Cultural Compendium: Dozens and dozens of events this fall in the art world in Beaufort Co.
THE TOGGLE
We’re midway through the phenomenal events of “Crescendo,” and are approaching the holiday season and its spectacular offerings.
In an effort to gather and spread the excitement of our shared and inventively appropriated information, we’ve toggling together this special version of our compendium to include the remarkable performing, musical and visual arts events coming up between now and the end of the year.
So here we go ...
GOOD NEWS
We are pleased to announce that Natalie Harvey, an experienced leader in arts and culture, has joined the Town of Hilton Head Island as its new director of cultural affairs.
As director, Natalie is responsible for developing and implementing a civic plan for enhancement of the entertainment, arts, culture, and heritage assets of Hilton Head Island — working with arts and culture organizations and stakeholders across the region, and marketing the Island as a vibrant cultural destination.
PERFORMING ARTS
ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
This deviously delicious sci-fi rock musical follows hapless floral assistant, Seymour, who spends his days tending to sad little flowers as well as his wilting hope of a better life beyond skid row. Suddenly, after an unexpected “total eclipse of the sun,” Seymour discovers a new breed of plant — a cross between a Venus flytrap and an avocado!
Seymour is catapulted to fame as the caretaker of the succulent sensation, and the whole city is buzzing! But this quickly growing bloom isn’t as innocent as he once thought.
The engaging, campy, captivating script is delightfully diverting and the rock/doo-wop score and performances are spot-on and the energetic cast presents a vibrant evening of theater in which the action never stops.
“I love this piece … the musical, the film, the quirky characters … what a pleasure to see this piece come to life. How I appreciate everyone involved and their contributions to their parts in the performance of Little Shop of Horrors at the Art Center!” commented director Whitaker Gannon.
Where: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane Hilton Head
When: Now through Sunday, Oct 30
Info: artshhi.com, 843-842-2787
COMING SOON TO THE ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA
A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL
Where: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head
When: Dec 7 – 31
Info: artshhi.com, 843-842-2787
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LEAN ENSEMBLE
THE TAMING
In this raucous, “power-play,” contestant Katherine has political aspirations to match her beauty pageant ambitions. All she needs to revolutionize the American government is the help of one ultra-conservative senator’s aide on the cusp of a career breakthrough, and one bleeding-heart liberal blogger who will do anything for her cause.
The Taming is a comedy that takes place on both sides of the aisle in an era of hyper-partisan politics. But before the characters can design a better way forward, they must first reckon with our nation’s past!
Director: Megan McNerney Azar; Actors: Dayanari Umana, Kerri Seymour, Peggy Trecker White; Set Designer: Jenni Baldwin; Stage Manager: Breanne Blackwell; Lighting Designer: Haley Brown; Costume Designer: Karson Green. Historical Contributors: George and Martha Washington, Charles Cotesworth Pinkney and James and Dolly Madison!
Where: HHPS Main Street Theatre, 3000 Main St., Hilton Head
When: Now through Sunday, Oct. 30 (plan to stay for the always impactful “talk back”)
Info: leanensemble.org, 843-715-6676
COMING SOON ROM THE LEAN ENSEMBLE
EDUCATING RITA
When: Dec 8-18
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USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS
2022-23 SEASON LINE-UP
Much Ado About Nothing
Where: USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St., Beaufort
When: through Nov 19
Info: USCBCenterForTheArts.com
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HILTON HEAD CHORAL SOCIETY: A SEASON OF NEW BEGINNINGS
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES
This rescheduled concert, first of the 2022-23 season and debut of the new director, Dr. Dustin Ousley, was originally scheduled for Sept 30. Ticketholders should retain and use that ticket.
Where: First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Pkwy., Hilton Head
When: Oct 28 at 7 p.m.
Info hiltonheadchoralsociety.org, 843-341-3818
8TH ANNUAL BOB MASTELLER’S JAZZ FOR ALL AGES FESTIVAL
Featuring the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Oct. 30, and Charlton Singleton and Friends, Oct. 31. Junior Jazz Rising Stars will open both nights. New – Jazz Brunch, Oct. 30.
