Magic Valley Arts Council

AUDITIONS: JuMP Company "Prince of Egypt"
2026-03-13 16:30 - 21:00 (America/Boise) | Methodist Church, 360 Shoshone St E, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Auditions Are OPEN for The Prince of Egypt!
Auditions are officially OPEN for JuMP Company’s summer production of The Prince of Egypt — and this will be one of the most powerful, visually stunning, and emotionally moving productions our community has ever seen!
We are searching for singers, dancers, and actors of all experience levels (ages 8-18) to help bring this epic story of courage, faith, freedom, and destiny to life. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or stepping onto the stage for the very first time, there is a place for YOU in this unforgettable theatrical journey.
For full audition details and to sign-up, visit our website here: jumpcompany.org

Show Overview

Coming Summer of 2026
The Prince of Egypt is a sweeping epic of a musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz, a book by Philip LaZebnik, and 10 new songs written by Schwartz, together with five of his songs from the DreamWorks Animation film. The show also features Schwartz’s Academy Award-winning song, “When You Believe.”
Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as Ramses and Moses, two young men raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, the other must rise up and free his true people; both face a destiny that will change history forever.
AUDITIONS IN MARCH 2026

Performance Dates
June 16-20, 2026

Production Credits
Director: Ivan Hardcastle
Music Director: Tyler Rands
Choreographer: Tamra Doughty
Assistant Director: Olivia Garcia

2nd Tuesday Watercolor Class - IWS
2026-03-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: 2nd Tuesday painting session
When: Tuesday, March 10
Where: Twin Falls Center for the Arts
What time: 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 or so
What to bring: Painting supplies and a painting friend
Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and bring what you are working on.
Directions: Twin Falls Center for the Arts – MVAC classroom on the second floor.

What will we do:

Let’s paint your emerging spring flowers:

I know it is early spring, but snap some photos with your phone of new plants coming up in your yard (or your neighbors yard or a park)
Or – Bring along other reference material to paint your favorite spring flowers

WHAT Art Supplies DO YOU need to bring to do this project:

Watercolor Paints!
Watercolor paper or Sketchbook or cards…Easter is not far off.
Brushes
Reference materials of what you decide to paint
And of course, if you are already into something else…bring whatever you are already working on!

WHO CAN COME: We welcome all painters to join us.
Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and help our group grow by inviting a painting friend.

ART Tips:
INVITATION TO JOIN: Magic Valley Arts Council!

Check out the Magic Valley Arts Council membership page above to join as a member.
Don’t forget to ENTER the Art & Soul contest! https://www.magicvalleyartandsoul.com/

MVAC CLASSES:

Check Out upcoming MVAC classes: https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/art-classes/.

Many watercolor class options! (And the price is so reasonable!)

Watercolor Safari,
Watercolor music,
Make Custom Watercolor paint,
Wide Open Skies,
Spring Landscapes

Try something new to you! I am teaching an “Exploring Ink” class in April at MVAC

Drawing with dip pens.
A playful two hours of experimentation with ink along with some watercolor thrown in for fun.

Art Shows:

IWS Rotunda Show! If you are in Boise between March 15-28, stop in at the Idaho State Capitol building to see the show.

Seventyfive pieces of art for sale by Idaho Watercolor Artists
Artists’ Reception: Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Vote for your favorite painting and enjoy free refreshments! Free and open to the public.

INVITATION TO JOIN: Idaho Watercolor Society:
Are you into Watercolor? Love to have you become a member of Idaho Watercolor Society!
https://idahowatercolorsociety.org

Statewide Art Organization
World class watercolor teachers yearly
Opportunities to paint with other artists
Art contests to show your work

AND…LASTLY…
Michelle George has kindly offered to stand in for me (Connie) for this March session.
I am still in my printmaking class and it is hard to miss! So much to learn and do!
Will share my very positive thoughts about taking CSI classes when we meet next.

Fellowship Concert Series: Hillfolk Noir
2026-03-09 19:00 - 2026-03-10 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 160 9th Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Hillfolk Noir in concert!
When: Second Mondays of the Month – March 9th 7–8:30pm Doors open at 6:30pm.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 160 9th Ave E, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
Cost: $15 suggested donation

THE FELLOWSHIP CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS: Hillfolk Noir!
Grooving. Raucous. Genre-bending. And always a ton of fun.
Hailing from Boise, Idaho, the always young-at-heart Hillfolk Noir has been carving their own musical path for 20 years. Built on the Junkerdash tradition, today’s Hillfolk is rooted in the band’s song craftsmanship. From spiral-bound mountains of frontman Travis Ward’s ragged notebooks comes the hard and the tender. Hillfolk Noir can blow the roof off the place, or draw you around the fire with their earnest musical narratives of the back alleys, the open range, and the front porch. They paint with sound the earnest stories about the lives of lovers, law-breakers, and the lion-hearted: heroes and outcasts alike. You can expect a bevy of acoustic instruments and a ton of songs.

