Each month we feature arts and community-based organizations and their programs and projects funded by the Delaware Division of the Arts in our Arts Spotlight which will be included on our monthly e-newsletter, Arts E-News and online. Funding for Division of the Arts grants is provided by the Delaware General Assembly and the National […]
Statewide convening set for October 27 at the Hotel Du Pont to explore new ideas and practices in the arts STATEWIDE (August 20, 2025) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is pleased to announce the return of the Delaware Arts Summit, taking place on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the historic Hotel Du […]
The Delaware Division of the Arts is thrilled to announce the 2025 teaching artists for Poetry Out Loud, the dynamic national recitation program that inspires high school students to engage with poetry through performance. This year, we are honored to welcome three distinguished poets and educators – Dr. JoAnn Balingit, Dana Kinsey, and Dennis Spence […]
Unlock the future of ballet in Delaware with our special guest, Joan Beatson, from First State Ballet Theatre. Learn how Delaware’s only professional ballet company is revolutionizing the local arts scene, with their academy ranking in the top 5% of U.S. Ballet Academies. Discover the magic behind their intimate “Up Front on Market” series, offering […]
What happens when a state representative doubles as a stand-up comedian? Meet Representative Madinah Wilson-Anton, who took the unconventional path from Delaware’s 26th District to the halls of the state legislature, with a side gig in the comedy clubs. Initially inspired by her comedian uncle and Saturday Night Live, Madinah’s career took a sharp turn […]
Have you ever wondered how one can transition from a taxing job at a student loan company to becoming a celebrated fiction writer and filmmaker? Join us as we sit down with Jon McConnell, whose journey from computer engineering to creative writing is nothing short of inspiring. Jon sheds light on his initial struggles and […]
