Clint Black at the Newberry Opera House
November 28, 2014
December 6th at 8 pm at the Newberry Opera House Come share an intimate evening with the legendary CLINT BLACK Saturday, December 6th at 8 pm at the Newberry…
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Palmetto Concert Band to Present Annual November Concert
November 20, 2014Sunday, November 23rd | at 4:00 p.m. Admission is free and the concert is open to the public. The Palmetto Concert Band will present its annual November concert at…
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Riley Combines Physics and Photography, Named Artist of the Month at Little River Coffee Bar
November 20, 2014
Thursday, November 20 at 6:00 p.m. ~ SPARTANBURG, SC – Dr. John C. Riley, associate professor of physics at the University of South Carolina Upstate and a photographer, is the…
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PeopleMatter Founder, Nate DaPore Named Advantage Media Group Author of the Year
November 18, 2014
CHARLESTON, SC – Advantage Media Group (AMG) announced Saturday that it has named Nate DaPore as the 2014 Author of the Year. Recognized as Advantage’s “highest honor” for an author to receive, DaPore…
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Trustus Theatre to kick off Trustus Preservation Society campaign
November 17, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – With thirty years of award-winning productions to its credit, Trustus Theatre is banking on its new Trustus Preservation Society to help raise the funds needed to wow…
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Auditions Announced for the Fine Arts Center’s Winter Musical: Jesus Christ Superstar
November 15, 2014Sunday, November 23 at 2:00 p.m. and Monday, November 24 at 6:00 p.m. Camden – Auditions for the musical production, Jesus Christ Superstar will be held in the Wood…
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Dr. Deanna Moore Elected as President-Elect of South Carolina Music Teachers Association
November 14, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – Dr. Deanna Moore, professor of music at Bob Jones University, was recently elected as President-Elect of the South Carolina Music Teachers Association (SCMTA) during their recent state…
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Brennen Elementary School Students to Perform Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
November 12, 2014
November 13 at 6:30 p.m. Few elementary schools have been known to take on a performance of Shakespeare, but Brennen Elementary School is doing just that and wants everyone to…
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New Art Exhibits at Columbia Metropolitan Airport
November 12, 2014
WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing with our rotating arts program featuring local artists, Columbia Metropolitan Airport is pleased to announce the installation of two new art exhibits. Curran Stone’s exhibit, “Make…
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Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder
November 12, 2014Sunday, November 16th at 3&8pm Ricky Skaggs a 14-time Grammy Award winner whose name has become synonymous with both bluegrass and country music. Will be at the Newberry Opera House…
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Richland County Residents, Officials Celebrate Cultural Diversity at Mural Unveiling
November 10, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Decker Boulevard was abuzz with music and dancing Saturday as community members attended the first Decker Boulevard International Block Party, which was centered around the unveiling of a large,…
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Jekyll & Hyde
November 10, 2014Wednesday, November 19th , 3 & 8pm Broadway is coming to Newberry! The Newberry Opera House proudly presents Jekyll & Hyde a gothic musical thriller on Wednesday, November 19th,…
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National Geographic LIVE! Returns with Photojournalist Jodi Cobb at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, Nov. 18, 2014
November 10, 2014Nov. 18 | Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College Stories – and images – of adventure and daring will fill Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College when National Geographic…
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The Fine Arts Center to Showcase a World-Renowned Jazz Guitarist
November 7, 2014
Friday, November 14th, at 7:00 pm | Fine Arts Center (Black Box Theatre) – 102 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville, SC The Fine Arts Center, South Carolina’s first secondary school for…
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Crafty Feast Announces Vendor List for December 14th Indie Craft Fair
November 5, 2014Crafty Feast Announces Vendor List for December 14, 2014 Indie Craft Fair COLUMBIA, SC – Crafty Feast, the largest independent, juried craft fair in Columbia, SC, has released its vendor list…
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Crafty Feast Announces Vendor List for December 14th Indie Craft Fair
November 5, 2014
Crafty Feast Announces Vendor List for December 14, 2014 Indie Craft Fair COLUMBIA, SC – Crafty Feast, the largest independent, juried craft fair in Columbia, SC, has released its vendor list…
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Student Artwork Showcased at TD Convention Center
November 5, 2014
GREENVILLE, SC – The TD Convention Center recently debuted a unique art installation sponsored by the Greenville Youth Commission. The paintings depict Greenville landmarks, and were created by art students from…
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New novel, “Beyond the Red Sky” by local author Ross Gandy
November 5, 2014Is the government keeping a secret from you? COLUMBIA, S.C. – Is the government hiding information from us? Can technology have feelings just like humans? In his new novel,…
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Crafty Feast Announces Vendor List for December 14th Indie Craft Fair
November 5, 2014
