​  LiveSat, Apr 29, 2023 7:30PM CDT| Mattie Kelly Arts Center The post Kathleen Madigan Live appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  Join Alex, Marty, Melman and Gloria as they bound out of the zoo and onto the stage in this live musical spectacular. This smash hit musical features all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and fi nd themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. This brand new musical from Dreamworks (Shrek The Musical) will leave audiences with no choice but to “Move It, Move It!”! TICKETS: $35 $25 for youth under age 18 *Tickets will be available 8/29/2022. The post Madagascar appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  Award-winning poet and author Naomi Shihab Nye is this year’s featured READS honorarium author. Open and free to the community. Nye will share excerpts from two of her published books: A book of poetry titled Voices in the Air A book of short stories titled There is No Long Distance Now Among her accolades, Nye served as the Poetry Foundation’s Young Poet Laureate from 2019-2022. Nye has said that, for her, “the primary source of poetry has always been local life, random characters met on the streets, our own ancestry sifting down to us through small essential daily tasks.” There will be a book signing, with two of her works available to purchase, following her reading. The post Naomi Shihab Nye appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  Student Art Preparation Clinic: March 13-16 Opening Reception: April 7, 6-8PM Student Show: April 7 – May 9 Faculty Show: April 7– June 29 For more information about our exhibitions or how to host an event, please contact Galleries Director J. Wren Supak at artgalleries@nwfsc.edu. CLICK HERE FOR OUR 2022-2023 SEASON CALENDAR The post Arnie Hart Art Show 2023 appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

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​  ON YOUR FEET! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage and two people who believed in their talent—and each other—to become an international sensation: Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Now their story is an all new exhilarating original musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike. ON YOUR FEET! features some of the most iconic songs of the past quarter-century, including “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” “Get On Your Feet,” “Don’t Want To Lose You Now,” “1-2-3” and “Coming Out of the Dark.” Prepare to be on your feet from start to finish!   *Tickets will be available 8/29/2022. The post On Your Feet appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  https://mattiekellyartscenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/MOMIX-Alice-Official-30Secpromo_1.mp4 Under the direction of Moses Pendleton, one of America’s most innovative and widely performed choreographers and directors, MOMIX is recognized internationally for presenting work of exceptional innovation and physical artistry. Pendleton’s latest work takes the audience on a fun adventure with Lewis Carroll’s most beloved character, Alice. The audience is greeted with characters like the Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts and even the caterpillar through original props, innovative illusions, and inventive choreography.   *Tickets will be available 8/29/2022. The post Momix appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  Opening Reception and Live Demo: January 27, 2023 6-8 PM Exhibition: January 27 – March 31, 2023 For more information about our exhibitions or how to host an event, please contact Galleries Director J. Wren Supak at artgalleries@nwfsc.edu. CLICK HERE FOR OUR 2022-2023 SEASON CALENDAR The post Figure Paintings by Dr. Nan Liu appeared first on Mattie Kelly Arts Center.   Read More

​  Premier DJ, Scott Lassiter, has over 20 years of live DJ performance experience. The majority of this time was spent in the Atlanta metro market where some of his clientele included the Atlanta Falcons, Mercedes Benz, United Distribution, Mastercraft and the Atlanta Boat Show. He also held long term residencies at the following prominent Atlanta nightclubs: Opera, Backstreet, and the Masquerade. In addition to his DJ experience, he was co-owner of a promotion company that held monthly concerts with national artists for an average of 3,000 to 5,000 attendees where his responsibilities involved booking the artist, promoting the events, event logistics, point of contact for the venue, and event flow. His combined experience reflects itself in regards to his attention to detail and quality of work.   Read More

​  #fitness #swim #podcast Did you know you could play water polo in Destin Florida ? This Episode of Luxe Life Discovered has guest Kathi Heapy The Emerald Coast Fitness Foundation is a public charity formed to develop physical fitness and water safety among the youth and adults of Okaloosa County by providing facilities and programs that will deliver opportunities for instruction, training, and competitive excellence, primarily in the sports of swimming, running, and cycling. The Emerald Coast Fitness Foundation proudly manages the Taj Renee Community Aquatic Center (Destin), the Bernie R. Lefebvre Aquatic Center (FWB), and the ROC Pool (Crestview).   Read More