January 16th-22nd, 2025
Art Culture Events in Cenla!
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Play On Theatre presents: The Diary of Anne Frank
The Richard Gwartney Black Box at LSUA
8100 Hwy. 71. Alexandria, LA
January 16th-19th, 2025
Time: See "Tickets"
“In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.” – Anne Frank
Join Play On Theatre January 16-19th for our heartfelt production of The Diary of Anne Frank. Through her words and story, we honor resilience, courage, and hope. Performance Dates: January 16-19th at the Richard Gwartney Black Box Theatre at LSUA.
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The Drifters w/ Cornell Gunter's The Coasters & The Platters
The Entertainment Center at Rapides Parish Coliseum
5600 Coliseum Blvd. Alexandria, LA
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
It’s not a concert…it’s a party! Spend a nostalgic evening saluting 3 of the world’s most beloved musical groups who were instrumental in creating the Rock & Roll/Doo Wop sound: The Drifters, one of Rock & Roll’s founding vocal groups with their 50 year catalog of hits (Under the Boardwalk, Up on the Roof, This Magic Moment, and On Broadway), Cornell Gunter’s Coasters (Charlie Brown, Yakety Yak, Poison Ivy),and The Platters featuring 4 of America’s premier singers performing their greatest hits (Only You, Smoke Gets In Your Eyes, The Great Pretender).
Come see the Drifters, Cornell Gunter's Coasters, and the Platters at the newly renovated Entertainment Center next to the Rapides Parish Coliseum on Saturday, January 18!
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Comedy Night
Central Louisiana Ultra Comics
Fighting Hand Brewing Co.
1600 Military Hwy. Pineville, LA
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
Join us every third Saturday of the month at Fighting Hand Brewing Company in Pineville for a very funny lineup of local comics. Shows typically last about 1-1/2 hours, with an open mic segment at the start of the show. You’ll find a local food truck in the parking lot with some delicious grub, and some of the most amazing local-made beer inside on the taps. $5 cover charge at the door. Cash or Card accepted.
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Yacht Rock Gold
Paragon Casino Resort
711 Paragon Pl. Marksville, LA
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
Get ready for a fun night and enjoy the Yacht Rock Gold Experience on the Mari Showroom stage! This group of amazing musicians bring you the big hits from the late ’70s through early ’80s. Yacht Rock Gold performs number one hits from bands such as the Doobie Brothers, Kenny Loggins, Little River Band, Boz Scaggs and so much more.
Tickets starting at $20
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Jeeves Takes A Bow
City Park Players
Hearn Stage in the Kress Theatre
1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
January 30th-February 9th
Time: See "Tickets"
Comedy – What ho! Bertie Wooster inflicts his charming ineptitude on America when he adventures across the pond armed only with his handsome fortune, talent for trouble, and his remarkable manservant Jeeves. But when a childhood friend gets Bertie mixed up with a vengeful thug named “Knuckles” McCann, he ends up mistakenly engaged to the meddling Vivienne Duckworth. Even the illustrious Jeeves may not be up to the task… Run time: 120 minutes. Directed by Jill Dupont
Cast: Jeeves-Bob Savage Bertie-Jay Purdy Binky-Jacob Parker Ruby Samantha O’Banion ivienne-Meredith Peterson
For more information, please contact us at: cityparkplayers@gmail.com
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The Aluminum Show presented by the Arts Council of Central Louisiana
Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center
1202 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
Monday, February 10, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Get ready to be dazzled by The Aluminum Show, a groundbreaking performance combining cutting edge technology, electrifying dance, and mind-blowing visual effects and puppetry, creating an experience like no other. Watch as aluminum tubes and foil come to life, transforming the stage into a futuristic world of adventure. This is not just a family show but an adventure, enchanting audiences globally for over a decade. Enter FAMILY2X2 in the coupon section before checkout for 15% off!
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Poetry Out Loud Regional Competition
Arts Council of Central Louisiana
Hearn Stage in the Kress Theatre
1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Poetry Out Loud is an arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition to high school students, in grades 9th - 12th across the country. Local competition winners will be able to compete in the Regional Competition which will take place February 13, 2025, in Alexandria, Louisiana on the Hearn Stage at the Kress Theatre hosted by the Arts Council of Central Louisiana. Regional winners will receive $125 for First place, $100 for Second place, and $75 for Third place. First and Second place Regional winners will then have a chance to compete at the State Championship on March 13, 2025, at the Delta Grand Theatre in Opelousas, Louisiana.
