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PLAYGROUND DETROIT OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY GUIDE TO MOVEMENT FESTIVAL 2016 WEEKEND

It’s that time of year again. It is the time for all music lovers, fanatics and die-hard worshipers to unite from across the globe and retreat to Detroit- the mecca of electronic music, which culminates yearly as Movement Electronic Music Festival. This year is one like no other: the festival is celebrating its 10-Year Anniversary. […]

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PLAYGROUND DETROIT OFFICIAL GUIDE TO MOVEMENT MUSIC FESTIVAL 2016 LINE-UP

This year Movement Music Festival celebrates its 10-Year Anniversary! Where do you even start to create a Memorial Day weekend game plan when all of the world’s greatest electronic musicians are in Detroit for three days that are literally packed full of heart-pumping, feet-stomping madness? Right here. PLAYGROUND DETROIT has curated our annual checklist of […]

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PLAYGROUND DETROIT PRESENTS STRENGTHENING ARTS INFRASTRUCTURE EVENT AT DETROIT STARTUP WEEK

PLAYGROUND DETROIT is proud to be participate in Detroit Startup Week with a panel discussion from leaders in the arts community on “Strengthening Arts Infrastructure in Detroit.” This discussion allows key members of the creative startup community to discuss challenges, various strategies and current needs to strengthen and empower the talent in art + design […]

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ANCIENT LANGUAGE RELEASES EVERYBODY FORGIVES EVERYONE FOR EVERYTHING ALBUM WITH PARTY AT MARBLE BAR

When most people think of Ancient language, they consider the Greek Alphabet, Hebrew, Sanskrit, or the renowned hieroglyphs of Egypt. But ask around Detroit and you may get a different answer. Ancient Language is a Detroit-based music duo comprised of producer, musician, writer and artist Christopher Jarvis and his bass-playing brother, Zach Jarvis. Together they combine their […]

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GRAFFITI WANTED: A PUBLIC ART PROJECT IN DETROIT FROM ARTIST ELEANOR OAKES

Graffiti Wanted: A Public Art Project in Detroit April 11 – June 3, 2016 849 Henry Street, Detroit 24 hours a day/7 days a week Ponyride Detroit is pleased to announce Graffiti Wanted, organized by Applebaum Emerging Artist Resident Eleanor Oakes.  Graffiti Wanted is an invitation to the public to paint graffiti on the wall at 849 Henry […]

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PLAYGROUND DETROIT PRESENTS KATAI WITH “MOKSHA” FILM SCREENING & EXHIBITION

“Katai captures what can be called ‘contemporary counter-culture’ seen through the use of subtle color, imagination, and intent. Heavily inspired by ancient eastern spirituality he addresses modern day concerns with the use of photography, cinematography, and digital manipulation. Katai explores concepts such as identity, propaganda, and meditation with a reactionary method of creation, resulting in […]

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GO SEE: GOSH PITH PERFORMS AT CAKE SHOP IN NYC TO CELEBRATE GOLD CHAIN EP RELEASE

Detroit duo GOSH PITH have recently kicked off their Gold Chain tour to celebrate the release of their new EP and will be hitting NYC’s Cake Shop this Friday, March 4th. You don’t want to miss your chance on some of the best music coming out of Detroit right now. Kick yourself later or get […]

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CALL FOR ART: MATRIX HUMAN SERVICES NEEDS ART DONATIONS FOR OFF THE STREETS HOMELESS YOUTH PROGRAM

Matrix Human Services is a 501(c) 3 organization that has served the Detroit community and surrounding areas for more than 108 years with programs at more than 40 locations. It is their mission at Matrix to work towards ending poverty and creating opportunities for the people that they serve to grow and sufficiently sustain their […]

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GO SEE: CRANBROOK ART MUSEUM & THE DETROIT BLUESTOCKINGS CREW SALON HOSTED BY SAMANTHA BANKS SCHEFMAN & AUGUSTA MORRISON AT THE PLAYGROUND

The Detroit Bluestockings Crew along with Cranbrook Art Museum will be hosted by Samantha Banks Schefman, Co-Founder & Co-Director of Playground Detroit with guest Augusta Rose Morrison, Education Associate (MOCAD), musician, and member of the Seraphine Collective on February 18th. This unique evening of conversation and performance will focus on Feminism’s place in the art world; and […]

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APPLY NOW: CONCEPT56 + JAGERMEISTER IS SEEKING CREATIVES FOR DETROIT CAMPAIGN OF A LIFETIME

Detroit-based creatives are invited to apply for Jägermeister’s Concept56 campaign beginning today until January 30th. Originally launched in Amsterdam, Concept56 is coming to America for the first time and has selected Detroit as its first stop. Concept56 puts together a team of 5 talented creatives, aged 21 and up, to go through a process of […]

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COLLEGE FOR CREATIVE STUDIES’ CENTER GALLERIES ANNOUNCES “DOUBLY SO,” FT MOLLY SODA, DESSISLAVA TERZIEVA & MORE

The exhibition Doubly So, curated by Deputy Director of PLAYGROUND DETROIT, Samantha Banks Schefman for Center Galleries at the College for Creative Studies is focused on duality of persona and perspective, and its relation to the ontology of digital media. The show, which opens March 18th, features photography, video, and sculpture. Artists working with virtual reality are creating […]

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THE OFFICIAL PLAYGROUND DETROIT PARTY GUIDE: NEW YEARS EVE 2016

As the surprisingly mild days of December wind down, it is becoming apparent that the end of the year is upon us. Detroit will soon find itself perfectly wedged between the past and the future as a rare night will be afforded to reflect upon 2015, to set a vision for 2016 and most importantly… […]

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