2009 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

April 1
Illustrated talk by Tom Otterness

Internationally-renowned sculptor Tom Otterness presents highlights of three decades of work in the public arena. Otterness's cartoonish and sometimes subversive creations--fish wearing top hats, alligators eating passersby, insects in high heels, crying giants--enliven public spaces around the world and delight millions. Second annual Sarah Jane Hardrath Kramer Lecture.
Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World's Fair Park Drive
6 pm
Free Admission
Reservations recommended 865.525.6101 x232
www.knoxart.org
http://www.tomostudio.com

April 21 - May 3
The Art Market Gallery Annual Member’s Auction

Bid in a silent auction on over 50 works of original art by Art Market Gallery members. Choose from paintings, glass work, jewelry, pottery, wood designs and more!
The Art Market Gallery
422 S. Gay Street
First Friday, April 3 5:30 – 9 pm
Tues. – Sat. 11 am – 6 pm, Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
Admission: Free
865.525-5265
www.artmarketgallery.net

April 2
Dogwood Arts Gala

Don’t miss the Dogwood Arts Festival’s patron and artist gala and celebrate the opening of the Festival with catered fare, live entertainment and a VIP preview of the juried Regional Fine Art Exhibition and Awards Presentation.
128 S. Gay Street
7-10 pm
Advanced tickets required. $125 per person
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 2
The Academy is… Acoustic Tour

The Square Room
4 Market Square
8:00 pm
544-4144
www.myspace.com/thesquareroom

April 2
North Mississippi All Stars

In 1996, brothers Luther (guitar, mandolin, vocals) and Cody Dickinson (drums, sampling) formed the North Mississippi Allstars with bassist Chris Chew. Originally from Fayette County, Tennessee, the brothers and their family moved to northern Mississippi, where the boys soaked up the region’s country-blues sound. That sound became the chief inspiration for the Allstars, but the group mixes in a rock edge, an alternative aesthetic, and a trad-rock jam-band sensibility.
Bijou Theatre
803 S. Gay Street
8:00 pm
Admission: $16.50
523-2665
www.knoxbijou.com

April 2-11
Flyin’ West

Three African American women pioneers leave the Southern Jim Crow laws behind to build new lives in the West under the Homestead Act. They settle near the all-black town of Nicodemus, Kansas where they overcome tremendous odds and carve out a place for themselves on the American frontier.
Sponsored by: Lexus of Knoxville
Clarence Brown Lab Theatre
1714 Andy Holt Blvd.
Prices vary. See website.
865.974.2497
www.clarencebrowntheatre.com

April 3
Bela Fleck – The Africa Project

Bela Fleck ¬ The Africa Project
Banjo master Bela Fleck brings to the stage some of the Africa¹s most talented musicians, featuring Toumani Diabate (considered by many to be the greatest kora player in the world), D¹Gary of Madagascar, Vusi Mahlasela and Anania Ngoliga. As featured in Fleck's award-winning documentary, Throw Down Your Heart, these players celebrate the beautiful and complex sounds of banjo music, both American and African.
Historic Tennessee Theatre
604 South Gay Street
8pm
Admission: $30   $40 plus applicable service fees
865.684.1200
www.tennesseetheatre.com

April 3, 10, 17, 24
Uniquely Friday

The Uniquely Friday program spotlights local artists, attractions, events or performers each Friday at the Knoxville Visitor Center. Group reservations at Café Gourmet are available.
Knoxville Visitor Center
301 S. Gay Street
10 am- 2pm
523-7263

April 3
Alive After Five

Alvin Jett   The Phat Noiz Blues Band from St. Louis, MO.
Sponsored by: ORNL Federal Credit Union, Cherokee Distributing Co., WDVX-89.5 FM, Knoxville News Sentinel, WVLT-TV
The Great Hall of the Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: $9.00 General; $5.00 – KMA members   Students w/ID; Free 17   under
865.934.2039
www.knoxart.org

April 3
Perspective: The Art of Repurpose

An exhibit of local artists recycled and eco-friendly work as part of Dogwood Arts and First Friday Celebration. Also, enjoy music from the home of award- winning WDVX radio station, live and on- air during First Friday at the Knoxville Visitor Center.
Knoxville Visitor Center
301 S. Gay Street
5-9 pm
Free Admission
523-7263
www.knoxville.org

