Jim Barber, Executive Director of the Branson Regional Arts Council, was honored Sunday with a special reception. Barber's immense contributions to the organization were celebrated by the BRAC Board of Directors, as well as members of the community.
Barber, who has held the position of Executive Director for the nonprofit since April of 2017, announced his resignation from the Arts Council earlier in the year, to pursue other endeavors.
Barber, a well-known Branson personality, hosts his own popular radio show, The Barber Shop, weekdays on Branson's popular 98.1—Branson 4U. A man of many talents, Barber entertained the masses in Branson for many years, sharing the stage with Dave Hamner as part of the Hamner Barber Show.
Recently, Barber has returned to performing and is now a special guest performer on the wildly funny Yakov Smirnoff Show.
Sunday's celebration was held as part of the Branson Regional Arts Council New Artist Reception at the Branson Convention Center Art Gallery, located on the second level of the Branson Convention Center. More than a dozen area artists have been selected for a six-month exhibition at the Art Gallery, where their work will be displayed.
Barber, who vacates his position at the end of the month, will be succeeded by Branson entertainer Luke Menard.
Menard, who rose to fame while competing on American Idol's seventh season, is a talented vocalist, best known locally for his performances as part of the Grand Jubilee.
Said Barber of his replacement, "After an exhaustive search and many qualified candidates, I am thrilled to be passing the baton to Luke Menard, as he continues to build upon our vision and progress in bringing high-quality community arts and youth arts education to the Branson area."
Menard will begin his role with the Branson Arts Council on October 1, 2024.
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