Calendar of Events

Join us for a magical Valentine’s evening filled with love, laughter, and the charm of Italy. Savor a warm and inviting buffet of hearty Italian favorites and comforting soups, thoughtfully paired with fine wines and a variety of beverages available at a cash bar. Let the romantic ambiance sweep you off your feet as three local classical guitarists fill the air with timeless melodies and heartfelt tunes. Their performances will create the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night for yourself and your loved ones. Throughout the evening, there will also be drawings for several exciting gifts and prizes, adding an extra touch of fun and surprise to the celebration.
A Holston Hills Clubhouse, Knoxville, TN
Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM
Tickets: $98 per person - Early Bird Special $93 per person

Spaces are limited—reserve your spot at a table today and treat yourself and your loved ones to a Valentine’s Day celebration to treasure forever! Mike Hurley, Andy LeGrand, and Ben Krieder will fill the air with romance, serenading you with over 65 heartfelt love songs as you enjoy a delicious dinner. They'll also treat you to a few stunning concert pieces, making this Valentine’s Day an unforgettable celebration of love and music!

Tickets: https://www.knoxvilleclassicalguitar.com/

All our events are free to 18 and under and we do offer special codes for FREE tickets for college students also! All ticket and subscription prices are available for purchase online at https://www.orcma.org, by phone at (865) 483-5569, by email at office@orcma.org, or at the door.

February 15th at 7pm @ The ORHS Performing Arts Center
Immerse yourself in an evening of music exploring profound connections between nature and emotions. Featuring works by John Luther Adams, Thomas Adès, Sergei Rachmaninoff, and Inocente Carreño, this concert promises to captivate your senses and feelings. The journey begins as chants and water "Become River," then sails "Over the Sea," falling in love with the Second Piano Concerto, and docking on the Margarita island in Venezuela with its vibrant "Glosa Sinfónica Margariteña."

Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance and generosity, featuring a lavish dinner, live music, and a curated auction. This year, we dedicate the Sweethearts Ball to our sweethearts—the children whose lives are enriched by Knoxville Opera’s education programs. Your support will directly fund initiatives that bring the magic of opera to young minds, inspiring creativity and fostering a lifelong love for the arts. Together, we can ensure a bright future for opera and the next generation. Let’s raise a glass—and raise the bar for arts education—at this spectacular celebration.

Cocktails & Silent Auction 6:30 PM
Dinner & Entertainment 8:00 PM
Followed by LIVE Auction and Dancing
Entertainment by The Streamliners and a special performance from Knoxville Opera featuring Metropolitan Opera Bass, Kevin Burdette.

Individual Tickets $275
https://knoxvilleopera.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/events/a0SUH000000XapV2AS

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

Building on a 70-year history as one of the most influential bluegrass bands in the region, the New Dismembered Tennesseans today bring a new lineup, new repertoire, and new energy to the band founded by Tennessee master fiddler and philanthropist Fletcher Bright and his high school friends back in 1945. Make that “mostly” new lineup, as original banjo player Ed “Doc” Cullis still performs with the band today. Today, along with Cullis, the band features long-time members Laura Walker (bass & vocals) and Don Cassell (mandolin & vocals) plus Bobby Burns (guitar & vocals), Tom Morley (fiddle & vocals) and Fletcher’s granddaughter, Eleanor Bright (clawhammer banjo & vocals).

Tickets available at TicketLeap (jubileearts.org), by mail or at the door 30 minutes prior to show
$20 at the door, $15 General Audience Advance, $14 JCA members, students & seniors 65+

Jubilee Community Arts at the Laurel Theater, 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37916. Tickets: https://jubilee-community-arts.ticketleap.com. Information: 865-522-5851, www.jubileearts.org

February 15: South Knox Branch Used Book Sale, 10:00-5:00

https://www.knoxfriends.org/book-sales/

By Neil Simon

Corie, a free-spirited optimist, and Paul, a reserved attorney, couldn’t be more different. Corie’s spontaneity clashes with Paul’s practicality, leading to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and endearing reconciliations as the newlyweds embark upon married life in their quirky, cozy new apartment. As their relationship evolves, the couple not only faces the challenges of wedlock, but also a grueling flight of stairs and an eccentric upstairs neighbor who adds an extra dash of hilarity. Love sparkles in Neil Simon’s delightful romp, reminding us that true love can endure even the quirkiest of circumstances – and be incredibly fun.

