Night of the Dragon: Chinese New Year Celebration

Monday, January 30, 2012 at 7pm

Free and Open to the Public

Come join us for a musical celebration of the Year of the Dragon, featuring a live music and dance performance by twenty six students from Shanxi University in northwest China. The students of the College of Charleston and K-12 students of Charleston Elementary and High Schools will also perform songs and dances.

 

 

Charleston Youth Company presents

Winter Spectacular 2012

Friday, January 27th and Saturday, January 28th at 7:30pm

The Charleston Youth Company is opening its 34th year of presenting the best in musical revue by some of the most talented students in grades 3 through 12 selected from the tri-county area to be a part of this company. Our show features Legends of Dance and music from the Broadway Music Aida. Our sets and full stage production are designed and built by our Technical Company. Tickets are available at the door or by calling (843) 766-4007 between 5:45 - 8:00pm Monday and Tuesday nights, or from a member of the company. Check out our website www.charlestonyouthcompany.com

 

 

 

Forum 2 - South Carolina Undecided

Saturday, January 14, 2012 at Noon

Doors open at 10:30am
Free and Open to the Public

 Host Mike Huckabee will be joined by Rep. Tim Scott (R-SC) fielding questions for the Republican presidential candidates from an audience of undecided South Carolina voters. This special edition of Huckabee will air from 8-10 pm/ET on FOX News Channel.

 

 

 

Art Institute of Charleston

Summer and Fall 2011 Graduation

Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 10am

The Art Institute will be holding their graduation ceremony on Saturday, December 17th honoring the Summer and Fall 2011 classes. The event will begin at 10 am and the guest speaker will be Jennet Alterman.

 

 

 

International Piano Series presents

Menahem Pressler

Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 8pm

Menahem Pressler will perform at the College of Charleston’s International Piano Series on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 8:00 p.m. at the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre, 44 George Street. He will play Ludwig van Beethoven’s Sonata No. 31 in A-Flat, Claude Debussy’s Estampes, and Franz Schubert’s Sonata in B-Flat, D. 960. Tickets are $20. College of Charleston students and those under 18 years old are admitted free of charge. Credit card reservations and more information are available by calling (843) 953-6575, or by visiting www.internationalpianoseries.org.

Recognized by the French and German governments with the highest honors those countries award to civilians, Menahem Pressler was made a Commander of Arts and Letters by France, and from Germany received the Federal Cross of Merit. A founding member and the pianist of the Beaux Arts Trio for all of its 51 years, he has established himself among the world’s most distinguished and honored musicians, with a career that spans more than six decades. Both an outstanding chamber and solo performer, Mr. Pressler’s talents have brought him to all of the world’s major music venues. His overwhelming knowledge of piano and chamber music literature has also gained him an international reputation as a remarkable teacher.

In 1994, Mr. Pressler was honored with Chamber Music America’s Distinguished Service Award and in 1998 he received Gramophone’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Mr. Pressler is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and has received numerous awards, including four Grammy nominations, Musical America's Ensemble of the Year with the Beaux Arts Trio, and the German Recording Award. In 2011 he was named the winner of the International Classical Music Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award.

In 1955 he co-founded the Beaux Arts Trio with Daniel Guillet and Bernard Greenhouse, one of the most enduring and widely acclaimed chamber music ensembles and has been credited with giving rise to the enormous popularity of the piano trio repertoire. In addition to over fifty recordings with the Beaux Arts Trio, Mr. Pressler has compiled over thirty solo recordings, ranging from the works of Bach to BenHaim, and has recorded almost the entire chamber literature with piano on the Philips label.

 

 

 

Charleston Men's Chorus presents

Christmas at the Sottile

Sunday, December 11, 2011 at 3:00pm

The Charleston Men's Chorus will present Christmas at the Sottile, a concert filled with joyful and sacred holiday music as only the Charleston Men's Chorus can sing it! Interim Director Ricard Bordas will conduct, and Pamela Nelson will accompany on piano. Tickets for the concert are available at www.cmchorus.com, Monster Music & Movies (West Ashley) and Royall Hardware (Mt. Pleasant). Admission is $15 plus $1 surcharge and free to children ages six and under.

The Charleston Men's Chorus is a non-profit group of about 70 experienced and talented male singers who perform in the tri-county area and are devoted to giving a portion of their proceeds back to the community through music scholarships and various donations. The group has been singing under the direction of Lon H. Shull III, since 1993 and welcomes Ricard Bordas as its Interim Director for the 2011-2012 season. For more information, call (843) 720-8505 or visit www.cmchorus.com

 

 

 

Robert Ivey Ballet presents

Peter and the Wolf
Angel Tree

Thursday, December 8th and Friday, December 9th - performances at 9:00am and 10:30am
and Saturday, December 10th at noon

Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for senior citizens and students, and $5 for children ages 7 and under and will be available at the box office one hour prior to each performance. For additional information regarding this event, please call (843) 556-1343 or email ballet@knology.net.

 

 

College of Charleston Alumni Association

Ring Ceremony

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

The College of Charleston Ring Ceremony is the presentation of the official class ring to the College of Charleston students. The ceremony is free and open to ring recipients and their family and friends.

 

 

Mount Pleasant School of Performing Arts presents

Nutcracker

Saturday, December 3rd at 7pm and Sunday, December 4th at 3pm

Tickets are availabe for $15 in advance by calling (843) 971-7880. Tickets will also be available for $18 at the door. The Box Office will open one hour before each performance.

 

 

 

The Bully Pulpit Series Joins Tim Scott's First in the South Town Hall Series to Welcome

Speaker Newt Gingrich

Monday, November 28, 2011 7:00pm

 Speaker Gingrich is the third presidential candidate to speak in this non-partisan series inviting presidential candidates to speak with students and Charleston community members on topics related to presidential communication as well as issues important to the community.

 The town hall event will begin with Speaker Gingrich’s remarks. Congressman Scott will then ask questions submitted to www.timstownhalls.com prior to the event. Speaker Gingrich and his wife Callista will be signing books immediately following the event.

 The event is free and open to the public. First come, first served. Doors open at 6pm. No signs or banners permitted. Please do not bring bags or backpacks.

