13-8-102. Definitions.

13-8-102. Definitions. As used in this subchapter: (1) “Agency” means the Arkansas Arts Council established in this subchapter. The agency shall include the advisory council and the position of executive director as established in this subchapter; (2) “Arts” includes, but is not limited to: (A) Instrumental and vocal music; (B) Dance; (C) Drama; (D) Painting; (E) Sculpture; (F) Creative writing; (G) Architectural and allied fields; (H) Graphics; (I) Folk art; (J) Porcelain art; (K) China painting; (L) Craft art; (M) Industrial design; (N) Costume and fashion design; (O) Motion pictures; (P) Television; (Q) Radio; (R) Tape and sound recordings; and (S) The arts related to the presentation, performance, execution, and exhibition of such major art forms; (3) “Group” includes any state or other public agency and any nonprofit society, institution, organization, association, museum, or establishment in Arkansas, whether or not incorporated; (4) “Office” means the Arkansas Arts Council established in this subchapter. The office shall include the advisory council and the position of executive director as established in this subchapter; (5) “Production” means: (A) A play, with or without music; (B) A ballet; (C) A dance or choral performance; (D) A concert; (E) A recital; (F) An opera; (G) An exhibition; (H) A reading; (I) A motion picture; (J) Television; (K) Radio; (L) A tape or sound recording; and (M) Any other activity involving the execution or rendition of the arts and meeting any standards approved by the agency; and (6) “Project” means: (A) A program organized to carry out the purposes of this subchapter, including a program: (i) To foster artistic creativity; (ii) To commission works of art; (iii) To create opportunities for individuals to develop artistic talents when carried on as a part of a program otherwise included in this definition; and (iv) To develop and enhance public knowledge and understanding of the arts and humanities; and (B) “Project” also includes, when appropriate: (i) The rental, purchase, renovation, or construction of a facility; (ii) The purchase or rental of land; and (iii) The acquisition of equipment, supplies, materials, and other personal property.