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January – May 2012

> Little Theatre and Philharmonic both honor the Titanic

> Science Center 2.0 (14 new Exhibits!)

> Benefit Concert with Balsam range, with no. 1 Bluegrass Song of the year

> DanSynergy: Spartanburg’s Modern Dance Showcase

> and So Much More…

SEConDHaLf of‘THE SEaSon’

SParTanBurg, SouTH CaroLina

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461-3050

cfac.us

583-0339

balletspartanburg.com

582-7616

spartanburgartmuseum.org

583-2777

spartanburgsciencecenter.org

764-9568

artistsguildofspartanburg.com

948-9020

spartanburgphilharmonic.org

585-8278

spartanburglittletheatre.org

596-3501

spartanburghistory.org

Partner Agencies583-2776, ext. 518

SpartanburgRepertoryCompany.org

200 East Saint John Street Spartanburg South Carolina864.542.ARTS • ChapmanCulturalCenter.org

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The Art of Doing BusinessNot as Pretty as a Picture, but We Get the Job Done!

Doing the business side of the arts is what we, The Arts Partnership, do for our Partners so they can spend their time and resources doing what they do best: creating, inspiring, entertaining and educating.

By raising money for the United Arts Fund, we provide annual financial support for our Partners, which offsets their total operating expenses between 15-30%. The variation in support is largely based on occupancy; however, the national standard is 20%.

Funded Partner Grant Amount Offset

Artists’ Guild $10,220 20% of their total operating budget of $50,500

Ballet Spartanburg $110,310 15% of their total operating budget of $770,601

Carolina Foothills Artisan Center $13,299 28% of their total operating budget of $47,300

Historical Association $85,980 26% of their total operating budget of $333,310

Music Foundation $75,000 22% of their total operating budget of $339,769

Science Center $42,195 30% of their total operating budget of $142,695

Spartanburg Art Museum $106,095 25% of their total operating budget of $429,757

The Little Theatre of Spartanburg $94,765 18% of their total operating budget of $530,535

We also provide consolidated business services for our Partners. These services include marketing, development, bulk mailing, receptionist, ticket office, meeting rooms and volunteer coordination. Partners located on the Chapman Cultural Center campus do not pay for utilities, IT, maintenance, janitorial, or security services. The value of these consolidated services exceeds $250,000 annually. Consolidation of services was one of the goals for building the Chapman Cultural Center and has proven to be a measurable benefit for our partners and the community.

At The Arts Partnership, we work hard every day to earn your charitable dollars and to strengthen the arts through collaborations and partnerships. We constantly look for new ways to help our Partners fulfill their mission and achieve their creative goals. Operating dollars are needed for any cultural community to thrive creatively and your contributions to the United Arts Campaign are what make our cultural community flourish!

We look forward to 2012 with great expectations and hope you will continue to discover, experience and celebrate the arts, science and history in every way!

Jennifer EvinsPresident & CEO

This newsletter is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission, which receives support from the

National Endowment for the Arts.

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Balsam RangeNo. 1 Bluegrass Song of the Year “Trains I Missed”

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A Benefit Concert In Support of the

United Arts Fund

thuRsday apRIl 26, 2012BBQ Dinner: 5:30 ($15)

ConCert: 7:00 ($25)

sponsortiCkets: 542-Arts

ChapmanCulturalCenter.org

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An athletic and stimulating evening of dance.

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Dance magazine called choreographer Kyle Abraham “equal parts power and grace”. His diverse training in classical music, visual art and dance forms, from ballet to hip-hop give range and depth to a sleek evocative work that probes the complex relationships between identity and personal history.

Kyle Abraham.In.Motion is presented as part of a pair of inspiring performances led by professional actress Carolyn Evans who will appear as Harriet Tubman and opening with a tribute to Spartanburg’s Community Weavers.

Sat., Feb. 18 7 PMDavid Reid Theatre

Chapman Cultural Center

Adults/Seniors $22.50

Children$17.50

“Balancing fluidity with calibrated precision, hischoreography is smart and self aware”New York Times

Kyle Abraham.in.MotionKyle Abraham

Presented in partnership withThe City of Spartanburg,

Spartanburg County HistoricalAssociation & The Arts Partnership

Looking for a new and different dance experience?

Come to our dynamic DanSynergy IV, the fourth

program of the Montgomery Series. Be the first one

to experience a program with stimulating brand new

ballets that feature eclectic music, cutting

edge choreography, musicians and a collaboration

with artists from the Hub-Bub artist in residence program.

Presents

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Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra S A R A H I O A N N I D E S , M U S I C D I R E C T O R

LEGACY CelebratingOurs...

