Calendar of Events

ENCORE, an exhibition of the work of 11 graduates from the University of Tennessee School of Art living in Nashville, TN opens Friday, July 15. Exhibiting artists are: Jodi Hays, Rob Matthews, Sterling Goller-Brown, Brandon Donahue, Briena Harmening, Jonathan Lisenby, Mary Addison Hackett, David King, Lakesha Moore, Lain York, and Terry Thacker.

Closing Reception to be held on Sunday, August 28th 1:00-4:00 pm - Artists will be present

Summer Hours (through Tuesday, August 16): Tues, Thurs & Fri - 12-5 PM

School Hours (starting Wednesday, August 17): Mon-Fri - 10 AM - 5 PM

Ewing Gallery, 1715 Volunteer Blvd on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Information: 865-974-3200, www.ewing-gallery.utk.edu

Knoxville Children’s Theatre will present “Legally Blonde: The Musical, Jr.,” a version of the hit Broadway musical specially adapted for children and families, and based on the popular MGM film. The play will be performed July 15 - 31, Thursdays and Fridays at 7 PM; Saturdays at 1 PM and 5 PM; Sundays at 3 PM.

Harvard's beloved blonde takes the stage by glittery pink storm! “Legally Blonde:The Musical, Jr.” follows Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's high school boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she's not "serious" enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands. As Elle begins outsmarting her peers, she realizes that law may be her natural calling after all. Songs from the junior version include “Serious,” “Bend And Snap,” “Daughter of Delta Nu,” “Chip On My Shoulder,” “Omigod You Guys,” and “Legally Blonde.” The play is performed by 21 talented young actors, from ages 12 to 17. The play is directed by KCT Academy Director Dennis E. Perkins. Paul Jones serves as Musical Director.

Knoxville Children's Theatre, 109 E. Churchwell Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-208-3677, www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com.

The Knoxville Museum of Art presents a powerful exhibition by the Central High School National Art Honor Society students to bring awareness of the problem of human trafficking. The exhibition contains 15 artworks created under the instruction of teachers Phyllis Ball and Val Sigmon. The exhibition runs through July 31 and then moves to the Knox County Schools Office at the Andrew Johnson Building.

Human Trafficking is the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring or receipt of persons, by means of the threat or use of force or other forms of coercion, of abduction, of fraud, of deception, of the abuse of power or of a position of vulnerability or of the giving or receiving of payments or benefits to achieve the consent of a person having control over another person, for the purpose of exploitation. Exploitation shall include, at a minimum, the exploitation of the prostitution of others or other forms of sexual exploitation, forced labor or services, slavery or practices similar to slavery, servitude or the removal of organs. Cases of human trafficking have been reported in all 50 U.S. States. Almost every country in the world is affected by trafficking, whether as a country of origin, transit or destination for victims. Human trafficking is the third largest international crime industry (behind illegal drugs and arms trafficking). National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888

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

Summer 2016 stage production of Big River directed by Leann Dickson. The Tony-Award Winning, Broadway musical based on Mark Twain’s classic novel will be performed: July 15th @ 7:30 p.m., July 16th @ 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., & July 17th @ 3:00 p.m.

Twain’s timeless classic sweeps us down the Mississippi as Huck discovers that Jim, a runaway slave, is a true friend. Huck has a pure heart, but because of his culture where slavery is the norm, he has an ill-trained conscience. In the struggle between his heart and conscience, Husk’s pure heart prevails. Propelled by an award-winning score from Roger Miller, the “King of the Road,” Huck’s journey toward enlightenment provides a brilliantly theatrical celebration, carrying a strong message which is anti-slavery and anti-racism. (Suggested for ages 12+)

TICKETS: Adults - $21.50; Seniors/Students - $17.50; Groups of 12 or more - $15.50 (arranged in advance by calling 865.684.1200). Tickets available online at www.wordplayers.org, www.knoxbijou.com and at the door.

At the Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-539-2490.

There's something for everyone in the 18th Annual Summer Movie Magic lineup! Travel back in time with us and see these American classics as they should be: in a historic theater, with a bag of popcorn in your lap, and a cold drink in your hand. Come experience some of your favorite classics! Organists Bill Snyder and Freddie Brabson will play the Mighty Wurlitzer organ before each film.

