What is Arts and Culture?
Check out with the Corridor’s arts, theater, literature and cultural events. Everything from cinema and dance to museum and exhibits are available under the Arts and Culture grouping.
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Terra Nova: Ten Years
<p>The CRMA celebrates ten years of collaborating with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio. In 2009, the CRMA began meeting with artists who had completed residencies at the Ceramics Center and acquiring a piece of their work—often completed during their residency—for the Museum’s collection. This mutually beneficial arrangement allowed the artists to establish themselves in a museum collection and receive professional experience with curators while growing the CRMA’s collection of three-dimensional art. The exhibition will display artwork from every resident from 2009 to 2018 and both executive directors, a testament to the fruitfulness of this collaboration.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>Will Rimel, <em>Geometry</em> <em>(Blue),</em> 2012, earthenware, 4 x 6 x 2 inches, gift of the artist, 2014.027.</p><p> </p><p>This exhibition and accompanying educational programming have been made possible by the GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation Donor-Advised Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Additional support has been provided by the Hotel-Motel Tax Fund, the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts, members of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and contributors to the Museum’s Annual Fund. Annual educational programming support has been provided in part by Transamerica.</p><p><br></p> 2018-12-15 16:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children's Book Illustration
<p>If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children’s Book Illustration<br><br><em>October 6, 2018 – January 13, 2019</em><br><br>Stories about animals have always been a staple of children’s literature. One of the earliest known books aimed at children, the 17th century publication Orbis sensualium pictus, taught children the alphabet by mimicking animal noises. This trope continued in the early- and mid-20th century, called the Golden Age of children’s book illustration. Drawn from the Zerzanek Collection of Original Art from Children's Literature on loan to the CRMA from the Cedar Rapids Public Library, If We Ran the Zoo looks at the various ways animals have shaped children’s literature, from simple science books to loyal pets to fantastical, talking companions.</p><p>Image: </p><p>Walt Sturrock, untitled drawing from <em>Little Chick’s Easter Treasure</em>, 1991, acrylic, 15 ½ x 28 ½ inches, on loan from the Zerzanek Collection of the Cedar Rapids Public Library, L2009.1004.</p> 2018-12-15 16:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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One War, One Man, One Hundred Years ~ by artist Michael Wilson at CRMA
<p>Iowa artist Michael Wilson was inspired to create this body of work after finding World War I pictures and memorabilia of his beloved great-uncle Herb Thordsen, who served as a machine-gunner in the 321st Machine Gun Battalion. Timed to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the November 11th, 1918 armistice (the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month”),<span> </span><em>One</em><span> </span>distills the Great War down to the level of one man and the history he shared with his young great-nephew.</p><p>Image Caption:</p><p>Michael Wilson, <em>Swords, Pens, & Plowshares</em>, 2018, oil on canvas, 36 x 48 inches, on loan from the artist, L2018.026.</p><p><br></p> 2018-12-15 16:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
The Fragile Bee
<p>July 27 - December 30<br>Old Capitol Museum<br>Keyes Gallery</p><p> Artist Nancy Macko uses macro photography to create an exhibition featuring photographs, prints, and a mixed-media installation. The pieces teach the public about the plight of bees and raise awareness about humanity’s interdependent relationship with them.</p><p> Please join us during opening week of The Fragile Bee. The exhibit will remain open to the public during normal museum hours (Tues-Sat 10a-5p) through the end of December. </p><p> Exhibition organized through Katherine T. Carter & Associates</p><p> Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Old Capitol Museum in advance at (319) 335-0546.</p> 2018-12-15 17:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion
<p>The unique holiday experience will include strolling through the softly lit rooms of the 21-room mansion, taking in the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, and the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase.</p><p>Holiday Mansion Tours are offered Wednesday through Saturday with starting times between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Visit our website or call for specific tour times. Tours last approximately 45 minutes. </p><p>New in 2018 - tickets on sale online now! Space is limited. Admission is $5 per student and $12 per adult. Discounts available for members. </p> 2018-12-15 15:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:00 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe
