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...
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...
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...
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...
In honor of the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation’s (MKAF) 25-year historical journey, the popular Arts Guild Luncheon titled “Love for the Arts” returns on Feb. 19, 2020. Hosted at the Emerald Grande, Emerald Ballroom from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., the Arts Guild Luncheon will feature acclaimed guest speaker,...
“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...
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,...
Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) names popular Destin artist, Kelly Pierre, the 2019 Festival of the Arts poster contest winner. Born and raised in Southern Louisiana, Kelly Pierre’s passion for arts sparked at a young age. As a child, Pierre spent a lot of his time sketching marine life...
