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Francis Marion University Spring Recital

Francis Marion University Faculty Recital

Paolo Gualdi, piano

Francis Marion University Kassab Recital Hall, Hyman Fine Arts Center

Monday, February 10, 2020 at 7:30pm

Italian pianist Paolo André Gualdi has played recitals in Italy, France, Brazil and the United States for music organizations such as A.Gi.Mus., Accademia Ori, and Accademia Amadeus (Italy); Universidade Federal do Rio Grande so Sul and Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (Brazil); Musée Würth (France); International Piano Series of Charleston, American Liszt Society, Cincinnati Conservatory, and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival (U.S.A.). He has recorded for Mark Records and IFO Classics, and his performances have been broadcasted by radios such as NPR and Radio Vaticana.

Free admission, no advance reservations.

Francis Marion University Artist Series | Andrew Drannon

Francis Marion University Artist Series

Andrew Drannon, pianist and composer

Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center

Downtown Florence

Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 7:30pm

Andrew Drannon is a writer and composer based in New York. He hails from Memphis, Tennessee, where he worked as Professor of Music Technology and Composition at Rhodes College. He holds an MFA from NYU’s Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program and was a composer fellow at the Bang on a Can Summer Festival. In 2018, he formed Awen Productions, an arts organization dedicated to innovative new work that helps people connect.

Tickets to the general public are $5, as space allows.

Tickets are available to FMU students, faculty, and staff at no charge upon showing an FMU ID.

FMU PAC Ticket Office at 201 South Dargan Street is open Monday through Friday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, or by calling 843-661-4444.

Francis Marion University Artist Series | Evgenia Pirshina

Francis Marion University Artist Series:

Evgenia Pirshina, mezzo-soprano

Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center

Downtown Florence

Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 7:30pm

Evgenia Pirshina was born in Moscow, Russia. She graduated in piano from the Emil Gilels School of Music and in piano and vocal from Moscow State Pedagogical University. She has also participated in masterclasses by Robert Desimone (Britain) and Elizabeth Bice Cavalli (Austria).

Tickets to the general public are $5, as space allows.

Tickets are available to FMU students, faculty, and staff at no charge upon showing an FMU ID.

FMU PAC Ticket Office at 201 South Dargan Street is open Monday through Friday, 12:00pm – 5:00pm, or by calling 843-661-4444.

Florence Symphony Youth Orchestra – Auditions

Auditions for the Florence Symphony and Youth Orchestra
The Florence Symphony Youth Orchestra will hold auditions for the 2018/19 Season at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center.
Youth Orchestra auditions are May 15 for strings and May 22 for winds/brass/percussion. 
Visit http://www.florencesymphony.com/fsyo-auditions to submit an online application, view audition requirements and reserve your spot.
For more information, contact FSYO music director and conductor, Ricky Hyman, at fsyorchestra@gmail.com. 
 
 
 

Florence Symphony Youth Orchestra – Auditions

Auditions for the Florence Symphony and Youth Orchestra
The Florence Symphony Youth Orchestra will hold auditions for the 2018/19 Season at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center.
Youth Orchestra auditions are May 15 for strings and May 22 for winds/brass/percussion. 
Visit http://www.florencesymphony.com/fsyo-auditions to submit an online application, view audition requirements and reserve your spot.
For more information, contact FSYO music director and conductor, Ricky Hyman, at fsyorchestra@gmail.com. 
 
 
 

Florence Symphony Orchestra – Auditions

Auditions for the Florence Symphony
The Florence Symphony Orchestra will hold auditions for the 2018/19 Season at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center.
Auditions for the FSO are Monday, May 7 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. 
To schedule an audition, contact Mark Jackson, FSO Personnel Manager, at markjacksonfso@gmail.com.

Starr Ward Chamber Music Concerts – Spring 2018 – Sara Ann Mitchell Jebaily

Starr Ward Chamber Music Concerts Announces 

the last of Two Special Concerts presented this Spring as part of the Florence Downtown Development Corporation Starr Ward Chamber Music Concerts.

Sunday, May 6 Sara Ann Mitchell Jebaily, soprano

An emerging coloratura soprano, Sara is known for her shimmering voice and engaging stage presence. Most recently, Sara performed the role of the first maid in Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro with Austin Lyric Opera. As a regular at Des Moines Metro Opera, Ms. Mitchell performed the role of the First Niece in Britten’s Peter Grimes, and covered the roles of Lisette in Pucinni’s La rondine and Sister Constance in Poulenc’s Dialogues of the Carmelites.

Sara also toured with Opera Iowa, the educational outreach division of Des Moines Metro Opera.

 

The concerts will be performed in the banquet hall of Victor’s Bistro in the Hotel Florence at 5PM. Admission is $10 at the door. A meet the Artist reception will follow.

 

Florence Little Theatre presents JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

Florence Little Theatre presents JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, directed by Shaw Thompson.

The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to life in this vibrant family musical. Sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, Joseph perseveres and, using wit and faith, rises to become Pharaoh’s second-in-command. Featuring unforgettable songs such as “Any Dream Will Do,” “Jacob and Sons” and “Close Every Door,” this delightful musical parable is one of the most enduring shows of all time.

Recommended minimum age 7+. Length 2+ hours.  Sponsored by Quality Service Co. and Daikin Residential HVAC.

Tickets $25 Adult    $20 Senior 62+    $16 Student/Child

For more information and to purchase tickets click here http://www.florencelittletheatre.org/shows

Performances:

Friday, April 27 at 7:30 PM

Saturday, April 28 at 7:30 PM

Sunday, April 29 at 3:00 PM

Tuesday, May 1 at 7:30 PM

Wednesday, May 2 at 7:30 PM

Thursday, May 3 at 7:30 PM

Friday, May 4 at 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 5 at 7:30 PM

Sunday, May 6 at 3:00 PM

FLORENCE COUNTY MUSEUM – Mornings at the Museum

The Education Department of the Florence County Museum announces the Mornings at the Museum for 2017 – 2018.

Mornings at the Museum is an interactive program for children ages 3-5 and their accompanying adult. This program is offered during the school year on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 10:00 am – 11:00 am. The 1st Wednesday of each month will be history related topics. The 3rd Wednesday of each month will be Visual Arts related topics. Each program will include a gallery visit, story time, and hands-on studio activity.

Free, Registration Required

Florence Symphony Orchestra – Symphonic Rock

The Florence Symphony Orchestra Presents

Symphonic Rock

Monday, April 30th,  7:30 pm

in Downtown Florence at the Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center

Season subscriptions for 2018-19 go on sale this same evening!