State Museum Presents Museum Road Show: Winter Edition on Saturday, Jan. 17
January 6, 2015Civil War theme to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Burning of Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – The Museum Road Show: Winter Edition, one of the South Carolina State Museum’s most popular events, is…
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The Newberry Opera House Presents: Classic Rock and Roll Bill Haley and His Comets At the Newberry Opera House
January 5, 2015NEWBERRY, SC – The Newberry Opera House will host Bill Haley & His Comets on Friday night, January 16th. It is a show sure to heat up a cold winter’s evening. The American…
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Gibbes Museum of Art Accepting Online Entries for 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art
January 5, 2015
Charleston, SC – On January 1, 2015, submissions opened for the 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art. The prize awards $10,000 to an artist whose work contributes to a new understanding…
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The Gibbes Museum of Art Receives $150,000 from The Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation
December 15, 2014
To Support Installation of the Museum’s Miniature Collection CHARLESTON, SC – The Gibbes Museum of Art has received a grant award in the amount of $150,000 from the Gaylord and…
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Mavis Staples Brings GRAMMY-Winning Voice to Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College, Jan. 31st
December 15, 2014Jan. 31, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – Named one of Rolling Stone’s “100 Greatest Singers,” Mavis Staples will rock the house at Harbison Theatre at Midlands…
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The HT@MTC Performance Incubator Production Woven: Life in Notes and Steps Debuts at Harbison Theatre Jan. 17th
December 15, 2014
Saturday, January 14, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. ~ COLUMBIA, SC – Experience the beauty of live jazz matched with fluid, contemporary movement when The HT@MTC Performance Incubator debuts Woven:…
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Sing-Along Messiah set for Dec. 22
December 12, 2014December 22 | at 7 p.m. in the historic sanctuary of the Washington Street United Methodist Church Columbia churches and choral groups are inviting the public to join them Dec.…
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Area opera update
December 11, 2014By Temple Ligon If you move it, you can still make it to New York City this weekend and sit down in front orchestra center seats Saturday night for…
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S.C. Philharmonic Music Director Signed Through 2019
December 8, 2014Four more years: Nakahara signs contract extension COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Philharmonic Music Director Morihiko Nakahara signed a four-year contract extension after negotiations with the orchestra’s board of directors, keeping him…
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Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra Receives National Endowment for the Arts Grant
December 8, 2014
Grant to support Dame Evelyn Glennie Outreach Events and Performance SPARTANBURG, SC – National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chairman Jane Chu announced today that the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO)…
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S.C. Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May Elected to National Board
December 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May has been elected to the board of directors for the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA). May is…
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S.C. Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May Elected to National Board
December 3, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Arts Commission Executive Director Ken May has been elected to the board of directors for the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA). May is…
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SC BlueCross Hosts Free Day at Children’s Museum as Holiday Gift to Community
December 1, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Admission to EdVenture Children’s Museum in Columbia will be free to the public on Saturday, Dec. 20, courtesy of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina as a gift to…
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Dual Cabaret Concerts at University of South Carolina Upstate
December 1, 2014
Tuesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 4 The University of South Carolina Upstate Department of Fine Arts and Communication Studies will present Dual Cabaret on Tuesday, December 2 and…
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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…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, the-arts
