AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMarching Arts: E.D. White’s Cardinal Vanguard won the 2026 LMEA Class 3C state title, sweeping all five caption awards. Dance: Alonzo King LINES Ballet returns to New Orleans Saturday for the first time in 15 years, performing with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Festivals: Luna Fête is back in downtown New Orleans after skipping 2025, with giant puppets, art installations and a silent disco. Mardi Gras: Louisiana-born comedian Theo Von will reign as Bacchus king when the krewe rolls Feb. 7. Visual Arts: Lafayette’s Hilliard Art Museum has named Jonathan Boelkins curator as it prepares for expansion; his first exhibition is planned for spring 2027. Southwest Louisiana’s Region 5 Art Awards will honor local artists and arts organizations Friday in Lake Charles. Live Music: King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard announced a New Orleans tour date for Oct. 8, 2027. Country Music: Sammy Kershaw accepted a CMA apology and invitation to the awards’ red carpet after his credential request was rejected.
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