 

 

The Dance Arts Studio presents

"Holiday Spectacular"

Saturday, November 19th at 7:00pm & Sunday, November 20th at 3:00pm

A show for the whole family, the "Holiday Spectacular" offers excerpts from "The Nutcracker Suite" as well as other Christmas classics. Tickets may be purchased at the door or by calling (843) 971-6400.

Ticket prices: Adults = $15, Senior Citizens = $12, Children (10 and under) = $10, Children (2 and under) = Free

 

 

Darius Goes West

Sponsored by the Higdon Student Leadership Center, in conjunction with the Center for Disability Services, the Office of Greek Life, and Residence Life & Housing at the College of Charleston

Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 7pm

Free and open to the public! Darius Weems and some of the cast will be in attendance for a Q&A after the film!

Synopsis of this multi-award-winning documentary: Accompanied by eleven best friends, Darius Weems, a fifteen-year-old living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), leaves home for the first time in his life. The rowdy crew sets a course for California where they hope to convince MTV to customize Darius's wheelchair on the hit show, Pimp My Ride. Darius Goes West has been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of people of all ages all around the world. 

 

 
America the Beautiful

screening brought to you by Delta Delta Delta

Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 6pm

Tri Delta will hold a free screening of the award winning documentary "America the Beautiful" by Darryl Roberts.

 

 

 

Miss College of Charleston Pageant

presented by Sigma Nu

Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at 7pm
 
  

FREE movie screening of "Frankie Go Boom"
brought to you by the CofC Computing in the Arts department
Friday, November 4, 2011
Doors open at 6pm, movie starts at 7pm
  Come out and see a FREE movie screening of "Frankie Go Boom", brought to you by the CofC Computing in the Arts department!
It will be on Friday, November 4 at Sotille Theatre. Doors open at 6pm, movie starts at 7pm!
Director Jordan Roberts and Producer Elliott Lewitt will be in attendance, and will host a Q&A session following the movie.

Storyline:
Frank Bartlett has been tortured, embarrassed, and humiliated by his brother Bruce -- usually on film -- his entire life. Now that Bruce is finally off drugs and has turned his life around, things should be different. They are not.

It's a free screening just for CofC students, faculty and staff so bring your Cougar Card to the door to get a ticket. You may bring one other person with you if they happen to not be a CofC student. Tickets are given on a first come, first serve basis so be sure to get there early so you can get a seat!

Find and "Attend" the event on Facebook titled "CITA presents: Frankie Go Boom", or follow the link http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=235467796508492 for more information!
Hope to see you there!

 

 

 

German Magician Martin Luebcke "The Magic of the Miracle"

Presented by the German Consulate General Atlanta and the College of Charleston

Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 7pm

The magic of German magician Martin Luebcke is beyond belief! Both charming and dynamic, he presents his breathtaking, magical creations amongst a classic repertoire inspired by the greatest magicians over the years.

Have you ever wanted to turn back time? Do you dream about conjuring money from thin air, or making objects move across the room with only your mind? Step right up and join Martin Luebcke on stage to wow the audience with fantastical feats of magic! With his sleeves rolled up and within reach of the audience, he brings the most daring illusions into reality.

Lively with comedy and plenty of surprises, Luebcke's performances offer an electrifying glimpse into a world of wonder. Join us for this 90 minute show in which the reigning German Champion of Card Magic will cast his unique spell over the audience, who will be pulled into a breathtaking experience they will never forget!

The performance is sponsored by the German Consulate General Atlanta in cooperation with the German Cultural center Atlanta and the German Program at the College of Charleston. The performance is in English and admission is free!

 
 
 
International Piano Series

Sean Kennard

Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 8pm

Well known to Charleston audiences through his appearances on this series, Piccolo Spoleto Festival and with the Charleston Symphony, Sean Kennard has been soloist with orchestras in five continents. He has won top prizes at the Viña del Mar, Hilton Head, Sendai, Iowa and Vendome International Competitions, National Chopin Competition and the American Pianists Association. A graduate of the Curtis Institute, Sean received an Artist Certificate from the College of Charleston and is finishing his Masters Degree at the Juilliard School. He has appeared at the Chopin Society in Warsaw, in Carnegie Hall as part of the Hawaii Music Awards and at Japan’s Tokyo Opera City Recital Hall. He will play three sonatas by Domenico Scarlatti, Twenty-four Preludes by Frederic Chopin, three etudes by Claude Debussy and Samuel Barber’s Sonata for Piano.

 

 
SESAH Annual Keynote Speaker

Witold Rybczynski

Friday, October 28, 2011 at 6pm

Witold Rybczynski, the thoroughly readable author will present a remarkable inside story of the Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts at the University of East Anglia, created for Sir Robert and Lady Sainsbury’s private collection of paintings, drawings and sculptures.  This narrative on architect Sir Norman Foster's first public commission (1978) will enthrall anyone interested in art, architecture and the role of the museum in cultural life.

Rybczynski is Martin and Margy Meyerson Professor of Urbanism at the University of Pennsylvania. Born in Edinburgh, he studied architecture at McGill University in Montreal, where he also taught for twenty years. Of his many books, perhaps the most popular are Home, A Clearing in the Distance (winner of the Anthony J. Lukas Prize), and The Perfect House, about the villas of Andrea Palladio.

 

 
 
Rhythms of the Drums by Taikoza

Diversity Week Event

Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 6pm

Come experience and enjoy this highly visual one-hour performance of thunderous drumming, soothing bamboo flutes and strings, as these drummers draw from Japan's rich tradition of music incorporating the exciting rhythms of the ancestral Taiko drums. Taiko means "big drums". This Diversity Week event is FREE and open to the public.
 