From the imagination of Steven Spielberg, The Goonies plunges a band of small heroes into a swashbuckling, surprise-around-every-corner quest beyond their wildest dreams! Following a mysterious treasure map into a spectacular underground realm of twisting passages, outrageous booby-traps and a long-lost pirate ship full of golden doubloons, the kids race to stay one step ahead of a family of bumbling bad guys ... and a mild-mannered monster with a face only a mother could love. A family adventure classic from start to buccaneering finish,The Goonies is a cinematic treasure trove of breathtaking action, dazzling effects and shiver-yer-timbers thrills.

15 Jul, 2016 at 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 PM)
17 Jul, 2016 at 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 PM)

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

Lawn Chair Concert Series returns on July 15.
The Lawn Chair Concert Series is a community driven three-part music series in Farragut. Organizers strive to bring a small piece of the big city music scene into the heart of our community, while staying true to its small town roots.

July 15, Founders Park at Campbell Station will be filled with local music, art, food, lawn chairs, and good ole fashioned family fun.

The Lawn Chair Concert Series is a place for family and friends to relax and enjoy music & community. Guests may bring a picnic or enjoy the food offerings on site. The shows are free to our community.

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Go back to the 50s and 60s with an evening with Elvis! Don't miss an evening with Elvis (Chuck Ayers, Charlotte, NC), Mayberry's Barney Fife and Company, Doo Wop sounds from the Four Dots and a Dash recordings, food, dancing, and silent auction make it a grand evening to benefit the Knox County Museum of Education. Go back in time to American Bandstand, Ed Sullivan, Steve Allen, black and white TV, News Reels, muscle cars, leather jackets, bobby socks and saddle oxfords. Laugh with Barney and the good times with Mayberry's cast of unforgetable characters; buy a bargain at the Silent Auction and enjoy Sock Hop Food from the Doo Wop Diner available at the show.

At 801 Tipton Ave, Knoxville, TN 37920. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-go-back-to-the-hop-ii-tickets-17289697952

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center announces "Music in the Round"
with A Cowgirl, A Diva and A Shameless Hussy, also known as Becky Hobbs, Benita Hill and Kacey Jones.
A fundraiser benefiting the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center.

Friday July 15th at 5:30 pm at The Barn Event Center, 7264 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN (865) 448-3812 .

Please join us for an evening of music, storytelling, friends and wonderful food; all to benefit the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center.

Please call, 865.448.0044, for tickets; $75 per guest.

Our Singer / Songwriters:
Becky Hobbs, a citizen of the Cherokee Nation, is a direct descendant of Nancy Ward, a Cherokee Indian noted for her powerful positions with in the Cherokee clans. Becky is a gifted songwriter, as well as a captivating entertainer. On stage, she plays some rockin' keys, yet can rope you in like an Oklahoma cowgirl with her from-the-heart ballads. Becky's songs have been recorded by Alabama, Conway Twitty ("I Want to Know You Before We Make Love" went to #1), George Jones, Loretta Lynn and many others. She is the co-writer for Alabama's hit song, 'Angels Among Us', which has been used by many charities throughout the world, including St Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Benita Hill, is a creative mentor for the Nashville Songwriters Association International. She moved to Nashville in 1979 to be closer to the community and to develop her songwriting abilities. Benita worked as a background singer for the likes of Waylon Jennings, Charlie Daniels and Ben Folds before moving on to her own, more jazz-oriented shows and began seriously honing her songwriting skills. She has also written songs for Crystal Gayle and Garth Brooks, including the #1 single, 'Two Pina Coladas'.

Kacey Jones, has been favorably reviewed in People Magazine, USA Today, Music Connection and Country Weekly to name a few. Her videos have aired nationally on GAC & CMT television and she's been Garrison Keillor's guest on "A Prairie Home Companion" on National Public Radio. Her original songs have been recorded by David Allan Coe, Mickey Gilley, Cledus T. Judd and Ethel and the The Shameless Hussies. As a music publisher, she has enjoyed Platinum and Gold success with cuts by Ray Stevens and John Michael Montgomery.

The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center is 501 c3 Museum and Cultural Center. The Heritage Center is open Monday thru Saturday 10 am - 5 pm and on Sunday 12 noon to 5 pm. Admission is free for Heritage Center members, Adults $7.00 ,Seniors 60 plus and children ages 6 - 17 $5.00, children 5 and under are free. Closed Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center is a not for profit museum
and is located between the traffic light and the national park entrance,
on scenic Highway 73.

