Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg announces new Executive Director
December 18, 2015
Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg, an arts nonprofit organization supporting artists in Spartanburg County and surrounding counties since 1957, has announced the selection of Caitlin Boice as its new Executive Director. Boice…
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USC Upstate student Danielle Dickerson to intern at Chapman Cultural Center
December 16, 2015
Danielle Dickerson, a Graphic Design student at USC Upstate, is interning in the Marketing Office at Chapman Cultural Center for her spring semester. She will be available every Tuesday and…
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Guild Board Members Present Exhibit
December 9, 2015
Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg is presenting artwork from various members of its Board of Directors Dec. 2-29, and an opening reception will be held on Thursday, Dec. 17, 6-8 p.m.…
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Performing arts student helps create the world of the play
December 2, 2015
CLEMSON, SC — The odds are that people who have been to a Clemson Players production in the last few years have witnessed the work of senior performing arts major,…
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Spartanburg Guild to exhibit Hammett and Warrington in January
November 30, 2015
“Diverse Expressions,” an exhibit featuring the art of Dian Hammett and Lalage Warrington, will open at the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg Gallery in Chapman Cultural Center on Jan. 4 and…
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Climb aboard for a Christmas adventure with the Spartanburg Youth Theatre Ken Ludwig’s ’Twas the Night Before Christmas Opens Dec. 4
November 24, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – This holiday season, Spartanburg Youth Theatre turns a classic holiday tale upside-down with Ken Ludwig’s zany ’Twas the Night Before Christmas, playing Dec. 4 and 5 at Chapman…
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Spartanburg’s Cultural District Receives $2,500 Grant to Launch
November 24, 2015
Spartanburg’s newly designated downtown Cultural District has received a $2,500 Elevate Upstate community vibrancy grant from Ten At The Top, a non-profit organization that fosters trust and collaboration through partnerships…
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Pike Hired at Chapman as Finance Director
November 24, 2015
Lynn Pike was recently hired as the Finance Director for The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg (TAP)/Chapman Cultural Center. Most recently, she was the accountant for Hope Center for Children…
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Frank Walker plays live at Chapman Sunday
November 23, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Local keyboard artist Frank Walker will perform a free and live concert at Chapman Cultural Center this Sunday, Nov. 29, 2-4 p.m., as part of the venue’s…
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Hub City Press Novel named one of best in nation
November 18, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC—A novel published by Spartanburg’s Hub City Press, Minnow by James E. McTeer II, has been named to Kirkus Reviews’ “Best Books of 2015.” It also was among 18…
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Ballet Master to focus on Parkinson’s Disease at ArtWalk
November 16, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Alexander Tressor, world-famous ballet dancer and choreographer, will receive visitors at Chapman Cultural CenterThursday, Nov. 19, during ArtWalk. He will focus this reception on his work with…
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Ten locations for public art installations selected
November 11, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Spartanburg Mayor Junie White announced all 10 neighborhoods that applied to take part in Seeing Spartanburg In A New Light have been selected to participate in the…
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Milliken chosen as Chapman’s 2015 Cultural Champion
November 10, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Chapman Cultural Center recognized Milliken & Company as its leading 2015 Cultural Champion at an annual business luncheon Friday, Nov. 6. “Milliken has supported the arts in…
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Call for Artists: 701 Center for Contemporary Art seeks artists for Columbia Open Studios 2016, deadline Friday, December 18
November 9, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Visual artists in Richland and Lexington Counties can now register to participate in Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA). Deadline to register…
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Call for Artists: 701 Center for Contemporary Art seeks artists for Columbia Open Studios 2016, deadline Friday, December 18
November 8, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Visual artists in Richland and Lexington Counties can now register to participate in Columbia Open Studios, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA). Deadline to register…
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Neely featured at Foothills Artisan Center
October 26, 2015
LANDRUM, SC – Local artist Scott Neely will be featured at Carolina Foothills Artisan Center in Landrum during November. His free opening reception will be Friday, Nov. 6, 6-8 p.m. In…
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7 out of 9 Arts Education Awards go to Spartanburg
October 15, 2015
