Matt Vee & the Killer Vees: A Celebration of the Music of Neil Diamond

Arts Council of Central Louisiana

Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center

1202 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

Friday, October 4, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM

Join the Arts Council of Central Louisiana as we present – I Am…He Said: A Celebration of Neil Diamond with Matt Vee & the Killer Vees. Friday, October 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Dont miss Matt Vee, singer, guitarist, songwriter, recording artist & nephew of legendary 60s pop-star Bobby Vee. Matt along with cousins Jeff and Tommy Vee, join forces with their family and friends as The Killer Vees to celebrate the music from the timeless catalog of Neil Diamond!

Tickets are $35 for Adults, $30 for Arts Council Members/Seniors 65+/Military, & $15 for Students under 18.

Grab your seat now at louisiana-arts.org or call 318-484-4474

Art Council's Independent Film Series: Small Town Universe

Hearn Stage at Kress Theatre

1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Time: 7:00 PM

Join the Arts Council for our 2nd film in the Independent Film Series for 24-25!

Thursday, October 10th at 7PM at the Kress Theatre in Downtown Alexandria. Tickets: $10, free for students. Tickets at the door.

Small Town Universe paints an intimate and captivating portrait of life in Green Bank, West Virginia, home to the world’s most sensitive radio telescope and the only U.S. town where Wi-Fi and cell phones are banned. In this uniquely radio-quiet community, scientists use the telescope to search for signs of extraterrestrial intelligence and advance the field of radio astronomy while residents navigate through pivotal moments of existence, forming deep connections with the universe, science, and one another.

Meet the Emmy-Award nominated filmmaker, Katie Dellamaggiore, for a Q&A after the screening.

Southern Circuit screenings are funded in part by a grant from South Arts, a regional arts organization, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information about Southern Circuit please visit www.southarts.org/southerncircuit.

Calling All Artists, Crafters & Creators! Fall ArtWalk Registration is now open!

Arts Coucnil of Central Louisiana

Vendor Deadline: October 11, 2024

Fall ArtWalk Event Date: Friday, October 18, 2024

Time: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM

Join the Arts Council of Central Louisiana for our annual Fall ArtWalk! The streets of Downtown Alexandria come alive as local artists demonstrate and sell their works of art!

This family-friendly event will be held Friday, October 18th from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM in the Downtown Cultural Arts District, at 3rd St. & Murray.

Fall ArtWalk features artists and craft vendors offering handmade jewelry, original paintings, sculpture, pottery, children’s clothing, natural bath products, home décor, and more! Food vendors will also be on hand with a variety of delicious options & our community stage will feature local talent!

Are you an artists, crafter or creator? Don’t miss your chance to be part of this community event.

Art vendor fee is $35. Food vendor fee is $50

Click Tickets to register or visit us online at Louisiana-arts.org or e-mail info@louisiana-arts.org.

*Please note that all ArtWalk vendor items MUST be hand crafted, original works created by the artist/crafter. No dealers, commercially acquired or appropriated items will be accepted.

All mediums are accepted such as, but not limited to painting, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, written word, handcrafted original bath products, etc.

Once your application is submitted, vendors will be subject to approval based on the above criteria only.

*Want to perform on our community stage? Email Amanda at amanda@louisiana-arts.org

Cenla Author's Club Meeting

Westside Regional Library

5416 Provine Pl. Alexandria, LA

Thursday, September 26, 2024

Time: 6:30 PM

Author of 11 published books with three more in the works, Tom Aswell is this month's featured speaker. Cost: Free

Lagniappe Theatre presents: Annie-The Musical

Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center

1202 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

Thursday, Sept. 26th-Sunday, Sept. 29th

Time: See "Tickets"

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

City Park Players presents: Terms of Endearment

Hearn Stage at Kress Theatre

1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

September 26th-Oct. 6th, 2024

Time: See "Tickets

"Terms of Endearment" by Dan Gordon

Challenges in life and love test the resilience of a mother-daughter relationship in "Terms of Endearment".

Though Emma is often exasperated by her highly-opinionated mother, Aurora, they talk every day about their problems, from Aurora finding unexpected love even as she becomes a reluctant grandmother, to Emma’s struggle in her troubled marriage. But when they need one another most, will they be able to find courage in each other?

This funny and touching story captures the delicate, sometimes fractured bonds between mothers and daughters, husbands and wives, and lovers, both old and new. Directed by Jill Dupont.

Tickets:

Thursday: $5

General : $15

Senior (>60) & Military : $12

Students : $7

Advance tickets highly recommended

AMoA Concert Series presents: Deidre McCalla

Alexandria Museum of Art

933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Time: 6:30 PM

Join us for an evening of folk music at the Alexandria Museum of Art! This will be an outdoor concert, weather permitting. If there is inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors into theater style seating. Add optional individual Charcuterie Boxes to your order for a concert treat! Water provided, other beverages permitted.

Cost: $20

Tables of 2, 4, and 6 available.

Cenla Songwriters Circle

Fighting Hand Brewing Co.

