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Wyoming Arts Council Helping Wyoming communities grow, connect and thrive through the arts. When creative activity is happening in Wyoming, it creates a significant ripple effect.

The economic vitality of an area is stimulated. Galleries, concerts and arts events mean more energy in a community, more tourists, more renovated buildings, and more new businesses. Through music, storytelling and visual art gatherings, people share experiences and ideas. They begin to understand each other in new ways. The arts have a profound effect on Wyoming communities and our state as a whole. WY arts orgs and artists -- please feel free to post your own arts-related status updates on our page.

Wyoming artists looking for an opportunity to develop their creative practice in a new environment are encouraged to app...
10/24/2026

Wyoming artists looking for an opportunity to develop their creative practice in a new environment are encouraged to apply for Open AIR's upcoming artist residencies in Montana.

Open AIR is accepting applications for its Summer 2027, Fall 2027 and Spring 2028 residency programs, welcoming artists working across all disciplines.

The program offers four- to six-week, place-based residencies at sites throughout Montana, providing participating artists with housing, studio space, a daily stipend and opportunities to connect with local communities and resources.

New opportunities this year include Indigenous artist residencies, a natural history-themed residency in collaboration with scientific and cultural organizations, and placements at sites including Daly Mansion, Five Valleys Land Trust and the Kingsley Historical Project.

Application deadline: Nov. 30, 2026.

Visit the Open AIR website to explore residency locations, learn about the available opportunities and submit an application.

Grease is the word! Rocky Mountain School of the Arts / Dance Theatre is bringing the beloved musical "Grease" to the hi...
10/23/2026

Grease is the word! Rocky Mountain School of the Arts / Dance Theatre is bringing the beloved musical "Grease" to the historic Cody Theatre for five performances Oct. 29 through Nov. 1.

Featuring the music, dancing and unforgettable characters of Rydell High, this production brings the classic musical to life on stage in downtown Cody.

Performances include:

Thursday, Oct. 29 | 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 30 | 7 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 31 | 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 1 | 4 p.m.

Tickets are selling quickly, with several performances nearing capacity and additional obstructed-view seats being released. The Halloween night performance at 7 p.m. still has plenty of availability, and audience members who attend in full costume can enjoy special concession discounts!

Visit codytheatre.com for tickets and additional information.

Austin Sears is a senior at Powell High School in Powell. He is a multi-instrumentalist and actor who hopes to pursue a ...
10/23/2026

Austin Sears is a senior at Powell High School in Powell. He is a multi-instrumentalist and actor who hopes to pursue a career in music education.

Austin has been selected for several honor ensembles, including Wyoming All-State three times, Wyoming All-State Jazz twice, NAfME All-Northwest, and ACDA All-Northwest Choir. He is also the bassist, vocalist, and founding member of the progressive rock band AllHope.

Austin is excited to learn more about school and community arts programs across Wyoming and advocate for arts education through the Wyoming Youth Arts Council.

Historic photographs of Wyoming's Platte Valley are finding new life on film, connecting the people and places of the ea...
10/22/2026

Historic photographs of Wyoming's Platte Valley are finding new life on film, connecting the people and places of the early 1900s with the community that calls the area home today.

"Rocky Mountain Studio," a new documentary by French filmmaker Maria Reggiani and cinematographer Ned Burgess, was inspired by the work of Lora Webb Nichols, whose photographs captured everyday life in Encampment during the early 20th century.

After traveling from Paris to Wyoming in 2022, the filmmakers spent three years developing a documentary that brings Nichols' historic portraits together with images and stories of present-day residents, exploring the connections between the valley's past and present.

The Platte Valley Community Center in Saratoga will host a free premiere screening on Saturday, Oct. 24, with Reggiani and Burgess in attendance to share their film with the community that inspired it.

Saturday, Oct. 24 | 6 p.m.
Platte Valley Community Center | Saratoga
Free and open to the public.

Registration is now open for the 44th Annual Northwest College Jazz Festival, bringing student musicians together for a ...
10/22/2026

Registration is now open for the 44th Annual Northwest College Jazz Festival, bringing student musicians together for a day of jazz education, performance and musical collaboration in Powell!

Taking place Monday, March 1, 2027, the festival provides an opportunity for participating musicians to develop their skills, connect with fellow performers and learn from experienced professional artists.

This year's festival will feature the Las Vegas-based Groove Culture Band as its headlining ensemble and instrumental adjudicators. Led by percussionist Jose "Pepe" Jimenez, the group blends jazz, Latin, funk and fusion with musical traditions rooted in Afro-Puerto Rican, Caribbean and Hispanic-American cultures.

The Northwest College Jazz Festival is supported in part by a Wyoming Arts Council Community Support Grant.

Registration is open now! Visit the Northwest College Music website for festival information and registration details.

Young Wyoming women ages 15–25 are invited to share their creativity and perspectives through two competitions exploring...
10/21/2026

Young Wyoming women ages 15–25 are invited to share their creativity and perspectives through two competitions exploring anxiety and artistic expression.

