OSU Urban Arts Space

The Mighty Boosh is coming!

2010-05-08T09:41:00.001-07:00

Looking forward to Ray Smith's Mighty Boosh Viewing Party next week. I haven't seen the show on TV yet, but from what I have seen online, I like that this duo spontaneously breaks into song and dance. Join us on Thursday May 13th from 6 to 8pm, and see some handpicked episodes!-Leigh LotockiSocial Media Assistant at the OSU Urban Arts Space

Idea Lab Recipients

2010-05-01T11:37:00.000-07:00

Idea Laboratory is bubbling with excitement this time of year! Two of the selected projects, narrative and Old Oaks, took a little bit of time to let us know what they are up to! narrative: Are you ready to get reading? I know I’m excited to get the club off the ground and start reading our great selections! Our first official book club meeting is coming up quickly on September 30th at noon. Our opening selection is a play by Tom Stoppard called Arcadia. This

Book Club Kick Off

2009-08-27T10:20:00.000-07:00

The OSU Urban Arts Space hosted its first book club meeting yesterday. At the meeting, members spoke about books they've read, suggested books for future reads, and decided on the selection process.Each month I will submit to the club a genre to explore. Members are invited to submit book title suggestions that fit the genre selected. I will post the deadline for book title suggestions on the

2009-08-25T14:02:00.000-07:00

Labor Day fun facts:The first observance of Labor Day is believed to have been a parade of10,000 workers on Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City, organized by Peter J. McGuire, a Carpenters and Joiners Union secretary.According to the US Department of Labor, Labor Day is "dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the

Jazz Quartet

2009-08-22T14:35:00.000-07:00

Cayce Felber, Bradley Mellen, Ryan Jewell, and Evan Oberla perform on April 30, 2009. Enjoy.-Eva Ball

A How-To for Finding UAS

2009-08-20T16:33:00.000-07:00

This entry is partly in honor of my dear mother, who, when I told her I would be writing for the blog at the OSU Urban Arts Space, she squabbled, “Why don’t you write about how to find the place??” Turns out other staffers’ mothers have made similar squabbles about the road access around the Lazarus building being a little funky, and that its been causing some confusion when they try and find us

2009-08-18T12:16:00.000-07:00

The school supply sections are back up in stores. Friends from semester schools disappear one by one. Back to school is in the air.I personally enjoy the back to school feeling. Buying new Lisa Frank folders and Crayola crayon 12 packs is something I still seem to enjoy. And of course I look forward to seeing friends who were away for the summer... the hassle of moving back to school not so much.

Book worms wanted!

2009-08-13T11:53:00.001-07:00

When our deputy director of the Space Kelly asked the student assistants to come up with a program, I knew exactly what I wanted to do--start a book club.The book club will be meeting once a month on Wednesdays over the lunch hour. Our first meeting is on August 26th at 1:30pm where we'll be selecting our first read.My suggestion: Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury. Dandelion Wine is unlike other

MetaBlog!!!

2009-08-11T14:50:00.001-07:00

::how many times does the word BLOG appear below?::So I started a BLOG today. Inspired by writing in this BLOG and Molly who works here and has a BLOG and by my trip to Germany so I can BLOG all of my misadventures! And also all of you out there who have BLOGs! I used to have a Xanga, if any of you remember those...note quite a BLOG but they were good for quiz taking, kind of like Facebook, only

Things We Like: Dirty Frank's

2009-08-06T14:28:00.000-07:00

If you like dining out every once in a while, and feel like you’ve had just about everything any Columbus restaurant has to offer, think again! Dirty Frank’s Hot Dog Palace is a new hot dog joint right here in Downtown Columbus, and it is taking the OSU Urban Arts Space staff by storm. Not only is every menu item under $5, but they have a ton of delicious and creative hot dog toppings and

Envelope performs "Good Good Lord"

2009-08-06T13:05:00.000-07:00

Hometown mc, Envelope performs "Good Good Lord" at his CD release party last year.He is signed to Weightless Recordings and will be speaking at this weekend's CBUS Sound Symposium at the OSU Urban Arts Space.Also, don't miss his performance at Summerfest, Saturday, August 22nd, 2009. -Eva Ball, Communications Coordinator, at the OSU Urban Arts Space.

Sketch By Numbers Adds Up to Fun!

