The Arts Center

08/31/2026

This final month of summer is rather eclectic — it’s been a lot of behind-the scenes work (preparing spaces and programming for the fall!), and there have been some fun things to celebrate this August!

🗳️ Seeing the ‘I Voted’ stickers in action at the mid-term elections
🛠️ Working on our building, refreshing the space
🎭 Holding auditions for the upcoming fall play
🎁 Receiving a generous grant from the Kansas Masonic Foundation, thanks to our local lodge’s sponsorship
✂️ Testing out art projects for fall programming
🎭 Leading a private improv session for a local business
❤️ Receiving kind recognition from the local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter

08/27/2026

Joyce Kaup and Phyllis Anderson (not pictured) stopped by this month’s Arts Center board meeting, representing the Martha Vail Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). They came to present Director Juliana Whisman with an award for community service, recognizing her work serving the Harper County community and making a difference through the arts. What a sweet honor that they served with some very kind words (and some delicious banana bread!)!

Pictured:
Front (l to r): Jenn Wolff, Erin Bundy.
Back (l to r): Kasey Waldschmidt, Joyce Kaup, Juliana Whisman, Kristin Gilbo, Erin Teel.

08/25/2026

Testing some new class ideas….this one is coming soon!

08/20/2026

The Arts Center is pleased to announce the cast list for ‘Suite Surrender’! 🌴🎭🍸

Our team was absolutely wowed by all the talent and heart we saw at auditions and call-backs. The amount of bravery it takes to stand up on stage and audition is tremendous, and we’re so proud of all of you! ❤️ Please know that this could have gone a number of ways, and we honestly have agonized over this for days. For those not cast, we hope you will continue to show up and audition, and we do have some alternate ways you can get involved in this show.

08/19/2026

We are so grateful to our local Masonic Lodge for sponsoring our Community Grant through the Kansas Masonic Foundation! This funding makes a big difference in making community theatre happen!!

A $5000.00 grant was awarded to The Arts Center Inc. By the Kansas Masonic Foundation on behalf of Anthony Masonic Lodge #200 AF & AM . Pictured is Juliana Whisman and Worshipful Master Dennis Davis!!!

08/11/2026

Auditions are tonight!! Monday, August 11th at 6:30-8:30 pm at the Historic Anthony Theatre!! No memorization needed — just stop by anytime during those two hours and read a scene or two!

It’s 1942, and two of Hollywood’s biggest divas have descended upon the luxurious Palm Beach Royale Hotel – assistants, luggage and legendary feud with one another in tow. Come audition to be a part of the cast for this funny, fast-paced farce! We’re looking for 5 women and 4 men to bring this hilarious story to life on stage…we know the right players are just waiting in the wings!

This casting call for “Suite Surrender” is open to adults (18+ and out of high school). The time is come-and-go, but plan to spend 20-30 minutes with us. Additional information (including the rehearsal schedule and casting information) can be found at https://www.theartscenterinc.org/suite-surrender.

Call-Backs (if needed) will be held on Monday, August 17th (6:30-8 pm). Casting will be posted on Friday, August 21st by 5 pm. Rehearsals begin Monday, September 7th.

Questions? Need more info or would like a copy of the audition materials? Call 620.322.7009 or email at [email protected].

08/04/2026

Artwork spotted out in the wild! 😍 Voting today (8/4) in Harper County, Kansas? Make sure you get one of these very cool stickers, fresh from our sticker design contest! It’s hard to choose — they’re all awesome!

08/01/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work! Today was a really productive board&friends workday, giving the space a much-needed fresh coat of paint!