Click to open PDF of press releaseDownload For immediate release                                Contact: Fred Bidwell October 28, 2019                                         (216) 938-5429                                                       fredbidwell@transformerstation.org Nonprofit Gordon Square Arts District Declares Mission Accomplished and Suspends Operations CLEVELAND, OH—The board of the nonprofit Gordon Square

Artist residency kicks off July 30 with free open mic event at Happy Dog Click here to access PDF of Press ReleaseDownload July 15, 2019 CLEVELAND, OHIO – Gordon Square Arts District (GSAD) selected photographer Amber Ford as its third quarter artist-in-residence with her project This Story is Mine and Ours. Ford kicks off her time as GSAD’s artist-in-residence with a free open mic event at Happy Dog (1501 Detroit Ave.) on July 30 from 6-10 p.m. Poets, musicians, storytellers and performance artists are invited to the open mic night to present an original piece inspired by the topic BLACK:

Tickets HIP 2B SquareTuesday, June 11, 2019 5:00 PM-8:00 PM Honoring Paul Clark and Fred Bidwell The Edison at Gordon Square6060 Father Caruso Dr.

Gordon Square Arts District (GSAD) today announced the selection of four Gordon Square Artists-in-Residence for 2019. Each quarter in 2019 will feature a talented Cleveland artist. Gordon Square Arts District launched its quarterly artists-in-residence program in 2017 to support the artist workforce in the neighborhood and connect the community with free and inclusive arts programming.   The quarterly 2019 Gordon Square Artists-in-Residence are: Valerie Mayen, fashion designer, during Q1 (January-March)Dee Jay Doc, musician, Q2 (April-June)Amber Ford, photographer, Q3 (July-September)Chris Seibert and Denis Griesmer, performers, Q4 (October-December) Click HERE to read the full press release!

We are excited to launch our 2019 Professional series with a special morning full of informational panels and resources for artists looking to build their business. Join us for a morning of informational panels, advice and resources for artists interested in building their business. Have your questions answered by a wide range of creative professionals, and connect with other artists in the area. Content for the day features panels on finding grants for your projects, taxes and financial planning, and social media marketing for artists. Breakfast and lunch is provided. Sign up to share your story with us as we

Gordon Square Arts District will be hosting four artist residencies in 2019. Applications are available now, and one artist-in-residence will be chosen for each quarter in 2019. The residencies are funded by a grant from The Cleveland Foundation. The quarterly Gordon Square Artist Residency is one of GSAD’s initiatives to support the artist workforce and leverage vibrant arts in the neighborhood. GSAD supports the selected artist for each residency with a $5,000 stipend and project costs up to $2,000. Application information and materials can be found here. Click here to access the full press release

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Gordon Square Arts District is proud to maintain Cleveland’s premier searchable artist database. The Registry is a collection of local talent creating, designing, performing and working in Cleveland. https://www.clevelandartistregistry.org/  

Edgewater LIVE presented by Cuyahoga Community College will kick off May 31 at 4:30 p.m. on the Centennial Plaza at Edgewater Beach House with performers from the Tri-C Creative Arts Program. Then, from 6 to 9 p.m., the region’s favorite headlining acts will perform on the Dollar Bank Stage. Visitors can grab a bite to eat from a rotating lineup of more than a dozen local food trucks each week and enjoy happy hour and local made-to-order fare from the Beach House, featuring spectacular views of Lake Erie and Cleveland’s skyline. New this year is the Edgewater Nature Shop that

Gordon Square Arts District Loop (free shuttle) Saturday, July 14, 12:00-4:30, between Hingetown/Transformer Station, Gordon Square Arts District @ W. 65th St., CAN Triennial at 78th Street Studios                Sunday, July 15, 12:00-6:00, between Kimpton Schofield, Hingetown/Transformer Station, Gordon Square Arts District @ W. 65th St., CAN Triennial at 78th Street Studios                       Friday, July 20, 12:00-9:00pm, between Kimpton Schofield, Hingetown/Transformer Station, Gordon Square Arts District @ W. 65thSt., CAN Triennial at 78th Street Studios                     Saturday, July 21, 12:00-9:00pm between Kimpton Schofield, Hingetown/Transformer Station, Gordon Square Arts District @ W. 65th St., CAN Triennial at 78th Street Studios                  Sunday, July 22, 12:00-6:00 between Kimpton Schofield,  Hingetown/Transformer

2018 DATE December 8, 2018 Enjoy unique holiday shopping, merriment, and performances at this all-ages festival and celebration of the arts. 12pm - “A Christmas Story” at the Capitol Theatre ($1 admission). 2-5pm - Pop-up music, theatre performances, kids’ activities, and more. 2-6pm - Music, drinks, s’mores, and fire pits on W 65th St. in front of the Capitol Theatre. Ride a FREE shuttle to and from the Cleveland Bazaar Holiday! at 78th Street Studios. Stay in the district after hours to enjoy ticketed performances at Cleveland Public Theatre , Near West Theatre , Talespinner Children's Theatre , and Blank Canvas Theatre . The Capitol Theatre will offer films at traditional show times.