Their doors may be closed but arts organizations are trying their best to stay active in a new way, which, of course, means generating online content, from broadcasting full concerts to providing educational material for youngsters and adults. Two music nonprofits, Agarita Chamber Players and the Musical Bridges Around the World, have taken the lead in using the internet to …

By JASMINA WELLINGHOFF, Editor — The majority of arts organizations operate as nonprofits and, as such, depend on a combination of income sources to carry out their missions. Ticket sales, grants, and donations large and small, all play a role. But at present, when theaters, concert halls, galleries and museums are all closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19, there …

One thing we should be grateful for at this time of social isolation is that we can still go outside to walk or run, get some fresh air and enjoy sunshine. At this time of the year the temperatures are just right for spending time outdoors. So, my husband and I have been taking brisk daily walks around the neighborhood, …

By now, everyone knows that most non-essential businesses have been asked to close and that includes theaters, concert venues, museums, galleries, libraries and other arts and cultural institutions. But there’s some good news! The City of San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture has teamed up with the Luminaria Artist Foundation to launch the Corona Arts Relief Program, which will …

By JASMINA WELLINGHOFF, Editor — The Public Theater of San Antonio was ready to open the San Antonio premiere of the musical “Bright Star” just when the health and civic authorities told us to stay home and avoid mixing with other people to prevent the spread of COVID -19. The huge show, involving 36 creative team members, including actors, musicians …

By JASMINA WELLINGHOFF, Editor — Joël Dilley has the reputation for being “reclusive,” yet the virtuoso jazz bassist and composer is wide open to new ideas in music and beyond. Reviewers have long recognized his inclination – and ability – to tell stories through music and his newest project is a good example. Titled “Wall in the Desert” the music …

While most of us are “sheltering in place” and working from home, arts organizations are trying to reinvent the way they interact with audiences by reaching out to patrons online. So, there is actually quite a bit to explore this weekend. The Briscoe Western Art Museum is leading the way with its annual Night of Artists Exhibition and Art Sale, …

As the concern over the spread of COVID-19 grows, health organizations such as the CDC and the World Health Organization, as well as government officials at all levels, are urging Americans to practice “social distancing” and stay home as much as possible. As a consequence, arts and cultural institutions have been cancelling events and temporarily closing their doors. It is …

Yesterday we wrote a News Roundup about a few events that were going to proceed as planned. But then, email after email flooded our inbox with announcements of closing and postponing shows, exhibits and concerts to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and follow the directives issued by the authorities. The Tobin Center is rescheduling all its shows, the folk-dance …

By NICOLAS SABALA, Contributor Friends of Sound is normally a low-key store with an impeccable selection of 45s but last Saturday it was transformed into a live music venue that was bustling with musicians, record label staff and event volunteers. As the event began there was a surge of sights, sounds and motion. Guitars, drums and amplifiers were stacked hastily …