Calendar of Events

Amanda Palmer is best known for her role as front woman and keyboardist for the internationally acclaimed punk-cabaret band The Dresden Dolls. Amanda recently released "Who Killed Amanda Palmer", her debut solo album which was produced by Ben Folds. There's also a fine art photography book on which she is collaborating with esteemed author Neil Gaiman and a WKAP companion songbook. Her recent work includes two epic performances with the Boston Pops at Symphony Hall and a residency at the Famous Spiegeltent at Edinburgh. A remarkably singular performer with a growing following. Tickets: 865-684-1200, www.knoxbijou.com

Knoxville Symphony Orchestra's animated friend, Picardy Penguin, will join Music Director Lucas Richman, vocalist Katy Wolfe Zahn and the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra on stage at the Tennessee Theatre for the first Family Concert of the season. The concert, entitled Shall We Dance?, is suited for children ages 3-8 years old and explores various types of dance music. The concert will take place at 2:00 PM with pre-concert activities beginning at 12:45 PM. For more information: 865-291-3310, www.knoxvillesymphony.com

Fine Arts Blount invites the community to enjoy a day of touring the open studios of 18 local artists. Tour starts at Fine Arts Blount gallery, 106 Broadway, downtown Maryville TN, where seven artists will be featured. Maps will be provided for a self-guided driving tour to eleven more artist studios. Watch demos of painting, sculpture, photography, jewelry and woodturning. Light refreshments will be served at all locations. Win artwork from one of FAB's artists. Cost is $15 per adult. Children under 12 are free. Group rates available. Tickets available at FAB Artspace, Blount County Chamber of Commerce, Boyd Thomas Clothing and Dandy Lions, or at FAB the day of the event. Information: 865-982-0898, www.FineArtsBlount.com

In the Oak Ridge High School Auditorium Lobby.

Little Charlie Bucket finds the golden ticket that gains him entry into the factory of Willy Wonka, the world-famous candy man who is on a quest to find an heir. This new adaptation, drawn from the classic family film, explodes on the stage and features popular songs from the original score like "Pure Imagination" and "The Candy Man."

227 Broadway in Historic Jackson Square, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. For more information, call (865) 482-9999 or visit www.orplayhouse.com

At Oak Ridge High School Auditorium.

Oscar Mandagaran and Georgina Vargas, Internationally-known instructors from Buenos Aires, will be in Knoxville to teach Tango workshops on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, NOVEMBER 20, 21, and 22, 2009. Special pricing for early registration ends October 15th. For details, please check out: www.knoxvilletango.org or call Connie at 865-579-1955.

Reception: Nov. 13, 6:30-8:30PM

213 Hotel Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37918. Hours: Tuesday & Thursday, 9-5, Wednesday & Friday 10-5, Saturday 9-1. More information: (865) 357-2787, www.fountaincityart.org

Adapted from the novel by Roald Dahl

November 13-29 (no performance November 26)

Thursdays at 7 PM, Fridays at 7 PM, Saturdays at 1 PM & 5 PM, Sundays at 3 PM

865-599-5284; www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com

By Arthur Miller. Powerful story which addresses the painful conflicts within one family, but also tackles larger issues regarding American national values. The play examines the cost of blind faith in the American Dream. In this respect, it offers a postwar American reading of personal tragedy in the tradition of Sophocles' Oedipus Cycle. Miller charges America with selling a false myth constructed around a capitalist materialism nurtured by the postwar economy, a materialism that obscured the personal truth and moral vision of the original American Dream described by the country's founders. Roane State Theatre, Harriman. November 13-15, 20-22 at 7 pm; November 15 & 22 at 2pm. All performances subject to change. Check website periodically for updated information. Information: 865-882-4567, www.roanestate.edu keyword: theatre.