Many have tried, including Kent’s dad, David Kent. From 1974 to 1987, he produced a follow-up show in Bossier City. Called “Hayride, USA,” then the “Louisiana Hayride,” it included a popular restaurant, the Hayride Kitchen. Also attempting to bring it back was producer Bill Starnes.

“These are artists who are not in galleries – not famous – that may think they are not good enough or strong enough to be in the Revel as a regular artist. We are offering for them to come here and display their art and test the waters of the market.”.