Calendar of Events

Free and open to the public. Opening reception Friday, November 13, from 6 to 8 p.m.; artists' talk at 7 P.M.
Harlan Hambright Photographs: "An Odd World Observed" and Fran Thie: "Poetry and Pastels". Knoxville native and UT Architecture graduate Harlan Hambright parleyed his passion for architecture and photography into a diversified career as an architectural photographer spanning over 30 years. As a boy he was taught by his father to carefully observe the world around him. It is this ability to observe and photograph the sometimes obscure man-made objects that defines his work. He chooses "to document the weird artifacts and occurrences that I find when I'm just looking around." From her life as a high school teacher to a CPA Fran has brought a wealth of experience and influences to her current work as a visual artist. Fran is both self-taught and educated in painting classes and workshops led by nationally prominent artists. She has painted in pastels and watermedia for more than a decade and regularly exhibits in juried exhibitions across the Southeast, with several awards to her credit. She is active in the Knoxville arts community, and has served as president of Tennessee Artists Association and the Knoxville Watercolor Society. Currently, her work can be seen at the Art Market Gallery in Knoxville on Gay Street. Fran's love of creative writing and literature have left their mark on her lyrical view of the world, with impressionistic and expressive interpretations of nature in both landscape and abstract paintings. By means of intuitive use of color and texture, she strives to transform an ordinary scene into a special place where both drama and serenity can co-exist. Her works, whether representational or abstract, always have their foundation in the world of nature. 2931 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5, Sunday, 9-1. For information: 865-523-4176, www.tvuuc.org

Once again, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts will host its popular fundraising event combining handmade bowls and delicious food for the United Way of Sevier County. Souper Bowl VI will be held in Arrowmont's Staff House Dining Room. Tickets are only $20 each with all proceeds benefiting the United Way of Sevier County. The ticket earns your place in line to select a handmade ceramic bowl created by Arrowmont staff, resident artists and students that is yours to keep. Then, fill your bowl with hot, delicious soups prepared by Arrowmont's kitchen. Enjoy a fun evening of relaxed, casual dining in the company of family and good friends while supporting a great cause. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the school or from an Arrowmont staff member. Limited tickets will be available at the door. Please call 436-5860 to reserve tickets with a credit card or stop by Arrowmont at 556 Parkway in Gatlinburg. All proceeds from ticket sales will be given to the United Way of Sevier County. Information: 865-436-5860, www.arrowmont.org

Support the arts in Blount County! Juried art show and auction event to support Fine Arts Blount, a non-profit organization, bringing the visual arts to the Blount County community. Tickets available at FAB, Blount County Chamber of Commerce and Boyd Thomas Clothing. For more information: 865-982-0898, www.fineartsblount.com

The University of Tennessee School of Art is please to present Howard Singerman, Associate Professor of Art History from the University of Virginia for a public lecture titled "Excellence & Pluralism: The UCLA Art Department." The lecture will be held in the Art and Architecture Building, room 109.

Howard Singerman holds an M.F.A. in sculpture as well as a Ph.D. in Visual and Cultural Studies. Singerman is interested in the question of the artist as a "professional" and what that word means for and about the education of artists. In his book Art Subjects: The Making of Artists in the American University he begins by examining the first campus-based art schools in the 1870s and goes on to consider the structuring role of women art educators and women students; the shift from the "fine arts" to the "visual arts"; the fundamental grammar of art laid down in the schoolroom; and the development of professional art training in the American university. Singerman's book reveals the ways we have conceived of art in the past hundred years and have institutionalized that conception as atelier activity, as craft, and finally as theory and performance. His public lecture will present an "archaeology" of the UCLA Art Department.

His visit is sponsored by the University of Tennessee, Knoxville School of Art Visiting Artists, Designers and Scholars Committee.