Arts on Tour - Derina Harvey Band
2026-03-06 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Known for their powerful vocals, driving rhythms and international charm, the multi-award-winning Derina Harvey Band represents the very best in today’s Celtic rock music scene. With Derina’s commanding voice leading the charge, the band brings audiences to their feet with high-energy and lively renditions of Celtic classics and original tunes infused with rock and pop flair. Having toured extensively throughout Canada and the United States, they’ve built a devoted following among millions. Their performances blend passion, humor, and show-stopping musicianship, creating an atmosphere that’s as heartfelt as it is unforgettable. Join the celebration and experience the electric spirit of the Derina Harvey Band live in concert!

Adults: $36, Senior: $32, Students: $28
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Dilettante Group & CSI Theater Dept present: Annie
2026-03-05 - 2026-03-08 | CSI Fine Arts Theater, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Local production of ‘Annie’ by the Dilettante Group of the Magic Valley and the College of Southern Idaho Theater Department
When: March 5 – 8 | Specific showtimes coming soon!
Where: CSI Fine Arts Theater – 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: Ticket information coming soon!

The Dilettante Group of Magic Valley and the College of Southern Idaho Theater Department are excited to announce our 2026 musical production ANNIE.
This beloved musical has been entertaining audiences since 1976.

JUMP Company presents: Aladdin Jr
2026-03-05 - 2026-03-07 | O’leary Middle School, 2350 Elizabeth Blvd, Twin Falls, 83301, United States
What: Local production of ‘Aladdin Jr’ by JUMP Company
When: March 5 – 7 | 7pm (with 2pm matinee on Saturday, March 7)
Where: O’Leary Middle School | 2350 Elizabeth Blvd, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: $12, tickets available online here or at the door

Disney’s Aladdin JR. is based on the 1992 Academy Award®-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within.
The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers!

Indie Lens Pop-Up - The Inquisitor
2026-03-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Pl,, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
WHAT: FREE screening of The Inquisitor
WHEN: March 3, 6pm (film begins at 6:15pm)
WHERE: Sligar Auditorium, Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place
RSVP: Save a seat by RSVPing below!
EVENT TO FEATURE SCREENING AND MODERATED DISCUSSION FOLLOWING THE FILM.

Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS, Idaho Humanities Council, and Magic Valley Arts Council will host a screening of “The Inquisitor,” featuring a moderated community discussion following the film. Directed, written, and produced by Angela Tucker, Trevite Willis, and Moira Griffin.
Explore the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan in The Inquisitor. Jordan was a groundbreaking Texas congresswoman whose sharp intellect and moral clarity transformed U.S. Politics. From Nixon’s impeachment to civil rights battles, her voice demanded accountability, while she privately face struggles few ever knew of.

About Indie Lens Pop-Up
Indie Lens Pop-Up is a community series that brings people together for film screenings and conversations. Featuring documentaries seen on PBS’s INDEPENDENT LENS, Indie Lens Pop-Up draws local residents, leaders, and organizations to discuss what matters most. Learn more at pbs.org/indielenspopup.

About INDEPENDENT LENS
INDEPENDENT LENS is an Emmy® Award-winning PBS documentary series. With founding executive producer Lois Vossen, the series has been honored with 10 Academy Award nominations and features documentaries united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement, and unflinching visions of independent filmmakers. Presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS is funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Acton Family Giving, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, Wyncote Foundation, and National Endowment for the Arts. Stream anytime on the PBS App. For more visit pbs.org/independentlens.

FMG Call for Entry: Magic Moments
2026-03-03 - 2026-06-01 | ID
Applications will be opening soon for ‘Magic Moments’
Application March 3 – June 1, 2026
Show dates are July 10 – August 28, 2026
Are you a member of the Magic Valley Arts Council? If so, or if you plan to join, this is the gallery exhibit opportunity for you!
Magic Moments is our annual celebration of member talent. This is a non-themed, non-juried show that seeks to display, amplify, and celebrate the many talents and skills of our membership. Any medium, any style, any subject (as long as it is appropriate for public display), we want it all!
As a special treat to our members, the install fee is WAIVED for this exhibition.
Complete your application here: FMG Application Form

Application Information:

Application Window: March 3 – June 1, 2026
All 2D and 3D artists are encouraged to apply.
Each application may include up to 10 works, and you may apply up to 3 times for a total of 30 works submitted to the exhibit.
Works are reviewed by a Jury Committee, and all artists selected will be notified in writing on or before June 11, 2026

Important Dates:

Show Dates – July 10 – August 28, 2026
Applications Open – March 3 – June 1, 2026
Artist Acceptance Notification – on or before June 11, 2026
Installation Fees due – July 7, 2026
Artwork Delivery – July 7 from 11am – 5pm
Public Open House / Artist Reception – July 10 from 5-7pm

Fees:

Application: $20 per 10 works submitted. You may apply up to 3 times per exhibition, for a total of 30 works submitted per show.
Installation: WAIVED for current MVAC Members!