April 3
Louis CK

Comedian Louis C.K. got his start when he moved to New York City in 1989 and began appearing on as many of the numerous televised stand-up programs being shot in the city as possible. Later, he became one of the original writers for the wildly irreverent Conan O’Brien Show when it premiered in 1993. C.K. later worked for The Late Show With David Letterman and all the while continued to gain popularity as a talented comedian.
Bijou Theatre
803 S. Gay Street
8:00 pm
Admission: $31
523-2665
www.knoxbijou.com

April 3
Joe Parrott + Brad Bittle New Works

Stop in and meet these two Knoxville Artists and best friends as they pair up in this fun First Friday event. Joe Parrott will present his current collection of Knoxville street scene paintings plus he will be including Charleston street scene paintings. Brad Bittle will show off his love for wood in recent turned vessels in all shapes and sizes.
Hanson Gallery
5607 Kingston Pike
5- 8 pm
Admission is free
584-6097
www.hansongallery.com

April 3 - 25
Dogwood Arts Regional Fine Art Exhibition

This exhibition is a premiere, juried exhibition reflecting the deep, rich creativity of the region. It is an exciting collection of paintings, drawings, print-making, photography, and sculpture of various media.
128 S. Gay Street
Open First Friday, April 3 5 pm – 9 pm, Wed. – Sat. 10 am – 5 pm
Free admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 3- 30
AIA East Tennessee Architecture on Display

Display of work by local architects at the East Tennessee Community Design Center and the Knoxville Downtown Design Studio. Brochures available for self- guided AIA Top Fifteen Buildings.
500 Gay Street
Free Admission
637-5003
www.aiaetn.org

April 3 - 30
Dogwood Arts Student Art Show

View the work of gifted art students from area elementary, middle and high schools. Student work is nominated by their art teachers for their skill, innovation, talent, and dedication. Winners are selected and awards will be presented to the top students in hopes of encouraging them to continue with their artistic development.
Sponsored by: First Tennessee Foundation
Knoxville Convention Center
701 Henley Street
Open First Friday, April 3 5:00 – 9 pm, Awards ceremony at 7 pm
Monday – Friday 9 am – 5 pm
Exhibit moves to select First Tennessee Financial Centers May 1 -18
Free admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 3-18
Hei Park – Recent Photographs

Hei Park presents her inaugural solo exhibition of fine art black and white photography. Her hauntingly personal and deeply introspective images invite viewers into her world and asks them to consider their own.
Three Flights Up Gallery
800 Tyson St.
Opening Reception First Friday April 3, 2009 – 5-10pm
Gallery Hours – Thurs/Fri – 12-6pm, Sat 12-4pm
Free Admission
865-524- 5100
gallery@threeflightsup.com

April 3 – 21
Top 40! Exhibition

A new group exhibition of 2-D and 3-D works that will be posted on the internet and selected by the general public and art enthusiasts around the world! A fun and low-pressure exhibition with on-site “voting” continuing at the opening reception on Friday, April 3, 5:00-9:00 PM. The attending public will use their spare change to choose the “People’s Choice Awards” – a winner-take-all for the special recognition.
Emporium Center
100 S. Gay Street
Gallery hours: Monday-Friday 9 AM – 5 PM with additional hours on Saturday, April 4, 11 AM – 3 PM.
Free admission
865.523.7543
www.knoxalliance.com

April 3-24
UT School of Arts Ceramics

A new group exhibition featuring recent works by students of the University of Tennessee’s Ceramics program in the School of Art. Opening reception on Friday, April 3, 5:00-9:00 pm
Emporium Center
100 S. Gay Street
Gallery hours: Monday-Friday 9 am – 5 pm with additional hours on Saturday, April 4, 11 am – 3 pm
Free admission
865.523.7543
www.knoxalliance.com

April 4
No Reservations: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain

Chef, author of Kitchen Confidential and host of The Travel Channel’s No Reservations Anthony Bourdain has been dubbed “the bad boy of cuisine” for his rock star look and blunt observations about the world of restaurants, chefs and cooking. Bourdain, the executive chef at New York’s famed bistro Les Halles, is the author of the bestselling Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly.
Tennessee Theatre
604 S. Gay Street
8:00 pm
Admission: $140 for VIP tickets including meet’ n’ greet and catered post-show reception; $40 and $30, plus applicable service fee.
523-2665
www.tennesseetheatre.com

