The Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra is proud to announce its 76th concert season, a year of live orchestral music that promises to move, thrill and inspire audiences in Abilene and across the Big Country. Under the direction of Music Director and Conductor David Itkin, the orchestra’s 2026-2027 season delivers a wide-ranging program that reflects a continued commitment to … [Read more...]
Young Audiences of Abilene Inspires Creativity Through Arts Education
Young Audiences of Abilene continues to make a lasting impact on local students through creative arts programming, meaningful partnerships and educational outreach across the Big Country. This spring, one of the organization’s most exciting projects took place at Bassetti Elementary School through the RAISE grant program, bringing theatre arts directly into the classroom and … [Read more...]
America 250: On View at the Grace Museum January 17, 2026 – November 28, 2026
The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in the United States. To mark this momentous anniversary, The Grace Museum is celebrating America’s semi quincentennial through a yearlong history exhibition highlighting our journey through the last 250 years. Visitors to the museum’s third floor can explore our country’s shared … [Read more...]
Inspiring Young Artists: The Impact of CCA ArtCamps
At the Center for Contemporary Arts, summer ArtCamps have become far more than a seasonal activity; they are an important creative outlet for young people across the Big Country. Each year, the CCA’s ArtCamps provide children with opportunities to explore artistic expression, build confidence and connect with professional working artists and teachers in a welcoming, accessible … [Read more...]
Paramount Brings Beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein Classic to Stage
This June, the Paramount Theatre is proud to present its 33rd Annual Summer Musical, “The Sound of Music.” The Paramount’s production of this beloved stage musical will feature 32 community actors, a professional production team and live orchestra, all local to Abilene and the immediate surrounding area. Based on the memoir of Maria von Trapp and set during the Anschluss of … [Read more...]