Where: Sonesta Resort, Shipyard Plantation, Hilton Head
Info: jazzforallages.com
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LOWCOUNTRY COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND, BLUFFTON
DAWN OF A NEW DECADE
2022 marks the Lowcountry Community Concert Band’s 11th season of community performance. Join them as the band pays tribute to our Veterans, with patriotic favorites, seasonal Fall themes and much more.
Where: St. John’s Lutheran Church, 157 Lady’s Island Drive, Beaufort
When: Tuesday, Nov 1, 7 p.m.
Info: ollilccb.com or Pete Johnson, 267-884-6805
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HILTON HEAD SHORE NOTES: WOMEN’S ACAPELLA CHORUS
A WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR!
Where: Seahawk Cultural Center, 70 Wilborn Road, Hilton Head
When: Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m.
Info: hiltonheadshorenotes.com, 843-422-4799
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HILTON HEAD CHORAL SOCIETY: A SEASON OF NEW BEGINNINGS
THE MANY MOODS OF THE SEASON
Where: First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Pkwy., Hilton Head
When: Friday, Dec. 9
Info: hiltonheadchoralsociety.org, 843-341-3818
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HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
41ST ANNIVERSARY SEASON, which includes 18-concert series
Jazz: America’s Voice, Sunday, Nov 6 at 4 p.m. and Monday, Nov 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Holiday Pops, Sunday, Nov 27 at 4 p.m. and Monday, Nov 28 at 7:30 pm.
Where: various locations on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton
Info: hhso.org, 843-842-2055
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THE MARY GREEN CHORALE SOCIETY
“To Cecelia” Concert…
St. Cecelia, the patron saint of music, inspires this varied program that includes works by Handel, Britten, Fauré, Finney and Thompson, among others. Harpist Kathleen Wilson and pianist Gerald Anderson will accompany Men’s, Women’s, and Full Ensemble choirs along with soloists and engaging commentary.
Where: All Saints Episcopal Church, 3001 Meeting St., Hilton Head
When: Nov 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Info: Tickets can be purchased for $25 (open seating) at Hilton Head Oils & Balsamics in Wexford Village, Markel’s Card & Gift Shop in Bluffton, at marygreenchorale.org, or at the door.
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HILTON HEAD INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION
PIANO CLASSICS; STEVEN LIN
The first recital in the 2022/23 HHIPC Recital Series. His program of “piano classics” includes works by Chopin, Debussy, Beethoven (the “Waldstein”), Liszt and a special composition by David Hertzberg.
Where: SoundWaves, 7 Lagoon Road, Hilton Head
When: Saturday, Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Info: hhipc.org
VISUAL ARTS
ARTS INITIATVE AT PALMETTO BLUFF
EXHIBITION OF INTERNATIONALLY COLLECTED ARTIST, MATTHEW BAUMGARDNER, AT FLOW GALLERY + WORKSHOP
The collaboration will showcase curated collection of works from the Estate of the Acclaimed Artist.
The Arts Initiative at Palmetto Bluff, a new program conceived to inspire and enrich lives through art, in all its forms, is honored to announce an exciting partnership with the estate of American contemporary artist and National Endowment for the Arts Visual Arts Fellow, Matthew (“Matt”) Baumgardner, whose work is featured in multiple private and public collections including the Gibbes Museum of Art in Charleston and the Greenville County Museum of Art in Greenville, SC.
The Art of Matt Baumgardner: Channeling Universal and Spiritual Planes will showcase a curated selection of his paintings, works on paper and birch plywoods, and will be on exhibit and available for purchase
WHEN: from Oct, 28–Nov. 6
WHERE: FLOW Gallery + Workshop, which sits at the heart and social center of Palmetto Bluff’s Wilson Village
INFO: palmettobluff.com or Morgan Stewart, morgan@alexandramalloy.com
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FOUR CORNERS FINE ART & FRAMING
PETER CRAM, PHOTOGRAPHER … A UNIQUELY SOUTHERN COLLECTION
Charlene Gardner invites the greater Low Country community to welcome Peter Cram to her gallery, Four Corners Fine Art & Framing.
