AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoJames Beard buzz: The 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards named Denver’s Chef Penelope Wong (Yuan Wonton) the Mountain Region winner, putting Montana’s neighbors in the national spotlight. Theater in Yellowstone gateway: Westgate Theatre in West Yellowstone reopened after major upgrades and is kicking off with “Annie Get Your Gun,” plus more summer shows. Music festival planning: Missoula’s Zootown Festival returns with a big lineup (including The Chicks and The Lumineers) and a practical guide to parking, shuttles, chair/locker rentals, and what to bring. Local arts career pipeline: Tennessee Tech’s musical theatre grads are landing real-world experience through internships with the Cumberland County Playhouse, with one Montana theatre stop noted. Montana sports culture: Sean O’Malley’s UFC Freedom 250 win keeps the Montana native in the headlines as he talks next steps and pay. Outdoor entertainment: Great Falls’ Big Sky Bungee announced closure plans, with the last day set for June 30.
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