MSSU to present 'Dead Man’s Cell Phone'

The play “Dead Man’s Cell Phone,” written by Sarah Ruhl, will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 – Feb. 4 in the Bud Walton Black Box Theatre at Missouri Southern State University.

New art opening in Joplin

Local art lovers are invited to Phoenix Fired Art, 1603 S Main, Joplin on Friday!

Nelson-Atkins to reopen 2 galleries

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City is reopening two of its Chinese galleries later this month to coincide with the Chinese New Year.

Art news: Spiva Center for the Arts’ Equine Gestures exhibit opens

Visions of majestic power and grace gallop into Spiva Center for the Arts’ AT&T Main Gallery with an exhibit showcasing the artwork of Marian Bingham and Rachel Wilson. “Equine Gestures” opens to the public Saturday, Jan. 21, featuring Bingham’s work in prints, monotypes and monoprints of dreamlike landscapes where rider-less horses roam. In addition, sculptures by Rachel Wilson bring forth the exquisite form of the horse through the rugged materials of nature.

Local theater gears up for 'A Tomb With a View'

The next performance at Stone's Throw Dinner Theatre is a comedy thriller by Norman Robbins, directed by Dream Theatre Company Founder, Becki Gooch.

Carthage home brightens the season

Delores Dermott loves Christmas … and her home reflects it.

CHS choirs to dazzle with Christmas tunes

Carthage will have an opportunity to slow down and listen to 129 young voices ring in the Christmas season Tuesday evening.

Members at CAN DO Center complete puzzle, add to center

It was a project pieced together, all together. 

Cherry's invites community to enjoy 'Rural Observations'

A chance to enjoy art, a glass of wine and meet a local artist awaits visitors of Cherry's Custom Framing and Art Gallery Friday evening.

Area native, former Harvard dean to speak

A Webb City native and former dean of the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences will speak about his non-fiction novel, “Soldier’s Heart,” at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Powers Museum.

Barbershop music to fill Memorial Hall

In the 1960s, barbershop music was in full swing throughout the area. Sadly, through the 1970-90s the number of harmonizing voices became less and less. Jeremy Albright, a Jasper County Sheriff's deputy and the director for the Tri Statesmen Chorus, said he is witnessing what is hoped to be a comeback for the special form of entertainment.

Taking art outdoors: Painters spread out across Carthage

John Mills, Neosho, has seen the Jasper County Courthouse in Carthage many times, but Tuesday was the first time he had the chance to sit and capture it in paint. Jason Sacran, a Fort Smith artist, was looking at the courthouse from the opposite corner of the square. While the courthouse was a part of his painting, Sacran was trying to capture the energy of the Square around the historic
structure.

Hyde House embraces artwork of Raymond Popp

Though the artwork differs from one piece to another, all of the artwork on display at the Hyde House welcomes the season of fall.

Artists win awards at Midwest Gathering

Crowds were light as approximately three inches of rain fell in Carthage on Saturday, the first day of the show portion of the 34th Annual Midwest Gathering of the Artists, but traffic picked up a bit on Sunday.

MGA first-timer Bob Graham inspired by Carthage history

When Bob Graham was a kid, he was like most kids, he loved to draw.

Late artist loved life, Midwest Gathering

The Midwest Gathering of the Artists kicks off on Friday with the show and auction, starting 6 p.m. at the Memorial Hall. The public will then get a chance to see some of the best artists in the country in a show from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Memorial Hall.

CMS students learn, honor 9-11

For the anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, students in the Carthage Middle School are doing their part in learning and honoring the historical day.

Painting of Buffalo Bill's 1915 visit to Carthage up for auction

In the summer of 1915, less than two years before he died, an old west entertainment legend made a trip to Carthage.

Stone’s Throw presents annual Sally Awards

Some local actors and actresses were proclaimed community stars on Saturday.

Art Notes From the Hyde House

The most asked question I receive is “do you do classes for adults at the Hyde House?” 


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