Where: 1263-B May River Road, Old Town Bluffton
When: through Nov. 11
Info: fourcornersgallerybluffton.com, 843-757-8185
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LA PETITE GALLERIE
La Petite Gallerie is involved in many of the arts events during Crescendo and the artists at La Petite Gallerie look forward to the Bluffton Art Walk on Nov 18. “Something for Everyone” heads up their characterization at La Petite! There are works in oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor and mixed media by Laruen Arsenault Terrett, Bill Winn, Rose Cofield, Kristin Griffis, Wally Palmer, Murray Sease and Sue Grill.
Where: adjacent to The Store, 56 Calhoun St., Bluffton
When: through Crescendo
Info: lapetitegallerie.com
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RED PIANO GALLERY
SONJA GRIFFIN EVANS, FEATURED ARTIST
Ben and Lyn Whiteside invite you to join them at an artist reception honoring artist Sonja Griffin Evans on Nov. 18 from 5-7 p.m. This date just happens to fall on the same evening as the Bluffton Art Walk! You’ll recognize her paintings and enjoy meeting her personally.
WHERE: 40 Calhoun St., Ste. 201, Bluffton
WHEN: Nov 18, 5-7 p.m.
INFO: 843-842-4433
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COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM – MAIN GALLERY
Discovery Lecture Series returns this fall.
Each Wednesday at 2:30 p.m., guest presenters will share educational and fascinating stories about our unique Lowcountry environment, history, and culture. Whether your interest is learning, preserving, or exploring ways to make an impact, the lecture series gives you access to the experts throughout the year.
This year’s speakers will include authors, university professors, artists, environmental educators, historians, museum directors, archivists, librarians, not-for-profit directors, archaeologists, and more as guest speakers enriching our community’s engagement with its culture, history, and ecology. Join us to connect with all the Lowcountry has to offer.
WHERE: Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head
WHEN: through Nov. 30
Info: www.coastaldiscovery.org/happening-this-week for a complete schedule of dates and times reservations required call 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or www.coastaldsicovery.org
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USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS
PORTRAIT SOCIETY OF AMERICA FEATURING S.C. MEMBERS
Mark your calendars for a new exhibit, “Portraits & More,” featuring South Carolina members of the Portrait Society of America. Twelve SC Artists, members of the Portrait Society of America, will be presenting portraiture and other works in various medium for viewing and for sale or commission.
Where: USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St., Beaufort
When: through Dec. 12
Info: USCBCenterForTheArts.com
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CRAFT HILTON HEAD 2022
Art League’s 8th Juried Fine Art Craft Guild Exhibition, will showcase 2- and 3-dimensional fine art craft that encompass exemplary creativity, experimentation and imagination. Forty-seven artists from the Southeast will be represented.
WHEN: through Nov. 12
Art League Gallery open every day: Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm and 90 minutes before every Arts Center performance.
INFO: artleaguehhi.org or 843-681-5060
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ART LEAGUE OF HILTON HEAD
BALANCE: ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY RICHARD GRANT
Originating in Scotland hundreds of years ago, the cairn — a carefully crafted stack of stones — has had many practical as well as spiritual jobs, among them memorial, gravestone, shrine and trail marker. The Art League Academy’s exhibition “Balance,” honors the soul of the cairn, as it has carried meaning across cultures for centuries. Each rock can signify an intention of praise, grace, and love.
Now living here on Hilton Head since 2017, Grant has artwork on display at the Island Recreation Center, Art League of Hilton Head gallery and various local Hilton Head businesses. View more of his work at richardgrantartist.wixsite.com/hiltonhead.
WHEN: through Nov. 18
WHERE: various locations
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SOCIETY OF BLUFFTON ARTISTS
JEANINE POTTER PRESENTS “LANDSCAPES FROM WITHIN”
Where: Church St., Bluffton
When: through Oct. 30, Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 11-3 p.m.
