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Saturday, June 18, 2022
History Alive: Eisenhower Show
Jun 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Runway Cafe at Greenville Downtown Airport

 View Map  |   Cost: Free | 

Dwight Eisenhower performed by Doug Mishler

Join us at the Greenville Downtown Airport in the Runway Cafe’s open air hangar for a fun morning for the whole family.  Dwight Eisenhower will arrive in military splendor.   Enjoy the airplanes, Runway Park, Take-Off Mini Golf (cost involved) and the Military History Center of the Carolinas – all at our amazing Downtown Airport!

Free parking.

Come early for a seat in the hangar or bring your lawn seating.


 

About Doug Mishler, Ph.D.

Since 1993 Doug has been nationally recognized for bringing “history to life.” Doug has presented figures from Nikita Khrushchev to Theodore Roosevelt, to Ernie Pyle, and P. T. Barnum. He has made over 800 first person presentations of over 30 historical figures, including Stonewall Jackson, Henry Ford, Pablo Picasso, and now Dwight D Eisenhower, Nikola Tesla, and Gene Roddenberry.

The voices in his head keep him busy, but also in the last four years he has been the Founder & Managing Artistic Director of Restless Artists’ Theatre. When not in the theatre or doing his characters, Mishler has taught American Cultural history for over 20 years. Like his idol Teddy Roosevelt, Doug believes there is still plenty of time to grow up and get a “real job”—but later!

History Alive: Robert Kennedy Show
Jun 18 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Christ Church School, Hartness Arts Center

 

 View Map  |   | Cost: Free – Registration Required

Robert F. Kennedy performed by Jeremy Meier

When one hears the name Kennedy, most think of JFK or maybe even Jackie. But it was serious young Bobby Kennedy who faced off with Jimmy Hoffa and the Teamsters during the Rackets Committee hearings of the late fifties and who during the Cuban Missile Crisis possessed a dissenting voice to which the President was open to listen.

When we think of the 60’s, we hear his brother, JFK’s challenge: “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.”

RFK took up that gauntlet. He was 36 when he became the US Attorney General. At 40 he was elected US Senator and soon started his Presidential campaign. At 42 he was assassinated. What might have been had he finished the race?

“For of those to whom much is given much is required.”

RESERVE SEATING


About Jeremy Meier

Jeremy Meier serves as the Chair of Fine and Performing Arts at Owens Community College in Northwest Ohio. He has directed nineteen student productions at the school including Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night and Romeo and Juliet as well as adapted and directed texts for the stage including Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and American Salvage by Bonnie Jo Campbell.

In addition to his portrayal of RFK, Meier has created original solo performances for the Ohio Humanities on John Dillinger and Oliver Hazard Perry. In 2017, Meier was awarded a grant by Ohio Humanities to pilot the state’s first Chautauqua Training Program for new scholars learning to develop original figures based on historic

PEACE BROADWAY HAMILTON
Jun 18 @ 2:00 pm
Peace Concert Hall

Hamilton

This “theatrical landmark has transformed theater and the way we think about history” (The New York Times)

Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Official Website

The 26th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Jun 18 @ 7:00 pm
Falls Park

The 26th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival will feature MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING from May 26th to June 26th, 2022.  OTHELLO will soon follow premiering on July 14th until July 31st, 2022.

While many people might associate Shakespeare with high school English class, his works are true classics that help us understand different cultures, different people, and different times. In fact, it’s been said that Shakespeare was ‘not of an age, but for all time.’ Now, more than 400 years after his death, that statement still rings true.

Knowing that many people don’t seek out Shakespearean plays, we sought to bring Shakespeare to the people in a fun, educational, free, and accessible way. The Warehouse Theatre put on our first ever Upstate Shakespeare Festival back in 1995. Since then, it has truly become a Greenville Tradition.

 

The Upstate Shakespeare Festival takes place each summer. Usually one show runs from May to June and another from June to July. Shows begin at 7:00pm (arrive early to get a spot!) and run Thursday through Sunday each week during the run of shows.