January 28, 2012 with Sarah Johnson & Mary Irwin, Violin

February 23, 2012with Schwamm Family from Germany

March 31, 2012with George Li, Piano

2012 MASTERWORKS

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2012 MASTERWORKS

CreatingYours

“TITANIC MEDLEY”(HORNER) HONORS 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF SHIP’S SINKINGCONCERTO FOR TWO VIOLINS (BACH); SYMPHONY NO. 2, D MAJOR (SIBELIUS)

“SINFONIA CONCERTANTE”(MOZART); “SINFONIETTA (POULENC)BAVARIAN FOLK MUSIC, FIDDLE MUSIC & THE BEATLES

“ZEPHYROS” (US PREMIERE); PIANO CONCERTO NO.1 (LISZT)SYMPHONY NO. 3, “EROICA” (BEETHOVEN)

WWW.SPARTANBURGPHILHARMONIC.ORGwww.spartanburgphilharmonic.org (864)948-9020

Tickets Still Available for Concerts: $35, $25, $10Students K-12 FREE with our Big Red Ticket Program (see website for details)

Tickets: (864) 596-9725 (Twichell Auditorium)All Performances are at 7 pm at Twichell Auditorium

(located on Converse College Campus)

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Dec. 20 - Feb. 18, 2012 • Laura Spong: Chasing the Undertow

Through Feb. 18, 2012 • VoiceS from the VauLt: selections from the Collection of the Spartanburg Art Museum

Feb 23, 2012 • The 4Th ArT & AnTique Show GAlA Feb 24 - 26 • The 4Th AnnuAl ArT & AnTique Show

March 6 - May 12 • paSSion for Lithography: Lithographs from the Rolling Stone Print Atelier

Mar. 13 - June 2 • mike VataLaro: Ceramics inspired by Far Eastern Jars

art SchooLOffering classes for adults, teens and children in:

Acrylics • clAy • DrAwing • Jewelry MAking Oils • POttery • PrintMAking • sculPture

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Potluck Dinner with hub-bub & west Main artists co-oP:Sat. , Jan. 21 from 5 – 7 pm

at the Guild Gallery in the Chapman Cultural Center.

cannons eleMentary art exhibits: Cannons Elementary School, 1315 Old Converse Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29307

January 2 –February 3: Reception on January 24 5:30 – 6:30

March 27 – May 26: Reception TBASponsored by Target, students are showing art work made from variousworkshops provided by Guild members, & will exhibit painting, jewelry

making, pottery, collage, photography, & print making.

stuDio & GarDen tour: May 12, 2012Join us this year as members Sue Zoole, Daniel Cromer, Babs Smith, &

Edythe Wise open their studios and gardens for our Studio Garden Tour.The event culminates at Hatcher Garden & Woodland Preserve, with artist

demonstrations throughout the Garden, art work for sale & much more!For More inForMation: 764-9568

supporting local artists since 1957

FeatureD in our GuilD Gallery:

January: Carole Tinsley

February: Multi-Cultural Exhibition

March: Focus on Youth Art Exhibition

april: Dorothy Chapman Josey

May: Amy Holbein & Patty Wright

June: Peggy Demarest & Lynne Tanner

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Spartanburg Repertory Company presents

Gilbert & Sullivan’s

H.M.S. Pinafore or

The Lass That Loved a Sailor

Friday, March 9th & Saturday, March 10th 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 11th 3:00 p.m.

District 3 Community Center at Broome High School

Adults $18; Senior (over 55) $16; Children/Students (with ID) $7; Family(2 adults plus children) $38

For more info call (864)583-2776 ext. 518

Proud member of The Arts Partnership of Greater Spartanburg

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February 2012 – Spring New Artist JurySession Opens

March 2012 – Spring New Artist Welcome Event

February 2012 – Charm your sweetheart withart – get a 10% discount on one itempurchased on Saturday, February 11, 2012

Check out our website, www.cfac.us, and ourFacebook page for specifics and updates.

124 W. Cherokee Street, Chesnee, SC 29323864-461-3050 www.cfac.us Open Mon-Sat 10:30-5:30

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Your United Arts Annual Fund Gift in Action…

Students at Campobello-Gramling Elementary had a hands-on learning experience by helping artist Bob Doster create a steel palmetto tree through the Chapman Cultural Center’s Arts Education Artist-in-Residence program.

Did you know that when you contribute to the United Arts Annual Fund, you are giving

an “arts advantage” to the 47,000 children who attend school in Spartanburg County?

Your support of the United Arts Annual Fund directly funds the Chapman Cultural

Center’s multi-faceted Arts Education Programs, and helps students become creative thinkers

and innovative problem solvers. Please give a gift today and help the Chapman Cultural Center

change lives and improve our community. You may also make a secure donation online by going to

ChapmanCulturalCenter.org. Your support does make a difference!

A special thank you to our Arts Education Corporate Sponsors for 2011-2012…

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More Art Makes Better Students;Better Students Make Brighter FuturesBy Ava HughesDirector of Arts Education

It’s a fact: Students who participate in the arts are more likely to become successful adults. Yes, the arts inspire us and foster creativity, goodness and beauty in the world, but they also help us express our values, build bridges between cultures, and bring people together. There are many scientific studies proving the measurable value of an education that includes the visual and performing arts.

