Congratulations to our East and West GSA finalists!
2025-2026 SENIORS — Earn the Arts Seal of Excellence!
If you’ve been in our arts programs all four years, you’re eligible to apply to have the JCS Arts Seal of Excellence added to your diploma!
This prestigious seal recognizes your dedication, talent, and commitment to the arts in Jessamine County.
How to Apply:
✔️ Complete the Arts Seal of Excellence Application by March 11, 2026
✔️ Receive your assigned Google folder + requirements
✔️ Upload all required materials to your folder by Sunday, April 12th
Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 11
Materials Due: Sunday, April 12
Finish strong and be recognized for your excellence!
APPLY HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3feNbdVr6tRVddLDEeTvdT_9lH29z41u6_Qv1dn4NvKpb1A/viewform?usp=dialog
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This summer, we are delighted to welcome Broadway’s original Katherine Howard (SIX) and Jordan Baker (THE GREAT GATSBY), SAMANTHA PAULY, to the Love, Broadway stage!
SAMANTHA PAULY – Broadway: The Great Gatsby originated the role of Jordan Baker, SIX the Musical originated the role of Katherine Howard (Drama Desk Award, Grammy Nomination) West End: Eva Peron in Jamie Lloyd’s critically acclaimed revival of Evita. National Tours: Bat Out Of Hell (Valkyrie). Regional: SIX as Katherine Howard (Joseph Jefferson Award), Evita as Eva Peron, Honeymoon in Vegas as Betsy Nolan, (Marriott Theatre), Hairspray as Amber von Tussle, Elf the Musical as Jovie (Paramount Theatre), and many more. TV: “Chicago PD” (NBC). Represented by Stewart Talent and Lohne/Graham Management. Instagram and TikTok: @sampauly
During her time working with LOVE, BROADWAY, youth artists from across the Commonwealth can attend a Dance Masterclass taught by Sam! More information to come!
Join us August 22, 2026 for our fourth annual LOVE, BROADWAY BENEFIT CONCERT supporting arts education and outreach programming in Jessamine County! Ticketing information for this event will be released soon.
WANT TO PERFORM WITH SAMANTHA PAULY?
Auditions are now LIVE for HIGH SCHOOL and ADULT artists interested in being a part of this special night. All audition materials are due by Saturday, February 28th at 5:00pm EST.
Information regarding auditions for our Youth Ensemble will be released in March.
For more information, and to audition, visit: bit.ly/lbaudition2026
SAMANTHA PAULY – Broadway: The Great Gatsby originated the role of Jordan Baker, SIX the Musical originated the role of Katherine Howard (Drama Desk Award, Grammy Nomination) West End: Eva Peron in Jamie Lloyd’s critically acclaimed revival of Evita. National Tours: Bat Out Of Hell (Valkyrie). Regional: SIX as Katherine Howard (Joseph Jefferson Award), Evita as Eva Peron, Honeymoon in Vegas as Betsy Nolan, (Marriott Theatre), Hairspray as Amber von Tussle, Elf the Musical as Jovie (Paramount Theatre), and many more. TV: “Chicago PD” (NBC). Represented by Stewart Talent and Lohne/Graham Management. Instagram and TikTok: @sampauly
During her time working with LOVE, BROADWAY, youth artists from across the Commonwealth can attend a Dance Masterclass taught by Sam! More information to come!
Join us August 22, 2026 for our fourth annual LOVE, BROADWAY BENEFIT CONCERT supporting arts education and outreach programming in Jessamine County! Ticketing information for this event will be released soon.
WANT TO PERFORM WITH SAMANTHA PAULY?
Auditions are now LIVE for HIGH SCHOOL and ADULT artists interested in being a part of this special night. All audition materials are due by Saturday, February 28th at 5:00pm EST.
Information regarding auditions for our Youth Ensemble will be released in March.
For more information, and to audition, visit: bit.ly/lbaudition2026
Be sure to stop by the Jessamine County Public library and checkout the artwork from our students at Nicholasville Elementary and the Early Learning Village!
Take a break from cooking and eat at Zaxby's tonight to support our band programs!
It's hard to believe Lion King was one week ago!
The students at Red Oak Elementary did such a wonderful job.
We have 2 great shows happening this week! Go support our arts programs.
All students 3rd-5th grade in Jessamine County schools are welcome to audition for A Year With Frog and Toad! Show dates are April 17th and April 18th. Students who accept a role are expected to attend all performances.
Audition information will be sent to you Feb 1st once you have signed up to audition.
If you have any questions, please email amy.harrod@jessamine.kyschools.us
Jessamine County Arts is excited to host a performance of A Year With Frog and Toad on April 17th and 18th. Auditions are open until January 31st online.
“This whimsical show follows two great friends – the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad – through four fun-filled seasons.
Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. The two best friends celebrate and rejoice in the differences that make them unique and special. Part vaudeville, part make believe... all charm, A Year with Frog and Toad tells the story of a friendship that endures throughout the seasons.”
Who: all current Jessamine County Elementary Students in 3rd - 5th grade
When: Rehearsals will be after school in the evenings during March and April. (2-3 rehearsals per week)
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/g9hi64CoqfeyR8nz6
Final performances on April 17th and 18th
There will be call backs for some roles in February. At that time, we will have families identify possible scheduling conflicts.
If you have any questions, please email amy.harrod@jessamine.kyschools.us
Audition information will be sent to you Feb 1st once you have signed up to audition.
If you have any questions, please email amy.harrod@jessamine.kyschools.us
Jessamine County Arts is excited to host a performance of A Year With Frog and Toad on April 17th and 18th. Auditions are open until January 31st online.
“This whimsical show follows two great friends – the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad – through four fun-filled seasons.
Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding and learn life lessons along the way. The two best friends celebrate and rejoice in the differences that make them unique and special. Part vaudeville, part make believe... all charm, A Year with Frog and Toad tells the story of a friendship that endures throughout the seasons.”
Who: all current Jessamine County Elementary Students in 3rd - 5th grade
When: Rehearsals will be after school in the evenings during March and April. (2-3 rehearsals per week)
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/g9hi64CoqfeyR8nz6
Final performances on April 17th and 18th
There will be call backs for some roles in February. At that time, we will have families identify possible scheduling conflicts.
If you have any questions, please email amy.harrod@jessamine.kyschools.us
Registration is open for our Spring Semester of orchestra!
If you'd like your child to learn violin, viola, cello or string bass, sign them up today!
Registrations ends next week.
If you'd like your child to learn violin, viola, cello or string bass, sign them up today!
Registrations ends next week.
Have a great break and we'll see you in a couple weeks!
West Middle and West High bands had a full house at their holiday concert Thursday evening.
Our programs are doing great things!
We had such a great turnout for our JCS Orchestra Ensemble concert Thursday evening!
It's exciting to watch this program grow.
Our artists have been hard at work lately!
Tonight!
It's easy to be an elf at Brookside Elementary!
The 4th graders at Warner Elementary had a fun performance of The Holiday Bake Off today!
Tonight!
Some of our arts programs participated in the St Nich fest activities this weekend. We love collaborating with our local community!
What a splendid holiday concert from East Choirs Thursday evening!
Update for today, Thursday December 11th.