All artwork will need to be installation ready – framed (if applicable) with a suitable hanger on the back, gallery wrapped canvas with finished edge, etc. MVAC and all employees does not assume any liability for lost, stolen, or damaged artwork while on display. All artists are strongly recommended to carry liability insurance.

CSI 60th Anniversary Celebration - One Acts
2026-02-25 - 2026-02-28 | CSI Fine Arts Theater, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Join us for the 60th Anniversary Celebration of the College of Southern Idaho! Step back to 1965 when Dr. Fran Tanner became one of the first instructors. In 1966, she directed three one-act plays at the YMCA-YWCA: Opening Night, The Rising of the Moon, and The Neighbors. In celebration of the college’s 60th anniversary, the talented CSI Theater Program students will be honoring the past and bringing these classic plays back to life on stage!

Directed by CSI Theater Program Students
Artwork by Ben Lustig

Wednesday, February 25 | 7:30 PM
Thursday, February 26 | 7:30 PM
Friday, February 27 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 28 | 7:30 PM

Tickets: $10 / each; free for current CSI students with valid student ID.
Click here to buy online, or pick up at the CSI Box Office.

Come support the arts right here in our community. Grab a friend, make a date night of it, and we’ll see you there!

Magic Valley Symphony - Classical Favorites
2026-02-20 19:30 - 21:30 | CSI Fine Arts Center, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Magic Valley Symphony Classical Favorites, featuring Commission Composition by Hiroshi Fukuoka
Where: CSI Fine Arts Building, 315 Falls Ave
When: Friday, February 20 | 7:30pm- 9:30pm
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors, $6/Students. Tickets available online here: https://www.mvsymphony.org/

About the Event

Classical Favorites:
C. Saint-Saens, Symphony No. 3 “Organ Symphony”, Finale
F. Schubert, Symphony No 8, Unfinished
D. Shostakovich, Finale, Symphony No. 5
G. Mahler, Symphony No. 1, Third Movement
P. Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 4, Finale
H. Fukuoka, Commissioned Composition

Tickets should be purchased online if possible. Seats are not guaranteed if you wait to purchase a ticket at the door. You may also call our Director of Development, Amy Toft, to reserve a ticket by calling 208-404-9670.

Twin Falls High School Bruin High Players presents: Mamma Mia!
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-21 | Roper Auditorium, 1615 Filer Ave E, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Mamma Mia! live
When: Friday, February 20 & Saturday, February 21 | 7pm (sing along matinee at 1pm on 2/21)
Where: Roper Auditorium, 1615 Filer Ave E, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: Tickets are $15/adults, $8/seniors, $5/K-12 students. Families can enjoy the show for $40 (covering two adults and four minor children). Tickets are purchased at the door.
Get ready to dance! Twin Falls High School’s Bruin High Players presents Mamma Mia at Roper Auditorium on February 20, and 21 at 7 PM, featuring special sing-along matinees at 1 PM on both Saturdays. This energetic production showcases two incredible casts and the talent of five student choreographers. The entire ensemble is bringing this dance-heavy show to life with spectacular flair.

Watercolor Safari: Painting Animals of the African Wild
2026-02-18 - 2026-04-01 | ID
Watercolor Safari: Painting Animals of the African Wild
with Leslie Lambert
Wednesdays, February 18, March 4, March 11, March 18, & April 1 | 5:30-7:30pm
$120 / MVAC Members
$150 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!

Learn to paint the expressive beauty of animals found on the African savannah. Each week we’ll focus on one animal – from elephants and giraffes to lions, zebras, and birds – using simple shapes, layered watercolor washes, and clear step-by-step guidance. You’ll learn how to suggest fur and texture, capture personality through eyes and posture, and create lively color palettes that bring your animals to life.
This course is designed for all levels, including beginners who have always wanted to paint animals but didn’t know where to start.
All are welcome – no drawing experience necessary.
Please bring your own watercolor supplies (suggested supply list below), or purchase a complete beginner supply kit from Leslie for $75 – optional, pre-order is recommended. Call MVAC at 208-734-2787 to reserve your kit.

