The Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville proudly announces the selection of the 2020 class of Periscope: Artist Entrepreneur Training, an annual program that empowers working artists to see their creative practice through an entrepreneurial lens. This year’s class consists of 25 artists working in a broad variety of disciplines including visual art, photography,… Read more »
This week, the entire Nashville community was impacted by the tornadoes that destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses. The shining light afterward has been the willingness of people throughout our community to come together, donate money and goods, and to volunteer with cleanup and recovery . To help, ABC has created an online resource with… Read more »
In response to the novel COVID-19 crisis and ongoing tornado relief efforts in the greater Nashville area, the Arts & Business Council continues to compile resources for artists and creative entrepreneurs. We will monitor ongoing tornado relief efforts as well as the most recent public health recommendations regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and provide periodic updates on… Read more »
It’s Leap Day weekend, which means we all get an extra 24 hours to enjoy Nashville’s arts and cultural community. This weekend, TPAC presents the esteemed Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the Nashville Symphony presents Dee Dee Bridgewater with Bill Charlap, and the Nashville Ballet hosts the illustrious Ballet Ball. And that’s just the tip… Read more »
The sun is finally shining, but it won’t last long! Rain returns Monday so this weekend is the perfect time to take advantage of a break in the weather. The Jefferson Street Art Crawl returns Saturday night with art on display at Woodcuts Framing & Gallery and One Drop Ink Tattoo. OZ Arts presents bold… Read more »
It’s a lovely weekend to enjoy the arts! Let your attitude be changed with a special performance of the Nashville Ballet’s Attitude: Other Voices examining gender identity and stereotypes. Let your heart be filled with art at the Germantown Art Crawl and live out loud with a free performance of the Nashville Opera’s Opera OUT… Read more »
It’s a snowy winter weekend in Nashville, but don’t let the cold keep you at home! There’s plenty of arts activities worth braving the weather to attend over the next few days. See the dynamic musical duo (and ABC board members!) Louis York make history live onstage at the Grand Ole Opry this Friday. Experience… Read more »
Fans of visual art will be pleased to know that this weekend is jam-packed with art crawls and art balls, opening receptions and closings of shows. Tri-Star Arts presents The Art Ball and Art Ball Afterparty, fundraisers for the forthcoming Tennessee Triennial for Contemporary Art. Meanwhile, Downtown Nashville and Wedgewood-Houston both host art crawls on… Read more »
Are you interested in the Arts & Business Council’s Periscope: Artist Entrepreneur Training? Perhaps you have a few questions about the program and what it entails? Well, you’ve come to the right place! This blog post explains what the program is, who it’s for, how to apply, and what to expect if you’re accepted. What… Read more »
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become an art collector? Maybe you want to start your own collection, but you’re daunted by where to start? This Saturday, enjoy a delicious brunch while learning more about collecting art from two local collectors, Brian and Carolyn Jobe, with selected works from their collection on display…. Read more »