Calendar of Events

This Saturday, December 3, 2011, at 12 Noon, actor/filmmaker Cylk Cozart, Knoxville College , and Genesis Rock will host the “Planting Seeds and Building Dreams" celebration at 901 Knoxville College Drive . The public is invited to attend this community celebration in honor of our youth and the Bazillion Blooms program, which is sponsored by Dogwood Arts.

The celebration will begin shortly after the first set of dogwood trees are planted firmly on the Knoxville College Campus.

Some of the highlights during the celebration include:
Special Guest MC’s
Local Guest Performers
Special Guest Speakers
Extraordinary Youth

Everyone is welcome to attend this special occasion.
For additional information regarding the “Planting Seeds and Building Dreams” celebration, please contact Becky at (865) 237-6968.

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present its National Juried Exhibition of 2011, a new exhibition featuring selected works from 38 artists in the Southeast and Midwest . The National Juried Exhibition was developed in 2006 to provide a forum for local artists to compete on a national scale and display their highest quality work. The exhibition features both traditional and non-traditional work and will be displayed at the Emporium Center Gallery from December 2, 2011 - January 27, 2012. A public reception will take place on Friday, December 2, from 5:00-9:00 PM with a brief awards ceremony at 6:00 PM in which $1,000 in cash awards will be announced.

The reception on Friday, December 2, is free and open to the public, and complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be served. The National Juried Exhibition of 2011 is on display December 2, 2011 - January 27, 2012 at the Emporium Center , 100 S. Gay Street , downtown Knoxville . Exhibition hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM with additional hours on Saturdays, December 3 and January 7, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Please note that the Emporium will be closed December 22 – January 1. For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543, or visit our Web site at www.knoxalliance.com.

Dec. 2 -25, Friday and Saturday 12:00 - 8:00 PM, Sunday 12:00 - 6:00 PM
Dec. 26, 27 and Dec. 29 through Jan. 1, 12:00 - 6:00 PM

general admission $6, children 4 and under free

by E.T.A Hoffman, music by Peter Tchaikovsky
Christmas’ most beloved ballet completely narrated and primarily performed by children. Roane County’s favorite Christmas tradition. Arts in Motion Dance Studio, RSCC Theatre, Harriman. Tickets are $15 and available in advance and at the door (when available). For best seating, buy in advanced ticket. Tickets go on sale on Saturday, October 23, 10 am, at Kingston Arts in Motion. For tickets call (865) 376-0295.
December 2 & 3, 7 pm and December 4, 2 pm

An exhibition, utilizing audiovisuals and interactives, to explain a major international research project with the goal of demonstrating the scientific and technological feasibility of fusion energy. The U.S. ITER Project Office is hosted by Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee, with partners Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory in New Jersey and Savannah River National Laboratory in South Carolina. AMSE Second Level.

American Museum of Science & Energy, 300 S. Tulane Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM; Sunday 1-5PM. Information: 865-576-3200, www.amse.org

At the Fairfield Art Guild, 451 Lakeview Drive, Crossville, TN 38558

www.isiksonmez.com

Adapted by Joe Landry (Full Length Version). This production returns to the Carousel Theatre for a second season. Inspired by the classic American film, It's a Wonderful Life, the play is performed as a 1940s live radio broadcast in front of a studio audience. Five actors perform the dozens of characters, produce the sound effects and break for commercial. Live and Season Tickets On the Air!

Clarence Brown Theatre 1714 Andy Holt Ave on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. For information: 865-974-5161, www.clarencebrowntheatre.com. For tickets: 865-974-5161, 865-656-4444, www.knoxvilletickets.com

This 40th anniversary production featuring over 80 dancers and the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra will showcase guest artists Kylie Morton as the Sugarplum Fairy and Aaron Smyth of Australia as the Cavalier. This magical production of The Appalachian Ballet Company's Nutcracker is filled with lavish sets, scenery, costumes, orchestra, choir and dancers. Come enjoy Knoxville's tradition of 40 years and now also playing in Maryville. Accompanied by the full Knoxville Symphony Orchestra at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium.

Tickets on sale Nov. 14.

Knoxville:
Saturday, Dec. 3 - 8:00 PM
Sunday, Dec. 4 - 2:00 PM

Maryville:
Saturday, Dec. 10 - 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM

School Matinees: Dec. 1 & 2 -- 10:00 AM

Appalachian Ballet Company: 865-982-8463, www.appalachianballet.com

The West High Theatre Department will present the East Coast premiere of a new play, Tomorrow’s Wish. This hilarious comedy follows the story of two teenage siblings and their strange, friendly, yet embarrassing cousin, Juniper. Their cynical attitudes soon change when they discover Juniper’s secret power-a power so remarkable it will change their lives forever. This magical play will debut on Dec. 1 and 3 at 7 pm in the Main Auditorium. The tickets cost only $5 for students and $7 for adults.

Knoxville's only open-air ice rink opens November 25 at 10am
Located in Downtown Knoxville at Market Square - Rink is open every day, rain or shine
Admission is $10 for adults & $7 for children 12 years & younger; admission includes skate rental & sales tax. Every skater must sign a waiver of liability. Parent / guardian signature required for all skaters under the age of 18 years. For specific operational hours, special promotions & info on private parties, birthday celebrations, season passes & group rates call 865-215-4423 or visit www.knoxvillesholidaysonice.com.

The Knoxville Museum of Art and the Tennessee Art Education Association present the sixth annual East Tennessee Regional Student Art Exhibition November 25, 2011-January 8, 2012. The exhibition features artwork created by middle and high school students and offers students the opportunity to display their talents and be honored for their accomplishments in a professional art museum environment.

Students, family, friends, and the public are invited to an opening reception and awards ceremony Wednesday, December 7 from 6-8pm.

The Knoxville Museum of Art is located in downtown Knoxville at 1050 World’s Fair Park and is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday 10 am–5 pm, and Sunday 1 pm-5 pm. Admission and parking are free. For more information, contact Angela Thomas at 865.934.2034 or visit www.knoxart.org.

Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 319 N. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37917. Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 3:00 PM. Tickets are $10 plus fees for Thursday & Sunday; $15 plus fees for Friday & Saturday. For information: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.com. For tickets: 865-523-7521, www.KnoxTIX.com