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, SC – The South Carolina Art Education Association announces seven out of the nine statewide awards it made for 2015 were to education professionals in Spartanburg County. “For…
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Recognize your community’s arts hero with a Verner Award nomination
October 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Recognize South Carolina innovators, supporters and advocates of the arts with a nomination for the Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Award for the Arts — the state’s highest…
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Jeremy Willis to perform at Chapman Sunday
October 12, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Local singer/songwriter Jeremy Willis will perform a free concert at Chapman Cultural Center Sunday, Oct. 18, 2-4 p.m. A local favorite at many local venues, he sings…
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Eight local bands announced for BreastFest Greenville, a music festival at Quest Brewing Company, supporting breast cancer patients at GHS
October 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC — BreastFest Greenville, the flagship fundraising event for the Tyanna Foundation – Greenville Chapter, will feature eight Upstate bands at its inaugural event at Quest Brewing Company (55…
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‘’Twas the Night Before Christmas’ auditions at the Spartanburg Youth Theatre
October 6, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Youth Theatre will hold auditions for its second show of the 2015-2016 season, ’Twas the Night Before Christmas. The play is an energetic, zany romp through…
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Girls for STEAM Present ‘Girls Who Rock’
October 5, 2015
Spartanburg, SC– Girls for STEAM will celebrate Ada Lovelace and women trailblazers by learning about the benefits of math; the evolution of computers; and careers in science, engineering, and the…
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Artists’ Guild announces award winners from 42nd Annual Juried Exhibition
October 5, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg hosted a reception for its 42nd Annual Juried Exhibition on Sept. 18, when award winners for Best in Show, 2D Excellence, 3D Excellence,…
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Chihuly Sculpture installation set to begin next week
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Installation of a public sculpture entitled “Rose Crystal Tower,” by artist Dale Chihuly, is set to begin on Tuesday at Harriet’s Garden in Falls Park, located behind the…
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BJU Symphony Orchestra named as semi-finalist for The American Prize
September 14, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The Bob Jones University Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Michael W. Moore, has been named as a semi-finalist in the orchestral performance – college/university division…
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Paint 5 Points Public Art-Making Series Honors 100 Years of Five Points throughout Fall 2015
September 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – As part of its 100th anniversary celebration, Five Points is hosting Paint 5 Points — a public art-making series in the historic village neighborhood — throughout Fall…
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A Conversation with Beth Paul, General Manager, Bon Secours Wellness Arena
September 2, 2015
UpstateBizBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with…
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SPO opens with power and force
September 1, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – The Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra will open its 67th season on Saturday, September 12 at 7:00pm with a powerful program featuring International Steinway Artist, Andreas Boyd. Maestra Sarah…
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September Exhibits, Events, Classes at Chapman Cultural Center Announced
August 31, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Chapman Cultural Center is home to a high concentration of cultural activity in Spartanburg, from musicals and historical lectures to art exhibitions and children’s science camps. For…
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SC Arts Commission awards $3.2 Million in grants
August 27, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission has awarded $3,232,674 in grants to South Carolina communities, artists, arts organizations and schools for the 2016 fiscal year as of Aug.…
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SC Arts Commission awards $3.2 Million in grants
August 27, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission has awarded $3,232,674 in grants to South Carolina communities, artists, arts organizations and schools for the 2016 fiscal year as of Aug.…
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Ironside to Serve as Assistant Professor at BJU
August 17, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Brandon Ironside will join the Bob Jones University faculty this fall as an assistant professor in the Division of Music in the School of Fine Arts and Communication…
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Individual Artist Fellowship Applications Due Nov. 2
August 17, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina artists working in prose, poetry, dance choreography, and dance performance may apply for a 2016-2017 Individual Artist Fellowship Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission.…