Suggested Supply List

Paper: 1 full sheet (22×30”) of 100% Cotton 140 lb cold press watercolor paper. Alternatively, you may bring a pad of watercolor paper, or a watercolor journal or sketchbook with watercolor paper.
masking fluid (Winsor & Newton is best)
assortment of watercolor brushes such as a #6 round brush with a good point, a #12 round brush and/or ½” cat’s tongue brush, Scrub brushes (soft and hard), and any other brush that you love to use
pencil and kneaded eraser
palette
transfer paper
watercolor paints – suggested colors listed below. Pan or tube watercolors are fine, bring what you like to use!

Cobalt Blue
Winsor Blue (green shade), also called Thalo Blue or Intense Blue
Burnt Sienna or Quinacridone Burnt Orange
Winsor Yellow or Cadmium Yellow Light/Pale
Raw Sienna (Winsor & Newton)
Quinacridone Rose, also called Permanent Rose

Supplies not included in the watercolor kit (please bring):

board to tape quarter sheet of paper on
masking tape
spray bottles (soft mist and one with a harder spray)
old towel or cloth

About the Instructor

Leslie Lambert (also known as Leslie Redhead) is a celebrated artist known for her innovative poured watercolors. With a keen eye for detail and a mastery of color, Lambert skillfully pours and manipulates pigments on paper, resulting in stunning and dynamic compositions of the West. Her artwork, characterized by vibrant hues, has garnered widespread acclaim and has been exhibited in prestigious galleries and exhibitions worldwide. Lambert’s ability to push the boundaries of traditional watercolor painting has established her as a trail blazer in the arts.
In addition to signature status with the Cowgirl Artists of America (CGA), Lambert is a signature member of Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS), and the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolor. She is also an associate member of Women Artists of the West (WAOW). Lambert is the author of Watercolor 365: Daily Tips, Tricks, and Techniques and the illustrator of the children’s book, Island in the Salish Sea, by Sheryl McFarlane. Her work has been published in Western Art Collector, Plein Air Magazine, Western Art & Architecture, Watercolor Artist, The Artist’s Network, and Splash 10: The Best of Watercolor.
Lambert is an adjunct professor of art at the College of Southern Idaho and teaches workshops throughout U.S., Canada, Spain, and Morrocco. She is represented by Trails End Gallery in Chewelah, Washington and Horizon Fine Art in Jackson, Wyoming. Lambert currently divides her time between Burley, Idaho and Colville, Washington where she creates works of art portraying vast expanses of the western landscape. More of her work can be viewed on her website at leslielambertart.com.
Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Art Class: Starry Galaxy in Watercolor
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Starry Galaxy in Watercolor
with Jenn Young
Tuesday, February 17 | 6-8pm
$20 / MVAC Members
$25 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!

Learn to capture the exquisite beauty of the night sky in this watercolor class! Students will learn to create a sense of scale by including a silhouette outline of the foreground, with the main focus being the large star filled sky. Create dark washes and learn to use salt and other techniques to create the star texture.

Jenn Young is a talented artist based in Southern Idaho who by her own description, loves to make things! While she generally focuses on watercolor and woodworking, you may find her dabbling in a wide variety of art forms. Jenn has taught classes in the Rupert area for several years, and we are thrilled to bring her talents to the Magic Valley for you to enjoy.

All supplies included. No experience necessary – beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Artist Opportunity - Soft Sculpture
2026-02-17 - 2026-03-27 | Umpqua Valley Arts, 1624 W Harvard, Roseburg, OR, 97471, United States
Deadline: March 27th, 2026
Artists Notified: April 21st, 2026
Eligibility: Emerging and established artists in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Exhibit Dates: June 5th – August 14th, 2026

Umpqua Valley Arts is proud to present Malleable, a call for soft sculpture art that explores the use of non-rigid materials as a challenge to the conventional nature of sculpture.
Open to emerging and established artists in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, this is a juried exhibition highlighting the use of soft materials and processes in art.
Soft sculpture is a term given to works created from non-rigid materials such as cloth, foam, rubber, paper, fibers, and similar substances. As a challenge to the conventional form of sculpture, artworks made in these mediums evoke other notions that more rigid sculptural media do not give.
In Malleable, our goal is to emphasize/focus on these materials to investigate the meanings/notions that artists pull from these materials and how they apply them to their art practice.
This regional exhibit is open to media and modes of making that focus on materials that are soft (including craft). There is no specific theme, but there will be an emphasis on objects that use soft materials in the execution. Welcoming both hanging and free-standing sculptures (hanging sculptures must include hanging wire or some other hardware that works with UVA’s hanging systems).