April 4
Matt Wertz

The Square Room
4 Market Square
Doors open at 8:00 pm
Admission: $12 in advance, $15 at the door
544-4144
www.myspace.com/thesquareroom

April 4   5
Dogwood Arts Studio Tours

Meet local artists personally and see them at work in their studios on this self-guided tour.
10 am – 5 pm
See www.dogwoodarts.com for complete list of artists and directions

April 4
Story Telling and Tall Tale Contest

The art of storytelling has been around for a very long time and area Toastmasters and other local citizens will compete for top honors for the best story teller. The Toastmasters of the Greater Knoxville area will dazzle and amaze you with their accounts of “Alien Spacecraft”, “Bigfoot”, or the difference between “Up and Down”.
Presented by Toastmasters of Greater Knoxville
Cokesbury United Methodist Church
9908 Kingston Pike
Noon – 5pm
Free admission
423-442.3731
www.story-knoxville.homestead.com

April 5
Knoxville Symphony Orchestra presents

Chamber Music of America
Chamber Classics Concert
Lucas Richman, conductor
Jennifer Barnett, soprano
Bernstein: Trio for Violin, Cello and Piano
Richman: Our Walking Life and a Dream
Bowles: Blue Mountain Ballads
Copland: Vitebsk
Barber: String Quartet
Bolcom: Cabaret Songs
Bijou Theatre
803 S. Gay Street
2:30 pm
Admission: $22.50 - $31.50, Students - $11.50
865.291.3310
www.knoxvillesymphony.com

April 7
Sweeney Todd

The Broadway at the Tennessee series continues with the musical that inspired Tim Burton’s Academy Award-winning film. When the infamous demon barber takes up with his crafty neighbor Mrs. Lovett, the two embark on a delicious plot to slice their way through London’s upper crust. Justice is served—along with lush melody, audacious humor and hair-raising excitement. Don’t miss this phenomenal production—with full music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.
Sponsored by: UT Center for Executive Education   Tradebank
Historic Tennessee Theatre
604 South Gay Street
7:30 pm
Admission: $29.50 - $76.50 plus applicable service fees
865.684.1200
www.tennesseetheatre.com

April 7
Mighty Musical Monday

Come hear the Tennessee Theatre’s own Mighty Wurlitzer Pipe Organ at this monthly free concert series. Listen to various tunes played by Dr. Bill Snyder, house organist of the Tennessee Theatre since 1979. Bring your lunch from home or pick it up on the way. Soft drinks, bottled water, popcorn, and other snacks will be available for purchase.
Historic Tennessee Theatre
604 South Gay Street
Noon
Free admission
865.684.1200
www.tennesseetheatre.com

April 8
The Knoxville Jazz Orchestra presents
Tribute to Miles Davis

Featuring trumpeter Terell Stafford. Trumpeter Miles Davis is one of jazz music’s most celebrated artists. This special tribute highlights music from across his career, including his memorable collaborations with Gil Evans: Sketches of Spain, Miles Ahead, Porgy and Bess and Quiet Nights.
Sponsored by: Harold and Evelyn R. Davis Memorial Foundation; WUOT 91.9 FM; WVLT-TV; Metro Pulse; Knoxville Magazine
Historic Bijou Theatre
803 S. Gay Street
8 pm
Admission: Adult $24.50   Student $15 plus applicable service fees
865.-573.-3226
www.knoxjazz.org

April 8
Dogwood Trails Opening Lunch
Holston Hills Country Club

April 8 – 24
Dogwood Trails

The founding tradition of the Dogwood Arts Festival is the nationally recognized Dogwood Trails. Over 60 miles of breathtaking residential landscaping of blooming trees and flowers are available for touring and photography. Holston Hills is the featured trail in 2009.
Trails: Holston Hills, Farragut, Chapman Highway, Loudon Lake, Westmoreland, Fountain City, Sequoyah Hills
Garden Byways: Deane Hill, Halls/Timberline, Island Home, Morningside, North Hills
Open All Day
Free admission
865.637.4561
See www.dogwoodarts.com for directions