EVENTS
ART LEAGUE HILTON HEAD
50TH ANNIVERSARY GALA
50 years after the first meeting of the original Art League members, incredible artists still live and work in Hilton Head, continuing to be inspired by the island, its people, and its natural beauty. This year the Art League celebrates 50 years of inspiration, creativity and resilience and stands proud as the longest existing cultural organization on the Island.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m. reception, 6:30 p.m. dinner and program, 7:30 p.m. live music and dancing.
WHERE: Sonesta Resort, Shipyard Plantation, Hilton Head
INFO: artleaguehhi.org or 843-681-5060
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HILTON HEAD ISLAND CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE & MOTORING FESTIVAL
ART ON THE MOVE
▪ Flights & Fancy, Nov 4
▪ Car Club Showcase, Nov 5
▪ Satisfy Your Thirst After-Party, Nov 5
▪ Concours d’Elegance, Nov 6
Where: various locations on Hilton Head Island
When: Nov. 4-6
Info: hhiconcours.com
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USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS
2022-23 USCB LUNCH WITH AUTHOR SERIES – KAREN GRASSLE, NOVELIST and ACTRESS
The author will be discussing her memoir “Bright Lights, Prairie Dust”. Karen Grassle is known around the world for her iconic role as “Ma” on TV’s “Little House on the Prairie”.
Where: Belfair Clubhouse, 200 Belfair Oaks Blvd., Bluffton
When: Nov. 22 at noon
Info: $50, USCBCenterForTheArts.com., 843-521-4145
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7TH ANNUAL PAT CONROY LITERARY FESTIVAL
▪ Personal Growth through Journaling, Oct 28., 9 a.m.
▪ Make a Scene, Oct. 28 at noon
▪ Fiction Can Fix Things, Oct. 29 at 9 a.m.
▪ Kick-Start Your Manuscript, Oct. 29 at 3:30 p.m.
▪ Will You Love Nature? Hunting Island Trail Wall, Oct. 30, 9 a.m.
▪ Memories to Memoir, Oct. 30 at 11:30 a.m.
▪ Working with Wonder, Nov. 5 at 10 a.m.-noon
▪ Setting More Than Just a Backdrop, Nov. 9, 6-8 p.m.
Where: various locations around the Lowcountry
Info: 843-379-7025 or contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org
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COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM – MAIN GALLERY
AVANT GARDNER: A CREATIVE EXPLORATION OF IMPERILED SPECIES
LISA D. WATSON, WITH SOUND ART BY ERIC CHASALOW
Lisa Watson merges her love of art, gardens and environmental activism to raise awareness of the plight facing the natural world. In her current body of work, she explores endangered native plant species of the Southeast, highlighting their beauty and fragility in the face of increasing pressures on the natural environment.
Reception – Thurs., Nov. 3, 5-7 p.m.
Artist Talk – Wed., Nov. 16, 2:30 p.m.
Artfull seeding workshop – Thur., Dec. 1, 5-7 p.m.
Lectures: Chris Hernandez, US Fish and Wildlife, Butterflies and Beyond: Pollinator Conservation in the Lowcountry — Wed., Nov 2., 2:30 p.m.
Lisa Lord, Longleaf Alliance, Plant Communities of the Longleaf Pine Ecosystem — Wed., Nov. 30, 2:30 p.m.
Lisa D. Watson, The Seven Plant Blunders of Our Coast: Basics of Invasive Plant Species and Alternative Native Solutions — Wed., Jan. 25, 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head
WHEN: beginning Nov. 1
INFO: coastaldiscovery.org
HOLIDAY EVENTS
HISTORIC HOLIDAYS ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND
A Celebration of Sea Island Traditions — Authors, Artists & Afternoon Tea
Obtain author signatures on books for the holidays; shot with local artists and basketmakers, and listen to holiday stories for children (milk and cookies, too!).
WHERE: USCB Hilton Head campus
WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
INFO: $15 entrance fee, $35 includes entrance and tea service, children under 12 free, Heritagelib.org/historicholidays for tickets.
