Calendar Events for August, 2010
When: Sunday, August 1
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andrews Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Sunday, August 1 thu Monday, August 2
Where: Highlands Performing Arts Center
What: HCCMF:Mozart Violin/Viola Duo, Chopin Cello
Sunday, August 1 – Highlands HCCMF: William Preucil, violin, Charae Krueger, cello; Yinzi Kong, viola; Victor Asuncion, piano Program: Mozart Violin/Viola Duo, Chopin Cello Sonata, Schumann Piano Quartet Performing Arts Center, Highlands. 5:00 PM $28. students $5. 828-526-9060
When: Monday, August 2
Where: Albert Carlton Library, Cashiers
What: HCCMF: Mozart Violin/Viola Duo, Chopin Cello
HCCMF: William Preucil, violin; Charae Krueger, cello; Yinzi Kong, viola; Victor Asuncion, piano Program: Mozart Violin/Viola Duo, Chopin Cello Sonata, Schumann Piano Quartet Albert Carlton Library, Cashiers. 5:00 PM $28. students $5. 828-526-9060
When: Mondays, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (5 sessions)
Where: Highlands Civic Center
What: CLE:BRIDGE: BIDDING PART II
This basic course covers: responder rebids NT: opener rebids NT; takeout doubles; preempts; the strong, artificial two club opening bid. This course is for people who are currently playing a little bridge, but want to fill up some gaps in their bidding. We will spend about half of the time with presentation, exercises, and discussion, and the rest playing prepared hands to illustrate topics.
Presenter: Duane Meeter Facilitator: John Newsome Time: 9:30 – 11:30 Cost: $75 members $95 non-members Limit: 30
When: Monday, August 2
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andrews Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Tuesday, August 3
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andrews Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Tuesday, August 3
Where: Performing Arts Center (downstairs)
What: CLE:THE U.S RELATIONSHIP WITH KOREA
SINCE WORLD WAR II The U.S. occupation of Korea at the end of WW II transformed the American relationship with that country. Within five years the United States was engaged there in the first major hot war of the Cold War era. Why did the U.S. occupy half of Korea in 1945? How and why did that occupation and its aftermath lead to the Korean War? Why did the U.S. commit itself to the defense of the Republic of Korea following the armistice? Why has the alliance endured for a generation after the Cold War ended? How is the alliance likely to fare in the years to come? These questions will serve as the focal point for analysis and discussion.
Presenter: Dr. William Stueck Facilitators: Mark and Kathy Whitehead Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Cost: $20 members $30 non-members
When: Tuesdays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (5 sessions)
Where: Episcopal Church of the Incarnation
What: CLE:FINDING AND FOLLOWING AN AUTHENTIC LIFE
Based on the book Callings by Gregg Levoy, this five-week book study class appeals to “seekers” of all ages. Through journaling, discussion, reading and optional experiential homework exercises, participants can learn how to lead lives more aligned with their truest values. If you have ever felt mysteriously called to do something, would like to learn how to decipher these impulses, or know about the avenues through which they come, this is the class for you. Book purchase and weekly reading assignments required.
Presenter: Betty Holt Facilitator: Freddie Flynt Time: 2:00 – 4:30 Cost: $70 members, $80 non-members plus $15 workbook fee Limit: 12
When: Wednesday, August 4
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andresws Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Thursday, August 5
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andrews Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Thursday, August 5
Where: Meet at Bryson’s lower parking lot
What: CLE:A MUSICAL EVENING at BREVARD MUSIC CENTER
The Marriage of Figaro Mozart’s opera “The Marriage of Figaro” is a witty, profound tale of love, betrayal and forgiveness, set in Count Almaviva’s castle in Seville in the late 18th Century. It is based on a play by Beaumarchais and is a sequel to “The Barber of Seville.” As the opera opens, the marriage of the Count and Rosina has gone sour because of his philandering. Figaro has quit barbering and is now the Count’s major-domo. He is engaged to Suzanna, who is the Countess’ maid and the Count’s intended conquest. Old Bartolo is back to seek revenge on Figaro for thwarting his claim on the young Rosina, with the help of the slimy music-master, Don Basilio. Adding to the fun are an amorous teenager, a scheming old maid, a drunken gardener, and a silly young girl. Much happens on a single crazy day. This program will include a leisurely bus trip to the Brevard Music Center with a boxed supper before the performance. (The performance will be the final dress rehearsal.) Deadline for reservations is Monday, June 19 Facilitator: Joanna Rainey Time: Leave Highlands at 4:15 p.m. Cost: $80 members, $90 non-members Limit: 45
