The Big Fresno Fair is more than carnival rides and deep-fried food. There’s so much to do and see. If you haven’t made it out to the fairgrounds yet this year, don’t worry—you still have time. The fair runs through Sunday, Oct. 15. Here are six things you don't want to miss before the fair ends. 1. Big (and Small) Entertainment The Paul Paul Theater is the go-to place for big-name … [Read more...]
There’s More Than Art to Experience at ArtHop
A while back I wrote a beginner's guide to ArtHop and I focused on venues to view local art and meet artists. However, I've realized lately there's more to ArtHop than the art. ArtHop has become (or has been for awhile) an interactive, all-encompassing experience. It's not just wine and works of art anymore (which in itself is worth going out on the town for). There's music, dancing, workshops, … [Read more...]
The Munro Review Keeps Arts Coverage Alive in Fresno
When Donald Munro revealed last week he was leaving The Fresno Bee, the arts community let out a collective shocked gasp. Who was going to keep Fresnans informed about theater, opera, and art performances in the area? Was this it for arts coverage, and — worse — local arts itself? Turns out: nope. Yesterday, Munro announced The Munro Review, his new blog dedicated to "connecting, sharing and … [Read more...]
FresYes People – From Performer to Producer: Rogue’s Jonathon Hogan
What's your idea of pillow talk? Without going into too much detail, it's probably a playful back-and-forth that includes key words like "sexy" and "baby." But, does it ever involve breathy whispers about producing a fringe arts festival? Or discussion of artists' general aversion to prompt e-mail communication or a fundraising brainstorming session? Probably not. That is, unless you're the … [Read more...]