The Kirk Newman Art School Post-Baccalaureate Program is in its sixth year. The nine-month residency is designed for aspiring artists who want to grow and strengthen their art practice in a supportive community, with access to professional studio facilities and guidance. At each of these ARTbreaks, KIA guests will hear from the KNAS residents about […]
For younger children, we’re offering our Rootead in Youth program, which meets once a week on Saturday mornings (March 5th - April 9th) and includes instruction on movement, songs, rhythms, and storytelling centering on the African Diaspora. The program is a great primer for youth who’ll move on to join the RYDC and RYDE programs. […]
Arty Mouse is learning about abstract art with a new book by beloved children’s author Mo Willems. Join us as we ask questions while reading the book and then use our detecting skills to find abstract work in the galleries. We’ll be inspired by the artwork we see to create our own masterpiece.
The Devil has always been there. He is the great outsider, the original iconoclast. He is a conniving little shit and never seems to tire of giving humanity a wedgie or a wet willie just for a laugh. The Devil is capable of taking many forms. He can exist as one being or spread out […]
The Upjohn Mason Grandchildren’s Gallery is awash in vivid colors, fun shapes, and interesting patterns – some of the fundamental building blocks of art. Let’s explore how artists have used these elements in different and unique ways. Do any of these shapes surprise you? Can simple colors make a realistic picture? Can a pattern evoke […]
Kelly Church’s nationally recognized role as an Ottawa and Pottawatomi Culture Bearer involves much more than her exquisite artistry. According to the artist, her work as a black ash basket […]
Comedian and podcast host Tom Segura announced the second leg of his “I’m Coming Everywhere-World Tour” is coming to the Kalamazoo State Theatre Wednesday, April 13! Actor/Comedian/Writer Tom Segura is one of the biggest names […]
Crawlspace Eviction takes the stage with their unique brand of comedy that weaves short form, long form and sketch comedy into a high energy ride of constant laughter.
Crawlspace Eviction takes the stage with their unique brand of comedy that weaves short form, long form and sketch comedy into a high energy ride of constant laughter.
Concentric Circles By Yang Lian Discussion Leader: TBA From the publisher: Before and since his enforced exile, Yang Lian has been one of the most innovative and influential poets in […]
Wellspring/Cori Terry & Dancers have been bringing dance to Kalamazoo and beyond for over 40 years. To honor the 40th anniversary season, which began in 2020, a series of documentary […]
Jazz in the Crawlspace is excited to present vocalist Janis Siegel in a jazz-club style performance in downtown Kalamazoo. Over the past four and a half decades, the voice of […]
