Arkansas is slowly becoming a go-to spot for filmmakers looking for authentic Southern atmosphere, with Northwest Arkansas in particular being a favored location. Between True Detective’s third season and independent films, like “American Cherry,” Arkansas is getting on the entertainment map. Today, Hollywood trade publications are reporting an award-winning television series will be highlighting one…
Those of us who laughed our way through life living vicariously through the antics of our favorite redhead gathered in movie theaters across the country last night. It would have been Lucille Ball’s 108th birthday. The iconic comedienne was immortalized for a one-night only showing of colorizing five hilarious “I Love Lucy” episodes from the…
Break out your lighters and bandanas. Lynyrd Skynyrd’s farewell tour will include a stop in Little Rock. The iconic band, best known for Southern rock anthems “Freebird” and “Sweet Home Alabama,” will play the First Security Amphitheater in Riverfront Park on Saturday, Oct. 12. Black Stone Cherry will open the show. Tickets will go on sale…
Stay “in the know” about all the great events going on around Arkansas. AY’s Publisher, Heather Baker, will tell you what the hot spots are this weekend. Thursday, August 1 What: “I Love the 90s” Party for a Cause Where: Copper Grill When: 5:30 pm Get into the 90s groove with a dance party with…
The Walmart AMP great summer concert series continues in August with Country legend and Grammy®Award winner Alan Jackson. Grammy® winners Nelly, TLC, Sheryl Crow, Jason Isbell, Rascal Flatts and The Smashing Pumpkins will also take the stage. The August lineup continues to entertain visitors with a wide variety of music artists and genres. August…
by Tracy Courage // Photography Courtesy of Oxford American Music lovers have much to look forward to this month as the Oxford American (OA) Concert Series kicks off its 2019-20 season at South on Main in Little Rock, with a line-up of music spanning folk, blues, jazz and country, all celebrating the American South. Up…
by Greg Graham \ Photos Provided by Washed Ashore Exhibit When visiting the Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea exhibit at the Clinton Presidential Center, one is struck by the colorful sculptures and 3-D art of ocean life. Approach the displays for a closer look, though, and you will find those pieces of art…
Get ready, Northwest Arkansas. Big balloons are floating your way. New hot air balloon festival Soar NWA is slated for August 24 at Fayetteville’s Drake Field. The inaugural event will feature a number of hot air balloons and aeronautic activities and serve as a fundraiser for Open Avenues. Open Avenues is a regional organization dedicated…
AY About You Magazine has your complete guide to Arkansas’ music scene. This weekend, go see the Ben Miller Band, Lucero, Dan Baird and more. Around Little Rock Friday 7/26 Charlotte Taylor/ Walter’s Coffee & Speakeasy 5018 Kavanuagh Blvd./ 7:00/ free Central Arkansas lady of the blues Charlotte Taylor comes to Walter’s for a special solo set.…
The canvas that is downtown Fayetteville is lending itself to another work of art. Critically-acclaimed, Los-Angeles based artist Bumblebee began work this week on a three-story-tall mural on the southwest corner of the Fayetteville Town Center parking garage. The mural will be visible from both West Rock Street and South Block Avenue. Bumblebee began sketch…
