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Community Engagement in the Arts

                           

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Free community concerts, ARTbar gallery performers, chamber music in unique intimate settings and more.

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Live poetry events and special programs hosted by Cleveland Heights' own Poet Laureate give the local arts a voice.

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Quarterly group and solo exhibitions inspire, represent and support our rich arts community..

Upcoming Events

No Exit & Zeitgeist at Heights Arts: An Evocation of Our Current Time
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No Exit & Zeitgeist at Heights Arts: An Evocation of Our Current Time

Saturday 1/10/26
7:00pm
No Exit and their frequent collaborators, the St. Paul, MN-based new music ensemble Zeitgeist, present an unforgettable experience in the form of a 50 minute immersive multimedia extravaganza, An Evocation of Our Current Time. No Exit and guests will create a very different kind of sound bath via improvisation, film, artificial intelligence, environmental manipulation, lies, magic, gaslighting and other forms of chicanery…… all to serve as an outpouring of our present reality. In addition to the core members of No Exit and Zeitgeist, An Evocation of Our Current Time will also feature the talents of drummer Stephen Klunk, trumpeter Scott McKee, trombonist John Faieta and harpist Stephan Haluska. As always, No Exit events are free and open to the public. Adventurous minds are welcome! This program may not be appropriate for children. For more information please visit noexitnewmusic.com
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Reception Opening: Consider Fires, Spotlight: Josh Chefitz
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Reception Opening: Consider Fires, Spotlight: Josh Chefitz

Friday 1/16/26
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Fire consumes. Fire cleanses. Fire transforms. It is destruction and renewal, warmth and warning, a flickering ember, and an unstoppable blaze. It is the flame of revolution, the heat of creation, the smoldering tension before ignition. It is both the light that guides and the force that devours. In this exhibition, we do not fear fire—we invoke it. We trace its edges, feed its hunger, and question its aftermath. We gather to reflect on the fires that shape us: the ones we tend, the ones we extinguish, the ones we cannot control. Artists, visionaries, storytellers—consider fire. Consider fires. What will you set ablaze? This exhibition is curated by Gina Washington and includes artists Chester Hopkins-Bey, Tanya Kaiser, Kole Robinson Brooks, Yasmeen Kwan, Aja Joi Grant, James Negron, Jeanetta Ho, Mario Tripp, Ellis Walker, Falon Walker, Mckinley Wiley, Lolita Wilson, and Leah Aki Wood. The spotlight artist in our second exhibitions is Josh Chefitz. Josh is an award-winning, self-taught artist whose work explores memory and reconstruction. He often begins with ink, gel, and paint pen drawings on handmade paper from the Morgan Conservatory, which he cuts apart and reassembles into layered compositions. His process reflects the way memory works, fragmented and full of rediscovery.   Special thanks to our Winter Season Sponsor: No Exit Music Ensemble
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Close Encounters Open Rehearsal: The Taplin Quartet
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Close Encounters Open Rehearsal: The Taplin Quartet

Tuesday 2/3/26
6:00pm
The Taplin Quartet rehearses repertoire for their Close Encounters concert "From East to West".  Concert is on Sunday February 8th.   ABOUT: Open Rehearsals provide the rare opportunity for students and adults to glimpse the process of preparing a Close Encounters performance prior to some of the concerts. This one-of-a-kind experience is not only educational but provides a deeper understanding of how performance is put together by some of the world's best musicians. Brief Q+A Session to Follow Rehearsal Please Note: The length of this event is dependent on the needs of the musicians. You may discreetly exit the event before it is complete if needed.   . Winter Season Sponsors: No Exit Music Ensemble Special thanks to Cleveland Violins for underwriting this event
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Close Encounters: From East to West
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Close Encounters: From East to West

Sunday 2/8/26
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Witness the debut of the Taplin Quartet as they bring listeners on a journey From East To West with a varied program including familiar favorites like Waltzing Matilda and Clair de Lune alongside Debussy’s masterful String Quartet in G Minor, Lei Liang's dramatic piece, Gobi Gloria, inspired by Mongolian music, and an elegant arrangement of a Chinese traditional song. Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series, and the third concert in this season's series features performers Katherine Bormann, violin, Zhan Shu, violin, Gareth Zehngut, viola, Martha Baldwin, cello.   Stephan Koncz: Waltzing Matilda Claude Debussy: Clair de Lune Lei Liang: Gobi Gloria Intermission Claude Debussy: String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10 Animé et très décidé Assez vif et bien rythmé Andantino, doucement expressif Très modéré – En animant peu à peu – Très mouvementé et avec passion Chinese Traditional, Arr. Akejian: Jasmine   This concert is generously sponsored by: Bill Stigelman Special thanks to our Winter Season Sponsor: No Exit Music Ensemble
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ARTbar: Burning River Swing
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ARTbar: Burning River Swing