<p>Dramatized by Joseph Robinette from the story by C.S. Lewis</p><p>November 24 - December 15 <br>November 24 at 1:00pm</p><p>December 1, 8, and 15 at 10:00am</p><p>Join the adventures of four children as they wander through a dusty old wardrobe into the mystical, snow-covered land of Narnia! C.S. Lewis’ classic novel comes to life onstage as the children help Aslan the Lion try to defeat the White Witch’s curse of eternal winter.</p> 2018-12-15 14:00:00 -060012/15/1810:00 a.m.Old Creamery TheatreAmana -
Family Storytime: Holiday Music with Preucil Flute Choir
<p>Today we will be hosting a holiday family storytime followed by a short holiday and winter concert from the Preucil Flute Choir.</p><p>Designed for the whole family and presented at a time convenient for most working parents.</p><p>Storytime includes both shorter and longer stories combined with action games and activities.</p><p>Family Storytime is recommended for all ages, but parents are asked to sit with their younger children.</p> 2018-12-01 11:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Five Seasons Button Club December Meeting
<p>This is the December meeting of a group that collects antique and current clothing buttons.</p> 2018-11-25 15:00:00 -0600
12/15/1812:00 p.m.Scott's Family RestaurantCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
<p><em>Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon</em> offers an expansive look at Wood’s life and career though his art. Housed in one of our largest first-floor galleries, this new installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career, cut tragically short by his death in 1942. </p><p><br></p><p>Image: Grant Wood,<span> </span><em>Overmantle Decoration</em>, 1930. Oil on Upson board, 41 ¼ x 64 in. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, Gift of Isabel R. Stamats in memory of Herbert S. Stamats. 73.3</p> 2018-12-15 16:00:00 -0600
12/15/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
<p><em>Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon</em> offers an expansive look at Wood’s life and career though his art. Housed in one of our largest first-floor galleries, this new installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career, cut tragically short by his death in 1942.</p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Image: Grant Wood, <em>Overmantle Decoration</em>, 1930. Oil on Upson board, 41 ¼ x 64 in. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, Gift of Isabel R. Stamats in memory of Herbert S. Stamats. 73.3</span></p> 2018-12-15 16:00:00 -060012/15/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
CRMA Museum Store: Book Signing and Talk by Tim Fay on Wapsipinicon Almanac
<p>You won’t want to miss the newest...<em>and final</em>… edition of the Wapsipinicon Almanac. This treasure is a carefully curated collection of short stories, book reviews, news, local history, poetry and inspiring artwork, but that is only part of its allure. The Almanac’s creator, Tim Fay, will talk about the history of his letter-press printed magazine. </p><p>A few surprise authors will also be in attendance, and of course there will be a book signing! Please join us for this free event.</p> 2018-11-08 14:00:00 -0600
12/15/181:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Santa's Magic Key Workshop
<p>Start a new family tradition you will treasure for years to come. Participants will each receive a beautiful Santa's Magical Key Book including a magical key and will make crafts and participate in fun activities to help make this holiday season special. </p> 2018-10-27 14:00:00 -050012/15/181:00 p.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
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Family Film: Three Nuts for Cinderella
<p>Join us for the first movie in our three-part family film series! An annual holiday tradition in many European countries, and now at the NCSML, Three Nuts for Cinderella is a familiar fairytale with some unique twists. The film stars Libuše Šafránková as the title character, a young woman who is treated terribly by her stepmother and stepsister. But soon a handsome prince comes knocking. Cinderella does not simply fall into the prince’s arms, however. In this version, he must actively pursue the young woman – who is a skilled sharpshooter prone to wearing hunting outfits. Cinderella also has three wish-granting magic hazelnuts at her disposal and an owl for a “fairy godmother.” Will the prince win her over in the end?</p><p><br></p><p>Snacks and coffee provided by Brewhemia!<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>This film is in Czech with English subtitles. 83 minutes, 1973. $5 for general; $2 for 18 years or under.</p> 2018-12-11 15:30:00 -0600
12/15/182:00 p.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Self-Publishing Lab
<p>Are you interested in self-publishing? Would you like to learn more about it? Bring your laptops to our Self-Publishing Lab and learn more about becoming self-published from local author, Cynthia Petersen. She will walk you through step-by-step on using Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing.</p> 2018-11-13 17:00:00 -0600
