After a $32 million cut in state funding for the arts, Central Florida is now trying to keep its art scene alive with new budget plans for the upcoming year.

Organizers for two Central Florida fringe festivals are calling for state lawmakers to override a veto from Gov. Ron DeSantis on $32 million in arts funding for the 2024-2025 budget.

Arts groups statewide are scrambling after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed $32 million in arts funding for the 2024-2025 budget.

The U.S.’s longest-running Fringe Festival is getting a revamp and opening a new venue, the Fringe ArtSpace, that will stay open year-round in the heart of downtown Orlando.

Orlando Fringe is back for its 31st year with fan favorites and up-and-comers alike. The theatre festival will run from May 17-30.