Crafty Feast Announces Vendor List for December 14, 2014 Indie Craft Fair COLUMBIA, SC – Crafty Feast, the largest independent, juried craft fair in Columbia, SC, has released its vendor list…
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On-going Quilt Displays at the Fine Arts Center
November 4, 2014On-going Quilt Displays at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County CAMDEN, SC — The Quilters of Kershaw County (QKC) an affiliate member of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County…
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On-going Quilt Displays at the Fine Arts Center
November 4, 2014On-going Quilt Displays at the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County CAMDEN, SC — The Quilters of Kershaw County (QKC) an affiliate member of the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County…
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Benedict College Alumnus David Bratton Winner of the 2014 Dove Award for His Gospel Hit, “Every Praise”
November 3, 2014
By Kendrick Sparks, Class of 2015, Communications and Marketing Intern COLUMBIA, SC – David Bratton, recent recipient of the 2014 Dove Award for “Urban Contemporary Song of the Year” for his…
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Trustus Theatre Announces New Staff and Board Members
October 30, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Trustus Theatre recently added three new staff positions. Debbie Cohn has been hired as Director of Development to help launch The Trustus Preservation Society capital campaign. Cohn, a…
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The Mountaintop by Charleston’s PURE Theatre Kicks off New Statewide Touring Circuit
October 28, 2014Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, 7:30 p.m. at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College COLUMBIA, SC – Every community – big and small – should have access to excellent, professional theatre.…
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New Mural Completed in Columbia’s Downtown
October 27, 2014Piece entitled Don’t Tread on Us explores shifting meanings COLUMBIA SC – One Columbia for Arts and History announces the establishment of a mural space on Taylor Street at the corner of Main and…
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The Columbia Museum of Art CMA Jazz on Main
October 27, 2014Friday, November 14, 2014 | Celebrates the Great American Songbook The Columbia Museum of Art hosts the second “CMA Jazz on Main” concert in the 2014-2015 season with internationally renowned bandleader…
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Rock Out With Nick Evangelista at Chapman Cultural Center, Oct. 26
October 22, 2014
October 26, 2014 ~ SPARTANBURG, SC – Chapman Cultural Center invites patrons to “unplug” with free live music and free admission to most museums and galleries every Sunday. As Spartanburg’s…
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The Columbia Museum of Art Hosts an Evening with Tabla Master Rahul Pophali
October 21, 2014Sunday, November 9, 2014 ~ Baker & Baker Presents Art of Music COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Museum of Art hosts the next Baker & Baker Art of Music concert…
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Rachel Hodges, Chair of the Board for SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation
October 16, 2014
UpstateBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and…
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Holly Caprell, Executive Director of the Greenville County Youth Orchestras
October 14, 2014UpstateBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: Holly Caprell, GCYO’s Executive Director since…
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CMA Chamber Music on Main
October 14, 2014Thursday, October 30, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. | The Columbia Museum of Art opens its 13th season of “CMA Chamber Music on Main” on Thursday, October 30, 2014, at…
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Columbia Museum of Art Announces the Return of “CMA Chamber Music on Main”
October 14, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – The Columbia Museum of Art opens its 13th season of “CMA Chamber Music on Main” on Thursday, October 30, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., intimately set in the Museum’s…
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Newberry Opera House receives Grant from State Arts Commission
October 14, 2014NEWBERRY, SC – The Newberry Opera House was awarded a general operating support grant for $31,490 by the South Carolina Arts Commission for the 2014-15 seasons. The purpose of the…
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Exhibition of Paintings by Morgan Craig
October 13, 2014
HARTSVILLE, SC – Coker College presents an exhibition of paintings by Morgan Craig titled, “Scarecrow: An Exploration of Architecture and Identity”. A reception, which is free and open to the public,…
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The Watering Hole: an online community dedicated to poets of color
October 13, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Writing can be isolating. Creative writers go months without having a conversation with another writer. We are hermit creatives. Being a poet of color compounds this artistic…
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The Watering Hole: an online community dedicated to poets of color
October 13, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Writing can be isolating. Creative writers go months without having a conversation with another writer. We are hermit creatives. Being a poet of color compounds this artistic…
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Charleston Fashion Week® Announces Bigger-Than-Ever Prize Package For Winner of Emerging Designer Competition
October 10, 2014
Emerging Designer Application Extended Through October 19, 2014 CHARLESTON, SC – Baker Motor Company Charleston Fashion Week® (CFW), one of the leading fashion weeks in the U.S., announces their prize package for…
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The American Prize rewards the best-recorded performances by individual artists and ensembles in the U.S.