When: Thursday, August 5
Where: Highlands Nature Center
What: Blue Ridge Perspectives
The Natural World thru Words and Images George Ellison, Author and Elizabeth Ellison, Painter Time: 7:00 p.m. Phone: 828-526-2623
When: Friday, August 6
Where: Highlands Performing Arts Center
What: HCCMF: The Eroica Trio
Program: Beethoven Trio Op.11, Turina Op. 35, Schumann F Major Time:6:00 PM Cost:$28 Students $5 Phone:828-526-9060
When: Friday, August 6
Where: Performing Arts Center (downstairs)
What: CLE:A TOUR OF THE UNIVERSE
The Ultimate Mega Transect For the ancients, the Universe was Earth and what they saw in the heavens were events designed exclusively for their benefit. By the Middle Ages, this view of the Universe had been elevated to religious dogma. Today we know that the Universe is enormous, that it has existed for billions of years, and that we are not located at the center, because there is no center. This course is an introduction to how our modern understanding of the Universe has evolved and a survey of our current understanding of the beautiful, astonishing, amazing, wondrous Universe of which we are a part. Presenter: Dr. Robert McMahan Facilitator: Bill Hartman Time: 2:00 – 4:00 Cost: $20 members $30 non-members
When: Friday, August 6
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andrews Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Saturday, August 7
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andrews Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Saturday, August 7
Where: Albert Carlton Library, Cashiers
What: HCCMF: The Eroica Trio
HCCMF: The Eroica Trio Program: Beethoven Trio Op. 11, Turina Op. 35, Schumann F Major Albert Carlton Library, Cashiers. 5:00 PM Cost:$28 Students $5 Phone: 828-526-9060
When: Saturday, August 7
What: Historical Home Tour
More Details to Come!
When: Saturday, August 7
Where: Cashiers Library
What: HCCMF: The Eroica Trio
Beethoven, Schumann Ticket information: 828-526-9060
When: Sunday, August 8
Where: Village Green in Cashiers
What: Highlands Plateau Audubon Society Picnic
Time: 5 p.m. Location: Village Green in Cashiers Bring a covered dish and $5 for hamburgers. For additional information call Brock Hutchins at 828-787-1387.
When: Sunday, August 8 thru Monday, August 9
Where: Highands Performing Arts Center
What: HCCMF: Anton Nel, piano; Brice Andrus
Program: Schumann: Fantasie Pieces with Clarinet, Adagio and Allegro with Horn, Folk Pieces with Cello; Chopin: Barcarolle, Ab Ballade, 3 Waltzes, Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise Time:5:00 PM Cost: $28 Students $5 Phone: 828-526-9060
When: Sunday, August 8
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: The Andrews Brothers
Showing through Sunday, August 8 Andrews Brothers opens at an afternoon rehearsal for a USO show in the South Pacific. Max, Lawrence and Patrick Andrews are rehearsing with pin-up girl Peggy Jones for the big show that night. What Peggy doesn’t know is that the brothers are really just the stagehands for the show – her back-up singers didn’t arrive in time, and the boys were recruited by the Major in charge to fill in where needed. Just as they assume all will work out well, a radiogram arrives with the news that the headliners for tonight’s show, The Andrews Sisters, have been held in quarantine in Hawaii. The show must be cancelled. Unless, of course, there’s a way for the Andrews Sisters to appear...Mistaken identities and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of 'Some Like It Hot’) along with the music of an entire generation highlight this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World War II.
Phone: 828-526-2695
When: Monday, August 10
Where: Albert Carlton Library, Cashiers
What: HCCMF: Schumann
HCCMF: Anton Nel, piano; Brice Andrus, horn; Laura Ardan, clarinet, Christopher Rex, cello Program: Schumann: Fastasie Pieces with Clarinet, Adagio and Allegro with Horn, Folk Pieces with Cell; Chopin: Barcarolle, Ab Ballade, 3 Waltzes, Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise Time: 5:00 PM Cost: $28 Students $5. Phone: 828-526-9060
When: Tuesday, August 10
Where: Performing Arts Center (upstairs)
What: CLE: A TWISTED VINE
The Palestinian Israeli Conflict The Palestinian-Israeli drama appears as one of the most intractable conflicts of the 20th century. This impression is exacerbated by dueling (and often times obfuscating) narratives about the causes and issues of this tragedy. The lecture will provide a scholarly and balanced view of the history of the conflict by way of explaining the elusiveness of resolution and peace between Jews and Arabs. We will trace this story from the emergence of Zionism and Palestinian nationalism to the Oslo Accords and later events in order to understand the opportunities and challenges facing both peoples.