For more information, please call 865-448-0044

Wine and hors d’oeuvres, 108 Gay Street
Store opens at 10:00 AM!
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The Tennessee Stage Company presents its 26th Anniversary summer Shakespeare Festival, featuring the comedy Merry Wives of Windsor and the tragedy King Lear, alternating Thursday to Sunday evenings at 7:00 PM on the Market Square Stage. Shakespeare on the Square annually features two of the magnificent plays of Williams Shakespeare, comedies, tragedies and histories, rotated nightly outdoors on Market Square in the heart of downtown Knoxville. A blanket or a lawn chair is all you need to view these performances. While we perform with no admission charge for general seating, we do appreciate your donations – we pass a basket nightly and we suggest a $10 donation per person. Special VIP seating is available on the Square for $15. The indoor matinees (Sunday, July 24 & 31, 2:00 PM) at the Scruffy City Hall are $10. One additional performance on July 25 at 6:30 PM takes place at the Blount County Public Library.

Merry Wives of Windsor Features one of Shakespeare’s funniest and most unique characters, the dissolute knight Sir John Falstaff. This play was purportedly written at the command of Queen Elizabeth who demanded that Shakespeare write a play showing “Falstaff in love!” In what may be the original sitcom, Falstaff attempts to court two women at the same time behind their husbands backs, but the fat knight is no match for our fiery heroines who give him his comeuppance. “Let us everyone go home, and laugh this sport o’re by a country fire.”
July 14, 16, 22, 24, 28, 30, Aug. 5, 7, 11, 13 - 7:00 pm nightly outdoors on Market Square

King Lear of Britain, aging and weary from his years of rule decides to divide his kingdom among his three daughters and lay down the burden of governing. But when his youngest daughter, Cordelia, does not show the obsequiousness he sought he grows furious and turns his back on her, dividing her portion between his two older daughters, Regan and Goneril. He only slowly realizes - and too late - these two daughters were not sincere in their protestations of undying adoration and that love is found in actions, not in words. “How sharper than a serpent’s tooth it is to have a thankless child.”
July 15, 17, 21, 23, 29, 31, Aug. 4, 6, 12, 14 - 7:00 pm nightly outdoors on Market Square

King Lear is directed by Julianna Sanderson and Merry Wives of Windsor is directed by Jennifer Alldredge and Tom Parkhill.

Shakespeare on the Square productions are performed on a rough replica of the new Globe Theatre in London (a reconstruction of Shakespeare’s original theater). The plays are presented in the timeless style of Elizabethan theatrical presentations. The Tennessee Stage Company encourages our audiences to spend an evening on the Square: do a little shopping, have a nice dinner, see the play and maybe stop by a pub afterward. All of this and more is available on Market Square nightly. So come early and see the Square! Tennessee Stage Company: 865-546-4280, www.tennesseestage.com

Community Television of Knoxville is pleased to announce our 2016 Summer Animation Workshop. This is an intense week of motion picture making! Participants will learn the basics of stop-motion, cut and paste, hand drawn, claymation and other types of animation. They will complete a series of short animations with the opportunity to storyboard and create their own animated vignette!

Participants must come prepared to work. It should be noted that one second of animation is created using twenty four still images. Animation is extremely time consuming and the very nature of this process involves work. If the student views long periods of time cutting, molding, drawing, and other necessary steps as daunting, this may not be a workshop for them. On the other hand, if the student sees the reward in the final product of this type of creation, then this is a perfect workshop for them!

The 5-day workshop will be offered three times this summer. Lunch is included. A $25 Materials Fee must be paid for each participant. Space is limited to 8 students per session.

July 11-15 (Grades 9 – 12; Mon-Fri, 9 am sharp – 3 pm sharp)

Space is limited! Register today at ctvknox.org/animation/

Tevye, an affable dairyman, must cope with the strong wills of his three eldest daughters - each of whom wish to defy tradition and marry for love – while also attempting to maintain his family’s culture and faith as outside influences of Tsarist Russia encroach upon his little village. Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this show is a staple of musical theatre, cutting across barriers of race, class, nationality, and religion.

Showtimes
Fri Jul 8, 2016 | 8:00PM
Sat Jul 9, 2016 | 8:00PM
Thu Jul 14, 2016 | 8:00PM
Fri Jul 15, 2016 | 8:00PM
Sat Jul 16, 2016 | 8:00PM
Sun Jul 17, 2016 | 2:00PM
Fri Jul 22, 2016 | 8:00PM
Sat Jul 23, 2016 | 8:00PM
Sun Jul 24, 2016 | 2:00PM

Oak Ridge Playhouse, 227 Broadway, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Information and tickets: 865-482-9999, www.orplayhouse.com