April 8 - 24
Dogwood Arts Open Gardens

Enjoy these self guided tours of residential and public gardens, camera sites and historic homes.
See dogwoodarts.com for locations
Hours vary by location
Free admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 10
Alive After Five
Philppe LeJenne

Jazz, blues and boogie-woogie pianist from Toulouse, France.
Sponsored by: ORNL Federal Credit Union, Cherokee Distributing Co., WDVX-89.5 FM, Knoxville News Sentinel, WVLT-TV
The Great Hall of the Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
5:30pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: $9.00 General; $5.00 – KMA members   Students w/ID; Free 17   under
865.934.2039
www.knoxart.org

April 10
David Cook with Ryan Star

The Square Room
4 Market Square
Doors open at 7:30 pm
Admission: $25
544-4144
www.myspace.com/thesquareroom

April 18
Wilco

2009 is shaping up to be another historic year for the Chicago rock band Wilco, the group formed by guitarist and songwriter Jeff Tweedy in the mid-1990s. 2009 will see the release of a new studio album, their seventh. It follows their Grammy- nominated 2007 recording Sky Blue Sky (which followed their 2005 double Grammy winner, A Ghost is Born). Recordings have been underway at the band’s Chicago studio, The Loft.
Tennessee Theatre
604 S. Gay Street
Admission: $33.50 523-2665
www.tennesseetheatre.com

April 20-25
Prints from Poland

Prints from Poland is a long awaited exhibition of a group of printmakers that will be visiting the University of Tennessee, Knoxville during the week of April 20-25. The gallery is presenting an entire exhibition of their work, with a Special Reception for the artists on Friday April 25th from 5-9pm.
Three Flights Up Gallery
800 Tyson St.
Gallery Hours – Thurs/Fri – 12-6pm, Sat 12-4pm
Free Admission
865-524- 5100
gallery@threeflightsup.com

April 21 - August 9
Arms, Legs, Feet, Heart   Soul: The Cumberland Furniture Guild

This exhibit celebrates the surprising variety and rich talents of the finest furniture makers residing in Middle and East Tennessee.
Sponsored by: AT T Real Yellow Pages, digital media graphix, Method Bureau, WBIR
Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
Free Admission
865.934.2039
www.knoxart.org

April 11
Dogwood Arts Bike Ride

Enjoy an organized bike ride through the Sequoyah Hills Dogwood trail.
See www.dogwoodarts.com for more details
Sponsored by: Covenant Health

April 13
An Evening with David Sedaris

With his sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of the preeminent humor writers in America. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today.
Historic Tennessee Theatre
604 South Gay Street
8:00 pm
Admission: $36.50 - $56.50 plus applicable service fees
865.684.1200
www.tennesseetheatre.com

April 15, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, May 1, 2
Charlotte’s Web presented by
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville

Adapted from E.B. White’s beloved children’s classic, “Charlotte’s Web” brings to life the story of Charlotte, a spider, and her unlikely friendship with Wilber, a pig. A warm, charming story of barnyard creatures who talk, befriend and support one another through trials and adventures, “Charlotte’s Web” has beguiled children of all ages for over half a century.
Ballroom of the historic Farragut Building
530 Gay Street
Fridays 7 pm, Saturdays 1   5 pm and Sundays 3 pm
Admission: $9 per person ($7 for one adult accompanied by a child)
865.688.6570 or 865.588.8254
www.childrenstheatreknoxville.com

April 16
Dogwood Arts Street Painting Workshop

Lee Jones is conducting a workshop on the history of street painting and will give instruction and tips on working with chalk pastels.
Sponsored by: AvantiSavoia.com
Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
6 pm
Free Admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 16 – 19
Dogwood Arts Market Square Art Fair

Dogwood Arts Festival's signature event transforms downtown Knoxville into a street fair with high-quality artists and craftsmen, live demonstrations   hands on activities, performances, children's activities, street entertainers and festive food. Interactive art activities and demonstrations provided by Oak Ridge Art Center and Foothills Craft Guild members.
Market Square, Krutch Park, Market Street, Union Avenue
Thurs-Sat 11 am – 9 pm   Sun 11 am - 5 pm
Free admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 16 – May 3
The Who’s Tommy

