Calendar of Events

By Oscar Wilde
Directed by Christina Scott Sayer

A Trivial Comedy for Serious People. Responsible, mild-mannered Jack Worthing is harboring a couple of secrets. First, he is in love with his friend Algernon’s cousin, Gwendolen. And second, they both think his name is Ernest. In fact, Ernest is Jack’s imaginary alter ego – a troubled younger brother he created so that he could do whatever he liked in London and no one would ever think to judge him. But when Algernon catches on to the scheme, he decides to be Ernest himself in order to woo Jack’s lovely young ward, Cecily. Confusion and hilarity reign, as the ladies try to disentangle the stories of their respective Ernests and jump the seemingly impossible hurdles to marry the Ernest they each love.

Performances are Thu-Sat 7:30 PM and Sun 3 PM

Theatre Knoxville Downtown, 800 S. Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information & tickets: 865-544-1999, www.theatreknoxville.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.

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.

Chamber Music Series - Join us for four extraordinary concerts featuring world-class ensembles!

Dali String Quartet: February 28th at 3pm @ First United Methodist of Oak Ridge
Known for their vibrant and passionate performances, they fuse classical string quartet repertoire with Latin American flavors, offering a unique musical experience.

BLACK VIOLIN
FRIDAY, FEB 28 | 8:00PM

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

A dinner & awards ceremony honoring persons whose accomplishments have cultivated greater awareness and understanding of Appalachian culture.

Museum of Appalachia, 2819 Andersonville Hwy, Clinton, TN 37716. Information: 865-494-7680, www.museumofappalachia.org

Join us the 4th Friday of every month from 5-7PM, Muse Knoxville at Chilhowee Park offers the public a FREE evening of play at our museum. These nights are all about community, so be sure to invite your family and friends! https://themuseknoxville.org/free-family-night/

IN ORDER TO MAKE YOUR FREE FAMILY NIGHT ENJOYABLE, PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:
Stay in close proximity to your children at all times.
Muse Knoxville has a set number of guests that can be allowed into the museum at any one time.
Please be respectful of museum exhibits, staff, and guests.
Shoes are required at all times.
Muse Knoxville reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone that poses a threat to the well-being of museum guests or property.

The Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street, Knoxville, TN 37914. Information: 865-594-1494, www.themuseknoxville.org

Join us at The Bottom for a conversation with author Brea Baker, as she discusses her book Rooted: The American Legacy of Land Theft and the Modern Movement for Black Land Ownership.

Rooted serves as a testament to her family’s experiences across the South and why reparations is a critical economic, racial, and environmental justice policy that we need to embrace. RSVP at https://www.thebottomknox.com/events-1/rooted-in-conversation-with-brea-baker

Feb 28, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
The Bottom, 2340 E Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, USA

Honoring the songs and styles that have shaped our country from Traditional Folk to Ragtime, Old-Time and Early Country, The New Quintet features storyteller and musicologist Nicholas Edward Williams (Guitar, Vocals), Emma Dubose (Fiddle, Vocals), Jade Watts (Upright Bass, Vocals), Gordon Inman (Clarinet) and Cody Ray (Guitar, Lap Steel). The ensemble's big harmonies, intricate melodies and lush textures rain upon both original and reimagined traditional material. Since forming in 2020 while making Williams' critically acclaimed release Folk Songs For Old Times' Sake, which has been heralded by well-regarded figures of the roots community such as David Holt, Oliver Wood, Dom Flemons, and JP Harris, The New Quintet has been on stages throughout the Southeast at festivals, concert series, listening rooms and theaters, and will be unveiling their first release in late 2023.

https://nicholasedwardwilliams.com/thenewquintet/

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

Step into the world of Rebecca Yarros’ Empyrean series for a night where fantasy meets reality! On February 28, Ancient Lore Village transforms into Basgiath War College, inviting dragon riders, rebellious scribes, and devoted fans to an immersive book club dinner.

Dive into fiery discussions on the latest release, Onyx Storm, enjoy a warrior-worthy feast, and test your knowledge with trivia and games. Dress as your favorite character for a costume contest, sip Fourth Wing-inspired cocktails, and celebrate the magic of this beloved series.

Seats are limited—reserve your spot among the riders today!
https://www.ancientlorevillage.com/events/book-club-dinner-empyrean-series-by-rebecca-yarros

*update 2/20 - This Event is Cancelled!*

SMOKY MOUNTAIN BLUES SOCIETY & PEACEFUL SIDE BREWERY IN MARYVILLE ARE CO-HOSTING – SOUND SESSIONS W/THE DIG 3

At Peaceful Side Brewery, 106 Everett Ave., Maryville, TN 37804
Friday, February 28th
Tickets: $20
Show Time: 7:30 - 10:00 pm

BLUES, ROOTS, & SOUL
Don’t miss Andrew Duncanson, Ronnie Shellist, and Gerry Hundt as they bring their unique blend of blues and roots music to the Brewery stage in Maryville!
Doors open at 5pm and music starts at 6pm!
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
Limited seating available.
https://peacefulsidebrewery.com/event/sound-sessions-featuring-the-dig-3/#tribe-tickets__tickets-form

Dr. Ace Edewards leads Scruffy City Orchestra in their 2025 Spring Concert “Hidden Treasures from the United Kingdom” as part of Sacred Heart’s Cathedral Concert Series on Friday, February 28, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.

The repertoire for the Spring concert includes:
In the Mountain Country, by E.J. Moeran,
London (London Every Day), Suite for Orchestra, by Eric Coates and
Symphony in E (The Irish) for Orchestra, by Arthur Sullivan.

Free (donations welcome). Seating is limited and reservations are requested at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cathedral-concert-scruffy-city-orchestra-tickets

The Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville

https://www.scruffycityorchestra.com

The Knoxville Choral Society proudly presents A Community in Song, an inspiring evening of choral music celebrating light, transformation, passion, and the power of community. Join us on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 7:30 PM at Central Bearden for this special performance. This event features a dynamic collaboration with the 2025 KCS Scholarship Winners and the West High School Singers and Chorale, under the direction of Drew Carpenter, showcasing the incredible depth of talent within Knoxville’s choral community.

Under the direction of Dr. John R. Orr, the program will present a rich and diverse selection of choral works, weaving together poetic themes of renewal and connection. Audiences will experience moving repertoire that highlights the unifying power of song, performed by some of Knoxville’s most dedicated and talented musicians.

Eligible for Penny4Arts tickets!
https://tickets.chorusconnection.com/knoxchoral/events/1377
Central Bearden, 6300 Deane Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN 37919