College of the Arts
Alumni Spotlight - Nicole Barille
The journey towards a professional career in the arts is different for everyone. For alumna Nicole Barille, an art degree laid the groundwork for success in an unexpected way, lending inspiration and creative direction to her music. You may not need a degree to rock, but it hel…
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Porthouse Theatre Cancels 2020 Season in Response to COVID-19
In accordance with the order of Ohio Department of Health director Amy Acton, M.D. to stay at home to slow the spread of COVID-19, Porthouse Theatre regretfully announces the cancellation of its 2020 season, scheduled for June 11 – August 9, 2020. As a result of this difficult decision, the produ…
Porthouse Theatre
Student Spotlight - Richard Agbeze
Richard Agbeze is in his second year of the M.A. Art Education program and is currently doing research that focuses on social justice in art education. Read more about Richard, his artwork and his passion for art education in this Q&A.
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Porthouse Theatre's 2019 Season Recognized by Cleveland Critics Circle Awards
Porthouse Theatre is thrilled to be recognized by the Cleveland Critics Circle for achievements during the 2019 season. Fabio Polanco, Best Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Miguel de Cervantes/Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha Martín Céspedes, Best Choreographer for …
Porthouse Theatre
Client Profile: Alexandra Reich
You might call Alli Reich an overachiever... and you wouldn't be wrong! Her story encompasses a true entrepreneurial journey of exploring her passions. Lucky for us she took some time to tell us about it. Tell us about Alexanda. I grew up in the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, …
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Distinguished Kent State Alumna's Artwork Featured at Akron City Hospital Campus
Honors College alumna Diana Al-Hadid has made a significant impact on the art world since she graduated from the university with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in sculpture and a bachelor’s degree in art history in 2003 and subsequently established her art studio in Brooklyn, N…
Honors College
Porthouse Theatre is in a "New York State of Mind" for 2020 Season
Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Porthouse Theatre, ’s outdoor, summer theatre located on the grounds of Blossom Music Center, will present its 52nd season during the summer of 2020 with "Little Shop of Horrors," "BKLYN the Musical," and "West Side Story." Directed by Porthouse…
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Liz Maugans - Alumni Spotlight
Liz Maugans (BFA '89) studied printmaking and painting at and during this time, she began her community building skills with other artists. After receiving her MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art, she began her trajectory as an artist and an advocate in Cleveland, making it the bustling arts community it is today.
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Acclaimed Photography Exhibition Returns to Kent Campus
is pleased and proud to announce the return of “We the People,” a photography exhibition that shines a light on our common humanity.
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Kent State Celebrates 50 Years of Glass with Exhibitions and Lectures
’s School of Art Collection and Galleries present three exhibitions featuring local and national artists to celebrate fifty years of the School of Art’s studio glass program. The program, one of the first of its kind in the country, was started in 1969 by Henry Halem, professor …
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