1600 Military Hwy. Pineville, LA

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Time: 6:00 PM

The Cenla Songwriters Circle is a welcoming, supportive environment for songwriters at all levels, from aspiring to professional. All genres are welcome. No pressure, no judgment, no egos.

What to expect: The songwriters gathered for the evening will be playing their original compositions, each taking a turn, one song at a time, and continuing around the Circle until our time runs out. Rather than a performance, this is an opportunity for songwriters to share their songs, tell the stories behind the songs, discuss songwriting techniques, network with other songwriters, and learn about upcoming opportunities at songwriter festivals and other songwriter events. No amps are provided. You may bring one if you’d like, but the volume will be kept to the level of the other instruments in the Circle. If you would like to bring a keyboard, that’s fine also.

Please note that the CenLa Songwriters Circle is for original music only, no covers allowed. This meeting is held on the first Wednesday of every month!

Red River Chorale presents: Convergence

St. James Episcopal Church

1620 Murray St. Alexandria, LA

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM

We begin our season with a collection of varied styles to inspire and speak to a modern choral audience. From timeless historical works to new and novel compositions, our program resonates with all generations.

WORKSHOPS, CLASSES, AUDITIONS, CAMPS & GRANTS

Community Luminary Workshop

Alexandria Museum of Art

933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Thursday, September 26, 2024

Time: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Bring the kids and make an illuminated crow for our upcoming Art Walk Procession!

Workshop: Wheel Throwing

River Oaks Square Arts Center

1330 Main St. Alexandria, LA

September 12th-26th

Time: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM

Three 2-hour sessions of wheel throwing and glazing.  Participation includes creation and glazing of one finished piece.

We will provide clay, glaze, tools, and aprons.

Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, and bring a towel too.

Cost: $120 per participant.

CALL FOR MUSICIANS: A-Town Jazz Cabaret Style Fundraiser Event

Arts Council of Central Louisiana

Deadline: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 5:00 PM

Friday, December 13th, 2024 the Arts Council of Central Louisiana is hosting A-Town Jazz, a cabaret styled night full of music, food, drinks, a silent auction, fundraising, and fun! We are inviting a jazz trio or quartet to play at the ticketed event for our patrons to enjoy. Musicians will be compensated and lodging can be provided. The event will take place in Alexandria, LA at a time and venue to be determined. Interested musicians are encouraged to apply via email by October 1st, 2024.

2024 Creativity Launch Pad Classes

Alexandria Museum of Art

933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Launch Pad classes are for ANY and ALL skill levels seeking a fun, relaxed and creative environment in which to learn something new or work on your own. They offer an opportunity to experience different mediums as an introduction, that could provide a gateway to independent making.

All materials are provided. Mindfulness classes are perfect for clearing your creative roadblocks and finding your artistic voice.

For Beginners - a great way to test the medium and see what you like.

For Intermediates - great for constructive critique.

For Advanced students - work at your own pace.

Classes meet on the first Tuesday of every month, 5:30-7:00 in the AMoA classroom.

$10 for AMoA Members ~ $20 per class for non-members

You must be 21 to attend this class.

October 1 - Mindfulness

November 5 - Acrylics

December 3 - Watercolor

Sunflower Van Geaux Art

6501 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA

New painting classes each weekend! Click below for schedule.

Public painting event!! Come paint with the artists at Sunflower Van Geaux ART! Bring drinks and food to snack on while you paint.

When entering the location, Sunflower Van Geaux Art is on the right side of the building facing Walker BMW dealership, through the door with the light blue bench and sunflower next to it.

Walk-ins are welcomed, but if you would like to reserve your spot, please go to the website’s Contact page at www.SunflowerVanGeaux.com to sign up, or you can call, text, or message me to let me know you’re coming and what size canvas you are wanting.

Seating is limited.

The Rapides Parish Library: Events!

The Rapides Parish Library

Various Branch Locations

Click below to be up-to-date with all the creative events the Rapides Parish Library has to offer!

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REGION 6's ARTIST DIRECTORY!

ARTISTS, ARTISANS, PERFORMERS + MAKERS, ART ORGANIZATIONS, WRITERS, MUSICIANS...

Have you had the chance to check out our online artist directory?? We would love to have you be a part of this ever growing artist community! This digital tool will help support and elevate local artists, musicians, performers, writers, arts organizations and the people who create and sustain our Region's incomparable culture. Sign up is easy and ONLY takes a few minutes.

Hit the button below to take you to our page!

AMoA's 37th Sept. Competition Exhibit

Alexandria Museum of Art

933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Exhibition dates: July 2nd-Sept. 28th

Our 37th juried exhibition will be selected from national and international submissions by guest juror David Butler, Director of the Knoxville Museum of Art for the past 17 years. The exhibition highlights contemporary art practices in all media. Additionally, the September Competition connects the museum with artists who excel in their field and media.

