The lead-up to the Alaska World Arts Festival in September is filled with engaging pre-festival events in July and August, setting the stage for the main event in September. These events build anticipation and highlight Homer's rich artistic culture.
Tuesdays in July - Spit Tunes at Alice's Champagne Palace
I thoroughly enjoyed this fantastic show! It's a great way to discover the crazy history of Homer, Alaska, and the characters who molded it into the Cosmic Hamlet by the Bay.
Spit Tunes is a musical comedy that dives into Homer's colorful history. Held every Tuesday in July at Alice's Champagne Palace, this show blends comedy, music, and spirited dancing. It narrates the story of Homer's past, featuring historical heroes on quests for dry land, furs, gold, statehood, and a thriving fishing season.
The performances are a lively mix of antics and storytelling, bringing to life the adventures and misadventures of Homer's most iconic characters. This event is viral, and tickets are selling out fast, so be sure to secure your spot for an entertaining evening.
August 17 & 24 - Fresh Produce Improv at the Art Barn
Fresh Produce Improv, a beloved teaching and performing troupe founded in Homer in 1985, returns to its roots this August. The troupe consists of seasoned performers Marty Zeller, Peter Kaufmann, Peggy Ellen Kleinleder, Van Hawkins, and Sally Oberstein, who have honed their skills through workshops and performances worldwide.
Held at the Art Barn, these improv shows are a delightful blend of scenes, stories, games, and simple magic. Fresh Produce Improv promises to entertain with its spontaneous and creative performances, making it a perfect prelude to the Festival's main events.
As we gear up for this year's Festival, let's explore the exciting pre-festival events and the main festivities that make this event a must-attend.
Things to Do in Homer Alaska:
The Alaska World Arts Festival: September 13-26, 2024
The Alaska World Arts Festival showcases an impressive array of visual arts, music, literature, and theater, offering something for every art enthusiast.
You can attend any performance with a Festival Pass. Individual event tickets can be purchased for most events. Once you get your pass, you must register to attend individual performances.
Highlights of the 2024 Festival
The 2024 Alaska World Arts Festival promises to be an extraordinary event, with several highlights that you should not miss:
Opening Gala
September 13, 2024(4–6 pm)—Join us at the Homer Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center for the 2024 Alaska World Arts Festival for the opening gala. Visit with performers from some of the most anticipated acts.
Enjoy Live-at-Lunch Performances
What could be better than a delicious lunch at Lands End Resort's Chart Room Restaurant with music by an acoustic guitarist or a Celtic Harp?
Sing-Along with Grease - the Musical
This opportunity for fun happens only once during the Festival.
Participate in Creating a Short Film
This Free Festival kicks off on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 7 pm Writers, actors, directors, and filmmakers are invited to Alice's Champagne Palace to work with talented Los Angeles film star and filmmaker Mike Selle.
Can't make it? You can also access the kick-off event on Zoom.
The completed films will be shown at Alice's Champagne Palace on Monday, September 23, at 8 pm.
Engaging Community
Join storytellers Rebecca Sheir and Eric Shimelonis of the award-winning Circle Round Podcast to explore the themes of kindness, persistence, and generosity portrayed in folktales from around the world.
Help paint a mural with Chicago mural artist Kathleen Dose-Koehl, the artist behind the Homer Spit mural on the Wildberry building.
Two Weeks of Marvelous Music
Gypsy Jazz, Nordic Fiddlers, or A Sumptuous Musical Feast at the Second Star Mansion are part of the program!
There's More!
The Festival includes comedy, Community Painting, and Ten-Minute plays created at a Pier One Theatre event. Check out the entire program.
The Alaska World Arts Festival concludes on September 25, 2024, at 8 pm with fast-paced performances of LIVE MUSIC, THEATER, COMEDY, POETRY, READINGS, FILM, and DANCE featuring local and imported talent.
From the pre-festival events in July and August to the main festivities in September, the Festival offers a rich tapestry of visual arts, music, literature, and theater.
Enjoy Autumn in beautiful Homer, Alaska with the Alaska World Arts Festival - one of the Best Things to Do in Homer Alaska!
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