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Individual Artist Fellowship Applications Due Nov. 2
August 17, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina artists working in prose, poetry, dance choreography, and dance performance may apply for a 2016-2017 Individual Artist Fellowship Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission.…
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SPO Music Director and Conductor Sarah Ioannides announces departure in 2017
August 7, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC — Maestra Sarah Ioannides, Music Director and Conductor of Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra, has announced that she will conclude her tenure with SPO at the end of the 2016-2017…
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Reedy Reels Film Festival coming to Greenville
August 6, 2015
Next great Upstate festival is this October – Reedy Reels Film Festival GREENVILLE, SC – A group of area film enthusiasts have joined together to create the region’s next…
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Next great Upstate festival is this October – Reedy Reels Film Festival
August 6, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – A group of area film enthusiasts have joined together to create the region’s next great event – Reedy Reels Film Festival. More than 700 entries have been…
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Next great Upstate festival is this October – Reedy Reels Film Festival
August 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – A group of area film enthusiasts have joined together to create the region’s next great event – Reedy Reels Film Festival. More than 700 entries have been…
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David Kim Returns to BJU As Artist in Residence
July 15, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Violinist David Kim will be returning to Bob Jones University this fall as an artist in residence in the Division of Music. Kim will be coaching students in…
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Greenville Artists Named SC Arts Commission Fellows
July 13, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission has named Greenville artists Alice Ballard Ross and Jon Jeffrey Grier as Individual Artist Fellows. Ballard has been awarded the fellowship for…
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Artist Jarod Charzewski Named SC Arts Commission Fellow
July 13, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission has named Charleston artist Jarod Charzewski an Individual Artist Fellow in the category of visual arts. Fellowships recognize and reward the artistic…
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Greenville Artists Named SC Arts Commission Fellows
July 13, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission has named Greenville artists Alice Ballard Ross and Jon Jeffrey Grier as Individual Artist Fellows. Ballard has been awarded the fellowship for…
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Artist Jarod Charzewski Named SC Arts Commission Fellow
July 13, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission has named Charleston artist Jarod Charzewski an Individual Artist Fellow in the category of visual arts. Fellowships recognize and reward the artistic…
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Bank of America Supports the Arts Through Chapman Cultural Center
July 6, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – Bank of America Charitable Foundation presented The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg (TAP), which is located at Chapman Cultural Center (CCC), with an $8,000 check recently to…
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City of Spartanburg selected as recipient of up to $1 million from Bloomberg Philanthropies for public art project
June 24, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC — Bloomberg Philanthropies announced that the City of Spartanburg has been selected as one of four cities to receive up to $1 million as part of the Bloomberg…
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WORLD Magazine names Book of the Year Winners
June 22, 2015ASHEVILLE, NC – Every summer since 1999, WORLD’s editors have dedicated an issue of WORLD Magazine to books, authors, and trends in the publishing industry. To be eligible for consideration for…
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WORLD Magazine names Book of the Year Winners
June 22, 2015ASHEVILLE, NC – Every summer since 1999, WORLD’s editors have dedicated an issue of WORLD Magazine to books, authors, and trends in the publishing industry. To be eligible for consideration for…
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TMCU Makes Financial Literacy a Family Affair
May 18, 2015
State Farm Supports Award-Winning Program Teaching Financial Literacy GREENVILLE, SC – The Children’s Museum of the Upstate, Greenville County Human Relations Commission, and the Hispanic Alliance are pleased to…
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Spartanburg Receives National Grant to Build Creativity Spots on Northside
May 6, 2015SPARTANBURG, SC — The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg (TAP) has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) todesign, site, and construct artlets in the city’s…
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Robots to join artists in downtown Greenville
May 4, 2015
Clemson University plans activities, partnership announcement for Artisphere GREENVILLE, SC – The arts festival that begins its 11th year this weekend has always filled downtown Greenville with the work of…
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