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Sculptures created by 11 University of Tennessee art students that incorporate materials provided by steel recycler Gerdau will be on public display April 6-19 at the Knoxville Convention Center.

“The Art of Recycling” sculpture exhibition celebrates April’s National Recycling Month and is a partnership among Gerdau, Dogwood Arts and the University of Tennessee Sculpture Program. The artworks will be unveiled in a public ceremony Thursday, April 6, at 10 a.m.

Dogwood Arts, 123 W. Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-637-4561, www.dogwoodarts.com

Sculptures created by 11 University of Tennessee art students that incorporate materials provided by steel recycler Gerdau have been unveiled and are on public display through April 19 at the Knoxville Convention Center. “The Art of Recycling” sculpture exhibition celebrates April’s National Recycling Month and is a partnership among Gerdau, Dogwood Arts and the University of Tennessee Sculpture Program.

In January, Gerdau’s Knoxville steel mill opened its scrap yard to the students, along with UT associate professor Jason Brown, visiting lecturer Jessica Ann and 3D area technician Erin Tucker. The students selected 4,860 pounds of discarded metal and steel, provided free of charge by Gerdau, and gained inspiration for new works of art.

“Most people don’t realize how ‘green’ our business really is,” said Johnny Miller, vice president and general manager of Gerdau’s steel mill in Knoxville. “This project provides an excellent opportunity to support these students and the arts, celebrate National Recycling Month and educate the public about our business.”

Students at the dig were enthusiastic about the project and grateful for the opportunity. "To create something of beauty and purpose from what many would consider to be ugly waste is an exciting prospect,” art student Thomas Colabella said. This marks the third year the partnership has culminated in a public art exhibition, and the Knoxville Convention Center remains an enthusiastic supporter of the project.

Participating UT students include Colabella, Reid Arrowood, Mary Badillo, Zachary Edwards, Mary Hallman, Holly Kelly, Otis Kennedy, Elena Lee, Cara McKinley, Hannah Shimabukuro and Drew Shorter.

Around the world, Gerdau transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year. The company’s Knoxville mill recycles discarded steel into reinforcing bar, which is used to support concrete in new bridges, buildings and other structures.

Directed by Robert Harrison; details coming soon!

Lyric Theatre: 320 Grove Street, Loudon, TN 37774. Information: 865-458-9020, http://www.lyrictheatrecompany.org/

Presented by Concord Christian School Theatre Arts - Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she’s the girl with the enchanting voice.

April 6-7 at 7 PM, April 8 at 3 PM. Tickets $12 at the door or online at http://www.concordchristianschool.org/creativity/the-little-mermaid.cfm. Concord Christian School, 11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934.

THE FLYING KARAMAZOV BROTHERS, described as ‘multi-faceted new-vaudevillians at the apex of their ambidextrous and alliterative ability.’ The self-proclaimed eccentric lunatics spice things up with a zany showcase filled with laugh-out-loud comedy, wild theatrics, arcane errata, and astonishing juggling feats.

Clayton Center for the Arts: 502 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804. Information/tickets: 865-981-8590, www.ClaytonArtsCenter.com

Lenten Concert Thursday, April 6, 2017, at 7:30 p.m.
featuring the Knoxville Symphony Chamber Orchestra
Dr. Jee Miller, conductor. Joe Miller is conductor of the world famous Westminster Choir and a former Church Street singer.

Requiem by Maurice Duruflé
• Church Street Parish Adult Choir
• Daniel Webb, Baritone

Laudate Pueri by Antonio Vivaldi
• Jami Rogers Anderson, soprano

Church Street United Methodist Church
900 Henley at Main, Knoxville, TN 37902
865.524.3048 www.churchstreetunc.org

Enjoy a little bit of everything — from Baroque to modern music, with selections performed by Pellissippi State’s Brass, Percussion and Guitar ensembles, as well as the Studio Orchestra. Free and open to the public!

In the Clayton Performing Arts Center. Hardin Valley Campus of Pellissippi State: 10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN 37932. Information: 865-694-6405, www.pstcc.edu/arts

In room 109, A+A Building

Ewing Gallery, 1715 Volunteer Blvd on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Ewing Gallery Hours: M-W and Fri: 10-5, Thu 10-7, Sun 1-4. Information: 865-974-3200, www.ewing-gallery.utk.edu

I LOVE THE 90’S
APR 06, 2017 KNOXVILLE CIVIC COLISEUM
I Love the 90's at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum on April 6 with Salt N Pepa, All 4 One, Color Me Badd, Coolio,Tone Loc, Rob Base and Young MC.

Tickets may be purchased at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium-Coliseum Box Office, or through Knoxville Tickets: Charge by Phone (865) 656-4444 or toll free (877) 995-9961, www.knoxvilletickets.com, and at all Knoxville Tickets outlets. Tickets purchased through Knoxville Tickets are subject to additional Service Charges.

Knoxville Civic Auditorium-Coliseum
500 Howard Baker Jr. Avenue Knoxville, TN 37915

Info and Tickets: (865) 215-8900

Legendary rock outfit THREE DOG NIGHT, now in its 4th decade, claims some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more Top 10 hits, moved more records, or sold more concert tickets than THREE DOG NIGHT.

THREE DOG NIGHT hits wind through the fabric of pop culture today, whether, in TV commercials, in major motion pictures, or on the radio where they are heard day in and day out -- songs like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)”, “Joy to the World”, “Black and White”, “Shambala” and “One” serve to heighten our emotions and crystallize THREE DOG NIGHT’s continuing popularity.

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

RESCHEDULED: Kenny Rogers' Final World Tour: The Gambler's Last Deal
Kenny Rogers' concert at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium has been postponed, due to illness, until Thursday, April 6, at 7:30PM. All tickets purchased for the March 3 performance will be honored for the new date. Customers who bought tickets for Rogers' "The Gambler's Last Deal" concert can present the same tickets for the April 6 show. No exchange is needed. Customers who want a refund can request one via phone at 865-215-8999 or in person at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum Box Office, Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Refunds must be requested by 5 p.m. Thursday, March 9.

Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum, 500 Howard Baker Jr Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37915. Information: www.knoxvillecoliseum.com

Saar will also be giving a public lecture on her work in room 109 of the Art + Architecture Building.

Alison Saar weaves narratives relating to the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 into the mixed-media sculpture and paintings featured in “Breach.” Saar explores issues of gender, race, racism, and the African diaspora. She mines mythology, ritual, history, music, and her biracial heritage as sources for her work.

With water imagery woven throughout, “Breach” is the culmination of Saar’s creative research on American rivers and their historical relationship to the lives of African Americans. Through mixed media sculpture, paintings, and works on paper, she explores floods not only as natural phenomena; but also the complex interaction of social, cultural, and political factors associated with flooding and its aftermath. Her exhibition will be displayed at UT Downtown Gallery April 7-29.

UT School of Art: 1715 Volunteer Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37996. Information: 865-974-3200, http://art.utk.edu/