Express Yourself with Hip Hop – Special Accommodations Workshop
Hattiesburg Community Arts Center 825 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesFeaturing Shaheed, DJ Supreme and Akil The MC of Jurassic 5 Presented in partnership with City of Hattiesburg Parks and Recreation Deejaying. Emceeing. Breakdancing. & Graffiti Art. Experience the positive ways the four elements of Hip Hop can get your creative juices flowing with this FREE event FOR ALL AGES. Wear comfortable clothes to get […]
Express Yourself with Hip Hop – Workshop Event
Hattiesburg Community Arts Center 825 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesFeaturing Shaheed, DJ Supreme and Akil The MC of Jurassic 5 Presented in partnership with City of Hattiesburg Parks and Recreation Deejaying. Emceeing. Breakdancing. & Graffiti Art. Experience the positive ways the four elements of Hip Hop can get your creative juices flowing with this FREE event FOR ALL AGES. Wear comfortable clothes to get […]
King Creole – An FSFX Pop Up Event
Hattiesburg Community Arts Center 825 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesThe FestivalSouth Film Expo (FSFX) celebrates “the king’s” 90th birthday with his favorite film role in King Creole. Elvis is joined by host of Hollywood stars in what is often considered his best performance. Presley plays Danny Fisher who is denied his high school diploma because of a schoolyard fight and is unsure how he's […]
Artie’s World of Color
Oak Grove Library 4958 Old Hwy 11, Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesArtie Events for Families returns with a vibrant kickoff event with our friends at Oak Grove Public Library. Enjoy interactive arts experiences through hands-on art, dance, music, and much more! Meet Artie in person at this spectacular opening event that will be fun for the whole family!
Yonder – Featuring works by Ricardo Moody
Prospect on Main 522 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesEnjoy a FestivalTalk with the FestivalSouth featured artist, Ricardo Moody, followed by a reception and viewing of his show, created especially for the sixteenth season of the festival. Get an up close and personal look at this year’s commemorative artwork, “Celebration.” Runs May 1 - June 30 Open Thursday and Saturday 11-3
Elvis: A King-Sized Celebration
Mannoni Performing Arts Center Auditorium 107 Southern Dr., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesIn honor of Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday, we present Elvis: A King-Sized Celebration, featuring Victor Trevino Jr., winner of the 2022 Graceland ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist.’ Accompanied by dancers, backup vocals, and the FestivalOrchestra, Victor will bring Elvis’s biggest hits to life in an electrifying performance. Having starred in Elvis Lives and Las Vegas’s Legends […]
Majesty of the Opera
Westminster Presbyterian Church 115 N 25th Ave., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesFeaturing the Meistersingers in Concert Step into the grand, immersive world of opera with The Meistersingers as they present an evening of powerful, timeless choruses from the world’s most beloved operas. Join us for a journey through iconic works, featuring the fiery energy of The Anvil Chorus from Il Trovatore, the passion and vigor of […]
PICTURE THIS! with Jesse Johnson
Hattiesburg Community Arts Center 825 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesJoin FestivalSouth photographer, Jesse Johnson, for a fun-filled morning of creativity and exploration through Polaroid photography. This exciting event is designed for young artists to learn the art of instant photography while capturing their unique perspectives of the world around them. This event is limited to 15 participants.
CREATE OUT LOUD with Artie and Abi
Hattiesburg Community Arts Center 825 Main St., Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesLet your imagination run wild in this fun-filled afternoon of creativity with the talented Abigail Allen! Children are invited to explore the magical worlds of art and drama by transforming simple cardboard into stunning, one-of-a-kind masks. Guided by Abi’s expertise and infectious energy, young artists will craft vibrant creations that bring their ideas to life. […]
Sgraffito – A Decorative Pottery Workshop Featuring Melanie Eubanks
Sgraffito is a technique for decorating clay objects by carving through a layer of one color into a clay of a different color. The result is a two-toned image or pattern. Experience this process by decorating a plate with teacher and artist Melanie Eubanks. You will come away with a finished piece that can be […]
Harmonious Layers: The Art of Collage and Sculpture
Downey Gallery at University Baptist Church 3200 Arlington Loop, Hattiesburg, MS, United StatesOpening Reception Featuring sculpture by Mark Brown and collage by Rebekah Stark Johnson This exhibit highlights the deep connection between Rebekah’s collages and Mark’s sculptural works, both of which are profoundly influenced by their passion for music. The similar color palettes used in their creations suggest a harmonious relationship between the two artists, reflecting a […]