Exhibition ft. Saunders, Blair & Mboungou

River Oaks Square Arts Center

1330 Main St. Alexandria, LA

Exhibition dates: August 29th-October 12th

An exhibition featuring Lynn Sanders, Cindy Cooper Blair, and Nicolas Mboungou will be on display in River Oaks August 29 - October 12, 2024.

The opening reception will be August 29, 2024 at 5 pm. Free.

"The Girl & The Shape and other recent objects" by Paul L. Nettles

Gallery ONe Eleven

111 3rd St. Leesville, LA

Exhibit Dates: Sept. 7th-Oct. 12th

GALLERY ONE EIIIEVEN in Leesville will open their Fall/Winter season with an exhibition by Paul J. Nettles of Alexandria. Paul produces photos, oil paintings, and found-object sculptures “as a means of coping in a world that seems determined to drive itself to destruction by the fastest means available.” His nature causes him to be aggressively, obsessively pushed to create as fast and as much as possible. By working with detritus, reclaimed materials, and antique film equipment (eschewing digital shortcuts), he forces himself to work within rigorously self-imposed frameworks. These intentional barricades force him to move carefully, to think about every step of the process, and how the outcome will appear long before he cuts the pieces for a box, or works with simple, restrictive camera bodies and lenses. In this way he can put far more care into how an object is recorded or built to make the most of the limited materials while staying true to his gut instincts.

The Girl & The Shape series in this exhibit combines a childhood place and its attendant pleasures, discord, and anxiety with obsessional behavior patterns. The familiarity of the space allowed for external exploration of a part of himself that has long shaped Nettles as a person, utilizing both a found object and, rare in his work, a human subject. In the Found Object Sculptures, items that Paul has collected over the decades are all part of a system of pattern seeking, repetition of movement or visual stimuli channeled into the work itself.

Paul has frequently been juried into the Alexandria Museum of Art’s September Competition, has appeared in the Tom Peyton Memorial Art Festival, and River Oaks 5x5x5 Competitions on multiple occasions. He currently works at the Alexandria Veteran’s Administration Medical Center as a Tai Chi instructor and serves as the operator of the AMoA’s Iris M. Rayford Museum Store. Paul’s exhibit will be at GALLERY ONE EIIIEVEN in Leesville from September 7 – October 12, Thursday through Saturday.

ARTS COUNCIL UPDATES & JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Arts Council Update!



The Arts Council of Central Louisiana (ACCL) is pleased to announce that we were awarded a 2023 Emergency Planning Grant of $5,000.00 to support our emergency planning efforts by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH). With these funds, the ACCL was able to prepare for emergencies and natural disasters by providing first aid and disaster response training for our staff, as well as create an Emergency Pocket Plan and an Employee Emergency Handbook that list procedures to follow in the event of an emergency or accident.

Our new Emergency Pocket Plan and Employee Emergency Handbook will ensure that the ACCL will be able to continue its mission to support the Arts Organizations throughout Region 6 and mitigate any damage incurred to organization assets or personnel in the event of an emergency or natural disaster. The first aid training will prove to be incredibly useful for our facilities as we bring in professional touring productions and a wide variety of local performers and organizations to our venues regularly throughout the year. The grant funds allowed us to assemble fully stocked trauma bags to ensure that our staff can provide first aid to performers and guests in the event of an emergency or accident. We are grateful to be able to provide the reassurance and peace of mind these new skills and techniques allow for to all our partners and staff.

Funding for this emergency plan has been provided by the State of Louisiana and administered by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH).

The views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this document do not necessarily represent those of either the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities or the State of Louisiana.

Arts Council is currently accepting applications for Assistant Technical Director



The Arts Council of Central Louisiana is seeking a fulltime Assistant Technical Director. Duties include providing technical services for two performing arts venues in downtown Alexandria, assisting the Technical Director with all functions of staging. This includes supervising and running additional crew for setup and load out as needed and functioning as audio/lighting engineer for specific events. Additionally, filling various stagehand roles for technical services events as needed. Experience preferred as technical knowledge is very experienced based. Must have: understanding of basic set-up, operations, and maintenance of lights, sound, video and rigging systems, possess the ability to work effectively with staff, administrators, students and touring performers and crew, have experience in basic computer programs and the ability to keep a professional attitude at all times, ability to lift up to 70lbs., climb ladders, work on catwalks and on grid 60 ft. above stage. Work incorporates flex time to accommodate nights and weekends. Please send resume, cover letter and references as attachments to info@louisiana-arts.org. No walk-ins or phone calls please.

Arts Council is currently accepting applications for Full-Time Custodian

The Arts Council of Central Louisiana (ACCL) is currently seeking the qualified candidate to fill our full-time custodian position. Responsibilities include cleaning and maintenance of (2) Performing Arts Venues as well as classroom and office space in (2) buildings separated by one block in Downtown Alexandria Louisiana.

Regular hours are 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday with a one hour lunch break. The position requires the ability to work flexible hours to accommodate event/performance schedules that will involve weekends. Please send resume, cover letter and references as attachments to info@louisiana-arts.org. No walk-ins or phone calls please.