 

 

 
2011 Mr. College of Charleston Pageant

presented by ZTA

Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at 7pm

 

 

Italian Film Festival

 Friday, October 21, 2011 at 5:30pm and 7:30pm

The festival, organized by Giovanna De Luca, professor of Italian and cinema at the College of Charleston, continues at the Sottile on Friday, October 21, with a 5:30pm screening of "La Siciliana Ribelle," or "The Sicilian Girl." Marco Amenta's film recounts the true crime story of Mafia daughter Rita Atria, who risked her life to break the code of silence and testify against "The Family" in 1991.It will be followed at 7:30pm by "Basilicata Coast to Coast," a lyrical, subtle and loving tribute to a little-known part of Italy, punctuated by a wonderful soundtrack of jazzy songs by director Rocco Papaleo.The festival concludes at the Sottile on Saturday, October 22, with a 5:30pm screening of "Fughe e Approdi," by Giovanna Taviani. The film is an imaginative journey through the magnificent Aeolian islands, and a nostalgic paean to memory and cinema. The last film in the festival series, shown at 7:30pm, is "Welcome to the South," Luca Miniero's charming remake of the French hit "Welcome to the Sticks." Miniero's version, subtler and funny, pokes fun at stereotypes associated with Italy's south.

 

Charleston Ballet Theatre presents

Don Quixote

Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 7:30pm and Sunday, October 16, 2011 at 3:00pm

One of Charleston Ballet Theatre's most cherished and celebrated full length, classical ballets makes a triumphant return with Resident Choreographer Jill Eathorne Bahr's unique staging of Cervantes' classic tale of windmill chasing, self-proclaimed knight, Don Quixote.

 

 
 
Fred Astaire Presents

The Trunk Show

Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 7pm

Dance around the world as two girls' trunk discovery reveals all the romance, mystery and adventure of the 1950's to today. Foxtrot, jive and swing through the 50's. Tango through the 60's. Disco through the 70's. Cha cha and salsa through the 80's. Waltz and shag into the present. Come experience the most fashionably extravagant ballroom show in Charleston.

 

 
International Piano Series

Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at 8pm

The Long Duo from Taiwan will open the 22nd Season of the College of Charleston’s International Piano Series.  The program, titled “Mystere”, includes two piano versions of Mozart’s Magic Flute Overture, Amen of the angels, the saints, the songs of the birds from ‘Visions de l’Amen’ by Olivier Messiaen, Bela Bartok’s Microcosmos, Anton Arensky’s Silhouetten, Darius Milhaud’s Scaramouche, and works by American composer Alan Hovhaness and Japanese composer Takeshi Asai. Tickets are $20. College of Charleston students and those under 18 years old are admitted free of charge. Credit card reservations and more information are available by calling (843) 953-6575, or by visiting www.internationalpianoseries.org.

 

 

 College of Charleston D'vyne Purpose Gospel Choir

Monday, October 3, 2011 at 8pm

Donations gratefully accepted at the door
The College of Charleston D'vyne Purpose Gospel Choir presents: S.T.A.N.D. (Students. Together. Achieving. New. Destiny.) Under the direction of Professor Brenten Weeks, the Choir presents an array of traditional gospel music and contemporary Christian music and a tribute to none other than the Legendary John P. Kee
 
 

 

Jen Hendershott's Bodybuilding and Fitness Showdown

 
Saturday, October 1, 2011
1st Show - 10:00am - 1:00pm
2nd Show - 6:00pm- 10:00pm

Tickets are available at the door and at http://getphatpromotions.com/tickets.htm

 

 
CofC Family Weekend Invites you to a Comedy Showcase! 

Saturday, September 24th 9:00 - 11:00pm

All College of Charleston students and families welcome, presented by Student Life.

 

 
Mrudani School of the Performing Arts Presents:

"Bharathanatyam by Shijith Nambiar and Parvathy Menon"

Friday September 16th, 2011
7:30 - 9:00pm

Shijith Nambiar and Parvathy Memon are promienent, young talented Bharathanatyam dancers with unique choreographic skills. These young artists have a strong foundation in Bharathanatyam as alumni of the Kalakshetra Institution of Chennai, India. These accomplished artists have incorporated traditional Bharathanatyam techniques along with theater arts and unique choreography in their new and innovative productions. 

Tickets can be purchased at the event or online at www.sulekha.com/eventlistings/images/mrudani.html. $15 dollars in advance; $20 at the door. For additional information contact Anu Murali at 803-347-3851.

 

 

9 - 11- 11: An Interfaith Gathering for Peace

Sunday September 11th, 2011
3:00pm

Join the leaders and people of every spiritual tradition in Charleston on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11 for purposes of healing and peace, hosted by the Unity Church of Charleston. Open to the public; free admission.
 
 

 

 
People to People Information Meetings

Sunday August 28th, 2011
1:00pm, 3:00pm, & 4:30pm

People to People Ambassador Programs invites Charleston area 5th-12th graders and their families to informative presentations regarding their education travel programs.

 

 

South Carolina Excalibur Fitness Competition

Saturday August 27th, 2011

The 2011 SC NPC Excalibur Championships
* Bodybuilding * Fitness * Figure * Bikini * Physique *
Pre-judging begins at 10:00am; Finals start at 6:00pm. Tickets available at the door.

 

 

 

 Mount Pleasant School of Performing Arts Presents "A Tale of Snow White"

Saturday August 20th, 2011 - 7:00pm
Sunday August 21st, 2011 - 3:00pm

MPSPA interprets the classic fairy tale into a contemporary ballet. Tickets may be purchased in advance ($15) or at the door ($18). Call 843-971-7880 for more information

 

 
 
 
College of Charleston Welcomes New Students and Families!

Orientation Sessions 9 and 10

Monday August 15th and Thursday August 18th, 2011

Family Orientation program for incoming College of Charleston students and Families. Doors open at 7:00am; presentation begins at 8:30am.

 

 
 
O'Connor Method Camp Presents 50th Birthday Concert with Mark O'Connor and his Students! 

Friday August 5th, 2011
Doors Open - 5:00pm
Show Starts - 6:00pm

Mark O'Connor, world renowned composer, violinist and fiddler, has created a new method of violin study. We are pleased to hold the first Mark O'Connor Method Camp in Charleston, South Carolina! The camp will be both instructive and artisitically enriching and will be patterned after a traditional Suzuki Institute format. The new method, based on early American music, is designed to guide students gradually through the development of pedagogical and musical techniques necessary to become a proficient, well rounded musician. The O'Connor Method Camp - Charleston is a concentrated week of private lessons, group lessons, electives, jam sessions, nightly concerts and teacher training, all set amongst the time-worn cobblestone streets and the rich history of one of the oldest cities in the U.S. Help us top off the week with Mark O'Connor's 50th birthday celebratory concert!

