Upcoming events
Acting Shakespeare Workshop
“All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players.” As You Like It, Act 2, Scene 7
Hone your craft with professional actors from the Texas Shakespeare Festival. This hour-long workshop will provide you with essential tools to bring The Bard’s work to life.
Shakespeare in the Park
Join us for an evening of Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits!
Performed by a seven-member cast with a Globe Theatre vibe, live instruments, and plenty of energy, the TSF Roadshow keeps Shakespeare fresh and fun for all ages.
Since 2019, the Texas Shakespeare Festival Roadshow has had the privilege of being one of 40 companies in the nation selected as part of the Shakespeare in American Communities program, bringing the Bard’s magic to even the hardest-to-reach audiences.
Shakespeare in the Park
Join us for an afternoon of Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits!
Performed by a seven-member cast with a Globe Theatre vibe, live instruments, and plenty of energy, the TSF Roadshow keeps Shakespeare fresh and fun for all ages.
Since 2019, the Texas Shakespeare Festival Roadshow has had the privilege of being one of 40 companies in the nation selected as part of the Shakespeare in American Communities program, bringing the Bard’s magic to even the hardest-to-reach audiences.
Spooky Symphony
Join us for a day of spooktacular music and fun activities the whole family will love! Enjoy a Costume Parade, Trunk or Treat, Hands-On & Take-Home Art Activities, Face Painting, Food Trucks & Arts Market.
Bring your costumes, your creativity, and your appetite for a frightfully fun day!
Moye Zhang’s show, “Life Gives, I Return With Sparrows”
Join us to celebrate Moye Zhang's new collection, a series of artworks inspired by her time observing sparrows. Using delicate line work and traditional Chinese painting techniques, Moye creates tiny, detailed pieces that capture fleeting fragments of their lives. This body of work conveys a universal truth: that we, too, respond to life’s subtleties with our own distinct song.
Exhibit will be open through Friday, October 10, 2025. Don’t miss it!
✨ Free & open to the public
🎶 Music • 🍷 Drinks • 🍽 Appetizers
Arts Grant Writing Workshop
Grant Writing Workshop with Amanda Lewis
Calling all artists, arts organizations, and nonprofits! Join us for a hands-on workshop with Amanda Lewis, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Sponsored Research at LSUS. With years of experience guiding faculty, nonprofits, and community partners, Amanda will share strategies to help you write stronger, more competitive proposals and secure funding — including tips for artist grants and arts-based projects.
Shreveport Common Block Party
You’re invited to the Shreveport Common Block Party!
Come and watch brave rappelers go “Over the Edge” of the Fairmont Apartments! 🧗♂️🏙️
It’s a day full of community, creativity, and excitement—don’t miss it!
That 70's Fashion Show
Join us for a funky night!
Presented by Rico Raro.Co
Hosted By: Jerrick Thomas aka Jrayis Deyond
UnCommon Ren Faire
“Dress the part, live the legend”
Armored combat demo and food trucks!!
Levitt Music Grant
🎶Love FREE, LIVE music? Help bring concerts to Shreveport! 🎤
📲Public voting opens September 5 at 12:00pm CT and ends September 15 at 7:00pm CT
😊I’M ALL IN! HOW DO I VOTE?
Scan the QR code on the above graphic and Press SEND…OR…text SHREVEPORT to 877-409-5525 to show your support for professional, live music in our community! Don’t forget to share with your friends and family. We are so excited to have this opportunity and believe we can advance to the finals with your support!
ABOUT SHREVEPORT’s PROPOSED MUSIC SERIES:
Shreveport Regional Arts Council has applied for $120,000 in grants to help fund 30 Live Music Shows at Caddo Common Park over the next three years. We propose to host 10 events per year spanning diverse genres such as Rockabilly, Hispanic, Pop, Hip Hop, Rhythm & Blues, Gospel, Classical, Country & Western, Zydeco, Reggae, and more!
Future Folk - An Exhibition of the Textile Works of Lisa A. Smith
Join the Shreveport Regional Arts Council for the exciting opening reception of "Future Folk," a captivating new exhibition by renowned textile artist Lisa A. Smith!
Step into a world where tradition weaves seamlessly with contemporary vision. "Future Folk" showcases Lisa A. Smith's mastery of textile arts, featuring stunning quilts and intricate fabric works that tell stories, explore texture, and celebrate the enduring power of this versatile medium.
Be among the first to experience this remarkable collection! The opening night reception will be held in the main lobby of Central ArtStation, where you can mingle, enjoy light refreshments, and celebrate the launch of this beautiful exhibition before or after viewing the works in the Gallery.
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow art lovers and immerse yourself in Lisa A. Smith's unique artistic voice.
This event is FREE and open to the public.