Thursday 2/12/26
7:00pm
ARTbar creates an atmosphere like no other by mixing curated cocktails, music, art, and poetry in Heights Arts’ beautiful gallery on Lee Road. The space is transformed into a cocktail lounge setting where audience members gather to experience intimate performances in tandem with current exhibitions. . Featured Ensemble: Burning River Swing  Burning River Swing is a swinging and singing jazz group from the Cleveland/Akron area. The band honors French jazz, hot jazz and swing music by musicians like Django Reinhardt, Stefan Grappelli, and Ella Fitzgerald, bringing this music back to life in the modern day. When their melodic violin, percussive guitar, walking bass lines and stellar vocals come together, they set fire to both old and new songs alike!   One drink minimum. Light snacks and a limited bar including beer, wine, sparkling wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and the following curated cocktails: MANHATTAN & FRENCH 75
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No Exit Presents: METROPOLIS Reimagined
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No Exit Presents: METROPOLIS Reimagined

Friday 2/13/26
7:00pm
METROPOLIS Reimagined is a spectacular and breathtaking multimedia event featuring the remarkable talents of internationally-renowned pianist Jenny Lin and electronic artist Drake Andersen. This new scoring of the 1984 restoration of Fritz Lang’s cinematic masterpiece was created collaboratively by the 10 composers of ICEBERG New Music. Experience this classic film as never before in this special one night only presentation. “Jenny Lin’s towering talent at piano awes crowd. The phenomenal virtuosity of pianist Jenny Lin...catapulted hypnotized listeners into three standing ovations at her Spoleto Festival debut......” - Nada Arnold The Post and Courier . As always, No Exit’s concerts are free and open to the public, but RSVPs are requested. Adventurous listeners are welcome!
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Ekphrastacy: "Consider Fires" & Spotlight Artist: Josh Chefitz
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Ekphrastacy: "Consider Fires" & Spotlight Artist: Josh Chefitz

Thursday 2/19/26
7:00pm
Ekphrastacy: "Consider Fires" & Spotlight Artist: Josh Chefitz Join our new Heights Poet Laureate, Michelle R. Smith, along with guest poets, for an evening of poetry inspired by Heights Arts new 2026 exhibitions "Consider Fires" and Spotlight Artist: Josh Chefitz. The poets will offer their unique interpretations and responses to these themes through live performances. Additionally, the exhibiting artists will also share insights into their work. This popular event fills up quick so make sure to RSVP!   Special thanks to our Winter Season Sponsor: No Exit Music Ensemble
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Gallery Concert with Mud Window Mud Mirror
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Gallery Concert with Mud Window Mud Mirror

Saturday 3/7/26
7:00pm
Mud Window Mud Mirror - Saturday, March 7th, 2025 | 7:00-8:30pm Soprano Naomi Columna and percussionist Katalin La Favre, known as Mud Window Mud Mirror, blend early music, folk, pop, and contemporary music through bold experimentation. Their new project, Wanderings, reimagines Medieval and Renaissance works with modern percussion and voice, featuring marimba, drums, bells, and shifting vocal textures. Framed by the four seasons and multiple versions of Machaut’s Puis qu’en oubli, the program explores time, texture, and unexpected sonic worlds. Learn more about Mud Window Mud Mirror HERE   Click here to see the Heights Arts 2026-2026 Music Season Special thanks to our Winter Season Sponsor: No Exit Music Ensemble
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Close Encounters: Bach and Beyond
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Close Encounters: Bach and Beyond

