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The American Jazz Experience

May 4, 2012 @ 4:00 p.m. in Meiling Hall 112
Attendees went to Meiling Hall 112 for the American Jazz Experience. Jazz history and jazz enthusiast to the seasoned jazz veteren, this Friday afternoon performance jazzed-up the beginning of the weekend. Light refreshments were served at this event. This event was sponsored by the OSU College of Medicine, the OSU College of Medicine Alumni Society and Music in Meiling.

Art, the New Rx

April 26, 2012 from 12:00 - 1:00p.m. in Graves Hall 1120

A workshop about children, art, illness and healing with Debra Bachelder, Artist in Residence, Nationwide Children's Hospital. If your chosen medical specialty offers medical care to children, this is the workshop that opened your eyes to the visual arts possibilities waiting for you, your patients and their families. Debra Bachelder offered an overview of the Artist in Residence concept and now you will be ready to create your own art project during this interactive and hands on workshop.


Annual College of Medicine Art Show

March 6-8, 2012; 8-5 p.m. daily; Meiling Hall Lobby
The Annual College of Medicine Art Show is designed to celebrate the artistic talents of the students, residents, faculty and staff that call the College of Medicine their home. Meiling Hall held a variety of artworks and a People's Choice award was given. This event was sponsored by The OSU College of Medicine, OSU College of Medicine Alumni Society, Ether Arts, the student section of Humanism in Medicine and the Medicine and the Arts Board.

Hospital Poets Series Featuring Anna Soter, PhD

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012 from 12:00 - 1:30p.m., The Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center

Anna Soter read poetry selections from her own works as well as other poets. She has given readings in Columbus, published poems in "The Short North Gazette, The Peripatetic Poets Chapbook Series and elsewhere, including in the anthology, Cap City Poets. She currently facilitates a monthly writing class for cancer survivors and their caregivers for JamesCare for Life.








DewDroppers Ragtime Band Wednesday, January 25, 2012

12:00-1:00 p.m.

Room 160, Meiling Hall

Attendees met in Meiling Hall for a noon-hour lunch break featuring the DewDroppers and their ragtime band music.

It is January in Columbus, Ohio, and we need something to chase away the dreary days of winter. What better way to do that than listening to the DewDroppers?! Attendees enjoyedthe DewDroppers ragtime band music and a little musical sunshine! New Orleans style desserts and some Mardi Gras beads were provided for those who attended.

This was a free event, open to all. Call or eMail Karla.Vick@osumc.edu at (614) 292-0018 with any questions.  Sponsored by the OSU College of Medicine and the OSU College of Medicine Alumni Society.


Columbus Children's Theater: Goldilocks and the Three Bears

December 1, 2011, 4-5 p.m., 160 Meiling Hall
Adapted by William Goldsmith and featured the Professional Touring Company.
Take a classic fairy tale, give it a burst of energy, and then add a lot of audience participation and attendees were in for a hilarious time with CCT's own version of the story of Goldilocks. The performance was set to allow attendees time to pick up their children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends to allow them to attend. The event was free and open to all.

Dance Medicine: Featuring BalletMet and OSU Sports Medicine

November 17, 2011, 2-3p.m., 160 Meiling Hall
Whether in class or on stage, dancers push the limits of their flexibility, strength and endurance to create their art. Attendees joined the BalletMet Academy pre-professional dancers, OSU Sports Medicine and the members of the Performing Arts Medicine Team for a special event. This demonstration featured ballet choreography and the collaboration between OSU Sports Medicine and BalletMet.


Arts Fair

Monday, October 3, 2011, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Ross Heart Hospital Auditorium

Provided as a service to the OSU Medical Center Community, members of the Central Arts community provided attendees with information about their organizations and answered questions about their upcoming season. Some organizations offered a chance to win event tickets. The Arts Fair Represented approximately 20 Organizations.




Thurber Players Return!

Thursday, September 22, 2011, 4 p.m., 160 Meiling Hall

Featured the work of James Thurber, the highly acclaimed American humorist, the Thurber Players carried attendees into the humorous world of James Thurber with all of its unexpected and entertaining surprises. Back by popular demand, the Thurber Players returned to the OSU campus with new Thurber presentations. Thurber House, located in Columbus, Ohio, sponsors the Thurber Players. Their entertainments are focused on keeping alive the books, cartoons, essays, short stories, fables and children's stories of James Thurber. The Thurber Players first appeared as a part of the Medicine and the Arts series in September of 2010.