Pete Townshend’s tale of a young boy’s journey from darkness to light-an evening of electrifying theatre, visionary rock and roll, and “maximum R B.”
Sponsored by: Schaad Companies
Clarence Brown Theatre
1714 Andy Holt Ave.
Wed –Sat 7:30 pm – Sun 2 pm
Prices vary. See website
865.974.2497
www.clarencebrowntheatre.com

April 17
Alive After Five

The Chuck Beattie Band
Blues and R B from Asheville, NC.
Sponsored by: ORNL Federal Credit Union, Cherokee Distributing Co., WDVX-89.5 FM, Knoxville News Sentinel, WVLT-TV
The Great Hall of the Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: $9.00 General; $5.00 – KMA members   Students w/ID; Free 17   under
865.934.2039
www.knoxart.org

April 17
Screenings of A Walk in the Spring Rain (Columbia, 1970)

Featuring Ingrid Bergman and Anthony Quinn. Long-time local musicians Tom and Tammie McCarroll-Burroughs are scheduled to perform a set of old time fiddle and guitar tunes, and speak about their experiences on the local set of “A Walk in the Spring Rain”. Additionally, vintage newsfilm clips from the McClung historical Collection/WBIR-TV Archive will feature coverage of Ingrid Bergman attending the work premier of the film at the Capri Theatre in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Sponsored by: McClung Historical Collection and the Tennessee Archive of Moving Image and Sound
East Tennessee History Center
601 S. Gay St.
7 pm – 9 pm
Free Admission
865.215.8856

April 17, 18,   19
Uniquely Knoxville Sampler

A Uniquely Knoxville Arts   Crafts Exhibit featuring local artists, crafters, locally grown foods, demonstrations, entertainment and Uniquely Knoxville merchandise.
Knoxville Visitor Center
301 S. Gay Street
April 17   18 11 am – 8 pm, April 19 12- 5 pm
Free admission
523-7263
www.knoxville.org

April 17, 18   19
Dogwood Arts Bus Tours of the Trails

Professionally guided tours are available through two of the area’s scenic Dogwood trails. The tour of Knoxville’s beautiful and architecturally significant Holston Hills neighborhood will include highlights of the historic homes along the way by Knox Heritage. The tour of the Farragut’s Dogwood Trail takes you through the wonderful Town of Farragut and three of their prestigious neighborhoods
Friday   Sunday: 11 am - Farragut and 2 pm – Holston Hills
Saturday: 11 am – Holston Hills and 2 pm – Farragut
Limited seating available. $12 per person
Advanced seats may be purchased in advance. Tickets are also available at Market Square.
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 18 – 19
Dogwood Arts Chalk Walk - NEW in 2009!

Dogwood Arts first Chalk Walk will feature large street paintings created by professional and student artists of all ages and levels.
Sponsored by AvantiSavoia.com
Market Square, Krutch Park   Extension
Sat. 8 am – 6 pm   Sun. 8 am – 5 pm
Free admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 18
Children’s Film Festival

A collection of classic cartoons and short comedy films from the golden age of Hollywood. Vintage Our Gang shorts, Felix the Cat, Popeye and other favorites will be featured in program for both children and the young at heart.
East Tennessee History Center
601 S. Gay Street
2 pm – 4 pm
Free admission

April 18
Historic Home Tours

Choice of sites offered with KAT buses providing transportation. Route A: Blount Mansion, Mabry-Hazen House and Crescent Bend. Route B: James White Fort, Ramsey House and Marble Springs.
Blount Mansion   James White Fort
200 W. Hill Ave.
9 am – 1 pm
Admission: $20 by reservation only
865.525.2375
www.blountmansion.org

April 19
Historic Fourth   Gill Tour of Homes

The Historic Fourth and Gill Tour of Homes offers visitors the opportunity to step inside several beautiful homes from the previous century. Enjoy a walk through one of Knoxville’s premiere historic districts while the dogwoods are in bloom and enjoy architecture from Queen Anne to craftsman style.
Fourth   Gill neighborhood (North of downtown)
1 pm – 6 pm
Admission: $10 per person (under 12 free)
865.521.7155

April 21
Dogwood Arts Diva Luncheon

A much anticipated gathering of the area's finest women in business and community leadership. With the theme of "We've Got a Shoe Attitude" guests enjoy "kicking up their heels", a celebrity shoe auction, and wearable art fashion show at this annual fundraising luncheon. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Sponsored by: Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center   Skirt! Magazine
Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
11 am – 1 pm
$40 advanced tickets are required
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 22
Dogwood Open Gardens Luncheon
James White Fort

