Creative Nexus Kickoff
Sat, Sep 28
|Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Cent
Experience a vibrant evening of art with, and for, BIPOC and LGBTQ artists.
Time & Location
Sep 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM EDT
Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Cent, 525 Kumquat Ct, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA
About the event
Join us for the launch of the Creative Nexus Series, designed for BIPOC and LGBTQ artists. The evening begins with an Opening Artist Reception at 6:00 PM, featuring the works of Alfredo Garcia. Enjoy an insightful artist talk led by Guest MC Jess Pope, who will delve into Garcia's creative inspirations and processes. The reception will set the stage for a dynamic lineup of performances, showcasing a diverse array of music, poetry, and visual arts from artists like David Muñoz, Lyla June, IAM, and the featured act, Jah Movement.
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct, Sarasota, FL 34236
Kickoff Event Schedule:
6:00pm: Opening reception for Gallery Exhibition of Alfredo Garcia's Work with Music by David Muñoz
6:30pm: Artist Conversation and Q&A with Alfredo Garcia and MC Jess Pope
7:00pm: Welcome and Introduction to the Creative Nexus
7:10pm: Spoken Word Poet IAM
7:20pm: Lyla June
8:20pm: Jah Movement
9:20 pm - 9:30 pm: Closing Remarks
This event is a collaboration with WSLR+Fogartyville and Emerge Sarasota, and is sponsored by the Live Music Society. It’s not just an event —it’s an immersive experience designed to connect and celebrate the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of diverse artists. Don’t miss this inspiring evening in the heart of Sarasota’s artistic community!