Presenter: Dr. Akram Khater Facilitator: Lynn DeVille Time: 10:00 – 12:00 Cost: $25 members $35 non-members
When: Wednesday, August 11
Where: Performing Arts Center (downstairs)
What: CLE:THE LEGEND OF THE H.L. HUNLEY
In 2001 the first submarine to sink an enemy ship was raised from the depths of the Charleston harbor after being submerged for 150 years. The technology built into this ship is still used in submarines being built today. As an archaeological time capsule, it has become a great source of informational artifacts of the 1860’s. The recovery and preservation of the various materials has become an international project, establishing new protocols that will influence future undersea archaeology. Modern DNA and forensics have helped identify the crewmembers and what they may have looked like. Clemson University’s artifact preservation techniques have established the standard for future maritime recoveries.
Presenter: Clarence Balch Facilitator: Lewis Doggett Time: 10:00 – 12:00 Cost: $20 members $30 non-members
When: Wednesday, August 11
Where: Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: HCCMF: Bach at Bucks
With the Vega String Quartet Buck’s Coffee Café, Main Street, Highlands. Time:8:00 PM Free. 828-526-9060
When: Thursday, August 12 thru Sunday, August 22
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Friday, August 13
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Friday, August 13
Where: Performing Arts Center (downstairs)
What: CLE: THE HUMAN FORM DIVINE
Portraits in Early Modern Literature and Painting Our human identity is presented in a variety of ways through art and literature. This interactive presentation will consider both creative outlets. What does it mean to be a human being? What is a human’s relationship with God? What constitutes beauty in an individual? What does it mean to be an individual? How does one participate in the world via the contemplative life or public service? We will consider the many answers to these and similar questions by reading excerpted texts from poets, theologians, and philosophers: Shakespeare, Milton, Ignatius, Luther, Hobbes, Locke and Rousseau. We will complement our inquiry by viewing and interpreting portraits by such painters as Massachio, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Brueghel, Poussin and Rembrandt. Presenter: Dr. Mary (Mimi) Fenton Facilitator: Lewis Doggett Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Cost: $20 members $30 non-members
When: Friday, August 13
Where: Highands Performing Arts Center
What: HCCMF: The Vega String Quartet
HCCMF: The Vega String Quartet; Eric Pritchard, violin Program: Mozart K. 80, David Kirkland Garner: “i ain’t broke (but i am badly bent): thirteen fiddle tunes for string quartet” and Beethoven Op. 132 String Quartets Time: 5:00 PM Cost:$28 Students $5 Phone: 828-526-9060
When: Saturday, August 14
Where: Highlands Performing Arts Center
What: HCCMF/CLE: Charles Wadsworth
Program: Festival/CLE class: Mr. Wadsworth: My Life with Chamber Music Performing Arts Center, Highlands. 10:00 AM-12 Noon Phone: 828-526-8811
When: Saturday, August 14
Where: Performing Arts Center (upstairs)
What: CLE: CHARLES WADSWORTH
My Life with Chamber Music During this spirited interview between the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival’s Artistic Director William Ransom and Charles Wadsworth, you will catch a glimpse into the extraordinary life of Charles Wadsworth, from his early days in Newnan, Georgia, to studies at Juilliard and his friendships with reknowned composers and performers of the last fifty years. Mr. Wadsworth is a legend in the field of Chamber Music in America. Founder of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in 1969, he led it as Artistic Director and pianist for twenty years. From 1977-2009, Mr. Wadsworth has been one of the Artistic Directors of the Spoleto USA Festival in Charleston, SC. The lecture will be followed the next day by Mr. Wadsworth performing with Mr. Ransom and the Vega String Quartet in the HCCMF’s final Gala concert. (For tickets to the concert contact the Chamber Music Festival at 828 526-9060 or go to www.h-cmusicfestival.org. Presenters: Charles Wadsworth and William Ransom Facilitator: Joanna Rainey Time: 10:00 – 12:00 Cost: $25 members $35 non-members
When: Saturday, August 14
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Saturday, August 14
Where: Albert Carlton Library, Cashiers
What: HCCMF: The Vega String Quartet
Eric Pritchard, violin Program: Mozart K. 80, David Kirkland Garner: “i ain’t broke (but i am badly bent): thirteen fiddle tunes for string quartet” and Beethoven Op. 132 String Quartets Time: 5:00 PM Cost:$28 Students $5 Phone: 828-526-9060
When: Sunday, August 15
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Sunday, August 15
Where: Highands Performing Arts Center
What: HCCMF: Final Gala Concert & Dinner
HCCMF: Final Gala with Charles Wadsworth, piano; the Vega String Quartet; Eric Pritchard, violin and William Ransom, piano Program: Handel-Halvorsen Duo, Debussy Petite Suite for piano four-hands, Schumann Piano Quartet, Beethoven String Quartet Op. 59, #3 Time:5:00 PM Cost:$125-includes dinner at Wildcat Cliff Country Club. Tickets for concert not sold separately. 828-526-9060
When: Monday, August 16
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Tuesday, August 17
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Tuesday, August 17
Where: The Hudson Library, Highlands
What: Take Charge of Your Health Lecture Series
If You Want To Feel Good, You MUST Eat Well Time: 6:00 pm Phone: 828-526-3709
When: Wednesday, August 18
Where: Highlands Biological Station
What: Native Plants
Time: 10:00 a.m. to Noon Cyndi Banks, horticultural specialist, will guide you through the beautiful gardens with unique native plant displays and around the lakeside trails of the Highlands Botanical Gardens. This is a wonderful oportunity to learn about native plants in the wild and for landscaping purposes. To register, call George Kaye at 828-349-6458.
