by Doug Dreisbach | Nov 5, 2025 | ACTORS THEATRE OF LOUISVILLE, FRONT PAGE, Kentucky Performing Arts, LOUISVILLE BALLET, LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA
The holidays are shining bright in Louisville! From dazzling light displays and heartwarming stage productions to concerts that bring the spirit of the season to life, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season. Whether you’re laughing along with Elf at Derby Dinner Playhouse, taking in the timeless beauty of The Nutcracker, or rocking out with JD McPherson and Sara Evans, Louisville’s stages are bursting with seasonal joy.
So grab your coat, gather your friends and family, and experience the magic of the holidays all across the city — because there’s no place like Louisville for the holidays!
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by Doug Dreisbach | Oct 1, 2025 | ACTORS THEATRE OF LOUISVILLE, FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET
Amelia Acosta Powell (Artistic Director) and Emily Tarquin (Managing Director) recently took on new leadership roles at Actors Theatre.
Two of Louisville’s most storied arts institutions are beginning a new chapter. The Louisville Ballet and Actors Theatre of Louisville — cornerstones of the city’s cultural identity — have both announced dynamic new leaders who promise to bring fresh vision, bold ideas, and renewed community connection.
In August, Louisville Ballet named Kentucky native Anthony Krutzkamp as its new Artistic Director, beginning September 15. Just weeks later, Actors Theatre confirmed a dual leadership model, appointing Amelia Acosta Powell as Artistic Director and Emily Tarquin as Managing Director. Together, these announcements signal an exciting infusion of energy into Louisville’s performing arts scene as both organizations look ahead to milestone seasons.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Aug 14, 2025 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET
Louisville Ballet is proud to announce the appointment of Anthony Krutzkamp as its new Artistic Director, effective October 1. A nationally recognized artistic leader, choreographer, and former principal dancer, Krutzkamp was selected following a rigorous national search process.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Apr 22, 2025 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET
Louisville Ballet invites audiences to immerse themselves in a season of Favorites + Fantasies, where enchantment, passion, and mystery unfold on stage.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Dec 21, 2024 | FRONT PAGE, interviews
Louisville’s vibrant arts scene thrives on the vision and passion of its leaders, each shaping the city’s creative landscape in unique ways. To celebrate the kick off of Audience Magazine in print, we caught up with seven trailblazing leaders of local arts organizations to explore their inspirations, challenges, and hopes for the future. From fostering community engagement to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression, these visionaries reveal what it takes to keep the arts alive and flourishing in Louisville.
Each interview is available to read or listen to in its entirety below. Enjoy and see you at a show soon!
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