Wandering Aesthetics’ Electric Pressure Cooker Presents…
“Bigger Than a Breadbox: The News/Speak Edition”
A Knight Arts Project
Join Wandering Aesthetics at Summit Artspace in Downtown Akron for another powerful “edition” of Bigger Than a Breadbox, Akron’s rousing variety show.
Building on the success of Wandering Aesthetics’ reoccurring Electric Pressure Cooker Cabaret (#EPCooker), Bigger Than a Breadbox is a vaudeville-style variety show that harkens back to one of the earliest forms of entertainment available to Akronites.
ABOUT “The News/Speak Edition”
Akron is Peace
Akron is Freedom
Akron is Strength
On March 16th, the Akritical Report goes live!
“News/Speak”, the fourth #AkronBreadbox production, features a diverse array of local artistic talent as they “report on” some of Akron’s biggest news stories. Or all of this could be… “FAKE NEWS”.
This live vaudeville performance explores Akron’s deep journalism roots and celebrates some of Northeast Ohio’s most ... view more »
Wandering Aesthetics’ Electric Pressure Cooker Presents…
“Bigger Than a Breadbox: The News/Speak Edition”
A Knight Arts Project
Join Wandering Aesthetics at Summit Artspace in Downtown Akron for another powerful “edition” of Bigger Than a Breadbox, Akron’s rousing variety show.
Building on the success of Wandering Aesthetics’ reoccurring Electric Pressure Cooker Cabaret (#EPCooker), Bigger Than a Breadbox is a vaudeville-style variety show that harkens back to one of the earliest forms of entertainment available to Akronites.
ABOUT “The News/Speak Edition”
Akron is Peace
Akron is Freedom
Akron is Strength
On March 16th, the Akritical Report goes live!
“News/Speak”, the fourth #AkronBreadbox production, features a diverse array of local artistic talent as they “report on” some of Akron’s biggest news stories. Or all of this could be… “FAKE NEWS”.
This live vaudeville performance explores Akron’s deep journalism roots and celebrates some of Northeast Ohio’s most talented artists.
Featuring dance, theatre, music, sketch comedy, poetry, art (and a few surprises), this variety show has something for everyone!
Come early to grab a drink and visit a fine selection of local art and craft vendors!
THE LINE-UP
News Anchor: Tyson Sebree
National News: Students from Cleveland School of the Arts (Theatre, directed by India Nicole Burton)
Sports: Steve Brightman & Theresa Göttl Brightman (Poetry)
Entertainment: Zach Freidhof (Music)
Fashion & Style: Students from North High (Multicultural Fashion Show)
Weather: The Weather Girls featuring Queer Abby, Poppy Poison and Cherrie Sorbet (Burlesque)
THE VENDORS
Teal Rose Boutique, Handmade Items
CJ’s Shimmering Sensations VIP, Jewelry
Creations by Dick and Jane, Jewelry & Watches
ABOUT #AkronBreadbox
Bigger Than a Breadbox is a dynamic quarterly event that celebrates artistic excellence and unites audiences through affordable access to a revolving lineup of high quality performers. Breadbox tours Akron, creating performances that are comprised of acts selected from the #EPCooker and the neighborhood where each production is held. Acts reflect a diverse array of talent and all performers are paid. Shows include 8 – 10 acts that range from 10 – 20 minutes.
“Wandering Aesthetics’ Electric Pressure Cooker Presents…Bigger Than a Breadbox” was made possible, in part, by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as part of its Knight Arts Challenge.
Visit akronbreadbox.com for a full list of our sponsors and funders.
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