AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCountry Music: Louisiana native Sammy Kershaw accepted the CMA’s apology and invitation to attend its awards, saying the dispute raised a bigger question about honoring the artists who built country music. Live Music: Lake Charles has a busy weekend ahead, with comedian Matt Mathews and ’90s country stars on the bill; Smiley LIVE is also bringing zydeco music to the stage. Dance: Groundbreaking Alonzo King LINES Ballet returns to New Orleans for the first time in 15 years. Festivals & Arts: Luna Fête, New Orleans’ nighttime arts festival, is back after skipping 2025, with giant puppets, installations and a silent disco planned for the Warehouse District. Lafayette’s Hilliard Art Museum has hired a new curator as it prepares for a major expansion, while Southwest Louisiana’s Region 5 Art Awards will spotlight local creatives. Holiday Season: Shreveport-Bossier has unveiled its lineup of holiday events along the Red River. Roomie’s Merry Market brings more than 80 vendors and a holiday concert to Southeastern Louisiana University this weekend.
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