To apply, click here!

2nd Saturday Art Class YOUTH | Dancing Art Party
2026-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, February 14
10:00 a.m. – Noon (we will stop accepting walk-ins at 11:30am if classes are full)
Magic Valley Arts Council – Ground Floor
Cost: FREE for ages 18 and under
Join us for a creative Second Saturday youth workshop! Kids 18 and under can join in and learn how music shows up in visual arts with two fun projects – a beaded spinning drum, and a watercolor ‘dancing’ painting!
Parents, bring your little ones out for a morning of creativity—no registration required! Drop-ins are welcome until 11:30 AM. If the workshop is full when you arrive, we may ask you to explore the gallery upstairs while waiting 10-15 minutes for a spot to open up.
Attendance is no charge, but we request that you RSVP online below or by calling 208-734-ARTS (2787) so we have an idea of how many kids to plan for.

Second Saturday Art Class: Making Colors Sing
2026-02-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, February 14
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $20 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

Second Saturday at the Full Moon Gallery presents Making Colors Sing: How to Mix a Harmonious Color Palette with Michelle George

Color mixing and selection is one of the hardest skills to learn when you are starting out with art, and Michelle George is here to guide you through the process! By the end of class, students will understand how to select a color palette and how to mix/blend colors to make their artwork shine.
Students will be led through several exercises using watercolor paints to see the effects of different colors and color schemes, while learning about complimentary, primary, secondary, and tertiary colors, and how to use a color wheel to assist in the artistic process.
This class will focus on watercolor paints, but the lessons learned can be applied to any medium!

All materials provided (but you are welcome to bring your own watercolor supplies if you would like)
No experience necessary — beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

OPEN HOUSE: From Music
2026-02-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Open House and Artist Reception for Full Moon Gallery exhibit From Music
When: February 13 | 5-7pm
Where: Magic Valley Arts Council’s Full Moon Gallery – 195 River Vista Place, 1st & 2nd Floors, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: Free!
Join us for the unveiling of our new exhibit From Music, a celebration of creativity and music combined. With artworks spanning a variety of different mediums, come and explore how artists integrate music into their artistic process.
Plan to spend an hour or so browsing the many artworks spread across two floors, enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, and meet many of the talented artists with work on display.
Featured Guest Artists: Lo Bellafont, Josie Dangerfield, Jenna Harder, John Hasher, Rick Kuhn, Walker Ostler, Bonnie Peacher, Shannon Rios, Paula Sinclair, Jane Slickers, Judi Thietten, Stephanie Van Diest, Amy Windle, & Mike Youngman
Featured Contemporary Craft Artisans: Bill Adams, Richard Aldama, Carole Barber, Jane Bennett Munro, Rebecca Bischoff, Kristy Lowell, Pegan Cook, Jerry Dodds, Alannah Dyer, Julie Georgiades, Alex Hartwig, Autumn Knoepfel, Steve Mink, Connie Pepper, Lori Rieth, Paula Sinclair, & Bev Stone.

Arts on Tour - Judy Carmichael
2026-02-12 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Renowned as one of the world’s leading interpreters of stride and swing piano, Judy Carmichael is a true performer, exemplifying talent that very few possess. A Steinway Artist, as well as a GRAMMY® nominated pianist, singer, songwriter and popular NPR host, Judy’s engaging personality captivates audiences and builds a comradery with each show performed. Her ability to command a technically challenging and physically demanding genre with ease has led her to perform at major concert halls worldwide, from Carnegie Hall in New York and the Peggy Guggenheim Museum in Venice to Castle Fraser in Scotland. Layered with laughter and fun, Judy Carmichael offers an evening of music you don’t want to miss!

Adults: $32, Senior: $28, Students: $24
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Herrett Forum presents: Sixty Years of Studying Golden Eagles in SW Idaho: What Have We Learned?
2026-02-10 18:30 - 20:30 | The Herrett Center for Arts & Science, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, Idaho, 83301
Date: Tuesday, February 10 | 6:30pm
Cost: Free
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Rick Allen Room in the Herrett Center, Twin Falls, ID
This upcoming Herrett Forum Lecture will offer a rare, long-term look at one of Southwestern Idaho’s most iconic raptors. Scientist emeritus Mike Kochert will share his findings from golden eagle nesting studies that have continued uninterrupted since 1966 – one of the longest-running raptor research efforts in the world. Mike’s talk will explore golden eagle biology, eagle-prey-habitat relationships, and how nesting populations have responded to more than 45 years of dramatic habitat and environmental change.
Drawing on 55 years of fieldwork in the Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey National Conservation Area, Mike will connect these scientific findings to real-world conservation challenges faced by land and wildlife managers today. He will also reflect on his personal experiences from half a century spent studying golden eagles and helping establish the scientific foundation for the NCA.
To complement the lecture, the Herrett Center will have on display a variety of eggs from our natural history collections, giving you a unique opportunity to see these remarkable artifacts up close.
This Herrett Forum Lecture will take place on February 10, at 6:30 PM. This event is free to attend.
Mike’s lecture is just the kickoff to the second half of this season’s lectures. Mark your calendars for:

