imaginative sets.

Additionally, American Sign Language interpreters will be provided during the performance. Tickets for the “Anne of Green Gables” performance are $15 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Internationally Recognized Celtic Blaze to Perform at Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts, March 11

Posted on March 2nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – The sounds of traditional Celtic music and dance interfused with a creative contemporary edge will be showcased in Northwest Ohio as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents the group Celtic Blaze on Friday, March 11.

Celtic Blaze’s performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Celtic Blaze featuring Stephanie Cadman has earned international acclaim for their high energy performances,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “This delightful group draws from its experience with traditional Celtic music and dance and adds a contemporary edge that is unique and innovative. Attendees will be amazed by the group’s impressive musicianship and joyous blend of Celtic influences and contemporary sensibilities.”

Celtic Blaze is a highly-accomplished group of six performers that has entertained audiences at venues and events across North America with their music, which is often characterized as a rich tapestry of original and modern Celtic traditions. The group is internationally known for blending Stephanie Cadman’s vast talents of Ottawa Valley step dancing and classical and Celtic fiddling with guitar, bass, percussion, piano and marching snare drum to create a unique musical sound and theatrical experience.

Cadman’s extensive professional background in dancing includes tap, Celtic step dancing, ballet and jazz. She has appeared as a dance soloist and fiddler with symphonies throughout North America highlighted by appearances with the Kennedy Center’s National Symphony Orchestra. Cadman was also named the top female performer at the World Tap Dance Championships in Germany at the age of 16 and holds three step dancing titles at the prestigious Pembroke Championships.

In addition to Cadman’s renowned step dancing and fiddling talents, Celtic Blaze features singing and fiddling sensation Miranda Mulholland, James Quinn (guitar), Devin Hornby (bass), Kirk White (percussion) and Brad Fremlin (piano/marching snare drum).

Tickets for Celtic Blaze’s performance are $23 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts to Host First-Ever High School Honors Band Day, March 7

Posted on February 24th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music are invited to Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as 55 of region’s finest high school musicians present a High School Honors Band Concert on Monday, March 7.

Presented in conjunction with the Department of Fine and Performing Arts’ first-ever Owens High School Honors Band Day, the concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

“Owens Community College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts is proud to partner with area high schools and provide a day for students to showcase their impressive musical talents,” said Dr. Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “Our goal in establishing Owens’ High School Honors Band Day is to allow Northwest Ohio’s young and aspiring musicians to come together, learn from each other and experience the joy of music in a fun environment.”

Musical selections presented by the group will include “Armed Forces Salute – The Pride of America!”, “Woodwind Marmalade”, “At Ease”, “Elsa’s Procession to the Cathedral”, “Trumpeters Lullaby”, “Deep River”, “Prospect”, “Tailspin” and “Sousa Palooza”. Serving as conductors during the concert are Anthony Wayne High School faculty member Robert Krichbaum, Owens Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts William Dais and Dr. Mead.

Among the high schools participating in Owens’ High School Honors Band Day are Anthony Wayne H.S., Elmwood H.S., Emmanuel Christian School, Lake H.S., North Baltimore H.S., Rossford H.S., Springfield H.S. and Toledo School for the Arts.

For more information about the concert, contact Owens’ Department of Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents “Vaughn Bell: Transported Landscapes” Exhibit, Feb. 18 – March 29

Posted on February 10th, 2011

Vaughn Bell's environmental sculpture titled "Pack of Forest" is among the many artistic expressions on display as part of the "Transported Landscapes" exhibition in the College's Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College invites area residents to experience the interconnectedness between art and the environment as internationally-known environmental artist Vaughn Bell presents an installation within the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery that heightens awareness about how agriculture transforms the local landscape in an exhibit titled “Transported Landscapes”, Feb. 18 – March 29. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition, Owens will serve as host to a reception and lecture with Bell at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17. Both the reception and lecture, which are free and open to the public, will take place in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111.

“Internationally recognized environmental artist Vaughn Bell has created an installation in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery that relates Owens Community College to the larger landscape,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “The installation uses seeds of local crops that are significant to Ohio and the global economy. Bell’s exhibition at Owens maps transportation routes and allows viewers to reflect on the way large-scale agriculture transforms the local landscape.”

Bell is known worldwide for her creation of interactive projects and immersive environments that deal with how society relates to the environment. She has exhibited her sculpture, installation, performance, video and public projects internationally, including commissions for the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and the Edith Russ Site for New Media Art in Odenburg, Germany.

The Seattle resident has been featured in such publications as “ARTnews”, “Afterimage” and the “Arcade Journal”, among others. Bell holds a master’s degree from the Studio for Interrelated Media at Massachusetts College of Art and a bachelor’s degree from Brown University.

Both soybean and corn seed, which are incorporated into the exhibit, have been donated by the Bowling Green store location of Mid-Wood Inc., an agricultural grain and supply cooperative that is owned and controlled by the members its serves. During the spring season, an expanded version of “Transported Landscapes” will be unveiled in the courtyard adjacent to the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, and from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays. For additional information about the exhibit, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents ‘From Girl to Woman: My Personal Truth’ Exhibit, Feb. 14 – March 25

Posted on January 31st, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus continues the 2010-11 arts season with the theme of self-portraits through various media by artist Lisa Wolph as the Library Gallery presents “From Girl to Woman: My Personal Truth” exhibit, Feb. 14 – March 25.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery for Wolph on Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 5-7 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is excited to welcome multi-talented artist Lisa Wolph to the Library Gallery,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The words elemental, ephemeral and ethereal come to mind when looking into Lisa Wolph’s artwork. She reveals her personal history and personal truths through her artwork, creating unique images that seek to draw the viewer into the beauty of another world.”

Wolph’s artistic passion includes Polaroid emulsion transfer, image transfer and digitally-altered photography, as well as paintings and mixed-media collages. Her artistic expressions have been on display at various venues throughout the region, including the Fostoria Community Arts Council and Findlay’s Coffee Amici and the George House. Wolph has also exhibited her work in several of the Findlay Art League shows. Additionally, she has received several awards and honors highlighted by the Findlay Art League’s “Most Creative Use of Color and Medium” Award for her photo “Ode to Muybridge”.

The Fostoria resident received a bachelor’s degree in two-dimensional studies with a photography concentration from Bowling Green State University. Wolph also holds associate’s degrees in photography and in fine arts from Merced College. Utilizing her photographic experience which spans over 25 years, Wolph teaches photography classes through Millstream Career and Technology Center’s Adult Workforce Education in Findlay. Her community involvement includes of the Findlay Art League and the Visual Art Network in Lima.

Owens Community College is a fully accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

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Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Showcases Rossford Resident’s Commercial Photography, Jan. 19 – Feb. 10

Posted on January 19th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to view the masterful commercial photography of Larry Linkous as Owens Community College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presents a new exhibit titled “The World of a Commercial Photographer”, Jan. 19 – Feb. 10.

“The World of a Commercial Photographer” is being showcased on the exterior exhibition wall of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery, which is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Additionally, the College will host a reception for Linkous at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 20. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Linkous’ reception is occurring in conjunction with a reception and lecture for nationally recognized artist Amanda Burnham. Her exhibition titled “Urban Signs” is currently on display inside the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

Linkous’ passion for photography began at a young age and led to his pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in professional photography from the Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, Calif. After obtaining his degree in 1973, Linkous worked for several studios before taking a position as a Commercial Photographer for Toledo’s Owens Corning company in 1979.

Additionally, the Rossford resident has served as a Commercial Photographer for Eric Eggly’s PointSeven Studios and has worked with such companies as Owens-Illinois Inc., Dana Holding Corp., BP, La-Z-Boy Inc. and General Motors Co., among many others.

Linkous has garnered several awards throughout his career highlighted by two KODAK Gallery Awards for excellence in professional photography, specifically for outstanding industrial photography in Ohio. His background also includes a master of photography from the Professional Photographers of America.

Linkous began his teaching career at Owens as an Adjunct Instructor in Fine and Performing Arts in 2006. He currently provides instruction with the academic courses related to studio lighting and large format photography.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery on the Toledo-area Campus is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, and from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays. For additional information about the exhibit, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Internationally Known Author Helen Prejean, Jan. 25

Posted on January 13th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Internationally acclaimed Sister Helen Prejean, author of “Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States”, will make an appearance in Northwest Ohio to discuss her experiences as an activist related to the death penalty process as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “Dead Man Walking: The Journey Continues” on Tuesday, Jan. 25.

Prejean’s lecture presentation will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is honored welcome internationally known Sister Helen Prejean to Northwest Ohio for a very unique and insightful presentation titled ‘Dead Man Walking: The Journey Continues’,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “For nearly three decades, Prejean has been educating the public about the death penalty. Her efforts certainly have not gone unnoticed as she has sparked national dialogue about capital punishment in our country.”

A Roman Catholic nun, Prejean joined the Sisters of St. Joseph of Medaille (now known as the Congregation of St. Joseph) in 1957 and received a bachelor’s degree in English and education from St. Mary’s Dominican College – New Orleans in 1962. In 1973, she earned a master’s degree in religious education from Saint Paul University. Prejean has served as the Religious Education Director at St. Frances Cabrini Parish in New Orleans, the Formation Director for her religious community and has taught junior and senior high school students.

Prejean began her prison ministry in 1981 when she dedicated her life to help those who are disadvantaged in New Orleans. While living in the St. Thomas housing project, she became pen pals with Patrick Sonnier, a convicted killer of two teenagers who was sentenced to die in the electric chair of Louisiana’s Angola State Prison.

Upon Sonnier’s request, Prejean repeatedly visited him as his spiritual advisor. In doing so, her eyes were opened to the Louisiana execution process. Prejean turned her experiences into a book that not only made the 1994 American Library Associates Notable Book List, but also was nominated for a 1993 Pulitzer Prize. “Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States” earned the distinction of being ranked No. 1 on “The New York Times” Best Seller List for 31 weeks. The book also has become an international best seller and has been translated into 10 different languages.

In January 1996, Prejean’s literary work was developed into a major motion picture starring Susan Sarandon as Helen Prejean and Sean Penn as Patrick Sonnier. Produced by Polygram Pictures, the film was directed and written by Tim Robbins. The movie received many accolades including Oscar recognition and was the basis of an opera.

Prejean has provided her advocacy message to community groups around the globe. She has appeared on many notable television radio shows highlighted by “60 Minutes”, NBC’s “Today”, BBC World Service and NPR Weekend Saturday, among many others. She has also served as an active member of several prominent organizations, including the National Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty, Amnesty International and Murder Victims’ Families for Reconciliation. Additionally, Prejean is the founder of “Survive”, a victim’s advocacy group in New Orleans, and continues to counsel not only inmates on death row, but also the families of murder victims.

Tickets for the lecture presentation are $20 and all seats are reserved. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Hosts Auditions for Upcoming Theatre Production, Jan. 24-25

Posted on January 12th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in performing in the upcoming student production of “Tartuffe” are invited to open theatre auditions at Owens Community College, Jan. 24-25.

Auditions will take place Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 24 and 25, from 6-9 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Callback auditions will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 26. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each individual is encouraged to prepare a monologue as part of the audition or a monologue will be provided for them. The theatre production dates are April 8-9 and 15-17.

Attendees are required to make an appointment prior to the audition dates. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Welcomes Nationally Acclaimed Artist Amanda Burnham, Jan. 11 – Feb. 10

Posted on January 4th, 2011

Amanda Burnham's unique drawing installations similar to the mixed media artistic expression titled "Border" will be showcased as part of the College's "Urban Signs" art exhibition.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses invite area residents to visit the artistic world of nationally recognized artist Amanda Burnham through her paintings, drawings and wall paintings depicting the evolving urban built landscape as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery and the Library Gallery present a new exhibit titled “Urban Signs”, Jan. 11 – Feb. 10. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township, while Owens’ Library Gallery is located on the Findlay-area Campus in Findlay.

In addition, the College’s Findlay-area Campus will host a reception and gallery talk for Burnham at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 19. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus will also serve as host to a lecture by guest artist Burnham at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 20 in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111.

“Owens Community College is truly honored to showcase the artistic talents of Amanda Burnham,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Burnham seeks to record, from as many vantage points as she can see and imagine, the hysteria, confusion and loneliness arising from the confrontation between individuals and the overwhelming, unknowable structures of cities. The artwork is extremely thought provoking and will certainly provide exhibit attendees with an extraordinary look into the urban landscape of America.”

Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus, added, “Owens’ Library Gallery and the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery are excited to offer art enthusiasts the unique opportunity to view the amazing talents of a young artist from Northwest Ohio who is developing a national reputation for her work. I encourage area residents to visit both the Findlay-area and Toledo-area campuses and the ‘Urban Signs’ exhibits.”

Burnham’s drawings and drawing installations are based on her explorations of and encounters within the evolving urban built landscapes. Often working on site, outside or in her car, Burnham reads the landscape for found segments of language and records the poetics of vacant lots, moveable type signs and billboards with ink and other water media on paper. The Toledo native often pieces fragments together in a cumulative manner, not unlike the way the urban landscape is collectively authored over time. Her drawing installations expand upon these explorations, layering and stitching together found visual elements of landscape in conversation with the site against which they have been displaced, using paint, artificial turf, concrete, sand and trash directly on the wall.

Owens' "Urban Signs" art exhibition will feature an array of Amanda Burnham's artwork, including an ink and gouache on paper drawing titled "Trespass".

