Due South – Thomasville Center for the Arts

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Thank You for Our Best Due South Yet!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, this year’s Due South was our most successful yet, raising over $105,000 in support of year-round arts education and community outreach. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, donors, volunteers and guests whose support makes this work possible. Because of you, the arts continue to thrive in our community.

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The Music

Rebirth Brass Band

For almost four decades, the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band has been stunning fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog.

Cha Wa

New Orleans brass band-meets-Mardi Gras Indian outfit Cha Wa radiates the energy of the city’s street culture.

Pharaohs of Funk

Pho-Funk provides a musical atmosphere where people come together to be free in the heart, mind, and spirit.

The Art

Public Art Exhibition + Competition
Birds of a Feather
April 2 – June 2, 2027 | The UnVacant Lot + Jackson Street

Thomasville Center for the Arts, in partnership with ASHLEY | 1915 South, invites regional sculptors to explore the creative possibilities of sculpture + light in Due South 2027: Birds of a Feather. A juried panel will select artists to create original, illuminated sculptures inspired by birds native to the Red Hills region.

These one-of-a-kind works will bring the region’s remarkable birdlife to light at the UnVacant Lot, 217 West Jackson Street, and the City’s Lot, 233 West Jackson Street. The sculptures will debut during Due South 2027 and remain on display through June 2, 2027.

Birds of a Feather Entrance Guidelines
By applying to Due South 2027: Birds of a Feather, artists agree to the following requirements if selected:
– Create one original sculpture, measuring a minimum of 12″× 36″ & depicting a bird native to the Red Hills region. Submit high-resolution images of the completed work by March 30, 2027.

– Deliver a weatherproof, ready-to-install sculpture incorporating appropriate lighting to create a strong visual effect. Installation requirements vary by category; complete specifications are available HERE.
– Install the completed sculpture between 9 a.m. and noon on Thursday, April 1, 2027.
– Attend the Birds of a Feather Artist Party + Awards on Thursday, April 1, 2027, from 5:30–7 p.m. (Location TBD)

Competition Categories

Artists must select one of three competition categories:

 Birds That Sing

Birds That Dive

Birds That Wade

Each $30 application covers one sculpture entry. Artists may submit a maximum of one entry in each category, for a maximum of three entries in total. Each entry requires a separate application and a $30 fee.

Awards
Best of Show Overall – $1,000
1st Place in Each Category – $400
2nd Place in Each Category – $100

Artists may offer their original works for sale during the exhibition, with 30% of the proceeds benefiting Thomasville Center for the Arts. The Center reserves the right to photograph all artwork and use the images for promotional purposes.

Apply Here

Colorful yarn installations adorning public spaces in the Creative District, adding a whimsical touch to the urban landscape.

DUE SOUTH 2027 Public Art Call to Artists (2)

DUE SOUTH 2027 Public Art Call to Artists (1)

Festival attendees sampling a variety of local dishes from food stalls, highlighting the culinary diversity of the region.

Group of volunteers in matching shirts assisting festival-goers and contributing to the seamless execution of the Due South Festival

The Food

For 14 years and counting, Due South has built a reputation on sharing emerging talent with Thomasville, Georgia across visual, performing and culinary arts. Our corner of the world boasts some of the best flavors of the south and this concert serves them up! Local favorites will be available exclusively to Due South ticket holders and serving up southern spins on their typical menu offerings. Neighboring restaurants will be open for business and serving up craft beer & wine for Due Southers. For an all-inclusive experience, grab tickets to our sponsor party to enjoy tasty bites and signature cocktails.

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