Arts News August 21

Arts News August 21

Tomorrow – Jessye Norman School of the Arts dedicates newest  “Painted Piano” by artist Jason Craig in front of Book Tavern

image courtesy of The Book Tavern

via JNSA  – “On August 22nd at 12 PM, as part of JNSA’s Public Piano Project, a new public piano will be installed in front of the Book Tavern. The Public Piano Project intends to bring music, performance, and play to the streets of Augusta.”

Join as us we attend this dedication for Augusta’s newest Public Art installation! The Jessye Norman School of the Arts will dedicate the piano, painted by artist Jason Craig, at 12pm tomorrow, August 22, at the Book Tavern – 936 Broad Street, Augusta GA.

New Workshop for artists added to Aspirations series, Thursday, August 30 – “Local Music Scene: Effective Promotion”


A new workshop for artists has been added to the Summer Aspirations Series! In partnership with Garden City Jazz, the Greater Augusta Arts Council will host “Local Live Music Scene: Effective Promotions” at the Augusta Library Main Headquarters Thursday, August 30. Open to artists of all disciplines, this free workshop will be full of helpful information on networking and promoting your work, and you’ll hear from top local producers and performers. Register Online here.

Admission Badges for Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival on sale now!


Admission badges for the 38th Annual Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival, presented by the Greater Augusta Arts Council and the City of Augusta, are now on sale! Available for advance purchase price of $7. Enjoy one of Augusta’s favorite festivals!

Click here to buy Admission Badges

NEW FESTIVAL FEATURE: Arts Council Member Booth – Sign up to participate!

We are very excited to announce a new festival feature at Arts in the Heart of Augusta for the members of the Greater Augusta Arts Council! Artists who are members of the arts council of any genre can sign up to showcase your work during Arts in the Heart of Augusta, September 14-16. This FREE opportunity is open to members who are visual artists, performers, writers, and anyone wanting to showcase their creative talent. We will also require volunteers to assist with staffing the booth throughout the weekend. Learn more at the signup links below.