Her works have been widely exhibited nationwide to include appearances at the Dorsch Gallery in Miami, the GV/AS Gallery in Brooklyn, N.Y., the Harrington Arts in San Francisco, The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Conn., and the Toledo Museum of Art. Burnham also has received several accolades throughout her career highlighted by the Individual Artist Award from the Maryland State Arts Council and the Emerging Educators and Administrators Awards and Fellowship from ThinkTank 4.

Burnham received a bachelor’s degree in visual and environmental studies from Harvard University and a master’s degree in painting and printmaking from Yale University. The Baltimore resident has served as an Assistant Professor and Foundations Coordinator in the Department of Art + Design, Art History, Art Education at Towson University since 2007.

Admission to the Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is also free and open to the public. Gallery hours are from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fridays and from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, contact the Library at (567) 429-3088 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3088.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents ‘It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre’ Production, Dec. 10

Posted on November 29th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to take a journey back to the 1940s and the Golden Age of Radio as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents an authentic “live radio broadcast” of Frank Capra’s beloved film “It’s A Wonderful Life” on Friday, Dec. 10.

Titled “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre”, the production will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to present a theatre production that will rekindle memories of a time when families gathered around the radio for entertainment,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “‘It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre’ brings to life a bygone era when radio played a unique entertainment role in our country. Attendees are in for a theatrical experience unlike any other, which begins when the ‘On-Air’ sign lights up and actors and actresses tell the story of the heartwarming holiday classic ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ from the studios of WVL Radio.”

Tickets for “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio Theatre” performance are $23 and all seats are reserved. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Art Exhibition Highlights Student Work at Owens’ Findlay-area Campus, Nov. 29 – Dec. 10

Posted on November 17th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College students will have the opportunity to showcase their many artistic talents as the Findlay-area Campus hosts its annual Fall Student Art Exhibition titled “Our Best Yet” in the Library Gallery, Nov. 29 – Dec. 10.

Additionally, the College will host a free community event, featuring Owens students, titled “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” on Monday, Nov. 29. Owens student artists will share insight about their artistic expressions, while student writers within the College’s “Beginning Creative Writing” class will provide attendees with readings of original poetry. The reception will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

The Fall Student Art Exhibition features numerous pieces of artwork from paintings to drawings created by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Fundamentals of Drawing” course, which is instructed by Erika Clark, Owens Adjunct Instructor. In this course, students obtain experiential learning within various areas, including the study of object drawing, form organization, value, perspective, proportion and texture.

Finally, students enrolled in the “Beginning Creative Writing” course, instructed by Owens Adjunct Instructor Megan Clements, will share their original poems in conjunction with the Library Gallery art exhibition. In this course, students are provided basic techniques and approaches for creative expression in writing of poetry and fiction, with emphasis on recognition and use of figurative language, exploration and development of personal viewpoint, and vocabulary style and application of creative strategies, techniques and devices.

Students whose work will be displayed are Angelique Curtis of Bowling Green, Deziree Green of Findlay, Jasmine Heflinger of Findlay, Ammie Henthorne of Fostoria, Stacey Hobbs of Deshler, Maimie Jarrett of Fostoria, Samantha Kessler of Kenton, Jon McCullough of Ada, Dana Schnipke of Pandora, Gabrielle Stutz of Oviedo, Fla., Landon Watkins of Van Buren, Syndle Wiggins of Findlay, Linda Brandeberry of Fostoria, Thomas Flechtner of Tiffin, Alyssa Gonzales of Findlay, Lynda Hicks of Findlay, Trish Rigdon of Rockford, Zach Steinman of Findlay, Christina Ward of Bloomville, Courtney Weaver of Mount Blanchard, Samantha Sauber of Tiffin, Caitlyn Payne of Fostoria, Emily Gossard of Findlay, Pam Rowan of Arlington, LeeAnn Ludwig of Findlay, Shelley Grimes of Findlay, Jayme Laubis of Kenton, Leslie Chapin of Bowling Green, Nikki Almond of Findlay, Heather Greeno of North Baltimore, Bobbi Pash of Findlay, Chantel Hoover of Findlay, Magen Hughes of Findlay, Sandra Fitzgerald of Findlay, Nii Tawiah of Findlay, Elaine Gaietto of Tiffin, Jerri Overmyer of Tiffin and Britany Waldman of Findlay.

Owens students sharing their original poetry as part of “An Evening of the Arts at Owens” event are Jennifer McCoy of Findlay, Jason Thomas of Findlay and Kristen Essinger of Findlay.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts and Students Present ‘Almost, Maine,’ Nov. 18-21

Posted on November 9th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Romance with a comedic twist in a mythical town will serve as the theatrical focus in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “Almost, Maine,” Nov. 18-21.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts is excited to present such a heartwarming theatrical production, featuring the talents of so many Owens students,” said Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “‘Almost, Maine’ will tug at the heartstrings of both the young and old theatergoers as the production takes an insightful look at life and love in a small, mythical town in northern Maine. Attendees of all ages will truly enjoy the down-to-earth performance, which is full of humorous moments and surprises.”

Written by John Cariani, “Almost, Maine” tells the story about a cold, moonless night in the middle of winter and how all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Hearts will be broken, but bruises will heal in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.

The cast of “Almost, Maine” is comprised of students and alumni from Owens, as well as community residents, and theatrical production is directed by Owens Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts Jeremy Meier. Owens student Anthony Hunter of Sylvania will serve as assistant director, while Owens’ Evan Koontz of Lincoln, Neb., and Diane Schroeder of Sylvania will hold the positions of stage manager and assistant stage manager, respectively.

Students involved in the production as cast members include Jeremy Wilkes of Oregon, Megan Wasserman of Clyde, Gabriel Barber of Toledo, Deidra Gehr of Toledo, Matthew Johnston of Maumee, Emily Pheils of Rossford, Silvester Rodriguez IV of Archbold, Liana Toth of Maumee, Zackery Doane of Bowling Green, Jordan Jarvis of Perrysburg, Michael Kilcorse of Sylvania, Mallory Myers of Whitehouse, Derek Shikwana of Holland, Andy Sweney of Perrysburg and John Toth of Toledo. Owens alumna Kari Duffy-Shrader of Toledo and community member Chelsea Rogers of Sylvania are also participating in the production as cast members.

“Almost, Maine” will be performed Nov. 18-20 at 7:30 p.m. A matinee performance will also occur on Sunday, Nov. 21 at 3 p.m.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts to Host Free Wright State Woodwind Quintet Concert, Nov. 17

Posted on November 8th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Rich, multi-faceted songs and musical styles from differing historical periods will reverberate throughout the Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as the academic institution welcomes the Wright State University Faculty Woodwind Quintet in concert on Wednesday, Nov. 17.

Presented by the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts, the Wright State University Faculty Woodwind Quintet will perform in the College’s Studio Theatre Room 111 at 11 a.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

The Wright State Faculty Woodwind Quintet, also known as The Wright Winds, has been an active performing ensemble since 1985. With a focus on developing chamber music programs at Wright State and community outreach, the group features an active repertoire ranging from standard quintet literature to music by new composers. This cross section of styles is a reflection of the eclectic membership of the quintet and their varying experiences and musical tastes.

Since 1989, the group has performed and presented clinics at three Ohio Music Education Association conferences and has toured the British Virgin Islands and Hong Kong, China. Additionally, the Wright State Faculty Woodwind Quintet regularly visits schools throughout Ohio and presents educational concerts that explore concepts ranging from the introduction of woodwind instruments to the challenges of playing in a chamber ensemble. Group members include Dr. Christopher Chaffee (flute), Katherine deGruchy (oboe), Dr. Randall Paul (clarinet), Bill Jobert (bassoon) and Sean Vore (horn).

For more information about the concert, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

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Owens Presents ‘Creative Noises Live’ Third Annual Fall Artist Series, Nov. 8 – Dec. 5

Posted on November 5th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music and theatre are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic semester’s worth of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its third annual “Creative Noises Live” Fall Artist Series, Nov. 8 – Dec. 5.

The Fall Artist Series will showcase the accomplishments of Owens students and faculty in a number of performances ranging from music to vocal.

“‘Creative Noises Live’ is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the tremendous accomplishments of our Owens Community College Fine and Performing Arts students and faculty,” said Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “I encourage area residents to attend one of the many upcoming free recitals, ensembles and performances in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.”

All events will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus, unless otherwise noted. Owens is located in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Monday, November 8
Owens Classical Percussion Ensemble
Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful sounds courtesy of the College’s percussion ensemble class. The group will showcase their creative percussion skills during a performance that will highlight an array of unique rhythmic sounds.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Monday, November 15
Owens Guitar Ensemble
Students from the Owens guitar ensemble class will perform some of their favorite music, showcasing the skills they have acquired through the use of this classic instrument.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, November 17
Owens Jazz Express
Owens student performers from the Jazz Express group will showcase their many talents through numerous crowd-pleasing musical favorites that highlight many diverse styles of jazz.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Tuesday, November 30
Owens and Friends Musical Performance
Attendees will have the opportunity to be amazed by the musical talents of Owens’ Zachary Kreutz (drums), Alex McIntosh (guitar), Dave Tippett (trumpet) and Kyle Turner (bass), among many other faculty and friends, as they perform an array of original works during the live event.
(7:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Friday, December 3
Owens Choir Concert
The College’s student choir class will feature a sundry of holiday music, as well as Mozart selections, that feature their vocal talents and abilities.
(7 p.m.) (Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in downtown Toledo)

Sunday, December 5
Owens Concert Band Holiday Concert
Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful holiday sounds courtesy of Owens’ concert band class. The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections to usher in the holiday season.
(2:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Owens Voice Recital
Area residents are invited to enjoy the amazing sounds of the College’s vocal students during as part of an evening voice recital. The event will feature a wide range of music from Broadway hits to many of today’s popular chart-topping songs.
(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

All the performances are free and the public is encouraged to attend. For more information about the “Creative Noises Live” Fall Artist Series, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Eighth Annual Faculty Art Showcase on Display at Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery, Nov. 2 – Dec. 10

Posted on November 1st, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Community members will have the opportunity to view the diverse and vibrant work of some of Northwest Ohio’s finest artists as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts the eighth annual Faculty Art Showcase, Nov. 2 – Dec. 10. The exhibition will be on display in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to once again showcase the artistic talents of our outstanding faculty members,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “The Faculty Art Showcase will provide area residents and students with the chance to view various artistic expressions and celebrate the talent and diversity that the faculty exemplifies.”

The art showcase features artwork created by many notable and highly acclaimed Owens faculty members, including Kelly Averill-Savino of Toledo, Michelle Carlson of Toledo, Mania Dajnak of Perrysburg, Jim Fultz of Findlay, Philip Hazard of Toledo, Barbara Johnson of Toledo, Nancy Light of Waterville, Larry Linkous of Rossford, Margaret Lockwood-Lass of Toledo, Mark Pechlivanos of Toledo, Julie Schnell-Madden of Temperance, Mich., John Waltz of Waterville, Steven Lark of Toledo, Diane Roy of Toledo, Emily Stokes of Ann Arbor, Mich., Michael Yager of Perrysburg, David Cantor of Toledo, Ruth Foote of Toledo, Carey Marten of Toledo, Kevin Schroeder of Toledo and Sally Welch of Perrysburg. A wide range of visual media will be featured, including works of art in the areas of painting, printmaking, ceramics, photography, graphic design, glass and sculpture.

To celebrate the opening of the faculty showcase, a free reception will be held on Friday, Nov. 19 from 6-8 p.m. in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; and from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays. For additional information about the exhibit, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Core Ensemble’s ‘Tres Vidas’ Performance, Oct. 28

Posted on October 21st, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents will have the opportunity to experience a unique artistic performance developed by Core Ensemble that features a theatrical narrative to chamber music as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “Tres Vidas” on Thursday, Oct. 28.

Core Ensemble’s performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome internationally-acclaimed Core Ensemble to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Core Ensemble’s chamber music theatre presentation of ‘Tres Vida’ combines both the theatrical narrative and chamber music in a unique artistic expression that celebrates theatre, music and Latin American history. Attendees will be amazed by the group’s talents and compelling performance.”

Core Ensemble’s presentation of “Tres Vidas” will feature an actress performing in both Spanish and English that portrays three legendary Latin American women, including renowned Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, Argentinean poet Alfonsina Storni and Salvadoran peasant activist Rufina Amaya, all while interacting onstage with a musical cello, percussion and piano trio. With a script written by Chilean poet and writer Marjorie Agosin, “Tres Vidas” will highlight powerful portrayals of each woman and includes the singing of traditional Mexican folk songs, as well as Argentinean popular and tango songs made famous by Mercedes Sosa and Carlos Gardel. “Tres Vidas” premiered in March 2001 at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is now touring around the globe.

