Calendar of Events

This exhibition is the first major U.S. one-person presentation of Evan Roth’s pioneering multi-faceted and interactive installations, custom software, prints, sculptures and websites. Roth, a self-professed “hacktivist” artist, is interested in uses of technology in popular culture and the urban environment. He inventively combines elements from the disparate worlds of computer programming and street culture. Evan Roth//Intellectual Property Donor offers a unique opportunity to understand the artist’s approach from analysis and archiving to experimentation through to the final—and in the artist’s mind— most important step, opening it up to the world for participation. Blurring the line between artist and hacker, the exhibition challenges gallery visitors to consider how everyday life intersects with virtual reality and how viral media can become fine art.

Evan Roth is an American artist based in Paris. His notable pieces include Graffiti Taxonomy, Multi Touch, EyeWriter, Internet Cache Portraits. He also collaborated with Jay-Z on the first open source rap video. Roth worked at the Eyebeam OpenLab, an open source creative technology lab for the public domain as a Research and Development Fellow from 2005 to 2006 and was a Senior Fellow there from 2006 to 2007. Evan Roth co-founded the Graffiti Research Lab in 2005 and the Free Art and Technology Lab (FAT Lab), an arts and free culture collective, in 2007. Born in 1978 in Okemos, Michigan, Roth currently lives in Paris with his wife and daughter where he maintains a studio and is represented by XPO Gallery.

Knoxville Museum of Art, 1050 World's Fair Park Dr, Knoxville, TN 37916. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10AM-5PM, Sunday, 1-5PM. Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org

Encore is proud to present one of the most riveting and popular dramas written in the last decade. “Doubt: a Parable” opens with a haunting question: "What do you do when you're not sure?" Written by John Patrick Shanley, this captivating drama captured both the Tony Award for Best Play and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2005.

Set in a Bronx Catholic school in 1964, “Doubt” concerns Father Flynn, an amiable new priest who believes the clergy should be thought of "as members of the family" to its congregation. His forward-thinking views immediately clash with those of Sister Aloysius - the authoritarian principal who favors discipline over compassion. The conflict mounts towards an explosive climax when Aloysius accuses Flynn of "interfering" with a student based on unproven evidence.

The production stars Linda High as Sister Aloysius. Linda was last seen with Encore as Violet in “Au-gust: Osage County.” High worked with many theatres in the Washington D.C. area, including the Signature and Arena Stage. She also toured Ireland twice in productions of “The Glass Menagerie” and “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” She is joined by Micah-Shane Brewer as Father Flynn. Brewer was last seen as George in Encore’s production of “Sunday in the Park with George” and has been in and directed numerous productions for Encore. For the past three years, Brewer was an actor with the Clarence Brown Theatre in Knoxville. Leah Winstead joins the cast as Sister James. Leah was last seen in “Into the Woods” and as the Ghost of Christmas Past in “A Christmas Carol.” Encore welcomes newcomer Tynesha Davis to the stage as Ms. Muller.

Mike Howard returns to work with Encore, but this time, as the director for the production. Audiences are familiar with his work onstage in shows like “Les Miserables,” “The Full Monty,” or “Cats.” “I’m very excited to bring this timely and profoundly important work to Morristown,” said Howard. “The incredible theatrical artistry and talent that abounds in the Lakeway area is deftly highlighted by John Patrick Shanley’s though provoking script. Audiences are definitely going to be treated to a transformative theatre experience.”

Performances of “Doubt” will run for two weekends only May 8-17 at the Judge William H. Inman Humanities Theatre located on the campus at Walters State Community College in Morristown. Evening performances are May 8, 9, 15, 16 at 8:00 p.m. with matinee performances on May 10, 16, 17 at 2:00 p.m. There is a special talkback session with the cast following the May 17 matinee. Tickets are available and can be purchased online at www.etcplays.org or by calling 423-318-8331.

At Imagination Forest with Terina R. Gillette.
Friday May 8, 6-8 PM; OR
Sunday May 10, 9:30 AM - 12 PM - Mother's Day Brunch and paint that includes coffee and muffins

Cost for each class is $35 and includes materials, canvas etc. Info: www.facebook.com/terinagillettefinearts or http://www.imaginationforest.com/classes.html

Welcome to Almost, Maine, a town that's so far north that it's almost not in the United States. It's almost in Canada. And it almost doesn't exist because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it's just...Almost.

At Clayton Center for the Arts: 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Tickets are available at the Clayton Center Box Office M-F 10AM-6PM or by phone or online: 865-981-8590, www.ClaytonArtsCenter.com

What happens in Vegas...all started with The Rat Pack. This spirited show recreates one of the famous "Summit at the Sands" nights when a swingin', ring-a-ding group known as "The Rat Pack" was creating hipster legend with a no-holds-barred nightclub act starring Vegas' four favorite sons: Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin and Joey Bishop. Produced by Dick Feeney, THE RAT PACK IS BACK features a hot, live 12-piece orchestra that sends audiences straight back to the coolest time in history. See why The Las Vegas Sun writes, "This is as close as anyone has come to capturing the feeling of the real thing," and the Chicago Tribute raves, "Classic comic material. Excellent!"

Tennessee Theatre, 604 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. For information/tickets: 865-684-1200, www.tennesseetheatre.com, www.ticketmaster.com

What are we up to in May? April has been a great month for us so far and we're so glad that many of you have come out to paint with us. We've had some of our biggest classes yet, a very successful fundraiser for the Leukemia Society, and we had a huge turnout at the Dogwoods Arts Festival despite the rain. We want to do so much more in our May classes and we're proud to bring you some new artists, new paintings and some new venues as well! Make sure you come out to paint with us! Life's too short for blank walls!

White Lightning
Mon, 5/4/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Calhoun's - MARYVILLE - 751 Watkins Road, Maryville, TN 37801

Starry Night in Knoxville
Mon, 5/11/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Carolina Ale House - 9045 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923

Eiffel Tower at Night
Tue, 5/12/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Mimi's Cafe - 10945 Parkside Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922

Cumberland Gap
Wed, 5/13/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Calhoun's - Pigeon Forge - 2532 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

Henley Street Bridge
Tue, 5/19/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Calhoun's - Turkey Creek - 625 Turkey Cove Ln, Knoxville, TN 37934

Love Marquee (or is it VOLS?!?)
Wed, 5/20/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Crown and Goose - 123 S. Central St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Reflections of Love
Sun, 5/24/2015, 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Mind Yer P's & Q's - Farragut - 12744 Kingston Pike Suite 104, Knoxville, TN 37934

Hometown Pride
Mon, 5/25/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Hurricane Grill & Wings - 319 Lovell Rd, Knoxville, TN 37934

Tennessee Theater at Night
Tue, 5/26/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Uncorked - 18-20 Market Square, Knoxville, TN 37902

Butterfly Song
Thu, 5/28/2015, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Original Copper Cellar - 1807 Cumberland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916

- Special Offers and Notices for May-
• We are offering a special promotion for brides-to-be! If you book a Private Bridal Event with us, be it a bridal shower, bachelorette party or a "last" girls night out to celebrate, the bride gets her seat for free! Call us for details on our Private Events at 865-356-9179 and let's get you booked as dates are filling up fast!
• Take a selfie with the "Splatmobile" - If you see our vehicle around town take a selfie with it! When you post it on Facebook and tag us, we'll give you a code for 20% off your next public class!
• Come paint with us for free at one of our demonstration classes on May 9th! We'll be at World's Fair Park during the "Relay for Life" event!

Wine & Canvas: Knoxville, TN, 865-356-9179, http://www.wineandcanvas.com/knoxville-tn.html

Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM and Wednesdays 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

The Market Square Farmers’ Market is an open-air farmers’ market located on Market Square in the heart of downtown Knoxville and is celebrating its 12th season this year. The MSFM is a producer only market; everything is either made or grown by the vendor in our East Tennessee region. Products vary by the season and include ornamental plants, produce, dairy, eggs, honey, herbs, meat, baked goods, jams/jellies, coffee, & artisan crafts. With interactive fountains, delicious local food and entertainment, as well as tasty lunch options from some of Knoxville’s best food trucks, the MSFM is a perfect family destination.

In addition to locally-grown produce, local food products, handmade crafts, nursery plants, and mobile food trucks, shoppers at the 2015 Market Square Farmers’ Market will also find:

“VEGGIE VALET” SERVICE: Shoppers are invited to drop off their market purchases with a volunteer at the Wall Avenue info booth while they bring their vehicle around to pick up.

DOG-FREE ZONES: Due to health and safety concerns for shoppers, vendors, and pets, pets are prohibited in the aisle between vendors on Market Square and Market Street.

2015-2016 EAST TENNESSEE LOCAL FOOD GUIDE: Copies of the 2015-2016 edition of the East Tennessee Local Food Guide will be available at the Market Square Farmers’ Market information booth on the corner of Union and Market.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2015 Market Square Farmers’ Market!

Location: Market Square Knoxville, TN 37902. http://marketsquarefarmersmarket.org/

May 02, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 02, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Nature Center
May 02, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 09, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 09, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Nature Center
May 09, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 16, 2015 PUBLIC PROGRAM: Wagging Walk
May 16, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 16, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Nature Center
May 16, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 23, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 23, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Nature Center
May 23, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 30, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature
May 30, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Nature Center
May 30, 2015 ANIMAL PROGRAM: Ijams Creature Feature

Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. Hours: Grounds and trails open during daylight hours. Call for Visitor Center hours. Information: 865-577-4717, www.ijams.org

Save the date! The Appalachian Arts Craft Center in Norris will hold its Plant Sale on May 2. Details TBA.

The Appalachian Arts Craft Center is a nonprofit center that has been fulfilling its mission by promoting traditional artists and crafts in the East Tennessee area for over 40 years. The center is located at 2716 Andersonville Highway 61 in Norris, Tenn., one mile east of I-75 north at Exit 122. For more information, call 865-494-9854, or visit our web site, www.appalachianarts.net.

Two receptions: May 1, 5-9 PM at the UT Downtown Gallery and June 5, 5-9PM at the UT Downtown Gallery

Richard J. LeFevre’s Civil War Series presents the history of the War Between the States (1861 – 1865) through works on paper that depict 32 of the war’s most significant battles. By combining his love of history and his skill as an illustrator, LeFevre used inventive mixed-media techniques to create these powerful images inspired by his personal investigation into that terrible and definitive era. He sought to authenticate the audience experience by incorporating images from period publications such as Harper’s Weekly and Leslie’s Illustrated. Century-old woodcut engravings, made from sketches by Civil War artists who were present at the battles, were flash-framed onto paper with a copier. They were further manipulated with watercolor, pencil, and collage techniques. Some contain photographic tintype images of prominent battle figures. The Civil War Series, which took LeFevre four years to complete, portrays the Civil War without bias toward the Union or the Confederacy.

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! UT Downtown Gallery, 106 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Wednesday-Friday: 11AM - 6PM, Saturday: 10AM - 3PM. Information: 865-673-0802, http://web.utk.edu/~downtown

Recent works by Inna Nasonova Knox and Mary Saylor, both of Knoxville, will be on display during the month of May at the Art Market Gallery. An opening reception for the featured artists will be held during Downtown Knoxville’s monthly First Friday Art Walk, beginning at 5:30 p.m. May 1. There will be complimentary refreshments and live music performed by "Poiesis", with Kelvin Walters on the alto saxophone and Jeremy Wright on guitar.

Inna Nasonova Knox was born in in Kazan Russia, and came to the United States in 2000. She now is a dual citizen. Her educational training in Russia includes fashion design, graduating with honors in interior design and, in the United States a degree in graphic technology design at Gateway Technical College in Racine, WI. During her years of studies she has shown and sold her work at numerous art galleries and exhibitions. Nasonova Knox creates her images with a vivid and rich use of color. Drawing on a fascination with new art ideas and her varied educational background, Inna likes to use different oil painting techniques and styles. Her wish is that the viewer's eye sees the dramatic hues and feels her passion for art.

Mary Saylor has created art for as long as she can remember and grew up in a household with artistic parents. Born in Eastern Kentucky and raised in Columbus, Ohio, she earned a BFA from Ohio University and taught art in middle school for some time. She worked in a variety of media and materials through the years, but this now-full-time health professional recently has focused on creating unique paper mache sculptures from found and recycled objects. A love and appreciation of all animals serves as her primary inspiration for these whimsical creatures which often are imbued with humor and warmth. As Saylor's sculptures transform from rough to finished painted pieces, each comes to life with its own story to tell.

Art Market Gallery, 422 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11AM-6PM, Sunday 1-5PM. Information: 865-525-5265, www.artmarketgallery.net

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present the International Biscuit Festival Art Exhibition, a new exhibition “about the biscuit” and featuring works in a variety of 2-D and 3-D media, completed within the past two years, by artists 18 years and older from across the United States. All works are for sale. A public reception will take place on Friday, May 1, 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 First Friday reception also features a flamenco dance performance by Pasión Flamenco from 6:00-6:30 PM in the Black Box Theatre and a Jazz Jam Session from 7:00-8:45 PM in the Black Box Theatre. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres will be available and chocolate fondue will be provided by the Melting Pot of Knoxville.

The International Biscuit Festival Art Exhibition occurs in celebration with the Festival itself, which celebrates that most perfect of foods – the Biscuit – and takes place May 14-16 in Knoxville. The Festival draws over 20,000 biscuit lovers to downtown Knoxville each year and was selected the #1 Food Festival in the U.S by Livability.com. The event has been featured in Southern Living, Garden and Gun, the New Yorker, the New York Post, as well as on CNN. For more information about the International Biscuit Festival, go to www.biscuitfest.com.

Jurors for the 2015 exhibition included Preston Farabow of Aespyre Metal Design at Ironwood Studios in Knoxville and Claire Stigliani, associate professor of Drawing & Painting at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.

The International Biscuit Festival Art Exhibition is on display May 1-30, 2015 at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, downtown Knoxville. Exhibition hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Saturday, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Additional special hours are posted at www.theemporiumcenter.com/visit.html. For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543, or visit the Web site at www.knoxalliance.com.