Downtown Arts District

CityArts LIVE Presents: Go with the Flow- Fluid Painting for Beginners By Kerry Harripersad
2020-08-29 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
CityArts LIVE Presents: Go with the Flow- Fluid Painting for Beginners By Kerry Harripersad
When the paint begins to flow, so will your creativity! Join the Downtown Arts District for “Go with the Flow”, a beginner’s course in fluid painting. Fluid painting is a form of abstract art that uses acrylic paints with a runny (fluid) consistency, that when combined with each other, creates organic and visually stunning patterns. No paintbrushes or art experience needed! This type of art is fun for all ages. This course will provide you with the materials needed to create one 16×20 fluid painting and teach you everything you will need to get started as a paint-pouring artist. The theme for this class will be ocean waters. The course will be taught by Orlando based fluid artist, Kerry Harripersad. You can check out his work here. We hope you will join us and see how relaxing and fun it is to go with the flow!
COST:
In-person at CityArts: $30 (materials included)
Online (via Zoom): $30 (materials included, and available for pickup at CityArts prior to class)
DATES & TIMES: Each workshop occurs from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
August 29, 2020
LOCATION: Hybrid in-person at CityArts (limited capacity) and online
MATERIALS INCLUDED:

10 oz of acrylic paint
10 oz of pouring medium
(1) 16×20 Canvas
(5) oz of water (preferably distilled, but filtered water can be substituted) (will also need the ability to measure into 1 oz portions)
(5) plastic cups (6 oz or bigger) (for paint mixing)
(1) 16 oz cup (for paint combining)
(5) stirrers (most ppl use popsicle sticks, you can use straws or even chopsticks)
(1) plastic drop cloth (Note: This is messy, and requires a space where artwork can be left to dry for over 24 hrs, undisturbed)

Optional Items:

Gloves
Apron
Blow Torch

The In-Between Series Presents: Kurt Rambus
2020-09-14 19:30 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us on Monday September 14th at 7:30pm for the In-Between Series featuring Nigel John also known as Kurt Rambus. Rambus is a DJ/producer from Orlando, Florida and the founder of the production company Blacksuede Radio.

Find more information here: https://kurtrambus.bandcamp.com/

Suggested Donation: $5

The In-Between Series Presents Jream
2020-10-12 19:30 - 21:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us for the In-Between Series featuring Jream on Monday October 12th at 7:30pm in the CityArts Courtyard. Jream filters influences from psychedelic and experimental rock through an approach to electronic music that is both restless and minimalistic.

Suggested Donation: $5
*Pending inclement weather we
may have to move this event indoors

11th Annual Día de los Muertos & Monster Event
2020-10-15 17:00 - 22:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us for the 11th Annual Día de los Muertos & Monster Event on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at CityArts (39 S Magnolia Avenue) from 5:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
*A program of the Downtown Arts District

Artist Opening Reception and Outdoor Dining Experience
Exhibits open at 5:00 p.m.
Outdoor Dining Experience begins at 6:00 p.m.

The 11th Annual Día de los Muertos & Monster Events is a themed exhibition at CityArts Orlando and an outdoor experience with live performances, vendors, and more! Now, in its 11th year, the Día de los Muertos & Monster Art Exhibitions will showcase Day of the Dead and Halloween-inspired art created by regional, national, and international artists. This unique art exhibition will be paired with an outdoor experience on opening night that will feature food, drinks, entertainment and spooky art vendors.

Cost to enter CityArts only: $5
Register for a time-of-entry NOW!
https://ddlm2020.eventbrite.com
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Cost of the Outdoor Dining Experience $35-$40 per person/seat
* Includes guaranteed time-of-entry to CityArts
Register for Outdoor Dining Experience
https://downtownartsdistrict.com/ddlm2020/

About the Outdoor Dining Experience
Guests will gather outside CityArts on Pine Street to enjoy a fantastic evening of exciting entertainment and delicious food from Tamale Co. Mexican Street Food. Registrations are available for private tables, exclusive to the registrant and their guest(s). Guests can pick one of two shows for their dining experience.