2009-08-04T13:20:00.001-07:00

Improv theater is always fun to watch, but the fast paced Sketch by Numbers group that performed here at the Space took it to a new level. The group had more energy than they knew what do with and kept the crowd laughing from sketch 12 to 5! That's right, they went completely out of order, performing the sketches at the will of audience member who first shouted the next number!What was more,

Closed Mondays

2009-07-24T10:00:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I bought a few books that border the line of conspiracy. Then it hit me! It had never occurred to me before, but like many art galleries in the Columbus community, as well as many art museums and galleries in the world, the OSU Urban Arts Space is closed on Mondays. Why is this? Is there some type of conspiracy that I don’t know about? So I did some research and found nothing… except

OSU Urban Arts Space, a Hopping and Lively Spot

2009-06-18T14:48:00.000-07:00

Last week (June 9th through the 13th) was an exciting and jam packed week for the OSU Urban Arts Space filled with: the Design Exhibition opening and closing, two art receptions of the Bachelor of Fine Arts Exhibition and Design Exhibition variety, and last but not least the successful Idea Lab Reception. And let me tell you, Columbus is noticing! We got press in the Indie Columbus for our Idea

Breezy Spring Evenings, Inspiring Art, and 2 Hours of Live Jazz: A Great Combination

2009-05-13T13:30:00.000-07:00

On Thursday, April 30th, 2009 the OSU Urban Arts Space had their routine Thursday night “Marotta Hour” series program, but there was nothing routine about this Jazz Quartet’s performance. For 2 hours Columbus, OH transformed in my mind into New York City. As I listened to this sultry, steamy, and spicy live jazz I closed my eyes and could easily pretend that I was in a small crowded jazz bar

Arts | Access | Community Event at the Very Accessible OSU Urban Arts Space

2009-05-07T16:47:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, April 28, 2009 a very special event was held at the OSU Urban Arts Space entitled Arts | Access | Community. We striving towards becoming an arts space that is very accessible, welcoming, and inclusive to all people. Committed to the goal of seamless access, the OSU Urban Arts Space has collaborated with Columbus arts and disability communities to make the space, the exhibitions

Beauty in a Collapsing Cathedral

2009-05-06T17:24:00.000-07:00

As a student working in the space, I’m aware that my perspective may be different from most who enter our doors. I’ve become familiar with this gallery in ways I never thought possible. Each transition to a new exhibit brings a new feeling of excitement and energy that makes me curious to see the oncoming reaction.The time has come for our 2009 Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition. My experience

Dude, Where's My Brain??

2009-03-25T09:06:00.000-07:00

For those that have ever HAD to create something, you know that it can be utterly awful sometimes. I don't mean HAVE TO in the sense that you are so inspired by something that you simply HAVE to create a work of art. In this sense things just flow from the magical pot of inspiration, your muse cup runneth over, life is great and you can express that. Well. . .I mean HAVE TO in the sense that

Dollars and Cell Phones

2009-03-18T08:42:00.000-07:00

I am fascinated by the aspects of human nature discussed in the current showStage/Studio: Space Transformed. This exhibition is up until April 3rd and I encourage everyone to come see it. As part of a class taught by Professor Maureen Ryan graduate students from OSU's College of the Arts investigated the uses of site specificity as a tool in the development of original theater works.There

Behinds the Scenes is just as good as the Scenes Themselves

2009-03-11T09:05:00.000-07:00

When you feel sad. . .. . or under a curseYour life is bad,your prospects are worseThese words apply to a great many people these days. But what are the odds of finding someone singing these words to catchy, upbeat music complete with show tune movements (that's right people: jazz hands, winks and saucy smiles)? Pretty good if you are in the mood for some theater.Godspell, a musical loosely

2009-03-06T07:53:00.000-08:00

Environmental issues are HOT right now (Global Warming pun anyone?). People are looking to sustainable solutions to a myriad of problems that we have created for ourselves, including the creation of green collar jobs. I personally look best in purple but I cannot deny the intelligence behind making a strong attempt not to poo where you sleep. . .or at least using that poo to fertilize something

Saints and Sinners

2009-02-25T10:08:00.000-08:00

As I was typing the title of this post, I put in "Sinners and Saints" then thought about how the "sinners" are always coming first, so I changed it.Let's be honest with ourselves, there are two hot entertainment trends right now: Vampires and English Stuff. Since I have to save something for October (Vampires and Blood and whatnot), and it's cold and has recently rained we are discussing England

Look But Don't Touch?? C'mon!!