The Numbers…Longitudinal data of 25,000 students demonstrate that students with an education rich in the arts…• Have higher GPAs and standardized test

scores• Have lower dropout rates• Have better attitudes about community

service• Develop attention skills and strategies for

memory retrieval that also apply to other academic subject areas, such as math and science

Test Scores…Students with four years of arts or music in high school average 100 points better on their SAT scores than students with only one-half year or less. Better scores are found in all three portions of the test: math, reading, and writing.

In the Workplace…Creativity is among the top applied skills sought by employers, and 72 percent of business leaders say creativity is of high importance when hiring. Music, creative writing, drawing, and dance are all considered valuable skills by employers.

Consider…Students who participate in the arts …• are 4 times more likely to be recognized for

academic achievement.• are 3 times more likely to win an award for

school attendance.• are 4 times more likely to win an award for

writing an essay or poem.

For more information on the importance of an education that includes the arts, visit www.AmericansForTheArts.org

“For nearly 20 years, BMW Manufacturing has placed a primary emphasis on the importance of performing arts and cultural activities. We recognize that the influence of arts education on people in our local communities is extremely valuable and leads to improved appreciation for design, creativity and international culture.”

~Amber ScruggsCommunity Relations, BMW Manufacturing

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A Beautiful Blank Canvas, Just Waiting For Your

Creative Touch.

Most rental venues take a lot of pride in having “character.” Some are rustic, others are cute, still others are homey. At the Chapman Cultural Center we take pride in giving you a beautiful blank canvas for your special event. The possibilities are endless. Whether it’s a wedding, corporate party, or community event, you can transform our spaceinto whatever your heart desires.Call Kathy Campbell for details…(864) 278-9688.

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January…Art Exhibit: Voices From the VaultAug. 9-Feb. 18, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Selections from the Permanent Collection of Spartanburg Art Museum. Among the artists being showcased are George Aid, Henry Gasser, Albert Capers Guerry, Lowell Birge Harrison, Robert Henri, Harold Krisel, G. Thompson Prichard, August and Irma Cook, Margaret Law, and Josephine Sibley Couper.

History Exhibit: Christmas in Spartanburg—1960sNov. 29-Jan. 20, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m-5 p.m. $4, $3, $2At the Spartanburg Regional History Museum, step back in time to Christmas in the 1960s with its glitz and glam, not to mention aluminum trees, electric lights, holiday albums, and television specials. Remember again, or experience for the first time, the era’s authentic toys and vintage ads in an exhibit featuring ‘60s-era furniture. Make an ornament inspired by the many Christmas wreaths during the time of JFK, the Apollo missions, The Beatles, the Civil Rights Movement, and Vietnam.

Art Exhibit: Laura Spong’s Chasing the UndertowDec. 20-Feb. 18, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m-5 p.m. Free.Presented by the Spartanburg Art Museum. Laura Spong is one of South Carolina’s best known non-objective painters. In a career that started in 1948, her reputation has soared in recent years. This exhibit will focus on the evolution of Spong’s Abstract Expressionist style, and how that style, “visually portrays her ‘inner journey’ as she has searched for meaning and purpose in life.”

Art Exhibit: Spartanburg School District 7Jan. 4-29, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Each month the Chapman Cultural Center presents a free student art exhibit in the West Wing Student Galleries of the Chapman Cultural Center. Reception to be announced.

Art Exhibit: Carole Tinsley’s Layers in TimeJan. 5-27, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Free public reception: Jan. 19, 5-9 p.m.Presented by the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg in the Guild Gallery, Tinsley’s work is abstract and non-objective with influences from ancient Egyptian art, Renaissance painters, Impressionists, Expressionists, and Native Americans.

History Museum Sponsored WeekendJan. 5-7, Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Thanks to a generous donor, the Spartanburg Regional History Museum is pleased to announce that admission to the Museum is sponsored for the first weekend of each month. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy our permanent exhibits, outlining the history of the Spartanburg area from before European explorers to present-day life. Learn the stories of the people who and artifacts that shaped Spartanburg’s history! Group tours must be arranged in advance: 542-ARTS.

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Music Sandwiched In: The Spartanburg Little TheatreSelections from The Honky Tonk AngelsWed., Jan. 11, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Join The Spartanburg Little Theatre cast as they preview The Honky Tonk Angels by singing your favorite country classics. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera. Door prizes include tickets to the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra!

The Honky Tonk AngelsJan. 13-15 & 20-22Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 8 p.m.; and Sundays at 3 p.m.Presented by The Spartanburg Little Theatre in the David Reid Theatre. From the author of last season’s hit Always… Patsy Cline, The Honky Tonk Angels follows the journey of three women who are fed-up with their lives and set out to chase their dreams of becoming country music stars. Featuring classics by artists such as Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, and Willie Nelson and songs like Nine to Five, Harper Valley PTA, Stand By Your Man, Coal Miner’s Daughter, and Amazing Grace, this musical comedy is a toe-tapping trip down memory lane. Adults: $25; Seniors $24; Youth: $17. Tix: 542-ARTS.

Spartanburg Science Center 2.0—Open HouseSat., Jan. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.The Spartanburg Science Center has installed 10 new hands-on, interactive exhibits. To celebrate, the public is invited to attend this open house that will include refreshments and kids programs throughout the day. It’s all free, it’s new, and it’s fun. And if you’re not careful, you might learn something.

