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The Peace Center Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Sept. 8: The Peace Center in Greenville is kicking off their 20th Anniversary Season with a bang with one of the entertainment world's most iconic performers — Liza Minnelli! Winner of four Tony Awards, an Oscar, a special Grammy Legend Award®, two Golden Globe Awards, and an Emmy, Liza gives new dimension and credibility to the words "superstar" and "Diva." The show is set for Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 7:30 p.m.
The Peace Center continues its celebration in grand style, with a spectacular line-up of performances and $5 tickets for five special performances.
- On September 28 the multi-talented members of Diavolo interact with everyday items such as doors and chairs, ladders, and stairways—shocking and delighting audiences with leaps, spins, contortions, and feats of strength. It's part dance, part circus, and pure entertainment.
- On November 16 Venetian string ensemble Interpreti Veneziani takes the stage to perform Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" and bring breathtaking virtuosity to works by Paganini, Boccherini, and Sarasate.
- Ring in the Christmas season with the Boston Brass & the Brass All-Stars Big Band on December 7. Prepare for a signature spin on classic carols as well as jazzy new favorites.
- The Dance Theatre of Harlem comes to The Peace Center on March 30. An American classic, they keep their choreography and approach to ballet unique, while remaining true to classical technique.
- On April 16 the Guitar Orchestra of Barcelona, 25 incomparably talented Spanish guitarists, perform classically-hued transcriptions of music from their rich Spanish heritage and from the classical literature.
For tickets, call The Peace Center's Box Office at 864-467-3000 or 1-800-888-7768 or order online at peacecenter.org.
Frankenstein: A New Musical!
Sept. 10-11, 17-19, 24-25: Aiken Community Playhouse is excited to bring a fresh, new musical version of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to the stage. With earnest ballads and soaring ensemble numbers, Frankenstein: A New Musical brings the suspense and romance of the classic tale to life in a uniquely faithful, yet thoroughly innovative adaptation of original novel. The timeless, cautionary tale of Victor Frankenstein, whose noble dreams of grandeur unleashes instead a litany of terror and tragedy. Before it is done, everything in his privileged world will be torn asunder. Performances are scheduled September 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 & 25 at 8 p.m. and on September 19 at 3 p.m. The September 10th performance will be interpreted for the deaf & hard of hearing. Parental guidance is suggested for children 13 or younger. For tickets call call 803.648.1438 or visit aikencommunityplayhouse.com.
Pictured: Victor Frankenstein (Brad King) is threatened by his creation (Jerry West ) in Aiken Community Playhouse's production of Frankenstein: A New Musical. Photo by Jacob Ellis.
Appearing at Trustus Theatre
RENT
Sept. 10-Oct. 2: Back by popular demand, Trustus Theatre presents RENT, directed by Dewey Scott-Wiley with musical direction by Christopher Cockrell and choreography by Terrance Henderson. RENT is Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer-prize winning Broadway musical based loosely on Puccini's opera La Bohème.
Reasons to be Pretty
Oct. 22-Nov. 13: Directed by Chad Henderson, Reasons to be Pretty is a love story about the impossibility of love. The show introduces us to Greg, who really, truly adores his girlfriend, Steph. Unfortunately, he also thinks she has a few physical imperfections, and when he casually mentions them, all hell breaks loose. Greg also learns a shocking secret about his best friend at work and has to wrestle with his involvement. Reasons to be Pretty is a romantic coming-of-age story set in today's modern dating landscape, and is sure to entertain audiences with its heart and humor. Shows: Thursdays through Sundays only.
Trustus Theatre is located at 520 Lady Street in Columbia. To purchase tickets please call us at 803-254-9732 or visit www.trustus.org. The normal box office hours are 1-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Performing at Fine Arts Center of Kershaw
Take a trip to Camden and see just how much the Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County has to offer.
Sept. 23-24: Back by popular demand, the Fine Arts Follies feature lots of Kershaw County "talent" and some down right crazy fun featuring your neighbors and friends. This outrageous annual, all-male comedy revue has repeatedly played to sold-out houses in the past.