Sunday 5/17/26
3:00pm - 5:00pm
The final concert in this year’s series, Bach and Beyond, celebrates J.S. Bach’s profound and expressive chorales, arranged for string quartet, alongside Haydn’s inventive String Quartet Op. 76 No. 5 and Beethoven’s String Quartet No. 10, nicknamed the “Harp” Quartet. Close Encounters is Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series, and the fourth concert in this season's series features the Taplin Quartet, made up of musicians Katherine Bormann, violin, Zhan Shu, violin, Gareth Zehngut, viola, and Martha Baldwin, cello   J.S. Bach: Chorales To be announced from the stage Joseph Haydn: String Quartet Op. 76 No. 5 in D Major Allegretto Largo – Cantabile e mesto Menuetto – Allegro Finale – Presto Intermission J.S. Bach: Chorales To be announced from the stage Ludwig van Beethoven: String Quartet Op. 74 in Eb Major, "Harp" Poco adagio – Allegro Adagio ma non troppo Presto – Più presto quasi Prestissimo Allegretto con variazioni   This concert is generously sponsored by Rachel Rawson and Charles Cowap
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No Exit at Heights Arts: Songs, Soundscapes, and Sonnets
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No Exit at Heights Arts: Songs, Soundscapes, and Sonnets

Saturday 5/30/26
7:00pm
No Exit will conclude their 2025-2026 season by delving into an array of dynamic and compelling works for voice and ensemble. Songs, Soundscapes, and Sonnets will feature the extraordinary talents of soprano Anika Kildegaard and will include world premiere music be Robert Honstein and Timothy Beyer. . As always, No Exit’s concerts are free and open to the public, but RSVPs are requested. Adventurous listeners are welcome!
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*STAFF PICKS* Heights Arts Executive Director Rach *STAFF PICKS* Heights Arts Executive Director Rachel Bernstein Picks: Dejiah Archie-Davis - Maps, Framed Collage, 10" x 10" Eleanor Bergholz - "When Knitting Becomes Nurture", book Matthew Munson - Sunday Hike (Bedford Reservation) Triptych, Panel 3, Oil Painting on Wood Susan Dakno - "Habitat 153", Acrylic Painting, 4" x 4" x 1.5" Kisha Nicole Foster - "Blood Work" book of poetry Olivia Hensal (OLEA) - "Celestial Glow Bearberry Leaf" Toner Maliyah Clark (Blackstar) - Flower Sticker Pack, 4" Amy Halko - Stash Jar Natalie Rich - Cairn Earrings
Still hunting for the perfect holiday gifts? We’ve Still hunting for the perfect holiday gifts? We’ve got you covered!🎁 Discover even MORE unique gifts under $50 at the Heights Arts Holiday Store From handmade art and jewelry to cozy finds and creative treasures, there’s something special for everyone on your list, without breaking the bank. Shop local. Support artists. Spread the holiday cheer! Stop by and find your favorites before they’re gone! Represented Artists: @sworksworks Karen Koykka O'Neal @lisa.schonberg William Brouillard @mark.yaz Sue Berry Larry Kasperek @lucybaileyart @clevelandrecycles Jerry Keller @kraynakscott @rachel_kabelitz @kristencliffelart @potteryby_kristina @nancyluken
✨Holiday Store History Post✨ HS has featured over ✨Holiday Store History Post✨ HS has featured over 580 local artists since 2002 From glass and printmaking to painting, book arts, and beyond, hundreds of artists have helped shape the Holiday Store over the years. Some returning again and again, others joining more recently, all contributing to a vibrant creative legacy. Our 2009 press release detailed the origin story saying, "the idea of a Holiday Store featuring local artists was dropped in a lunchtime conversation at Stone Oven Bakery in 2002. The next step was asking landlord Jon Forman if we could temporarily use an empty storefront for the store (Yes, you can!) Then we had a meeting, rounded up our husbands and friends, scraped the carpet off the floor, cleaned up and painted, contacted artists, and opened the doors. The artsy store began as a partnership among the Cedar Lee Merchant Association (Joan Costello), Future Heights (Sarah Wean and Lita Gonzalez), Fairfax Neighborhood Network (Elaine Mosbrook), Heights Arts (Sharon Grossman, Jan Kious, and Peggy Spaeth), with the cooperation of the City of Cleveland Heights (Nancy McLaughlin)." We’re grateful to every artist, organizer, and supporter who has been part of this journey. 💛 #HeightsArts #HolidayStore #LocalArtists #CreativeCommunity #ArtHistory #CommunityPowered