“When Strategy Met Opportunity: Women’s Suffrage in Idaho,” presented by Dr. Samra Culum-Williams on March 17.
“Growth and Identity: How Migration is Reshaping Idaho,” presented by Dr. Jaap Vos on April 14.
“Surviving El Milagro: Stories from a Southern Idaho Labor City,” presented by Russ Tremayne on May 12.

2nd Tuesday Watercolor Class - IWS
2026-02-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: 2nd Tuesday painting session
When: Tuesday, February 10
Where: Twin Falls Center for the Arts
What time: 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 or so
What to bring: Painting supplies and a painting friend
Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and bring what you are working on.
Directions: Twin Falls Center for the Arts – MVAC classroom on the second floor.

What will we do:

The Valentine’s theme is our focus for this session,
Bring along what you will need to make special VALENTINES for those special people in your life.

Make Cards, Create Decorations, Cut out hearts,…it is up to you to decide.
Bring Your Creativity!
Share what you are creating with the group. We love “show and tell” and sharing ideas!
If you are in the middle of something else you want to finish at the session, please bring it. It is your creative time!

ART Tips:

It is not too late to sign up to be a member of Idaho Watercolor Society! https://idahowatercolorsociety.org
Check out the Magic Valley Arts Council website for upcoming classes: https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/
Sign up for Art& Soul at MVAC – registration is open now! https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/

Note:
Betsy LaRowe is going to stand in for me (Connie) this session.
I am taking a print making class at CSI and need to be there on Tuesday for the intro for a new project.
Enjoy yourselves and please help Betsy welcome any newcomers, and make room for all painters.
Thanks so much for being a 2nd Tuesday Painter!!

Fellowship Concert Series: Jordan Shaw
2026-02-09 19:00 - 2026-02-10 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 160 9th Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Jordan Shaw in concert!
When: Second Mondays of the Month – February 9th 7–8:30pm Doors open at 6:30pm.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 160 9th Ave E, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
Cost: $15 suggested donation

THE FELLOWSHIP CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS:
Jordan Shaw in Concert February 9, 2026. Jordan grew up in North Carolina, but currently hangs his hat in Boise where he writes and performs country music that pays respect to 90’s country themes, while infusing contemporary influence. He actively draws inspiration from artists such as Morgan Wallen, Eric Church, Garth Brooks and Johnny Cash.

Arts on Tour - Tango After Dark
2026-02-07 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Direct from Argentina, Tango After Dark is the ultimate theatrical dance experience that merges the intoxicating music of the great Argentine tango composer Astor Piazzolla with jaw-dropping choreography and breath-taking moves. Together they reveal tango in its most authentic and sophisticated form. As Argentina’s most popular dance, world-renowned for its seductive powers, this mesmerizing show combines the sensuous side of tango with the rawness and quick-fire precision of dance, taking this passionate artform to the limit, to create a unique and exhilarating performance. Tango After Dark is set to be an unforgettable evening that will keep your passion for tango burning deep into the night.

Adults: $46, Senior: $42, Students: $38
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Ninth Annual Twin Falls Film Festival
2026-02-06 - 2026-02-07 | Orpheum Theatre, 146 Main Ave N, Twin Falls, ID, 83301
Celebrate Creativity at the 9th Annual Twin Falls Film Festival! Mark your calendars for February 6th and 7th and join us in beautiful Twin Falls, Idaho for a cinematic experience like no other. Hosted at the historic Orpheum Theatre on Main Street, this beloved festival showcases bold storytelling and visionary filmmaking from around the globe.
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Global Talent, Local Flavor
Meet filmmakers and screenwriters from diverse backgrounds who bring fresh perspectives and compelling narratives to the screen. Enjoy special events sponsored by cherished local favorites like Twin Falls Sandwich Company and Koto’s Brewing, adding a delicious hometown touch to the festivities.
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A New Tradition of Innovation
Now in its ninth year, the Twin Falls Film Festival continues to grow as a vibrant hub for creative exchange, community connection, and artistic celebration. Whether you’re a film enthusiast, aspiring creator, or simply looking for an inspiring weekend, the Orpheum is the place to be.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the story. Come for the films, stay for the friendships—and help us write the next chapter of this exciting tradition.