Music Sandwiched In: Regional MusiciansWed., Jan. 25, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg. This popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Brown-bag it, or come early and purchase a box lunch from Panera. Door prizes include tickets to the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra!

Spartanburg History Hub: Dr. Carol Loar - Murder Takes the Angel Shape of JusticeThurs., Jan. 26, 7 p.m. Free.In the Moseley Building Conference Room of the Chapman Cultural Center. The Spartanburg History Hub is a network of individuals and organizations committed to Spartanburg County history and meets one Thursday each odd month except July. This month, Dr. Carol Loar, Assoc. Professor of History at USC Upstate, will present Murder Takes the Angel Shape of Justice: Rape, Reputation and Retribution in Spartanburg County. It discusses the lynching of John J. Moore, who, in 1879, was arrested and charged with the rape and murder of a young woman. The talk explores the events leading up to the lynching as well as local, regional, and national interpretations of Moore’s death. If you or your organization has an historic event or project, please plan to share it during the networking time. The History Hub is managed by the Spartanburg County Historical Association, and you may send your email address to be added to our electronic mailing list. SCHA@SpartanburgHistory.org.

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Laugh for a ChildA Night of Comedy for a Lifetime of SmilesThurs., Jan. 26, 7 p.m.Presented in the David Reid Theatre. Healthy Smiles of Spartanburg, Inc., is featuring Killer Beaz at its 6th annual event. Come and enjoy the laughter among friends and give a child the chance to smile. Tickets are on sale for $75 from Healthy Smiles only. Please call the Healthy Smiles’ office at 864-592-4696 or visit www.HealthySmilesOnline.org to purchase your tickets.

Lunch & Learn Spartanburg: The Legacy of a Civil War SoldierFri., Jan. 27, 12:30-1:30 p.m. $5Join the Regional History Museum for an hour each month to learn interesting pieces of Spartanburg’s history from various speakers. Bring your lunch and learn from experts! This month, Aliene Shields will share the legacy of a Civil War soldier—her great-grandfather Private Thomas M. Shields. She is the co-author with Mac Wyckoff of the book The Legacy of a Common Civil War Soldier Private Thomas Marion Shields: A Collection of 34 Letters 1861-1865. Private Shields was born in 1834 and grew up in the Fingerville area. This book shares letters among the family during the Civil War, and depicts the hardships and every day life of a Spartanburg family during the war.

Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra: Masterworks IIIFeaturing Sarah Johnson and Mary Irwin, Violin.Selections by Horner, Bach, and Sibelius.Sat., Jan. 28, 7 p.m. Tickets: $35, $25, $10Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg in Twichell Auditorium at Converse College. Concertmaster and Principal Second Violin, Johnson and Irwin take center stage in Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins, a popular piece that epitomizes the Baroque Period. On the 100th Anniversary of the Titanic’s tragic ending, celebrate the bravery of bandleader Wallace Hartley with Horner’s Titanic Medley. After the Titanic began to sink, they began playing music to help keep the passengers calm. Many of the survivors said that he and the band continued to play until the very end. None of the band members survived. The concert culminates in Symphony No. 2, D Major from Sibelius. Tix: 596-9725.

SCHA Annual MeetingThe Spartanburg Downtown Airport: Past, Present & FutureSun., Jan. 29, 3-5. Free. Non-Members WelcomeJoin the Spartanburg County Historical Association for its annual meeting at the Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport. Airport Director Darwin Simpson will share an entertaining and informative perspective of the impressive history, expansive present, and optimistic future of the Airport and its impact on the Spartanburg community. There will be refreshments and a brief, open business meeting.

February…Art Exhibit: Multi-Cultural ShowFeb. 1-24, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Presented by the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg in the Guild Gallery at the Chapman Cultural Center.

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History Exhibit: African-American Artists of SpartanburgFeb. 1-29, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Come enjoy this exhibit featuring African American artists of Spartanburg and collections of local African-American works including paintings, pottery, sculptures and other media. Spartanburg’s rich multi-cultural heritage comes alive in this special exhibit!

Museum Sponsored WeekendFeb. 2-4, Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Thanks to a generous donor, the Spartanburg Regional History Museum is pleased to announce that admission to the Museum is sponsored for the first weekend of each month. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy our permanent exhibits outlining the history of the Spartanburg area from before European explorers to present-day life. Learn the stories of the people who and artifacts that shaped Spartanburg’s history!

Art Exhibit: Spartanburg School District 4Feb. 2-20, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Each month the Chapman Cultural Center presents a free student art exhibit in the West Wing Student Galleries of the Chapman Cultural Center. Reception to be announced.

If You Give A Mouse A CookieFri., Feb. 10 at 4:30 & 7 p.m.; Sat., Feb. 11 at 2 p.m.Presented by the Spartanburg Youth Theatre in the David Reid Theatre. Ever thought about what would happen if you gave a mouse a cookie? Don’t expect a thank you and goodbye! Be prepared to run yourself ragged on a playful journey to satisfy the whims of that tiny little rodent! If You Give A Mouse A Cookie, based on the popular children’s book by Laura Numeroff and illustrated by Felicia Bond, will delight the youngster in us all. Adults: $12; Children: $9. Tix: 542-ARTS.