2009-02-18T08:31:00.000-08:00

I have been conditioned not to touch. Whether it is candy in the check-out line, an interesting worm in a bit of mud, or a hot stove. NEVER has the phrase "don't touch" held as much power as it does in an art exhibit. I understand the reasons: my hands may be dirty, or calloused. I am mostly likely harboring art damaging oils in my skin. Or, worse of all, I may ruin the piece (an act

Speaking of Murder. . .

2009-02-11T09:19:00.000-08:00

Join us for coffee and conversation! The Urban Arts Space is hosting OSU's Theater Department for their performance of Machinal.Without spoiling the story, Machinal is a harsh look at what happens when a young eager woman keen for life and love is trampled by the industrial quality of her life.On Tuesday, February 17 at 12:00 OSU Theater Professor and Director, Lesley Ferris, provides insight

Professional Development, Art's Style

2009-02-04T11:43:00.000-08:00

One purpose of the OSU Urban Arts Space is to serve as a professional launching pad. The activities taking place in the space this week are a true testament to that concept.This week two shows provide career snapshots and much room for artistic reflection. In the corridor of the Space is the 2009 Art Scholars Juried Exhibition. This show features students immersed in various artistic

Ohio Art League 98th Annual Spring Juried Exhibition Opening Reception

2009-02-03T11:19:00.000-08:00

On Friday, January 30 UAS held a quite lovely opening reception for the Ohio Art League's 98th Annual Juried Show. The reception was held from 5:00 - 7:00pm and filled with tasty treats and beverages. The awards ceremony for the evening started with a speech by David Pagel (well respected Los Angelos Times art critic, Associate Professor of Art Theory and History and Chair of the Art Department

Welcoming People, Pieces, and Programs

2009-01-21T09:31:00.000-08:00

As those of you scratching out ’08 and replacing it with ’09 on your paperwork know, we are in a new year. With this new year comes new things, including me. I’m Brea, your new Urban Arts Space (UAS) blogger. I have been at the UAS since March of last year working mostly on marketing and advertising. My background is in performing arts, but I welcome the challenge of becoming more intimately

A Look Back: Poets Against War

2009-01-15T10:31:00.000-08:00

For those who were not able to take part in any of poetry that happened back in October as part of the Poets Against War celebration. I have decided to post one of the poems I found particularly interesting for all you faithful readers out there to enjoy. Feel free to comment and start a discussion.Who Sent ThemThe target's head explodes in a pink mist.The sniper half a mile awaypulls back the

Inter-professional Student Council Mixer With Gordon Gee at The UAS

2009-01-10T12:41:00.000-08:00

Urban Arts Space holds as a space for every individual. We strive on getting as many members of Columbus as we can involved in the arts. One way we achieve this is by hosting a wide array of events and meetings for the Columbus community. On Friday, January 9 Urban Arts Space held one of our many events in the form of a mixer and meeting for the OSU Graduate Student Council. The event was

Performance Improv at the UAS

2009-01-09T17:47:00.000-08:00

Since the first day I worked at The Urban Arts Space last year till now I have been passionate about the unique space that composes Urban Arts and always dreamed of dancing in it. On Saturday, November 22, 2008 Sarah Gibbons (other student assistant to UAS) and I were working. Because it was Ohio State football's big Michigan game day, not many people came into the space. We decided to take this

Reflections on the Department of Art Exhibition

2009-01-06T11:24:00.000-08:00

With the Department of Art Faculty Exhibition winding into its final days here at the OSU Urban Arts Space, it seems to be an appropriate time to reflect upon the experience. While a lot of positive and productive discussions have emerged as a result of this exhibit, among both the visitors and staff alike, a quiet and unspoken observation has alluded capture thus far. The pieces that have stood

Katherine Crockett: Into the Red

2008-12-19T13:23:00.000-08:00

The OSU Urban Arts Space is more than thrilled to have a work in progress by the acclaimed dancer Katherine Crockett. She began her dance training with Ballet Metropolitan in Columbus Ohio and is now a Principal Dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company. She most recently danced the role of Daisy played by Cate Blanchett in the upcoming feature film “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button”.Her

Tom Beardslee

2008-12-13T14:38:00.000-08:00

A few days ago the talented Tom Beardslee visited the OSU Urban Arts Space to perform. Tom, a lecturer and student at The Ohio State University, performed songs from a diverse range of music. In addition to playing guitar, Tom played a lap steel, which was actually the first electric instrument. Between songs he shared humorous anecdotes about song writing and using espn 2 as insperation,