Tickets: $10 at Door

 

 

Charleston Filmmaker Liz Oakley Shares Her New Documentary:
Awaken the Dragon 

Saturday July 16th, 2011
Doors Open - 6:30pm
Show Time - 7:30pm
(Private Screening)

This year alone, over one million Americans will hear the words, "you have cancer." They will join the ranks of eleven million who have suffered through or are living with the disease. But challenges remain beyond mere survival, many who have beaten cancer find themselves lost in its aftermath. Awaken the Dragon, a new film by Liz Oakley, explores how an ancient Chinese sport is empowering cancer survivors to redefine what it means to be "sick," and the role a cancer diagnosis can play. Their journey to reclaim life leads to revelations they never dreamed of and to a life they never thought possible.

Against the backdrop of the life of a fledgling dragon boat team from the South, the film profiles individual stories of strength, courage and survival. Oakley introduces us to an unlikely crew of novice paddlers who embark on three years of intense training and nail-biting competition, culminating at the national championships. While engaged in the unfolding fates of the characters and the team, viewers will be drawn into the sport's feast for the senses - brilliant colors, pounding drums, splashing water. They will witness the transformation of twenty solitary paddlers into a single force of power and beauty. Awaken the Dragon is a story beyond survival... a story of reclaiming life... a story of awakening the dragon within.

 

 

 

 
Charleston Youth Company Invites You to Their Annual Summer Spectacular!

Friday July 1st and Saturday July 2nd, 2011 7:30pm

Celebrating almost 35 years! Spend an evening with the performers of The Charleston Youth Company as they warm your hearts and lift your spirits as they present Now Music of Today: Feeling Good About Oneself, Making Choices, and Radio Divas. The second part of Act I is a musical titled A Day Spent As Charlie Brown. Act II brings back a new, expanded version of a musical production the company performed over ten years ago: Pocahontas. Every detail of this amazing Musical Revue has been created and crafted by our own choreographers, production and techincal company. See the best talent in the state! A show for the whole family!

Doors open at 7 pm. Tickets may be purchased at the door or by calling 843-766-4007 (Monday and Tuesday evenings between 5:45-8:00pm). After June 30th call 843-693-6664.

 

 

 
 
Dance Explosion Professional's Annual Revue

Tuesday June 21st, 2011 7:00pm

Three hour long performance, including a 30 minute ballet of the classic Cinderella. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door.

 

 

 
Kelly's Dance Presents: Destination...Dance!

Sunday June 19th, 2011 3:00pm

Kelly's Dance! presents its 3rd annual dance recital - Destination... Dance! 2011. Come join us for an afternoon of fun and excitement as our dancers take you on a voyage through dance!

 

 

 

Spoleto's The Magic Flute

May 27th - June 11th 2011

Richly woven with ritual and symbolism, Mozart’s final operatic masterpiece is a delightful yet profound look at man’s quest for love, wisdom, and virtue. Enter an enchanted world where a noble prince searches for his beautiful princess, a blundering bird-catcher seeks a mate, and an evil queen schemes against the forces of good. Directors Moshe Leiser and Patrice Caurier—well known to Festival audiences for numerous productions since their U.S. debut with Salome in 1987—reveal the humanity and depth of character to magical effect as reason triumphs over chaos in this most beloved of Mozart’s operas. Set design by Christian Fenouillat with costumes by Agostino Cavalca and lighting by Christophe Forey. Steven Sloane will conduct the Spoleto Festival USA Orchestra.

Duration: Approximately 2 hrs. 45 mins.

Box Office: 843-579-3100

Ticket Information:http://www.spoletousa.org/current-season/buy-tickets/

  
  
 
 
Charleston Men's Chorus:
Christmas at the Sottile

December 12, 2010 3:00 P.M

The Charleston Men’s Chorus will present Christmas at the Sottile, a concert filled with joyful and sacred holiday music as only the Charleston Men’s Chorus can sing it!

The Charleston Men’s Chorus will perform Sunday, December 12th, at 3PM at the Sottile Theatre, located at 44 George Street.

            Tickets for the concert are available at Monster Music & Movies (West Ashley) and Royall Hardware (Mt. Pleasant). Admission is $15 plus $1 surcharge; free to ages 6 and under.

 

 

 

College of Charelston Alumni Association

Ring Ceremony

December 7, 2010 at 5:00pm

The College of Charleston Alumni Association cordially invites recipients, parents, guests and faculty to attend the College’s Ring Ceremony Tuesday, December 7, 2010 in the Sottile Theatre, 44 George Street at 5:00 p.m.  A reception following the ceremony will be held in the Sottile Theatre Lobby.   Dress is business attire. Please R.S.V.P. by November 30 with approximate number in your party to: Alumni Relations 843.953.5630 or sessionsv@cofc.edu

 

 

 

Robert Ivey Ballet's
34th Anniversary Season

Peter and the Wolf and the Angel Tree

Thursday, December 2, 2010: 9:00am and 10:30am
Friday, December 3, 2010: 9:00am and 10:30am
Saturday, December 4, 2010: 12:00pm

To order tickets call 843.556.1343 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm, Monday through Saturday

 

 

 
Dance Arts Studio Presents...
"Holiday Spectacular"

Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 7:30pm
Sunday, November 2, 2010 at 3:00pm

Tickets may be purchased at the Dance Arts Studio 280 W. Coleman Blvd. Mt. Pleasant, SC, 29464 or by calling 971.6400

 

 

 

The College of Charleston School of the Arts and Entropy Ensemble Presents
Between the Lines

Nov 3 & 5, 8 p.m.