The winner at the state level will receive $200 and an all-expenses-paid trip (with an adult chaperone) to Washington, DC, to compete at the National Finals for a chance to win $20,000! The state winner’s representing school or organization will receive $500 for poetry materials. One runner-up in each state will receive $100; their school/organization will receive $200 for the purchase of poetry materials.
For more information contact Alyssa, the Region 6 Arts Council Representative at (318) 484-4471 or email alyssa@louisiana-arts.org.
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Independent Film Series: "This World is Not My Own" presented by the Arts Council of Central Louisiana
Hearn Stage in the Kress Theatre
1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
Friday, February 14, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Join the Arts Council for an Independent Film this Valentine’s Day!
Chewing-gum sculptures, a wealthy gallerist, a firebrand wrestler, a notorious murder case and the segregated south – it’s all part of Nellie Mae Rowe’s boundless universe. This World is Not My Own reimagines this self-taught artist’s world and her life spanning the 20th century. With Uzo Aduba as the animated version of Nellie Mae Rowe. This film is like no other! Filmmaker with be on hand for a Q&A after the showing.
Tickets: $10, free for students. Available at the door. Trailer below!
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UPCOMING ARTS COUNCIL EVENTS | |
Collage Dance Collective presented by the Arts Council of Central Louisiana
Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center
1202 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
Friday, March 7, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Collage Dance, recently named a “Southern Cultural Treasure” by South Arts and the Ford Foundation, and listed among the 50 largest ballet companies in the nation, is one of the largest Black-led performing arts organizations in the South and one of just a few professional ballet companies in the world with a roster of BIPOC dancers. The professional company presents annual seasons in Memphis, plus national and international touring, performing a diverse range of classical and contemporary choreography from Amy Hall Garner, George Balanchine, Wayne McGregor, Nacho Duato, Ulysses Dove, Joshua Manculich, Camille A. Brown, Kevin Iega Jeff, and more. The work of Collage Dance Collective has been featured in media outlets including Huffington Post, Allure, New York Magazine, Essence, Memphis Magazine, Dance Magazine, and Pointe Magazine. Learn more about the collective at collagedance.org
Friday, March 7, 2025 at 7:30 pm in the Coughlin-Saunders PAC in Alexandria, LA
Tickets are $30 for Adults, $25 for Arts Council Members/Seniors 65+/Military, & $10 for Students under 18.
Family packs of 2 Adult (Regular) and 2 Students are available! Enter FAMILY2X2 in the coupon section before checkout for 15% off!
Grab your seat now by clicking below or call 318-484-4474!
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WORKSHOPS, CLASSES, AUDITIONS, CAMPS & GRANTS | | |
Youth Art Month Competition
Alexandria Museum of Art
933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA
Deadline to enter: January 31, 2025 by Midnight
The Call for Entry is OPEN NOW! All children in grades K-12 that live in Rapides Parish are eligible to enter for FREE. Approximately 40 works will be selected to participate in the competition and to be on display. Prizes and awards will be presented for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Places and Honorable Mention in each of the competition categories: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12. A Viewer's Choice Award will also be presented. The 2025 Youth Art Month Competition Exhibition will be on display at the Alexandria Museum of Art March 7 – April 5, 2025. Deadline to Enter: Monday, January 31, 2025, midnight.
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Playwright Reading Session
Spectral Sisters Productions
Rapides Foundation Bldg.
2nd Foor
1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
ATTENTION PLAYWRIGHTS! Get a first read of your 2025 10-Minute Play Contest WIP! Receive valuable feedback on run-time, pacing, characterization, format, and more! Playwrights, actors, directors, and readers welcome!
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AUDITIONS! Four Old Broads on the High Seas
City Park Players
Kress Theater Lobby
1102 3rd St. Alexandria, LA
January 20th at 6:00 PM
& January 25th at 10:00 AM
"Four Old Broads on the High Seas" By Leslie Kimbell
Directed by Jim Leggett and Michael Dalme
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 3-13
CAST NEEDED: 5W, 6M + drag role.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Comedy / Mystery - Those crazy broads are back! This time, they are on their Sassy Seniors Cruise. Their trip is full of fun and hijinks, but there might even be murder on the horizon…
Get ready to set sail with your favorite Old Broads. Beatrice is determined to have her pick of ALL the eligible men on the ship... but Maude, fresh from her win at The Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Pageant, plans on being her biggest competition. Wedding bells are ringing for Sam and Imogene... maybe. And Eaddy... well... she just wants to know what all the fuss is about up on the topless sun deck. Throw in a murder mystery, a fabulous drag queen and a crazy costume party, and you’re in for a laugh-a-minute, side-splitting laugh-out-loud night of fun!