Tickets for Core Ensemble’s “Tres Vidas” performance are $18 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

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Nationally Acclaimed Artist Arturo Rodriguez Showcases Artwork at Owens Findlay-area Campus, Oct. 27 – Nov. 19

Posted on October 19th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus invites area residents to visit the brilliantly artistic world of nationally acclaimed artist Arturo Rodriguez through his emotionally vivid paintings, prints and mixed media works as the Library Gallery presents a new exhibit titled “Marielito”, Oct. 27 – Nov. 19.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery talk for Rodriguez on Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 5 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is honored to exhibit the works of such a widely accomplished artist as Arturo Rodriguez,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Rodriguez’s paintings, prints and mixed media works combine images from paintings that one might find on the walls of an average American home and images from some of his earliest visual memories as a young Cuban immigrant to the United States in the 1980s – cartoons. By uniting these seemingly disparate images Rodriguez’s work constitutes an accurate metaphor for Cuban aesthetics and culture, which historically has undergone a process of appropriation. Exhibit attendees will truly enjoy the vivid, colorful artistic expressions, which have captivated audiences nationwide.”

Rodriguez was born in Cuba. He left the island at a very young age with his mother during the Mariel boatlift in 1980. Rodriguez has since lived in the United States for over 20 years, however, he has not forgotten about his native country, which is often intertwined within his artistic expressions.

His works have been widely exhibited nationwide to include appearances in the University of Missouri-Kansas City National Print Exhibition at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, the Bradley International Print and Drawing Exhibition at Bradley University, the Prints U.S.A 2005 National Juried Group Exhibition at the Springfield Art Museum and the Sense of Place National Juried Group Exhibition at the Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, among others. Rodriguez also has received several accolades throughout his career highlighted by the Ohio Arts Council Individual Artist Excellence Award Grant and the Thomas Hart Benton Merit Scholarship.

Rodriguez received a bachelor’s degree in painting/printmaking from the Kansas City Art Institute and a master’s degree in printmaking from Indiana University. He has served as an Associate Professor of Art/Printmaking at the University of Toledo for the past nine years. Rodriguez previously was a Professor of Foundations/Printmaking at Savannah College of Art and Design from 1997-2001.

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Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ Theatre Production, Oct. 15

Posted on October 11th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to witness one of William Shakespeare’s most revered comedies as the National Players, America’s longest running classical touring company, presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts on Friday, Oct. 15.

The performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is occurring in conjunction with Owens serving as host to the 2010 Ohio Valley Shakespeare Conference, Oct. 14-16.

“Owens Community College is proud to present ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, arguably one of William Shakespeare’s most popular theatrical productions,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “National Players offers a fresh twist on the classic ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ as they make it relevant within today’s society. The performance will spin a fanciful and fantastical tale of love, complete with nymphs, fairies and misguided humans.”

National Players’ productions are known for adhering to strict traditions of touring theatre that includes company members not only performing multiple roles, but also technical assignments ranging from lighting to set-up. The theatre group will provide a fresh, contemporary take on the timeless “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” production to mirror today’s fast moving electronic media saturated world. A glowing woods and fairies dancing to electronica will set the scene for wacky things to happen when a man loves a woman who loves a man who loves another man in a lover’s quarrel of titanic proportions.

Prior to “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” production on Friday, attendees will have the opportunity to hear the rich colorful blend of the harp and acoustic guitar as part of TAPESTRY’s live performance featuring Owens Adjunct Faculty member Denise Grupp-Verbon and Michael Grupp-Verbon. The two professional musicians will perform an array of Renaissance music at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda.

Tickets for “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” performance are $15 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

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Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents ‘What Was I Thinking?’ Art Exhibit, Oct. 5-22

Posted on October 4th, 2010

Jim Fultz's watercolor painting titled "Out to Lunch" is among the many works of art on display as part of the "What Was I Thinking?" exhibit at the Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery.

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus continues the 2010-11 arts season with an artistic array of masterful interactive paintings by Findlay resident Jim Fultz as the Library Gallery presents “What Was I Thinking” art exhibit, Oct. 5-22.

The exhibit is free and open to the public. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Library Gallery is pleased to showcase the work of Jim Fultz, a visionary and conceptual painter whose work explores the interaction between viewer and artwork,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Viewers who stand before the work see their physical reflection in its surfaces and may then grapple with a mental reflection. ‘What was Fultz thinking when he created this? What am I thinking as I see myself inside his work?'”

Fultz’s passion for art as expressed in his paintings has been shaped and influenced by a variety experiences throughout his career, which included serving as a Gallery Guide at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum from 2005-07 and a Gallery Attendant at The Metropolitan Museum of Art from 2003-04. He also was an Art Teacher at Public School 17 in Bronx, N.Y., for two years.

Many of Fultz’s works have been exhibited publicly in shows throughout the United States to include appearances at the Toledo Museum of Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Weatherspoon Art Museum, the New Jersey Center for the Visual Arts and the Grace Albrecht Gallery. He was also featured in the “70th Annual National Juried Show” at the Cooperstown Art Association.

Fultz currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at Owens Community College and Bluffton University where he teaches classes in art history, fundamentals of drawing and art appreciation, among other academic concentrations. He holds a master’s degree in painting from Ohio University and a bachelor’s degree in studio art from the University of Akron.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents ‘Alice and Wonderland, A Rock Opera’, Oct. 10

Posted on October 1st, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – High-energy song and dance will be showcased at Owens Community College as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “Alice and Wonderland, A Rock Opera” on Sunday, Oct. 10.

The performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 3 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to present the talents of The Magik Theatre and their own unique version and interpretation of the timeless classic children’s book ‘Alice in Wonderland’,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “The performance is sure to delight attendees of all ages as Alice and her cast of characters bring theatre, dance and music to life in what can best be described as a rock concert.”

“Alice and Wonderland, A Rock Opera” is presented by the national touring company The Magik Theatre. Based in San Antonio, The Magik Theatre was founded in 1994 with the overall mission of providing extraordinary and affordable professional theatre and educational experiences for children and adults, as well as promoting an interest and understanding of theatre and literature. Since the first curtain rose over 16 years ago, the organization has performed to over 1.3 million people.

In addition to theatrical productions, The Magik Theatre’s arts education outreach programs include the Acting and Creativity Academy, AccessAbility, X-celerated Theatre and Shakespeare Speaks, which are free in-school workshops that culminate with the organization’s annual Shakespeare in the Park festival at the San Antonio Botanical Garden. The touring group also regularly shares their talents with audiences of all ages at theatrical venues and schools, as well as at colleges and universities throughout the country.

Presented in the style of The Who’s Broadway musical “Tommy”, “Alice and Wonderland, A Rock Opera” will feature author Lewis Carroll’s most memorable characters and their adventures from the timeless literary classic, including the Cheshire Cat, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, the Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit and Alice.

Tickets for the “Alice and Wonderland, A Rock Opera” performance are $15 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

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Musical Composer, Author Dr. David Cutler to Speak at Owens, Sept. 27

Posted on September 21st, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in gaining insight into how to become a successful professional musician are invited to attend several free lecture presentations featuring noted musical composer and author Dr. David Cutler at Owens Community College on Monday, Sept. 27.

Presented by the Owens’ Department of Fine and Performing Arts, Cutler’s lecture presentations are titled “Average Student, Savvy Student” and “Marketing is Everything!” and will take place in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111 on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

“Average Student, Savvy Student” presentations will occur at 9 and 10 a.m., while the lecture titled “Marketing is Everything!” will take place at 12:30 p.m. Both lecture presentations will examine critical elements to a professional career as a musician, such as entrepreneurship, product development, branding, marketing, networking, the recording paradigm, personal finance, funding, relevance and legacy. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

For additional information about the free lecture presentations, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Presents Yet-to-be Written, Cast and Rehearsed Plays As Part of 24-Hour ‘Theatre Express’ Event, Sept. 25

Posted on September 15th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students and faculty as well as community members will have the unique opportunity to write, cast, rehearse and perform seven different plays in a 24-hour time period as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts its third annual fall “Theatre Express” production, Sept. 24-25. The 24-hour theatre event will conclude on Saturday, Sept. 25, with participants premiering their seven masterful plays in the Studio Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

“Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to once again present a unique theatrical experience where the productions are written, cast, rehearsed and performed in the span of 24 hours,” said Jeremy Meier, Owens Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts. “Attendees will be amazed by the creative talents of all those involved in the collaborative process, which is unlike any other. I encourage area residents to experience theatre of the unknown.”

The 24-hour marathon begins in the afternoon on Friday (Sept. 24) when each actor and actress arrives at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts wearing a unique costume put together from their own wardrobe. Attendees will also bring an item that reflects their character’s personality. Each performer’s photo will then be taken for playwright selection purposes.

Actors and actresses will meet with the directors at 9 a.m. on Saturday (Sept. 25) in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts to rehearse and memorize lines of the recently-written plays. Final rehearsals will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the actors and actresses will showcase theatrical talents during the live performance at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre. In addition, the playwrights will see their plays staged for the first time with the audience.

For additional information about the “Theatre Express” production, contact (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Community College Hosts Auditions for Upcoming Theatre Production, Sept. 27-28

Posted on September 14th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in performing in the upcoming student production of the “Almost, Maine” are invited to open theatre auditions at Owens Community College, Sept. 27-28.

Auditions will take place Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 27 and 28, from 6-9 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Callback auditions will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 29. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each individual is encouraged to prepare a monologue as part of the audition or a monologue will be provided for them. The theatre production dates are Nov. 18-21.

Attendees are required to make an appointment prior to the audition dates. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Nationally-Acclaimed Country Group Buffalo Rome, Sept. 17

Posted on September 9th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Nationally-acclaimed Buffalo Rome will bring their trademark country music blend of acoustic roots with intricate harmonies to Northwest Ohio as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents the Nashville-based group in concert on Friday, Sept. 17.

Buffalo Rome’s performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome widely recognized musical group Buffalo Rome to the Mainstage Theatre,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Buffalo Rome’s unique style brings music reminiscent of the 1970s western country rock to life, which will certainly leave a lasting impression on concert attendees.”

Buffalo Rome is nationally known for bringing vinyl vibe to the digital age. The three-person group blends acoustic roots with intricate harmonies to create a unique sound through the use of guitar, banjo, harmonica and mandolin that has entertained audiences nationwide.

The country music group has graced the stage of such musical venues as the Grand Ole Opry and performed with artists ranging from Montgomery Gentry and Kenny Loggins to Michael Bolton and Elton John. Group members include Michael Visconti, Billy McCorvey and Kevin Douglas.

Buffalo Rome’s accomplishments include appearing on television’s Great American Country and within the pages of “Country Weekly” magazine. The group has released 19 songs, which includes the highly popular “Big Sky” and “Ocean In Montana”.

Tickets for the Buffalo Rome performance are $18 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

One of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio, Owens Community College is a fully accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

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Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Internationally-Known Muslim Speaker Zohra Sarwari, Sept. 13

Posted on September 2nd, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will raise the curtain on its 2010-11 presenting arts season as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts welcomes internationally-known Muslim speaker and author Zohra Sarwari on Monday, Sept. 13.

Sarwari will provide attendees within an insightful talk about the stereotypes that Muslims face on a daily basis in a lecture presentation titled “No, I Am Not a Terrorist!”. Her performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 7:30 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to kick off the 2010-11 presenting arts season by welcoming the highly acclaimed Zohra Sarwari to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Ms. Sarwari is an extremely talented individual and is known internationally for her speaking and literary work. Her engaging discussion will mix enthusiasm, humor and passion into several inspirational stories that encourage individuals to enhance their understanding of terrorism, Islam and Muslims for the betterment of humanity.”

Sarwari came to America from Afghanistan at the age of six. Her varied background includes being raised in New York City, then moving to the suburbs of Virginia, finishing high school in California and currently residing in Indiana. She went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master’s degree in business administration and is currently working toward a second bachelor’s degree in Islamic studies.

She has faced many challenges as a result of her Orthodox Muslim background and is committed to advocating for tolerance toward people of all races, religions and backgrounds. Sarwari is the author of nine books that focus on helping people achieve their goals and resolving specific challenges facing them in their lives. Among the literary works to her credit include “9 Steps To Achieve Your Destiny”, “Become a Professional Speaker Today”, “Time Management For Success”, “Are Muslim Women Oppressed?”, “Imagine that Today is Your Last Day” and “No! I Am Not a Terrorist!”.

Additionally, Sarwari has provided her inspirational message to colleges and universities, as well as to Muslim and non-Muslim community groups around the globe. She has appeared in such international publications as “Azizah Magazine” and on several international television networks that include Payme Afghan TV and Noor TV.

In addition to the evening performance, Sarwari will be proving a lecture presentation for Owens students on Monday (Sept. 13) from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Room 125. The lecture presentation is being presented by the College’s Student Government, the Office of Student Activities, the International Student Union, the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the Muslim Student Association and the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.

Tickets for the performance are $10 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

International, National and Local Performers Scheduled at Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts in 2010-11

Posted on August 31st, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts will raise the curtain with an array of events scheduled throughout the 2010-11 presenting arts season. Music, dance and theatre artists from around the world, including several local, national and international standouts, will perform a variety of shows and concerts at Owens this upcoming year.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again celebrate the performing arts with an impressive array of talent ranging from music to theatre,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Director of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “The 2010-11 season is designed to appeal to just about everyone as it offers entertainment for all ages and tastes. Owens is pleased to once again connect artists and audiences through performances that reach out to the campus and our surrounding communities.”

Internationally-recognized speaker Zohra Sarwari and her lecture presentation titled No, I Am Not a Terrorist! will serve as the kickoff event for the 2010-11 season on Monday, Sept. 13. An established author of nine books and a public speaker, Sarwari will provide attendees with an insightful talk about the stereotypes that Muslims face on daily basis.