RATES: CLICK HERE to purchase tickets online
Day Pass- $35 ($20 with MVAC Membership)
Festival Pass-$45 ($30 with MVAC Membership)

Friday
11am-1:30 pm – FREE – Foreign Film
2-4:30 pm – Film Block 1
5-8:30 pm – Film Block 2
9-10:30 pm Special Feature – “Mr. Jimmy” https://www.mrjimmymovie.com/

Saturday
11 am-1:00 pm – Film Block 3
1:30-4:30 pm – Film Block 4
5:00-8:00 pm – Film Block 5
8:30 pm – Awards Ceremony
After Party

Making Macrame: Hanging Plant Table
2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Wednesday, February 4
6pm – 8pm
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $25 to MVAC members, $35 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

The Magic Valley Arts Council presents Making Macrame: Hanging Plant Tables with Chrissy Canner!

Join our Making Macrame class and learn the art of creating beautiful and intricate knot designs! Our instructor, Chrissy Canner, will guide you through various techniques that will leave you confident to work on a pattern project or create your own design. In this class, students will learn to create a hanging plant table, perfect for a Valentine to someone special or yourself!

All materials provided No experience necessary — beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Indie Lens Pop-Up - The Librarians
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Pl,, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
WHAT: FREE screening of The Librarians
WHEN: February 3, 6pm (film begins at 6:15pm)
WHERE: Sligar Auditorium, Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place
RSVP: Save a seat by RSVPing below!
EVENT TO FEATURE SCREENING AND MODERATED DISCUSSION FOLLOWING THE FILM.

Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS, and Magic Valley Arts Council will host a screening of “The Librarians,” featuring a moderated community discussion following the film. Directed, written, and produced by Kim A Snyder, Janique L Robillard, Maria Cuomo Cole, and Jana Edelbaum.
When Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life.

About Indie Lens Pop-Up
Indie Lens Pop-Up is a community series that brings people together for film screenings and conversations. Featuring documentaries seen on PBS’s INDEPENDENT LENS, Indie Lens Pop-Up draws local residents, leaders, and organizations to discuss what matters most. Learn more at pbs.org/indielenspopup.

About INDEPENDENT LENS
INDEPENDENT LENS is an Emmy® Award-winning PBS documentary series. With founding executive producer Lois Vossen, the series has been honored with 10 Academy Award nominations and features documentaries united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement, and unflinching visions of independent filmmakers. Presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS is funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Acton Family Giving, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, Wyncote Foundation, and National Endowment for the Arts. Stream anytime on the PBS App. For more visit pbs.org/independentlens.

Drawing Basics: Graphite Still Lifes
2026-01-29 - 2026-02-19 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Drawing Basics: Graphite Still Lifes
with Jude Metzler
Thursdays, January 29 – February 19 | 6pm – 8pm
$65 / MVAC Members
$80 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!

For this class, students will learn how to properly draw, shade, and blend 3-d objects. Each class, Jude will instruct students through increasingly complex still lifes with subjects ranging from simple shapes up to complicated pieces like skulls and foliage.
We’ll cover specific techniques for:

light direction and source
shading and blending
creating values in black and white

Whether you’ve drawn before or you are completely intimidated by the prospect, this is the class for you! Jude will break down the process into simple steps that can be applied to any work of art.
Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. All supplies provided.

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Comics & Cartoons in Depth with Norman Shurtliff
2026-01-27 - 2026-02-10 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Comics & Cartoons – in depth course
with Norman Shurtliff
Tuesdays, January 27 – February 3 | 6pm – 8pm
$50 / MVAC Members
$60 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!
This class is open to all ages 14 and up!

Join Norman Shurtliff, author of the Skull Cat graphic novel series, as he guides you how to create your very own cartoon, comic, or graphic novel! Split across three weeks, each class will cover something new. By the end of the series, you will officially be a comic strip author/artist! You can work on the same comic throughout the series, or a new one each class.
Week one: Character Design

Learn Norman’s process for designing characters. See how he designed the characters from his graphic novel series Skull Cat. Design your own characters using his Ultra Super Stickman Deluxe method.

Week two: Story Design

Learn the steps of the three act story structure, and why planning your story is important. Learn how to find a story amongst all the world building we love to do. Write a basic story together.

Week three: Drawing Comics

Learn the steps to creating a comic book, like penciling, inking, and lettering. See behind the scenes of how Skull Cat was created. Create your own short story comic using a provided template or begin your epic graphic novel from scratch.

Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. All supplies provided.

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

PERFORMANCE: Missoula Children's Theater 'CINDERELLA'
2026-01-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
When: Saturday, January 24, 3pm & 7pm
Where: Magic Valley Arts Council Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Place
A pumpkin coach, Prince Charming, a glass slipper and a dream come true are woven together by the magic of a Fairy Godmother this Saturday, January 24, when the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) and over 40 local students present an original musical adaptation of CINDERELLA.

CINDERELLA will be presented at 3pm & 7pm at the Magic Valley Arts Council Sligar Auditorium. Tickets are available online below or at the Magic Valley Arts Council office.
To obtain a ticket for a child 12 & under, please call 208-734-ARTS (2787) or stop by our office located at 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID 83301

Cast of Characters
Cinderella: Hanna Petroschek
Stepmother: Megan Hunter
Lovely: Anna Aikele
Beauty: Maegan Hyde
King: George Lever
Rags / Prince: Pippin Evans
Annie: Brylee Mitchell
Cleo: Alice Nielson
Fido: Sam Lombardo
Town Criers: Bentley Hilarides & Theodore Aikele
Buskers: PrezLee Stott, Paidyn Stott, John Lever, Rubeus Arellano, Zaylee Woodhouse, Raygun Woodard, & Ellie Lombardo
Lords & Ladies: Lucas Pola, Edmund Evans, Thomas Nussbaum, Oliver Ward, Hudson Garn, Luella Lever, Paige Lee, Karli Montero, Adley Mitchell, & Lila Aikele
Mice: Mae Garn, Delilah Arellano, Ann Arellano, Charles Nussbaum, & Serena Mortensen
Pumpkins: Navy Stott, Charlotte Nielson, Ky Lee, Ella Garn, Tinzley Corle, Eberli Jimenez, & Lillyana Harris
Assistant Directors: Jolene Arellano & Maxwell McConnell
Patches: MCT Tour Actor/Director Rosie Allenson
Director: MCT Tour Actor/Director Cody Landmichl
Accompanist: Mary Wagoner

The Missoula Children’s Theatre residency in Twin Falls is brought to you by the Magic Valley Arts Council with support from the Seagraves Family Foundation, Guy H Shearer Memorial Fund, Amalgamated Research, Kiwanis of Twin Falls, Twin Falls Optimists, and the Whittenberger Foundation. For more information, call the Magic Valley Arts Council at 208-734-ARTS (2787).

Refund Policy: All ticket, table, or seat purchases are non-refundable from the date of purchase.

AUDITIONS: Missoula Children's Theater 'Cinderella'
2026-01-19 16:30 - 18:30 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
When: Monday, January 19th beginning at 4:30pm sharp
Where: Magic Valley Arts Council Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls
Cost: Absolutely free! This theater opportunity is open to all youth Kindergarten – 12th grade.

An audition will be held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of CINDERELLA on Monday, January 19 at the Magic Valley Art’s Council’s Sligar Auditorium from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. All those auditioning should arrive by 4:15pm and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the audition.
Among the roles to be cast are Cinderella; her two stepsisters; the Stepmother; the Fairy Godmother; the King; the Prince; Cleo the Cat; Fido the Dog; Buskers; Lords and Ladies; Mice; and Pumpkins. Students ages 5-17 are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Assistant Directors will also be cast to aid in rehearsals throughout the week and to take on essential backstage responsibilities.
The Missoula Children’s Theatre touring productions are complete with costumes, scenery, and props. MCT Tour Actor/Directors will conduct rehearsals throughout the week from 4:30pm to 8:45pm each day.
CINDERELLA will be presented on Saturday, January 24th at the Magic Valley Arts Council Sligar Auditorium. Keep an eye out for tickets, this is a show you won’t want to miss!

Art Class: Happy Snowman in Watercolor
2026-01-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Happy Snowman in Watercolor
with Jenn Young
Tuesday, January 13 | 6-8pm
$20 / MVAC Members
$25 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!

Learn how to blend soft backgrounds, capture soft snow, and encapsulate whimsy in this fun watercolor class taught by local artist Jenn Young! Students will be taught step by step how to create their own happy snowmen, with emphasis on shading, leaving white space, and fine line detail work.

Jenn Young is a talented artist based in Southern Idaho who by her own description, loves to make things! While she generally focuses on watercolor and woodworking, you may find her dabbling in a wide variety of art forms. Jenn has taught classes in the Rupert area for several years, and we are thrilled to bring her talents to the Magic Valley for you to enjoy.

All supplies included. No experience necessary – beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.
