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The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present four new exhibitions. A public reception will take place on Friday, May 6, from 5:00-9:00 PM to which the public is invited to meet the artists and view the artwork.

Small Plates: A Response to Hunger (on display Friday, May 6 ONLY) in the Balcony
Curated by R.L. Gibson for www.artandartdeadlines.com and featuring physical, spiritual, political, emotional and creative views on hunger from artists residing in California, New Jersey and Russia, and more images from artists closer to home, including Tennessee. The work will be exhibited unadorned, unframed and at the approximate size of a small plate. Food is the perfect inspirational metaphor for feeding the creative self. The demeaning cutesiness of the bohemian “starving artist” image numbs us to the real struggle of hunger and starvation worldwide. Starvation, in a literal way, robs humanity of being human and ends even the possibility of a creative self.

This exhibition and others are on display at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, in downtown Knoxville. Exhibition hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday, May 15, 3:30-6:30 PM. For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543, or visit the Web site at www.knoxalliance.com.

The work of Evelyn Forester nods to art history, knowing full-well that what she makes has been made. It is important for her to note the fact that painting as a true art form is a dead religion that had its place in time and its extremely important role in the progression of humankind’s emotion, thought, politics, and aesthetics. Her paintings continue only in the tradition of the aesthetic where her emotion is transferred to a surface as a way to negotiate past traumatic experiences.

This group of paintings explores a longing to be someplace else with someone else. She invites you to take what is her reflected trauma and experience it in a lifted light. Don’t prod deep for meaning. There will be none found.

“To expect too much is to have a sentimental view of life and this is a softness that ends in bitterness.” - Flannery O’Connor

Evelyn Forester stopped making paintings in 2013 when she moved to the Florida Panhandle to spend time her great aunt. The one person in her family who Evelyn had tolerance for encouraged her to look just a bit beyond her constant self-pity and think outwardly. This three year instruction worked just a little. It was enough to persuade Evelyn to produce the work you are viewing now. She currently resides in Knoxville, TN with her black pit bull terrier - Gretta Lou.

The Central Collective, 923 N. Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-236-1590, info@thecentralcollective.com, www.thecentralcollective.com
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We’ll be presenting a real rarity: a widescreen, Technicolor print of A Man Called Peter (1955). One of the very best films ever made about a clergyman, A Man Called Peter was filmed in CinemaScope and DeLuxe color. Unfortunately, it came to be discovered that DeLuxe color faded over time – but this has never been case with Technicolor. Luckily, some of the orignal16mm prints of A Man Called Peter were processed in Technicolor – and what you will be viewing in May is unequivocally the most sparkling, flawless rendition of the movie now existing!

A Man Called Peter is beautifully executed on every level. It tells the true story of Peter Marshall, the young Scottish Presbyterian minister who, in January 1947, was appointed chaplain of the United States Senate. His screen biography is based on the mega-bestseller of the same name, written by his wife Catherine. Catherine had met Marshall in the mid-1930s, during his tenure as pastor of Atlanta's Westminster Presbyterian Church. A Man Called Peter is their love story – and so much more. It is a heartrending and inspirationally uplifting tale of a man of God, set forth in a low-key, totally natural way. Peter Marshall is played to stirring effect by Richard Todd. Jean Peters is Catherine, and she delivers her finest performance in this, her last feature film. Exquisitely acted, written and directed, A Man Called Peter made virtually every ten-best list of 1955.

The Club meets at the clubhouse of the Windover Apartments. Turn onto Cheshire Drive (off Kingston Pike, near the Olive Garden); going down Cheshire, turn right at the Windover Apartments sign, then go to the third parking lot on your right, next to the pool. There, the building that houses the clubhouse and offices of the Windover will be just a few steps away! Info: CresthillCinema@aol.com

This Friday evening reception serves as the official kickoff event prior to Vestival 2016. Visitors will be delighted by the birthday theme featuring balloons and birthday cake to collaborate with the 225th Birthday of Knoxville, Tennessee. The Friday night May 6th reception features historic images of Knoxville from the local and much-beloved Thompson Photo Collection paired side by side with nowaday scenes captured by photojournalist Saul Young.

"Then and Now” is the theme of the 16th Annual Vestival, South Knoxville Arts and Heritage Festival, sponsored by Candoro Arts & Heritage Center, which will be held Saturday, May 7, 11 am to 7 pm on the grounds of Knoxville’s Historic Candoro Marble Building off Martin Mill Pike in the historic neighborhood of Vestal.

4450 Candora Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37920. Info: 865-640-5700, http://candoromarble.org/

Nostalgia on McCalla will be hosting a First Friday event! Join us for a day after Cinco de Mayo party with taco bar and beverages. During the festivities the Nostalgic Nights Outdoor Market will be open. Shop local artisans, vintage, retro, industrial, repurposed, shabby chic, and antique booths.

Nostalgia on McCalla has over 11,000 square feet of fabulous vintage. Shop mid-century modern, retro, and handmade local items. Nostalgia on McCalla is located at 1401 McCalla Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915. For questions about First Friday call 865-622-3252.

