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After an investigation discovered that the CMA's "Marcus Aurelius" statue was illegally smuggled out of Turkey, the CMA agreed to give the statue over to Turkey—but the statue has one more display in the CMA rotunda until July 8.

“Marcus Aurelius” statue returns to the CMA for one last exhibition

Elie Aoun, Director of Print April 25, 2025

Visitors to the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) will notice a familiar face—or lack thereof—in the rotunda: The 6-foot-4-inch statue thought to depict the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. Once standing...

PTG's production of "Melancholy Play" this past weekend portrayed themes of love, friendship and compassion, which were reflected in the skills of the actors and director Ave Tallarida.

PTG’s “Melancholy Play” is a treat, like an almond

Kethan Srinivasan, Social Media Content Creator February 21, 2025

On Feb. 13-15 in Eldred Hall, six students from Players’ Theatre Group (PTG) came together to rationalize the concept of melancholy. “Melancholy Play” is an hour and fifteen minute-long production...

The Cleveland Museum of Art's showcase of the "Temples and Worship in South Asia" exhibit featured 13 photographs and six paintings, with each of the paintings, such as the shrine of the six-armed Goddess Devi, focusing on the importance of Hindu rituals.

The CMA’s “Temples and Worship in South Asia” reveals a spiritual evolution

Esha Bagora, Social Media Editor February 21, 2025

The Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) presents a fascinating exploration of Hindu sacred spaces through a carefully curated selection of artwork spanning different mediums and centuries, titled “Temples...

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Beyond the canvas: Picasso’s process on display

Rithika Karthikeyan, Staff Writer February 7, 2025

For over a century, Pablo Picasso’s name has been synonymous with artistic revolution. For just $11, students can immerse themselves in his world at the Cleveland Museum of Art. The exhibit, open until...

The "Panel from a Head Covering (‘Ajar)" was made in North Africa as part of a Tunisian woman's head covering. Its khamsah patterns are designed to ward off evil in Judaism and Islam.

Handcrafted histories: Art from the Maghreb

Rithika Karthikeyan, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

Currently on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art (CMA) is “Arts of the Maghreb,” a stunning exhibit featuring textiles and jewelry from North Africa. Showcasing pieces from Morocco, Tunisia and...

The CMA exhibit "Demons, Ghosts, and Goblins in Chinese Art" featured Daoist, Confucian and Buddhist artwork, including this Tomb Guardian. Made in the early 700s, its multicolored glaze shows the deceased individual's high social status.

“Demons, Ghosts and Goblins in Chinese Art” at the CMA

Rithika Karthikeyan, Contributing Writer January 24, 2025

This past September, the Cleveland Museum of Art unveiled “Demons, Ghosts and Goblins in Chinese Art,” a new exhibit featuring 20 Chinese artworks depicting monsters and other supernatural creatures....

"Birth of the Buddha" is one of several religious pieces in "Creation, Birth, and Rebirth." Dating back to the ninth century, this black chlorite statue depicts the Buddha's mother reaching for a tree branch.

“Creation, Birth, and Rebirth” at the CMA is a look at myths across the world

Kennedy Wolf, Staff Writer November 7, 2024

This past August, the Cleveland Museum of Art debuted a new installation titled “Creation, Birth, and Rebirth.” This exhibit examines different cultures’ artistic interpretations of their respective...

The CWRU Department of Theater's recent production of "Silent Sky" highlighted the feminist struggles of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt throughout her career in the early 20th century.

Take a trip through the stars with “Silent Sky”

Kennedy Smith, Staff Writer October 11, 2024

This past weekend, the Case Western Reserve University Department of Theater presented “Silent Sky,” a production depicting the life and research of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt. It was directed by...

“Fairy Tales and Fables: Illustration and Storytelling in Art” at the CMA brushes with whimsy

Kennedy Wolf, Contributing Writer September 13, 2024

I genuinely think that everyone needs more whimsy in their life. I consistently try to live in such a way that exudes whimsy. My socks? Always colorful. My computer? Covered in glitter stickers. And if...

CWRU Flea Market showcases quality student and community-based retailers

CWRU Flea Market showcases quality student and community-based retailers

Kate Gordon, Life Editor September 13, 2024

This past Saturday, CWRU Flea Market hosted their first flea of the 2024-2025 school year. Taking over Thwing Atrium, part of KSL Oval and, for the first time, Thwing Ballroom, this was the largest flea...

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