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, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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, 2015Spartanburg’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, 2015Lynn 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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2016 Piccolo Spoleto Craft Shows call for artists
November 23, 2015Fine Crafts Shows Charleston, LLC is issuing a call for fine craft artists to participate in the 2016 Piccolo Spoleto Craft Shows, which will be held May 27-29 and June…
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Frank Walker plays live at Chapman Sunday
November 23, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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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The S.C. Philharmonic: A Concert for Columbia
November 23, 2015Masterworks 1 Make-Up December 8, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.| Koger Center for the Arts A Concert for Columbia is dedicated to the City of Columbia, Richland County, and first responders…
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Forest Acres is Sweet for the Holidays
November 23, 2015WHAT: Forest Acres’ signature 12th annual holiday event, Sweet Seasons, will kick off the holiday season on the rooftop of Richland Mall. Sprinkled with food, music and giveaways to celebrate…
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Forest Acres is Sweet for the Holidays
November 23, 2015WHAT: Forest Acres’ signature 12th annual holiday event, Sweet Seasons, will kick off the holiday season on the rooftop of Richland Mall. Sprinkled with food, music and giveaways to celebrate…
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Poet, author to recite poem about Charleston church massacre in A&E show on Nov. 20
November 19, 2015CHARLESTON, SC — Marcus Amaker, a Charleston poet and author, will read his poem, “Black Cloth,” as part of the televised special “Conversations on Race in America” following the “Shining a Light:…
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Columbia artist Susan Lenz creating ornaments for national display
November 19, 2015Columbia fiber artist Susan Lenz has been selected to create South Carolina’s ornaments for the 2015 America Celebrates: Ornaments from Across the USA display at President’s Park (White House) in…
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New Wideman/Davis Dance Work seeks to encourage dialogue about the legacy of Confederate Symbolism
November 18, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Wideman/Davis Dance, the UofSC Dance Program’s resident professional dance company, will present their original evening-length work, Ruptured Silence: Racist Symbolism and Signs, December 1-4 at Drayton Hall…
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Columbia artist Susan Lenz creating ornaments for national display
November 18, 2015Columbia fiber artist Susan Lenz has been selected to create South Carolina’s ornaments for the 2015 America Celebrates: Ornaments from Across the USA display at President’s Park (White House) in…
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Hub City Press Novel named one of best in nation
November 18, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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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Auditions Announced for “Little Shop of Horrors”
November 12, 2015CAMDEN, SC – Camden Community Theatre, an affiliate member of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will hold auditions for the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors on November…
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Ten locations for public art installations selected
November 11, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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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Auditions Announced for “Little Shop of Horrors”
November 11, 2015CAMDEN, SC – Camden Community Theatre, an affiliate member of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will hold auditions for the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors on November…
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S.C. Arts Commission hosting national meeting on roles of museums and libraries
November 11, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission is hosting an invitational community meeting, one of a series to be held across the country, to generate discussion around a new…
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Milliken chosen as Chapman’s 2015 Cultural Champion
November 10, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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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S.C. Arts Commission hosting national meeting on roles of museums and libraries
November 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission is hosting an invitational community meeting, one of a series to be held across the country, to generate discussion around a new…
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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, 2015COLUMBIA, 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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Katie Fox, Executive Director, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
November 8, 2015The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: …
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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, 2015COLUMBIA, 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 5, 2015COLUMBIA, 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 4, 2015COLUMBIA, 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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One Columbia Board announces recipient of 2015 Stephen Morrison Visionary Award
November 3, 2015One Columbia for Arts and History Recognizes William Starrett with 2015 Award COLUMBIA, SC – One Columbia for Arts and History is proud to announce Mr. William Starrett, executive…
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Lyn Long recognized for community service, character essay contest
November 3, 2015CHAPIN, SC – Mayor Skip Wilson proclaimed Tuesday, November 3 “Lyn Long Day in Chapin” this morning at the monthly meeting of the Chapin Woman’s Club at the Chapin Branch…
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The U.S. Army Field Band – “The Musical Ambassadors of the Army” – performing free concert in honor of Veterans Day
