Decorated war photojournalist featured in Smithsonian exhibit opening April 7
April 4, 2017Exhibit featuring Citadel advisor and mentor, Stacy Pearsall, in national portrait gallery CHARLESTON, S.C. – Military photojournalist Stacy Pearsall will have her work featured in an upcoming exhibit at the…
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NYT Bestselling Author Karen White launches “The Night the Lights Went Out”
April 4, 2017
Join us Thursday, April 13 at noon for Blue Bicycle Books Charleston Author Series luncheon at High Cotton, with New York Times Bestselling Author Karen White for the launch of her…
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Spoleto Festival USA to introduce new Steinway & Sons Hamburg grand piano
April 4, 2017
Inaugural concert to take place May 16 at 6:00pm at 14 George Street After an extraordinary 28 years, Spoleto Festival USA will be retiring its current Steinway & Sons grand…
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Maestro Sarah Ioannides to conduct her “Grand Finale”
April 3, 2017
On Saturday, April 29 at 7:00pm, Sarah Ioannides will return to the stage for her final performance with the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO). The concert will be held in Twichell…
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Conductor, Performer, Director of Bands Dan Turner inducted into American Bandmasters Association
March 30, 2017
Dr. Daniel Turner, professor and Director of Bands at Bob Jones University, was inducted into the American Bandmasters Association at the annual convention in Lexington, Kentucky, March 8-11, 2017. Founded…
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Free Columbia Open Studios tour this Sat. and Sun. April 1-2
March 29, 2017Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art Ticketed Preview Party on Thurs., March 30, 7-9 p.m. at 701 CCA Explore the studios of 64 local artists across the City of…
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Free Columbia Open Studios tour this Sat. and Sun. April 1-2
March 29, 2017
Presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art Ticketed Preview Party on Thurs., March 30, 7-9 p.m. at 701 CCA Explore the studios of 64 local artists across the City of…
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Columbia City Ballet presents Emanuel: Love is the Answer
March 27, 2017
A Spiritual Ballet of Transcendence, Love and Forgiveness Columbia City Ballet brings messages of healing and racial harmony through a full-length, multimedia ballet titled Emanuel: Love is the Answer. The…
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My First Walmart Experience
March 24, 2017
By Tom Poland How many of you remember the first time you stepped into a Walmart? If you go to Walmart regularly, you’ve probably forgotten the wonder you felt…
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Exit Strategy at Vista Studios
March 21, 2017The resident artists of Vista Studio are making plans to move! In their upcoming show, Exit Strategy, they will exhibit new work reflective of their focus over the past year,…
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Remembering Sam*
March 17, 2017
By Tom Poland Author, Friend, Family Man Not quite a year ago thunderstorms shook The South Carolina Midlands. For those who mark calendars, they rumbled through April Fool’s Day…
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Remembering Sam*
March 17, 2017
By Tom Poland Author, Friend, Family Man Not quite a year ago thunderstorms shook The South Carolina Midlands. For those who mark calendars, they rumbled through April Fool’s Day…
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The CMA Shop launches online store
March 15, 2017
The Columbia Museum of Art announces the launch of the CMA Shop Online Store. Savvy shoppers can now browse a selection of items including toys, catalogs, art objects, books, and…
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S.C. Phil’s Tasting Notes continues growth at 5
March 15, 2017Nineteen restaurants and 50 upscale wines will raise funds for the South Carolina Philharmonic during Tasting Notes 2017 on Monday, March 27 at the S.C. State Museum, 6:30 to 9:30…
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Charleston student wins state poetry Out Loud championship
March 15, 2017
The South Carolina Arts Commission announces Janae Claxton, a junior at First Baptist School in Charleston, as the 2017 South Carolina Poetry Out Loud state champion. Claxton now advances to…
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Charleston student wins state poetry Out Loud championship
March 14, 2017The South Carolina Arts Commission announces Janae Claxton, a junior at First Baptist School in Charleston, as the 2017 South Carolina Poetry Out Loud state champion. Claxton now advances to…
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Lexington County students express the Art of Healing
March 8, 2017Nine Lexington County high school students have received prizes and awards in the 8th annual “Art of Healing,” a juried art competition for Lexington County high school students sponsored by…
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Spoleto Festival USA to offer ticket savings for Charleston locals during Spoleto Sunday event on Sunday, March 12
March 7, 2017
Discounts available on purchases made in person at Spoleto Festival USA offices, 14 George Street Sunday, March 12 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm Spoleto Festival USA will offer a 20-percent discount…
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Three-Time Pulitzer Prize finalist Tony Bartelme discusses his latest book, A Surgeon in the Village Friday, March 24
March 7, 2017
Join us Friday, March 24 at noon forBlue Bicycle Books Charleston Author Series luncheon at High Cotton, with three-time Pulitzer Prize Finalist Tony Bartelme discussing his latest book, A Surgeon…
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Can we just quit life and join the band?
