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Friday, October 25, 2024
The Horse and His Boy
Oct 25 @ 7:00 pm
The Logos Theatre

When Shasta and Bree, a talking horse, plan their escape from slavery to the land of Narnia and freedom, they soon realize the journey holds far more danger than they could have ever imagined. With an army ready to attack the countries of the North, Shasta and Bree’s journey becomes a race against time to not only escape the slavery they have known but to save Narnia and the North!

With a cast of 45 actors, lifelike puppetry, stunning sets, and mesmerizing costumes, The Horse and His Boy brings the unforgettable world of Narnia to life onstage! This fantastic production will inspire all ages. Produced with permission from the C.S. Lewis Company Limited.
October 25th at 7:00p; October 26th at 1:00p and 7:00p; October 31st at 10:30a; and November 1st at 7:00p
CATS
Oct 25 @ 7:30 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber &

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. Elliot

Nightmare at the Museum
Oct 25 @ 7:30 pm
Gunter Theatre

The renowned ballet Ghosts undergoes a thrilling transformation this year with Nightmare at the Museum. While wax museums across the nation immortalize beloved stars, the Carolina Ballet Theatre dares to delve into the shadows. Our stage becomes a sinister gallery, where iconic villains break free from their waxen prisons. Through mesmerizing dance and the pulsating rhythms of classic rock and pop legends like Michael Jackson, Guns N’ Roses, and Journey, we unveil the dark allure of these infamous characters in a way never seen before.

October 25th at 7:30pm

October 26th at 2:00pm and 7:30pm

Saturday, October 26, 2024
Archaeology Fall Field Day
Oct 26 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
12,000 Year History Park

Cayce, South Carolina — The Archaeological Society of South Carolina (ASSC) is excited to announce its annual Archaeology Fall Field Day on October 26 at the 12,000 Year History Park in Cayce, South Carolina. This free event will take place from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
This year’s program features:
• Archaeology demonstration spaces along the historic Old State Road
• Artifact Identification Table – bring your finds, we’ll try to identify them
• Historical reenactors
• Nineteenth-century cannon demonstration
• 11:00 AM: Wild Plant Foraging Walk with Matthew Kip (Full Belly Foraging)
• 1:00 PM: Guided tour of the Park’s historic cultural resources

Event Parking: Available at the parking lot across from the Cayce Tennis Center (1120 Fort Congaree Trail, Cayce), the Congaree Creek Heritage Preserve (634 Old State Road, Cayce), and the Thomas Newman Public Boat Landing (Granby Landing Rd, Cayce). See attached map of grounds

Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 26 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliada’s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm – 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am – 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am – 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids!

All Hallows’ Eve
Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Walnut Grove Plantation

The daytime is kid and pet-friendly and will have trick-or-treating at the historic buildings, hayrides, colonial toys & games, candle making, and a dog costume contest at 3:00 sponsored by Pine Street Animal Hospital.

The evening will be spookier and have candlelight walks to the cemetery, cemetery family history, campfire stories, s’mores, and more!

The whole day will have lots and lots of jack-o-lanterns, themed historic buildings, staff costumes and fun photo ops.

CATS
Oct 26 @ 2:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber &

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. Elliot

Dinner Detective Interactive True Crime Dinner Show!
Oct 26 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Greenville Hilton

Immerse yourself in a captivating True Crime Mystery Dinner Theatre – a national sensation since our Los Angeles opening in 2004! Surrender to an evening brimming with suspense, laughter, and spontaneous moments that are genuinely one-of-a-kind.Say goodbye to predictable, scripted performances and hello to a dynamic, interactive experience that shatters the traditional mold of Mystery Dinner Theatre. Our stage is not confined to a platform in front of the room – it’s the entire space, and you’re not just a spectator – you’re a potential part of the show!As the night unfurls, you’ll question the line between reality and performance. Is it scripted, or is it real? Only one way to find out. Step into the unpredictable world of our True Crime Mystery Dinner Theatre with The Dinner Detective and become a part of the story that’s still being written. Will YOU be the one to solve the mystery?
This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Jan 6, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024 and happens every:
Saturdays: 6:00pm – 9:00pm CST

The Horse and His Boy
Oct 26 @ 7:00 pm
The Logos Theatre

When Shasta and Bree, a talking horse, plan their escape from slavery to the land of Narnia and freedom, they soon realize the journey holds far more danger than they could have ever imagined. With an army ready to attack the countries of the North, Shasta and Bree’s journey becomes a race against time to not only escape the slavery they have known but to save Narnia and the North!