Mamma Mia!
Jun 18 @ 8:00 pm
Greenville Theatre

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Music and Lyrics by Benny Andersonn and Bjørn Ulvaeus

Book by Catherine Johnson

The Ultimate Family Feel-Good Musical Tickets go on sale to the public May 9, 2022.

The storytelling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. Non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit. A mother, a daughter, 3 possible dads, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget.

PEACE BROADWAY HAMILTON
Jun 18 @ 8:00 pm
Peace Concert Hall

Hamilton

This “theatrical landmark has transformed theater and the way we think about history” (The New York Times)

Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Official Website

The Warehouse Theatre presents Appropriate
Jun 18 @ 8:00 pm
The Warehouse Theatre

Every estranged member of the Lafayette clan has descended upon the crumbling Arkansas homestead to settle the accounts of their newly-dead patriarch. As his three adult children sort through a lifetime of hoarded mementos and junk, they collide over clutter, debt, and a contentious family history. But after a disturbing discovery surfaces among their father’s possessions, the reunion takes a turn for the explosive and unleashes crackling surprises, gut-punching honesty, and uproarious confrontations.

Masks Required //

In accordance with our agreement with Actors’ Equity Association, The Warehouse Theatre takes a proactive approach to performer safety. This currently includes the wearing of masks by all patrons to our main stage productions. Out of respect for the performers’ safety and your fellow patrons, please plan accordingly the night of your show.

Sunday, June 19, 2022
PEACE BROADWAY HAMILTON
Jun 19 @ 1:00 pm
Peace Concert Hall

Hamilton

This “theatrical landmark has transformed theater and the way we think about history” (The New York Times)

Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Official Website

History Alive: Houdini Show
Jun 19 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Christ Church School, Hartness Arts Center

Event details

  •  June 19, 2022
  •  2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
  •  (between Mauldin Rd & Fairforest Way) Take Pleasantburg south past Greenville Tech to Mauldin Rd.
  •  864-244-1499

 View Map  |   Cost: Free | Registration required

Houdini performed by Larry Bounds

Harry Houdini, from his birth to his death, led a life of mystery and controversy.

He was a world renowned magician, an escape artist, an author, and an avid collector and historian. He was a pioneering filmmaker and aviator.

He debunked con men and fake mediums who used magician’s tricks to cheat the public and was the frequent subject of their death threats. He trained police officers in improved restraint techniques and wrote a guide for surviving mine collapses.

Nearly a hundred years since his untimely death, Ehrich Weiss, as Houdini, remains the most famous magician in history.

RESERVE SEATING


About Larry Bounds

Larry has performed on the Greenville Chautauqua stage since 2002. He has portrayed Einstein, Churchill, Disney, and Cronkite, among others, but recreating Houdini holds a special place in his heart. Since 1973 Larry has worked as a professional magician, including 8 years appearing with Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in Gatlinburg and Myrtle Beach and 3 years as a theme park magician in Kentucky. Over the years he has presented thousands of public, private, and corporate magic shows.

Larry is also a well-respected, South Carolina teacher with a Masters degree in education from The University of Tennessee, a National Board Certification, and 35 years of classroom teaching experience. He has recently retired from teaching but serves on several community boards and is an active member of Piedmont Area Mensa.

Mamma Mia!
Jun 19 @ 3:00 pm
Greenville Theatre

Event image

Music and Lyrics by Benny Andersonn and Bjørn Ulvaeus

Book by Catherine Johnson

The Ultimate Family Feel-Good Musical Tickets go on sale to the public May 9, 2022.

The storytelling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. Non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit. A mother, a daughter, 3 possible dads, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget.

The Warehouse Theatre presents Appropriate
Jun 19 @ 3:00 pm
The Warehouse Theatre

Every estranged member of the Lafayette clan has descended upon the crumbling Arkansas homestead to settle the accounts of their newly-dead patriarch. As his three adult children sort through a lifetime of hoarded mementos and junk, they collide over clutter, debt, and a contentious family history. But after a disturbing discovery surfaces among their father’s possessions, the reunion takes a turn for the explosive and unleashes crackling surprises, gut-punching honesty, and uproarious confrontations.