The Art of Haiti: DR. JEAN C. BRIERRE'S LIFETIME COLLECTION
This Exhibition features Dr. Jean C. Brierre’s Haitian art collection, assembled over 60+ years. A physician, immigrant and visionary, Dr. Brierre used art to connect his homeland with his new home in Shreveport, Louisiana. Each piece reflects Haiti’s vibrant spirit and serves as an act of cultural preservation.
GLO Fest - Saturday, June 7th
The Shreveport Regional Arts Council invites you to experience the beloved GLO Fest, lighting up Riverview Park for an unforgettable evening of community celebration, dazzling lights, vibrant music, and family fun! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 7th, 2025, and prepare for a signature Shreveport summer experience.
Join us as we illuminate the night and showcase the best of our local arts and culture scene. This FREE festival is a fantastic opportunity to gather with friends and family and enjoy the magical atmosphere along the riverfront.
What to Expect at GLO Fest 2025:
Prepare to be amazed by a lineup of activities and attractions including:
Spectacular Light Shows on the Bakowski Bridge: Witness the iconic “Bakowski Bridge of Lights” on the Texas Street Bridge come alive with mesmerizing, animated light shows that will captivate audiences of all ages.
Live Music Headliner – Tipsey The Band!: Get ready to dance and groove to the incredible sounds of Tipsey The Band! Their dynamic performance will be a highlight of the evening, bringing energy and rhythm to Riverview Park.
Vibrant Arts Market: Stroll through our bustling Arts Market featuring a diverse array of talented local artists and makers. Discover unique handcrafted items, original artwork, and support our region's creative economy.
Delicious Food Truck Court: Treat your taste buds to a wide selection of culinary delights from some of Shreveport's most popular food trucks. From savory meals to sweet treats, there's something for every palate.
Engaging Kids Area: GLO Fest is fun for the whole family! Our dedicated Kids Area will offer activities and entertainment designed to delight our younger attendees.
Dazzling Street Performances: Be captivated by the skills and spectacle of various street performers, including the always-entertaining Spinner Entertainment, adding an extra layer of excitement throughout the park.
Come Celebrate With Us!
GLO Fest is more than just a festival; it's a community gathering that celebrates the spirit and creativity of Northwest Louisiana. Bring your blankets or chairs, find a comfortable spot, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
This is a FREE, family-friendly event for everyone to enjoy.
Critical MASS 13 Solo Show Artists Talks - Callie Dean & Sarah Adams
Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate the solo exhibitions of our Critical MASS 12 Critics Choice winners, Callie Dean (Literary Arts Winner) and Sarah Adams (Visual Arts Winner)! Hear directly from these incredibly talented artists as they discuss their creative processes, inspirations, and the captivating new work now on display.
Featuring:
Callie Dean - Data is Poetry
What if numbers could sing? Or your daily clicks composed a sonnet? Literary artist Callie Dean's interactive installation, Data is Poetry, invites you to explore the surprising beauty where data meets verse. Discover how technology shapes our connections and dive into a world where your own experiences become part of the art.
Sarah Adams - Study of the Scream Queen
Behind every great horror classic, there's a woman. But what's her story beyond the scream? Visual artist Sarah Adams' Study of the Scream Queen dissects the iconic, often controversial, roles of women in horror. Through striking paintings, illustrations, and sculpture, she celebrates their power and questions a genre's complex relationship with its leading ladies.
This is your chance to gain deeper insight into two unique artistic visions that triumphed at Critical MASS 12. Don't miss this engaging conversation and the opportunity to experience their compelling solo shows!
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Wicked Sing Along in the Park
Another family-friendly free event is on the way in the Shreveport Regional Arts Council Engine Room! We have chairs set up and will have food trucks outside ready for, The Wicked Sing Along.
The Engine Room opens at 7pm for seating and the movie starts at 8pm.
Food trucks Snow Stoppers and Roadrunner Foods will be providing the food and drinks while cocktails and mocktails are provided by Fatty Arbuckle's. We can't wait to see you there!
Remembering Neil Johnson’s Portrait 2000 Exhibit
Join us for a journey through time:
To commemorate the turn of the millennium, beloved photographer and friend Neil Johnson embarked on an ambitious project to capture 2000 portraits of Shreveport/Bossier’s community members. Now, 25 years later, artspace will honor Neil’s vision by showcasing the entire collection, his documentation of our people. This powerful exhibit celebrates the passage of time, thr evolution of identity, and the enduring connections within the community. Through these portraits, visitors can reflect on personal and collective growth, as well as our shared experiences over the last 25 years.
Neil created this project to commemorate the new century by showcasing the individual and collective beauty of our humanity and our cities.
We honor his memory by sharing his work
Faces of Shreveport Common Art Exhibit
The Faces of Shreveport Common Art Exhibit features local are that directs the beauty of the Shreveport Common Area. The exhibit is displayed on the first floor of Central Artstation open Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5pm