Dispatches

“It was a tremendous collaborative experience, both musically and socially.” Jill Anderson, co-conductor with Cricket Handler of Canzona Women’s Ensemble, says members of the group felt very welcomed during their…

SLO County Arts and the City of San Luis Obispo’s Public Art Program are hosting a series of five lectures featuring notable local artists, educators, and curators exploring the stories…

The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County has published its 2023 Community Impact Report, detailing the effects of its programs and initiatives on the lives of people in the community…

Four sensational productions promise a variety of theatrical experiences this summer as PCPA’s Summer Season 60 begins. Little Shop of Horrors, which has already played the Marian Theatre in Santa…

Santa Maria Civic Theatre has announced its 66th season of plays and musicals. Godspell directed by Janelle Steller is scheduled August 9-25. Savannah Sipping Society directed by Jo Grande is…

San Luis Obispo has issued a Request for Proposals to add art to up to 10 public utility boxes in the city. The Box Art Program is accepting submissions from…

Deadline for proposals: June 15, 2024. The City of Arroyo Grande and Arroyo Grande Public Art are accepting proposals from local artists for the latest round of Arroyo Grande’s “Art…

The San Luis Obispo International Film Festival, which celebrated its 30th festival from April 25 to 30, saw its biggest attendance ever with more than 7,000 attendees, while showcasing a…

A film telling the story of a brash businessman from Tokyo who struggles to navigate his place on a ranch in Montana was named Best Narrative Feature at the SLO…

This event is scheduled June 15, 2024. Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) and Solvang Theaterfest are celebrating two significant milestones this year: PCPA turns 60 and Solvang Theaterfest turns 50. A…