Cenla Author's Club

Westside Regional Library

5416 Provine Pl. Alexandria, LA

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM

This month's speaker will be Ann Bausum, author of "White Lies; How The South Lost The Civil War, Then Rewrote The History," plus 17 other titles. This is a first for her to speak in Louisiana. Free to the public.

City Park Players presents: Rumors

Hearn Stage/Kress Theatre

1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

October 23rd-26th

Time: See "Tickets"

What do you get when you mix a fancy dinner party, a missing host, a gunshot, a double-helping of lies, and a whole lot of neuroses? A farce so fast-paced it’ll make your head spin faster than a politician caught in a lie!

When New York’s elite gather for an anniversary party, things go hilariously off the rails as the first guests arrive to find the host shot (but not dead!), the hostess missing, and absolutely no one willing to call the police. Instead, they do the only logical thing: cover it up—and badly.

Expect slamming doors, mistaken identities, and enough escalating chaos to make your family Thanksgiving look like a Zen retreat. Neil Simon’s "Rumors" is a high-octane comedy where the secrets are juicy, the lies are plentiful, and the truth doesn’t stand a chance. Advisory: Strong language, Adult themes. Directed by Jared Guillory.

Cenla Young Playwrights' Festival

LSUA's Empty Space Players

Richard Gwartney Theatre

8100 Hwy. 71 Alexandria, LA

October 24th & 25th

Time: 7:00 PM

This weekend! Introducing the CENLA Young Playwrights’ Festival at LSUA.

This event showcases the work of student playwrights from our community in a workshop setting. You’ll get to see these works-in-progress performed by LSUA students and engage in a guided Q&A session with the student playwrights and actors.

This free event will be held Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00pm in the Gwartney Theatre.

One Night of Queen by Gary Mullen & The Works

Arts Council of Central Louisiana

Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center

1202 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

Friday, November 21, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM

The Arts Council of Central Louisiana presents: One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works!

‘More than a likeness’ - Brian May, Queen

For over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert. Gary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards, Jon Halliwell on drums and Alan McGeoch on bass guitar will have you dancing in the aisles during their show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship, and music of arguably the greatest rock band of all time: Queen. In 2000, Gary Mullen won the Granada TV programme “Stars in Their Eyes” with his performance as Queen’s lead singer: Freddie Mercury. Mullen’s embodiment of Freddie Mercury resulted in him gaining 864,838 votes in the show’s Live Grand Final. The number of fans who voted for Mullen was more than double that of the runner-up, thus setting the all time record number of votes in the history of the programme. For over two decades, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to audiences around the world, playing more than 2,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries - performing and selling out many of the same venues that Queen have, all around the world. As of 2023, they are the most successful tribute band in France, playing to over 250,000 people!

They WILL ROCK YOU and are GURANTEED TO BLOW YOUR MIND! Don’t miss your chance to celebrate One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! The Show DOES go on!

Floor seats: $55 / ACCL Members $50 (+ fees)*

Mezzanine: $45 / ACCL Members $40 (+ fees)*

*Taxes included in processing fees.

The ACCL's Performing Arts Series is made possible by the following partners: City of Alexandria, GAEDA, Explore Alexandria/Pineville, WNTZ FOX 48, Vibe Outdoor Advertisements, National Endowment for the Arts & Louisiana Office of Cultural Development

A-Town Jazz

Arts Council of Central Louisiana

Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center Lobby

1202 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

Friday, December 12, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM

Join us for the return of our signature event: A-Town Jazz!

This year, you're in for an unforgettable evening featuring live jazz by New Orleans' own Tiffany Pollack, in the beautifully decorated lobby of the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center.

Enjoy the evening with a specially curated menu of heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar, as well as an opportunity to share the holiday spirit with fellow art lovers.

Title Sponsor: $3,500.00

Name listed as title sponsor in all marketing for the event. Premium reserved table placement for 8 guest. Complementary champagne and wine. 4 tickets to the next ACCL performance.

Gold Level: $1,500.00

Reserved table for 8 guests. Complementary wine. 2 tickets to the next ACCL performance. Name recognition in marketing for event.

Reserved Table: $500.00

Reserved table for 8 guests. Recognition at the event.

Single Ticket: $50.00

Single tickets are limited.

13th Annual Art in the Rafters - Blurred Lines: The Art of Camouflage

Avoyelles Arts Council

Bailey's on the Square

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM

Rafters goes camo at the 13th annual art in the rafters Thurs. Nov. 6th

Over 25 local artists!

Live art show where participants become the piece (non-profits and businesses still welcome to participate!!) Complimentary wine.

Complimentary jambalaya from Clark Rachal and CR processing #iykyk. Music by 977 the Cajun Kapb.

$25 admission includes a whole night out including the exhibit, complimentary wine and more plus your 1 year membership to the arts!

