Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art announces 2026 Fall series; Membership packages now available
February 13, 2026
The Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art (PIFMA) has unveiled its 2026 Fall Series lineup, featuring a diverse array of tribute performances and national touring acts beginning this October.…
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National Endowment for the Arts awards grant to Chamber Music Charleston for semiquincentennial project, “Echoes of the Saint Cecilia Society”
February 12, 2026
Chamber Music Charleston (CMC) has been awarded a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of a major new initiative, Echoes of the Saint Cecilia Society. This…
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Collard Green Memories
February 11, 2026
By Tom Poland Being the chap I was, collard greens’ smell and similarity to the stringy dark-green algae in fish ponds repulsed me. Mom would cook up a mess…
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Revolutionary Roots: Mauldin Cultural Center to Host Historical Luncheon
February 10, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is preparing to take a step back in time this month with its upcoming Revolutionary War History Luncheon. The event focuses on the pivotal role South…
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Theatre adaptation of Orlando brings Virginia Woolf’s trailblazing tale of gender and identity to life at USC’s Benson Theatre
February 10, 2026
The USC Department of Theatre and Dance will present Orlando, Sarah Ruhl’s theatrical adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s groundbreaking story of self-discovery, February 26 – March 1 at Benson Theatre. Performance times…
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South Carolina Philharmonic announces two new Board Members
February 9, 2026
The South Carolina Philharmonic announced the appointment of two new community leaders and established contributors to the orchestra’s Board of Directors: Carol Addy and Hassan Anderson. Carol Addy serves as Chief…
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Clinton Art Gallery Opens 2026 Exhibit Season with ART & SOUL This Thursday
February 9, 2026
The Clinton Art Gallery will officially open its 2026 exhibition season this Thursday with ART & SOUL, a colorful and expressive showcase of abstract and non-representational art. The public opening…
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Roots of the City: New Native Fence Garden Coming to Mauldin Cultural Center
February 8, 2026
While much of the recent news in Mauldin has focused on steel and stadium seats, a quieter, greener transformation is beginning at the heart of the city’s historic district. The…
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Mauldin Theatre Company Asks Community for Support in Best of the Upstate 2026 Nominations
February 7, 2026
Mauldin Theatre Company is asking for the community’s support as nominations open for the Best of the Upstate 2026awards. In recent years, Mauldin Theatre Company has been nominated for Best…
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City of Simpsonville Announces Launch of Simpsonville Theatre Company
February 5, 2026
The City of Simpsonville has announced the launch of the Simpsonville Theatre Company, a new community-focused performing arts organization dedicated to theatre education, youth development, and inclusive access to the…
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S.C. Arts Commission announces leadership transition
February 5, 2026
David Platts to retire from distinguished public service After 33 years serving as a teacher, school administrator and arts administrator, South Carolina Arts Commission Executive Director David Platts will retire…
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March events at the Columbia Museum of Art
February 5, 2026
Columbia Museum of Art March 2026 Calendar EXHIBITIONS Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil On view March 21 through June 28, 2026 Rodney McMillian: A Son of the Soil…
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MOJA Arts Festival celebrates Black History Month with February performances at Dock Street Theatre
February 5, 2026
As part of its 41st anniversary season, the MOJA Arts Festival will honor Black History Month with two powerful February events at the Dock Street Theatre, celebrating Black artistry, cultural legacy,…
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Cast Iron Cornbread
February 5, 2026
By Tom Poland Born of fire, master of fire, and survivor of fire, my vintage cast iron cornbread mold fed many a soul. Best I figure it came to…
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Swamp Fox Players announce ticket sale for the musical comedy “Nunsense”
February 5, 2026
Tickets for the musical comedy Nunsense are on sale for the Swamp Fox Players’ upcoming performance schedule in March at the Georgetown Strand Theatre. Directed by Karen Morello, the show will run March…
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GJFF reschedules The Sea for March 1
February 4, 2026
The next Pop-Up Movie from the Greenville Jewish Film Festival is the South Carolina premier of “The Sea” on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 4 pm at Camelot Cinemas in…
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A Night to Remember: Celebrating legacy and emerging talent at Pickens County Performing Arts Center
February 4, 2026
