CONVERSATIONS AT OZ
An evening of dinner and dialogue benefitting OZ Arts Nashville
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
One of the most dynamic annual benefits in Nashville, this seated dinner invites guests to engage in insightful dialogue with some of the city’s most influential figures in arts and culture, business, and government. Tickets are on sale now!
Gov. Gavin Newsom: Young Man in a Hurry
Saturday, February 21
Doors at 5PM / Event at 6PM
Tickets: $47
Each admission includes one unsigned copy of Young Man in a Hurry.
Please note there will not be a signing line at this event.
Hiroaki Umeda
assimilating and Moving State 1
(Japan)
March 26-28
Tickets $30-$37
Artist & Creative Community tickets $20-$30
Meow Meow
Diva and Disruptor
(Australia)
April 11
Limited VIP Table Seating $75
General Admission $40
Artist & Creative Community tickets $30
“Deliciously deranged…drags cabaret kicking and screaming into the 21st century”
— Time Out NY
Rod McGaha
FRAGMENTS OF HER
On view through February 16, 2026
Prolific musician and visual artist Rod McGaha creates work that explores the resilience, grace, and joy of Black people, with a particular focus on the experiences and contributions of Black women. In this collection of 11 original artworks, Fragments of Her, McGaha portrays the perceptions and complexity of Black women, utilizing dynamic black and white photos, stunning mixed media collage, and vibrant cyanotypes alongside found materials like cardboard and tape.
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MISSION
OZ Arts supports the creation, development and presentation of significant performing and visual art works by leading artists whose contribution influences the advancement of their field. Through performances, exhibitions, and community events, OZ Arts focuses on producing and presenting the work of local and visiting artists who reflect our diverse society, utilize new artistic forms and technology in creative ways, and provide opportunities for meaningful engagement with audiences, students and cultural and civic leaders.