Audition Workshop: Aladdin and the Wonderful LampSat., Feb. 11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Presented by the Spartanburg Youth Theatre in the SYT Classroom at the Chapman Cultural Center. Are you planning to audition for Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp? Then join the Spartanburg Youth Theatre for this fun, informative and hands on audition workshop. Learn audition tips, work with the script and get rid of those pre-audition jitters. Grades: 3-12. Cost: $25.

Youth Theatre Auditions: Aladdin and the Wonderful LampMon. & Tues., Feb. 13 & 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.Presented by the Spartanburg Youth Theatre in the SYT Classroom at the Chapman Cultural Center. To audition, students will perform a one-minute monologue that they may bring with them or choose from our selections once they arrive. Memorization is encouraged but not required. Monologues will be available in the Spartanburg Little Theatre office for pick up prior to auditions. Children in grades 3 through 12 are welcome to audition for the play, and children in grades 7 through 12 are invited to sign-up to work backstage.

Music Sandwiched In: Ian Bracchitta JazzWed., Feb. 15, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera. Door prizes include tickets to the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra!

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African-American Symposium: Persistence & PerseveranceFeb. 16-18This three-day event celebrates Black History Month and is presented at the Chapman Cultural Center by the Spartanburg County Historical Association and the City of Spartanburg.

• Feb. 16… Slave Cabin Project: Mr. Joseph McGill from the National Preservation Trust will sleep at the Historic Price House in its slave cabin. He will share the experience during the symposium.

• Feb. 17… Symposium on African-American History in Spartanburg: Panelists will include Dr. Philip Raccine, Dr. Damon Fordham, Dr. Frances Hardy, Dr. Carmen Harris, Dr. Diane Vecchio, and Dr. Melissa Walker. Joseph McGill will moderate the panel. Panelists will discuss the major issues facing Spartanburg from early settlement to the present. Professional actress Carolyn Evans will appear as Harriet Tubman. The symposium will begin at 8:30 a.m. with refreshments and conclude at 3:30 p.m. The sessions will be in the David Reid Theatre at the Chapman Cultural Center. The cost is $15. An optional lunch can be reserved for an additional $7, and a bus tour of African-American interests downtown can be added for $7. Call: 596-3501.

• Feb. 18… Inspiring Performances: Professional actress Carolyn Evans will appear as Harriet Tubman; Annual Community Weavers will be recognized; and Ballet Spartanburg will present a dance performance by Kyle Abraham entitled Kyle Abraham.In.Motion. Join us in the David Reid Theatre at 7 p.m. $22.50/Adults; $17.50/Students. Tix: 542-ARTS.

Music Sandwiched In: Schwamm Family (Concert Preview)Wed., Feb. 22, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Join the internationally acclaimed Schwamm Family musicians as they provide a sneak peak of Masterworks IV, where they will be the featured artists. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera. Door prizes include tickets to the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra!

Fourth Annual Art & Antique ShowFeb. 23-26, Thurs., Fri., Sat. & Sun.Presented by Spartanburg Art Museum, this exciting annual event that benefits the Museum gives people in the Upstate an opportunity to see, learn about, and purchase predominantly 18th & 19th century American, English, and Continental antiques and accessories from dealers outside of the Upstate. Vendor merchandise will include antique furniture, silver, jewelry, porcelain, paintings, fine art, oriental rugs, linens, and garden accessories. Showcasing a wide array of fine art and antiques and hosting nationally known speakers, the Art & Antique Show has become the premier fundraising event for the Spartanburg Art Museum.

Lunch & Learn SpartanburgFri., Feb. 24, 12:30-1:30 p.m. $5Join the Spartanburg Regional History Museum for an hour each month to learn interesting pieces of Spartanburg’s history from various speakers. Bring your lunch and learn from experts!

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Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra: Masterworks IVFeaturing Augsburger Geigenbande (the Schwamm Family)Selections by Mozart, Poulenc, and traditional Bavarian music.Sat., Feb. 25, 7 p.m. Tickets: $35, $25, $10.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg in Twichell Auditorium at Converse College. The Augsburger Geigenbande, comprised of internationally recognized Schwamm family members from Germany, performs a wide array of musical styles with repertoire that stretches across five centuries. On Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante Katharina Schwamm (violin) and Teresa Schwamm (viola) lead out. The Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra performs with the Schwamms during Mozart and Poulenc (Sinfonietta), but after intermission the SPO lets go of the reins. The cross-cultural experiment takes flight as the featured artists break out Bavarian folk music, fiddle music, and even some classics from The Beatles! Tix: 596-9725.

March…Museum Sponsored WeekendMarch 1-3, Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Thanks to a generous donor, the Spartanburg Regional History Museum is pleased to announce that admission to the Museum is sponsored for the first weekend of each month. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy our permanent exhibits, outlining the history of the Spartanburg area from before European explorers to present-day life. Learn the stories of the people who and artifacts that shaped Spartanburg’s history!