Masks Required //

In accordance with our agreement with Actors’ Equity Association, The Warehouse Theatre takes a proactive approach to performer safety. This currently includes the wearing of masks by all patrons to our main stage productions. Out of respect for the performers’ safety and your fellow patrons, please plan accordingly the night of your show.

PEACE BROADWAY HAMILTON
Jun 19 @ 6:30 pm
Peace Concert Hall

Hamilton

This “theatrical landmark has transformed theater and the way we think about history” (The New York Times)

Hamilton is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, Hamilton is based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.

Official Website

The 26th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Jun 19 @ 7:00 pm
Falls Park

The 26th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival will feature MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING from May 26th to June 26th, 2022.  OTHELLO will soon follow premiering on July 14th until July 31st, 2022.

While many people might associate Shakespeare with high school English class, his works are true classics that help us understand different cultures, different people, and different times. In fact, it’s been said that Shakespeare was ‘not of an age, but for all time.’ Now, more than 400 years after his death, that statement still rings true.

Knowing that many people don’t seek out Shakespearean plays, we sought to bring Shakespeare to the people in a fun, educational, free, and accessible way. The Warehouse Theatre put on our first ever Upstate Shakespeare Festival back in 1995. Since then, it has truly become a Greenville Tradition.

 

The Upstate Shakespeare Festival takes place each summer. Usually one show runs from May to June and another from June to July. Shows begin at 7:00pm (arrive early to get a spot!) and run Thursday through Sunday each week during the run of shows.

History Alive: Eisenhower Show
Jun 19 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Greenville Tech

 

 View Map  |   Cost: Free |  outdoors, chairs provided under the tent or bring lawn seating

Dwight Eisenhower performed by Doug Mishler

The Eisenhower presidency led the nation through both the darkest years of the Cold War as well as the Red Scare fanaticism of Joseph McCarthy, the rapidly escalating Civil Rights Movement and the burgeoning military industrial complex.

But before Eisenhower was a President, he was a General – not just any General but the Supreme Commander of the polyglot Allied forces.

And before World War II could end, he’d have bring together the land, air and sea forces of the coordinated efforts of 12 nations in what became known as the largest invasion force in human history. He’d have to maintain control of national egos, his own temper, supply chains and even the weather.

Failure was not an option.


 Opening music:  Swing a la King (J. Michael)  J. Michael King 


Rain site: In the case of inclement weather, the show will be shown virtually. A link will be posted on the homepage of this website to view the show and participate in Q/A at the original time and date of the show.


About Doug Mishler, Ph.D.

Since 1993 Doug has been nationally recognized for bringing “history to life.” Doug has presented figures from Nikita Khrushchev to Theodore Roosevelt, to Ernie Pyle, and P. T. Barnum. He has made over 800 first person presentations of over 30 historical figures, including Stonewall Jackson, Henry Ford, Pablo Picasso, and now Dwight D Eisenhower, Nikola Tesla, and Gene Roddenberry.

The voices in his head keep him busy, but also in the last four years he has been the Founder & Managing Artistic Director of Restless Artists’ Theatre. When not in the theatre or doing his characters, Mishler has taught American Cultural history for over 20 years. Like his idol Teddy Roosevelt, Doug believes there is still plenty of time to grow up and get a “real job”—but later!

Thursday, June 23, 2022
Acting Camp: Rising 3rd – 4th Grades
Jun 23 @ 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Studio 52 Education Building

This week-long, half-day summer theatre camp, young actors will discover the fun in foundational acting technique. In a fun combination of training, rehearsal, and performance, students will dive into engaging acting, voice, and movement activities. With a focus on imagination, improvisation, characterization, and collaboration, students will discover new tools for expression and apply these skills in a short performance presented at the end of the week for a small audience. This week is perfectly suited for imaginative students who are excited to collaborate with peers and professionals and interested in expanding their theatre skill set. No previous experience required. Every program covers new material. Space is limited.

The 26th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Jun 23 @ 7:00 pm
Falls Park

The 26th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival will feature MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING from May 26th to June 26th, 2022.  OTHELLO will soon follow premiering on July 14th until July 31st, 2022.

