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.