Buffalo Rome will bring vinyl vibe of the 1970s western country rock scene to the digital age on Friday, Sept. 17 at Owens. Nationwide audiences have heralded the three-person group’s talents for blending acoustic roots with intricate harmonies to create a unique sound through the use of guitar, banjo, harmonica and mandolin.

The College presenting arts season will once again feature several family-oriented Sunday performances designed to provide fun and entertainment to individuals of all ages. National touring company The Magik Theatre will simultaneously bring rock and roll and the classic children’s book “Alice in Wonderland” to life in a high-energy song and dance performance titled “Alice and Wonderland, A Rock Opera” on Oct. 10. Following “Alice and Wonderland, A Rock Opera”, the classic tale of a young orphan girl whose dauntless spirit transforms her adoptive family will be showcased in ArtsPower National Touring Theatre’s production of “Anne of Green Gables” on March 20.

Owens will also offer community members the opportunity to witness one of William Shakespeare’s most revered comedies as the National Players, America’s longest running classical touring company, presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on Oct. 15. Individuals will have the chance to experience a unique artistic performance developed by Core Ensemble that features a theatrical narrative to chamber music titled “Tres Vidas” on Oct. 28.

Additionally, “It’s A Wonderful Life: Live From WVL Radio” will take attendees to the 1940s for an authentic “live broadcast” of Frank Capra’s beloved film “It’s A Wonderful Life” as it would have been presented during the Golden Age of Radio on Dec. 10. On March 11, Celtic Blaze featuring Stephanie Cadman will bring their high energy talents to Owens for a performance that explores Canadian heritage through music and dance, with a creative contemporary edge.

The 2010-11 presenting arts season will also feature speaking engagements of two nationally prominent authors. On Jan. 25, Sister Helen Prejean, the author of the Pulitzer Prize-nominated book “Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States”, will provide a vivid account of her experiences as an activist related to the execution process in a lecture presentation titled Dead Man Walking: The Journey Continues. Insight into the PostSecret Project with author Frank Warren will follow Prejean’s performance on March 23 in the Student Health and Activities Center. Warren is the creator of the blog phenomenon titled the PostSecret Project, a collection of highly personal and artfully decorated postcards mailed anonymously from around the world, that display the soulful secrets people never voice to others.

Local community arts events will highlight the 2010-11 season as Owens collaborates with the Toledo School for the Arts to present the musicals “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Zombie Prom” Nov. 4-7, a Winter Musicfest Concert on Jan. 20 and Dance Showcase on Feb. 3. The Toledo Repertoire will also make two appearances at Owens and present the theatre staged reading “A Merry Regiment of Women” on Oct. 14 and an Edgy Rep Reading “Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead” on March 5. Community performances also include the Perrysburg Symphony Orchestra presenting their annual Halloween Concert and Young Artists/Side-by-Side Spring Concert on Oct. 30 and May 7, respectively, and Pride of Toledo Chorus Sweet Adeline International presenting an array of harmonious selections as part of their Annual Performance Concert on Oct. 2.

In addition, Owens fine and performing arts students will also put their acting skills on display as part of the College’s annual student theatrical productions. John Cariani’s “Almost, Maine” will occur Nov. 18-21, while “Tartuffe” by Moliere will take place April 8-9 and 15-17. Owens students and faculty as well as community members will have the unique opportunity to write, cast, rehearse and perform seven different playwrights in a 24-hour period and present the finished theatre product to the public as part of the third annual fall “Theatre Express” production on Sept. 25.

All performing arts events will occur in Owens’ Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus unless noted otherwise. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. For additional information about the College’s 2010-11 presenting arts season schedule, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787 or (567) 661-2787.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents Small Beauty and Potential Heartbreaker’ Exhibit, Aug. 30 – Sept. 17

Posted on August 25th, 2010

Owens' "Small Beauty and Potential Heartbreaker" exhibit will feature an array of photography by Marianna Hofer including an artistic expression titled "Birdcage".

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus opens the 2010-11 arts season with an artistic array of masterful black and white photography by Findlay resident Marianna Hofer as the Library Gallery presents “Small Beauty and Potential Heartbreaker” exhibit, Aug. 30 – Sept. 17.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery talk for Hofer on Thursday, Sept. 2 from 5-7 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Library Gallery is pleased to showcase the work of such a talented artist as Marianna Hofer,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Marianna looks at the edges of life through her photography, which certainly provides a unique perspective on things that are often overlooked in our society. Exhibit attendees will certainly enjoy the transient beauty of her artistic expressions.”

Hofer’s interest in photography dates back to her youth, however, her work as an acclaimed photographer did not begin until more recently. Her passion for artistic expression, as seen through a lens, has grown into a rather large portfolio of landscape photographs, which have been featured in juried shows throughout Northwest Ohio, including the Wassenburg Art Center in Van Wert, Art Space in Lima and the Findlay Art League in Findlay. Hofer’s photographs can also be viewed in Studio 13 in Findlay’s Jones Building and in various eateries around town.

In addition to her photography, Hofer has also led an accomplished career as a writer. She has published poems, stories, essays and reviews in many notable literary magazines, including “Barrelhouse”, “Epitome”, “Freshwater” and “Ohioana Quarterly”. In 2008, Hofer released a published book of poetry titled “A Memento Sent by the World: Poems”. She also was named the recipient of an Ohio Arts Council Individual Artist’s Grant in Poetry and held residency at the renowned Ragdale Artist Colony.

Hofer, an Associate Professor of English at the University of Findlay, holds master’s degrees from Miami University and Bowling Green State University and a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University.

Marianna Hofer's "Glass 2" is among the many works on display as part of the "Small Beauty and Potential Heartbreaker" exhibit at the Owens Findlay-area Campus.

One of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio, Owens Community College is a fully accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents ‘Ohio Designer Craftsmen’ Opening Season Exhibit, Aug. 23 – Sept. 16

Posted on August 19th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will open the 2010-11 Arts Exhibition Season with an array of craft media created by established and emerging Ohio Designer Craftsmen artists as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presents the exhibit titled “Ohio Designer Craftsmen: Best of 2010”, Aug. 23 – Sept. 16. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to the exhibit, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to a lecture by nationally-known metalsmith and Ohio Designer Craftsmen and Bowling Green State University faculty member Tom Muir on Thursday, Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Room 111.

“Owens Community College is proud to open the current exhibition season with such a unique exhibit that showcases some of the finest craft works of art in Ohio,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “The ‘Ohio Designer Craftsmen: Best of 2010′ exhibit brings to life various artistic expressions ranging from ceramics to glass, which will certainly captivate attendees’ imagination. Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is honored to showcase the Ohio Designer Craftsmen artistic talents.”

Founded in 1963, Ohio Designer Craftsmen is a not-for-profit organization with over 2,100 members, which includes craft artists, educators, students and other individuals who appreciate fine art. The overall mission of the organization is to promote the fine crafts aesthetic by establishing a standard of excellence, encouraging creative growth, providing professional support to craft artists and building public awareness, appreciation and collection of fine art. Additionally, the Ohio Designer Craftsmen offers a wide range of exhibitions, publications, programs and artist services.

Exhibitions are presented at the Ohio Craft Museum, founded by Ohio Designer Craftsmen in 1993. Located in Columbus, the complex is the only museum in the Midwest exclusively devoted to exhibiting and collecting fine art. Five to six exhibitions of contemporary craft by artists from Ohio and across the United States are presented each year. Public programs include artist lectures, hands-on workshops for children and adults, and a summer craft day camp for children.

Over 60 works of art will be showcased as part of the “Ohio Designer Craftsmen: Best of 2010” exhibit at Owens, including an array of functional, sculptural or decorative and contemporary approaches in clay, fiber, wood, glass, enamel, leather, metal and jewelry. This marks the 27th year in which the Ohio Designer Craftsmen have presented their juried members’ competition.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; and from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays. For additional information about the exhibit, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

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Acclaimed Musician Doug Johns to Present Master Class and Electric Bass Clinic at Owens, July 10

Posted on June 30th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to gain insight into the musical career of acclaimed electric bassist, composer and clinician Doug Johns as Owens Community College presents a free Master Class and Electric Basic Clinic on Saturday, July 10.

Presented by the College’s School of Arts and Sciences on Findlay-area Campus and the Department of Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus, Johns’ appearance at Owens will occur from 1-3 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. In addition, the College will host a reception for Johns prior to his presentation on Saturday from 12:30-1 p.m. The reception will take place in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

The Master Class and Electric Bass Clinic will feature discussion about Johns’ musical background as well as insight into forming a genuine connection with audiences as a musician. Highlighted topics will also include the importance of self promotion and marketing and the Internet as it relates to a professional career in the music industry. Additionally, Johns plans to share his musical talents with attendees during the clinic.

Johns began honing his skills at a very young by performing in various soul, funk, blues and jazz bands. From humble beginnings, the Cleveland-based musician has since entertained audiences worldwide with his electric jazz-funk/fusion sound. Johns has more than 25 years of bass experience and has worked with such musical talents as Victor Wooten, Buddy Miles and Dweezil Zappa.

The culmination of Johns’ musical experiences led him to release his first critically-acclaimed solo CD “Doug Johns” in 2006. Johns has followed up his solo debut with the release of “Pocket Fulla Nasty” in 2008. The internationally-recognized bassist is currently performing as part of a two-person project, the Doug Johns Duo, featuring drummer Chris Ceja.

For additional information about the upcoming Master Class and Electric Bass Clinic, call (567) 429-3648 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3648.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents Toledo Emerges’ Art Exhibit, June 15 – July 29

Posted on June 15th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will conclude the 2009-10 Arts Exhibition Season with a new generation of emerging artists bringing a fresh perspective to the Northwest Ohio art scene as the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery presents the exhibit titled “Toledo Emerges”, June 15 – July 29.

To celebrate the opening of the ‘Toledo Emerges’ art exhibit, a free reception will take place on Thursday, June 17 from 6-8 p.m. in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Music will be provided by DJ Andy Zurecher. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to conclude the current exhibition season by showcasing some of the finest emerging artists around,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “‘Toledo Emerges’ will provide area residents with the chance to view various artistic expressions as presented by our extremely talented arts community. These young artists bring a new and exciting perspective on a variety of contemporary styles, which will certainly not disappoint exhibit attendees.”

Individuals showcasing their artistic work as part of Owens’ season concluding art exhibit are Lena B. Ellis-Boatman of Berkley, Mich. (printmaking), Amy Beeler of Oregon (jewelry), Elizabeth Ann Cavalier of Bowling Green (fiber sculpture), Carley Dahl of Monroe, Mich. (mixed media), Dan Hernandez of Toledo (mixed media), Kristin Kowalski of Toledo (ceramic sculpture), Julia Cristina Rogers of Bowling Green (bronze and glass sculpture), Har Simrit Singh (Doug Curtis) of Toledo (graffiti and painting) and Joseph Van Kerhove of Toledo (ceramic and printmaking).

A wide range of visual media will be featured, including works of art in the areas of painting, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry, graffiti and sculpture, among many others.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday-Thursday. For additional information, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

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Acclaimed Musician Steve Lawson to Present Master Class and Electric Bass Clinic at Owens, June 12

Posted on May 26th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to gain insight into the musical career of acclaimed electric bassist and composer Steve Lawson as Owens Community College presents a free Master Class and Electric Basic Clinic on Saturday, June 12.

Presented by the College’s School of Arts and Sciences on Findlay-area Campus and the Department of Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus, Lawson’s appearance at Owens will occur from 1-3 p.m. in the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center Room 145 on the Toledo-area Campus. In addition, the College will host a reception for Lawson prior to his presentation on Saturday from 12:30-1 p.m. The reception will take place in the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

The Master Class and Electric Bass Clinic will feature discussion about Lawson’s musical background as well as insight into forming a genuine connection with audiences as a musician. Highlighted topics will also include the importance of self promotion and marketing and the Internet as it relates to a professional career in the music industry. Additionally, Lawson plans to share his musical talents with attendees during the clinic.

Lawson is known worldwide for his unique sound that infuses a mixture of jazz, electronica, ambient, new age and “new” acoustic music into his masterful and often improvised performances. The professional bassist has entertained audiences throughout Europe and the United States, to include sold-out shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Edinburgh, Scottland, and opened for such musical groups as Level 42 and the 21st Century Schizoid Band.

Lawson has six released CDs to his credit through the Pillow Mountain Records label. His unique hi-tech sounds and six-string electric bass can be heard on “Behind Every Word”, “Live In Nebraska”, “Grace And Gratitude”, “Not Dancing For Chicken”, “For The Love Of Open Spaces” and “Numbers”.

For additional information about the upcoming Master Class and Electric Bass Clinic, call (567) 429-3648 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3648.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery to Showcase Child Care Center Artwork, May 13-27

Posted on May 4th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Children attending Owens Community College’s Child Care Center will display their artistic qualities, creative impressions and imaginative masterpieces as part of the sixth annual Children’s Art Show, May 13-27. This year’s show will be held for the third time in Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

In addition, the College will host an opening reception for the artists on Thursday, May 13 from 4:30-6 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Both the reception and exhibit are free and the public is encouraged to attend. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Young artists ages 4 months to 5 years old will showcase a variety of works, including multiple paintings, drawings, clay imprints, collages, paper mache insects, wire creations, sculpted vases and other modern art pieces. The art exhibit is the culmination of a year of artistic learning at the College’s Child Care Center.

