Arts+Entertainment

There are some terrific things to do around town, we'll share some of them here and remember you can add events to our calendar.

Last Updated: Sep 19, 2024 04:34PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Oh, What A Night! Jersey Boys Opens 2024-25 Season at the Springer Story of Iconic Legends to Blend Sharp Suits and Smooth Harmonies in Broadway Hit

Sep 19, 2024 04:34PM ● By Desi Phillips

The Springer Theatre kicks off its season with the Tony Award-winning musical Jersey Boys! Experience the true story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons starting September 19. Tickets available now at www.springeroperahouse.org.

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Uptown Columbus Announces Dates and Performers for the 2024 RushSouth Music and Outdoor Festival

Aug 26, 2024 08:50AM ● By Desi Phillips

The second annual RushSouth Music and Outdoor Festival will take place in Uptown Columbus on October 12, 2024. The event features free daytime activities, a ticketed concert with Tower of Power and Junior Brown, and outdoor adventures like rafting and ziplining. Concert tickets start at $35, with activities throughout Uptown including Market Days, local arts, and a city-wide cleanup. For details and tickets, visit www.rushsouthfest.com.

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Dad’s Garage and No Shame Theater Equals a Match Made in Comedy Heaven

Aug 23, 2024 03:42PM ● By Desi Phillips

Don’t miss Dad’s Garage at the Springer Theatre, partnered with No Shame Theater! Enjoy top-tier improv, interactive fun, local arts support, and a memorable night out. Get tickets at springeroperahouse.org.

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Columbus Hospice Announces Line-up for Denim and Diamonds 2024

Jul 23, 2024 11:13AM

Get ready for an unforgettable night with Diamond Rio and Tracy Lawrence co-headlining Denim and Diamonds 2024! Tickets go on sale Friday, June 28, 2024, at Ticketmaster.com. Don't miss out on this incredible lineup featuring Diamond Rio's Grammy-winning hits and Tracy Lawrence's chart-topping country singles.

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Fox Theatre Institute Awards $50,000 Grant to Springer Opera House for Essential Repairs

Jul 19, 2024 11:00AM ● By Desi Phillips

The Fox Theatre Institute (FTI) recently awarded the Springer Opera House in Columbus, GA, a $50,000 grant for essential repairs and HVAC system replacement in its education building. FTI, part of Atlanta’s Fox Theatre, supports historic theaters across Georgia and the Southeast through grants and preservation programs, ensuring cultural vitality and community engagement.

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NBC Sports and Peacock Kick Off Big Ten Football with Fall Out Boy and Primetime Matchups

Jul 15, 2024 10:42AM

NBC Sports is enhancing its college football coverage this season with the rock band Fall Out Boy, who will feature in the show open for the new B1G Saturday Night series debuting on September 2, ahead of the West Virginia-Penn State game. This marks the first time Big Ten Football will have a dedicated weekly primetime game on a national network. Fall Out Boy will also lead a promotional campaign for Big Ten Football across NBCUniversal platforms. The season includes exclusive streaming of nine Big Ten games on Peacock and a full schedule of matchups for both Big Ten and Notre Dame Football, promising fans extensive access to the action.

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The Gogue Performing Arts Center Unveils Their 2024/2025 Performance Season

Jun 11, 2024 11:48AM

NBC 38 was on hand at The Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University on Thursday, May 16, as the exciting new 2024/25 season was announced to more than 1,200 enthusiastic supporters.

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Art Therapy: Healing Through Creativity

May 26, 2024 09:40AM ● By Desi Phillips

Art therapy encompasses a variety of techniques, including drawing, painting, collage, coloring, sculpting, and photography. These activities are not only used for self-expression but also as a means to explore emotions, develop self-awareness, and work on social skills1. For example, collage can be used to explore and process emotions, while sculpting with clay can be a grounding experience that helps individuals feel in control.

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New Springer Production Features Hollywood and Broadway Veterans

Apr 08, 2024 08:43AM

When Tracy Letts’ Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-nominated mystery-comedy, The Minutes, opens at the Springer Theatre on April 11, it will feature a blue-ribbon cast with genuine Broadway and Hollywood pedigrees.

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The Columbus Museum: A Treasure of Art and History in Georgia

Mar 19, 2024 08:35AM ● By Desi Phillips

If you are looking for a place where you can learn, explore, and enjoy the wonders of art and history, look no further than the Columbus Museum. The museum, located in Columbus, Georgia, is a major artistic and cultural center for the Chattahoochee Valley.

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