The Marotta Hour

2008-10-09T14:26:00.000-07:00

Fluxmonkey w/J-Guy Laughlin and a Larry Marotta/Ryan Jewell Duo Thursday, October 16th6:30 to 8pmStay downtown after work every third Thursday of themonth and check out new sounds curated by local musician and international composer Larry Marotta.This month we feature fluxmonkey with J-Guy Laughlin

Sid Chafetz: Speaking Out

2008-10-09T14:21:00.000-07:00

Thursday, October 16th5:30 to 7pmSid Chafetz has used his artwork as a platform to speak out about provocative, even uncomfortable, issues. He is also one of the most interesting people anyone is likely to meet, with deep insights and passionate opinions about politics, literature, history, art, and

WOSU video about the OSU Urban Arts Space

2008-09-19T13:31:00.000-07:00

check it out on YouTube

Sid Chafetz : Engaging the World / September 16 – October 25, 2008

2008-09-14T11:48:00.000-07:00

Sid Chafetz, La Vie en Rose, 1955Reception: Friday, September 26, 5 –7pmSid Chafetz, professor emeritus, has commented on his world—from local and national political issues to timeless aspects of the human condition—throughout his artistic career. A survivor of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II, a

For all the momma's boys

2008-09-04T16:20:00.000-07:00

Ways of Knowing Water Library

2008-09-04T15:17:00.000-07:00

As we close down this exhibition, I thought it would be nice to keep our little library collection together, at least in electronic space. So below you will find a little annotated bibliography I threw together. (And thank you Sarah Gibbons, Student Assistant)--Eva Ball, Exhibitions PreparatorThe River Reader: A Nature Conservancy Book, edited by John A Murray (1998)From School Library Journal:"

What to do? What to do? Downtown Columbus : August 29th and beyond

2008-08-29T12:55:00.000-07:00

Tonight, Friday 29th8pm: Ballet Met on the Scioto River. Come see Ballet Met dancers perform highlights from previous seasons in addition to excerpts from the 2008-09 season. Come early and watch the dancers warm up proir to the performance. At the Riverfront Amphitheater. Saturday August 30th11am to 6pm: Last day to see our totally-hyped Ways of Knowing Water exhibition. I'll be here until 6 to

August 27th: Tony Mendoza with Bob and Dog Adoption

2008-08-26T08:25:00.000-07:00

Wednesday, August 27thPhotographer Tony Mendoza with Bob and Dog Adoption 11:30am - 1:30pmBrown-bag lunch | Dog Days of AugustPhotographer Tony Mendoza with BobIf you liked Ernie, you'll love Bob! Come meet Tony Mendoza, renowned photographer and author of Ernie: A Photographer's Memoir, as he reveals his new book about his dog, Bob. Get a sneak peak of images from Bob to be

The Uncanniness of Commodities: Ryan Agnew

2008-08-22T13:30:00.000-07:00

Commodities are uncanny. So often we think of them as easily understood objects, as trivial, when in fact they are very complex and strange..."abounding in metaphysical subtleties and theological niceties." (Marx, Das Kapital)Commodities are filled with the investments of our labor and design, becoming social things.Marx takes this uncanny communion of objects even further with his ideas of

Community dialogue, wine, rooftop garden

2008-08-22T12:51:00.000-07:00

We have a really great evening planned for August 28th.Shape your world!4 to 6 pm : community dialogue : freeWhen Art Builds Bridges: Art, Environment, and CommunityReconnecting the natural and the built environment is an essential part of creating a sustainable future. Join in a community dialogue and brainstorming session—with artists, architects, educators, designers, scientists, arts and

Andy Goldsworthy film at The Urban Art Space

2008-08-19T15:44:00.000-07:00

Thursday August 21st5:30 - Program Space Screen Works | Ways of Knowing Water Rivers and Tides: Andy Goldsworthy Working with Time (2001 - 90 mins.) Renowned environmental sculptor, Andy Goldsworthy, works solely with the materials and elements of nature—wind, water, stones, ice, leaves—to produce art of exquisite beauty. Director Thomas

Author Michael Rosen reads at the Urban Arts Space

2008-08-19T15:35:00.000-07:00

Wednesday August 20 noon - 1:00pm Brown-bag lunch| Dog Days of August Word Works with Michael Rosen Dogs We Love Hear a reading by Michael J. Rosen, author of many books about our canine companions, including a new collection of heartfelt essays, Dogs We Love, by Edward Albee, Ann Beattie, Armistead Maupin,

