Breya Jones
Arts & Culture ReporterBreya Jones (she/they) is the Arts & Culture Reporter for LPM. She is excited to begin her journalism career in her hometown. She studied political science and journalism at DePaul University in Chicago. Audio is a new frontier that they are excited to bring into their work. While her main interest is in reporting on historically under-covered communities, she is excited by a variety of topics. When not reporting, they can be found stocking their desk snack drawer, knitting and most likely of all, watching Bob's Burgers.
Email Breya at bjones@lpm.org
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A new cycle of grants from regional arts nonprofit South Arts is offering funding to artists in nine southern states, including Kentucky.
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Horror films of all kinds aim to terrify audiences during the inaugural 502 Lumens film festival.
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The vampire genre of media is huge. These so-called creatures of the night have long been the inspiration for books, television, movies and more. Two Kentucky-based authors are exploring that and their own love of vampires on a new podcast.
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The first weekend of October is packed with events in Louisville and Southern Indiana. Here’s some of what’s on offer.
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"I'm Glad About It: The Legacy of Gospel Music in Louisville” chronicles and catalogs the gospel music being created in the city in 50s, 60s and 70s. It will be released this weekend.
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Last Wednesday a fire broke out in the Muhammad Ali Center’s parking garage. While the flames didn’t reach the building, significant smoke damage has left the cultural hub closed.
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Louisville’s Lipstick Wars poetry slam is using the time to uplift the voices and stories of survivors.
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The Louisville Federation of Musicians Local 11-637, which represents musicians part of the orchestra, recently announced the adoption of a three-year contract with Louisville Orchestra management.
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FLOTSAM!, a floating river circus, brings music, acrobatics and puppetry to communities along the Ohio River.
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For six years, the Louisville Fringe Festival has brought new, non-traditional theater to stages across the city. This year it's partnering with Actors Theatre of Louisville to bring performances to a bigger stage.