With a cast of 45 actors, lifelike puppetry, stunning sets, and mesmerizing costumes, The Horse and His Boy brings the unforgettable world of Narnia to life onstage! This fantastic production will inspire all ages. Produced with permission from the C.S. Lewis Company Limited.
October 25th at 7:00p; October 26th at 1:00p and 7:00p; October 31st at 10:30a; and November 1st at 7:00p
CATS
Oct 26 @ 7:30 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber &

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. Elliot

Nightmare at the Museum
Oct 26 @ 7:30 pm
Gunter Theatre

The renowned ballet Ghosts undergoes a thrilling transformation this year with Nightmare at the Museum. While wax museums across the nation immortalize beloved stars, the Carolina Ballet Theatre dares to delve into the shadows. Our stage becomes a sinister gallery, where iconic villains break free from their waxen prisons. Through mesmerizing dance and the pulsating rhythms of classic rock and pop legends like Michael Jackson, Guns N’ Roses, and Journey, we unveil the dark allure of these infamous characters in a way never seen before.

October 25th at 7:30pm

October 26th at 2:00pm and 7:30pm

Sunday, October 27, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 27 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliada’s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm – 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am – 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am – 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliada’s kids!

CATS
Oct 27 @ 2:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber &

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. Elliot

Wednesday, October 30, 2024
CATS
Oct 30 @ 2:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber &

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. Elliot

Sh!tfaced Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
Oct 30 @ 7:00 pm
Gunter Theatre

A pair of star-crossed lovers, copious amounts of alcohol, and iambic pentameter, what could possibly go wrong?

Sh!tfaced Shakespeare presents an entirely serious Shakespearean play with an entirely sh!tfaced actor! Beareth witness to their smash-hit, internationally acclaimed, and award-winning version of Romeo and Juliet.

There is no love lost between the Capulet and Montague families and everyone in Verona knows it. Certainly, the only way to mend centuries of bad blood is by having two star-crossed teenage lovers from opposite households get married in secret, right? Nothing that a swig (or two) of the finest spirits can’t fix!

Featuring Shakespeare’s most famous feuding family, cousins without a cause, and so many faux deaths, it makes daytime TV look good.

CATS
Oct 30 @ 7:30 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber &

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. Elliot

Thursday, October 31, 2024
CATS
Oct 31 @ 2:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber &

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Based on ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’ by T.S. Elliot

The Horse and His Boy
Oct 31 @ 7:00 pm
The Logos Theatre

When Shasta and Bree, a talking horse, plan their escape from slavery to the land of Narnia and freedom, they soon realize the journey holds far more danger than they could have ever imagined. With an army ready to attack the countries of the North, Shasta and Bree’s journey becomes a race against time to not only escape the slavery they have known but to save Narnia and the North!

With a cast of 45 actors, lifelike puppetry, stunning sets, and mesmerizing costumes, The Horse and His Boy brings the unforgettable world of Narnia to life onstage! This fantastic production will inspire all ages. Produced with permission from the C.S. Lewis Company Limited.
October 25th at 7:00p; October 26th at 1:00p and 7:00p; October 31st at 10:30a; and November 1st at 7:00p
Wait Until Dark
Oct 31 @ 7:30 pm
Performance Hall @ Bob Jones University

By Frederick Knott. A sinister con man and two ex-convicts are about to meet their match. They have traced the location of a mysterious doll, which they are much interested in, to the Greenwich Village apartment of Sam Hendrix and his blind wife, Susy. Refusing to reveal the doll’s location, Susy figures out she is the victim of a bizarre charade. This masterfully constructed thriller moves from one moment of suspense to another as it builds toward an electrifying, breath-stopping final scene. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

Friday, November 1, 2024
Sh!tfaced Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
Nov 1 @ 7:00 pm
Gunter Theatre

A pair of star-crossed lovers, copious amounts of alcohol, and iambic pentameter, what could possibly go wrong?

Sh!tfaced Shakespeare presents an entirely serious Shakespearean play with an entirely sh!tfaced actor! Beareth witness to their smash-hit, internationally acclaimed, and award-winning version of Romeo and Juliet.

There is no love lost between the Capulet and Montague families and everyone in Verona knows it. Certainly, the only way to mend centuries of bad blood is by having two star-crossed teenage lovers from opposite households get married in secret, right? Nothing that a swig (or two) of the finest spirits can’t fix!

Featuring Shakespeare’s most famous feuding family, cousins without a cause, and so many faux deaths, it makes daytime TV look good.