Charleston artists organize for professional development
New Lowcountry arts group getting off the ground
Charleston performing artists are raising the bar of excellence with the recent tourism boom. The demand for corporate and special event entertainment is on the rise. Local musicians, dancers, comedians, and even illusionists have become a powerful resource for destination management companies and event planners seeking to attract and entertain their guests with Charleston flair.
With the closing of the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts, musicians and entertainers have realized the need for a catalyst for professional development and networking. Local sister duo Gracie & Lacy started a Facebook group, and soon meetings were on the books to gather Charleston’s creative scene once a month—artists such as Tesoro, Irene Rose, Thomas Bailey, Russell Anderson, Mt. Pleasant Community Arts Center, Backpack Journalist, Lowcountry Pianist, Jason Thompson and many more have attended. Gatherings have been hosted at the Main Library on Calhoun St. and the new Cannon St. Arts Center.
The idea is to foster a community where the artists enjoy networking, coffee, and educational sessions geared toward growing sustainable careers here in the Lowcountry. The next meeting is scheduled for April 13th at the Main Library from 10 a.m. to noon with guest speaker Adam Bradley, videographer from Fox 24, speaking on “How To Create A Powerful Demo Video.” The sessions are free and open to all.
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Charleston Area Performing Artists Gathering
- Guest Speaker: Adam Bradley, Fox 24
- “How To Create A Powerful Video Demo”
- April 13th – 10AM-12Noon
- Charleston County Library Main Branch (68 Calhoun St, Charleston)
- Free Event – Limited Space, RSVP to info@gracieandlacy.com