As a Charleston area local, when was the last time you played tourist in your own town? Is it only when family comes to visit that you stroll on the beach, take in a show or dine at one of the area's culinary gems?It's time you remember exactly what drew you to the Lowcountry in the first place. So, block off a weekend or take a couple days off work … Read More
Crowds pack Brittlebank Park, craning their necks to see how far the dogs will jump in the DockDogs competition. It's one of the must-do events at the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition. People of all ages cheer on the dogs of all shapes, sizes and breeds - the ones who fly high and the ones who put on the brakes when they hit the edge of the pool.Deb Feller’s yellow Labrador mix … Read More
Wildlife art takes center stage at the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition Feb. 17-19 in Charleston. Collectors, admirers and wildlife lovers will be captivated by the incredible creations from artists around the globe. From sculpture and oil painting to watercolors and pastels, the variety of artwork comes to life at SEWE. These four artists featured at SEWE this year have completely different artistic styles but come together in their love of wildlife artwork.
As a 6-year-old child, Ezra Tucker would sit for hours watching the goldfish swim in his aquarium. In fact, he’d sit for so long, his parents started to get concerned. But Tucker was captivated by the fish, imprinting their shapes and colors into his memory so he could then paint and draw them later.
Artists from around the globe will showcase their interpretation of animals and art at the new exhibition “Lions and Tigers and Bears,” opening Oct. 20 at The Vendue.
In October, Charleston will welcome the Dance Theatre of Harlem to the Gaillard Center stage. This New York City dance troupe has performed around the globe, and its young artists are trained in classical ballet and the allied arts.
Charleston has a vibrant arts scene all year long, but one event truly showcases the power of art, theater, music and dance. Spoleto Festival USA brings internationally known and incredibly talented artists and performers to the Holy City for 17 days.
Peggy Watkins has been drawing animals since she was a child.
“I used to draw as a kid to bring the animals into the room with me,” she said. “I guess I am still doing so.”
It’s one thing to see a photograph of a painting or read about an artist’s methods and inspiration, but it’s quite another to experience some of the world’s best wildlife art up close and personal while meeting the artists and hearing the stories behind their incredible works.
Not only is it enjoyable to watch birds flock to a feeder in your backyard, but there are also plenty of environmental benefits to creating spaces where birds can nest, escape predators and make their homes.
When it comes to measuring educational achievement, educators and government officials put a great deal of emphasis on math and reading. While those subjects are undoubtedly important, arts education can yield equally important benefits for students at all ages.
Maybe it’s the spike heels, stairs, capes or dark lighting that’s making it tough for performers to maintain their balance while on stage.
Many people find classical music a little too “high society.” They are intimidated by symphony concerts and are unlikely to add Beethoven or Mozart to their iTunes playlist. But why? It’s just music.
When the Gaillard Center opens later this year, it will set the stage for world-class concerts, ballets and performances unlike anything Charleston has seen. Hosting all sorts of musical and arts events, the sky’s the limit when it comes to attracting the best.
Everywhere we look in Charleston we're surrounded by the arts. Entire streets are lined with galleries. Annual, world-class events like the Southeastern Wildlife Expo and the Spoleto Festival are, at their core, a celebration of the arts and artists. New theaters are opening regularly, and performance halls are booked each weekend with concerts and shows.
Charleston is truly a postcard-worthy city. Everywhere you turn there’s a breath-taking view, historic landmark or iconic building that contributes to the beauty of the city. Here are five spaces that have transformed – or soon will transform – the face of Charleston.
"Excepting a religious ceremonial, there is no occasion where greater dignity of manner is required of ladies and gentlemen both, than in occupying a box at the opera."
As a child growing up in Charleston, Quentin Baxter knew the Gaillard well. He'd been on public school field trips to the performance center and gone with his parents to see shows.
Everywhere we look in Charleston we're surrounded by the arts. Entire streets are lined with galleries. Annual, world-class events like the Southeastern Wildlife Expo and the Spoleto Festival are, at their core, a celebration of the arts and artists. New theaters are opening regularly, and performance halls are booked each weekend with concerts and shows.