ARTSKC UPDATE – Kansas City, MO

2016 ArtsKC Awards Luncheon

Nominate Now

Deadline to Nominate is August 7, 2015

The ArtsKC Awards Luncheon is a celebration of our regional arts community, providing recognition to those who unleash the power of the arts in unique, collaborative ways.

Do you know an individual or business that goes above and beyond in support of the ArtsKC Fund?   Nominate them for the ArtsKC Fund Excellence Award. This award celebrates a company or an individual that demonstrates distinction in promoting access, community and excellence in the arts by raising funds and awareness for the ArtsKC Fund. 

Other awards this year include: 

·  Virtuoso Award – Recognizes an exceptional individual for their dedicated volunteerism in the arts and contribution to the arts community as a whole.

·  Advocate Award – Recognizes an elected or public official in the metropolitan area for their outstanding advocacy for the arts.

·  Education Award – The Arts Education Award recognizes a school or district that utilizes the arts as a tool for achieving educational excellence in a K-12 setting.

·  Innovator Award – Recognizes an arts organization that serves undeserved communities and builds innovative arts programs.

·  Creative Impact Award – Recognizes business that fosters an environment of creativity, supports local artists or arts organizations, and provides exemplary leadership in the arts community.

Visit ArtsKC.org/ArtsKCAwards for full details and nomination forms!

Questions?

Contact Andrea Robinson at 816-994-9232 or Robinson@ArtsKC.org.

Above: 2015 ArtsKC Fund  Employee Commitment Award winner Stinson Leonard Street LLP.  Photo by Kyle Rivas.

TEDxKC Artistic Experience RFP

Deadline for Submissions July 31st

TEDxKC is seeking compelling experiential, interactive, visual and/or performance art pieces for TEDxKC on Aug. 29, 2015, at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Artistic experiences that are engaging, unexpected and/or provocative will be featured in the Kauffman Center lobby or at Act III, the TEDxKC after-party. The selected experiences will also receive two (2) complimentary tickets to the TEDxKC live simulcast experience in Muriel Kauffman Theatre.

Visit tedxkc.org for more info and to submit a proposal. 

Jewish Community Campus of Greater Kansas City

Deadline for Submissions August 1st

The Jewish Community Center of Kansas City and Village Shalom retirement community seek proposals for a powerful artistic expression to honor the victims of violence who were struck down during infamous attacks at their two locations on April 13, 2014.  The successful proposal will be one that celebrates life and inspires loving behavior.

For more information, visit www.thejkc.org.

Questions?  Contact Jill Maidhof at jillm@thejkc.org.

Join our ArtsKC 360° Lunch!
August 12th, 12pm to 1pm
Location: ArtsKC
Register Now!

Join us for a complimentary lunch and tour of ArtsKC’s mission, work, and vision. Network with fellow arts enthusiasts, visit the Crossroads Arts District, and learn more about how you or your business can support the arts!

For more information, contact Heather Beffa at Beffa@ArtsKC.org or 816-994-9225.

announces the James A. Fletcher Memorial Award

Deadline for Submissions August 14th.

A call for Kansas artists, the Manhattan Arts Center in Manhattan, KS, is accepting proposals for the James A. Fletcher Memorial Award.  Works must be 2D, include an artist’s statement, and must be an original artwork.  An independent panel will select the winning artwork from images submitted.  The winning work of art will be displayed at the Manhattan Arts Center for the duration of the Wrap It Up art exhibit and sale (November 1 – December 24, 2015). Other works selected may be considered for inclusion in Wrap It Up.

Submit entries to the Manhattan Arts Center, 1520 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan KS 66502, by Friday, August 14.

Questions?  Email office@manhattanarts.org or visit their website, manhattanarts.org.

Cirque Under the Stars with ArtsKC Encounter
Thursday, September 10, 6:00-10:00pm
Startlight Theatre

Get Your Tickets HERE for Cirque Under the Stars. If you qualify for free tickets, email Encounter@ArtsKC.org to redeem your benefits for September 10!

The next ArtsKC Encounter presented by CommunityAmerica Credit Union is now open for registration! Join us on Thursday, September 10 for Cirque Under the Stars . We’ve partnered with Starlight Theatre and Center Stage to bring you a daring evening of circus acts and urban dance.  If you enjoyed Commoners and Kings, you’ll love Cirque Under the Stars.  Cost is $40 for Non-Members, $20 for ArtsKC Encounter Members.  Free tickets available for those who qualify, see the Encounter Benefits page for details.

Now Showing – Artist of the Week

Meet Mark Mohr

Each week ArtsKC will bring you a featured artist in our Now Showing  Program.  This week’s artist is Mark Mohr.  He is a painter, specializing in watercolors and oils.  

Mark grew up in Wichita, KS, and graduated from Wichita State University with a BFA in Design.  After spending some years in commercial art, his focus turned to painting cityscapes and landscapes. His passion is evidenced in watercolor and oils.

Mark has been a member of the Now Showing program since its origin.  He is quick to recognize the value and is grateful that he, along with other local artists, have opportunities to present their work to area companies.  He considers it a privilege to expose new viewers to original artwork.

To see more of his work visit mohrart.com.

Are you a business or artist interested in joining Now Showing?  Visit our website or contact Erinn Faulconer at Faulconer@ArtsKC.org. 

Painting courtesy of Mark Mohr.