Sottile Theatre, 44 George St., Charleston, SC
On Facebook: Nov 3rd …/… Nov 5th

Entropy Ensemble has been invited to produce a multimedia collaboration with the College of Charleston School of the Arts. The production, which explores the music by Radiohead, will include dance, film, animation and will feature special guest artist Christopher O’Riley and the Annex Dance Company. A portion of the proceeds will benefit local non-profit organization Carolina Studios and the College of Charleston School of the Arts.

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:
Simons Center Box Office:
54 St. Phillip St., Charleston SC
Monday-Friday 10am to 3pm (October 18-November 5)
STUDENT: $8
REGULAR: $12
Advance tix ($10): Nov 3 …/… Nov 5
VIP tix ($25, Nov 3 only): Buy Now
For more info about Carolina Studios visit: www.carolinastudios.net
For more info about CofC School of the Arts visit: www.sota.cofc.edu

 

 

Robet Ivey Ballet

34th Anniversary Season
Fall Performance

Friday, October 29th & Saturday, October 30th 8:00pm
Sunday, October 31st 3:00pm

To order tickets call 843.556.1343 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm, Monday through Saturday

 

 

Sigma Nu Presents
Miss CofC Pageant 

October 26, 2010 7:00pm

Please join Sigma Nu at the Sottile Theater for this night of fun to support St. Judes Children's Hospital.

 Doors at 6:00 P.M. Show at 7:00 P.M.

Ticket are now on sale in Cougar Mall

 

 

Charleston Jewish Experience Hosts its Inaugural Jewish Film Festival

October 24th at 7:45pm

2010 marks the inaugural year for the annual Jewish Film Festival created by the Charleston Jewish Experience. The first annual event will kick off this October with a screening of a documentary titled “Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story.”  This iconic film about the contributions of Jewish major leaguers and the special meaning that baseball has had in the lives of American Jews since the 1860s will light up the screen of The Sottile Theater on October 24, 2010 at 7:45 p.m. Prior to the movie screening, the organizers will host a desert & champagne reception and present the Melvin and Judith Solomon Humanitarian Award for the Arts to Judith Solomon

The documentary that debuted earlier this year in Israel is produced and directed by Peter Miller, narrated by Dustin Hoffman, and written by the Pulitzer Prize winning former New York Times sportswriter, Ira Berkow. More than a film about sports, Jews and Baseball is a story of immigration, assimilation, bigotry, heroism, the passing on of traditions, and the shattering of stereotypes. The film features a rare interview with the legendary Hall of Fame pitcher Sandy Koufax as well as interviews with Larry King, Kevin Youkilis, Shawn Green, Yogi Berra, Ron Howard and many others.The Melvin and Judith Solomon Humanitarian Award for the Arts was created to honor the Solomons as lifelong supporters of the arts in Charleston and Jewish culture and to inspire others to do the same. Melvin Solomon, a successful businessman, played a key role in establishing Spoleto USA, contributed to medical research and care at MUSC, and both he and Judith were recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals by their Lowcountry Philanthropy Award.

 “We have many reasons for establishing a Jewish film festival in Charleston, but first and foremost we hope to inspire a greater appreciation and long-lasting connection among members of the broader Charleston community by showcasing our rich traditions but also our modern Jewish culture. We also strive to instill pride in the members of our congregation,” says Stanley Baker, president of BSBI Synagogue. “The event will start a tradition of featuring iconic Jewish filmmakers and movies as well as honoring individuals devoted to supporting the arts and Jewish culture in our city.”

 The Sottile Theater is located at 44 George Street. The desert and champagne reception starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 for the film and reception, and $20 for the film only. For information and to purchase tickets, please visit  www.CharlestonJewishExperience.com. To view the movie trailer, please visit www.jewsandbaseball.com/trailer.html.

 

 

 

ZTA Presents Mr. CofC

Thursday, October 21 2010 at 7:00 P.M.

Please join ZTA and the men of the College of Charleston at the Sottile Theater for this night of fun to support Breast Cancer Research.  Doors at 6:00 P.M. Show at 7:00 P.M.
 
 

 

Charleston Ballet Theater
 "Alice in Wonderland"

October 16th and 17th at 3:00pm

See www.charlestonballet.org for more information about this event.
 
 

 

 

 Charleston Ballet Theater
"Ballet Unplugged Live"

October 14th at 7:30pm

See www.charlestonballet.org for more information about this event.

 

 
College of Charleston's Belly Dance Club Semi-Annual Showcase

October 7, 2010

Doors will open at 7:45 pm, show will begin at 8pm.
*please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to show time!
 
FREE FREE FREE FREE!
 
Bring your friends and family for an event you will not want to miss!
Featuring new props: fan veils, swords and a huge Indian Bollywood piece!

 

 

CofC Student Life Presents:

 Comedy Showcase
Featuring Anjelah Johnson

October 2, 2010

  Tickets may be purchased in advanced at the Student Information Desk at the College of Charleston's Stern Center. The Sottile Theater Box Office will open at 7pm on Saturday, October 2nd. Doors will open at 8:00pm and the show will begin at 9:00pm

 

 

 

MOJA College of Charleston Gospel Choir

September 27, 2010

The College of Charleston Gospel Choir presents its annual MOJA concert.  The theme of this year's concert is "HALLELUJAH"!  The choir promises  heart-warming, soul stirring renditions of some of your gospel favorites with some special guest performances.   Monday, September 27, 2010 at 8:00 pm

 

 

 

Beaufort High School's Gingerbread Theater Proudly Presents

 The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet
By Peter Bloedel

June 11 & 12 at 6pm and 13 at 3pm

 
 The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet is a funny whimsical play combining Dr. Seuss's "The Sneetches" with the storyline of Romeo and Juliet.  This hour comedy is full of rhyming words, funny bits and a surprise ending.   The lesson behind the play is for little ones to learn to judge  people by their behavior not by what they wear on their bellies.  This show is fun for the ENTIRE family. About Beaufort High School's Gingerbread Theater Beaufort High offers a children's theater series to support family date night and children's creativity. Our motto is "a family can have dinner, a show , and the kids are in bed by 8".   They often perform shows for donations  to the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA).  This year they perform for CAPA and donated money to a local community member who was diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer.  The money was donated to a trust fund for his 5 children.   The Theater department is excited for this wonderful opportunity to perform at Piccolo Spoleto and we are looking forward to entertaining you. For tickets visit: http://www.piccolospoleto.com/events/default.aspx?progid=9&eventid=498&perfid=2750

 

 

 

College of Charleston's Charleston Jazz Initiative Presents
LEGENDS FESTIVAL: JazzEd Fest

June 4, 2010 3:30-5 pm

180 fourth graders from Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts perform "The Charleston" - an original musical about Charleston's acclaimed Jenkins Orphanage Bands. This event is free.

