They provide the greater Appalachian area with cultural experiences for both artists and audience. Their first production was The Kentucky Cycle in Breaks Interstate Park in July 2002. Community involvement was so powerful and awe inspiring that ACT has become a leader in the arts in the Appalachian area. Community volunteers led the way as actors, costumers, set designers, musicians, cooks, and audience members. There is talent and interest in these mountains as well as the desire and work ethic to fulfill this community dream.
ACT’s Educational Youth Program goals are to instill in our youth an appreciation of their cultural heritage, enhance their appreciation of the arts, and enhance local pride, self esteem, confidence, and compassion. After school, Saturday & Summer Camp Classes.
Lexington Children’s Theatre offers wonderful shows for children and their families. The season begins in September and runs through May. Share the experience of theater with a young person.
The Mission of the Market House Theatre is to enhance the quality of life in our community by providing a "hands on" artistic experience for people of all ages.
The final performance audience of Best Christmas Pageant Ever and the last audience to sit in the seats that were made over a hundred years ago. New seats will greet audiences in 2010!
The 240-seat proscenium theater is a model of adaptive use. 141 Kentucky Ave., in the historic Market House. Offers a variety of performances and productions throughout the year. Drama and live musical performances enhance the spirit of this historic rivertown.
West Kentucky Community & Technical College (WKCTC) presents national touring productions of theatre, dance, and music as well as acoustic musicians in a casual coffeehouse setting.
Established in 1984, Actors’ Guild of Lexington offers compelling contemporary theatre for the region. AGL is Lexington’s only professional nonprofit theatre for adult audiences. They present six plays per season and offer more performances than any other arts group - over 100 per year.
Founded in 1957, the Yeiser Art Center is a nonprofit, educational organization whose purpose is promoting the creation and the appreciation of the visual arts.
