Art Farm at Serenbe

Call and Response: The Story Behind The Sound of Freedom Ahead of his performance at Art Farm on Saturday, July 11th, acclaimed pianist, composer, and bandleader Louis Heriveaux joins Music Council Chair Gary Kassas for a conversation about the roots and reach of American jazz. From childhood piano lessons to a life-changing encounter with improvisation at the Georgia Governor's Honors Program, to...

What happens when you take one of Shakespeare’s darkest tragedies and drop it into the world of Friends? In this interview, writer and creator Aaron Stegman breaks down her bold new play— Macbeth reimagined as a sitcom , set in a modern-day Manhattan inspired by the Friends universe. What starts as a clever parody quickly reveals deeper themes around community, isolation, motherhood, and how moder...

In this special conversation, internationally acclaimed siblings Julie and David Coucheron sit down with Music Chair Gary Cassis for an intimate discussion on artistry, collaboration, and the lifelong journey of music. From stages like Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center to their upcoming performance in Serenbe, the Coucherons reflect on growing up in music, performing together around the world,...

Art Farm at Serenbe kicked off its 2026 season with an unforgettable Evening with the Director celebrating AILEY , the acclaimed documentary about legendary choreographer Alvin Ailey . This intimate wine dinner featured filmmaker Jamila Wignot (Ailey, STAX: Soulsville USA) in conversation about the making of the film, Alvin Ailey’s cultural legacy, and the power of storytelling through movement. G...

In the Season Two premiere of the Art Farm Podcast, host Gary Cassis is joined by Art Farm board leaders Jane Blount and Bill Sission for a conversation about the role of classical music in building connection and community. They reflect on memorable performances at Serenbe, explore how nature shapes the listening experience, and preview the upcoming classical season—including a Valentine’s Day ma...

Art Farm Podcast — Episode 6 Leading the Next Chapter: A Conversation with Shawn Watwood In Episode 6 of the Art Farm Podcast, we welcome Shawn Watwood for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, vision, and the future of arts organizations rooted in community. Shawn shares the formative professional, artistic, and personal experiences that have shaped his leadership philosophy—and how those e...

Roller skates, disco lights, and a whole lot of heart! In this episode, host Gary Cassis sits down with Xanadu Director Eric Quang Gelb and Production Manager Justin Oates Marble to take you behind the scenes of Art Farm’s most dazzling production yet. From directing large-scale events like the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to crafting an intimate open-air theatre experience in Serenbe’s Wildflow...

In this soulful episode of the Art Farm at Serenbe Podcast , host Gary Cassis welcomes celebrated jazz vocalist Rhonda Thomas for a powerful conversation on artistry, resilience, and finding purpose through performance. Known for her solo career and collaborations with legends like Isaac Hayes , India. Arie , and Luther Vandross , Rhonda shares her journey through the music industry, the meaning b...

In this inspiring episode of the Art Farm at Serenbe Podcast , host Gary Cassis welcomes special guest Sheri Salata — Film Council Chair, Art Farm board member, author, and former executive producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show . Sheri shares her personal journey from media executive to Serenbe resident, offering reflections on her career in television and storytelling, the future of women in film, a...

In this premiere episode of the Art Farm at Serenbe Podcast , hosted by Gary Cassis , Chair of the Music Council, we’re joined by three of our Executive Board Members: – Garnie Nygren , Co-Chair – Penny McPhee , Co-Chair & Philanthropic Consultant – William Sisson , Vice Chair Together, they share the story behind Art Farm’s mission, reflect on highlights from the current season, and offer a p...