By Bernie Petit Communications Manager The Arts & Science Council’s Annual Fund Drive, currently underway, is about sustaining Charlotte-Mecklenburg’s vibrant cultural sector. It’s one reason ASC kicked off its fund drive with Connect with Culture Day, which saw thousands participate in cultural experiences around the county. The day started ASC towards its goal of raising …
By Amy Bareham Cultural & Community Investment Intern Something about Charlotte is bewitching – just ask the myriad of people who serve her tirelessly. The theatre community has fallen for her especially hard, seeking to deliver performances that entice her community and foster a deeper appreciation for the stage. What’s a production company supposed to …
By Bernie Petit Communications Manager Creativity in its purest form. That’s what Jason Woodberry’s digital illustration of a young child blowing sci-fi-inspired bubbles signifies. “The overall idea is the birth of imagination,” he said. “It’s that imaginative free spirit aspect that allows us to create the craziest things.” The piece, titled “Dark Matter,” is one …
By Bernie Petit Communications Manager When shares of the Arts & Science Council’s (ASC) spring 2015 Community Supported Art (CSA) program go on sale at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, there will be a race to snap up shares before they’re all gone. Only 50 are available and last fall’s sold out in record time. …
By Elise Esasky Public Relations Manager, Blumenthal Performing Arts Blumenthal Performing Arts awarded three Center Stage Awards to community leaders during its annual meeting on Jan. 14 in Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Center Stage awards are presented to individuals or organizations whose service or partnership with Blumenthal Performing Arts has furthered the mission, …
Take a short survey to impact public art being created for Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Responses will be mapped across the artwork in light.