12/15/182:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas
<p>Inspired by the books of Janet Letnes Martin and Suzann Nelson, including the best seller “Growing Up Lutheran.” Written by Greta Grosch. Music and lyrics by Drew Jansen</p><p>On the day of the church Christmas pageant, anything that can go wrong probably will… it’s the Church Basement Ladies to the rescue! All your favorite ladies are back, bringing festivities and fun to this wildly popular holiday installment of the Church Basement Ladies Series! Rated G.</p> 2018-12-15 16:00:00 -060012/15/182:00 p.m.Old Creamery TheatreAmana -
Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas
<p>On the day of the church Christmas pageant, anything that can go wrong probably will… it’s the Church Basement Ladies to the rescue! All your favorite ladies are back, bringing festivities and fun to this wildly popular holiday installment of the Church Basement Ladies Series!</p><p>Wednesday/Thursday/Sunday at 2pm</p><p>Friday/Saturday at 7:30pm</p> 2018-12-15 16:00:00 -0600
12/15/182:00 p.m.Old Creamery TheatreAmana -
County Linemen Band
<p>Live Music at Wild Hogs Saloon, Walford Iowa County Linemen Band Preforming from 3pm-7pm Featuring Classic County, Country Rock, 50,60 &70's Rock</p> 2018-12-15 19:00:00 -060012/15/183:00 p.m.Wild Hogs Saloon & EateryWalford -
Keto Community Potluck
<p>A free potluck designed to allow keto curious and keto committed individuals and families to share recipes and taste foods that represent ketogenic nutrition. Not only will participants be able to taste foods and find new ways to assimilate favorites into keto, they will be able to share struggles along with victories in their ketogenic lifestyle.</p> 2018-12-15 19:00:00 -060012/15/185:30 p.m.Unity Center of Cedar RapidsCedar Rapids -
ROCKY RACCOON (A Celebration of the Beatles) w/ Patchy Fog
<p>A splendid time is guaranteed for all @ DanceMor Ballroom with Rocky Raccoon: "A Celebration of The Beatles." Keeping musical history alive - it's a perfect match! <br><br>6pm - Patchy Fog</p><p>9pm - Rocky Raccoon<br><br>$8 in advance/$10 at the door</p> 2018-12-06 23:59:00 -060012/15/186:00 p.m.DanceMor BallroomSwisher -
Live Saturday Nites
<p>Join just at Millstream Brau Haus for live music with Chad Ambrose from 6-9pm.</p> 2018-09-12 21:00:00 -0500
12/15/186:00 p.m.Millstream Brau HausAmana -
Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
<p>The Dinner Detective is the largest, award-winning, interactive comedic murder mystery dinner show in the United States. We are now running public and private shows in cities across the country every week. Our immensely popular shows are set in the present day. Unlike other murder mystery dinner shows, here you will find no cheesy costumes, no recited campy dialogue and no hokey song and dance. Our performers are dressed just like everyone else, leaving all of the guests to suspect who is a part of the show and who is not. In many instances, guests are seated with the performers and don't even realize it until they die...the performers, that is! Our Detectives proceed to interrogate everyone and find clues as more people die. At the end of the night, prizes are awarded to the Top Sleuth who solves the crime.</p> 2018-12-15 21:00:00 -060012/15/186:00 p.m.Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention ComplexCedar Rapids -
Bill Wenstrom Performance
<p><strong><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Bill delivers an awesome performance of 60's, 70's 80's soft rock that gives the listeners the same enjoyment Bill is experiencing while performing. Come in and enjoy the great music while eating and drinking with friends.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> 2018-12-10 22:00:00 -0600
12/15/187:00 p.m.Ramsey's Wine BistroMarion -
Ugly Sweater Night and Jake McVey
<p>The RoughRiders Hockey will be playing hockey in some very ugly jerseys (ugly sweaters) and following the game, jerseys will be auctioned off as a fundraiser for a local charity! (They're not that bad...they are pretty cool actually!). Jake McVey, local country music artist will be keeping us entertained throughout the evening! The game will be a fun-filled event with our ugly sweaters and in-game contests, songs and fun! Family fun for everyone! Hockey fans will love the night!</p> 2018-12-05 21:30:00 -0600
12/15/187:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Ice ArenaCedar Rapids -
Ugly Sweater Night and Jake McVey
<p>The RoughRiders Hockey will be playing hockey in some very ugly jerseys (ugly sweaters) and following the game, jerseys will be auctioned off as a fundraiser for a local charity! (They're not that bad...they are pretty cool actually!). Jake McVey, local country music artist will be keeping us entertained throughout the evening! The game will be a fun-filled event with our ugly sweaters and in-game contests, songs and fun! Family fun for everyone! Hockey fans will love the night!</p> 2018-12-05 21:30:00 -060012/15/187:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Ice ArenaCedar Rapids -
