Construction on the new Arkansas Arts Center (AAC) facility kicked off this morning (Oct. 1) with a groundbreaking ceremony. The ceremony moves the project closer to its projected grand opening in 2022 In May, the arts institution launched a $128 million capital campaign aimed at reimagining and revitalizing the AAC. The campaign, which has to…
One rising Arkansas music superstar is getting another accolade this month. Arkansas native Ashley McBryde will be crowned the “Breakout Artist of the Year” at the annual CMT Artists of the Year ceremony. The CMT ceremony, now in its 10thyear, will be held Oct.16 in Nashville. Past recipients of the CMT Break Artist…
For centuries, a mysterious rider has haunted the American imagination, populating literature, film and other art forms with his demonic presence. That figure – the lone rider who stalks cold autumn nights – is the Headless Horseman. And he is riding again this October. Fortunately for local arts patrons, this Headless Horseman is only…
by Ryan Nix // Photos by Jamison Mosley Like a boulder dropped in a placid pond, the Arkansas Arts Center is set to make huge waves in the Arkansas cultural scene. The Arts Center has recently embarked on a complete renovation of its headquarters, the Museum of Fine Arts in Macarthur Park. The extensive…
AY About You Magazine has your complete guide to Arkansas’ music scene. This weekend, go see Sad Daddy, Musicfest, Dial-Up and more. Around Little Rock Friday 9/27 Dallas String Quartet / UA Pulaski Tech: The Center for Humanities and Arts, 3000 W Scenic Drive, NLR/ 8-11/ $40 Performing as part of the ACANSA Arts Festival, The…
This October, some of the finest chefs in the nation are coming to Little Rock to show off their skills. They will be demonstrating their talents and creativity in the kitchen. And most impressively? These chefs are still kids. On Oct. 10, the University of Arkansas — Pulaski Technical College’s (UAPTC) Center for Humanities…
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, Sept. 26 What: 2019 Power of the Purse Luncheon Where: Statehouse Convention Center When: 11:30 am During the 21st annual Power of the Purse luncheon, three women will…
A country music star was born this week on The Voice. Jonesboro native Cory Jackson performed during the NBC show’s blind auditions, singing fellow Arkansan Glen Campbell’s song “Galveston.” He quickly made an impression on the judges. Of the four Voice judges, three of them turned around for Jackson, indicating that they wanted…
Across America, food insecurity and hunger are major issues facing vast numbers of U.S. residents. More than 40 million people in the United States were food insecure in 2017. That’s more than 12 percent of the entire population. Food insecurity is defined as a lack of access to adequate food to live a healthy…
A country music “Wildcard” is coming to the Verizon Arena in January. Miranda Lambert is bringing her Wildcard tour to Arkansas on January 23, 2020. The concert, held at Verizon Arena, will be at 7 p.m. Ticket sales for the concert begin Friday, September 27, at 10 a.m. Tickets will be available at…
