Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

Financing involved near 50-50 split of public, private money

Now that The Smith Center for the Performing Arts has opened its doors, it marks the metaphorical world premiere of a symphony written to incorporate public and private funds, working in concert in a way even a master composer would appreciate. The $470 million Smith Center symphony began in the mid-’90s when a group of community leaders gathered to discuss “building a world-class performing arts center.”

Culinary artistry on display at center

Followers of the arts already know plenty of music, drama and dance will be on the menu at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. But they may not know that charcuterie, jambalaya and Louisiana-style fried chicken will be on the menu as well.

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