Peace Officer is a documentary about the increasingly militarized state of American police as told through the story of “Dub” Lawrence, a former sheriff who established and trained his rural state's first SWAT team only to see that same unit kill his son-in-law in a controversial standoff 30 years. www.pbs.org/indielenspopup

At the Birdhouse, 800 N 4th Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: http://birdhouseknoxville.com, birdhouseknoxvillegallery@gmail.com

The Knoxville Stomp, May 5-8, 2016, is a live celebration of recordings made by local and regional artists in the summer of 1929 and spring of 1930, when the Chicago-based Brunswick record company came to Knoxville. They installed a studio in the St. James Hotel, which stood at the north end of Market Square, near where the TVA Towers stand today. Those sessions, many of which have been lost for years, are being released this spring in a boxed set called Knox County Stomp: The Knoxville Sessions 1929-1930 by the prestigious German label Bear Family Records. The Knoxville Stomp will be one-of-a-kind weekend, bringing a diverse array of musicians, writers, scholars and collectors together!

The Knoxville Sessions produced 101 commercially released tracks, featuring both African-American and white artists in a range of genres – gospel, string bands, blues, jazz. Collectively, they provide a panoramic view of Southern Appalachian music and culture on the cusp of the Great Depression.

The Knoxville Stomp festival will feature live performances of many of the historic tracks, along with other music from the era, panel discussions, film screenings, a 78rpm record collector show, and more. The Stomp will take place in venues throughout downtown Knoxville, including Market Square, the Bijou Theatre, the East Tennessee History Center and Boyd’s Jig and Reel among others. Most Stomp events will be free and open to the public, with tickets for a select few events going on sale February 25 at www.knoxstomp.com.

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Reception on First Friday, May 6, 5:30-9 PM with music by The Accidentals.

Members of the Art Market Gallery who are also members of the Tennessee Watercolor Society (TNWS) will be our featured artists for the month of May. This in conjunction with the TNWS bi-annual show which will be held at the Emporium 100 North Gay St. from May 13 - June 27. Those members include Lil Clinard, Genie Even, Harriet Howell, Kate McCullough, and Brenda Mills.

The Art Market Gallery is a unique gallery in Knoxville because it is owned and operated by more than 60 of the best professional artists in our regional area. The gallery is wheelchair accessible. Parking is in the abutting garage and on the street and is free on weekends and after 6 p.m. weekdays.

Art Market Gallery, 422 S. Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Tu-Th & Sa 11-6, Fri 11-9, Su 1-6. Information: 865-525-5265, www.artmarketgallery.net or www.Facebook.com/Art.Market.Gallery

INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWCASE: FORM+FUNCTION=GOOD DESIGN
BAGWELL CENTER LOBBY, FIRST FLOOR AND GALLERY
OPENING NIGHT EVENT – TUESDAY, MAY 3 – 6:30 – 8 P.M. IN THE BAGWELL CENTER

This exhibit showcases the work of Pellissippi State’s Interior Design Technology students.

The exhibit is free. Hardin Valley Campus of Pellissippi State: 10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN 37932. Bagwell Center Gallery hours: M-F 10-6:30. Information: 865-694-6405, www.pstcc.edu/arts

Maryville College fine art majors will be hosting a group show to present their thesis artwork in both two and three dimensional mediums. The gallery will be open to the public in Clayton A and B with a reception for the show on May 13 from 6-8pm.

Exhibiting artists include Brian Reid, Abigail Swabe, Ariana Hansen, Helena Hofmeyer-Lancaster, Jackie Sue Fowler, James Troutman, Joshua Lindamood, Kristien Scott, Kira Chambers, Matt Davis, Minh Hoang.

502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Information: 865-981-8590, www.ClaytonArtsCenter.com

Does the best man always get to the White House? Encore Theatrical Company is inviting audiences to find out when it premieres the second show of its tenth anniversary season, Gore Vidal’s “The Best Man.” This political comedy will open on Friday, April 29 for two weekends only at Walters State Community College in Morristown. The plot of “The Best Man” follows two Presidential candidates in their quest for the White House. William Russell, the ex-Secretary of State, is a wit and scholar with high liberal principles, beloved of the eggheads and suspected by practical politicians. Joseph Cantwell is a ruthless and hard-driving young man, a dirty fighter who will let no scruples stand in the way of his ambitions. And Arthur Hockstader is an ex-President, determined to have the final say in the selection of his party's candidate, and enjoying keeping the candidates guessing whom he will endorse.

“The Best Man” features a cast of 17 actors from around the region. The two presidential candidates are Drew Wilder (making his Encore debut) as Secretary William Russell, along with Bill Conklin as Senator Joseph Cantwell. Performances are scheduled for two weekends only, April 29 through May 8. Evening performances are April 29, 30, May 6, and 7 at 8pm with matinees on May 1, 7, and 8 at 2pm. Tickets are now on sale, and can be purchased online at www.etcplays.org or by calling 423-318-8331.

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is exhibiting works by its staff members – Jeda Barr, Nick DeFord, Kelly Sullivan, Vickie Bradshaw, Bill Griffith, Kelly Hider, Jennifer Blackburn, Ernie Schultz, Heather Ashworth, Laura Tuttle, Bob Biddlestone and Jason Burnett. Although Arrowmont staff members are not required to have a background in art – many are makers, craftspeople and artists. Arrowmont is proud to showcase works by its talented staff, demonstrating their passion and support for the arts and crafts community.

The exhibit showcases work in a range of media including paper, ceramics, woodworking, drawing, bookmaking, quilting and collage. The exhibit is on view in the Geoffrey A. Wolpert Gallery. Admission is free and the community is encouraged to attend with their friends and family.

Gallery hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm and Saturday 10am - 4pm. Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Information: 865-436-5860, www.arrowmont.org