Old Town Untapped Summer Sizzle kicks off with Fin Exhibition

Pompano Beach Arts has announced the launching of Old Town Untapped Summer Sizzle. The June edition will feature Fin, the final group exhibition of our 2022-23 Artists in Residence (AiRs) program.

This summer block party will showcase the residents’ artwork in the BaCA main gallery and feature the band Girlfriend Material on the main outdoor stage. The fun kicks off on Friday, June 2 at 5:30 p.m.  Food trucks will be on-site, but vendors will not be present.

The exhibition will be on view until June 30, 2023. The rest of our Summer Sizzle lineup will be announced shortly. Persons can visit www.pompanobeacharts.org for the latest updates.

“Old Town Untapped is back by popular demand,” said Ty Tabing, Director of Cultural Affairs Department. “When we announced we were taking the summer off, we were overwhelmed with requests to keep the party going! The Summer Sizzle version will have a smaller footprint, without the vendors, but will continue to feature the best live bands and art exhibitions. This summer, guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy the new South Kitchen and Bar and explore the new Old Town Backyard area behind BaCA.”

During the June event, guests will meet the outstanding artists who participated in the newly revamped AiRs program and view their latest works.

“Each of them brought something truly special to this initiative, sharing their unique talents and becoming part of the fabric of our arts community” continued Tabing.  “We are thrilled that they utilized this opportunity to advance their careers, and we look forward to the next phase of their success.”

As part of the residency, each artist was provided with a studio, allowing them to create in a dedicated space within an inspiring atmosphere. The participants advanced their public engagement skills through featured roles during Old Town Untapped events and teaching arts workshops. The program also provided the artists with training in marketing, branding, and intellectual property rights; necessary skills to enhance their careers.

This semester’s AiRs include Leonardo Montoya, Gregory Dirr, Kim Ferguson, Gerard Pastor, Shanna L. Woods, Darcy Roberts and Manzi Liu.

During June’s event, guests will be able to explore the beautiful creations of the AiRs while enjoying the high-energy cover band, Girlfriend Material, which offers a wide range of genre-crossing music that will keep the party in high gear.