When: Wednesday, August 18
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Wednesday, August 18
Where: Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: 5th Annual Loving Literacy: A Premier Gala
When: Wednesday, August 18
Where: Performing Arts Center (downstairs)
What: CLE: IKEBANA – SIMPLY
Anyone can learn the beautiful art of ikebana. This hands-on lesson will teach you the basic steps of arranging a simple upright style arrangement. Best of all you will be able to take your arrangement home with you to enjoy. The Japanese art form of ikebana is over 600 years old and the Ohara School of Ikebana is one of the oldest schools of ikebana in Japan. Participants are to bring paper and pencil for notes, small hand towel, bucket to take home their arrangement, and ikebana scissors. Also bring a camera if you wish to take pictures of your finished arrangement. (Kenzan and container will be loaned by Stone Lantern) Presenter: Sibbie Wilson Facilitators: Bruce and Trisha Roellke Time: 1:00 – 3:00 Cost: $55 members $65 non-members (includes completed arrangement) Limit: 24
When: Thursday, August 19
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Friday, August 20
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Friday, August 20
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: HCP:Dearly Departed
Outrageous Southern Comedy. Evenings: 7:30 p.m. Sundays: 2:30 p.m. 828-526-8084
When: Saturday, August 21
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: HCP:Dearly Departed
Outrageous Southern Comedy. Evenings: 7:30 p.m. Phone: 828-526-8084
When: Saturday, August 21
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Sunday, August 22
Where: Highlands Playhouse
What: Lettice & Lovage
Lettice and Lovage is a comedic play by Peter Shaffer, author of Equus and Amadeus. The play was written specifically for Dame Maggie Smith, who originated the title role of Lettice Douffet in both the English and American runs of the production.The play was originally produced in London in 1987. Its two-year run of 768 performances at the Gielgud Theatre counts as one of the longer runs in London theatrical history. The play was revised by Shaffer in 1988, and it was that revised version that later ran in New York. Lettice and Lovage’s first American production opened with a preview performance in New York, New York at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on March 13, 1990. It ran from March 25, 1990 to December 23, 1990 with a total of 286 performances.