On February 13, 2026, the Pickens County Performing Arts Center will host a remarkable night of country music, featuring Montgomery Gentry with Eddie Montgomery and special guest Benton Blount. This…
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Immersive Orchestra Experience of Children of Eden Coming to Mauldin Cultural Center — Next Week Only
February 4, 2026
Audiences will have a special opportunity next week to experience a powerful and unique theatrical event as Children of Eden takes the stage in an immersive orchestra presentation for a…
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Brown’s Ferry Elementary Beta Club secures state title, advances to nationals
February 3, 2026
Members of the National Beta Club at Brown’s Ferry Elementary School for the Creative and Performing Arts are headed to the national stage following a top-tier performance at the South…
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World-renowned a cappella group, The King’s Singers, returns to the Carlos Moseley Chamber Music Series at Converse
February 3, 2026
Converse University welcomes back GRAMMY and Emmy Award–winning a cappella ensemble The King’s Singers to campus for another captivating performance as part of the Carlos Moseley Chamber Music Series. Returning…
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The Sweetest Smoke A Man Was Ever To Smell
February 2, 2026
By Tom Poland To some, the smokehouse remains a symbol of the impoverished, rural South. Not me. I see it as a rustic savior, and I thank the late…
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Lander Art Gallery to Host Annual Student Juried Exhibition
February 2, 2026
The community is invited to join the Department of Art for a reception with student artists featured in the 2026 Student Juried Exhibition Thursday, Feb. 5 at 5 p.m. in…
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Laurens County Community Theatre Adds New Performance of Finding Nemo Jr. After Snow Cancellations
February 2, 2026
The Laurens County Community Theatre is moving full speed ahead with its production of Finding Nemo Jr. after winter weather forced the cancellation of two performances this past weekend. Due…
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It’s Showtime: Mauldin Youth Theatre Brings Beetlejuice Jr. to the Cultural Center
February 1, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is about to get a little more strange and unusual as the Mauldin Youth Theatre prepares to take the stage with their production of Beetlejuice Jr.…
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Brookgreen Gardens announces closure due to winter weather
January 30, 2026
Due to the forecasted snow and potentially unsafe driving conditions, Brookgreen Gardens will be closed January 31 and February 1. Citing the safety of their guests, staff, and community…
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One Columbia for Arts and Culture reopens nominations for prestigious Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award
January 29, 2026
Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award Returns to Celebrate Columbia’s Cultural Leaders One Columbia for Arts and Culture announced the highly anticipated return of the Stephen G. Morrison Visionary Award. After…
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My Lost Geisha
January 28, 2026
By Tom Poland It was the photograph in my father’s war album. Her white kimono. Hair black as onyx. Pale, serene face. Perfect bone structure. Gloss, a sheen upon her…
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Original artwork, nostalgic displays highlight arrival of Bugs Bunny and friends at Upcountry History Museum
January 28, 2026
On Saturday morning, January 31, 2026, Bugs Bunny, Road Runner, Tweety Bird, and Sylvester won’t just be cartoons on your television screen, they and fellow Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies…
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Laurens County Community Theatre Opens Finding Nemo Jr. This Friday
January 27, 2026
The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) invites audiences of all ages to dive into an unforgettable underwater adventure as Finding Nemo Jr. opens Friday, January 30 at the Clinton High…
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Art, Healing, and Self-Discovery Take Center Stage at Solo Show at The Artists’ Coop
January 27, 2026
A unique and deeply personal art experience is coming to downtown Laurens as The Artists’ Coop hosts a solo art show featuring Daria Cronic on February 7, 2026, from 2:00…
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“Fragments” brings Charleston dance companies together Feb. 15
January 26, 2026
On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Collective SC and NousPointe will present Fragments, an evening of contemporary dance featuring three Charleston-based companies—Collective SC, NousPointe, and Impermanent Gallery—at the Cannon Street Arts…
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Children of Eden Comes to Life at the Mauldin Cultural Center
January 24, 2026
The Mauldin Cultural Center is inviting the community to experience an epic and heartfelt musical this winter as the Mauldin Theatre Company presents Children of Eden, running February 12–15, 2026.…
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Red Clay
January 21, 2026
By Tom Poland Drizzle drifted and spritzed as if it were January except it was October. Mists coated my camera. In its viewfinder red mud glistened in rain that…
