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Guide to Giving: Arts Council of Big Sky
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In 1988, a group of like-minded Big Sky residents came together with an idea: to bring world-class arts and music to the growing resort community.
That summer, the Miami New World Symphony performed in the Meadow Village, and the following year the organization – then called the Big Sky Association for the Arts – was granted federal nonprofit status.
Now called the Arts Council of Big Sky, the group is celebrating its 25th anniversary of bringing music and arts to the mountains. What started as a purely volunteer-driven group is now a full-fledged dynamic organization with one full time and two part time staff members, along with a dedicated board and volunteer base.
This summer, ACBS will bring 13 events to Big Sky – all but one of them free – and programming is continually expanding to meet the needs of this burgeoning mountain community.
Over the years, ACBS has supported the Big Sky community in a number of ways, including purchasing instruments for Ophir School’s string program, and inviting artists to the school for uplifting and inspiring performances for the next generation.
ACBS also produced two sold-out concerts at the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center this winter and held an art auction that generated more than $50,000 in original artwork sales – something unprecedented in Big Sky. Next December, the organization is bringing Montana Ballet’s “Nutcracker” to Big Sky.
The Arts Council is proud of what’s been accomplished in the past 25 years, and is excited for the future, said ACBS Director Brian Hurlbut.
To be a part of that future – whether by making a donation, joining the board of directors, or volunteering – please call (406) 995-2742 or visit bigskyarts.org.
The Arts Council of Big Sky is supported by Creighton Block Gallery.
Megan Paulson is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Outlaw Partners.
Upcoming Events
march, 2024
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Children
born on or after September 11, 2019: 4K enrollment is now open for
families that have a 4-year-old they would like to enroll in our program for
the 2023-2024 school year. Please complete the 4K Interest Form to
express your interest. Completing this form does not guarantee enrollment into
the 4K program. Enrollment is capped at twenty 4-year-olds currently
residing within Big Sky School District boundary full time and will be
determined by birth date in calendar order of those born on or after September
11, 2018. Interest form closes on May 30th.
Enrollment now is critical for fall preparations. Thank you!
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February 26 (Monday) - April 21 (Sunday)
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My Barking Dog is a nightmare comedy
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My Barking Dog is a nightmare comedy that tells the story of Toby and Melinda, two lonely people whose lives are forever changed the night they encounter a starving coyote at their apartment building. Over time they grow to expect him, leaving ritual offerings to entice the coyote every night. Toby and Melinda forge a connection over this visitor and share curiosity and concern about his presence in the city. The coyote expands their world–until, one night, their world is shattered. Their lives are pushed suddenly into uncharted territory, sending them on a surreal odyssey that changes their city–and the world–forever.
Directed by LX Miller. Starring Max Schneider and Denise Hergett
Verge Theater is continuing their mission to provide accessible theater to our community. Tickets for My Barking Dog are Pay What You Wish with a suggested price of $35. Audience members are offered the opportunity to select the price point that is comfortable for them when purchasing tickets.
My Barking Dog runs March 15-17, 22-24, 28-30
Performances on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays begin at 7:00 p.m., with Sunday matinees offered at 3:00 p.m.
Suitable for ages 16 . No animals are harmed in the staging of this production.
Tickets are available online at www.vergetheater.com
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15 (Friday) 7:00 pm - 30 (Saturday) 8:30 pm
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Verge Theater
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Saturday, March 23rd 6:00-8:00pm We will combine the heart-opening powers of cacao with the transcendental powers of breathwork and sound. Together, these practices will give us the opportunity for a deep
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Saturday, March 23rd 6:00-8:00pm
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March 23 (Saturday) 6:00 pm - April 23 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm
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Santosha Wellness Center
169 Snowy Mountain Circle
29mar3:00 pm4:00 pmGood Friday Mass: St. Joseph Catholic Mission3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Event City:Big Sky
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Friday of the Passion of the Lord St. Joseph Catholic Mission
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Friday of the Passion of the Lord
St. Joseph Catholic Mission
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(Friday) 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm