Calendar of Events

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present a new exhibition of watercolor-based artwork entitled “Artwork Gone Wild” by animal artists from the Knoxville Zoo. The exhibition will be displayed in the Balcony at the Emporium Center in downtown Knoxville from September 7-28, 2012; an opening reception will take place as part of First Friday activities on September 7 from 5:00-9:00 PM with video demonstrations of the animal artists at work. Artwork will be displayed as a preview to Knoxville Zoo’s Art Gone Wild! event presented by Fast Frames on Friday, September 21, from 6:00-8:30 PM, an after-hours art show at the zoo with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

Many animals at Knoxville Zoo are trained by their keepers to paint in the traditional sense, using brushes and/or fingers, including chimpanzees, gorillas, and elephants. Many more paint by walking over or stamping the canvas in a variety of colors. These paw painters include lions, tigers, meerkats, bears, Komodo dragon, penguins, and many other animals. All artwork is matted and ready for framing; most works include a photo of the artist, and all works include a certificate of authenticity with the artist’s name.

The proceeds from this product help support the enrichment program at Knoxville Zoo. For more information, visit www.knoxville-zoo.org.

“Artwork Gone Wild” will be on display at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with additional hours on Saturday, September 8, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Please note, the exhibition will be removed from the Emporium September 20-24 for the Art Gone Wild event at the Zoo. For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543, or visit the Web site at www.knoxalliance.com.

About the Arts & Culture Alliance
The Arts & Culture Alliance serves and supports a diverse community of artists, arts organizations, and cultural institutions. The Alliance receives financial support from the Tennessee Arts Commission (www.tn.gov/arts) and First Tennessee Foundation (www.firsttennesseefoundation.com).

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present a new exhibition of video interviews and photographs entitled “Looking at the Dark” by Knoxville artist Alex Merchant, opening Friday, September 7, at 5:00 PM on the north side of the Balcony at the Emporium Center in Knoxville.

Alex Merchant was born in St. Louis, Missouri. His work explores city spaces, urban systems, and the communities that live in these places. Merchant recently spent time in India interviewing artists who identify themselves as Dalit—the historically disenfranchised group of the Indian caste system. While caste-discrimination has been abolished for many years, it still resonates with most Indians. With an ever-growing middle class, the Dalit discussion has become more complex. Through a series of video interviews, artists and activists give a look into their art practices, their family life, and their communities. Merchant’s exhibition will feature video and photography captured in the artists’ communities.

“Looking at the Dark” will be displayed in the Balcony at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, from September 7-28, 2012. An opening reception will take place as part of First Friday activities on September 7 from 5:00-9:00 PM with complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with additional hours on Saturday, September 8, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543 or visit www.knoxalliance.com.

By Patrick Hamilton
A Broadway hit first produced on the West End under the title Gaslight and filmed twice, Angel Street tells the story of the Manninghams who live on Angel Street in 19th Century London. As the curtain rises, all appears the essence of Victorian tranquility. It is soon apparent however, that Mr. Manningham, a suavely handsome man, is slowly driving his gentle, devoted wife Bella, to the brink of insanity with an insinuating kindness which masks more sinsister motives. While he is out, Mrs. Manningham has an unexpected caller: amiable, paternal Inspector Rough from Scotland Yard. Rough is convinced that Manningham is a homicidal maniac wanted for a murder committed fifteen years earlier in this very house. Gradually the inspector restores Bella's confidence in herself and as the evidence against Manningham unfolds, the author has built and sustained some of the most brilliant, suspenseful sequences in modern theatre.

Performances are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 3:00 PM. Tickets are $10 plus fees for Thursday & Sunday performances and $15 plus fees for Friday & Saturday performances. Theatre Knoxville Downtown has open seating. Doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to pick up your tickets and claim your seats. TKD reserves the right to seat walk-in patrons during the final 15 minutes prior to showtime. For more information on the show, please call Theatre Knoxville Downtown at (865) 544-1999, e-mail info@theatreknoxville.com, or visit www.theatreknoxville.com.

The 93rd annual Tennessee Valley Fair is one of the state’s largest multi-day events attracting nearly 140,000 people each year. Known for its innovative exhibits, livestock shows, concert series, action sports, exciting rides and a variety of unique fun foods, the Tennessee Valley Fair offers tremendous family entertainment! Details TBA

Tennessee Valley Fair: 865-215-1471, www.tnvalleyfair.org

2012 Tennessee Valley Fair – September 7-16, 2012

Featured events include: MC Hammer – $15, Friday, September 7 – 8 PM
Fairest of the Fair Pageant – $5, Saturday, September 9 – 7 PM
Southern Drawl Band – FREE, Sunday, September 9 at 6 PM
Brad Blackwell – FREE, Sunday, September 9 at 7 PM
Stephen Hunley – FREE, Sunday, September 9 at 8 PM
Kip Moore – $8, Monday, September 10 – 8 PM
Josh Thompson – $5, Tuesday, September 11 – 8 PM
Easton Corbin – $10, Proudly Sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery
Wednesday, September 12 – 8 PM
David Nail – $8, Thursday, September 13 – 8 PM
Night Ranger – $10, Friday, September 14 – 8 PM
Con Hunley – $5, Saturday, September 15 – 8 PM
Sawyer Brown – $15, Sunday, September 16 – 8 PM

Tickets go on sale Wednesday, June 6 at 10 AM at www.TNValleyFair.org or by calling (865) 215-1482. Admission tickets will also be available at a discounted rate for a limited time.

The Tennessee Valley Fair is one of the state’s largest multi-day events attracting nearly 140,000 people each year. The 93rd annual fair begins the Friday after Labor Day, September 7-16. Known for its innovative exhibits, livestock shows, concert series, action sports, exciting rides and a variety of unique fun foods, the Tennessee Valley Fair offers tremendous family entertainment at a great value. The Fair is also proud to present nightly fireworks sponsored by the Tennessee Education Lottery. For more information, please visit www.tnvalleyfair.org or call (865) 215-1470.

Come and Get It at the Tennessee Valley Fair, September 7-16. In 2012, the Fair is gearing up to debut a variety of unique new attractions, contests and exhibits for East Tennesseans to enjoy:

Local Artist Spotlight – Sunday, September 9 – 6 PM
Experience some of East Tennessee’s best up & coming musicians free with your paid fair admission.
Don’t Miss: Brad Blackwell, Stephen Hunley and Southern Drawl Band

Einstein Simplified Comedy Improv – Friday, September 14 – 6 PM
Einstein Simplified has been entertaining Knoxville and surrounding areas since 1994. Don’t miss this free family friendly night of laughs.

Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show – September 7-16 – Multiple Daily Showtimes
Truly a giant in family entertainment, this action-packed lumberjack show features log rolling, log rolling dogs, chopping, sawing, axe throwing, dragster chainsaw, tree climbing and much more!

Football Free-For-All! – Wednesday, September 12 – 7 PM
Experience the thrill of football in a whole new way – derby style! Watch as “Tennessee” & “Florida” battle it out in our Action Sports arena. This family-friendly event is a fun way to get pumped for the upcoming SEC matchup on Sept 15. Wear your team colors and come out to support your team!

Texas Roadhouse: “How to Create Legendary Ribs” – Saturday, September 15 – 6 PM
Learn how they create their signature ribs! Free live cooking demonstration on our Culinary Arts Stage.

“Best of” Concessionaire Fair Food Contest - Friday, September 7 – (Judging will occur pre-Fair)
Ever wonder who has the best corn dog, funnel cake and candy apple at the fair? In 2012, we’ll showcase the best food the fair has to offer. Winning concessionaires will display a “Best of the Tennessee Valley Fair” banner.

Pink Day Hoe Down – Sunday, September 9 – 3 PM (Paint the Fair Pink Day)
Line dance to help stomp out breast cancer! Rock your best cowgirl/cowboy couture and boot scoot with the Texas Roadhouse line dance team! Donation requested to participate – all proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Knoxville Affiliate.. No sign-up required, just show up & boot scoot!

The 94th annual Tennessee Valley Fair is scheduled for September 6-15, 2013.

Tennessee Valley Fair
P.O. Box 6066
Knoxville, TN 37914
P: 865-215-1473

Website: http://www.tnvalleyfair.org

September 4-30, Art Market Gallery of Knoxville is pleased to present an exhibit of recent works by Mary Ann Valvoda of Loudon and Jen Hamilton of Knoxville.

Award-winning watercolorist Mary Ann Valvoda will be exhibiting a collection of her recent works. Mary Ann studied at the Cleveland Institute of Art and is a Signature Member of the Ohio and Tennessee Watercolor Societies as well at the Knoxville and Southern Watercolor Societies. In her more recent works, she is "excited about using pigments to flow across the paper, yet trying to maintain control of the final appearance of the painting." She has works in private collections throughout the US.

Artist Jen Hamilton creates her mixed media sculptures from recycled objects such as bicycle parts, dismantled electronics, colored wire and found scraps of metal and plastic. She says that she really enjoys "reusing objects from the the waste stream, and transforming them into objects of value and desire."

A First Friday Reception for the exhibit is planned for September 8th from 5:30-9 pm with complimentary refreshments and live music performed by violinist Elise Van Patten.

Member owned and operated by over 60 regional artists, Art Market Gallery is located a 422 South Gay Street in Knoxville next to the Downtown Grill & Brewery. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 11 am – 6 pm and Sunday 1-5 pm. For more information, call 865-525-5265, visit artmarketgallery.net or join us on facebook: facebook.com/Art.Market.Gallery

The District Gallery is pleased to present Equine Spirit, a collection of horse-inspired fine art and craft. The exhibit seeks to convey the essence of the horse through various media and includes the work of established gallery artists and introduces new artists to the gallery.

Current gallery artists were called to step beyond their comfort zone while embracing the equine theme. Artists who rose to this challenge include Donna Conliffe, Gary Dagnan, Ruth Koh, Jane Schmidt and others. Additionally, we are thrilled to introduce the work of veteran equine artists Dan Addington, Nan Jacobsohn, Mase Lucas and Rachael McCampbell.

A portion of the show proceeds will benefit Horse Haven of Tennessee, a nonprofit rescue operation for abused and neglected equine. For more information about Horse Haven of Tennessee, please visit their website at www.horsehaventn.org.

Equine Spirit will run September 4-29, with an artist reception Friday, Sept. 14 from 5:30-9 p.m. The reception will feature live music by the Dirty Dougs.
865-200-4452, 5113 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919.

An exhibit comprised of photographs by Diane Fox and collages by Deb Shmerler inspired by their travels.
Reception: Friday September 14, 2012 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Artists’ Talks at 6:30 p.m.

Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 2931 Kingston Pike
Gallery Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The Town of Farragut Arts Council presents Sherby Jones as the featured artist for September and October. Her work is on display in specially designed cases on the second floor of the rotunda in the Farragut Town Hall.

A University of Tennessee graduate, Jones has an extensive background in theatre and education. She has produced and directed many theatrical performances at venues such as the Clarence Brown Theatre and formed a drama club at Pellissippi State Technical Community College. She has served on the boards of many Knoxville organizations, including the Foothills Craft Guild and currently the Candoro Marble Museum. From 2002-07, Jones owned and operated the Mountain Laurel Gallery at The Candy Factory, later relocated to the Candoro Marble Museum. The gallery featured much of her work, as well as that of other local and regional artists and craftsmen. She considers her greatest artistic honor to have been in 1993 when her angel was chosen to top First Lady Hillary Clinton's Blue Room Christmas tree at the White House. As part of the Clinton's celebration of the Year of the American Craftsman, artists around the nation were encouraged to send angel themed decorations for the White House.

For more information about this exhibit or to access a Featured Artist of the Month application, please contact Lauren Cox at lauren.cox@townoffarragut.org or 966-7057 or visit www.townoffarragut.org (Departments, Parks & Leisure Services, Arts & Culture). The Farragut Town Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at 11408 Municipal Center Drive directly across from the Farragut Branch Post Office.

Friday 8/31
Silent Old Mountain
The Grits and Soul Band

Saturday 9/1
Grassroots Gringos WestWend

Monday 9/3
Jonny Monster Band

Tuesday 9/4
Water Liars
Emily Burdette

Wednesday 9/5
John Francis
Dustin Sellers

Thursday 9/6
Dead Tree String Band
Stephanie Day

Friday 9/7
Kenny Owens
Annabelle's Curse

Saturday 9/8
Chelle Rose
Shiny and the Spoon

Monday 9/10
Contraversial
Keegan McInroe

Tuesday 9/11
Phil Lee
Lachlan Bryan

Wednesday 9/12
Jessica Campbell and Heather Morgan
Old North State

Thursday 9/13
MilkDrive
As Girls Go

Friday 9/14
Jackstraw
Redeye

Saturday 9/15
The Fustics
Old Rusty Mandolin

12:00 noon at Knoxville Visitor Center, 301 South Gay St. 37902.