We have perfected the art of creating fusion. Two or more forces colliding at a super high speed creates a new thing, while releasing a tremendous surge of energy. Cleveland, Akron & Youngstown’s epic industrial legacy, manic entrepreneurial willpower, and the heroic, burning creativity of its artists has manifested itself into a passion that is overflowing onto our streets. These are the fusionistas we celebrate. Ready to join the CoolCleveland team as an intern? We’ve been waiting for you.
foo zh en, the BW festival that mashes up student choreographers and composers, will explore aspects of workplace violence. Local Heroes are at the CIFF and World Water Day is in the Metroparks, where you’ll also find the combo of beer + dinner. Ready to blend your love of animals with your street smart urban sensibility? The Urban Shepherds program may be for you. Lake Erie Ink combines fun with fundraising at their Giant Bananagrams game/raffle/cake walk. Gallerist Bill Busta has redefined the region’s art scene over the past 25+ years, and now upon his retirement, instead of causing us to mourn, he reveals some good news.
Near West Theatre melds art and social justice like no other, so their benefit & gala, There’s No Place Like Home, in their brand-new Gordon Square theatre space, will be especially poignant. Don’t miss our video with CMSD CEO Eric Gordon, immediately upon his return from a private visit with the President, and on Fashion Week Cleveland’s fusion of fashion & retail. NEO Sonic Fest blends classical, rock, blues, choreography and outrageous venues. Are you ready to mix it up this week? Light the fuse. –Thomas Mulready