MISSOURI ARTS COUNCIL TO HOLD WORKSHOP ON TOURING PROGRAM

The Missouri Arts Council will host a workshop in Cape Girardeau on Wednesday, Aug. 24, to discuss the application process for participation in the Missouri Touring Program.

The workshop will take place at Gallery 100, 1707 Mt. Auburn Rd., from 10 a.m. to noon.

Through the Missouri Touring Program, the Council provides funding assistance to communities, schools and other organizations to bring artists and art ensembles to their town. Participation includes performances, residencies, lectures or demonstrations.

During the workshop, a council representative will review the application process for both presenting organizations and producers that are interested in participating in the program.

The workshop will help prepare participants for the Nov. 18 application deadline. For additional information about the workshop call Diana Cherryholmes at the Missouri Arts Council office (314) 340-6845.