“These "four old broads" have been compared to “The Golden Girls” of this century, involving lots of mischief and naughtiness…every bit as funny as the first one.” - Roswell Daily Record
For more information, please contact us at: cityparkplayers@gmail.com
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AUDITIONS! A Midsummer Night's Dream
Empty Space Players
Gwartney Theatre at LSUA
8100 Hwy. 71 Alexandria, LA
January 21st-23rd
Time: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Shakespeare-on-the-Greene is back!
We're elated to announce auditions for A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Patrick Hunter.
We hope to see many of you there. This is a large cast with roles of all sizes, so if you've wanted to get on the stage with us, here's your chance!
See the details and sign up below!
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Art Talk: Photography, Technology & the Digital Age w/ Paul Nettles
Alexandria Museum of Art
933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM
Avid camera collector Paul Nettles will take participants through the evolution of the camera, ending in a short "How to" on phone-based digital photography.
FREE and open to the public.
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The Muse: Teen Fall/Winter Classes
Alexandria Museum of Art
933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA
TEENS! Register for Muse Fall and Winter Events today!
These workshops are FREE for teens between the ages of 13 and 19.
Registration is required.
Fall/Winter 2024-2025 Calendar:
Brainstorming Session
Saturday, February 15
1-4pm
Did you know Muse teens have the opportunity to help create Muse programming? During this brainstorming, teens will come up with activities for the entire year and vote to see what fun we'll get up to! Join us! Make your voice heard!
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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.
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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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Perspective: the Art of Joe Ray &
Realism by Albino Hinojosa
Alexandria Museum of Art
933 2nd St. Alexandria, LA
Exhibition Dates: Nov. 2nd-Feb. 15th, 2025
Viewing for both exhibits are available during regular museum hours.
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9th Annual 5x5x5 National Call-Exhibit
River Oaks Square Arts Center
1330 2nd St. Alexandria, LA
Exhibition Dates: Nov. 14th-Feb. 1st, 2025
Exhibitions featuring the 5x5x5 Show, Guest Juror Ted Barnes, Janet Ahrens, Tish Fresh, & Kimberly Brannon-Saia will be displayed at River Oaks Nov. 14 - Feb. 1, 2025.
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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.
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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
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Virtual Programming
Alexandria Museum of Art (AMoA)
AMoA is excited to continue offering online programming for all of you to enjoy! Keep up with monthly content on the following platforms: Monthly Programming on Facebook and AMoA's YouTube Channel! Find AMoA on Tik Tok!
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Second Saturday - Free Admission
Alexandria Museum of Art
Saturday, February 8, 2024
Free Admission to the Alexandria Museum of Art to the public every second Saturday of the month.
Location: Alexandria Museum of Art
933 Second Street, Alexandria, LA
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Sunset Club w/ Deaf Jam
Location: Spirits Food & Friends
4724 Texas Ave., Alexandria, LA
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
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Eric Leger
Location: Topshelf Daiquiris
4411 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM
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Friday Jazz at Spirits
Location: Sprits Food & Friends
1200 Texas Ave, Alexandria, LA
Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
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Hoochie Digs
Location: Fighting Hand Brewing Co.
1600 Military Hwy. Pineville, LA
Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
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Papa's Axe
Location: Pedro's
3024 N. MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA
Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
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Live Music at 3 Kings Throwdown
Location: Tasting Room of Louisiana
812 3rd St, Alexandria, LA
Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
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Aligator Blue
Location: Pedro's
3024 N. MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA
Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
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Sam Fitzgerald
Location: Huckleberry Brewing Co.
4724 Sterkx Rd, Alexandria, LA
Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
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Arts Council of Central Louisiana
Board of Directors
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Amy Pillarisetti, President
Ann Masden, Vice President
Robert Savage, Secretary
Bobby Levy, Treasurer
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Nydia Freedman
Carrie Cheek Roy
Mary Covington
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Aubrey Bolen
Jennifer Willis
Amelie Freedman
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Tamara McNulty
Amanda Phillips
Josh Candiloro
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Members of the Arts Council | | |
Thank you for proudly supporting the Arts in
Central Louisiana!