While many people might associate Shakespeare with high school English class, his works are true classics that help us understand different cultures, different people, and different times. In fact, it’s been said that Shakespeare was ‘not of an age, but for all time.’ Now, more than 400 years after his death, that statement still rings true.

Knowing that many people don’t seek out Shakespearean plays, we sought to bring Shakespeare to the people in a fun, educational, free, and accessible way. The Warehouse Theatre put on our first ever Upstate Shakespeare Festival back in 1995. Since then, it has truly become a Greenville Tradition.

 

The Upstate Shakespeare Festival takes place each summer. Usually one show runs from May to June and another from June to July. Shows begin at 7:00pm (arrive early to get a spot!) and run Thursday through Sunday each week during the run of shows.

Mamma Mia!
Jun 23 @ 7:30 pm
Greenville Theatre

Event image

Music and Lyrics by Benny Andersonn and Bjørn Ulvaeus

Book by Catherine Johnson

The Ultimate Family Feel-Good Musical Tickets go on sale to the public May 9, 2022.

The storytelling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. Non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit. A mother, a daughter, 3 possible dads, and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget.

The Warehouse Theatre presents Appropriate
Jun 23 @ 8:00 pm
The Warehouse Theatre

Every estranged member of the Lafayette clan has descended upon the crumbling Arkansas homestead to settle the accounts of their newly-dead patriarch. As his three adult children sort through a lifetime of hoarded mementos and junk, they collide over clutter, debt, and a contentious family history. But after a disturbing discovery surfaces among their father’s possessions, the reunion takes a turn for the explosive and unleashes crackling surprises, gut-punching honesty, and uproarious confrontations.

Masks Required //

In accordance with our agreement with Actors’ Equity Association, The Warehouse Theatre takes a proactive approach to performer safety. This currently includes the wearing of masks by all patrons to our main stage productions. Out of respect for the performers’ safety and your fellow patrons, please plan accordingly the night of your show.

Friday, June 24, 2022
Acting Camp: Rising 1st – 2nd Grades
Jun 24 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Studio 52 Education Building

In this week-long, half-day summer theatre camp, students will explore the joys of acting and theatre arts! With a fun combination of training, rehearsal, and performance, young artists will learn the foundations of theatre through engaging acting, voice, movement, and art activities. With a focus on imagination, improvisation, characterization, and collaboration, students will discover new tools for expression and apply these skills in a short, informal performance presented at the end of the week for a small audience. This week is perfectly suited for imaginative students who are excited to collaborate with peers and interested in learning the foundations of theatre. No previous experience required. Every program covers new material. New and returning students are welcome. Space is limited.

GODSPELL JR. An Actor’s Studio Summer Camp Production
Jun 24 @ 6:00 pm
Spartanburg Youth Theatre

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Content Warning: This show is most appropriate for ages 12 and up. Full content advisory is listed below

The Spartanburg Youth Theatre’s Actor’s Studio camp presents Godspell Jr.

A group of disciples help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, are employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ groundbreaking messages come vibrantly to life.

SYT’s Actor’s Studio camps are for rising 10th-12th graders. These camps teach advanced theatre techniques and provide essential training for young actors interested in pursuing a professional theatre career. Actors in this camp rehearse and produce a full-length musical in just 3 weeks.

Content Warning: This show is most appropriate for ages 12 and up. Full content advisory is listed below

Approximate Run Time: Approximately 90 minutes, no intermission

The Spartanburg Youth Theatre’s Actor’s Studio camp presents Godspell Jr.

A group of disciples help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, are employed as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus’ groundbreaking messages come vibrantly to life.

SYT’s Actor’s Studio camps are for rising 10th-12th graders. These camps teach advanced theatre techniques and provide essential training for young actors interested in pursuing a professional theatre career. Actors in this camp rehearse and produce a full-length musical in just 3 weeks.

Content Warning: This show is most appropriate for ages 12 and up. Full content advisory is listed below

Approximate Run Time: Approximately 90 minutes, no intermission

Content Warning: This show is most appropriate for ages 12 and up.