Thank you for supporting art in the rafters for 13 years!!! We wouldn’t be here without you!!! Need more info? Give us a call at (318) 240-3495 or (318) 264-9392

The Saratoga Collection: Poetry & Protest - Opening Reception

Alexandria Museum of Art

933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Friday, November 7, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM

The Alexandria Museum of Art presents the first public viewing of the Saratoga Collection. Donated to the museum by Marcel L. Wisznia and curated by Terrence Sanders-Smith, the Saratoga Collection was previously housed in the Saratoga Building located at 212 Loyola Ave in New Orleans and features works created by artists living and working in the city in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The works in the collection are reflective of contemporary trends in art of the time and show some insight into the significance of this historic disaster on the art and culture of the city of New Orleans.

Poetry and Protest will be on view in our Community Gallery. A showcase of works by local textile artist, Wendy Starn. $5.00 admission to the museum.

William Lee Martin

Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center

1202 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

Friday, November 7, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM

Get ready to laugh till your cheeks hurt! William Lee Martin delivers the kind of comedy that feels like hanging out with one of your funniest, most genuine friends. Raised in Texas, he performed under his lifelong nickname, "Cowboy Bill," for 20 years before returning to his real name in 2016. Every night, he takes real-life moments—marriage, parenting, and all the chaos in between—and turns them into hilarious, relatable stories.

With four hit comedy specials, including two currently streaming on Amazon Prime and a brand-new one on YouTube, William’s heartfelt humor and clever wit have won over fans across the country.

This year he’s hitting the road for his Funny Life Tour, an epic one-man show that proves life’s chaos is way funnier when you embrace it. Don’t miss the chance to see William live—it’s more than a comedy show; it’s a night you’ll be talking about for weeks! Life is funnier with William Lee Martin. Live. Laugh. Repeat.

Frank Foster

Paragon Casino Resort

711 Paragon Pl. Marksville, LA

Friday, November 7, 2025

Time: 8:00 PM

Don’t miss Louisiana native and “blue-collar country” favorite Frank Foster when he brings his unique blend of traditional country, Southern rock grit and outlaw country attitude to the Mári Showroom stage Friday, November 7. Get your tickets now! Must be 21 + to attend. Tickets starting at $30

WORKSHOPS, CLASSES, AUDITIONS, CAMPS & GRANTS

The MUSE: Figure Sculpture

Alexandria Museum of Art

933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

Teens will learn basic anatomy and practice figure sculpture techniques, during this workshop.

This event is FREE to teens between the ages or 13 and 19. The youngest participants must have turned 13 within a month of this event to participate. 

ARTIST & ART ORGS CALL! Blurred Lines: The Art of Camouflage-Live Art Exhibit

Avoyelles Arts Council

Registration now open!

Deadline: October 30, 2025

Calling all businesses, nonprofits, and creatives! Step into BLURRED LINES: The Art of Camouflage—a live art exhibit where you become the masterpiece. We’re recruiting participants to bring iconic works to life with painted faces, costumes, and a frame. Showcase your brand or mission as living art on stage. This will take place at Art In the Rafters!

How to join:

- Contact Allison Ravare-Augustine at (318) 264-9392

Event details: Thursday, November 6, 2025

- Blurred Lines “The ART of Camo” 13th Annual Art in the Rafters at Bailey's on the Square

- Doors 6:00 pm • Show 7:30pm

Pick a frame, channel a masterpiece, and let your imagination blur the lines. Tag a friend or team who should be in this! Be a part of the portrait parade!!

River Oaks Clay + Kiln Ceramics Workshop-November

River Oaks Square Arts Center

1330 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Registration now open for November!

November classes have been added to our website! This month we have added both Tuesday AND Thursday classes to accommodate our overflow of students! Be sure to sign up soon to secure your spot!

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.

TREE House Children's Museum : Weekly Activities

1403 3rd St. Alexandria, LA

All month long.

Click on the button below for the weekly schedule!

Treehouse Children’s Museum is a creative museum enriching the imagination of children through hands-on learning and exploratory play. We are a unique educational and cultural resource that represents the community’s interest and investment in engaging and educating our children. The museum provides playful learning experiences and environments where children (1-12 years), families, schools and community groups discover and explore their world through hands-on exhibits and interactive programs. Each week, new engaging activities are offered. Art, STEM, or just some holiday fun!

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!

CURRENT ART EXHIBITS

Autumn Fantasies-Frank Coco

Avoyelles Arts Council

Gallery On The Square

122 E. Mark St. Marksville, LA

Exhibition Dates: October 1st-Nov. 14th

COMING SOON - The Saratoga Collection

Alexandria Museum of Art

933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA

Exhibition Dates: November 1st-February 14th, 2026

ARTS COUNCIL UPDATES & JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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.

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.

Arts Council is currently accepting applications for Part-Time Coughlin-Saunders Front of House Staff



Do you love the performing arts and are looking for supplemental employment? The Arts Council is hiring!

The Arts Council of Central Louisiana is looking for a part-time Front of House staff member for the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center.

As the position is based on performances at the theater, applicants must be flexible and willing to work nights and weekends. Must be reliable and responsible with a hospitality attitude.

Please send work history with three references to Info@louisiana-arts.org No walk-ins or phone calls please.