April 23
Dogwood Arts Very Special Arts Celebration

This very special one-day event brings together over 400 children with mental or physical challenges in celebration of the arts, including music and movement, drama, and visual arts with both performance and hands-on activities.
West High School
9 am - 1 pm
Free admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 23 -26
Don Giovanni

Set on a dark NYC street in America’s 1940s, Don Giovanni is a notorious, sex-starved reprobate. His escapades turn sour when he rapes Anna and kills her father, an injured WWII hero, in the subsequent fight. After ruthless carousing, the Don further descends by visiting the memorial erected to the “General”. The marble monster comes to life: Giovanni arrogantly invites him to dinner. Accepting the invitation, the “General” drags the recalcitrant Don to hell!
Sponsored by: UT School of Music; UT Cultural Affairs Board; WUOT Radio
Bijou Theatre
803 S. Gay St.
Thurs. 23rd – 8 pm, Fri. 24th – 8 pm, Sat. 25th – 2 pm, Sun. 26th – 8 pm
Admission: General - $15; Senior -$10; Student -$5
865.523.2665
http://www.music.utk.edu/opera/index.html

April 24
Dogwood Arts Parade

Thousands watch this 90 minute extravaganza of floats, giant helium balloons, bands, equestrian groups, performing arts groups and specialty units in the annual march down Gay Street in celebration of the arts.
Gay Street
7 pm
Public viewing is free
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

Friday, April 24
Dogwood Mile

Amateur and pro runners will start in waves on Gay Street at Summit Hill, run to the Gay Street bridge, turn around and come down Gay Street, turn left on Wall Street and finish on Market Square. The party begins on Market Square when the first runner crosses the finish line.
Sponsored by: Covenant Health
5:30 - 8:45 pm - Registration on Market Square
8:45 pm - First heat takes off
Register early for $15 at www.dogwoodarts.com)
Register day of run and pay $20
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

April 24
Alive After Five
Justin Thompson

Swingin’ jazz and pop from New York City
Sponsored by: ORNL Federal Credit Union, Cherokee Distributing Co., WPVX-89.5 FM, Knoxville News Sentinel, WVLT-TV
The Great Hall of the Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: $9.00 General; $5.00 – KMA members   Students w/ID; Free 17   under
865.934.2039
www.knoxart.org

April 24
UT Graphic Design Senior Show

A one-day show featuring works by graduating seniors of the University of Tennessee’s Graphic Design program in the School of Art.
Emporium Center
100 S. Gay Street
6 pm – 9 pm
Free Admission
865.523.7543
www.knoxalliance.com

April 24- July 31
Barns, Yarns, and Landmarks

The exhibit will include photographs of historic barns and farm equipment from the area, country inspired loom creations and weavings, and also photographs of local historical landmarks.
Farragut Folklife Museum located inside Farragut Town Hall
11408 Municipal Center Drive
Monday- Friday 10 am- 4:30 pm
Free Admission
966-7057

April 28   29
STOMP!

Stomp is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, utterly unique and appeals to audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered an armful of awards and rave reviews, and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments - matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps-to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. As USA Today says, “Stomp finds beautiful noises in the strangest places.” See what all the noise is about!
Sponsored by: UT Center for Executive Education   Tradebank
Historic Tennessee Theatre
604 South Gay Street
7:30 pm
Admission: $29.50 - $69.50 plus applicable service fees
865.684.1200
www.tennesseetheatre.com

April 29
Tennessee Shines

Tennessee Shines showcases music from the Appalachian Foothills to the Mississippi delta and beyond, by well-known nationally recognized artist as well as up-and-coming artist who reflect our regions varied artistic culture. Hosted by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jim Lauderdale, Tennessee Shines broadcast live from the Bijou Theatre on the last Wednesday of every month.
Sponsored by: Pilot   Clayton Bank   Trust
Bijou Theatre
803 S. Gay St.
7 pm
Admission: $10 advance/$15 door plus applicable service fees
865.684.1200
www.knoxbijou.com

April 29
Gavin DeGraw Acoustic with Honey Honey

The Square Room
4 Market Square
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Admission: $21 in advance, $23 at the door
544-4144
www.myspace.com/thesquareroom

