Creative online programming offers performing art sessions and professional lessons designed for Thespians of all abilities from tots to teens … and beyond.
Whether your thespian craves the glow of a center stage spotlight or prefers to make the magic happen backstage behind-the-scenes, Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) 2020 Summer...
“We are so pleased to be able to continue the partnership through the spring and offer an educational outreach program for passionate students who are outside of Miramar Beach,” said ECTC co-founder and producing artistic director Nathanael Fisher. All programs in DeFuniak Springs are offered at the Florida Chautauqua...
20 Years Down the Line, This Mystery Train Shows No Signs of Slowing Down
By Christopher Manson
In the interest of full disclosure, I have been involved as an actor, stage manager and errand boy with the local comedy troupe Act4Mystery since 2005. Paula Hilton founded the troupe in 2003 and,...
By Rick Moore
A few years ago, in one of America’s larger cities, a diverse group of seventy adults were asked to grade the artwork scattered throughout their town. Using an app, their grades and personal remarks were accumulated in order to influence what future artwork would be placed in...
25th Annual MKAF Festival of the Arts
It’s almost here! Known as one of Northwest Florida’s premier fine arts shows, the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) Festival of the Arts is one of the most anticipated cultural events of the year. The 25th annual event is set for Oct. 24-25,...
‘Red Riding Hood’
Runs Sept. 19, 20, 26 & 27
‘Uplift! A Fun Evening Filled with Broadway Favorites, Laughs and Joy’ is a One-Night-Only Performance Sept. 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Emerald Coast Theatre Company (ECTC) kicks off its 8th annual season with two special productions:
A modern adaptation of the classic fairytale...
Join Vin’tij Food & Wine in Grand Boulevard on Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. for the first in a series of wine dinners benefiting the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF). Vin’tij, known for its creative menus and impressive wine boutique, presents Silver Oak and Twomey Cellars in celebration of...
Now more than ever, residents along the Emerald Coast are seeking ways to enrich their lives. Our current Hometown Hero discovered that art can do so much for so many. As the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) celebrates its 25th Anniversary this year, MKAF CEO Marcia Hull proves that...
The Flutterby Festival, produced by the Cultural Arts Alliance (CAA) of Walton County, celebrates its 26th year of the migration of the Monarch butterfly through our area with art activities, live music, theatre and dance performances, art exhibits, a butterfly parade and more! Join all for this free, family-fun,...
By Chris J. Ogle, Local native and lifelong ocean lover
If you happen upon local artist Harley Van Hyning, you will likely feel his artistic vibes immediately. His always smiling persona exudes a love for the ocean—especially surfing and fishing. Born and raised in the local area, Harley has found...