Show #1 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Show #2 from 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

In-Between Series Presents: Outside Chances
2020-11-16 19:30 - 21:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us on Monday November 16th at 7:30pm for the In-Between Series featuring Mark Piszczek and Doug Mathews who are longtime musical collaborators and true luminaries of the Central Florida jazz and creative music scenes.

Admission: $5
*Pending inclement weather we
may have to move this event indoors

In-Between Series Presents: The Thomas Milovac Ensemble
2021-01-18 19:30 - 21:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us on Monday January 18th at 7:30pm for the In-Between Series featuring The Thomas Milovac Ensemble. The group will be performing original pieces and arrangements that explore a wide variety of sound worlds based in free improvisation and the jazz continuum.

Admission: $5
CityArts Courtyard
*Pending inclement weather we
may have to move this event indoors

This is a program of the Downtown Arts District in partnership with the Timucua Arts Foundation.

3rd Thursday Opening Night at CityArts
2024-01-18 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Celebrate arts, culture, and history on the third Thursday of every month in downtown Orlando from 6-9 p.m. Presented by the Downtown Arts District, the 3rd Thursday Orlando series features art exhibitions, live performances, access to the History Center, and so much more.
Third Thursday Orlando’s continued popularity has sparked new and exciting partnerships with some of downtown Orlando’s most influential organizations including City District Main Street and the Orange County Regional History Center. Third Thursdays’ footprint now extends down the block from CityArts Orlando to the Orange County Regional History Center and Heritage Square.

Arts.

Check out the latest featured exhibitions at the CityArts 3rd Thu Opening Night Reception. Rotating monthly, there’s always something new for everyone at this historic downtown Orlando landmark.

History.

Enjoy free admission to the Orange County History Center on event nights. Discover four floors of Central Florida history across an array of rotating and permanent exhibits, immersive displays, and interactive experiences.
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Orlando Story Club: Anti-Hero
2024-02-07 19:00 - 21:30 | FL
Join us for the first Orlando Story Club show of 2024 with Anti-Hero! $5 donation to CityArts to attend. Anyone can enter the storytelling competition by dropping their name in the hat. 10 names are drawn at random and given 5 mins to share their story. 3 audience judges determine the top 3 tellers who win prizes to a local establishment.

Anti-Heroes show up in many of our favorite stories, from comic books to video games, blockbuster movies, and anime. Well known anti-heroes from media: Wolverine, Hulk, Rick Sanchez (Rick and Morty), Wario (Nintendo), V (V for Vendetta), Arya Stark (Game of Thrones), Jack Sparrow (The Pirates of the Caribbean), Light Yagami (a.k.a. Kira from Death Note), and even Shrek!

Here are some anti-hero thoughts to spark story ideas for the 2/7 show.

Have you been the unlikely hero? Or maybe you were called a hero when you didn’t feel like one…
Are you dealing with a chaotic trait you thought you should hide only to realize that’s what makes you the beautiful person you are?
Are you working through self-doubt or imposter syndrome?
Maybe you’ve got a story involving Kafka’s Metamorphosis or any of Kerouac’s work?
Or maybe you’re a Swiftie with a tale you can’t resist.
Ever dated a psychopath or narcissist who was well liked or successful?
Got a story about a time you rooted for the bad guy?
Even parents play the “bad guy” when we’re young to save us from ourselves

There are so many options for stories about an anti-hero!

3rd Thursday Opening Night at CityArts
2024-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | FL
Celebrate arts, culture, and history on the third Thursday of every month in downtown Orlando from 6-9 p.m. Presented by the Downtown Arts District, the 3rd Thursday Orlando series features art exhibitions, live performances, access to the History Center, and so much more.
Third Thursday Orlando’s continued popularity has sparked new and exciting partnerships with some of downtown Orlando’s most influential organizations including City District Main Street and the Orange County Regional History Center. Third Thursdays’ footprint now extends down the block from CityArts Orlando to the Orange County Regional History Center and Heritage Square.

Arts.