For more information visit www.charlestonjazz.net

 
 
 

 

College of Charleston's Charleston Jazz Initiative Presents
Nothing Could Be Finer

June 5, 2010 7-11 pm

CJI's Legends Festival Gala features...Cocktail Reception (7:00) and Program (8:00) with Ellis Marsalis, patriarch of New Orleans' jazz family... Legends Band Concert and Live Recording...Premiere of Slide Hampton's Legends Festival composition... Performance of Jimmy Heath's "Without You, No Me," a tribute to Dizzy Gillespie... and guest performances by Houston Person, Joey Morant, John Williams, and more!

Tickets are $50. To purchase tickets visit  www.piccolospoleto.com
Suggested Attire:  Black Tie Optional

 

 

 

Charleston Youth Company Presents
LEGENDS

 May 21 -22, 2010

Celebrating 31 years! Spend an evening with the performers of The Charleston Youth Company as they warm your hearts and lift your spirits as they present their very first Legends Show.  Act 1 features songs from the legendary performers: Frank Sinatra; Elvis Pressley; Michael Jackson; Earth, Wind, and Fire; Queen; and dances from the 50's through today.  Act 2 is inspired by the new hit TV show Glee.  CYC Director Amanda Long Robinson has crafted a one-act mini-musical (Somebody to Love) recreating those Glee Club days of yore set in today's time.

 

 

 

The Fine Arts Department from Stratford High School Presents
A Festival of Modern Muses

May 14, 2010  %7e  7:00pm

Proceeds from the tickets sales will establish a scholarship fund for the fine arts students at Stratford. Advanced tickets will go on sale March 31 at a cost of $8.00.  Tickets purchased at the door will cost $10.00.

The Festival of Modern Muses is a one-of-a-kind event - a collaborative effort of students, teachers and administrators from Stratford High School and the Berkeley County School District. We invite the public to join us in supporting the arts and our students

 This unique program was inspired by the Muses in Greek mythology - goddesses or spirits who inspire the creation of literature and the arts. The festival will highlight the gifts of the muses in drama, music, and visual art and will be an experience unlike all others with the Stratford High School Fine Arts department showcasing the best and brightest student artists in drama, visual arts and music - both instrumental and choral.

The program will be performed in complete darkness with the exception of "spotlighted" features.  There will be a continuous flow of exciting events from beginning to end with a short intermission while the stage changes to accommodate the features of the second half.

Original works of art as well as slide presentations and live action painting will be featured throughout the event. The Stratford string orchestra will be adding wind players to perform the "Concerto in G Minor" by Mozart as well as selections from Copland and Vivaldi.  The Stratford Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir will be providing a wonderful selection of musical pieces that vary in compositional styles and time periods. 

 

 

Fred Astaire Dance Studios Presents

No Business Like Show Business

 May 1, 2010 

The cast and crew come together to bring you an evening of ballroom dance.  Join us for the one and only performance on May 1, 2010 at 7:00pm in the Sottile Theatre located on George Street, downtown Charleston.

Tickets available at Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Charleston (843) 769-0440 Charleston or (843) 884- 1344 Mt. Pleasant or online at  www.etix.com.

 

 

International Piano Series Presents
Bach Extravaganza

April 27, 2010 at 8pm

The Department of Music presents a Bach Extravaganza as part of its International Piano Series. The concert will feature 12 pianists and the College's chamber orchestra.  This event is a celebration of the School of the Arts' 20th anniversary.

Tickets
For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, call 843.953.6575 or visit the official web site for International Piano Series.

Prices
Season Tickets: $80
General Admission: $20
FREE for CofC students and those 18 and under. 

Visit International Piano Series on Facebook.

 

 

 
Charleston Stage Presents
Cabaret

April 7 - April 18, 2010

Book by Joe Masteroff
Based on the play by John Van Druten and Stories by Christopher Isherwood
Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
 
   
Willkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome!
Come to the Cabaret!-the acclaimed Broadway musical that has been continually dazzling audiences ever since its rousing opening in 1967. On stages from New York to London and around the world, Cabaret has been a perpetual hit for over 40 years. Set in a Berlin nightclub as the roaring twenties are drawing to a close, Cabaret tells the story of nightclub singer Sally Bowles, and Cliff, an American writer. As history and the Nazi nightmare unfold about them, Sally and Cliff escape to a nearby cabaret where Sally and her friends, dazzle the crowd with such showstoppers as "Don't Tell Mama", "Money Makes the World Go Round" and of course, "Life is a Cabaret."

Performances
April 7 7:30 p.m.
April 8 7:30 p.m.
April 9 7:30 p.m.
April 10 7:30 p.m.
April 11 3:00 p.m.
April 15 7:30 p.m.
April 16 7:30 p.m.
April 17 7:30 p.m.
April 18 3:00 p.m.

Tickets
For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, visit the Charleston Stage Company or call Charleston Stage's Box Office at 843.577.7183.

Prices
Adult: $15 - $35
Senior: (60+): $15 - $33
Student: $15
Please note, all sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges. There is a limited number of $15 Adult and Senior tickets. These tickets can only be purchased in person or by phone. (Not available online)

 

 

The 2010 Excellence in Collegiate Education and Leadership (ExCEL) Awards Program

  March 30, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.

The Excellence in Collegiate Education and Leadership (ExCEL) Awards program honor students, faculty, staff, community groups and/or individuals for promoting diversity and excellence at the College of Charleston.  Nominations may highlight excellence in teaching, student learning/leadership, athleticism, individual contributions to the campus community, and/or professional, social, and cultural leadership. 