Inflatable artwork blown from moorings and brings down power line

2008-08-12T10:20:00.000-07:00

This came from my wonderful pal Dina Sherman also know as IMA Gallery. Serendipitous..."A giant inflatable dog turd created by the American artist Paul McCarthy was blown from its moorings at a Swiss museum, bringing down a power line and breaking a window before landing in the grounds of a children's home. The exhibit, entitled Complex Shit, is the size of a house. It has a safety system

All The Time in the World / August 9th

2008-08-09T12:48:00.000-07:00

Art events in downtown Columbus Ohio for the next few days...Saturday the 9th7:30-11 pmWater on the Fire tonight at the Riverfront Amphitheater in Genoa Park. This is right behind COSI on Washington Blvd. I have never been to any of these events, but seems like a good way to chill with one of the best views of our lovely little city. Musical entertainment by Outpost.Monday August

All The Time in the World / August 7th

2008-08-07T16:07:00.000-07:00

If I had all the time in the world to spend downtown at art events in the next few days this is the stuff I would do. (Columbus, Ohio)Tonight, Thursday August 7th.8pmThe Shelf Gallery, at 57 E Gay Street, is hosting an acoustic music event that is going to be perfect. All these bands can be found on myspace, but trust me, I think you'll really like it.Friday, August 8th12 pmVOX - Columbus Gay

Read/Aloud at The OSU Urban Art Space

2008-08-05T13:57:00.000-07:00

For the month of August on Wednesdays we are dedicating all of our lunchtime programming to dogs. That’s right D-O-G-S.This Wednesday, the 6th, we will beour first ReadAloud Program presented in conjunction with OSU Libraries. Bring your lunch, sit back, and listen to author Charlene Fix read one of Thurber's dog stories and share her own poetic reflections on dogs -- from Elkhound/Keeshond,

Cinema is a dangerous thing.

2008-08-01T10:52:00.000-07:00

It transports us to places and times and events. Really, it gives us the illusion we are transported. Through its magic, its sensual audio and temptuous flashing, our bodies ignite; and open is the way for cinema to take us. We leave the screening room, or theater, activated and soothed. We leave with a stain in us and on us. We go places we never go. (And it has given me really high

All The Time in the World

2008-07-31T13:56:00.000-07:00

If I had all the time in the world to take in the arts of Downtown Columbus Ohio, this is what I'd do for the next few days. What fun!-Eva Ball, exhibition preparator and guideFriday, August 1st12pm: Summer Fridays at the Statehouse: Opera ColumbusFree lunchtime performing arts and music series held on the West Lawn of the Ohio Statehouse. Broad St. & High St.1pm:Midwestern Visions of

Screenings: Wild by Law: The Rise of Environmentalism and the Creation of the Wilderness Act. TODAY!

2008-07-31T12:02:00.001-07:00

Tonight we host a screening, also part of Ways of Knowing Water, of Wild by Law: The Rise of Environmentalism and the Creation of the Wilderness Act (1991 - 60 mins).Synopsis: In 1964 America became the first country in the world to create a Wilderness Act. Wild by Law is the story of the three very different men—a famed naturalist, a millionaire socialist, and an inspired

News: Exhibit taps into importance of water in central Ohio

2008-07-31T11:22:00.000-07:00

The Columbus Dispatch wrote:Hydro dynamic: Exhibit taps into importance of water in central Ohio Sunday, July 27, 2008 3:21 AM By Bill Eichenberger

News: Celebrate our City's Water

2008-07-31T11:12:00.000-07:00

The Columbus Alive Wrote:July 24, 2008Go with the flow By Bryan Bullock "Olentangy River Riffles South of Bethel Road" by George C. Anderson The lush foliage, reflective blue ripples of water and rutted bark in George C. Anderson's river pictures have a beckoning, dreamlike quality. Generally a purveyor of commercial work, the photographer seems to be advertising the allure of some placid

Water Conservation Effects Everyone and Everything

2008-07-31T10:01:00.000-07:00

written by Eva Ball, exhibition preparator and gallery guideIn conjunction with one of our current exhibition, Ways of Knowing Water, we hosted a talk, Achieving Water Sustainability, presented by Michael von Fahnestock of Battelle. This talk was amazingly informative, easy to understand and inspiring. At the end of this post you can read an overview of his presentation. (BTW: This photo is from