Music, an ageless companion to the human experience, has a profound impact on our thinking abilities, emotional well-being, and social development. Engaging in music lessons, whether in childhood or adulthood, offers a variety of benefits that extend far beyond the ability to play an instrument well. Let’s explore how...
Why One Guitar Is Never Enough
If you’re a guitarist—or aspire to be one—guitar collecting is practically a rite of passage. Who needs minimalism when you can have a 12-string acoustic next to your neon-green metal shredder? Owning a lot of guitars isn’t just a hobby; it’s a lifestyle. And...
Join us on February 22 from 2-3 p.m. for an art reception for Pups and People in the Bay County Public Library lobby. Chat with the artists about their work and process! The program is free and open to the public to attend. Light refreshments will be provided. The...
Attending musical theatre can offer a wide range of benefits for all ages, embracing both entertainment and personal development. Here are some key advantages:
Cultural Enrichment: Musical theatre often explores diverse themes, cultures, and historical periods, providing audiences with a broader understanding of the world. This includes music, dance, and storytelling.
Artistic...
By Ed Offley
Visitors to Pier Park beginning this month will have the opportunity of learning about the enormous variety of sea life in the Gulf of Mexico as they walk from the east parking lot to the storefronts on Pier Park Drive.
Thanks to a private partnership between Pier Park...
Emerald Coast Theatre Company’s (ECTC) signature event, “La Vie En Rouge,” held on Friday, March 7 raised $54,193 for the local organization.
Embodied after the hit musical, Moulin Rouge!, the event brought the glitz and glamour of a 19th-century Parisian cabaret to the Emerald Coast. From entry to exit, guests were delighted with spotlight performances sponsored...
By Anna Fisher, Associate Artistic and Education Director, Emerald Coast Theatre Company
We just closed our 10th season with a sold out run of one of my absolute favorite musicals, “Sound of Music.” It was a little bit magical to end 10 years of incredible shows with such a profoundly beautiful...
Music is often described as the universal language, transcending barriers of culture, language, and geography. Yet, its role extends far beyond communication—it serves as an expression of love and connection that resonates deeply within the human soul. The love language of music is a powerful medium through which emotions...
Book review by Jack Smith
If you are a fan of historical novels, you could do worse than reading Jeff Shaara. Jeff is the New York Times best-selling author who finished his father Michael Shaara’s Pulitzer-winning trilogy on the Civil War. His father’s novel, “Killer Angel,” was completed with Jeff’s...
From Panama City’s first City Hall to a police station and courthouse, the Visual Arts Center, and now the Center for the Arts, 19 East 4th Street is one of Downtown Panama City's most iconic landmarks. This year, the building is set to celebrate its monumental 100th anniversary with...