Sept. 30: One of the Fine Arts Center's most popular artists is back! Dick Goodwin and his Big Band returns to the Fine Arts Center for a one night only performance that is not to be missed. The evening will begin with a gallery opening at 5:30 with a wine and cheese reception that will lead into this amazing concert.
Oct. 17: Under the direction of W. Patrick Wiley, Fine Arts Center affiliate Camden Community Concert Band is comprised of over 50 performers who love to make music. Enjoy their melodious sounds at this free concert at Rectory Square.
For tickets or more information, visit fineartscenter.org.
Dock Street Theatre 2010 Season
Charleston's Dock Street Theatre, one of America's oldest playhouses, offers something for everyone in their upcoming season. Shows this fall include:
- September 3-19: Hairspray
Based on the cult John Waters film Hairspray and set in 1960's racially divided Baltimore, Hairspray tells the story of "pleasantly plump" Tracy Turnblad, a girl with a big heart, big hair and an even bigger passion for dancing.
- October 15 & 16: Bunnicula
Based on a popular children's story, this hilarious tale is told from the point of view of Harold, the Monroe family dog. When the Monroe family finds a baby rabbit at the movie theatre while attending the film Dracula, they can't help but bring it home and care for it.
October 29-November 7: The 39 Steps
At a breakneck pace, four actors create 130 roles in this hilarious high-spirited theatrical romp. Based on Alfred Hitchcock's cinematic 1935 masterpiece, The 39 Steps follows a man, falsely accused of being a spy, on a wild chase across England and Scotland as well as across the top of a fast moving train!
- December 11-18: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
The Herdmans, the worst kids in town, are back! No one is prepared when this outlaw family takes over the lead roles in the annual Christmas pageant, making it the most unusual anyone has ever seen and, quite possibly, the best one ever. Watch as the Herdmans and their community learn to work together, while discovering the true meaning of Christmas.
- December 3-19: A Christmas Carol
Audiences will delight in Charles Dickens' wonderful story of Scrooge and his Christmas Eve encounter with three ghoulish spectres. With colorful period costumes, stunning Christmas card sets, magical special effects and scores of actors, singers, dancers and musicians, A Christmas Carol, A Ghost Story of Christmas is a holiday spectacular not to be missed.
Purchase tickets online atcharlestonstage.com or call Charleston Stage's Box Office at 843.577.7183.
Music in the Mountains
The Pickens County Museum of Art & History's Music In The Mountains series has something for everyone. Held at the historic Hagood Mill, Music In The Mountains includes tours, concerts, demonstrations, living history presentations and seasonal thematic activities. Upcoming events include:
September 4: Pickin' in the Evening Shade Fayssoux McLean and the New Legacy Duo, Freddie Vanderford & Brandon Turner. Long known among Carolina folk and country music fans, singer/guitarist Fayssoux McLean comes to Hagood Mill for a special performance with her friends Freddie & Brandon. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
September 18: Annual Old Time Fiddler's Convention from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., one of the last such events in South Carolina and a good time for all with prizes for the top musicians in several categories.
October 2: Pickin' in the Evening Shade - TBA
October 16: Annual Storytelling Festival, a Hagood Mill favorite, hosted by musician/storyteller/ radio personality, John Fowler, and featuring tall tales, yarns and whoppers by some of the regions best tellers.
November 20: Selugadu IV, a Native American Celebration in honor of Native American Heritage Month, hosted by Reedy River Intertribal, featuring Cherokee (and other) Native culture interpreted through drumming, dancing, storytelling, demonstrations and crafts. Hagood Mill's biggest event. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
December 18: Yuletide Celebration - Celebrating Yuletide traditions around the world and featuring a "Celtic Christmas" concert by Ed Harrison and Friends.
The Hagood Mill is located just 3 miles north of Pickens, or 5 1/2 miles south of Scenic Hwy. 11, off Hwy. 178 on Hagood Mill Rd. The site is open to the public Wednesday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m . For more information, call (864) 898-2936, or visit www.co.pickens.sc.us/culturalcommission/
