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Acadiana Center for the Arts News - August 1, 2024

Arts and Entertainment

August 9, 2024

From: Acadiana Center for the Arts

Summer of Dance continues...

Sediment by Whitney Willis Hebert & Reid Willis
Spotlight Theater and Dance Series, presented by Standard Title

August 29th & 30th at 7:30pm
$25-35

T I C K E T S

‘Sediment’ is a live multimedia show based on Reid Willis’ latest album of the same name. Through live music, abstract video projection, and contemporary dance choreographed by Whitney Willis Hebert, the show explores the physical processes of sediment – erosion, decay, metamorphosis, and change through loss – as a metaphor for the human experience of evolution through inevitable change. Sediment is an expansion upon Willis’ original music to create an immersive and stimulating stage experience.

Membership

Come experience a Members Only Happy Hour during next week's ArtWalk on August 10th!

Get 25% off all café and bar menu items and a specialty cocktail exclusive to members. Plus, complimentary lemonade for all the kids!

August 10th will be the LAST CHANCE to view our Ceramics Now exhibition in the Main Gallery, so don't miss out!

If you missed out this time, don't worry! We have more exciting events in the pipeline and we would love to see you there.

Our next Insiders' Salon is on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024. Save the Date!

Opportunities for Artists

Arts Grants for Teachers is now accepting applications!

These grants provide funding for creative projects for students through visual & performing arts. Teachers, librarians, and guidance counselors within the Lafayette Public School System are encouraged to apply!

You don't only have to be an arts teacher to apply - a wide variety of submissions are encouraged!

Interested applicants can find guidelines, pre-recorded information session and application on our website:

A P P L Y - N O W

This Lafayette Consolidated Government sponsored, Acadiana Center for the Arts administered, Arts and Culture Funding Program is designed to support the operations of arts and culture organizations that will significantly enhance the arts and cultural life of the community, while promoting local artists and the arts in Lafayette Parish.

Provides funding for operating expenses, such as salaries, contractors, supplies, and utilities, of arts organizations with 501(c)(3) status from the IRS.

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Calling all visual artists!

You've seen them around town, and now's your chance to design one yourself! Apply now for the chance to make a new Pelican on Parade for this year's Pelican Ball auction. More info on the application process, artist eligibility, and compensation can be found on our website!

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Calling For Panelists!

Would you or someone you know be a good fit as a grant panelist for AcA? We're now accepting nominations!

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On Display

Galleries are open
Tuesday - Saturday
9am - 5pm

In the Main Gallery:
Ceramics Now: Contemporary and Traditional Practices in Acadiana

From the functional and traditional forms we are most familiar with, to the purely visual and Avant-garde, this exhibition looks at the scope of ceramics being made in Acadiana today. Exhibition on view June 8, 2024 – August 10, 2024.

Thank you to our generous host committee: Christa & Chip Billeaud, Karen & Darrell Bourque, Sally Heller, Amy & Nick Manceaux, and Dr. Mary B. Neiheisel.

In the Side Gallery & Coca-Cola Studio:
Quilters' Guild of Acadiana: Coffee, Tea, or Me!

Quilters’ Guild of Acadiana is a diverse group of creative quilters that range from beginners to highly accomplished quilters.

This exhibition displays quilts created by Quilters’ Guild members and showcases their annual quilting challenge for 2023-2024, titled “Coffee, Tea, or Me!”. This exhibition is on display from July 13th - August 31st.

Gulf Brew is coming up!
Saturday, October 19th, 1-5pm

Gulf Brew is Acadiana Center for the Arts’ longest-standing fundraiser, celebrating 16 years of bringing the community together for the love of beer and the arts!

With over 200 types of beer to sample, craft vendors selected by the Louisiana Crafts Guild, live music, a Family Fun Zone, and a VIP experience, there is something for everyone at Gulf Brew!

You can be part of Gulf Brew too!

Become a sponsor and gain exclusive naming rights, after party tickets, and more cool perks! Contact [email protected] if interested.

Apply to be a crafts vendor through Louisiana Crafts Guild!

Plus, grab your special Early-Bird tickets, VIP tickets, or Designated Driver Experience pass today!

Cheers to supporting the arts in Acadiana!