March 2, 2017
By Reba Hull Campbell The place was hopping when we peeked out from the stage door. The mosh pit was packed with anxious fans waiting for the performers to…
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Call for artists: 44th Annual Juried Exhibition
March 2, 2017
Artists Guild of Spartanburg is calling for submissions for their 44th Annual Show. Entry dates are from March 1st through March 17th. Entry forms and guidelines can be found on…
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Midlands Technical College brings home two awards at Greater Irmo Chamber Gala
March 1, 2017
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College won the award for Nonprofit Organization of the Year from the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented at the Annual Greater…
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Spoleto Festival USA announces additional performance of Ayodele Casel’s World premiere at the Woolfe Street Playhouse on Saturday, June 3, at 2:00pm
March 1, 2017
Due to high demand, Spoleto Festival USA announced today that tap master Ayodele Casel’s world premiere, While I Have the Floor, will receive an additional performance as part of the…
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SC Arts Commission announces 2017 Verner Award recipients
March 1, 2017The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2017 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…
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SC Arts Commission announces 2017 Verner Award recipients
March 1, 2017The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2017 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…
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SC Arts Commission announces 2017 Verner Award recipients
March 1, 2017
The South Carolina Arts Commission announces the 2017 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Awards for the Arts, the highest honor the state presents in the arts. Established in 1972, the annual…
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ArtFields® marks fifth year with more interactive events
February 28, 2017
LAKE CITY, SC – ArtFields® marks its fifth year with bigger cash prizes, an expanded Makers Market, more “meet-the-artist” opportunities, and a full lineup of activities, food and musical performances…
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ArtFields® marks fifth year with more interactive events
February 28, 2017
LAKE CITY, SC – ArtFields® marks its fifth year with bigger cash prizes, an expanded Makers Market, more “meet-the-artist” opportunities, and a full lineup of activities, food and musical performances…
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Town Theatre’s Million Dollar Quartet Takes the Stage
February 24, 2017
The Tony® Award Winning musical, Million Dollar Quartet, brings December 4, 1956 to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations. Four legends, Johnny Cash, Jerry…
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Jackie Adams chosen for leadership position at the CMA
February 23, 2017
COLUMBIA, SC – Jacqueline “Jackie” Adams, former lecturer and gallery director of the Goodall Gallery at Columbia College, has been chosen as the Columbia Museum of Art’s new director of…
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Fireflies seek National Anthem singers for 2017 season
February 21, 2017
The 2017 Columbia Fireflies season is approaching quickly, and the team is looking for singers, musical artists or groups to perform the national anthem prior to each home game. “The…
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The Wiz performance
February 21, 2017Westwood Actors’ Theatre Presents The Wiz! BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. —The Westwood Actors’ Theatre will present The Wiz March 15 and 16, 2017 at the Westwood Auditorium at 7pm. Tickets are $7…
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The Wiz performance
February 21, 2017Westwood Actors’ Theatre Presents The Wiz! BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. —The Westwood Actors’ Theatre will present The Wiz March 15 and 16, 2017 at the Westwood Auditorium at 7pm. Tickets are $7…
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NYC Ballet Stars Shine at Koger Center in 12th Annual Ballet Stars of New York Gala
February 20, 2017
Six of the ballet world’s brightest talents will shine on the Koger Center stage March 19th, as the University of South Carolina Dept. of Theatre and Dance presents the 12th…
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Columbia Open Studios Tour, April 1-2, 2017, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art, announces 64 participating local artists
