From Greek Revival state buildings, a collection of American and European art at Wexner Center, the headquarters of the Ohio Historical Society, and a Victorian museum Columbus arts are a target for Ohio's capital. More contemporary examples of the fine arts may be found at the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, BalletMet Columbus, Broadway Across America, Actors' Theatre, and Columbus Museum of Art. Each of these justifies the visitor's return on time devoted. We have put together the best fine arts places in Columbus for you to visit. Read through and find out.
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra, established in 1951, presents 14 classical and nine pops programs a season. The summer portion is devoted to outdoor pops performances; the winter segment offers symphony in its home location at the Ohio Theatre, a historic national landmark reconstructed from a wonderful old 1928 movie palace.
BalletMet Columbus, cutting edge and very flexible, also lives at the Ohio Theatre where a 21 foot chandelier and Spanish-Baroque design contribute to its opulence. One of the largest dance companies in the United States, BalletMet Columbus tenders dance entertainment for all audiences together with providing accessible dance education and outreach programs for the community.
Another cheerful resident of the Ohio Theatre in Columbus is Broadway Across America, producer of live theatrical events presented across North America. Nearly all of these locales are Broadway hits on tour bringing the New York and London stage to over 40 towns throughout the US and Canada. "West Side Story" and "Memphis" are a couple of the spring 2012 offerings in Columbus.
Actors' Theatre presents the traditional theater of Shakespeare and other playwrights to an outdoor audience from Memorial Day to Work Day in German Village at Schiller Park. This acting troupe, with its 30 year history, commenced on a wooden stage progressed to an abiding performance site in 1995. Out of doors shows are free; nonetheless donations are encouraged. The 31st season, beginning in May of 2012, will include Hickman's "Robin Hood", "The Merchant of Venice" and Goldoni's "The Servant of 2 Masters".
And finally, The Columbus Museum of Art, which is found downtown, is on the National Register of Historic Places, and presents both early modern European and American art as well as contemporary art and photography. Interestingly , those rooms where pre-19th century paintings are hung use the salon style where art is hung above and next to one another. No stark white cubes in these galleries; as an alternative walls of different and intense colours are used to clarify the art. There's also an out of doors sculpture gallery and a children's exhibit. Till May 2012 there is an exhibition entitled "Monet to Matisse" which commemorates the Columbus Bicentennial.
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra, established in 1951, presents 14 classical and nine pops programs a season. The summer portion is devoted to outdoor pops performances; the winter segment offers symphony in its home location at the Ohio Theatre, a historic national landmark reconstructed from a wonderful old 1928 movie palace.
BalletMet Columbus, cutting edge and very flexible, also lives at the Ohio Theatre where a 21 foot chandelier and Spanish-Baroque design contribute to its opulence. One of the largest dance companies in the United States, BalletMet Columbus tenders dance entertainment for all audiences together with providing accessible dance education and outreach programs for the community.
Another cheerful resident of the Ohio Theatre in Columbus is Broadway Across America, producer of live theatrical events presented across North America. Nearly all of these locales are Broadway hits on tour bringing the New York and London stage to over 40 towns throughout the US and Canada. "West Side Story" and "Memphis" are a couple of the spring 2012 offerings in Columbus.
Actors' Theatre presents the traditional theater of Shakespeare and other playwrights to an outdoor audience from Memorial Day to Work Day in German Village at Schiller Park. This acting troupe, with its 30 year history, commenced on a wooden stage progressed to an abiding performance site in 1995. Out of doors shows are free; nonetheless donations are encouraged. The 31st season, beginning in May of 2012, will include Hickman's "Robin Hood", "The Merchant of Venice" and Goldoni's "The Servant of 2 Masters".
And finally, The Columbus Museum of Art, which is found downtown, is on the National Register of Historic Places, and presents both early modern European and American art as well as contemporary art and photography. Interestingly , those rooms where pre-19th century paintings are hung use the salon style where art is hung above and next to one another. No stark white cubes in these galleries; as an alternative walls of different and intense colours are used to clarify the art. There's also an out of doors sculpture gallery and a children's exhibit. Till May 2012 there is an exhibition entitled "Monet to Matisse" which commemorates the Columbus Bicentennial.
About the Author:
Jenny Greg has been interested in Columbus fine arts for a number of years. She has written op-eds and editorial pieces for many online publications. For more info about Columbus arts come visit his site.
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