Check out the latest featured exhibitions at the CityArts 3rd Thu Opening Night Reception. Rotating monthly, there’s always something new for everyone at this historic downtown Orlando landmark.
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

History.

Enjoy free admission to the Orange County History Center on event nights. Discover four floors of Central Florida history across an array of rotating and permanent exhibits, immersive displays, and interactive experiences.
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Sort of Brutally Early Artist Meet-Up
2024-02-28 07:30 - 09:00 | FL
Join us for our monthly “Sort of Brutally Early Artist Meet-up”

It’s an artist, art lover, art administrator meet-up. That means everyone is invited. It is very informal. Attendees are able to come and go as they please.

– Enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries
– Meet other artists, art lovers, and arts administrators
– Check out the CityArts exhibitions

The Sort of Brutally Early Artist Meetup was created by curator, Pat Greene. This is a nod to renowned curator Hans Ulrich Obrist’s Brutally Early Club.

Please share this event with others. It is a great way to start the day! Yes. This meet-up is at 7:30 a.m. We know it is early!
We hope to see you on Wednesday morning!

Orlando Story Club: Foreign Land
2024-04-10 19:00 - 21:30 | FL
Join us for Orlando Story Club!

Orlando Story Club is a live storytelling competition that takes place at CityArts Orlando (39 S Magnolia Ave). All regular shows begin at 7:00 p.m. $5 donation to CityArts to attend.
Every Orlando Story Club event has a theme. Anyone with a story that fits with that theme can enter by putting their name in the story hat. Ten names are drawn at random. Each storyteller is given 5 minutes to impress the audience, and the top 3 tellers take home prizes.
It’s a night of laughter, fun, and connection! Join us for our not-so-serious storytelling competition! Come laugh, listen, drink, and help build our community! If you aren’t interested in telling a story, we love story listeners!

This month’s theme is Foreign Land!

Get your tickets here

Orlando Story Club: Herstory
2024-06-29 19:00 - 21:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us for Orlando Story Club!

Orlando Story Club is a live storytelling competition that takes place at CityArts Orlando (39 S Magnolia Ave). All regular shows begin at 7:00 p.m. $5 donation to CityArts to attend.
Every Orlando Story Club event has a theme. Anyone with a story that fits with that theme can enter by putting their name in the story hat. Ten names are drawn at random. Each storyteller is given 5 minutes to impress the audience, and the top 3 tellers take home prizes.
It’s a night of laughter, fun, and connection! Join us for our not-so-serious storytelling competition! Come laugh, listen, drink, and help build our community! If you aren’t interested in telling a story, we love story listeners!

This month’s theme is Herstory!

Get your tickets here

Orlando Story Club: Better Hang On!
2024-08-07 19:00 - 21:30 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Join us for Orlando Story Club!

Orlando Story Club is a live storytelling competition that takes place at CityArts Orlando (39 S Magnolia Ave). All regular shows begin at 7:00 p.m. $5 donation to CityArts to attend.
Every Orlando Story Club event has a theme. Anyone with a story that fits with that theme can enter by putting their name in the story hat. Ten names are drawn at random. Each storyteller is given 5 minutes to impress the audience, and the top 3 tellers take home prizes.
It’s a night of laughter, fun, and connection! Join us for our not-so-serious storytelling competition! Come laugh, listen, drink, and help build our community! If you aren’t interested in telling a story, we love story listeners!

This month’s theme is Better Hang On!

Get your tickets here

UCF Alumi Exhibition Opening
2024-09-13 18:00 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
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Mural Festival
2024-09-19 16:30 - 21:00 | CityArts, 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Downtown Arts District and CityArts are holding a two-day mural festival on September 19 and 20.
On September 19 at our monthly 3rd Thursday event. We will have different muralists painting 8 x 8 walls on Magnolia Ave. This is a chance for the artists to paint live in front of peers in the community.
On Friday evening the event will culminate with a muralist team challenge. This event will have judges, multiple DJs, bars, and food trucks. The audience will have the deciding vote for the team winner, so invite all your friends and family to come out and cheer for your team.
Muralist application available in the call to artist page.
