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Riverside Arts Center showcases "Insecurity" in its newest gallery

The Riverside Arts Center Holds Art Exhibit: “Insecurity”

By Gracie Thompson · Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020

The theme of “Insecurity” in Ypsilanti’s community was brought to life in the free art exhibit at The Riverside Arts Center, which from Jan. 10 to Jan. 31. The idea for the gallery was thought up the Ypsi Gathering Space. The exhibit aimed to demonstrate the vulnerable side and thoughts of people in the community. 

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School of Communication, Media & Theatre Arts seek donations for S.I.T. Campaign

By Megan Girbach · Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019

To enhance viewers' enjoyment of EMU productions, the School of Communication, Media & Theatre Arts (CMTA) decided to install new seats in both Quirk and Sponberg theatres. Their goal is to raise a minimum of $200,000 before the end of August 2020. To make a donation or learn more about the S.I.T. campaign, visit donate.emich.edu/project/16623. 

Ypsi water tower carved into pumpkin at All Hallows Illumination

Pumpkins light up Frog Island Park at All Hallows Illumination

By Megan Morrison · Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019

Jack-o’-lanterns get their final hurrah in Frog Island Park. To finish the Halloween season off strong, Ypsi residents of all ages bring their pumpkins to put on display for the whole community to see. The charmed evening also featured entertainment including fire dancing, a monster violinist, and a tarot card reader.

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EMU alumnus premieres film When It Breaks at the State Theatre

By Austin Book · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019

On Sat. October 12, EMU alumnus Todd Tue premiered his film 'When It Breaks' at the State Theatre in Ann Arbor. The documentary film follows special education teacher and musician Konrad Wert, also known as his stage name Possessed by Paul James, as he tours the country with his family for a year. 

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EMU's first ever accessibility crew working to make the theater experience enjoyable for all

By Ashlee Buhler · Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019

Eastern Michigan University’s first ever accessibility crew will take action this winter during the EMU Theatre’s presentation of “Still Life with Iris.” Under the guidance of Elena SV Flys, EMU assistant professor of arts administration, the accessibility crew is responsible for designing the access services that will be available for three of the six performances that will take place in Quirk Theatre in Dec.  

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