The Garrett Lakes Arts Festival (GLAF) enriches Garrett County’s cultural landscape by supporting performing arts. With diverse performances including music, dance, theater, and storytelling, GLAF offers high-quality artistic experiences. By featuring local and international artists, GLAF fosters a vibrant cultural environment, contributing to the region’s cultural and economic vitality. Residents and visitors can enjoy a rich tapestry of performances year-round.
On September 13, Randy Riggle’s Nostalgia Show takes you back to a time before computers and cell phones, when drive-ins and fountain sodas were the norm, and classic car cruises were nightly events. Remember the first record you owned or sitting around the radio? Randy’s show combines storytelling, gun-slinging, dancing, and pantomime, with over 50 impersonations and a special tribute to veterans. A seasoned comedian since 1982, Randy’s Nostalgia Show is a 2-hour multi-media performance celebrating the 1950s and ’60s with his unique style and quick wit.
On September 23, Seth Kibel, a top Mid-Atlantic woodwind specialist, will perform. Known for his saxophone, clarinet, and flute skills, Seth has won 28 Washington Area Music Awards and released his latest recording, Clown With A Stick, in May 2023. He leads The Kleztet, a klezmer band with four acclaimed albums.
On September 28, The Latin Ballet of Virginia (LBV), founded in 1997 by Ana Ines King in Richmond, is a leading Hispanic dance company and school. It offers multicultural dance programs, professional performances, and classes for all ages. LBV has 11 professional dancers, 6 musicians, and 25 apprentices, serving about 400 students annually. It also hosts 5 major productions, numerous residencies, and master classes.