Calendar of Events

The Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN) are excited to announce PHOTO EXPO: Lens and Light, a juried exhibition showcasing the creative works of regional photographers at the Knoxville Museum of Art (KMA). The exhibit will run from October 25 to December 15, 2024, in the Kramer Gallery, featuring more than 30 juried photographic prints by PPETN members.

“PHOTO EXPO: Lens and Light presents a unique opportunity for our members to showcase their talents in a prestigious venue,” said Jack Retterer. “We are thrilled to collaborate with the Knoxville Museum of Art, which shares our commitment to fostering creativity and enriching the community.”

Works for the show were chosen by an independent juror and distinguished Knoxville artist, Dr. Carl Gombert, Professor Emeritus, Maryville College, ensuring a diverse and high-caliber display of photographic artistry. Dr. Gombert has a BFA in Drawing from the University of Akron, an MFA in Painting from Kent State University, and a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Fine Arts from Texas Tech University. He has exhibited widely and his work is in numerous public and corporate collections. Since 1993 has taught painting, drawing and art history at Maryville College in Tennessee.

Dr. Gombert’s commented on the PHOTO EXPO ... "... I am thankful for the opportunity to participate in a small way in bringing forth this show. ... All of the work submitted for this exhibition is of a very high quality, and I congratulate every one of the artists who created and submitted work to this show.”

An Artists’ Reception will take place at the KMA on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 2 PM, where visitors can meet the photographers and enjoy a closer look at the featured works. Awards for Best of Show, 1st Place, and Artistic Distinction will be presented, celebrating outstanding contributions to the visual arts. Select works will be available for purchase throughout the exhibit. The reception is free and open to the public.

The Professional Photographers of East Tennessee is a collective of talented photographers dedicated to advancing the art and profession of photography. Through education, networking, and collaboration, PPETN supports photographers of all levels in the pursuit of excellence. Learn more at ppetn.com.

The museum is located in downtown Knoxville at 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive and is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit www.knoxart.org

Conceived and written by Alex Drinnen and Dennis E. Perkins, this exciting rendition tells the tale of the great warrior Beowulf who saves the Kingdom of the Danes from not only the greedy ravages of the monster Grendel but also his equally fierce and vengeful mother. After his victories, Beowulf returns to his homeland to become King of his people where he will face monsters of his very own. Staged by KCT Artistic Director, Dennis E. Perkins, the epic scope of this tale about heroics, ethics, and the goodness of Kings will come to life through a visually dramatic presentation in the tradition of Total Theatre.

The play is performed by fourteen talented young actors ages 11 to 16. The show is directed by KCT Artistic Director Dennis E. Perkins and designed by fourteen student designers ages 11 to 16. KCT is East Tennessee’s leading producer of plays for children and families.

The play will be performed Thursdays and Fridays at 7PM, Saturdays at 1pm and Sundays at 3pm.

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

The main stage season will set sail on October 25 and 27 with Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic gem The Pirates of Penzance at the historic Tennessee Theatre. Under the energetic stage direction of Dean Anthony and the musical mastery of conductor Joseph Mechavich, audiences can expect a swashbuckling ride filled with humor, romance, and lyrical brilliance that the whole family will love.

Knoxville Opera: 865-524-0795, https://www.knoxvilleopera.org/

Friday, October 25 | 12–5 pm
Saturday, October 26 | 10–6 pm

MISSION & VISION: Vote for Your Daughter is a national nonpartisan public art campaign harnessing the power of art to encourage people to prioritize their daughter's futures when voting.

Started by celebrated artist and activist Maggie O'Neill, a group of 51 statues, representing our 50 states + DC, travels across the country engaging people on four key pillars that significantly impact young women: education, healthcare, equal pay, and representation. Tennessee 2nd Congressional District candidate, Jane George, brought this 2024 nationwide traveling art to Knoxville through her initiatives for uplifting women.

WOMEN STREET ARTISTS
Lilienthal Gallery is currently exhibiting important women street artists, some of the first to forge their way in a largely male dominated genre. Their work seeks to empower women in art spaces as well as the world. This exhibition is on view at the gallery through December 2024.

This national traveling exhibition is brought to you by Vote for Your Daughter and Jane George.

23 Emory Place, Knoxville, TN 37917
lilienthalgallery@gmail.com
865.200.4401
https://www.instagram.com/lilienthalgallery

MATTHEW SWEET
FRIDAY, OCT 25 | 8:00PM

Bijou Theatre, 803 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information/tickets: 865-522-0832, https://knoxbijou.org/

Along Gay Street in downtown Knoxville. Parking Day is a world-wide annual event in which various organizations are allowed to transform curbside parking spaces into public “park” spaces to encourage social exchange, fun, and creativity. The Knoxville version, sponsored by the American Institute of Architects, allows transformation of parking lanes on both sides of downtown Gay Street.

https://www.knoxbydesign.org/parking-day/

Please join us at The District Gallery on October 25th from 5-8pm as we unveil this one-of-a-kind show. Knoxville sculptor, Morena Constantiou, has delivered a stunning body of work inspired by the human form. The exhibit features 2 and 3D figures in clay that are deeply connected to the sky. Her use of watercolor and encaustic make the sculptures playful yet refined and elegant. It is with great excitement and pride that we announce this show will be held in our newly expanded gallery space. Join us for a champagne toast on this special night!

