MANSFIELD — Richland Academy of the Arts has welcomed four new music educators — Mickey Quimby, Megan Potter, Christian Watson and Robert Futrell — to its team of professional instructors. Each brings a unique set of talents and a shared commitment to inspiring and empowering students through music, the school said. Quimby is a seasoned […]
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Kenpo instructor Jason Farnsworth achieves 7th degree black belt
MANSFIELD – Jason Farnsworth Kenpo Martial Arts instructor at Richland Academy of the Arts earned his 7th-degree black belt under the guidance of Joe Doyle and Grandmaster Huk Planas. The promotion took place following an intensive seminar at Doyle’s studio in Mentor, where Planas has been teaching since 1999. Doyle set out to cover the entire […]
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Fuel your mind, move your body: Programs for older adults
According to research performed by the National Institute on Aging, older adults who participate in “music, theater, dance, creative writing and other participatory arts shows promise for improving quality of life and well-being, from better cognitive function, memory and self-esteem to reduced stress and increased social interaction.” Programming at Richland Academy of the Arts, sponsored […]
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Richland Academy of the Arts celebrates martial arts students advancing in rank
MANSFIELD — Richland Academy of the Arts proudly announces the achievements of its Kenpo Martial Arts students, who recently demonstrated their skills, discipline, and dedication by earning new belt ranks during testing completed this past week. These students have worked diligently to refine their techniques and embrace the values of martial arts, including perseverance, confidence, […]
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Richland Academy gifted $350,000 stock to support capital campaign
Richland Academy of the Arts was recently gifted stock — valued at $350,000 — in support of its $3.7 million Empower the Arts capital campaign.
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Richland Academy of the Arts welcomes new violin instructor
MANSFIELD – Faith Kaschube, an active musical performer, has participated in many ensembles with the Mansfield Youth Strings and the OMEA East Central Regional Orchestra. Kaschube is looking forward to joining the team at the Richland Academy of the Arts as a private violin instructor this fall semester. “I am excited to be giving back […]
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Richland Academy of the Arts offers free Speakeasy concert
MANSFIELD — Richland Academy of the Arts presents the area’s favorite “old-time” dance band, Stardust, is led by the Artistic Jazz Orchestra band leader, Paul Martin. The Stardust dance band consists of two saxophones, three trombones, piano, bass, drums, and a singer, and very authentically recreates the sounds of the bands from the swing era. The […]
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Richland Academy of the Arts launches campaign for building renovation
Richland Academy of the Arts is launching a public campaign to raise $3.7 million to renovate and modernize its downtown Mansfield buildings.
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Community collaboration fuels Mansfield City Parks annual ‘Summer Camp’ effort
MANSFIELD — Angel Singleton remembers a conversation she had years ago with Deanna West-Torrence, founder and CEO of the North End Community Improvement Collaborative. “Deanna told me about the food desert in this area and that kids and families needed help, especially during the summer when school is out,” said Singleton, the recreation coordinator for […]
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Ontario 9-year-old wins American Protege International Vocal event
ONTARIO — Stingel Elementary student Breckelle Miller is already a vocal star. The 9-year-old, who has also been tutored at Richland Academy of the Arts, won the American Protégé International Vocal Competition, 2024. As a result, she will sing “O Holy Night” in the Winners Recital at Carnegie Hall, one of the world’s grandest performance […]