Events Calendar
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John Devlin, conductor
Christylez Bacon, beatbox and rap
Caroline Shaw: Entr’acte
Evan Meier/Christylez Bacon: Migrations in Rhythm: A Concerto for Beatbox and Rhyme
Dmitry Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5
Caroline Shaw’s Entr’acte is a Haydn-inspired strings-rich piece that will pull you in. It’s what critic James Bennett called “juicy and ebullient…culminating with a succession of full-bellied chords that I may one day make my ringtone.”
Washington DC native and Duke Ellington School for the Arts alum beatboxer Christylez Bacon has created something totally new with this intersection of symphonic and hip hop tradition. You may have seen this Grammy nominee onstage with the National Symphony at the Kennedy Center. He says, “The music is the lure and the lyric is the education that will destroy the many barriers that prevent us from recognizing our connections with each other.”
Soviet composer Dmitry Shostakovich premiered his fifth symphony in 1937 to overwhelming acclaim, with the audience standing to applaud for more than 40 minutes. This darkly dramatic work is the best one to start with if you’re experiencing Shosty (as musicians have nick-named him) for the first time. A simple internet search will reveal more details of the political turmoil surrounding Shostakovich’s previous compositions and the safety he reclaimed after writing this symphony, so do yourself a favor and dig in to what it was like to be an artist in 1930s Leningrad.
CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CONDUCTOR & GUEST ARTIST
John Devlin, conductor
Christylez Bacon, beatbox and rap
Caroline Shaw: Entr’acte
Evan Meier/Christylez Bacon: Migrations in Rhythm: A Concerto for Beatbox and Rhyme
Dmitry Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5
Caroline Shaw’s Entr’acte is a Haydn-inspired strings-rich piece that will pull you in. It’s what critic James Bennett called “juicy and ebullient…culminating with a succession of full-bellied chords that I may one day make my ringtone.”
Washington DC native and Duke Ellington School for the Arts alum beatboxer Christylez Bacon has created something totally new with this intersection of symphonic and hip hop tradition. You may have seen this Grammy nominee onstage with the National Symphony at the Kennedy Center. He says, “The music is the lure and the lyric is the education that will destroy the many barriers that prevent us from recognizing our connections with each other.”
Soviet composer Dmitry Shostakovich premiered his fifth symphony in 1937 to overwhelming acclaim, with the audience standing to applaud for more than 40 minutes. This darkly dramatic work is the best one to start with if you’re experiencing Shosty (as musicians have nick-named him) for the first time. A simple internet search will reveal more details of the political turmoil surrounding Shostakovich’s previous compositions and the safety he reclaimed after writing this symphony, so do yourself a favor and dig in to what it was like to be an artist in 1930s Leningrad.
CLICK TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CONDUCTOR & GUEST ARTIST
Story Room Explore children’s literature through music, songs, creative movement, and instrument play for ages 18 mos – 4 yrs.
It’s the ultimate trivia mashup: Quiz by Geeks Who Drink, fun & games by Dave & Buster’s. The ultimate trivia party is finally here. Geeks Who Drink and Dave & Buster’s have teamed up to bring you the Dave & Buster’s Trivai Show. It’s a whole new format that combinest he super-social Geeks Who Drink trivia night with all the frenetic game-show action you’d expect from Dave & Buster’s. Get ready for pop culture-centric trivia where winners receive Power Cards. In between rounds, join in on the physical challenge fun for bonus prizes – or just gawk at the people who do. All in all, it’s two hours and it’s free to play. No reservations needed, just show up! Teams can be up to six players, so bring your smartest friends (or some likable dummies)—or come solo. We can always help you join a team!
This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Oct 3, 2023 to Dec 26, 2023 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 7:30pm – 9:30pm EDT
Open Mic Night
Come out to New Groove and enjoy dinner and beer – then test your mental mettle with Fischer’s Trivia Extravaganza! General trivia with a Stupid Hard Question.
Weekly Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd – Quarterly Tournaments with Overall Winners and a Booby Prize for the frequent flier non-winner. 🍻
Make your Wednesday plan for Trivia with Fischer at New Groove in Boiling Springs, SC!
5 PM | Gates Open
5 PM | The Abbey Elmore Band
6:30 PM | David Ramirez
8:30 PM | Madeline Edwards
Jelly Roll: Backroad Baptism Tour
With special guests Chase Rice, Struggle Jennings, & Josh Adam Meyers
Join us for an epic evening of Hot Yoga with the amazing RadDad’s at Swanson’s Warehouse! Get ready to sweat it out and groove to the beats of the Talking Heads. This in-person event is perfect for yoga enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Bring your friends, and your funky moves for a night of pure bliss. Don’t miss out on this unique experience that will leave you feeling energized and refreshed. See you there!
Young Concert Artists has supported each new generation of classical stars for the past 60 years. Winners of the annual YCA International Auditions join the YCA Roster for a minimum of three years. YCA on Tour is a new touring program that features a unique chamber music ensemble made up of some of the most extraordinary YCA artists, in programs of fabulous repertoire to cities all over North America. This inaugural tour, which begins at the Brooks Center, offers a special program of chamber music and song, featuring rarely-heard instrumentation combining voices with violin, cello, and piano.
FREE, no ticket required
Book by Dennis Kelly
Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence…and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, Miss Honey. However, the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, despises children and loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage, cleverness, and extraordinary imagination that will lead her classmates to revolt and take back their freedom!
Age Recommended: Most enjoyed by children 6 and up.
Approximate Run Time: 90 minutes (includes 15 minute intermission)
Come join us at Regal Cherrydale to watch The Exorcist: Believer on Friday the 13th of October! You must purchase a ticket for this event.
Time will be adjusted once showtimes are given on the website to be able to purchase tickets, but it is currently showing 5pm. We can meet in the lobby before the show!
G.T. Arpe links:
@g.t.arpe
soundcloud.com/g-t-arpe
Get ready to strut your stuff and be blown away as Proud Mary Theatre presents Kinky Boots, a sassy and fabulous live performance!
Join us for an unforgettable night of fabulousness at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Spartanburg! Get ready to be blown away by the incredible performance of Kinky Boots. Prepare to be entertained, inspired, and uplifted by this sensational production. Don’t miss out on the chance to witness the magic of this show!
Book by Dennis Kelly
Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence…and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, Miss Honey. However, the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, despises children and loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage, cleverness, and extraordinary imagination that will lead her classmates to revolt and take back their freedom!
Age Recommended: Most enjoyed by children 6 and up.
Approximate Run Time: 90 minutes (includes 15 minute intermission)
Book by Dennis Kelly
Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin
Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence…and special powers! She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, Miss Honey. However, the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, despises children and loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage, cleverness, and extraordinary imagination that will lead her classmates to revolt and take back their freedom!
Age Recommended: Most enjoyed by children 6 and up.
Approximate Run Time: 90 minutes (includes 15 minute intermission)
Heart of Atlanta is the Definitive Heart Tribute band. Heart of Atlanta ardently reproduces the timeless and influential music of Rock & Roll Hall of Famers – Heart. Performing their radio hits to hidden studio and live gems, the band encompasses all the elements for the complete Heart experience. From the exacting musical re-creation to the powerful stage show, Heart of Atlanta will have you rockin’ for more.
Foothills Philharmonic presents a recital featuring the different musicians of the orchestra. Please put this addition to our season on your calendar! We would love to see you there and all of our other Spotlight Chamber series concerts. We invite all concert goers to visit the different artists studios at Edward R. Driggers City of Greer Center of the Arts before the concert, at intermission, and immediately following the performance.