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Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art announces Lee Minton Signature Series and student outreach programs
January 21, 2026
This February, the Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art (PIFMA) kicks off its annual Lee Minton Signature Series, a winter tribute to the festival’s founder. The 2026 lineup features…
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Laurens County Community Theatre to Bring Finding Nemo Jr. to the Stage
January 21, 2026
The Laurens County Community Theatre (LCCT) will dive into a family-friendly adventure with its upcoming production of Finding Nemo Jr., opening Friday, January 30, with a 7:30 p.m. curtain. Performances…
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Our night out at The Mockingbird
January 20, 2026By Alan Cooper Publisher UpstateBizSC Last Friday night, we spent the evening at the opening of The Mockingbird, Greenville’s newest music venue. Thanks for the invite, Kara Dullea! We were…
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Community Art Show to Showcase Local Talent at Laurens County Museum
January 20, 2026
The Laurens County Museum will host a Community Art Show this spring, highlighting the creativity and talent of local artists through a diverse and engaging exhibition. The show, featuring artwork…
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Stage Door Arts Academy opens January 19, bringing dance, theater, and creative confidence to Charleston families
January 19, 2026
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC – Stage Door Arts Academy officially opens its doors on Monday, January 19, offering a new performing arts home for children and teens throughout the Charleston area.…
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Brookgreen Gardens offers quarterly Sip and Sculpt series
January 18, 2026
Brookgreen Gardens is offering a unique experience for visitors who want to unleash their creativity while sipping on their favorite beverage with its quarterly Sip and Sculpt series. Whether…
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Classical Cello and Piano Recital Set for January 23 in Clinton
January 17, 2026
Classical music enthusiasts are invited to attend a free cello and piano recital featuring Richard Thomas and Andrew Sheffield on Friday, January 23, at 7:00 p.m. at Cornerstone Baptist Church…
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Greenville Theatre presents Sunday in the Park with George: A Staged Symphony Concert
January 15, 2026
Join Greenville Theatre for the first production of the new year, Sunday in the Park with George: A Staged Symphony Concert. Don’t miss this musical theatre masterpiece as it has never been…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces 2026 season
January 15, 2026
A Landmark Year Framed by Freedom of Expression and America’s 250th Anniversary Spoleto Festival USA announced its 2026 season, running May 22–June 7, 2026, featuring more than 110 performances across opera,…
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The Last Open Door
January 14, 2026
By Tom Poland For the first time in my life I was alone in my church. The old Regulator wall clock ticked away as I ticked away the families…
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Clemson musicians to bring silent film “The Freshman” to life with live performance and a new score
January 13, 2026
Under the baton of Director Kimberly Souther, the Clemson University Symphony and String Orchestras will present their third annual Silent Film Concert on February 1, 2026, at the Brooks Center…
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Clinton Art Gallery Opens 2026 Exhibit Season with ‘ART & SOUL’ Abstract Showcase
January 11, 2026
The Clinton Art Gallery is set to open its 2026 exhibition calendar with ART & SOUL, a themed exhibit celebrating abstract and non-representational art from a diverse group of artists.…
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Columbia Museum of Art February 2026 exhibitions and events calendar
January 8, 2026
EXHIBITIONS Keith Haring: Radiant Vision On view through February 15, 2026 Keith Haring (1958–1990) emerged as a shooting star of the New York art scene in the 1980s. His signature…
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The Peace Center unveils its two new music venues – The Mockingbird and Coach Music Factory
January 8, 2026The Peace Center unveiled its two new music venues –– The Mockingbird and Coach Music Factory –– along with a new Arts Education Center and Artist Dorms, during a media-only…
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Sardis Road
January 7, 2026
By Tom Poland Back roads never disappoint me. Such was the case with a road, paved just a tad, but deliciously dirt the rest of the way. As I…
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Creative Teens Invited to “Clear the Closet” Craft Program at Laurens Library on January 15
January 7, 2026
Teens ages 11–17 are invited to get creative during Clear the Closet, a hands-on crafting program hosted by the Laurens County Public Library – Laurens Branch on Wednesday, January 15,…
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Youth organization hosts fashion and talent showcase for non-profits to compete for funds
January 7, 2026
Learn Earn, Earn Learn (L.E.E.L.) will host its Fashion & Talent Showcase: Non-Profits Compete! Fundraiser on Sunday, January 18, 2026 from 2-5 PM at Burke High School (244 President Street,…
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