**Gifts Under $50** There's still plenty of time t **Gifts Under $50** There's still plenty of time to get your holiday shopping done. Get inspired by our unique options for gifts under $50 to find the perfect item for the special person in your life! Represented Artists: Cathy Pavia Sue Schieman @amiesell_sculpture @water.bear.clay.co @darbynwoods @clevelandrecycles Missy Perlic Betsy Fallon Aaron Mehl Leslie Greenhalgh @molflanj @MGFglass @troyneptuneart @APEmade Barbara Claas Jean Schnell @globalbambinikids Patti Austin Eileen Ewen
Close Encounters: From East to West Sunday, Februa Close Encounters: From East to West Sunday, February 8th, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm Dunham Tavern Buy Your Tickets: LINK IN BIO Join us for the debut of the Taplin Quartet as they take listeners on a rich musical journey spanning cultures and continents. This special concert is part of Close Encounters, Heights Arts’ signature Sunday afternoon chamber music series. The program blends familiar favorites with powerful contemporary and classical works, including Waltzing Matilda, Debussy’s beloved Clair de Lune, Lei Liang’s dramatic Gobi Gloria inspired by Mongolian music, and an elegant arrangement of the Chinese traditional song Jasmine. The afternoon culminates in Debussy’s masterful String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10. Performers: *Katherine Bormann, violin *Zhan Shu, violin *Gareth Zehngut, viola *Martha Baldwin, cello An immersive and expressive chamber music experience, perfect for a Sunday afternoon. Don’t miss it! #heightsarts #closeencounters #classicalmusic #music #clevelandheights
Cedar-Lee District Murals Update! The Heights Arts Cedar-Lee District Murals Update! The Heights Arts Public Art Project committee in collaboration with LAND studio held a meeting to begin narrowing down the artists who will be painting the murals. A big thank you to ARTFUL for hosting the meeting in Cleveland Heights!
SOLD!🔴 Congratulations to the new owner of "Glass SOLD!🔴 Congratulations to the new owner of "Glass and Citrus" by Steve Mockensturm. You too can find a one of a kind giftable work of fine art right here at Heights Arts. #heightsarts #localart #supportlocalart #clevelandheights #painting #sold
Celebrate the light of Hanukkah with beautiful han Celebrate the light of Hanukkah with beautiful handmade treasures! 🕎 This season, we’re spotlighting some incredible Jewish artists and their unique creations: 1. Antler Menorah Letterpress Card – Letter Press Jess A stunning blend of tradition and modern, this letterpress card features an elegant antler menorah that’s perfect for sending warm holiday wishes. 2. Pot Holder – Leslie Greenhalgh Bring festive charm into your kitchen! Leslie’s handcrafted pot holders add a cozy, colorful touch to all your Hanukkah cooking and baking. 3. Happy Hanukkah Card Pack – Pat Isenstadt Share the joy of the season with Pat’s beautifully designed card pack—ideal for spreading light, love, and messages of peace. 4. Watercolor Bookmark – Leah Gilbert Mark your place with a touch of art. Leah’s serene watercolor bookmark makes a thoughtful gift or a lovely personal treat for book lovers. #Hanukkah #ShopSmall #JewishArtists #HandmadeGifts #FestivalOfLights #heightsarts #clevelandheights #localartist
*STAFF PICKS* Heights Arts Staff Member Tina Picke *STAFF PICKS* Heights Arts Staff Member Tina Picked: Wine bag by Cleveland Recycles (@clevelandrecycles) Espresso Set by Amy Halko (@amyhalko) Ohio Coaster by Darbynwoods (@darbynwoods) Sculpture by Hollis Richardson (@richardson_gallery) Hand-made paper picture frame by Karen Koykka O'Neal
OPENING RECEPTION: Consider Fires, Spotlight: Jos OPENING RECEPTION: Consider Fires, Spotlight: Josh Chefitz Friday, January 16th, 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm @ Heights Arts RSVP LINK IN BIO FIRE: Destruction & Renewal Fire consumes, cleanses, and transforms. It is warmth and warning, creation and collapse. In this exhibition, we don’t fear fire—we invoke it. Artists explore the flames that shape us: the ones we tend, the ones we extinguish, and the ones beyond our control. Curated by Gina Washington @gg4art featuring works by Chester Hopkins-Bey, Tanya Kaiser @tanya, Kole Robinson Brooks, Yasmeen Kwan, Aja Joi Grant @joi_shoots , James Negron @fruitisgudd , Jeanetta Ho @jhosacct , Mario Tripp, Ellis Walker, Falon Walker, Mckinley Wiley, Lolita Wilson , and Leah Aki Wood. Spotlight Artist (Exhibition Two): Josh Chefitz @joshchefitzart . An award-winning, self-taught artist exploring memory and reconstruction through layered, reassembled works made from ink, gel, and paint pen on handmade paper.
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