The ExCEL Awards also serve as a fund raiser to benefit the Horizons Year-long Program of Enrichment (HYPE) which provides continuous transition services essential to the retention and support of multicultural and first-generation students at the College.

For more information, please visit the official web site for the ExCel Awards or contact the Office of Multicultural Student Programs and Services at 843.953.5660.

 

 

 
Robert Ivey Ballet Presents
Spring Performance

March 26 - March 28, 2010

The Robert Ivey Ballet Celebrates its 33rd season "In Residence at the College of Charleston". Choreographed by Robert Ivey.
Performances
March 26 8:00 p.m.
March 27 8:00 p.m.
March 28 3:00 p.m.

Tickets
For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, call 843.556.1343.

Prices
Adults: $15
Students/Seniors: $12

 

 

Charleston Men's Chorus and the Ashley Hall Red Choir Present

A Joint Concert featuring A Selection of Broadway Show Tunes

March 21, 2010

 
Sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Fund of Coastal Community Foundation * Mrs. Barone Luzuriaga (in memory of Bartolo M. Barone, MD * An Anonymous Benefactor (in honor of Ms. Emily Remington)  

 

 

Upward Bound Presents
Jazz Benefit Concert
 
 
March 18, 2010

Upward Bound is presenting the 2nd Annual Jazz Benefit Concert featuring Jazz vocalist Lisa Montgomery. The band's legendary members include:
Chuck Dalton-Trumpet
Lonnie Hamilton, III - Alto Saxophone
George Kenny - Tenor Saxophone
Brian Reed - Bass
John Tecklenberg - Keyboard
Gerald Cameo Williams - Drums
This all-star cast of seasoned jazz musicians will provide an evening of music that is sure to please music lovers.
Proceeds used by Upward Bound to sustain the summer program and provide scholarship assistants to graduates.
The Upward Bound Program is a college prep program designed to generate in its participants the skills and motivation necessary for success in education beyond high school.

 

 

 

International Piano Series Presents
Enrique Graf

March 16, 2010 at 8pm

 
Enrique Graf, founder of the International Piano Series, will perform Haydn's Sonata in E-flat Major; Rachmaninoff's Three Fantasie Pieces, Op. 3; Tosar's Danza Criolla; and Liszt's Sonata in B minor.

 

 

 

The SC Irish Historical Society Presents

Direct From New York-The Award Winning
Mick Maloney and His Troupe of
Irish Singers, Dancers, and Musicians
 
 

 

Charleston Stage Presents Ferdinand the Bull

March 10-14, 2010

Based on The Story of Ferdinand by Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson.
Adaptation and Lyrics by Karen Zacarias.
Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma.
A Flamenco Flavored Frolic.
A hilarious, bilingual family musical about a bull who doesn't want to fight and butt heads like all the other bulls - he just wants to take care of his beloved flowers. Young Duquito Danilo dreams of being a dancer, while his father plans to make Danilo a great Spanish bullfighter. When the Duque comes looking for the toughest toro for his son's bullfight in Madrid, he mistakenly picks Ferdinand. Ferdinand the Bull is an exuberant romp about being yourself and refusing to be bullied into acting like someone you're not. Kids and adults will love the clever wordplay, comical characters and lively music.
 
 

 

Charleston Stage Presents

Twelfth Night
By William Shakespeare

February 24 - March 7

Shakespeare Meets the Mob.
Set in the speakeasy in the Roaring 1920's, Charleston Stage Founder and playwright, Julian Wiles, has reset Shakespeare's classic comedy amid the rough and tumble world of gangsters and prohibition. Featuring flappers, bathtub gin, mob bosses and the jazzy blues of the 20's, this Twelfth Night will soon have everyone dancin' the Charleston!

 

 

Charleston Ballet Theatre Presents

Masterpieces of Dance

February 13, 2010

 Sponsored by Charleston Magazine
The elegance and sophistication of the art of ballet will be on full display as Charleston Ballet Theatre premiers their latest collection of 20th century masters with the return of their annual Masterpieces of Dance winter production. This season the ballet pays homage to the master of modern ballet George Balanchine by performing two of the choreographer's most celebrated works Serenade and the ballet Rubies, the most celebrated section of Balanchine's famed Jewels ballet. Jewels has often been regarded as the first full-length abstract ballet, however it can also be seen as three separate ballets, linked by their jewel-colored costumes. Rubies, with its vibrant deep red flared costumes is the most popular of the three pieces which also include Emeralds and Diamonds. Charleston Ballet Theatre is the only ballet company in South Carolina licensed to perform the works of Balanchine. This performance is a rarity and is one of the few places in the southeast where these exclusive works can be viewed live.

The ballet company is lucky enough to bring to town one of the ballet world's living legends as choreographer Bruce Marks's Lark Ascending, a stunning work of choreography that Marks himself describes as being, "about the journey of life, the eternal flight against gravity". This famous work is a study in ambition, reaching ones fullest potential, like a bird taking flight. This one woman and five men work is one of the most celebrated in modern ballet with the piece being part of the repertoire of Boston Ballet, Ballet West, Kansas City Ballet and of course Charleston Ballet Theatre. The piece will be set by Mr. Webster Dean, who has performed Lark several times under Marks' instruction and with Ballet West. Mr. Dean will be in town January 3rd through the 10th to work with the ballet company, with Bruce Marks himself coming into town later in the month to oversee some rehearsals leading up to the performance on February 13th at the Sottile Theatre.

 

 

 

T. Hussey
Running by Sight: A Visual Artist's Journey

February 10, 2010

A Documentary by Adam Boozer

Running by Sight follows painter and photographer Tim Hussey through a year of inspiration and prodution.  Filmmaker Adam Boozer captures the spirit and struggles of a contemporary artist living in the Southeast, while recounting past experiences that brought Hussey to gain national recognition.  Running by Sight documents the developing body of work and elements of influence that have shaped Hussey's career.

Tim Hussey's work can be viewed at:
Rebekah Jacob Gallery
169 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401
rebekahjacobgallery.com

 

 

International Piano Series Presents

Micah McLaurin-USA

February 9, 2010

15 -year-old piano prodigy, Micah McLaurin, will perform as part of the International Piano Series in the Department of Music.

