Organizations

ACTORS' GUILD OF LEXINGTON

Actor's Guild of Lexington, Inc. is a 12-year-old theater company with a mission to produce compelling contemporary theater for the region.

CENTRAL KENTUCKY YOUTH CHORUS

The Central Kentucky Youth Chorus provides talented musicians of Central Kentucky, grades four and up, with individual musical skill development and ensemble experience through the study, rehearsal and performance of quality choral literature. This award-winning chorus strives to develop each chorister's sense of self-worth and self-discipline, and foster enthusiasm for music and the fine arts.

CENTRAL KENTUCKY YOUTH ORCHESTRAS

The Central Kentucky Youth Orchestras sponsor two groups for young musicians in the Bluegrass area. The Symphony Orchestra, founded in 1947, is comprised primarily of outstanding high school-aged musicians. The Concert Orchestra, founded in 1968, incorporates the most talented middle school musicians.

HEADLEY-WHITNEY MUSEUM

Established in 1968 by the late artist/designer, George W. Headley, the museum offers a variety of exhibitions that feature contemporary work from regional artists, traveling exhibits from other museums and private collections.

LEXINGTON CHAPTER OF SWEETADELINES, INTERNATIONAL

This award-winning all-female group teaches its members to sing in four-part harmony, barbershop style. It regularly brings "fun" to area retirement and nursing homes and gives many community and civic performances.

LEXINGTON CHILDREN'S THEATER

Lexington Children's Theater is recognized as the State Children's Theater of Kentucky. This company of professional adult actors, directors, designers and educators offer quality live theater to young people across the Commonwealth.

LEXINGTON PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

In its fourth decade, the Lexington Philharmonic performs more than 90 times annually. It has become a cornerstone of the arts in Central Kentucky.

LIVING ARTS AND SCIENCE CENTER

The Living Arts and Science Center was incorporated in 1968 to satisfy the artistic and scientific curiosity of young people and adults through classes, exhibits and outreach programs in the community. Each year, LASC continues to expand its creative offerings to reach further into the community through programs for special needs and at-risk students. In 1997 more than 16,000 children, many on scholarships, took classes and attended exhibits designed to enliven creative instincts, stimulate thinking, and awaken a sense of wonder.

OPERA OF CENTRAL KENTUCKY, INC.

Opera of Central Kentucky, Inc. is a company of professional singers, directors, conductors and technical staff from the Bluegrass area.

LEXINGTON BALLET COMPANY

The professional stature of the Lexington Ballet Company has positioned the 17-year-old group as a cultural leader in the state.

LEXINGTON SINGERS

Founded 38 years ago by nine local musicians, the Lexington Singers are now 120 voices strong. They combine their talents with the Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra in community performances throughout the year.

LEXINGTON ART LEAGUE

Lexington Art League is the oldest visual arts organization in the Bluegrass. Its purpose is to encourage an active interest in the visual arts among its members and the community.

MITCHELL FINE ARTS CENTER

On the Transylvania University campus, the Mitchell Fine Arts Center contains a 1,050-seat auditorium as well as a 250-seat theater and gallery for exhibits and displays of fine art.

OTIS A. SINGLETARY CENTER FOR THE ARTS

A keystone of the University of Kentucky campus, the Otis A. Singletary Center for the Arts serves as a premiere venue for the performing arts. The center schedules faculty and student recitals, guest artists and concerts of interest to the community throughout the year.

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