Eastern Iowa Brass Band Presents All I Want For Christmas is Brass
<p>Eastern Iowa Brass Band (EIBB) offers two performances of its annual Christmas concert “All I Want for Christmas is BRASS.” The first performance is on Saturday December 15th, 7:00 PM, in the Liberty High School Auditorium in North Liberty (1400 Dubuque St NE, North Liberty, Iowa) and a second performance is on Sunday December 16th, 3:00 PM, at First Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids (310 5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa). EIBB plays a mix of Christmas Holiday music. Included will be Maria Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, “Sleigh Ride” by LeRoy Anderson and “A Great and Mighty Wonder” along with “The Kingdom Triumphant” made popular by the Salvation Bands in England and America.”</p> 2018-12-02 20:30:00 -0600
12/15/187:00 p.m.Liberty High SchoolNorth Liberty -
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English Country Dance
<p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>English Country Dance</strong></p><p><strong>Fee: Sliding scale $3-$6; pay what you can at the door.</strong><strong> No registration.</strong></p><p>Open to All Ages</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Saturdays</strong><strong>, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15</strong></p><p><strong>7</strong><strong> - 10 PM in the Assembly Room</strong></p><p>Come to the English Country Dance and enjoy moving in smooth figures to gorgeous LIVE music. Everyone who wants to dance is guaranteed a partner. Each dance is taught, and all ages are encouraged to participate. The dance form dates back to the 16th century. It appears in some movies portraying Queen Elizabeth I, as well as in film adaptations of Dickens and Jane Austen novels. Each dance has its own music. The tunes are hauntingly beautiful, ranging from old ballads, jigs, and reels to several immortalized in classical music and opera.</p> 2018-09-24 22:00:00 -050012/15/187:00 p.m.Iowa City/Johnson County Senior CenterIowa City -
Annie
<p>Annie is a tuneful and toe-tapping musical full of optimism, hope and humor. Brimming with enthusiastically catchy tunes, <em>Annie</em> makes everyone feel like a kid again! It’s the perfect kick-off for the holidays as Annie gets “a new deal for Christmas this year.”</p> 2018-06-26 21:00:00 -0500
12/15/187:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Benny Sharoni Jazz Quartet
<p>Join us for a special concert as we welcome back the Benny Sharoni Jazz Quartet to the Old Capitol Museum! Tenor saxophonist Benny Sharoni is a U.S. bandleader, composer and arranger who is a mainstay on the international jazz scene. A straight ahead player who fuses together the classic bop influences of Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon and Steve Grossman (among many others), Sharoni flavors his music with Latin rhythms and an energetic drive that delights audiences worldwide. He demonstrates fervent skill on his horn that instantly lifts him above the pack, but that’s only one element of his winning formula. Sharoni is also a player committed to unfettered expression; reaching an audience through taste, beauty and infectious swing. (<a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbennysharoni.com%2Fabout%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1Eh0Y0CVZ6n7-1UBrYSm_cy19Hi2FepwtkR9F07ccgebr56IPq4AKQntg&h=AT1mzPLqIS79nRY9ORxKwY2LYZYCOkRLkkK3_FB6ro5VC1g2zNE5XhY0qZiosyg2wVBdVkHRoLOs0PEm1in0-HadOKzORSFCvTFEJBpQpkmJaotxoC8tzscc0RusfFKK5wcJRlTaPVswJJ5DV848Eec" href="http://bennysharoni.com/about/?fbclid=IwAR1Eh0Y0CVZ6n7-1UBrYSm_cy19Hi2FepwtkR9F07ccgebr56IPq4AKQntg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://bennysharoni.com/about/</a>)<span> </span><span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>Musicians include Benny Sharoni (saxophone), Stephen M. Langone (drums), David Owen Restivo (piano), and Christian Gillingham (bass).</p><p><br></p><p>This concert is free to attend, and open to the public.<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Old Capitol Museum in advance at (319) 335-1313</p> 2018-12-03 21:00:00 -0600
12/15/187:30 p.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Rotten Eggnog (a world premiere comedy)
<p>A world premiere comedy about three women, a dive bar, and a mysterious man in a red hat. Featuring Kristy Hartsgrove Mooers, Katy Hahn, Mia Fryvecind Gimenez, and Rob Merritt. Written by Sean Christopher Lewis. Directed by Nina Morrison.</p><p>Revelations, hijinks, carols and spirits -- not even Santa is safe!</p> 2018-12-15 21:15:00 -0600
12/15/187:30 p.m.Riverside TheatreIowa City -
Disney's Beauty and the Beast
<p>Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, this classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out and if he doesn’t learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. This “tale as old as time” is filled with spectacular costumes and the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice and is family theatre at its best! Directed by Elizabeth Tracey. </p><p><br></p>
12/15/187:30 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville