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| location = 495 W [[Dickson Street]], [[Fayetteville, AR|Fayetteville]] [[Arkansas]] |
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The '''Walton Arts Center''' |
The '''Walton Arts Center''' is a [[performing arts]] center located in [[Fayetteville, Arkansas]]. It opened in 1992 and is currently Arkansas' largest and busiest arts presenter. |
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The center is estimated to have cost about $13 million, which was made possible by a collaboration of the Walton Family Foundation, the university, the city, and the private sector.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Mission & History |url=https://waltonartscenter.org/about/mission-and-history/ |access-date=2023-10-20 |website=waltonartscenter.org |language=en}}</ref> |
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The facility currently houses three resident companies: Symphony of Northwest Arkansas, Trike Theatre for Youth, and Community Creative Center. In 2016, the facility was renovated and expanded with an additional {{formatnum:30000}} square feet.<ref name=":0" /> |
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== History == |
== History == |
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[[File:Fayetteville May 2017 17 (Walton Arts Center).jpg|thumb|The Walton Arts Center in May 2017]] |
[[File:Fayetteville May 2017 17 (Walton Arts Center).jpg|thumb|The Walton Arts Center in May 2017]] |
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The idea for the Walton Arts Center started in the 1980s with a donation from [[Sam Walton]] to the [[University of Arkansas]] for the creation of a performance space. |
The idea for the Walton Arts Center started in the 1980s with a donation from [[Sam Walton]] to the [[University of Arkansas]] for the creation of a performance space. After talking with the city of [[Fayetteville, AR|Fayetteville]], which was also looking for a multi-purpose space for conferences and special events, the corner of [[Dickson Street]] and North School Avenue was chosen for its location approximately halfway between downtown and the University. In 1986 the Walton Arts Center Council was formed with the task of the construction of the facility. |
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In 2009 Peter B. Lane was appointed the Center's third President/CEO.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fayettevilleflyer.com/2009/04/22/walton-arts-center-gets-new-leadership-initiatives/ |title=Walton Arts Center announces new leadership and initiatives |publisher=Fayetteville Flyer |date= |accessdate=2020-01-15}}</ref> |
In 2009 Peter B. Lane was appointed the Center's third President/CEO.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fayettevilleflyer.com/2009/04/22/walton-arts-center-gets-new-leadership-initiatives/ |title=Walton Arts Center announces new leadership and initiatives |publisher=Fayetteville Flyer |date= |accessdate=2020-01-15}}</ref> |
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In 2013 the Arkansas Music Pavilion |
In 2013 the Arkansas Music Pavilion was relocated to the city of [[Rogers, AR]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fayettevilleflyer.com/2013/05/28/wac-board-votes-to-move-arkansas-music-pavilion-to-rogers/ |title=WAC board votes to move Arkansas Music Pavilion to Rogers |publisher=Fayetteville Flyer |date=2013-05-28 |accessdate=2020-01-15}}</ref> |
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In 2014 construction of [[Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion]] was completed |
In 2014 construction of [[Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion]] was completed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fayettevilleflyer.com/2014/10/21/fayetteville-breaks-ground-on-downtown-parking-deck/ |title=Fayetteville breaks ground on downtown parking deck |publisher=Fayetteville Flyer |date=2014-10-21 |accessdate=2020-01-15}}</ref> |
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In 2016 a $23 Million renovation and expansion of the Walton Arts Center was completed.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.fayettevilleflyer.com/2016/10/07/walton-arts-center-plans-grand-re-opening-celebration-for-nov-19/|title=Walton Arts Center plans grand re-opening celebration for Nov. 19|work=Fayetteville Flyer|access-date=2018-05-15|language=en-US}}</ref> |
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==Resident Companies and Partner Organizations == |
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The Walton Arts Center, in addition to presenting seasons of performance and visual arts exhibitions, also hosts several resident organizations who also produce and present arts and education programs. |
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'''TheatreSquared''' was produced in [[Fayetteville, Arkansas]] and is nationally acclaimed, with their productions reaching 22,000 patrons each year. [[TheatreSquared]] is Northwest Arkansas's only year-round professional theatre and performs in the 175-seat theater at Walton Arts Center's Nadine Baum Studios. In 2011, TheatreSquared was recognized by the American Theatre Wing <ref>{{cite web|url=http://americantheatrewing.org/recipients/theatresquared/ |title=TheatreSquared | American Theatre Wing - TheatreSquared |publisher=American Theatre Wing |date=2019-12-20 |accessdate=2020-01-15}}</ref> founder of the [[Tony Awards]]. As part of a $34 million capital campaign, the company recently broke ground on a 50,000 square-foot facility to be completed in mid-2019 that will include two venues, offices, artists' apartments, production workspaces, and a public cafe.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.nwaonline.com/news/2017/jun/07/theatresquared-groundbreaking-set-for-j/?news|title=TheatreSquared groundbreaking set for June 23|work=NWADG.com|access-date=2018-05-15|language=en}}</ref> |