“The younger the child, the more simplistic the painting or piece will be,” explained Owens Student Art Teacher Michelle Elton. “As the child grows and develops, he or she begins to be able to work more in depth on projects, therefore the artwork will have more details and be more intricate.”

Elton added, “The annual Child Care Center art show began because we wanted to display the hard work and talents of our children. With much excitement, this will be the second consecutive year that the art show will take place in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.”

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public, Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information about the Owens Child Care Center Children’s Art Show, call (567) 661-7404 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7404.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Nationally-Known Author and Sports Writer Mitch Albom, May 11

Posted on April 30th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Nationally-known author and sports writer Mitch Albom will make an appearance in Northwest Ohio to discuss his personal and professional journey through life as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “An Evening with Mitch Albom” on Tuesday, May 11.

Albom’s performance will take place in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center at 7 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome the highly acclaimed Mitch Albom to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Manager for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Mr. Albom is an extremely talented individual and is known nationwide for his literary and journalistic work as well as community outreach efforts. Attendees will certainly enjoy the simplicity of his message about life.”

Albom is recognized as a best-selling author, journalist, screenwriter, playwright, radio and television broadcaster and musician. His books collectively have sold over 28 million copies worldwide and have been made into Emmy Award-winning and critically-acclaimed television movies. Since 1985, Albom has served as a nationally-recognized sports journalist for the “Detroit Free Press” and has become one of the best-known media figures in the city’s history, working in newspapers, radio and television. He currently hosts a daily talk show on WJR radio and appears regularly on ESPN’s “Sports Reporters” and “SportsCenter”.

In addition to his journalism career, Albom has authored three highly successful best-selling books, titled “Tuesdays with Morrie”, “The Five People You Meet in Heaven” and “For One More Day”, that have all been turned into television movies. His recently released fourth book titled “Have a Little Faith” has already garnered national acclaim. Albom also wrote the screenplay for both “For One More Day” and “The Five People You Meet in Heaven” and is an established playwright, having authored numerous pieces for theatre, including the off-Broadway version of “Tuesdays with Morrie”.

He has also founded three charities in the metropolitan Detroit area. The Dream Fund, which was established in 1989, allows disadvantaged children to become involved with the arts. A Time To Help, founded in 1998, brings volunteers together once a month to tackle various projects in Detroit, including staff shelters, building homes with Habitat for Humanity and operating meals on wheels programs for the elderly. S.A.Y. Detroit, Albom’s most recent effort, is an umbrella program to fund shelters and care for the homeless in his city.

Copies of Albom’s book “Have a Little Faith” will be available for purchase during the event. He was also sign copies of his latest book in the College’s Library at the event’s conclusion. Tickets for the performance are $60 for premier seating, $40 for select seating and $20 for general seating. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Presents ‘Melodic Expressions’ Fifth Annual Spring Concert Series, April 23 – May 2

Posted on April 21st, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic year’s worth of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its fifth annual “Melodic Expressions” Spring Concert Series, April 23 – May 2. The Spring Concert Series will showcase the accomplishments of Owens students and faculty in a number of performances ranging from vocal to instrumental.

“‘Melodic Expressions’ is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the tremendous accomplishments of our Owens Community College Fine and Performing Arts students,” said Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “The upcoming recitals and ensembles have been mastered through academic learning within the classroom this past year. Events such as ‘Melodic Expressions’ provide our students with a great venue to display such musical talents in a real world setting.”

All events will occur in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Friday, April 23
Owens Dance Showcase
Owens students will showcase their dancing talents and choreography skills to accompanied music in various genres, including jazz, hip hop, ballet and modern dance, among others.
(8 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Sunday, April 25
Owens Spring Choir Concert – “The Requiem” and Owens String Ensemble
Owens student performers will showcase their vocal talents as they present Gabriel FaurÈ’s “The Requiem”, which is a traditional solemn Catholic liturgy. The Owens string ensemble class will follow the choir concert with an array of string instruments, including the violin, viola and cello. Various classical music favorites will be featured during the live performance.
(7 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

Tuesday, April 27
Piano Duet Performance by Owens Adjunct Faculty Members Lynda Dunn and Cheryl Magrum
Owens Adjunct Faculty members Lynda Dunn and Cheryl Magrum will provide attendees with an afternoon of musical entertainment as the two artists perform piano duets to one of Johann Sebastian Bach’s “Six Suites for Unaccompanied Cello” and to Georges Bizet’s “Jeux d’enfants (Children’s Games)”.
(12:15 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Owens Percussion Ensemble
Owens student performers within the College’s percussion ensemble class will showcase their creative percussion skills during a performance that will highlight an array of unique rhythmic sounds.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Studio Theatre)

Wednesday, April 28
10th Annual Harp Performance by Owens Adjunct Faculty Member Denise Grupp-Verbon and Friends
Denise Grupp-Verbon, Owens Adjunct Faculty member, will feature a sundry of selections and styles as part of her annual harp performance. Several guest artists will also showcase their musical talents during the event.
(6 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre)

Thursday, April 29
Owens Faculty Trio Performance
Attendees will have the opportunity to be amazed by the musical talents of Owens’ Bryan Stanbridge (steel drum), Michael Mason (guitar) and Michael Sander (percussion) as the faculty trio performs an array of genres during the live event.
(12 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Owens Jazz Express
Owens student performers will showcase their many talents through numerous crowd-pleasing musical favorites that highlight many diverse styles of jazz.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Sunday, May 2
Owens Concert Band
Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful sounds courtesy of Owens’ concert band class. The concert will feature a wide range of musical selections to include patriotic music, Broadway show tunes and marches.
(2:30 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre)

All the performances are open to the public. For more information about the “Melodic Expressions” Spring Concert Series, contact the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens’ Findlay-area Campus Showcases Student Artwork, April 26 – May 7

Posted on April 19th, 2010

Additionally, the College will host a reception for the artists on Tuesday, April 27. The reception will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is delighted to once again feature the finest works of art produced by our students during the Spring Semester,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The artistic expressions are extremely individualized and reflect the unique creative abilities and inspirations of each student artist.”

The Spring Student Art Exhibition features numerous pieces of artwork from paintings to drawings created by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Fundamentals of Drawing” course, which is instructed by Erika Clark, Owens Adjunct Faculty member for Fine and Performing Arts. In this course, students obtain experiential learning within various areas, including the study of object drawing, form organization, proportion and texture.

Students from the College’s “Black and White Photography I and II” courses instructed by Melissa Harding, Owens Adjunct Faculty member for Fine and Performing Arts, will also showcase their artistic work as part of the exhibit. The classes focus on photography both as a fine art and for commercial means. Students learn about the development of skills related to visual literacy, film exposure, making prints and preparing prints for exhibition, among many other areas.

Finally, student artists enrolled in the College’s “Foundations in 3D Design” course, instructed by Owens Adjunct Faculty member for Fine and Performing Arts Rhonda Grubbs, will present their artistic expressions within the Library Gallery. In this course, students develop the ability to analyze form and space relationships while being introduced to basic three-dimensional processes and materials, including cardboard and clay.

Students whose work will be displayed are Michael Hampshire of Findlay, Jon McCullough of Gilboa, DeAnna Kern of Owasso, Okla., Vicky Feehan of Fostoria, Alex Kloeppel of Findlay, John Bargiel of Bowling Green, Danny Gantchev of Findlay, Jill Stephens of McClure, Jose Degollado of Fostoria, Scott Heitmeyer of Carey, Erin Miller of Marysville, Trisha Orians of Upper Sandusky, Abigale Price of Arlington, Amanda Sawyer of Findlay, Stephanie Ache of Cygnet, Amanda Arend of Findlay, Katie Bernot of Findlay, Chandra Burkett of Findlay, Jennifer McCoy of Findlay, Mackensie Phillips of Findlay, Brittany Waldman of Findlay, Brandt Barton of Findlay, Carissa Bonham of Ottawa, Kyle Challen of Findlay, George Charlton of Forest, David Dishong of McComb, Tamala Dyar of Wayne, Katrina Feick of Fremont, Nicholas Fondessy of Fostoria, Morganne Gabriel of Fostoria, Magen Hughes of Findlay, Nicole Johnson of Cloverdale, Hillary Moore of Findlay, Corine Stewart of Findlay, Jamie Vogts of Jenera, Jessica Grine of Fostoria, Cynthia Hesson of Mount Blanchard, Ken Lehman of Portage, Heather Murphy of Findlay, Sherry Musgrave of Bloomdale, Alesha Richards of Bloomdale, Jessica Wiler of Findlay and Cole Worden of Findlay.

Gaudete Brass Quintet to Perform at Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts, April 30

Posted on April 19th, 2010

Presented by the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts, the Gaudete Brass Quintet will perform in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 2 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

For more information about this event, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Presents Juried Student Art Exhibition, April 10 – May 1

Posted on April 6th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students will have the unique opportunity to showcase their artistic talents as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts the Seventh Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition, April 10 – May 1.

In addition, the College will host a free opening reception and award ceremony for the exhibit on Saturday, April 10 from 4-6 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Also, Owens alumna Rachel Ackerman will be showcasing illustrations from her first illustrated book “The Bubble Gum Fairy” in conjunction with the opening of the exhibit. Both Ackerman and author Diane Terry will be on hand to sign copies of their children’s book. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens students displaying artwork include Timothy Artessia of Woodville, Ashlee Beach of Fostoria, Jason Cripps of Toledo, Jessica Gallon of Toledo, Taylor Hitch of Oregon, Jerry Isomb of Toledo, Justin Laureano of Bowling Green, Julie Martin of Waterville, Kenneth Perry of Toledo, Aleona Pollauf of Toledo, Kathy Punches of Bowling Green, Joanne Rawson of Toledo, Emily Siravo of Toledo, James Smolenski of Toledo, Keiara Wilcox of Toledo, Samantha Wood of Toledo, John Blake of Upper Sandusky, Cynthia Butler of Toledo, Brandon Freeman of Toledo, Debra Helwig of Delta, Amanda Hertzfeld of Waterville, Alexandra Hill of Pemberville, Matt Johnson of Toledo, Amanda Kerwin of Napoleon, Johnathon Lightle of Swanton, Zachariah Lyons of Toledo, Nick Orlowski of Toledo, Michael Osborne of Toledo, Michael Pettengill of Oregon, David Short of Oregon, Joshua Smith of Toledo, Andrew Stewart of Maumee, Lydia Watson of Oak Harbor, Tabitha Adams of Bowling Green, George Asay of Toledo, Matt Bowley of Jerry City, Aaron Brossia of Rossford, Lois Anne Bowlus of Pemberville, Jessica Checkal of Toledo, Jasmine Cupp of Oak Harbor, Katherine Cedoz of Northwood, Sandy Hagerman of Toledo, Susan Haugh of Findlay, Jamie Lynn Haks of Liberty Center, Shailyn Hill of Pemberville, Linda Lacourse of Toledo, Jennifer Mixon of Grand Rapids, Christie Materi of Oregon, Darcy Lynn Pylant of Walbridge, Amy Radecki of Toledo, Katrina Roberts of Toledo, Katy Reichert of Bowling Green, Laura Traxler of Toledo and Kathie VanNess of Bowling Green.

Owens’ Juried Student Art Exhibition features 93 pieces of artwork in the categories of fine art, which includes sculpture, ceramics, painting, drawing, photography and commercial art. Fifty-five students enrolled within Fine and Performing Arts courses at Owens have had their artwork accepted for the show. Students presenting art for the Juried Student Art Exhibition are allowed to enter a total of four pieces in each of the three categories. Area artists and professionals served as the jury for the exhibit.

Jazz Flutist Galen Abdur-Razzaq to Perform Free Concert and Clinic at Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts, April 14

Posted on April 6th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Jazz recording artist Galen Abdur-Razzaq will bring his masterful talents to Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as the academic institution welcomes the internationally-regarded flutist in concert on Wednesday, April 14.

Presented by the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts and the Office of Student Activities, Abdur-Razzaq’s performance will take place in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda at 12 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

In addition to the performance on Wednesday, Abdur-Razzaq will be sharing insightful details about his musical background as part of a free workshop at 9:45 a.m. in the Studio Theatre Room 111 for interested individuals. The public is welcome to attend.

An internationally-recognized jazz flutist, Abdur-Razzaq has performed and presented clinics at various venues, including college and university campuses, worldwide for over 30 years. He is a former student at Berklee College of Music in Boston and is a graduate of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, N.J. An arranger, composer, music director and writer, Abdur-Razzaq has performed with such renowned artists as Billy Taylor, Sonny Phillips, Gwen Guthrie, Eddie Gladden and Clifford Adams, among many others. Abdur-Razzaq is also a regular speaker on jazz and its historical significance.

For more information about the concert or workshop, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Welcomes ‘Storybook Stars’ Exhibit, April 8-22

Posted on April 2nd, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College welcomes the return of the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum to the Findlay-area Campus with original illustrations from artists who have won major awards for their work in children’s books as the Library Gallery presents “Storybook Stars”, April 8-22.

The Owens Findlay-area Campus Library is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum was founded in 1982 and is the world’s first and largest museum devoted to the art of children’s picture books. Since its inception, the museum has collected over 3,000 original pieces from children’s literature. The goal of the Mazza Museum is to promote literacy among children, as well as to collect, exhibit and preserve original artwork from children’s picture books.

