The Tennessee Arts Commission announces this school year’s Poetry Out Loud program, a national recitation competition that encourages Tennessee high school students to explore poetry, develop public speaking skills, and […]
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Important Dates for FY28 Annual Grant Application Cycle
From Ann Brown, Associate Director of Grants Mark your calendars with important dates below for Fiscal Year 2028 Annual Grants. October 9, 2026 – FY28 Annual Applications open in the […]
Join Us: Tennessee Arts Commission Fall 2026 Grants Workshops
Save the dates! This fall, the Tennessee Arts Commission is hitting the road with free grant workshops in communities across the state. Commission staff will walk you through upcoming grant […]
Nashville actor Lauren Berst Awarded FY27 IAF in Theatre
From Jared Morrison, Director of Performing Arts The Tennessee Arts Commission has awarded Lauren Berst its FY27 Individual Artist Fellowship in Theatre. A classically trained actor, producer and voiceover artist […]
Memphis dancer Lauryn Adair Awarded FY27 IAF in Dance
From Jared Morrison, Director of Performing Arts The Tennessee Arts Commission has awarded Lauryn Adair its Individual Artist Fellowship in Dance. A dancer, choreographer, and teaching artist based in Memphis, […]
New Staff Spotlight: Olivia Thompson
The Tennessee Arts Commission welcomes Olivia Thompson as Administrative Services Assistant III. Olivia supports state management transactions for Commission grants, including supplier set-up, performance and financial reports, and requests for […]