Events
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Opening Reception — Give a Damn! Music + Activism at Stax Records
Crosstown Arts, West Gallery, Crosstown Concourse 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United States“Give a Damn,” a title taken from the 1970 Staple Singers song, is the culmination of a year-long examination of Stax Records’ commitment to political activism, community engagement, and social justice in the years following Dr. King’s 1968 assassination in Memphis.
This exhibition is presented by The Stax Museum of American Soul Music and hosted at Crosstown Arts. It features never-before-seen artifacts including Isaac Hayes' 14-foot long custom-made office desk, stage clothing worn by Johnnie Taylor and Isaac Hayes, rare photos and documents, short films, music, and original artwork contributed by Shelby County students.
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365
Photo-a-day series by artist Valerie Sparks Artist Statement: In 2017, I challenged myself to a photo-a-day project which I first displayed on Instagram. Now I will present my year's worth […]
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The Music of Billie Holiday
Crosstown Arts, East Atrium 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesTribute to American jazz singer Billie Holiday featuring Tamara Jones Monger (vocals), Keenan Shotwell (piano), Carl Casperson (acoustic bass), Joe Restivo (guitar), and James Sexton (drums).
The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.
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.WAVFest
Memphis artist ISpeakWithAGift presents the first annual .WAVFest featuring live performances from himself and friends from inside and outside the city. The line-up includes ISpeakWithAGift, Early, She’Chinah, ODDyssey, De Apollo, […]
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Spins
Crosstown Arts, The Green Room 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesA live monthly DJ series at Crosstown Arts This month: DJ Siphne Aaye $5 cover (purchase on Eventbrite or at the door) The SPINS series will feature music as diverse as […]
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Shoot & Splice: Production Design
Crosstown Arts East Atrium 1350 Concourse Avenue, Memphis, TN, United StatesHave you ever wondered how movies achieve a particular look and visual style? Join Production Designer Darian Corley as she takes you through the process of conceptualizing and designing film sets and locations. From breaking down the script to identifying design styles to working with directors and cinematographers, Darian will cover it all.
Shoot & Splice is a monthly filmmaking forum presented collaboratively by Indie Memphis and Crosstown Arts. -
MicroCinema Club
Monthly short film screening series, presented by Indie Memphis & Crosstown Arts. This month: Human Rights & Environmental Shorts Shorts from the 2018 Human Rights and Environmental Film US Tour. Mariano Pozzi […]
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Open Crit
Crosstown Arts’ Open Crit series is a monthly critique event where visual artists are invited to bring new and/or in-progress studio work for critical feedback and group discussion particular to each artist’s practice. All sessions are free and open to the public. Special thanks to Art Center for donating a $25 gift certificate for each participating artist.
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Stax Tracks: Soul Folk in Action
Crosstown Arts at Crosstown Concourse 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesJoin Dr. Charles Hughes and special guests as they take a journey through key parts of the Stax Records collection. Each week, everyone will listen to an album or series […]
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Music + Activism = Craftivism at Crosstown Arts
Crosstown Arts at Crosstown Concourse 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesThe G.A.D. exhibition features stories of people who used music to make an impact. Here, we recognize the power we have in our hands. No matter what craft items we […]
