Arts & Culture

While the Averitt Center for the Arts downtown serves as the cornerstone of artistic resources for Statesboro, it's worth noting that Georgia Southern University contributes to the local arts scene and offers a diverse array of cultural experiences and events open to the public, as well. In the following month, there are several exciting opportunities you won't want to miss! Explore the arts beyond the familiar, and let's dive into what Georgia Southern has in store for you.

Grice Connect reporter Julianna Leverette recently sat down with Marcy Simmons, a local artist who has turned her unimaginable pain into a source of artistic inspiration. Simmons, who tragically lost her oldest son to a traumatic gun incident, has emerged as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This article delves deeper into the remarkable story of an artist whose work encapsulates the transformative power of art born from adversity.

If you make it out often to see live music in Statesboro, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Jon Aktas. Playing a mix of covers from artists like Jason Isbell and Tyler Childers, as well as his own originals, Jon frequently performs at venues such as Vandy's, Tandoor & Tap, Dolan’s, and Bites. In addition to performing, Aktas plans to record an EP of his original music. I sat down with Jon recently to talk about his experience as an artist and what he has planned for the future.

Grice Connect's Arts and Entertainment reporter, Austin Joyner, steps into the world of Elvis Presley with Statesboro resident and GS professor, Dr. Chris Caplinger. Dr. Caplinger shares his unique connection to Elvis's Graceland. You may even learn a few things about Elvis and Dr. Caplinger along the way. Step into the world of The King by reading the full story.

Fishing for a gift for the sportsman in your life? Lures by the Waters may be the perfect catch. Local sportsman, 89 year old Brooks Waters, produces some of the most interesting and high-quality fishing lures on the market, right here in Bulloch County.

From his home base in L.A., Statesboro native Josh Crews has made a name for himself in the digital art world. If you have watched college or NFL football, been to a top concert anywhere in the world, or been to Vegas recently then you have probably seen Josh Crew's work. Grice Connect's Arts and Entertainment reporter, Austin Joyner, takes a deep dive into the world of Josh Crews.

Grice Connect welcomes Statesboro native Austin Joyner to our team of writers. Austin will be focusing on local artists in our community who entertain, inspire, and encourage others through their art form. He begins with a look at the vibrant local music scene.

This year’s Art Fest is right around the corner on Saturday, April 15th from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Sweetheart Circle.

The Statesboro Youth Chorale will celebrate its 30th anniversary this year. A musical staple for generations of Statesboro children, the Youth Chorale invites former members and directors to celebrate with them as they hold an anniversary concert on Saturday, May 13th.

On February 3 rd , the Averitt Center will host Timeless Classics and Popular Standards , a fundraising event, at 7:30 p.m. in the Emma Kelly Theater In this concert, Dr.