MIRAMAR – The Miramar Cultural Trust will host a State of the Arts address featuring Andrew Weinstein, who is an appointed member of President Obama's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, at the Miramar Cultural Center | ArtsPark on May 27 at 7 p.m. This event will be highlighted by an address by Mr. Weinstein focusing on the current priorities of the Committee as well as national initiatives and local opportunities. In addition, South Florida artists and cultural organizations will be showcasing their artistic talents.
"We are extremely pleased to be hosting such a dynamic cultural event at the Miramar Cultural Center," said Jim Goggins, president of the Miramar Cultural Trust. "It is such a unique opportunity to have someone with Mr. Weinstein's credentials join us to shine a light on the arts locally and nationally."
The President's Committee's commitment to cultural philanthropy, and its success in engaging the private and public sector, is made possible by the expertise and leadership of its members, who embody and represent the diverse elements of the nation's interdependent system of support for the arts and humanities.
In addition to the lecture, the evening will showcase the vast talents of local artists. Presentations in all art genres will be represented. There will be performances by the Florida Youth Orchestra, Fort Lauderdale Children's Theater and the Jason Taylor Foundation, as well as a display of visual artwork by Timothy Leistner, Joshua Churba, Nadine Floyd, Janie Casoria, Young at Art Museum, and others."We are pleased to be partnering with so many great organizations and artists to showcase the variety of talent in South Florida," said Maureen Kohler, executive director of the Miramar Cultural Trust. "We hope to inspire the audience and energize them to support the local cultural community."
The event is free and open to the public for general admission. The doors open at 6:30 with the program beginning at 7 p.m. The Miramar Cultural Center | ArtsPark is located at 2400 Civic Center Place on Red Road, north of Miramar Parkway, in Miramar. For more information, call (954) 602-4536.
About the Miramar Cultural Trust
The Miramar Cultural Trust strives to endow, support and advocate for the arts; to educate and engage the community; to inspire and deepen commitment to enriching lives through celebration of community, wonder, art, culture, inspiration and human expression. Through support, outreach and advocacy, the Miramar Cultural Trust creates experiences to promote its mission. For more information, call 954-602-4536.
