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Knoxville Children’s Theatre, in partnership with the Clayton Foundation will present a live production of “The Scarlet Letter.” The play is based on the famous novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne. This production brings the story to life on stage for teens so they appreciate and better understand the writing of Nathaniel Hawthorne. The play will be […]

Ensemble Schumann is a dazzling, colorful trio of soloists Tom Gallant, oboe; Steve Larson, viola; and Sally Pinkas, piano. Youth Interest: Live acoustic music. Oboe, viola, and piano trio. Professional music careers. Family friendly. All subscription concerts feature at least one composition by a composer from an underrepresented group, i.e. women and people of color. […]

Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra: Musical Soundscapes with guest soloists Shelby Shankland, flute; Karen Kartal, violin; and Malcolm Matthews, harpsichord How do sounds and music define a sense of place? Journey with Music Director Dan Allcott, the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra, and the music of composers Jennifer Jolley, Takuma Itoh (photo credit Ben Ferrari), Gabriela Lena […]

Come celebrate the work of Elizabeth Gould at our next Family Fun Day! We are partnering with the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology for exciting activities, mini-presentations, gallery explorations and more. Registration is required and space is limited: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visit-the-museum-family-day-tickets-195957402867 Open to students outside of Knox County? YES Advance reservations required? YES Contact: 865-974-2144

Fast or slow… Chemistry makes it go! Join Dr. Al Hazari for his 31st annual presentation of the National Chemistry Week show! www.acs.org/ncw Open to kids age 2 - 102 years old! Free Admission and no reservations needed! For more information, please contact ahazari@utk.edu Per UTK policy, face masks are required for all inside the […]

With special guest artist Jeff Midkiff, composer and mandolin The full Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra and the combined Oak Ridge Chorus and Roane Choral Society, open ORCMA’s 2021–2022 subscription season with Native Lands, Take 2, on Sunday, October 10, 2021, 3:00 PM at the Performing Arts Center at Oak Ridge High School. The concert features […]

Virtuoso musician and composer Jeff Midkiff presents a free music improvisation workshop with a focus on Appalachian and folk music, Saturday, October, 9, 2021 in the Performing Arts Center Lobby at Oak Ridge High School. Music lovers, professional musicians, and budding musicians of all ages, instruments, and genres are invited to attend and participate. With […]

For All Grades – ages 5 and up Back by popular demand after a sold-out run in 2003, this fabulous musical is based on the true story of Patsy’s long friendship with fan, Louise Seger, and features 27 classic songs including Crazy, Walkin’ After Midnight, She’s Got You, Sweet Dreams, and Back in Baby’s Arms. […]

Recommend for Mature Middle School Students - no children under 5 “Dungeons & Dragons… and more… come to life in this adventure-filled story about sisterhood and acceptance.” Agnes, the “average” sister, discovers a fantasy gaming notebook written by Tilly, her “anything-but-average” sister, that offers unexpected clues into her sister’s life. Determined to know Tilly better, […]

Recommended for Grades 9-12 - no children under 5 “A Broadway smash hit and spectacular, atypical mystery.” Christopher, an extraordinary young man, discovers the slain body of his neighbor’s dog. Determined to find the killer, he embarks on his first-ever excursion, carefully following the evidence wherever it leads him. His detective work takes the young […]