Twenty children’s book illustrations from award-winning illustrators are featured in the “Storybook Stars” exhibit to include “Going to the Ball” by Marcia Brown from the book “Cinderella”, “Bleriot Hops Over the Ground Like a Rabbit” by Alice and Martin Provensen from the book “The Glorious Flight”, “Willie Was Catching Single Snowflakes” by Mary Azarian from the book “Snowflake Bentley” and “Cover” by Arnold Lobel from the book “Frog and Toad Together”.

The Findlay-area Campus “Storybook Stars” exhibit is being presented in conjunction with the celebration of April as Month of the Young Child. In addition, the exhibit is designed to encourage children to take interest in literacy and libraries as the College recognizes National Library Week, April 11-17.

Marcia Brown’s illustration titled “Going to the Ball” from the book “Cinderella” are among the many artistic expressions on display as part of the “Storybook Stars” Gallery Library exhibition.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts and Students Present ‘And The Winner Is,’ April 8-11

Posted on April 2nd, 2010

Kelly Fandrey as Sheri (L to R), Corey DiNardo as Tyler Johnes and Jordan Jarvis as Teddy LaPetite perform a wedding scene in Owens’ student production of “And The Winner Is”.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH -The subject of life and the lessons it teaches with a humorous twist will serve as the theatrical theme in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “And The Winner Is,” April 8-11.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 8 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts is excited to showcase the talents of our Owens students in a theatrical setting that takes a comedic look at Hollywood, while at the same time brings to the forefront life and death,” said Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “Attendees are in for an evening of entertaining theatre.”

Written by Mitch Albom, “And The Winner Is” tells the comic story of Tyler Johnes, a self-obsessed movie star, who is finally nominated for an Oscar, then dies the night before the awards. Outraged at his bad luck and determined to know if he wins (even though he’s dead), he bargains with a heavenly gatekeeper to return to earth for the big night. Along the way, he drags his agent, his acting rival, his bombshell girlfriend and his ex-wife into the journey, in a wildly twisting tale of Hollywood, the afterlife and how we are judged. The performance is an Owens student production.

The cast of “And The Winner Is” is comprised of students from Owens and the theatrical production is directed by Owens Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts Jeremy Meier. Owens student Matthew Cooper of Defiance, who serves as assistant director, oversaw the movie shorts featured in the theatrical production. Additionally, Cooper wrote and directed the “mock-umentary”, which will appear prior to the performance.

Students involved in the production as featured cast members include Corey DiNardo of Northwood, Jon Masters of Toledo, Kelly Fandrey of Swanton, Jordan Jarvis of Perrysburg, Anthony Hunter of Sylvania and Megan Wasserman of Clyde. Owens’ Kari Duffy-Shrader of Toledo and Evan Koontz of Toledo will serve as the stage manager and assistant stage manager, respectively.

“And The Winner Is” will be performed April 8-10 at 7:30 p.m. A matinee performance will also occur on Sunday, April 11 at 3 p.m.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Nationally-Known Radio Personality Garrison Keillor, April 15

Posted on March 26th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Nationally-known writer and radio personality Garrison Keillor will once again bring his satire and humorous anecdotes to Northwest Ohio as Owens Community’s College Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents “An Evening of Storytelling” on Thursday, April 15.

Keillor’s performance will take place in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center at 7 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome the return of Garrison Keillor to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Manager for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Mr. Keillor is the living embodiment of the Midwestern spirit as he shares his steady thoughtfulness, old-fashioned values, traditional songs and dry humor through the legendary radio show “A Prairie Home Companion”. Attendees are in for an unforgettable evening of intellect and laughter that will certainly not disappoint.”

Keillor began his radio career while attending college at the University of Minnesota. Following graduation, he went to work for Minnesota Public Radio in 1969. Five years later, Keillor hosted his first broadcast of the now famous radio show “A Prairie Home Companion”. Since its inception, the program’s popularity has grown immensely and now is heard by more than four million listeners on some 590 radio stations.

Additionally, Keillor is the author of more than 20 books and writes a syndicated weekly column. Keillor is also the recipient of a Peabody Award and a member of the National Radio Hall of Fame by the Museum of the Broadcast Communications. This will mark Keillor’s second appearance at Owens. His first speaking engagement at the College took place in 2003.

Tickets for Garrison Keillor’s performance are $65 for premier seating, $45 for select seating and $25 for general seating. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Welcomes Internationally-Acclaimed Bluegrass Group The Grascals, March 19

Posted on March 8th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Grammy Award-nominated The Grascals will bring their trademark blend of traditional bluegrass and classic county music to Northwest Ohio as Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts present the contemporary bluegrass group in concert on Friday, March 19.

The Grascals’ performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome widely recognized and celebrated The Grascals to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Operations Manager for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “The Grascals’ unique style, which combines traditional bluegrass and classic county music, will certainly leave a lasting impression on concert attendees and undoubtedly rekindle memories of country music’s founding fathers.”

The Grascals began their career in 2004 and have quickly risen to international fame, earning the International Bluegrass Music Association’s (IBMA) Entertainer of the Year award in 2007 and 2006. The six-person group also received the IBMA’s Emerging Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Me and John and Paul”. Other accolades include the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America’s Instrumental Group of the Year award in 2009.

Arguably, the contemporary bluegrass group’s highest achievement occurred several years ago when they earned Grammy Award nominations for Best Bluegrass Album for their first two critically-acclaimed releases “The Grascals” and “Long List of Heartaches” in 2005 and 2007, respectively.

The Grascals have shared the stage with the likes of Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers and Vince Gill, and have made television appearances on the “Opry Live” and “The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson”. Group members include Terry Eldredge (guitar), Jamie Johnson (guitar), Terry Smith (bass), Danny Roberts (mandolin), Kristin Scott Benson (banjo) and Jeremy Abshire (fiddle).

Tickets for The Grascals performance are $26 for floor level seating and $22 for raised level seating. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts to Host Free Wright State Woodwind Quintet Concert and Clinic, March 18

Posted on March 8th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Rich, multi-faceted songs and musical styles from differing historical periods will reverberate throughout the Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as the academic institution welcomes the Wright State University Faculty Woodwind Quintet in concert on Thursday, March 18.

Presented by the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts, the Wright State University Faculty Woodwind Quintet will perform in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 11 a.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and open to the public.

In addition to the performance on Thursday, the musical group will be sharing insightful details about their musical backgrounds as part of a free clinic from 1-1:45 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre for interested individuals. The public is welcome to attend.

For more information about the concert or workshop, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Welcomes ‘Passion for Life, Passion for Art’ Exhibit, March 1-25

Posted on February 25th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College welcomes Findlay’s Kan Du Studio to the Findlay-area Campus as the Library Gallery features an array of original artwork from local artists in an exhibit titled “Passion for Life, Passion for Art”, March 1-25.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery talk for the Kan Du Studio artists on Tuesday, March 2 from 5-7 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is proud to partner with the Kan Du Studio and showcase their artists’ talents in the Library Gallery,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The ‘Passion for Life, Passion for Art’ show is purely a delight. The artists’ joy in making art can be seen in every piece. Knowing that many pieces are the product of collaboration between artists lends a special flavor to the show, too. Different ideas and techniques meld into something wonderful, and the primary colors and imaginative themes will certainly bring a smile to exhibit attendees.”

The Kan Du Studio was founded in 2007 with the overall focus of uniting people with different abilities, giving them the chance to express, communicate and connect with the community through the arts. Located at Blanchard Valley Industries in Findlay, the Kan Du Studio is housed within a vocational workshop and provides experiential learning opportunities to area residents throughout Hancock County.

During its brief time in existence, the Kan Du Studio has played a significant role in helping artists generate individual income and promoting self-determination, positive community interaction, self-advocacy and self-worth. The Kan Du Studio is an extension of Blanchard Valley Center and supported by Hancock County Board of MRDD.

Artistic expressions featured in the “Passion for Life, Passion for Art” exhibit range from paintings to 3-D metal sculptures. Individual artworks are the creations of Mike Baumgardner, Joe Thompson, Jude Fleck, Connie Evanoff, Rick Smith, Janice Fitzpactrick, Rick Kinn, John Walsh, Ashley Aukerman, Brook West and Molly Constien. The 3-D sculptures are collaborative efforts engaging many Kan Du Studio artists.

The Findlay-area Campus “Passion for Life, Passion for Art” exhibit is being presented in conjunction with the celebration of March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Welcomes ‘A Family Affair’ Art Exhibit, Feb. 23 – March 27

Posted on February 23rd, 2010

Art featured in Owens’ “A Family Affair” exhibit includes the Krueger’s interactive “Step Right Up” work, which invites attendees to enter, pose and be photographed. Representing fantasy masquerading as reality, “Step Right Up” exemplifies the common thread showcased in their artwork.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Mixed media and social commentary are intertwined within the latest artwork at Owens Community College as nationally recognized artists and family members Matthew, Susan and Lou Krueger bring various digital prints, fibers, photography, paintings, drawings and sculptures to life in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery as part of an exhibit titled “A Family Affair”, Feb. 23 – March 27. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

A free exhibit reception will take place on Friday, Feb. 26 from 6-8 p.m. in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. In addition, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to a lecture by guest artists Matthew, Susan and Lou Krueger on Thursday, March 18 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111.

“Owens Community College is honored to welcome Matthew, Susan and Lou Krueger and their amazing artistic talents to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Matthew, Susan and Lou find that the use of mixed media and narrative acts as a common thread in the fabric of their artwork. Individually or in collaboration, their imagery embraces an eclectic mix of processes and technologies that examine the spaces between truth and illusion. Taking the final form of digital print, fibers, photography, painting, drawing or sculpture, their work will encourage exhibit attendees’ imagination to soar.”

Combining vivid photographs with his mastery of Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Maya and Illustrator technology, Matthew is known for creating large scale prints which investigate the connections between seemingly disparate phenomena. The Cleveland resident, and son of Susan and Lou, has garnered several accolades for his work and has appeared in exhibits throughout Midwest region, including at The Toledo Museum of Art. His various artistic expressions in “A Family Affair” exhibit will highlight far-fetched connections where imagination triumphs and forces the viewer to question the understanding of reality.

Susan’s artistic expressions focus on fiber collages, which often involves any combination of drawing with wax on fabric, bleaching, dyeing, felting, quilting, embroidery and beading. The contrast between the precision of a machine and the organic nature of the hand work serves as a focal point in the Bowling Green resident’s (the wife of Lou) artwork. Many of Susan’s fiber collages have been motivated by her life experiences and many modern day issues such as the war in Iraq and Hurricane Katrina, among other topics. Susan has taught art courses at Syracuse University and Bowling Green State University, and has received several awards including Emerging Artist honors at Quilt National, which is regarded as the premier exhibition of contemporary art quilts in the United States.

Lou’s primary goal as an artist is to showcase magic in his artwork and to serve as an intermediary between the physical world and the world of grand illusion. The Bowling Green resident’s (the husband of Susan) photographs, drawings and paintings are based as much on fiction as on fact and emphasize a world filled with various mixed messages that bombard society on a daily basis. The Bowling Green State University faculty member’s photographic narratives have appeared in numerous regional and national exhibitions, both juried and by invitation. His work is also included in several public and private collections.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; and from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays. For additional information, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Community College Family Fun Sundays Presents ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ Performance, March 7

Posted on February 22nd, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Community members of all ages are invited to join the bilingual adventures of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents the theatrical version of a timeless favorite in both spoken English and American Sign Language on Sunday, March 7.

The performance, which will be held in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre at 2 p.m., is the third in the series of three Family Fun Sundays presented by Owens. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again welcome Sign Stage on Tour to Northwest Ohio and their unique version of the classical tale ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ on stage,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Operations Manager for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “The production is sure to please attendees of all ages as Sign Stage on Tour affords individuals the opportunity to experience theatre in American Sign Language and spoken English.”

“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” is presented by the national touring group Sign Stage on Tour through Windwood Productions, a theatrical company comprised of deaf and hearing stage specialists. Sign Stage on Tour, which performs an array of theatrical plays worldwide in both spoken English and American Sign Language, is dedicated to presenting educational programs that integrate bilingual education with theatre. Previous performances by the theatre group include “Dr. Dolittle”, “Treasure Island” and “Matilda”.

According to Barkan, “When a character speaks on stage it occurs in American Sign Language, however, a spoken voice will be heard at the same time. The blend of languages allows individuals to experience the spatial beauty of American Sign Language as the actors move their hands and bodies, as well as hear the spoken dialogue so that audience members, both deaf and hearing, are able to fully enjoy the adventurous tale of Charlie Bucket and his trip to Mr. Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory.”

The troupe has performed in numerous venues and festivals worldwide highlighted by appearances at DeafWay II in Washington, D.C., the Eighth International Pantomime Festival of the Deaf in Brno, Czechoslovakia, and the Jerash Festival in Amman, Jordan.

“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” tells the story of five lucky children winning the chance of a lifetime to tour Mr. Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. Once inside, Charlie and the other four winners witness amazing wonders ranging from sweat tasting wallpaper to a chocolate waterfall. The adaptation of the Sign Stage on Tour’s theatrical production is based on the book by internationally recognized author Ronald Dahl.

Tickets for “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” are $15 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2787.