The District Gallery, 5113 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. Hours: M-F 10-5:30, Sa 10-4. Information: 865-200-4452, www.TheDistrictGallery.com

Event by Crafty Brewery - Emory Place
6 Emory Place, Knoxville

Crafty Bastard Brewery is hosting its very own Night Market at Emory Place with Knoxville Vintage Market. Stop by on the last Friday of every month. There will be up to 10-20 vendors laid out for every market and lights galore!

https://www.facebook.com/events/993964928907319/993964935573985/

Jubilee Community Arts and Traditional Irish Arts of Knoxville present a night of Irish music at the Laurel Theater featuring The Murphy Beds, Friday, October 25 at 8 pm, sponsored by Boyd’s Jig & Reel.

Eamon O’Leary and Jefferson Hamer (aka The Murphy Beds) present traditional and original folk songs with close harmonies and deft instrumental arrangements on bouzouki, guitar, and mandolin. In 2021 they released their second album, titled “Easy Way Down”, which The Irish Echo called “an incredible collection of songs delivered with grace and ease.” They have toured extensively throughout Europe and North America, with performances at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., Alaska Folk Festival, Milwaukee Irish Festival, WGBH Boston’s Celtic Sojourn, Doolin Folk Festival (Ireland), and Unamplifire Festival (London).

Eamon and Jefferson began playing together at traditional music sessions in New York City. They shared an interest in collecting, arranging, and performing songs from Irish, American, Scottish, and English traditions. As they began to collaborate — first in larger ensembles, but most enduringly as a duo — they also recognized an affinity for other more contemporary idioms. Whatever the source — songs of the Irish travelers, Arkansas spirituals, or their own compositions — their arrangements feature the same carefully wrought interplay of voices and strings.

Eamon started playing Irish music while growing up in Dublin. When he moved to New York City in the early 90’s, he immersed himself in the city’s traditional music scene and traveled widely, performing with many of the great players in Irish music. In 2004 he and fiddler Patrick Ourceau released the album Live at Mona’s. Eamon has taught at many traditional music programs around the world and also records and performs original music. His last solo album, All Souls, was released on Reveal Records in 2018. Other recent recordings of note include The Alt with John Doyle and Nuala Kennedy, and The Immigrant Band, a joint old-time and Irish endeavor with John Doyle, John Herrmann, and Rafe and Clelia Stefanini.

Jefferson is a guitarist, songwriter, and producer based in Brooklyn, NY. He has recorded albums with Sarah Jarosz, Anais Mitchell, Session Americana, Kristin Andreassen, JKLOL, Laura Cortese, and many others. His self-produced solo release from 2018, Alameda, features eight original tracks with contributions by John Fatum, Jeff Picker, Sarah Jarosz, Hannah Read, Dylan Foley, and Tim Britton. In 2013, he and Anais Mitchell won a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award for Child Ballads, a collection of new adaptations of English and Scottish folk songs. Acoustic Guitar magazine wrote, “A gifted guitarist and singer, Hamer is able to hit close harmonies and weave gorgeous instrumental lines.”

$20 at the door, $15 General Audience Advance, $14 JCA members, students & seniors 65+
Tickets available at TicketLeap (https://jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com), by mail or at the door 30 minutes prior to show.

We're excited to invite you to the 2nd Annual Show Your Love Fashion Show, October 25, 6:00 - 9:00 PM, featuring fashions by Marc Nelson at Regas Square, where style meets a great cause. This is more than just a fashion show—it's a chance to make a difference in the lives of the youth served by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley.

Regas Square Events, 333 W Depot Ave.
Complimentary valet parking will be available for your convenience.

Cocktail Hour: 6:00 PM and Fashion Show: 7:00 PM.

Attire is "Elevated Western" - Get creative with your cowboy-inspired looks!

Every ticket purchased and every dollar raised supports the incredible work we do at our 26 Clubs across 5 counties, helping over 7,500 youth each year to achieve academic success, develop good character, and live healthy lifestyles.

We can’t wait to see you there! Your presence will make a real impact, and together, we can change lives and prove it.

Tickets at: https://bgctnv.org/events/show-your-love-fashion-show-with-marc-nelson

Let’s Go Crazy for the 80’s!
Join us on October 25, 2024, from 7-10 PM at The Emporium, 101 S Gay St, for a totally rad night supporting Bryant’s Bridge! Dust off your neon, leg warmers, and best 80’s attire for an evening of dinner, a silent auction, and tunes spun by DJ Von. It’s going to be a blast from the past you won’t want to miss!

Tickets at: https://bryantsbridge.networkforgood.com/events/75207-let-s-go-crazy-with-the-80-s

All proceeds will benefit Bryant’s Bridge. Come out, have fun, and make a difference!
Bryant’s Bridge intends to provide affordable housing and a safe space to prevent homelessness and promote the successful transition from youth to adulthood.

https://bryantsbridge.org

Movie Night on The Field: Free Showing of Little Giants
Gather your friends and family for a nostalgic, fun-filled fall evening at DICK'S House of Sport with a free outdoor showing of Little Giants! On Friday, October 25, 2024, at 7:00 PM, join us on the field for this family-friendly football classic. Doors open at 6:00 PM, so come early to grab a good spot!

While the event is free to attend, space is limited, so be sure to sign up in advance to reserve your spot. Enjoy this picture-perfect fall night under the stars, complete with snacks and entertainment for all ages.

Thanks to our partner, BigFoot Popcorn, attendees will have access to delicious popcorn to make the evening even sweeter!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity for a cozy outdoor movie experience. Pack your blankets and lawn chairs, and we’ll see you there! https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/s/knoxville-schedule-events-services?seo=storelocator_houseofsport