Based upon the enthusiastic response to last year’s program of original compositions by pianist John Mochnick, Jazz Classique returns to Summerfest 2026 following the same template with an all-new program entitled “A Jazz Collective: Part II”. Selections include the six-movement “Petite Suite” which combines elements of jazz and classical music plus Latin, blues, and straight-ahead […]
Let’s get technical. This week, campers will not only learn about all of the production roles, but they will also experience those roles as they support the Once Upon a Mattress: Youth Edition production. Set, costume, and light designers will explain their process and work with the campers as they put the final touches on […]
Theatre is a safe and accepting space to explore how we express ourselves. Campers will learn how facial expressions, body language and voice can express how they or their character is feeling. This camp will be full of funny faces and dramatic sorrow.An expressive showcase will be at the end of the week.Campers will learn:Emotional […]
Performances: July 24 - 26 6:00 PM; July 25 & 26 2:00 PM Performances at Cissna Performance Place Tickets starting at $14.50 Run Time: 1 Hour
SOMETHING ROTTEN! Surry Arts Players Andy Griffith Playhouse, Mount Airy, NC Friday, July 24, 2026, 7:00 pm Saturday, July 25, 2026, 7:00 pm Sunday, July 26, 2026, 3:00 pm Tickets $25/$20 Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten! Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write […]
Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the 100th birthday of two of jazz’s most influential legends—Miles Davis and John Coltrane. This concert explores the groundbreaking music that transformed modern jazz, from cool sophistication and modal innovation to fiery improvisation and spiritual depth. Featuring iconic selections from landmark recordings such as Kind of Blue, Sketches of Spain, Blue Train, and A […]
Sitcoms, stand-up, sketch; in this camp, we’ll explore everything that makes us laugh. Campers will learn about timing and how to set up for that perfect laugh-out-loud moment. Come out and have a laugh with us!There will be a comedic showcase at the end of the week.Campers will learn:Body LanguagePresentationPublic Speaking
Come Make a Scene with us! Campers will explore the parts of a scene: the characters, the set, the costumes, and the story. They will learn basic stage direction and theatre skills while coming up with their own Scene to perform.There will be a final showcase of their Scene at the end of the week.Campers […]
Conductor Mark Norman leads a chat about the historic origins of the American Music Ensemble and Scott Joplin’s influence.
Kinnfolk presents Star Above the Mountain, an evocative musical journey tracing the roots of Celtic tradition as it crossed the Atlantic and took hold in the Appalachian Mountains. Blending original compositions with centuries-old ballads and dance tunes, the program explores the enduring connections between Irish, Scottish, and Appalachian musical traditions—stories of migration, resilience, faith, family, and […]
Presented in “Spanglish,” a blended English-Spanish version to be enjoyed by speakers of both languages. The performance is in partnership with the Encanto Performing Arts Program, a collaboration between Hispanic League and Spring Theatre. Carlos Nieto, narrator; Peter Shanahan, flute; Matthew Covington, oboe; Ron Rudkin, clarinet; Joe Mount, horn; Brianna Cantwell, bassoon; Bev Naiditch, percussion
Join Mark Norman on July 28 for a free Latte & Learn discussion ahead of this concert. This 11-piece ensemble features works by Joplin, including The Entertainer and Maple Leaf Rag, as well as Sousa marches, including The Washington Post and The Stars and Stripes Forever. Mark Norman, conductor
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