Hospital Poets Returns

Thursday, September 15, 2011, 2:00pm, Room 518a
The James Cancel Hospital
300 West 10th Avenue

Featuring Beloved Columbus Poet, Mimi Brodsky Chenfeld, known for her creative approach to education and her passion for integrating the arts into every aspect of her teaching and her life.

The Hospital Poets Series was created by Anna Soter, PhD, Professor, College
of Education and Human Ecology. This series is made possible through a collaboration with the OSU College of Medicine and its Alumni Society, JamesCare for Life, the OSU College of Medicine's Writer's Group and Medicine and the Arts.


Johnny and the Revelators

July 22, 2001, 3-6 PM, Meiling Plaza

Join us for a Rock and Roll experience that benefits the fight against cancer through the band's support of the James. Our own Dr. Doug Danforth will bring his popular band to the Medicine and the Arts series of events on July 22nd.

Want to know more about Johnny and the Revelators?

Go to www.johnnyandtherevelators.org



Hospital Poet Series Event

June 16, 2011, 2-3 p.m. at James Cancer Hospital, Room 518a

Presented by JamesCare for Life. Listening to poetry can be an effective way to reduce stress, provide inspiration and promote healing. Attendees welcomed Fred Andrle, a poet, playwright and associate professor at The Ohio State University Humanities Institute. His current poetry collection titled, "Love Life," (XOXOX Press) was featured in the anthology "Prayers to Protest: Poems that Center and Bless Us" (Pudding House Press)



The Columbus Children's Theater

Tuesday, April 19, 2011
The Columbus Children's Theater presented The Three Little Pigs. Children and adults of all ages will enjoy Salty Bacon Pig, Porkella Chop Pig, Hamuel Bone Pig, and even The Wolf, in their grand adventure.

http://colschildrenstheatre.org


 

sketch by number valentineSketch By Number

Monday, February 14, 2011
Valentine's Day Show Spectacular. The SBN players brought lots of fun to a Halloween Medicine and the Arts presentation. Zany, unpredictable and tons of fun, the SBN crew returned for Valentine's Day, back by popular demand.
http://www.sketchbynumber.org


 

Shen Yun

Shen Yun

February 3, 2011
In early February 2011, Dr. Sunny Lu presented an extraordinary introduction to the performing arts group, Shen Yun. Based on ancient Chinese music and dance, Dr. Lu traced the history of this amazing performance and showed clips of the program as it made appearances around the globe.
http://www.shenyunperformingarts.org/


 

Culinary ArtsCulinary Arts from Pistacia Vera

December 8, 2010
A Culinary Arts Special Event: Chef Spencer Budros and his father James Budros created a 'dessert boutique' for their Medical Center audience in December 2010. Pistacia Vera patisserie owners Chef Budros and Anne Fletcher complimented their Medicine and the Arts presentation with dessert creations for all who attended. The event was a highlight of the holidays.


 

sketch by number OctoberSketch By Number

October 27, 2010
The SBN players brought lots of fun to a Halloween Medicine and the Arts presentation. Zany, unpredictable and tons of fun, the SBN crew returned for Valentine's Day, back by popular demand.
http://www.sketchbynumber.org/


 

Thurber playersRemembering Thurber

September 23, 2010
Presented by the Thurber Chamber Theater
The talented troupe of players from Columbus' own Thurber House came to the Medical Center in September 2010 to entertain us with readings from James Thurber. Thurber is known for his distinctively funny cartoons and short stories, which the players brought to life. We hope to bring the players back for an encore in 2011.

www.thurberhouse.org


 

shipwreckedShipwrecked!

July 29, 2010
A Whistling in the Dark Theatre Co production
The Whispering in the Dark Theatre brought a magical staging of this fascinating play to the Ross Heart Hospital Auditorium in July 2010. The strong performances of the players as they created a wonderful fantasy world were the perfect interlude in a busy day.

www.whistlingtheatre.com


Thurber House Picnic

June 30, 2010

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Robert PostAn Evening With Robert Post

May 14, 2010
Robert Post kicked off our Medicine and the Arts series in May 2010. His wonderful brand of comedy was a great way to begin our collaboration with artists in Ohio. His performance was beautifully constructed and fantastically performed.

www.robertpost.org





California Dreamin': Wine Tasting

April 28, 2010

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Franklin Park Conservatory: Cocktails at the Conservatory

March 25, 2010

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