May 1 – 29
Dogwood Arts Knox County Art Educators’ Exhibition

Each year the Dogwood Arts Festival enjoys hosting the annual Knox County Art Educators Exhibition to showcase the extraordinary talents of the Knox County Schools' art instructors.
UT Gallery
106 S. Gay Street
Wed. – Fri. 11 am – 6 pm, Sat. 10 am – 3 pm
Free Admission
865.637.4561
www.dogwoodarts.com

Through April 17
Photography of Mike Naney   Clown Collection

Trained as a geologist, Naney’s interest in science influences his choice of photographic subject material. Using a camera since age eight, he uses his camera today to document geologic observations in the field as well as to record natural beauty on weekend excursions and family vacations. A trip to Alaska afforded Naney the opportunity to photograph the northern lights while a Hawaiian vacation gave him the chance to watch and photograph molten lava cooling to form new rock. He finds great satisfaction in making images that capture the essence of a beautiful scene and illustrate an earth science related concept, principle or process. The clown collection is on loan from Loretta Bradley, Folklife Museum Committee member.
Farragut Folklife Museum located inside Farragut Town Hall
11408 Municipal Center Drive
Monday- Friday 10 am- 4:30 pm
Free Admission
966-7054

Through April 19
Josh Simpson: A Visionary Journey in Glass

This exhibit follows the career of this self-taught master from his early traditional pieces to spectacular multi-layered works of the present. The selection of more than 100 objects documents his fascination with undersea life, astronomy, and the pure process of glass blowing.
Sponsored by: National Endowment for the Arts, Tennessee Arts Commission, the Art Alliance for Contemporary Glass, and Friends of Contemporary Glass.
Media sponsors include: AT T Real Yellow Pages, digital media graphix, Method Bureau, WBIR 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive
Free admission
865.525.6101
www.knoxart.org

Through May 3
River of Gold: Precolumbian Treasures from Sitio Conte

Traveling exhibition from the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
Sponsored by: Lucille S. Thompson Family Foundation
Frank H. McClung Museum
1327 Circle Park Drive
Monday – Saturday 9 am - 5 pm and Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
Free admission
865.974.2144
http://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu

Through April 24
Southern Appalachian Photography Club and the Knoxville Book Arts Guild

Visitors will have the opportunity to view both fine photography and exceptionally crafted hand-made books.
Fountain City Art Center
213 Hotel Ave.
Tues   Thurs 9 am – 5 pm, Wed   Fri 10 am – 5 pm, Sat 9am – 1 pm.
Free Admission
865.357.2787
www.fountaincityart.org

Daily
One Ton Tennessee Marble Show

Eight sculptures, weighing at least a ton each, all by different artist made from TN Marble. Each placed in a different location in the UT Gardens so that the elements of garden design and plant color, texture, and form accentuate the beauty of each sculpture.
UT Gardens
Neyland Drive (next to UT Veterinarian School)
Open daylight hours throughout 2009
Free Admission
865.974.7972
http://utgardens.tennessee.edu

Monday - Friday
Art   Architecture

A self-guided tour of more than 40 works in various mediums from local, regional, national and international artists celebrating the richness and diversity of East Tennessee. The collection which encompasses two floors of the building reflects the alluring environment of the area, the enduring majesty of our mountains, and the vitality of our cities and towns.
Knoxville Convention Center
701 Henley Street
Monday-Friday
8 am-5 pm Nights   weekends vary based upon event schedule.
Free Admission
865.522.5669
www.knoxvilleconventioncenter.com

WDVX Blue Plate Special

American Music Live on Center Stage at the Knoxville Visitor Center
Monday through Thursday
Knoxville Visitor Center
301 S. Gay Street
Fridays Live at The Square Room
4 Market Square
Noon – 1 pm
Free Admission
523-7263
www.wdvx.com

WDVX Blue Plate Special

American Music Live at the Square Room
Noon-1 pm
Free Admission
www.wdvx.com

April 3 – October 31
Art in Public Places Exhibition

Art comes in all shape and sizes. Experience some of the larger variety with Art in Public Places, an annual event featuring large-scale outdoor sculptures in downtown Knoxville.
www.dogwoodarts.com/news.html