 

 

 Robert Ivey Ballet Presents

The Velveteen Rabbit

February 4 - 10, 2010

The Robert Ivey Ballet Celebrates its 33rd season "In Residence at the College of Charleston". Choreographed by Robert Ivey.

Spring is in the air and the bunnies are creeping out of their winter hiding places. Catch them along with the Skinned Horse, the Nursery Fairies, and the Boy as the story of "The Velveteen Rabbit" comes to life in the Sottile Theatre. Make "The Velveteen Rabbit" a family tradition and enjoy all of the wonder and majesty of live theatre. Don't miss out on the fun!

After the production there will be a "Velveteen Rabbit Tea Party" upstairs at the Sottile Theatre for an additional $5.00. A Velveteen Rabbit bunny bag will be provided for lunch. Parents may bring your cameras and take pictures of your child with the Velveteen Rabbit cast.

 

 

Charleston Youth Company Presents

Broadway at Its Best!

January 29 - 30

Spend an evening with the performers of the Charleston Youth Company as they warm your hearts and lift your spirits with the familiar and beautiful new songs from the Broadway versions of The Lion King, Mary Poppins, and The Little Mermaid.  Every detail of this amazing Musical Revue has been created and crafted by our own Production and Technical Company.

 

 

Charleston Stage Presents
Steel Magnolias

By Robert Harling
Directed by Kyle Barnette

January 14 - 24

Six Southern Ladies Go To The Beauty Parlor, Need We Say More?
Still one of the most produced comedies in America, Steel Magnolias continues to have audiences laughing in the aisles year after year. Join M'lynn, Annelle, Ouiser, and Clairee as they once again head down to Truvy's beauty parlor to get spiffed up for Shelby's wedding.

 

 

 

Charleston Stage Presents

A Christmas Carol

December 2 - 20, 2009

Adapted from Charles Dickens' novella by Julian Wiles
Everyone's Holiday Favorite Returns
Charleston Stage Company's acclaimed production of A Christmas Carol, A Ghost Story of Christmas magically reappeared in December with its sparkling costumes and stunning Christmas card sets. Featuring a cast of 50 actors, singers, dancers and musicians, it was the Sottile Theatre's biggest holiday spectacular ever!

 

 

 

 

Robert Ivey Ballet Presents

Peter and the Wolf and the Angel Tree

Directed by Robert Ivey

The ever-popular "Peter and the Wolf" and the Angel Tree were especially exciting as all children in the Charleston area wer able to audition and become a part of this annual gift to the community.

 

 

 

Charleston Men's Chorus Presents

Christmas at the Sottile

December 12, 2009

This concert was sponsored by the Wayland H. and Marion Rivers Cato Fund of the Coastal Community Foundation, Ms. Elizabeth Barone Luriaga (in memory of Bartolo M. Barone, M.D.) and by an anonymous benefactor (in honor of Emily Remington).

The Charleston Men's Chorus's "Christmas at the Sottile" is a concert filled with joyful and sacred holiday music as only this unique ensemble can sing it! The Charleston Men's Chours is a non-profit group of about 70 experienced and talented singers who perform in the tri-county area and are devoted to giving a portion of their proceeds back to the community through music scholarships and various donations. The group has been singing under the direction of Lon H. Shull, III, since 1993.

 

 

Robert Ivey Ballet Presents
Fall Performance: A Season to Celebrate

November 14 - 15, 2009

The Robert Ivey Ballet celebrated its 33rd season of performance "in residence at the College of Charleston."

 

 

The College Music Department Presents

Roberto Berrocal of Spain
Celebrating 20 Years of World-Renowned Pianists

November 10, 2009

The Department of Music presented a concert by Roberto Berrocal as part of its annual International Piano Series.
Approximately Two Hours with One Intermission.

 

 

 

The Department of Music Presents
Hartmut Sauer of Germany

October 26, 2009

Celebrating Twenty Years of World-Renowned Pianists
The Department of Music presented a concert by Hartmut Sauer as part of its annual International Piano Series.

 

 

 

Charleston Stage Presents
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

By Washington Irving
Adapted for the stage by Julian Wiles

October 21 - 25, 2009

The Headless Horseman Rides Again!
One of the great classic tales of All Hallows, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow tells the hauntingly hilarious tale of the gangly and bumbling schoolmaster, Ichabond Crane and his ghostly encounter with the ghoulish Headless Horseman. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is the perfect Halloween outing for the entire family.

 

 

Charleston Stage Presents
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

September 9 - 20, 2009

Lyrics by Tim Rice
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Go Go Go Joe! This rock ‘n roll story of Joseph and His Coat of Many Colors, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's mega-musical of the biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors, has been delighting audiences around the world for almost 40 years. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles – from country-western to rock to calypso and bubble-gum pop – this Old Testament tale emerges as both timely and timeless. It's a dream ticket-the perfect musical for the entire family.

 

 

The College of Charleston's Department of French and Francophone Studies Presents
The French Film Festival 2009

August 27 - 30

(All films feature English subtitles)
August 27 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Opening Reception Sottile Theatre Terrace Lobby. Hosted by 39 RUE DE JEAN.
Films
August 27 7:30 p.m. L'Heure d'ete (Summer Hours), Olivier Assayas, Director, France, 2008
August 28 7:30 p.m. Entre les murs (The Class), Laurent Cantet, Director, France, 2008
August 29 11:30 p.m. Mia et le Migou (Mia and the Migoo), Jacques-Remy Girerd, Director, France, 2008
August 29 2:00 p.m. Home, Yann Artjis-Bertand, Director, France, 2008
August 29 7:00 p.m. Les plages d'Agnes (Beaches of Agnes)
August 29 9:30 p.m. Cleo de 5 a 7 (Cleo from 5 to 7)
August 30 2:00 p.m. Ballerina, Bertrand Normand, Director, France, 2008 Subtitles
August 30 7:30 p.m. Un basier s'il vous plait (Shall We Kiss), Emmanuel Mouret, Director, France 2007