The Farragut Folklife Museum will host the "Charles Dickens and Royal Doulton Exhibit," on loan from Bob Leonard, former Farragut mayor and long-time Folklife Museum committee member. This special holiday exhibit will showcase more than 200 pieces of Royal Doulton Dickensware and Royal Doulton Dickens characters. In conjunction with this exhibit, the Museum will host book signings and a special presentation on Monday, Nov. 16 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Farragut Town Hall. At 6 p.m., the following authors will be available to sign their books: Donald J. Dickenson, "Birds Eye View"; Doris Woods Owens, "Concord-Farragut"; Charles Reeves, "Battle of Campbell Station"; Malcolm Shell, "From Frontier Fort to Town Hall"; and Mark Taylor, "The Frog House." Available for purchase in the Folklife Museum Gift Shop, these books are a valuable gift idea for local history buffs. At 7 p.m., Leonard will discuss his Royal Doulton collection and the effect Charles Dickens and his novels had on the people of England and around the world. Light refreshments will also be served. The Farragut Folklife Museum is committed to preserving the heritage of its East Tennessee community and features a remarkable collection of artifacts from the area, including an extensive collection of the personal belongings of Admiral David Glasgow Farragut, first Admiral of the U.S. Navy and hero of the Civil War. Housed in the Farragut Town Hall located at 11408 Municipal Center Drive, the Museum is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and offers free admission. For more information: 865-966-7057, www.townoffarragut.org

The WordPlayers and Erin Stage Co. collaborate to bring this classic story to Knoxville. It is the story of Annie Sullivan and her student, blind and deaf Helen Keller. The Miracle Worker dramatizes the volatile relationship between the lonely teacher and her charge. Helen, trapped in her secret world, is violent, spoiled, almost sub-human, and treated by her family as such. Only Annie realizes that there is a mind and spirit waiting to be rescued from the dark, tortured silence. (recommended for ages 10+) November 6, 12, 13 at 7:30 pm and November 14 at 2:00 pm at The WordPlayers Theatre at MCM, 1540 Robinson Rd. in Knoxville; and November 21 and 27 at 7:30 pm and November 22 & 28 @ 2:00 pm at Erin Presbyterian Church, 200 Lockett Rd. in Knoxville. Tickets are $12 Adults, $10 Seniors/Students, $8 Groups of 10 or more, Thursdays are "Pay What You Can" nights, Signed Performance TBA. Information: 865-539-2490, www.wordplayers.org

A graduate of Maryville College in 2007, Jonathan Howe is a professional artist specializing in portrait and landscape painting. His mural design was selected to grace the grand entryway to the John J. Duncan Federal Building in Knoxville, Tennessee. The mural, which stretches nearly one hundred feet, celebrates the triumph of the United States Constitution and the strength of its people. From corporate and family portraits to beautiful mountain vistas to public mural projects, Jonathan's work displays a keen eye for light and composition with the quality of realism. Most recently Jonathan won best in show at the McGee Tyson Airport Art. Unarmed Merchants, 129 S. Gay Street, Knoxville TN 37902. Information: (865) 549-5769

Reception for the exhibition, Glimpse, on Friday, November 6, from 7:00-10:00 PM. Butler and Van der Laan are recent graduates from the M.F.A. program at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The artists think of these works as large scale sketches, visual representations of ideas that are beginning to emerge, explorations of what may be, a glimpse into the future. The Birdhouse is located at 800 N. 4th Ave., on the corner of 4th and Gill. For more information:
http://myspace.com/birdhouselaboratories
www.jessievanderlaan.com
www.robmatbutler.com

Information: 865-215-8830, www.east-tennessee-history.org

By Sam Shepard, Directed by Katie Norwood Alley. Featuring Greg Congleton, Amy Hubbard, Andrew Miller and Jim Richardson. Performances: November 6, 7, 12, 13 and 14 at Ironwood Studio. Cost is $10 cash money. Information: 865-414-1827, www.actorscoop.net

A new play by Percy Bell. At Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 N. Gay Street, Thursday-Friday-Saturday at 8:00 PM. Information: www.thewaterseries.org

The Water Series is pleased to announce the world premiere of Spring: A Knoxville Sonata by Percy Bell. Performances will be at Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 N. Gay Street, November 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, and 14. Tickets will be available for purchase or reservation on the website: www.thewaterseries.org