History Exhibit: Celebrities of SpartanburgMarch 1-May 19, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $4Spartanburg has produced and welcomed celebrities of all kinds. Come learn who they are and what made them famous! This exhibit is a collaboration of the Spartanburg Regional History Museum and The Spartanburg Little Theatre.

James Gregory: Funniest Man in AmericaSat., March 3, 7 p.m.Presented in the David Reid Theatre. For over two decades, the unforgettable caricature of veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning: his shirt un-tucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy experience. It’s storytelling at its best. The trademark caricature is the essence of James Gregory’s comedy: rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch. $32.50 premium seats. All others: $28.50 in advance, $30.50 day of show. Group of 10+, $24.50 each (excludes gold seating). Tix: 542-ARTS.

Youth Art Month ExhibitionMarch 3-April 8, Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FreeEach year in celebration of national Youth Art Month, the Chapman Cultural Center hosts a countywide exhibit of artwork by students. Come see several hundred creative works, all selected by local teachers. Reception to be announced.

Art Exhibit: Focus on Youth Juried ShowMarch 5-28, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Presented by Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg in the Guild Gallery at the Chapman Cultural Center.

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Passion for Lithography: Lithographs from the Rolling Stone Print AtelierMarch 6-May 12, Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Presented by the Spartanburg Art Museum, this critically acclaimed collection of prints represents works by artists who created lithographs at Rolling Stone Press in Atlanta in collaboration with master printer, Wayne Kline.

Music Sandwiched In: Converse Opera TheatreSelections from GypsyWed., Mar. 7, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Join the Converse Opera Theatre as it takes you on a preview of Gypsy. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera. Door prizes include tickets to the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra!

H.M.S. PinaforeMarch 9-11, Fri., Sat., & Sun. Broome High School’s Community Auditorium.Presented by The Spartanburg Repertory Company, this is one of Gilbert & Sullivan’s most popular operettas. It is about mistaken identity, set in Victorian England on Her Majesty’s Ship, Pinafore. Tickets: Call 583-2776, ext. 518.

Titanic: The MusicalMarch 9-11 & 16-18,Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 8 p.m.; and Sundays at 3 p.m.Presented by The Spartanburg Little Theatre in the David Reid Theatre. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the RMS TITANIC, we present this engrossing and haunting Tony-award winning musical that vividly depicts one of the most harrowing events in human history. Running for over 800 performances on Broadway, this is the factual story of that ship—of her officers, crew and passengers, to be sure—but the central character of our Titanic is the Titanic herself. Adults/$25; Seniors/$24; Youth/$17. Tix: 542-ARTS. Sponsored by…

Little Theatre Auditions: On Golden PondMon. & Tues., March 12 & 13, 7-10 p.m.Presented by The Spartanburg Little Theatre in the David Reid Theatre. Roles are available for three men (30-75); one male teenager (13-15); and two women (35-75). Auditions will consist of readings from the script.

Art Exhibit: Mike Vatalaro’s Ceramics Inspired by Far Eastern JarsMarch 13-June 2, Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Presented by the Spartanburg Art Museum.

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Spartanburg History HubThurs., March 22, 7 p.m. FreeThe Spartanburg History Hub is a network of individuals and organizations committed to Spartanburg County history. It is managed by the Spartanburg County Historical Association and meets 7-8 p.m. one Thursday each odd month, except July. Locations vary. An expert speaker shares his/her experience and knowledge. There is also time for networking. If you or your organization has an historic event or project, please plan to share it during the networking time. You may send your email to us to be added to our electronic Spartanburg History Hub mailing list. SCHA@SpartanburgHistory.org.

Lunch & Learn SpartanburgFri., March 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m. $5Join the Spartanburg Regional History Museum for an hour each month to learn interesting pieces of Spartanburg’s history from various speakers. Bring your lunch and learn from experts!

Music Sandwiched In: Regional MusiciansWed., March 28, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by the Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera. Door prizes include tickets to the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra!

DanSynergy IVThurs., March 29, at 7 p.m. Tickets: $15-$25.Presented by Ballet Spartanburg in the David Reid Theatre. Looking for a new and different dance experience? Come to our dynamic DanSynergy IV, the fourth program of the Montgomery Series. Be the first one to experience a program with stimulating brand new ballets that feature eclectic music, cutting edge choreography, musicians and a collaboration with Hub-Bub Artists-in-residence. Tix: 542-ARTS.

Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra: Masterworks VFeaturing George Li, Piano.Selections by Tarrodi, Liszt, and Beethoven.Sat., March 31, 7 p.m. Tickets: $35, $25, $10.Presented by the Music Foundation of Spartanburg in Twichell Auditorium at Converse College. Winner of countless awards, including the 2010 Cooper International Piano Competition, 16-year-old George Li has gained significant attention as a recitalist and soloist. His performance of Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 1 will be a highlight from the evening! Tarrodi’s composition Zephyros (a U.S. premiere!) will stir your imagination. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, Eroica completes the evening.