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GOLD MEMBERS
Michelle & Chris Karam
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SILVER MEMBERS
Tyrone & Barbara Clements
Michael & Carolyn Davis
Steve & Melanie Kelley
Edward Jones - Mark A. Pritchard
James & Caroline Theus
Melissa Whittington
Lee & Jennifer Willis
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BRONZE MEMBERS
Ann Harrell
Julie and Oday Lavergne
Bobby Levy & Theresa Louviere
Patrick & Randalle Moore
Amy & Sudha Pillarisetti
Pam & Lee Rubin
Byron & Tammi Salazar
John & Louise Simon
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The Aubin Law Firm
Drs. Richter & Carlton
Risk Services of Louisiana -
Michael & Frances Ann Chatelain
Michael & Noelle Crowell
Val & Wayne Denley
Jenifer & Randy Gilchrist
Dr. John Hill
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David & Nicole Holcombe
Dr. & Mrs. Jackson
Dr. & Mrs. Vincent Mallory
Ann Masden
Nancy C. Owen
Amanda Phillips
Rapides Symphony Orchestra
Robert and Jenny Royer
Bertie Deming Smith
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Virginia & David Smith
Dr. Willis Trammell
Walker Automotive
Dennis C. & Barbara J Ward
Becky & Wayne Watkins
Wesley Watkins
Laura Weems
Dr. & Mrs. Maan Younes
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Bassam & Eliane Abi-Rached
Cassie Baker
Louis K. Bangma
Willie & Eunice Banks
Mike & Marsha Barbera
Don & Louise Barker
Andrew Bindursky
Ed and Carolyn Blackwood
Nicole & Aubrey Bolen
Jonathon & Rhianna Bolen
Frances Boudreaux
Candy Brame
Beverly W. Bryan
Josh Candiloro
Edwin Caplan
Fred & Frances Collins
Karen Coor
Ralph & Mary Covington
Becky Crooks
Kirk Cooper
Dave & Judy Curry
Dr. & Mrs. Wm. J. DeFee III
Fahy Dewitt
Gray & Beverly Easterling
Anita Ehlers
Richard & Terri Febuary
Amelie Freedman
Nydia Freedman
Fritzie Fine
Sara Fuhrer
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Katharine Geary
Judy & Bob Ginsburgh
Lyn Goodin
Debbie Gossett
Tom & Betsy Hardin
Steve & Kay Harris
Stuart C. Head
Judge & Mrs. Henley Hunter
Helen Overton Iqbal
Sue Ellen Jackson
Colt & Angie James
June Johnson-Davis
Dr. Bruce & Massi Jordan
Sandra Harris Kearney
Romi & Darpan Khuntia
Sheri & Coan Knight
Dr. & Mrs. James Knoepp
Philip & Nelda Laborde
Marcia Leleux
Dr. & Beverly Lowentritt
Jay & Carman Luneau
Anne Martin
George‐McKinley Martin
Sidonie & John McDaniel
Joan K. McLure
Tamara McNulty
Catherine C. McCrory
Mr. & Mrs. Franklin O. Mikell
Helen W. Moore
Lisa Norman
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Kiki Patton
Ben & Torie Nugent-Peterson
Randall & Brandy Ponthie
Paige L. Quillin
Nancy Richards
Sylvia Ritchie
River Oaks Square Arts Center
E. Nell Robison
Carrie Cheek Roy
Shaun & Nina Sanghani
Robert & Melissa Savage
Alice V. Scarborough
Cynthia H Scott
Deepak & Jharna Shingwani
Jim and Becky Smilie
Jeff & Trayce Snow
Melissa Socia
Marian Templeton
Melanie & Lindsey Torbett
Michael Tudor
Dr. & Mrs. Raj Verma
Rosemary Walton
Dennis C. Ward
Renick & Pam Webb
Ruth & Jim Weinzettle
Dr. James A. White III
Karen White
Jimmy & Janet Whittle
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Wilson
Samantha Young
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Support the Arts Council of Central Louisiana! | | |
Are you a member of the Arts Council?
KEEP THE ARTS THRIVING in Central Louisiana as a member! Please Click Here to support the ACCL.
call 318-484-4475.
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Arts Council of Central Louisiana contact info:
1101 4th Street, Suite 201
Alexandria, LA 71301
318-484-4474
Louisiana-arts.org
info@louisiana-arts.org
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