By Glenda Rice Collins, Arts Columnist
Bentonville, Ark., USA–Today marks the fifth anniversary of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, as live performances and special events continue to also reflect the current exhibition, The Art of American Dance, which continues through January 16, 2017. Continue reading
Day of The Dead, or Día de Los Muertos, is a celebration of Hispanic heritage which honors loved ones who have passed away. An extremely popular event, it captures the attention of thousands each year. Continue reading
OKLAHOMA ARTS COUNCIL NEWS NOTES
2015 Oklahoma Arts Conference in Tulsa, October 21-22
Preconference Events Begin Oct. 20. Register at Hyatt Regency Tulsa, Tuesday, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m., or Wed. – Thurs., 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Special guest speakers Oct. 21 will include:
Dr. Jane Chu, chairman, National Endowment For the Arts, and Dr. William Adams, chairman, National Endowment for the Humanities.
News from José Torres-Tama:
Living Arts of Tulsa, José Torres-Tama, and ArteFuturo Productions Receive Prestigious MAP Fund from New York Arts Entity and Transform a Food Vehicle into a Theater on Wheels
By Glenda Rice Collins, Arts Columnist
Published September 2, 2015, For GlendaRiceCollins.com
Tulsa, Okla., USA — Described as Experimental, Thought-Provoking Art that Makes You Talk, New Genre XXII-B Arts Festival will Push Your Limits with exploratory, contemporary artistic productions that will also push and stretch the envelope — September 4 – 12, 2015 at Living Arts of Tulsa and the Tulsa Performing Arts Center (PAC) — with tickets offered free for the first time, due to generous sponsors.
By Glenda Rice Collins, Arts Columnist
Published August 28, 2015, For GlendaRiceCollins.com
TULSA, Okla., USA — “OH, Tulsa!” What next?
Recently designated as “Center of the Universe” during a July Brady Arts District music festival, focused on three outdoor stages and filled with musical talent (ranging from “Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr.” to “Roxy Roca” on the Bank of Oklahoma stage at Guthrie Green), — Tulsa was further celebrated and critiqued during the Living Arts of Tulsa OH, TULSA! Biennial this month, continuing through today–Last call!
Students involved in arts programs are three times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement and awards
By Glenda Rice Collins, For The Oklahoman
Published November 2, 2014
NORMAN — Some 400 arts enthusiasts gathered at the Embassy Suites Conference Center recently for the 2014 Oklahoma Arts Conference, “Our Town, Repurposed. Our State, Reimagined,” three days of sessions designed to ensure sustainability of the state’s diverse and vibrant arts spectrum and to rev up arts curriculum in public education.
FOR THE SAKE OF ART
By Glenda Rice Collins, E-E Columnist
Important studies conducted by the Oklahoma Arts Council provide evidence of the proven value of the arts in our communities — stronger economy, improved academics, revitalized communities, enriched culture and creative workforce.
Glenda Rice Collins 