Owens Community College Welcomes Karen Durrant’s Dreamgirls in Concert, Feb. 19

Posted on February 11th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents will have the opportunity to take a trip back in time to the magical sounds of the 1960s, 70s and 80s made famous by such internationally-known female artists as Tina Turner and Diana Ross as emerging nationally-recognized performer Karen Durrant brings to life their classic and timeless songs at Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts on Friday, Feb. 19.

Karen Durrant’s Dreamgirls performance will take place in the College’s Mainstage Theatre at 8 p.m. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Karen Durrant’s appearance is part of the College’s ongoing celebration of Black History Month.

“Owens Community College is proud to celebrate Black History Month by honoring several African-American women who defined the musical sounds of the 1960s, 70s and 80s,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Operations Manager for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Attendees will be captivated by Karen Durrant’s authentic costumes, choreography and vocals that bring to life the sights and sounds of several internationally-known entertainers at the height of their stardom.”

Honoring some of the most talented ladies in musical history, Karen Durrant’s Dreamgirls performance will feature many crowd-pleasing favorites made famous by Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Donna Summer and Martha Reeves. Musical hits in Durrant’s repertoire include “Dancing In The Street”, “You Keep Me Hangin’ On”, “Back in My Arms Again”, “Hot Stuff”, “Simply The Best” and “Proud Mary”, among many others. Durrant has showcased her musical talents and played to venues worldwide, including in Canda and the United States.

Tickets for Karen Durrant’s Dreamgirls performance are $28 for floor level seating and $24 for raised level seating. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu/arts or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. ARTS (2787).

Owens Community College Hosts Auditions for Upcoming Theatre Production, Feb. 1-2

Posted on January 28th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in performing in the upcoming student production of the “And The Winner Is” are invited to open theatre auditions at Owens Community College, Feb. 1-2.

Auditions will take place Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 1-2, from 6-9 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. Callback auditions will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 3. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each individual is encouraged to prepare a monologue as part of the audition or a monologue will be provided for them. The theatre production dates are April 8-11.

Attendees are required to make an appointment prior to the audition dates. For more information, or to make an appointment, call (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Features ‘Personal Spaces: Imagined Worlds’ Exhibit, Jan. 28 – Feb. 11

Posted on January 25th, 2010

Andrew Maurer’s painting titled “Mall” is among the many artistic expressions on display as part of the Library Gallery’s “Personal Spaces: Imagined Worlds” exhibit.

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery continues its 2009-10 art exhibition season with the works of local artist Andrew Maurer. The exhibit titled “Personal Spaces: Imagined Worlds” will showcase Mauer’s unique style of capturing the urban landscape through vivid, acrylic paintings, Jan. 28 – Feb. 11.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery talk for Mauer on Friday, Jan. 29 from 6-8 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is excited to present this masterful exhibit which showcases the many talents of Andrew Maurer,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “Andrew is a young artist who is assembling the classical framework of training in preparation for a lifetime in art. He has a strong personal style, heavy on shape, movement and color.”

McCain added, “His artistic themes are all about building a community, dwelling by dwelling, although exhibit attendees will have to open their minds and look closely to see these themes come to life.”

Maurer’s detailed artistic expressions are known for bringing alive the urban landscape through the use of an array of abstract shapes and vibrant colors. Additionally, his paintings place emphasis on the complexities of a structure and how the use of various shapes and materials play a pivotal role in defining the building’s unique characteristics.

A 2002 Findlay High School graduate, Maurer holds a bachelor’s degree in drawing and printmaking from the University of Toledo. While in college, he was named to recipient of several grants which enabled him to present two bodies of artwork at research conferences in Lexington, Va. and San Rafael, Calif. In addition, Maurer was commissioned by the academic institution to lead the design and installation of a permanent mural in Rocket Hall.

Many of Maurer’s artistic expressions have been exhibited publicly in shows highlighted by an appearance at the Toledo Museum of Art, among others. The Findlay native also worked as a studio artist in Findlay’s Jones Building for two years. Maurer is currently pursuing his master’s degree in printmaking from Indiana University.

Faustwork Mask Theatre Continues Family Fun Sundays at Owens Community College, Jan. 17

Posted on January 11th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Fanciful handcrafted masks and physical comedy and theatre will collide at Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts as Faustwork Mask Theatre founder and artistic director Robert Faust brings to life a variety of characters by assuming the emotional state expressed in each mask’s face during a performance titled “The Mask Messenger” on Sunday, Jan. 17.

The performance, which will be held in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre at 3 p.m., is the second in the series of three Family Fun Sundays presented by Owens. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome the highly-accomplished Robert Faust and his amazing talents and fanciful handcrafted masks to the Center for Fine and Performing Arts stage,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Operations Manager for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Community members of all ages will be entertained by Faustwork Mask Theatre’s unique ability to explore the artistic and cultural use of masks. ‘The Mask Messenger’ performance will include oversized masks, half masked characters that speak and exotic creatures in masks worn on top of the head, which are sure to baffle each attendee’s eye and tickle their funny bone.”

Since its founding by artistic director Robert Faust in 1983, Faustwork Mask Theatre has produced and created six shows that have delighted audiences worldwide at a variety of venues, including the Sydney Opera House in Australia, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Additionally, Faustwork Mask Theatre’s first symphony show “Face the Music” was created in 2006 and performed to audiences nationwide.

Faust is known for personally designing and creating the masks used in Faustwork Mask Theatre’s various performances. Made from wood, leather, celastic, neoprene or bronze, Faust’s masks are primarily used on stage, but can occasionally be seen in art galleries and have been commissioned by such professional organizations as the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco, among many others.

Faustwork Mask Theatre’s “The Mask Messenger” performance features an array of masks and explores its relationships to human psychology, business, fashion, art, dance and theatre. An engaging mix of monologues, physical comedy and theatre collide as Faust brings to life a variety of characters by assuming the emotional state expressed in each mask’s face. During the performance, certain characters will speak dialogue while wearing Commedia Dell’Arte style half-masks in addition to full masks.

Tickets for the Faustwork Mask Theatre performance are $15 and all seats are general admission. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. ARTS (2787).

Owens Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery Welcomes ‘Traveling Notations’ Art Exhibit, Jan. 11 – Feb. 13

Posted on January 6th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Photographically-based art ranging from digital photography to sculptural processes will make an appearance at Owens Community College as internationally recognized artist Debra Davis brings the human condition, with all its varied implications to life through computer manipulation, to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery in an exhibit titled “Traveling Notations”, Jan. 11 – Feb. 13. The Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is located in Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to the exhibit, Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts will serve as host to a lecture by guest artist Debra Davis on Friday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre Room 111. A free exhibit reception will immediately follow the lecture in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“Owens Community College is honored to welcome Debra Davis and her profound photographically-based art to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “Debra Davis’ artwork stands as a visual metaphor for the human journey. She selects various materials to combine with her artistic expressions. Whether it be wood, pebbles, bread, stone, wax or vinyl letters, each of these materials add to her comments on the human condition and the effects of time on life and our interpretation of experiences. Attendees will be amazed by the masterful works, which speak to the photography’s ability to capture fleeting moments and preserve them in another form for the future.”

Davis’ artistic expressions are recognized internationally for capturing the human journey with all its bumps that are caused by uncontrollable events in society. She incorporates digital photography, video, video stills, drawing, creative writing and sculptural processes throughout her artwork, interweaving the “found” with the “created”. A Pace Eminent Scholar Award winner, her most recent work has been based on sensory input, climatic shifts and evidentiary verification, coupled with the human dichotomies of life such as weight/lightness, presence/absence and freedom/constraint.

Her photographically-based art has been exhibited both nationally and internationally. Davis has also received various awards throughout her career highlighted by two International Faculty Development Awards to Prague, Czech Republic from USAC and the University of Toledo.

Davis currently serves as the Chair for the Department of Art and a Professor of Art in New Media at the University of Toledo, where she has taught both digital and traditional photographic processes to include Time-Based Digital Media, Photographic Alternatives and Digital Media courses.

She holds master’s degrees in photography and instructional technology – media production from the University of Colorado and Northern Illinois University, respectively. Additionally, Davis earned a bachelor’s degree in art studio from Northern Illinois University.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; and from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays. For additional information, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721 or (567) 661-2721.

Owens Community College Welcomes Soul Street Dance Company, Jan. 8

Posted on December 23rd, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to enjoy an evening high energy movement and music that is part entertainment and art as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts welcomes the Soul Street Dance Company to the Northwest Ohio region on Friday, Jan. 8.

Soul Street Dance Company’s Soul Sessions Dance Concert will begin at 8 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to welcome one of the country’s leading dance touring groups to Northwest Ohio,” said Barbara Barkan, Owens Operations Manager for the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. “Soul Street Dance Company is known for captivating audiences with their unique style of dance, which features an array of gravity defying moves. Attendees will be on the edge of their seats in amazement of the group’s skills.”

Founded in 1996, Soul Street Dance Company is comprised of five professional performers who have mastered the art of dance ranging from Brazil’s capoeira to New York City’s break dance. Musical selections accompanying each Soul Session Dance Concert include Michael Jackson, James Brown, Leonard Bernstein, Nat “King” Cole and Earth, Wind & Fire to name a few.

Based in Houston, the group features a variety of dance styles and selections, including a mix of hip-hop, classical and new dance styles with urban-fashioned costumes and comic delivery. Soul Street Dance Company has entertained audiences worldwide and has made appearances at such prestigious venues as the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City and The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., among many other locations.

Tickets for Soul Street Dance Company’s Soul Sessions Dance Concert are $20 for floor level seating and $16 for raised level seating for the general public. To purchase tickets, visit www.owens.edu or contact the College’s Box Office. For more information about this event, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. ARTS (2787).

Owens Fine and Performing Arts Presents Student Choir Holiday Concert, Dec. 6

Posted on December 1st, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts will welcome the holiday season with an array of traditional and international carols and Mozart’s “Missa Brevis” as the Student Choir presents its annual holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 6.

The holiday concert will begin 2 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Musical selections presented by the four-part chorus group will include “Balulalow”, “Inno per Natale”, “A La Nanita Nana”, “Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow”, “Silent Night”, “Winter Wonderland” and “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”, among others. Additionally, “Missa Brevis” No. 9 in B flat major by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart will be featured as part of the performance. Owens’ chorus will present five of the six movements to the selection, which is a musical setting to the traditional Catholic mass.

Owens Adjunct Faculty members in Fine and Performing Arts Eric Graber and Heidi Clausius will serve as the choir concert’s director and accompanist, respectively. Students involved in the College’s chorus include Elizabeth Brandeberry of Fostoria, Rebecca Fallon of Northwood, Melissa Herman of Toledo, Elizabeth Keith of Sylvania, Melissa McNutt of Toledo, Jailyn Surprise of Toledo, Elizabeth Williamson of Perrysburg, Tina Brandeberry of Fostoria, Julianne Hansen of Northwood, Ora Ragland of Toledo, Tiffany Wilson of Maumee, Paige Anteau of Toledo, Paralea Dewyer of Bowling Green, Sarah Stretchbery of Bowling Green, Marcianna Cervantes of Millbury, Sarah Mattin of Delta, Emily Wyse of Wauseon, Andrew Alfred of Toledo, Brandon Burns of Toledo, Michelle Close of Toledo, Calvin Green of Toledo, Anthony Hunter of Toledo, Michael Farnham of Toledo, Steven Hughes of Toledo, Brandon Lacourse of Whitehouse, Ronnie Spann Jr. of Toledo and Christian Taylor of Galloway.

For more information about the Owens Choir Holiday Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Art Exhibition Highlights Student Work at Owens’ Findlay-area Campus, Dec. 1-11

Posted on November 30th, 2009

Additionally, the College will host a reception for the artists on Tuesday, Dec. 1. The reception will occur from 5-7 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is delighted to feature the finest works of art produced by our students during the Fall Semester,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “The Library Gallery is a great venue for Owens students to display their own works and highlight the knowledge and growth they have acquired in the classroom.”

McCain added, “These artistic expressions are extremely individualized and reflect the unique creative abilities and inspirations of each student artist.”

The Fall Student Art Exhibition features numerous pieces of artwork from paintings to drawings created by student artists enrolled in the College’s “Fundamentals of Drawing” course, which is instructed by Erika Clark, Owens Adjunct Faculty member for Fine and Performing Arts. In this course, students obtain experiential learning within various areas, including the study of object drawing, form organization, value, perspective, proportion and texture.

Students from the College’s “Black and White Photography I” course instructed by Melissa Harding, Owens Adjunct Faculty member for Fine and Performing Arts, will also showcase their artistic work as part of the exhibit. The class focuses on photography both as a fine art and for commercial means. Students learn about the development of skills related to visual literacy, film exposure, making prints and preparing prints for exhibition, among many other areas.