April…An April Fools Day Concert—Seriously, No Joke!Sunday, April 1, 3 p.m.Presented by Spartanburg Community Band in the David Reid Theatre.

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Art Exhibit: Dorothy Chapman JoseyApril 2-26, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Presented by the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg in the Guild Gallery at the Chapman Cultural Center.

Spring into History at Walnut Grove PlantationTues.-Fri., April 3-6, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6/Adults; $3/Ages 5-17; free/4 & underVisit the late 1700s this Spring Break! This week, guides in period dress will share the history of the Moore family and the South Carolina Backcountry as you tour Walnut Grove Plantation. On select days, a Revolutionary War re-enactor will tell you of the latest news in the fight for independence from Great Britain. There will be a hands-on living history activity for kids and hourly guided tours with the final tour starting at 4 p.m. 864-576-6546; WalnutGrove@SpartanburgHistory.org. Walnut Grove is located at 1200 Otts Shoals Road in Roebuck.

Museum Sponsored WeekendApril 5-7, Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Thanks to a generous donor, the Regional History Museum is pleased to announce that admission to the Museum is sponsored for the first weekend of each month. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy our permanent exhibits outlining the history of the Spartanburg area from before European explorers to present-day life. Learn the stories of the people who and artifacts that shaped Spartanburg’s history!

First Saturday at Walnut Grove PlantationSat., April 7, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6/Adults; $4/Ages 5-17; free/4 & underCome to Walnut Grove Plantation for the first in a new series of programs presented by the Spartanburg County Historical Association on the first Saturday of each month from April through November. With the help of re-enactors and experts, visitors can explore in-depth a particular aspect of Upstate South Carolina history. The day will always feature one or two kids’ activities that relate to the topic as well as tours of the site’s historic buildings. The programs will alternate between Walnut Grove and Historic Price House. Topics and program details will be announced. 864-576-6546; WalnutGrove@SpartanburgHistory.org. Walnut Grove is located at 1200 Otts Shoals Road in Roebuck.

Music Sandwiched In: Laurel and the Lads (Irish favorites)Wed., April 11, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by the Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera.

Art Exhibit: Spartanburg School District 1April 13-May 9, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Each month the Chapman Cultural Center presents a free student art exhibit in the West Wing Student Galleries of the Chapman Cultural Center. Reception to be announced.

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When A Woman Hates All MenFri., April 13, 7 p.m.Presented in the David Reid Theatre. Monica Fields has everything she could want, but she truly believes that a good man is HARD TO FIND! Her past relationships all ended on bad terms, leaving her hating all men until she met Brian Love, a smooth-talking ladies man who thinks he has everything that every woman wants. Presented by award-winning playwright Terrence D. Miller.

Carlos Perez in ConcertSat., April 14, 7 p.m. Free.Recognized as one of the great classical guitarists of his generation, Perez has performed through both North and South America and most of Europe. He has won top prizes in many major international competitions and has produced eight CDs. Presented in the David Reid Theatre at the Chapman Cultural Center by Wofford College and The Music Foundation of Spartanburg.

Aladdin and the Wonderful LampFri., April 20 at 4:30 & 7 p.m.; Sat., April 21 at 2 p.m.Presented by the Spartanburg Youth Theatre in the David Reid Theatre. Aladdin is inconsiderate toward his poor mother, rude to authority, and generally unwashed and unmannered. But the powerful Jinn of the Lamp, fiercely sought by an evil-hearted sorcerer, gives Aladdin the chance to rise above himself, to dare great things—even to win the hand of the Princess of the realm. This classic story of a ne’er-do-well’s rise from obscurity to greatness is sure to enchant adventurers of all ages. Adults/$12; Children/$9. Tix: 542-ARTS.

Living Green at the Seay House Sat., April 21, 10-4. Donations WelcomeThe Seay House is Spartanburg’s oldest home. Located at 106 Darby Road just off Crescent Avenue, it showcases the dwelling of a local farmstead managed and maintained by three maiden Seay sisters in the late 1800s. These women were living green before anyone knew that was a movement! Come relax for an hour or two on this historic property and see how they did it. The Seay House is open by appointment year-round and on the third Saturday of the summer months except July.

Music Sandwiched In: Arbor Wind (woodwind trio)Wed., April 25, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera.

Balsam Range: Benefit ConcertThurs., April 26. Dinner: 5:30 p.m. Concert: 7 p.m.North Carolina-based band Balsam Range had the No. 1 bluegrass song of the year 2011—Trains I’ve Missed. Hear them in concert in the David Reid Theatre, along with Spartanburg’s own Fayssoux McLean and Brandon Turner. Tix: concert/$25; BBQ dinner/$15. Tix: 542-ARTS. Sponsored by…

Lunch & Learn SpartanburgFri., April 27, 12:30-1:30. $5Join the Spartanburg Regional History Museum for an hour each month to learn interesting pieces of Spartanburg’s history from various speakers. Bring your lunch and learn from experts!