February 20, 2017701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) welcomes a roster of 64 local artists for the free, self-guided Columbia Open Studios tour on Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2,…
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Columbia Open Studios Tour, April 1-2, 2017, presented by 701 Center for Contemporary Art, announces 64 participating local artists
February 20, 2017
701 Center for Contemporary Art (701 CCA) welcomes a roster of 64 local artists for the free, self-guided Columbia Open Studios tour on Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2,…
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Arcadia Plantation’s Surprising Connection
February 16, 2017
By Tom Poland A fine Southern mansion complete with its own bowling alley? ’Tis true. A glimpse of the wealth and majesty that came with the era of…
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Arcadia Plantation’s Surprising Connection
February 16, 2017
By Tom Poland A fine Southern mansion complete with its own bowling alley? ’Tis true. A glimpse of the wealth and majesty that came with the era of…
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Scott Kirby celebrates Americana in multimedia performance
February 15, 2017Friday, February 24 | Doors at 6:30 p.m. | Performance at 7:00 p.m. WHAT: Program: Baker & Baker presents Main Street Souvenirs with Scott Kirby Pianist, composer, and visual artist…
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South Carolina Ag + Art Tour accepting farm tour sites for 2017 tour
February 14, 2017
The South Carolina Ag + Art Tour is currently seeking farms to participate in the nation’s largest free farm tour to take place in June 2017. This free, self-guided tour…
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Trakas completes first novel, ‘Messenger from Mystery’
February 13, 2017
It took Dr. Deno Trakas 30 years to bring his simmering, riveting, thoughtful story of forbidden love and international intrigue to fruition. Now, he’s waiting to see what his writer…
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Michael Smith, Executive Director, Charleston Symphony Orchestra
February 11, 2017
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Education, Innovation and the Arts. A Conversation with Michael Smith, Executive Director, Charleston Symphony Orchestra In 2010, the Charleston…
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Sarah Jarosz to play the Peace Center April 1
February 7, 2017
Singer-songwriter and 2017 Grammy® Award-nominee Sarah Jarosz will play the Peace Center on Saturday, April 1, at 8 p.m. Sarah Jarosz has earned her credibility in the world where contemporary…
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Turn up the Volume: Spartanburg Music Trail
February 7, 2017
From Pink Anderson and the Marshall Tucker Band, to Marshall Chapman and the Sparkletones, music has been part of the cultural fabric of Spartanburg County. Now visitors can listen to…
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Turn up the Volume: Spartanburg Music Trail
February 7, 2017
From Pink Anderson and the Marshall Tucker Band, to Marshall Chapman and the Sparkletones, music has been part of the cultural fabric of Spartanburg County. Now visitors can listen to…
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A Conversation with Judy Carmichael
February 3, 2017
By Alan Cooper Judy Carmichael will playing at the Harbision Theater, Saturday, February 4 at 7:30 pm. You can purchase tickets here. Nicknamed “Stride” by the great Count Basie, GRAMMY-nominated…
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Love Me Ugly. Love Me True.
February 3, 2017
By Amy Coward If you believe everything you see on television, love is for the beautiful. You’ve seen the commercial where the beautiful couple on a romantic getaway looks longingly…
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Spring’s Early Arrivals
February 3, 2017
By Tom Poland Essential Southern Flowers The trumpeters of spring arrived ahead of schedule. From the ground burst daffodils, those green-and-yellow harbingers of spring. The warm spell a…
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Spring’s Early Arrivals
February 3, 2017
By Tom Poland Essential Southern Flowers The trumpeters of spring arrived ahead of schedule. From the ground burst daffodils, those green-and-yellow harbingers of spring. The warm spell a…
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Van Cliburn silver medalist joins USC Symphony Orchestra on February 21
January 30, 2017
Guest artist Joyce Yang, piano, plays Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on the Theme of Paganini Joyce Yang, a Van Cliburn International Piano Competition silver medalist and Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient,…
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