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State of Art is a weekly program covering arts, entertainment, and culture in the Anchorage area.
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Sep 30 2024
2024 Alaska Writers and Illustrators Conference this weekend | State of Art
It will include workshops, speakers and critique sessions and is geared toward writers and illustrators in any stage of their career.
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Sep 30 2024
2024 Alaska Writers and Illustrators Conference this weekend | State of Art
It will include workshops, speakers and critique sessions and is geared toward writers and illustrators in any stage of their career.
Sep 27 2024
New chamber music organization combines indigenous perspectives, multi-media and education| State of Art
Alaska Resounding will have their first concert on Sunday at the Anchorage Museum. Artist Crystal Worl will create live work during the event.
Sep 23 2024
Local band SunDog has big things in store for fall | State of Art
The band has an album release show at Bear Tooth for First Tap, a West Coast tour and a music festival in Iceland.
Sep 14 2024
The Jephries go darker on new album | State of Art
The Anchorage trio has been firmly establishing themselves in the Anchorage music scene for over a decade.
Sep 11 2024
Anchorage Festival of Music's 'Dragons and Dungeons' concerts this weekend | State of Art
These two performances at a private residence promise baroque songs and instrumentals about dragons performed on period instruments.
Sep 7 2024
An actor's son survived cancer, so he wrote a play to give others hope | State of Art
James Morrison has found success on stage and screen, but his most important role might be playing himself.
Aug 30 2024
Cyrano's 'Meteor Shower' promises surreal humor and thoughtful laughs | State of Art
Written by comedic legend and actor Steve Martin, the play follows two couples spending the evening together as things take an unexpected turn.
Aug 17 2024
Irreverent local web series returns with new episodes | State of Art
“Matt and Megan and Mike don’t give a F***” is a borderline nihilistic comedy with surreal elements and Anchorage talent.
Aug 3 2024
Upcoming event to celebrate the past, present and future of Anchorage's music scene | State of Art
The event will feature memorabilia, an open mic and more. Organizer Emma Hill tells host Ammon Swenson what to expect and how to get involved.
Jul 25 2024
Biking 900 miles down a frozen river: Local author discusses how he writes children's books based on true Alaska stories | State of Art
Matthew Lasley talks about how growing up in the Bush informs his characters and about his journey to become a children’s book author.
Jul 19 2024
Saucy Yoda performing vinyl release show this weekend | State of Art
The punk and hip-hop influenced party band recently released the album "Who They Are."
Jul 13 2024
This museum exhibit is a love letter to AK's boarding culture | State of Art
Northern Boarders gives visitors a glimpse into the world of snowboarding and skateboarding by showcasing the artistic side of the sports.
Jul 6 2024
Award-winning true crime author discusses his craft and 'The Alaskan Blonde' | State of Art
James Bartlett will be presenting workshops at the Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival this month.
Jun 21 2024
Local play selected for L.A. theater festival | State of Art
Playwright Kristen Ritter's "Blanche Stuart Scott" is a historical comedy about a daring woman's ambitious road trip across America in 1910.
Jun 15 2024
Catch these downtown jazz concerts all summer long | State of Art
Concerts are Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Peratrovich Park and features local jazz talent.
Jun 1 2024
Discussing 'The Queen of Fairbanks' with author Tricia Brown | State of Art
Brown's new book reflects on the life and legacy of Irene Sherman, "America's farthest north bag lady."
May 24 2024
Crafting children's stories with Brooke Hartman | State of Art
With works like "The Littlest Airplane" and "Klyde the Kraken Wants a Friend," Hartman hopes to educate, inspire and entertain.
May 18 2024
Meet UAA's 2024 student commencement speaker | State of Art
Now that her time at UAA is done, Katie Scoggin hopes to help underrepresented groups while continuing to make music.
May 3 2024
First Friday exhibition shows the intimate nature of analogue photos | State of Art
Brianna Toomer's first solo exhibition not only showcases her art, but allows a full sensory experience of looking at physical photos.
Apr 25 2024
Anchorage Opera's 'La Traviata' opens this weekend
With a tragic love story and familiar music, the production promises to be the perfect introduction to opera and a unique take on a classic.