October 8, 2014The American Prize rewards the best-recorded performances by individual artists and ensembles in the U.S. COLUMBIA, SC – The American Prize announced the winners and runners-up in the college/university division…
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Opera at USC opens the season with Hänsel und Gretel
October 8, 2014November 7 and 8, 2014 ~ Folk tune-inspired music and a special guest bring the Grimm Brothers classic to life Nov. 7–9 A fairy-tale opera based on the Brothers Grimm…
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Southeastern Piano Festival Winner Performs with S.C. Philharmonic
October 8, 2014Saturday, October 11, 2014 ~ 19-year-old pianist Hugo Kitano will be featured soloist at “Beethoven & Blue Jeans” concert COLUMBIA, SC – From Carolina to China, Hugo Kitano has won…
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Recognize your local arts hero with a Verner Award nomination
October 7, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – It’s now easier than ever to nominate your local arts hero for the state’s highest award in the arts. All it takes is a letter to nominate…
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Recognize your local arts hero with a Verner Award nomination
October 7, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – It’s now easier than ever to nominate your local arts hero for the state’s highest award in the arts. All it takes is a letter to nominate an…
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Recognize your local arts hero with a Verner Award nomination
October 7, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – It’s now easier than ever to nominate your local arts hero for the state’s highest award in the arts. All it takes is a letter to nominate an…
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Contemporary Guitarist/Vocalist Jeremy Willis Gives Free Concert
October 6, 2014
October 12 at the Chapman Cultural Center Chapman Cultural Center is Spartanburg’s premier location for casual and cultural entertainment on Sunday afternoons. During the Center’s Sundays Unplugged program, patrons can…
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USC School of Music opens the W. W. Hootie Johnson Performance Hall with premier ensemble performances on Oct. 12
October 1, 2014Sunday, October 12 at 4:00 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – Join Dean Tayloe Harding and USC School of Music faculty, staff, and students for the Grand Opening of the W.W.…
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Laurie McIntosh & Jim Adams to Partner on Exhibition to Benefit Penland School of Crafts, Opening Oct. 30 at Gallery 80808
October 1, 2014Thursday, October 30, 2014 ~ COLUMBIA, SC – In a collaboration as innovative as the Penland residency where they met, S.C. artist Laurie McIntosh brings N.C. sculptor Jim Adams to…
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Teen Production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Opening October 16
October 1, 2014
October 16-19 on stage in the Wood Auditorium – Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) will present a truly delightful production of…
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New Pops Series Kicks Off Harbison Theatre’s 2014-15 Season: Beloved Broadway with the South Carolina Philharmonic, Oct. 4, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
September 29, 2014Saturday, Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – Kicking off the new three-show Pops Series at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, the South Carolina Philharmonic will perform Beloved Broadway on…
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New Pops Series Kicks Off Harbison Theatre’s 2014-15 Season: Beloved Broadway with the South Carolina Philharmonic, Oct. 4, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
September 29, 2014
Saturday, Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – Kicking off the new three-show Pops Series at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, the South Carolina Philharmonic will perform Beloved Broadway on…
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Love, Loss & What I Wore Coming to the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County
September 29, 2014Thursday, October 23 at 8:00 p.m. ~ CAMDEN, SC – The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County (FAC) and Trustus Theatre will present Nora and Delia Ephron’s production of Love, Loss,…
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