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'''SoNA''' the [[Symphony of Northwest Arkansas]] was founded in 2011,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fayettevilleflyer.com/2011/03/11/the-symphony-returns-to-northwest-arkansas-on-march-17/ |title=The symphony returns to Northwest Arkansas on March 17 |publisher=Fayetteville Flyer |date=2011-03-11 |accessdate=2020-01-15}}</ref> previously named North Arkansas Symphony in 1954. The not-for-profit organization has provided 60 years of musical performances and educational opportunities, under the musical direction of Paul Haas. |
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'''Community Creative Center''' formally known as Northwest Arkansas Community Creative Center, is a visual arts organization located in Walton Arts Center's Nadine Baum Studios. Community Creative Center offers visual arts classes to children and adults along with specialized workshops. |
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'''Trike Theatre''' is [[Northwest Arkansas]] professional theatre for youth, formed in September 2008. It was founded by artistic director Kassie Misiewicz and provides classes at the [[Bentonville, AR]] studio, with additional workshops at Walton Arts Center. |
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'''McBride Studio''' has a capacity of 100 people and the venue is used for business meetings, pre and post-performance receptions, and classes. |
'''McBride Studio''' has a capacity of 100 people and the venue is used for business meetings, pre and post-performance receptions, and classes. |
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'''Bradberry Amphitheater/Rosen Memorial Rose Garden''' is located on [[Dickson Street]], outside of Walton Arts Center. It is used for weddings, receptions and dinners and has a capacity of 200 people. |
'''Bradberry Amphitheater/Rosen Memorial Rose Garden''' is located on [[Dickson Street]], outside of Walton Arts Center. It is used for weddings, receptions and dinners and has a capacity of 200 people. |
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'''Joy Pratt Markham Gallery''' is a visual arts space located inside of Walton Arts Center |
'''Joy Pratt Markham Gallery''' is a visual arts space located inside of Walton Arts Center. |
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General information | |
Type | Performing Arts Center |
Location | 495 W Dickson Street, Fayetteville Arkansas |
Coordinates | 36°03′57″N 94°09′53″W / 36.065921°N 94.164843°W |
Construction started | May 19, 1990 |
Completed | April 26, 1992 |
The Walton Arts Center is a performing arts center located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. It opened in 1992 and is currently Arkansas' largest and busiest arts presenter.
The center is estimated to have cost about $13 million, which was made possible by a collaboration of the Walton Family Foundation, the university, the city, and the private sector.[1]
The facility currently houses three resident companies: Symphony of Northwest Arkansas, Trike Theatre for Youth, and Community Creative Center. In 2016, the facility was renovated and expanded with an additional 30,000 square feet.[1]
History
[edit]The idea for the Walton Arts Center started in the 1980s with a donation from Sam Walton to the University of Arkansas for the creation of a performance space. After talking with the city of Fayetteville, which was also looking for a multi-purpose space for conferences and special events, the corner of Dickson Street and North School Avenue was chosen for its location approximately halfway between downtown and the University. In 1986 the Walton Arts Center Council was formed with the task of the construction of the facility.
In 2009 Peter B. Lane was appointed the Center's third President/CEO.[2] In 2013 the Arkansas Music Pavilion was relocated to the city of Rogers, AR[3] In 2014 construction of Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion was completed.[4]
Art facilities
[edit]Baum Walker Hall is the main facility of Walton Arts Center. It is a proscenium stage seating 1,200. This venue is used for recitals, lectures, musical performances, ceremonies, and concerts.
Starr Theater is a black box theater that seats up to 250 people. Its 2,750 square feet are used for small shows and events.
Studio Theater is located at the Nadine Baum Studios on West Street across from Walton Arts Center. The capacity is 300 people and the space is 3,996 square feet.
McBride Studio has a capacity of 100 people and the venue is used for business meetings, pre and post-performance receptions, and classes.
Cynthia H. Coughlin Gallery/Main Lobby is used for receptions and dinners when there is not a performance and it serves as the gathering space before a performance. The area can hold up to 400 people at a time.
Bradberry Amphitheater/Rosen Memorial Rose Garden is located on Dickson Street, outside of Walton Arts Center. It is used for weddings, receptions and dinners and has a capacity of 200 people.
Joy Pratt Markham Gallery is a visual arts space located inside of Walton Arts Center.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Mission & History". waltonartscenter.org. Retrieved 2023-10-20.
- ^ "Walton Arts Center announces new leadership and initiatives". Fayetteville Flyer. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
- ^ "WAC board votes to move Arkansas Music Pavilion to Rogers". Fayetteville Flyer. 2013-05-28. Retrieved 2020-01-15.
- ^ "Fayetteville breaks ground on downtown parking deck". Fayetteville Flyer. 2014-10-21. Retrieved 2020-01-15.