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Exhibition of photographic works by John Pearson Pearson’s intention is not to convey the solely visual appearance of place — in this case, the arid southern California landscape — but rather to invoke a more dynamic experience of place by means of the transformative nature of photography. 
On view: September 28-November 30 “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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Bring your little ghouls and goblins to Crosstown Concourse this Halloween for trick-or-treating on the plaza. Volunteers will park their cars on the plaza and fill their trunks with candy. Crosstown Arts is currently looking for volunteers to park their vehicles on the plaza. Participants must provide their own candy. Please confirm your participation in […] |
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Crosstown Arts will run a kids' craft corner inside the 430 Gallery during Memphis Grilled Cheese Fest. The annual grilled cheese festival takes place in the street in front of the Hi Tone. Organized by the Hi Tone as a fundraiser for Alive Memphis. |
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One Night Only will highlight up-and-coming artist Kyle James in The Green Room, the new live music venue at Crosstown Arts. Enjoy an intimate experience in an inviting lounge setting. |
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Film screenings in conjunction with Give a Damn! Music + Activism at Stax Records, on view at Crosstown Arts through Dec. 2. November screening: Shaft (1971) Propelled by the Academy Award-winning soundtrack by Isaac Hayes, Private Investigator John Shaft must overcome militants, the Mafia, and crooked cops to recover the kidnapped daughter of a Harlem […] |
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Love Doesn't Hurt presents "Sexual Healing: Reclaiming Your Sexuality After an Assault." Art exhibition and drag performance |
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The 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 provide, you will use your hands to make art that makes a statement about something you feel passionately about. These projects can be political, personal, […] |
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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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Join 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 of tracks in real time, followed by a short presentation, and then audience response to the music. In November, we'll discuss rarely heard but deeply […] |
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Join us for the second public "mic check" at Crosstown Arts Theater. The students from Crosstown Youth Theater will present their original play, Into the Hoods — an adaptation of Into the Woods tailored to address real issues that students in Memphis face. Ranging in age from 10 to 17 years old, Crosstown Youth Theater […]
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Monthly short film screening series, presented by Indie Memphis & Crosstown Arts. This month: Festival Award Winners 2018 |
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Crosstown Arts offers multidisciplinary residencies in to visiting and Memphis-based artists and curators, working in any creative discipline including visual and performing arts, music, film, and writing in all genres. The resident artists discuss their work in a series of monthly artist talks. This month: Rory Golden, Darius Wallace, Jon Crawford, and Jing Niu. |
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Crosstown Arts resident artist Darius Wallace will present his one-man show, My Magical Manifesto, at the third public "mic check" event at Crosstown Arts Theater. Free and open to the public. |
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Join us for a discussion with The Bar-Kays' Larry Dodson and Winston Stewart. Free and open to the public. Moderated by Memphis radio personality (and Crosstown Arts community outreach coordinator) Porsche Stevens, this freewheeling conversation will include stories from the band's rich past and much more.
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Jazz tribute to Herbie Hancock featuring Keenan Shotwell (piano/ keys), Gary Walker (auxiliary keys), Carl Casperson (acoustic/ eletric bass), Paul McKinney (trumpet/ flugalhorn), 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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A live monthly DJ series at Crosstown Arts This month: DJ Capitol A (hip-hop, soul, funk) The SPINS series will feature music as diverse as the City of Memphis. Each month, a rotating line-up of DJs will play everything from old-school Hip-Hop and House to Ultra Lounge and Afrobeat. There’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, come chill. Come hang. Come Party! |
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Open call to all artists to address the complex theme of “home.” All mediums encouraged, painting, photography, performance, sculpture, mixed media, video, and sound. Submission deadline: November 24
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Come enjoy an original children's story featuring audience participation and musical accompaniment by members of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. Created by MSO principal oboist Joseph Salvalaggio, Babu Press performances use classical music to help kids develop an appreciation for the arts and foster a love of reading. The performances are entertaining for audiences of all ages, from toddlers to adults.
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Join musician/writer Alex Greene for a listening session featuring the sounds of Memphis. Using an app called Loopy HD, Alex goes through different groups of sounds, slowly adding and subtracting noises recorded right on the streets of Memphis. You might hear simple sounds, like feet walking through leaves, the roar of an overhead jet, or a […]
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Enjoy good vibes with Jiana Hunter and The Jam Session this holiday weekend in the Crosstown Arts Green Room. Vocalist Jiana Hunter and The Jam Session are a collective unit of musicians and band leaders whose styles range from Classic Rock, Jazz, Soul, and Hip Hop to Gospel and Reggae. Tickets: $10 (purchase on Eventbrite) |
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Up in Arms Collective was born out of the need for the dance community to respond to what is happening in America in an open and affirming environment. What originally began as a community of diverse Memphis dance artists has since grown to include local filmmakers, musicians, and artists. Performing artists include Kimberly Baker, Sheri Bancroft, Orixa Bowers, Burton Bridges,
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After eight years, Crosstown Arts is continuing to help redefine what arts can be in Memphis. Come see the new 70,000 sq ft of multidisciplinary spaces in action at Crosstown Concourse. All the new spaces — galleries, the Green Room, theater, cafe, Art Bar, Shared Art Making, and artist studios — will be open to […]
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Join us as we flip the switch on the Crosstown Concourse holiday lights in the Central Atrium. This lighting installation, which cascades down from the top of the atrium, is approximately 100 feet tall! Enjoy live music, hot cocoa, crafts, a sing-along, and more! Crosstown Arts will lead a kids' craft making holiday lanterns. Free […] |
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Join us for an intimate conversation with the children of The Bar-Kays — Larry Dodson Jr. (son of Larry Dodson) and Shuronda Cauley (daughter of Ben Cauley). In conjunction with Give a Damn! Music + Activism at Stax Records, on view at Crosstown Arts through Dec. 2. |