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May…Art Exhibit: Amy Holbein and Patty WrightMay 1-28, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Presented by the Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg in the Guild Gallery at the Chapman Cultural Center.

Museum Sponsored WeekendMay 3-5, Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Thanks to a generous donor, the Regional History Museum is pleased to announce that admission to the Museum is sponsored for the first weekend of each month. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy our permanent exhibits outlining the history of the Spartanburg area from before European explorers to present-day life. Learn the stories of the people who and artifacts that shaped Spartanburg’s history!

On Golden PondMay 4-6 & 11-13Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 8 p.m.; and Sundays at 3 p.m.Presented by The Spartanburg Little Theatre in the David Reid Theatre at the Chapman Cultural Center. On Golden Pond is the poignant tale of one family’s summer. Ethel and Norman, a bickering but loving elderly couple, are spending their 48th year at their summer home on Golden Pond. In this beautifully told story there are many things going on below the surface of Golden Pond, but it is ultimately a story of love, family, and forgiveness. Adults/$25; Seniors/$24; Youth/$17. Tix: 542-ARTS.

First Saturday at Historic Price HouseSat., May 5, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $6/ Adults; $4/ Ages 5-17; free/4 & underCome to Historic Price House for the second in a new series of programs presented by the Spartanburg County Historical Association on the first Saturday of each month from April through November. With the help of re-enactors and experts, visitors can explore in-depth a particular aspect of Upstate South Carolina history. The day will always feature one or two kids’ activities that relate to the topic as well as tours of the site’s historic buildings. The programs will alternate between Walnut Grove and Historic Price House. Topics and program details will be announced. 864-576-6546; PriceHouse@SpartanburgHistory.org. Price House is located at 1200 Oakview Farms Road near Woodruff.

Music Sandwiched In: Strings of Choice (swinging strings)Wed., May 9, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera.

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Studio and Garden TourSat., May 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.The Artists’ Guild of Spartanburg is sponsoring a tour of four artists’ studios and gardens and Hatcher Garden & Woodland Preserve. The homes and gardens, all located in Spartanburg, reflect a wide range of creative tastes and talents. The tours include the homes of Daniel Cromer, Babs Smith, Edythe Wise, and Suzanne Zoole. Call: 764-9568.

Art Exhibit: Boys & Girls Clubs and COLORSMay 12-July 1, Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.Each month the Chapman Cultural Center presents a free student art exhibit in the West Wing Student Galleries of the Chapman Cultural Center. Reception to be announced.

Dance RecitalSat., May 19, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Presented by Ballet Spartanburg in the David Reid Theatre at the Chapman Cultural Center.

Seay House SaturdaySat., May 19, 10-4. Donations WelcomeThe Seay House is Spartanburg’s oldest home. Located at 106 Darby Road just off Crescent Avenue, it showcases the dwelling of a local farmstead managed and maintained by three maiden Seay sisters in the late 1800s. Come relax for an hour or two on this historic property! The Seay House is open by appointment year-round and on the third Saturday of the summer months except July.

Art Exhibit: Michael McDunn: Contemporary FurnitureMay 22-Aug. 4, Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Presented by Spartanburg Art Museum at the Chapman Cultural Center. With 30 years of custom woodworking experience, master craftsman Michael McDunn continues to be inspired to make contemporary furniture styles fit for both function and awe. The work McDunn creates has evolved from his need “to survive in a part of the country where, for many years, contemporary furniture styles were quite unacceptable. This forced [him] to design furniture that was fitting for both 18th Century as well as more modern environments.”

Music Sandwiched In: Mark Guest (jazz guitar)Wed., May 23, 12:15-1 p.m. Free.Presented by The Music Foundation of Spartanburg, this popular lunchtime concert series showcases regional talent at the Spartanburg County Public Library Headquarters on selected Wednesdays. Brown-bag it, or come early to purchase a box lunch from Panera!

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Spartanburg History HubThurs., May 24, 7 p.m. FreeThe Spartanburg History Hub is a network of individuals and organizations committed to Spartanburg County history. It is managed by the Spartanburg County Historical Association and meets 7-8 p.m. one Thursday each odd month except July. Locations vary. An expert speaker shares his/her experience and knowledge. There is also time for networking. If you or your organization has an historic event or project, please plan to share it during the networking time. You may also send your email to us to be added to our electronic Spartanburg History Hub mailing list. SCHA@SpartanburgHistory.org.

FootlooseFri.-Sun., May 25-27The Fine Arts Department of Spartanburg School District 7 will present Footloose at the Chapman Cultural Center. This Broadway musical is based on a true story about high school students who wanted a senior prom, but the city council said that it was against the law to dance.

Lunch & Learn SpartanburgFri., May 25, 12:30-1:30. $5Join the Spartanburg Regional History Museum for an hour each month to learn interesting pieces of Spartanburg’s history from various speakers. Bring your lunch and learn from experts!

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Save the Date!The second annual Chapman Cultural Center progressive dinner, Art After Dark, will be held Thursday, June 21, 2012. For more information, please contact Epsie Coleman at 278-9690. You do not want to miss this event!

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