Dance programs, professional development, touring film screenings: South Arts offers robust programs for presenters, artists, and audiences.
ArtsReady
Emergency preparedness and business continuity planning are core necessities for arts organizations. Learn how to keep your doors open, no matter what.
Creative Placemaking Leadership Summit
An annual gathering of arts workers, community leaders, and other stakeholders, the Summit explores how the arts can make southern communities more inclusive, connected, and resilient.
Emerging Leaders of Color
A multi-day professional development and networking opportunity for arts and cultural workers of color.
In These Mountains
Preserving and perpetuating the folk and traditional arts of Central Appalachia.
Jazz Road
A national initiative supporting jazz artists to build tours and explore their work.
Momentum
A multifaceted professional development and grant-making program, this project enhances the presentation and touring of modern dance and contemporary ballet throughout the South.
Professional Development
South Arts is committed to supporting arts professionals in their growth at any stage in their career. Check this page frequently for upcoming and archival learning opportunities and resources.
Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers
Connecting indie filmmakers with audiences across the South.
Southern Cultural Treasures
A new, multi-year program supporting BIPOC-led and -serving arts and cultural organizations with grants of up to $300,000, networks to support growth, and more.