October 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission is partnering with Lower Richland High School to present the internationally acclaimed United States Army Field Band of Washington, DC, on Thursday,…
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The U.S. Army Field Band – “The Musical Ambassadors of the Army” – performing free concert in honor of Veterans Day
October 29, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Arts Commission is partnering with Lower Richland High School to present the internationally acclaimed United States Army Field Band of Washington, DC, on Thursday,…
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Neely featured at Foothills Artisan Center
October 26, 2015LANDRUM, 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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“Paintings for a Purpose” at the South Carolina Aquarium celebrates local art and wildlife
October 26, 2015CHARLESTON, SC— Experience the magnificence of the ocean, sea turtles, and other marine life in a new art installation at the South Carolina Aquarium. Paintings for a Purpose, which features…
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USC Dance Company rises to the challenge of staging classic ballet Sylvia in Fall Concert
October 21, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – The UofSC Dance Company will take on a mix of beloved classics and expressive new works in its Fall concert, On Pointe, November 12-13 at the Koger…
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The Newberry Opera House to host South Carolina native JOSH TURNER Multi-platinum Country Artist
October 19, 2015NEWBERRY, SC – Multi-platinum MCA Nashville recording artist Josh Turner is one of country music’s most recognizable hit-makers. With a rich, deep voice and distinctive style, Turner has sold more…
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Professional and aspiring artist exhibition featuring Emmy Bronson and introducing Lisa Rice
October 16, 2015CHARLESTON, SC – A unique art exhibition featuring renowned portrait artist Elizabeth “Emmy” Bronson and aspiring artist Lisa S. Rice will be held on Friday, October 23, 2015 from 1:00 –…
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7 out of 9 Arts Education Awards go to Spartanburg
October 15, 2015SPARTANBURG 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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Versprille named semifinalist for 2016 GRAMMY Music Educator Award
October 15, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Linda Versprille, Director of Orchestras at Cane Bay High School and the Panjamdrum Steel Band, is now one of 25 semifinalists for the 2016 GRAMMY Music Educator…
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Columbia College announces winners for O’Keeffe Juried Art Competition, A Natural Wonder
October 14, 2015Columbia, SC — Columbia College is pleased to announce the winners of its statewide Georgia O’Keeffe K12 juried art competition: Rosewood Elementary in Columbia, The South Carolina School for the Blind in…
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Recognize your community’s arts hero with a Verner Award nomination
October 14, 2015COLUMBIA, 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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Thursday Night Screening: James Franco in Of Mice and Men on Broadway at Harbison Theatre
October 13, 2015James Franco, Chris O’Dowd, Leighton Meester Star in Harbison Theatre’s Screening of National Theater Live: Of Mice and Men Patrons Can Grab Mini Arts Escape to Broadway with Screening of…
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Thursday Night Screening: James Franco in Of Mice and Men on Broadway at Harbison Theatre
October 13, 2015James Franco, Chris O’Dowd, Leighton Meester Star in Harbison Theatre’s Screening of National Theater Live: Of Mice and Men Patrons Can Grab Mini Arts Escape to Broadway with Screening of…
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Versprille named semifinalist for 2016 GRAMMY Music Educator Award
October 12, 2015MONCKS CORNER, SC – Linda Versprille, Director of Orchestras and the Panjamdrum Steel Band at Cane Bay High, is now one of 25 semifinalists for the 2016 GRAMMY Music Educator of…
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Jeremy Willis to perform at Chapman Sunday
October 12, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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, 2015GREENVILLE, 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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Season-opening concert postponed
October 9, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Because of ongoing infrastructure and safety concerns created by the Midlands’ historic flood event, the South Carolina Philharmonic is postponing Northern Lights, its concert scheduled for 7:30 p.m.tonight at…
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Nickelodeon Theatre Gifted Praxinoscope
October 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Frank W. Baker has given the Nickelodeon Theatre, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater, a praxinoscope. The Nick will display the praxinoscope, an early animation…
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Nickelodeon Theatre Gifted Praxinoscope
October 8, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Frank W. Baker has given the Nickelodeon Theatre, South Carolina’s only non-profit art house film theater, a praxinoscope. The Nick will display the praxinoscope, an early animation…
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The Palladium Society presents Bluegrass Bidding & BBQ 12th annual silent auction
October 7, 2015COLUMBIA, SC — The Palladium Society returns to the Robert Mills House for Bluegrass, Bidding & BBQ presented by Jaguar Land Rover Columbia on Thursday, October 22, from 7:00 to 10:00…
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Art exhibit features local artist Jim Harrison
October 7, 2015WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing with our rotating arts program featuring local artists, Columbia Metropolitan Airport announced an exhibit featuring renowned artist Jim Harrison. The exhibit is on display in…
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‘’Twas the Night Before Christmas’ auditions at the Spartanburg Youth Theatre
October 6, 2015SPARTANBURG, 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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