Wyoming-based nonprofit Psychiatry, Philosophy & the Arts (PP+A) is accepting submissions for Modern Anxiety, Modern Woman: Wyoming, a project that explores the experiences of young women through creative writing and visual art.

Two opportunities are available:
Creative Writing Competition
Young women are invited to submit stories, reflections and personal perspectives exploring anxiety and artistic expression. The top 10 submissions will be selected for publication in an illustrated anthology, with each writer receiving $100.

Visual Art Competition
Artists and illustrators are invited to submit examples of their work for consideration. One artist will be selected to create 10 illustrations accompanying the chosen essays and will receive $200 for their contribution.

The selected writing and artwork will be featured in Modern Anxiety, Modern Woman: Wyoming, a professionally published collection highlighting the voices and creative perspectives of young Wyoming women.

📆 Extended submission deadline: Nov. 30, 2026
Both competitions are open to Wyoming residents who are female and between the ages of 15 and 25.

Visit Psychiatry, Philosophy & the Arts' website or social media pages for more information and submission details.

Powell Creative Corner is bringing a little Halloween spirit to its next gathering, celebrating local artists, performer...
10/21/2026

Powell Creative Corner is bringing a little Halloween spirit to its next gathering, celebrating local artists, performers and the community’s growing creative scene!

This free monthly open mic and art showcase returns to Gestalt Studio Café on Friday, Oct. 23, with an evening of live music, poetry, storytelling, visual art and a costume contest.

Performers are encouraged to embrace the Halloween theme through costumes, characters or spooky-inspired performances, although participation in the theme is optional. All performances should be family-friendly.

Artists and performers of all ages and experience levels are welcome to participate, and community members are invited to enjoy the entertainment, browse and purchase artwork from local artisans, and celebrate Powell’s creative community. Coffee, tea, mocktails and sweet treats will also be available for purchase.

Friday, Oct. 23 | 5–7 p.m.
Gestalt Studio Café | Powell
Free and open to all ages!

Registration deadline for participants: Oct. 19.

Register to participate: https://forms.gle/RpocaGcrusJYvui6A

The Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum is seeking an Exhibits Manager to help bring the history and stories of the A...
10/20/2026

The Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum is seeking an Exhibits Manager to help bring the history and stories of the American West to life through engaging museum exhibitions.

This position will oversee the development, design, fabrication, installation and maintenance of permanent, temporary and traveling exhibitions, working collaboratively with museum staff, educators, vendors and community partners to bring projects from concept to completion.

The museum is looking for a creative, organized professional with a passion for history, storytelling and creating meaningful visitor experiences.

Application deadline: Nov. 1, 2026.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and three references to Josie Molloy at [email protected]

{2026 WYO ROAD TRIP PLAYLIST} Podcast Feature: Wyoming’s Wind River Country: Yellowstone’s Unique Neighbor | Exploring t...
10/20/2026

{2026 WYO ROAD TRIP PLAYLIST} Podcast Feature: Wyoming’s Wind River Country: Yellowstone’s Unique Neighbor | Exploring the Continental Divide Trail at South Pass City

Produced by the Wind River Visitors Council, Wyoming’s Wind River Country: Yellowstone’s Unique Neighbor showcases the landscapes, communities, history, and outdoor adventures that make Fremont County and the Wind River Indian Reservation one of Wyoming’s most remarkable destinations.

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In “Exploring the Continental Divide Trail at South Pass City,” listeners discover one of Wyoming’s most iconic hiking experiences. The episode highlights the rich history, sweeping scenery, and enduring appeal of the Continental Divide Trail, inviting travelers to experience this remarkable landscape for themselves.

The creative talent of the Cowboy State provides the perfect soundtrack for any adventure across Wyoming’s beautiful landscape. The Wyoming Road Trip Playlist is an annual Spotify release featuring a collection of songs by Wyoming musicians and podcast episodes created by Wyoming creatives.

You can find the Road Trip Playlist on Spotify by searching “2026 Wyoming Road Trip Playlist” or using the link in our bio.

Applications are now open for the Jentel Artist Residency's 2027 Summer/Fall session, offering visual artists, writers a...
10/19/2026

Applications are now open for the Jentel Artist Residency's 2027 Summer/Fall session, offering visual artists, writers and composers an opportunity to dedicate three weeks to their creative practice in the foothills of Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains.

Located in the Lower Piney Creek Valley, Jentel provides a supportive environment where artists from across the country can focus on developing new work, exploring ideas and connecting with fellow creatives.

Residencies are open to emerging and established visual artists working in any medium, writers of fiction, nonfiction and poetry, and composers across musical genres. Applicants must be at least 25 years old and meet the program's residency and eligibility requirements.

Wyoming artists are especially encouraged to apply, with a streamlined application process available specifically for Wyoming residents!

Application deadline: Jan. 15, 2027.

Visit the Jentel Artist Residency website for eligibility requirements, program details and application information.

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