When: Monday, August 23
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: HCP:Dearly Departed
Outrageous Southern Comedy Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone: 828-526-8084
When: Monday, August 23
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: HIGHLANDS CASHIERS PLAYERS
AUDITION NOTICE HCP director Dr. Ronnie Spilton is looking for 16 performers to star in the fall production of Clarence Day’s classic family drama/comedy Life With Father written for the stage by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse. Set in the 1880’s, this three act play tells the story of the red-headed Day family: father Clare, mother Vinnie, their four sons plus an assortment of maids, friends, and relatives. The plot centers on the “epic struggle” to have father properly baptized. AUDITION DATES: Monday, August 23 and Tuesday, August 24, 2010 PLACE: Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center (PAC) 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC TIME: 5:30 pm CAST: 4 adult males; 2 adult females 4 boys ranging in age from 6 – 17 1 teenage girl 5 females of varying ages to play maids 1 red haired small dog ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Scripts/synopses are available at both the Highlands and Cashiers libraries. No formal audition preparation is needed. Performance Dates: October 28-31; November 4-7, 2010. For additional information or audition date conflict, contact director Ronnie Spilton at 828-526-0306; rspilton@verizon.net or assistant director Kirk Howard at 828-734-5756; kirk@bearap.com
When: Tuesday, August 24
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: HIGHLANDS CASHIERS PLAYERS
AUDITION NOTICE HCP director Dr. Ronnie Spilton is looking for 16 performers to star in the fall production of Clarence Day’s classic family drama/comedy Life With Father written for the stage by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse. Set in the 1880’s, this three act play tells the story of the red-headed Day family: father Clare, mother Vinnie, their four sons plus an assortment of maids, friends, and relatives. The plot centers on the “epic struggle” to have father properly baptized. AUDITION DATES: Monday, August 23 and Tuesday, August 24, 2010 PLACE: Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center (PAC) 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC TIME: 5:30 pm CAST: 4 adult males; 2 adult females 4 boys ranging in age from 6 – 17 1 teenage girl 5 females of varying ages to play maids 1 red haired small dog ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Scripts/synopses are available at both the Highlands and Cashiers libraries. No formal audition preparation is needed. Performance Dates: October 28-31; November 4-7, 2010. For additional information or audition date conflict, contact director Ronnie Spilton at 828-526-0306; rspilton@verizon.net or assistant director Kirk Howard at 828-734-5756; kirk@bearap.com
When: Wednesday, August 25
Where: Highlands Biological Station
What: Tour of the Coweeta Hydrological Station
Time: 9:00 Noon Jason Love, site manager for the Long Term Research program, will outline the latest researech being conducted by scientists on forest management practices, invasive species, and climate change. After a brief video presentation, Jason will take the group out on a field tour of various study sites in the Coweeta basin. Meet at Smoky Mountain Visitor Center, Otto, at 8:30 a.m. to carpool to the Station. Call George Kay at 349-6458 to reserve space.
When: Wednesday, August 25
Where: Village Green, Cashiers
What: HCLT: Village Nature Series
"Landslides of WNC", Rick Wooten Time: 6:00 pm Cost: Free No reservations required.
When: Wednesday, August 25
Where: Highlands Cashiers Land Trust
What: Village Nature Series
In Cashiers. Everyone is welcome. Come learn something new at these free and fun educational lectures. Call 828-526-1111 or visit our website for more details.
When: Thursday, August 26 thru Thursday, September 2
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: A Gala Art Sale!
Bukovnik, Polites, Dali, Erte and more as well as 150 Audubon prints-900 works of art, 200 artists from the four Galleries of Ann Jacob and her personal collection as well. Time: 9 to 6 pm Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Friday, August 27
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: A Presentation of art work by Ann Smith
Time: 10:00 to 10:30 and 2 to 2:30 pm Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Monday, August 27
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: Gala Opening Wine Reception
Gala Opening Wine Reception, open to the public. Music by Cy Timmons. Time: 6 to 7 pm Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Friday, August 27
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: Dinner with Art Collector Ann Jacob
Dinner in the exclusive wine room with Art Collector and Dealer Ann Jacob. Time: 7 - 9:30 pm Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Friday, August 27
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: HCP:Dearly Departed
Outrageous Southern comedy. Evenings: 7:30 p.m. Phone: 828-526-8084
When: Friday, August 27
Where: Peak's Creek
What: HCLT: Eco Tour
Guided hikes and day trips. Cost: $5 members, $35 new friends Reservations required: 526-1111
When: Saturday, Augst 28
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: A Presentation of art by Artist G. Newington
Time: 2 to 2:30 pm Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Saturday, August 28
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: Gala of the Arts Wine Reception
Open to the public. Time: 5 to 6:30 pm Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Saturday, August 28
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: Dearly Departed
Outrageous Southern comedy. Evenings: 7:30 p.m. Phone: 828-526-8084
When: Sunday, August 29
Where: Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, Highlands
What: Dearly Departed
Outrageous Southern comedy. Evenings: 7:30 p.m. Phone: 828-526-8084 Time: 2:30 matinee 7:30 p.m.
When: Sunday, August 29
Where: Highlands Community Center
What: Fiesta
Admission: $10.00 per person to benefit the International Friendship Center. The entrance price includes the meal and on drink.
When: Sunday, August 29
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: A Presentation of art work by Artist Alexie
Time: 10 to 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Monday, August 30
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: A Presentation of art work by Artist Ed Hofer
Time: 10 to 10:30 and 2 to 2:30 p.m. Phone: 404-542-2773
When: Tuesday, August 31
Where: Old Edwards Inn & Spa Executive Conference Center
What: A Presntation of art work by Artist M. Riley
Time: 10 a.m. to 10:30 and 2 to 2:30 p.m. Phone: 404-542-2773
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