PG-13 AUDIENCES
https://www.orplayhouse.com/

Erick Baker for two nights, February 14 and 15, 2025, 8:00 PM at the Bijou Theatre.

Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Valentine's Day?
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable evening with Erick Baker at the Bijou Theatre. Now in its 15th year, this Valentine’s tradition is more than just a concert; it’s a night designed to fill your heart, lift your spirit, and remind you why love is worth celebrating.

This is your chance to leave your stress and worries at the door and make room for the good stuff. Whether you’re sharing the evening with a partner, friends, family, or flying solo, this show promises a unique and heartfelt experience. From emotional ballads to high-energy anthems, Erick’s distinctive blend of folk, rock, and Americana-soul has something for everyone.

Tickets at: https://knoxbijou.org/bijou-events/valentines-day-with-erick-baker/

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

49 Winchester, Friday and Saturday, February 14 and 15, 2025.
8:00 PM (Doors 7:00 PM) at The Mill & Mine.

With its latest album, “Fortune Favors The Bold,” Russell County, Virginia-based 49 Winchester is ready and roaring to break onto the national scene with its unique brand of tear-in-your-beer alt-country, sticky barroom floor rock-n-roll, and high-octane Appalachian folk.

Tickets at: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/49-winchester-leavin-this-the-mill-mine-tickets

The Mill & Mine, 227 W. Depot Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Tickets/information: 865-343-6000 or https://themillandmine.com

Gallery 1010, 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 114, Knoxville, TN 37902. Hours: Reception Fri 5-7 PM, Sat 10 AM – 1 PM, or by appointment. Information: https://gallery1010.utk.edu/

Gallery 1010 is a contemporary art exhibition space located at 100 S. Gay Street in Suite 114 of the Emporium Center of downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. As one of three University of Tennessee School of Art galleries, Gallery 1010 is the only fully student-run, non-profit, off-campus exhibition space in the state of Tennessee. The mission of Gallery 1010 is to provide space for the School of Art students of the University of Tennessee to experiment and develop new ideas while gaining educational gallery experience in professional standards and practices.

BY JEROME LAWRENCE AND ROBERT E. LEE

Feel the heat of the courtroom in the sizzling American classic 'Inherit the Wind', an explosive drama inspired by the most important trial of the 20th Century, the Scopes Monkey Trial, on its 100th anniversary. As a media circus descends on a small Tennessee town, two of the nation’s most powerful lawyers go head-to-head in the ultimate battle of wits, wills, and the political and religious divide that could be ripped directly from today’s headlines. In a fresh production boldly reimagined for today, the fast-paced drama explores religion, intellectual freedom and the relationship between social norms and law.

Clarence Brown Theatre, 1714 Andy Holt Ave on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. For information/tickets: 865-974-5161, www.clarencebrowntheatre.com

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

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present five new exhibitions at the Emporium Center in downtown Knoxville opening on Friday, February 7, from 5:00-9:00 PM. A free gathering with the exhibiting artists will also feature live music by Ella Pinchok and Friends.

Amadeus Concert Ensemble Presents Beethoven and Strauss
Amadeus Concert Ensemble is delighted to mount an exhibition celebrating composers being featured on its upcoming concerts at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus:
+ “The Lighter Side of Beethoven” on Sunday, February 16 at 4:30 PM
+ “The Golden Age of Strauss” on Sunday, March 9 at 5:30 PM

The exhibition includes photographs, music, programs, and memorabilia from the collection of conductor Brian Salesky about composers Ludwig van Beethoven, Richard Strauss, Johann Strauss Sr. & Jr., and Oscar Straus.

Free reservations for the Amadeus Concert Ensemble concerts will be available at https://www.shcathedral.org/cathedral-concert-series.

The exhibitions will be on display February 7 – March 1, 2025 at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. The Emporium is open to the public Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM; and Saturday, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Most of the works on exhibition will be for sale and may be purchased by visiting in person or the online shop at https://www.knoxalliance.store. For more information, please see www.knoxalliance.com or call (865) 523-7543.