Students whose work will be displayed are Amanda Arend of Findlay (pre-nursing), Brittany Waldman of Findlay (photography), Lisa Frey of Findlay (psychology), Katie Bernot of Findlay (photography), Chandra Burkett of Tiffin (pre-licensed practical nursing), Sabrina Boykin of McComb (photography), Brittany Trevino of North Baltimore (photography), Kyle Smith of Findlay (photography), Danail Gantschev of Findlay (photography), Martin Gonzalez of Findlay (photography), Andrew Meyers of Tiffin (photography), Ruth Rinker of Van Buren (photography), Nicole Adams of Findlay (pre-radiography), Steven Alesch of Bloomdale (associate of science, general concentration), Jared Alford of Findlay (commercial art technology), Jerrika Born of Upper Sandusky (undecided), Warren Garnes of Findlay (commercial art), Dawn Harmon of North Baltimore (psychology), Selena Ho of Findlay (commercial art technology), Jacylyn Mathis of Findlay (associate of arts, general concentration), Jennie McCoy of Findlay (pre-physical therapist assistant), Tammie Richards of Oregon (commercial art technology), Kayla Rosencrans of Findlay (fine art), Kelley Seamon of Findlay (fine art), Crystal Soto of Carey (associate of science, general concentration), Belinda Spitler of Findlay (photography), Brittany Trevino of North Baltimore (photography), Sarah White of Findlay (commercial art technology), Garrett Daughtery of Findlay (commercial art technology), Magen Hughes of Findlay (commercial art technology), Leslie Mellott of Arcadia (fine art), Mackensey Phillips of Findlay (photography), Joseph Ritter of Findlay (commercial art technology), Jamie Vogts of Jenera (commercial art technology) and Benji Wilhelm of Findlay (commercial art technology).

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts and Students Present ‘Recent Tragic Events,’ Nov. 19-22

Posted on November 12th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Edge of your seat suspense will engulf the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre as Owens Community College presents the student production of “Recent Tragic Events,” Nov. 19-22.

The first of several performances will occur at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19 in the College’s Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts is excited to present such a unique theatrical production, featuring the talents of so many Owens students,” said Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “‘Recent Tragic Events’ is an unbelievably powerful and engaging theatre production and the talented student actors are sure to leave community members speechless with their performance centered around such a tragic time in our nation’s history as Sept. 11, 2001.”

Written by Craig Wright, “Recent Tragic Events” tells the story of Andrew and Waverly deciding to spend their pre-arranged date at Waverly’s apartment on Sept. 12, 2001 because she has been unable to contact her twin sister Wendy, who lives in New York City, but had no reason to be near the World Trade Center when it was attacked. As the evening unfolds, both Waverly and Andrew realize they are connected by a succession of bizarre coincidences which lead to a thought-provoking conclusion for theatre attendees.

The cast of “Recent Tragic Events” is comprised of students from Owens and theatrical production is directed by Owens Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts Jeremy Meier. Owens student Matt Cooper of Defiance will serve as assistant director.

Students involved in the production as cast members include Jessica Kraus of Toledo, Jeremy Wilkes of Oregon, Anthony Hunter of Toledo, Kala Smith of North Baltimore and Jon Masters of Toledo. Owens’ Kari Duffy of Toledo and Danielle Lindner of Toledo will serve as the stage manager and assistant stage manager, respectively, while Andrew MacMillan-Ladd of Toledo will the hold position of dramaturg for the production.

“Recent Tragic Events” will be performed Nov. 19-21 at 7:30 p.m. A matinee and evening performance will also occur on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., respectively. Due to the strong language, the “Recent Tragic Events” performance is recommended for mature audiences.

Seventh Annual Faculty Art Showcase on Display at Owens’ Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery, Nov. 9 – Dec. 11

Posted on November 4th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Community members will have the opportunity to view the diverse and vibrant work of some of Northwest Ohio’s finest artists as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts the seventh annual Faculty Art Showcase, Nov. 9 – Dec. 11. The exhibition will be on display in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery.

“Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts is proud to showcase exciting new works of art produced by our outstanding faculty members,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-time Coordinator of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. “This exhibition will provide area residents and students with the chance to view various artistic expressions and celebrate the talent and diversity that the faculty exemplifies.”

Wynn added, “Owens is fortunate to draw on such an extremely talented arts community for its faculty.”

The art showcase features artwork created by many notable and highly acclaimed Owens faculty members, including Michelle Carlson of Toledo, Todd Cotton of Toledo, Mania Dajnak of Perrysburg, Ruth Foote of Toledo, JoAnne Gembolis of Sylvania, Melissa Harding of McClure, Philip Hazard of Toledo, Nancy Light of Waterville, Larry Linkous of Rossford, Margaret Lockwood-Lass of Toledo, Julie Schnell-Madden of Temperance, Mich., Carey Marten of Northwood, Megan Merrell of Toledo, Mark Pechlivanos of Toledo, Clayton Peterson of Perrysburg, Kevin Schroeder of Toledo, Renee Turissini of Maumee, John Walz of Waterville, Sally Welch of Perrysburg, Barbara Johnson of Sylvania, Carol Kauber of Bowling Green, Clay Leonard of Bowling Green, Tamara Monk of Bowling Green, Kelly Averill Savino of Toledo, Jeremy Wadsworth of Clyde and Lori King of Toledo. A wide range of visual media will be featured, including works of art in the areas of painting, printmaking, ceramics, photography, graphic design, glass and sculpture.

To celebrate the opening of the faculty showcase, a free reception will be held on Friday, Nov. 13 from 6-8 p.m. in the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Features ‘Element of Place’ Exhibit, Nov. 2-24

Posted on October 27th, 2009

Tyler Brown’s photograph titled “Arches to Ponder, Paris, France” is among the many artistic expressions on display as part of the Library Gallery’s “Element of Place” exhibit.

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery continues its fall art exhibition season with the works of local artist Tyler Brown. The exhibit titled “Element of Place” will showcase Brown’s unique style of capturing the world and its vivid imagery through the art of masterful photography Nov. 2-24.

In addition, the College will host a reception and gallery talk for Brown on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 6-8 p.m. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will take place in the Findlay-area Campus Library. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery is excited to present this masterful exhibit which showcases the many talents of photographer Tyler Brown,” said Gail McCain, Owens Library Manager for the Findlay-area Campus. “One amazing thing about Tyler Brown is how young he is to have developed such a sense of composition and color and weight. I think it must be innate in him, as well as the result of training. Is his photo of Sainte-Chapelle in Paris about the edifice itself, or is it about color and movement and repeated pattern? Tyler is at the beginning of his life in art and it’s clearly going to be a long and deep conversation.”

Brown developed his passion for photography by capturing specific moments in time during his journeys around the globe that included many destinations throughout the United States, Germany and France during the past four years. His love for the outdoors and nature, which is often the focal point of his photographs, has led the Van Buren resident to pursue a bachelor’s degree in biology with a specialty in conservation and ecology from Bowling Green State University. Combining his joy for the environment and photography has allowed Brown to capture images from his adventures that include climbing Mount St. Helens, learning the importance of water in the Mojave Desert and boating alongside alligators in the Okefenokee Swamp, among others.

Many of Brown’s works have been exhibited publicly in shows throughout the United States to include appearances at the Toledo Museum of Art, the Drexel University High School Contest Exhibition and the Findlay Art League’s Black and White and Shades of Gray Show. His accolades include receiving Honorable Mention in the New York Photo Awards at the prestigious New York Photo Festival, among many others. Brown’s photography has also been published in “Birds & Blooms Extra” and his photograph “Life Cycle of Butterflies” is featured in the sign for Van Buren Elementary School’s garden education display.

Later this year, Brown’s artistic expressions will be featured in the upcoming edition of the nationally-recognized photography publication “Nature’s Best Photography” and will be exhibited at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, Nov. 12 – May 2.

Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts Presents Free Silent Film Screening and Author Jan Wahl Lecture, Oct. 28

Posted on October 22nd, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to take a trip down memory lane and the “Golden Age” movies as Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents a free screening of the silent-era film classic “It’s the Old Army Game” on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The film will be shown in the Studio Theatre at 7 p.m.

Aditionally, Columbus native and eminent author Jan Wahl, known for his short stories, essays and children’s books, will provide first-hand personal accounts of such “Golden Age” movie star luminaries as Louise Brooks, Lillian Gish, Jackie Coogan, Rita Hayworth, Robert Mitchum and Mae West, among many others, prior to the start of the movie. Noted pianist Michael Peslikis will provide musical accompaniment to the 1926 silent film. Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The silent movie “It’s the Old Army Game” is an expansion on four W.C. Fields stage skits, originally performed in the Broadway revue “The Comic Supplement”. Directed by Edward Sutherland, the story begins one evening in the apothecary shop of Elmer Prettywillie in Oscala, Fla. Aroused from his slumbers by a frantic customer, Elmer discovers that all the woman wants is a two-cent stamp. Attempting to mail the letter, the customer inadvertently sets off a fire alarm, which brings the local fire brigade to Elmer’s store. The minute the fire department leaves, a real fire breaks out, which he extinguishes himself. Trying to get back to sleep on the back porch of his store, Elmer is continually awakened by the sounds of the neighborhood, ranging from a squalling infant to a steady stream of street vendors in the rollicking comedic classic. In addition to Fields, other actors and actresses staring in the film include Louise Brooks, Blanche Ring and William Gaxton.

In addition to his introduction of the film, Wahl will provide a book signing and open discussion about his recently-released literary work titled “Dear Stinkpot: Letters From Louise Brooks” in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda. Wahl initially met the legendary movie star when he was a student and it turned out that each of them envisioned future careers writers. The friendship continued for more than 20 years by letter and in person. The letters and stories of their friendship are detailed within the author’s new book, which reveal insight into Brooks’ inner personality and background.

The Toledo resident has published more than 100 books during his literary career, including the “Pleasant Fieldmouse”, “Humphrey’s Bear”, “Knock! Knock!” and “Once When the World Was Green”. Wahl also has garnered many accolades highlighted by the Ohioans Book Award, the Redbook Award and the Christopher Medal, among others, and his books have been published in several foreign languages.

The free silent film screening and author discussion is being presented by the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery. For more information, call (567) 661-2721 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721.

Owens Presents ‘Creative Noises Live’ Second Annual Fall Artist Series, Nov. 2-18

Posted on October 22nd, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with a passion and an enjoyment of music and theatre are encouraged to join in celebrating the culmination of an academic semester’s worth of Fine and Performing Arts education as Owens Community College presents its second annual “Creative Noises Live” Fall Artist Series, Nov. 2-18.

Coordinated and promoted by the College’s Music Business I class, the Fall Artist Series will showcase the accomplishments of Owens students in a number of performances ranging from vocal to theatre.

“‘Creative Noises Live’ is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the tremendous accomplishments of our Owens Community College Fine and Performing Arts students,” said Denise Grupp-Verbon, Owens Fine and Performing Arts Adjunct Faculty member and Music Business I instructor. “The upcoming recitals, ensembles and staged readings have been mastered through academic learning within the classroom this current fall term. Events such as ‘Creative Noises Live’ provide our students with a great venue to display such creative talents in a real world setting.”

All events will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda on the Toledo-area Campus, which is located in Perrysburg Township. The schedule of events is as follows:

Monday, November 2
Owens String Ensemble and Owens Classical Guitar Ensemble
An array of string instruments, including the violin, viola and cello, and many classical music favorites will be featured by the Owens string ensemble class during the live performance. Students from the Owens classical guitar ensemble class will follow the College’s string ensemble and perform some of their favorite music, showcasing the skills they have acquired through the use of this classic instrument.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, November 4
Owens Woodwind Ensemble
An array of woodwind instruments and many crowd-pleasing musical favorites will be featured by the Owens woodwind ensemble class during the live performance.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Monday, November 9
Owens Jazz Ensemble
Owens student performers will showcase their many talents through numerous crowd-pleasing musical favorites that highlight many diverse styles of jazz.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, November 11
Owens Voices Concert and Owens Percussion Ensemble
Attendees are in for an afternoon of masterful sounds courtesy of the College’s vocal students. The concert will feature a wide range of music from Broadway hits to many of today’s popular chart-topping songs as part of the performance. Students from the College’s percussion ensemble class will follow the Owens voices concert and showcase their creative percussion skills during a performance that will highlight an array of unique rhythmic sounds.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Monday, November 16
Owens Songwriting Performance and Owens Theatrical Readings
Owens student performers within the College’s songwriting class will showcase their creative writing and musical skills in a variety of “never heard or seen before” performances. Students from the College’s theatre classes will follow the Owens songwriting performance and stage dramatic live readings that highlight the literary works of several contemporary poets.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Wednesday, November 18
Owens Choir Concert
The College’s student chorus class will feature a sundry of holiday music, as well as Mozart selections, that feature their vocal talents and abilities.
(2 p.m.) (Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda)

Owens Presents Yet-to-be Written, Cast and Rehearsed Plays as Part of 24-Hour ‘Theatre Express’ Event, Oct. 24

Posted on October 19th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students and faculty as well as community members will have the unique opportunity to write, cast, rehearse and perform seven different plays in a 24-hour time period as the Center for Fine and Performing Arts hosts its second annual fall “Theatre Express” production, Oct. 23-24. The 24-hour theatre event will conclude on Saturday, Oct. 24, with participants premiering their seven masterful plays in the Studio Theatre at 7:30 p.m.

The 24-hour marathon begins at 7:30 p.m. on Friday (Oct. 23) when each actor and actress arrives at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts wearing a unique costume put together from their own wardrobe. Attendees will also bring an item that reflects their character’s personality. Each performer’s photo will then be taken for playwright selection purposes.

Actors and actresses will meet with the directors at 9 a.m. on Saturday (Oct. 24) in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts to rehearse and memorize lines of the recently-written plays. Final rehearsals will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the actors and actresses will showcase theatrical talents during the live performance at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre. In addition, the playwrights will see their plays staged for the first time with the audience.

For additional information about the “Theatre Express” production, contact (567) 661-2798 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2798.