CEESCENDO
This month-long fête began in October with a party at Shelter Cove Community Park featuring performances by celebrated musicians and dancers, Gullah storytelling, and a mini art market featuring Island artists. This year they are cutting the ribbon on the Island’s new Sculpture Walk and hosting walking tours by the artists who created the works along the trail. Any questions about Crescendo may be directed to Natalie Harvey at natalieh@hiltonheadislandsc.gov
Here are the remaining events:
SIGNATURE EVENTS
TEDxHiltonHead 2022 @ Seahawk Cultural Center, Nov 4, 2022
On Nov. 4, TEDxHiltonHead will celebrate ideas worth spreading that will highlight members of the Lowcountry community who are “making waves.” The format includes an evening filled with powerful, insightful and inspirational talks, demonstrations and performances that are idea-focused, and cover a wide range of subjects to foster learning, inspiration and wonder – and provoke conversations that matter.
Hilton Head Island Lantern Parade — the headlining event of Crescendo 2022
An enormous Hilton Head Island tradition was established just a few years ago when the concept of a Lantern Parade on the beach was first presented to the organizers of Crescendo. Now the Lantern Parade is an anticipated event with activities leading up to the parade itself. We look forward to the entire community contributing to “Volumes of Light!” The only requirement to participate is having a lantern!
Featuring artist Chantelle Rytter, the “jaw dropping” Lantern Parade is FREE and is staged to celebrate the history and ecology of Hilton Head Island. Join this astonishing event!
WHEN: Nov. 12 – line up at 5 p.m., step-off at 5:45 p.m.
WHERE: South Forest Beach, Adler Lane Beach Access
INFO: cultureHHI.org/LanternParade
Participants in need of a beach wheelchair please email Natalie Harvey – natalieh@hiltonheadislandsc.gov
THEATRE & DANCE
▪ Little Shop of Horrors @ Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, through Oct. 30
▪ The Taming @ Lean Ensemble Theater, Oct. 20-30
▪ Rising Stars @ Island School Council for the Arts, Nov. 5
▪ Spamilton: An American Parody @ Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Nov. 10-12
▪ The Nutcracker @ Hilton Head Dance Theatre, Nov. 11-20
HISTORY
▪ Forts of Port Royal @ Coastal Discovery Museum, every Wednesday
▪ Civil War Era @ Coastal Discovery Museum, every Thursday
▪ 6th Annual Gullah Food Festival @ the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head, Oct. 29
▪ Living Museum of Artists through the Centuries @ Island Academy, Nov. 3
HUMANITIES
▪ Grand Motoring Film Festival @ Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Nov. 3
▪ TEDxHiltonHead 2022 @ Seahawk Cultural Center, Nov. 4
▪ Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance & Motoring Festival, Nov. 4-6
▪ Sergie Medvedev: The Return of the Russian Leviathan @ World Affairs Council, Nov. 4
▪ Kevin Cassidy: Global Supply Chains @ World Affairs Council, Nov. 11
▪ The Chef’s Table Gala @ Sea Pines Resort, Nov. 10
▪ Poetry & Patrón @ Tio’s Latin American Kitchen, Every Tuesday
VISUAL ARTS
▪ CraftHiltonHead2022 @ Art League of Hilton Head, through Nov. 12
▪ Featured Artist Exhibit: Richard Grant @ Art League Academy, through Nov. 30
▪ Sweetgrass Basket Making Classes at Coastal Discovery Museum, every Saturday
▪ Discovery Night at the Museum @ Coastal Discovery Museum, every Thursday
▪ Art League 50th Anniversary Gala @ Sonesta Hotel, Oct. 29
▪ Lantern Puppet Making with Hobey Ford @ Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, Oct. 29
▪ Lisa D. Watson: Avant Gardener @ Coastal Discovery Museum, November 2022
MUSIC
▪ Songwriter Series @ Lowcountry Celebration Park, every Thursday
▪ Jazz For All Ages Jazz Fest @ Sonesta Resort, Oct. 30-31
HHSO Jazz: America’s Voice @ SoundWaves, Nov. 6-7
The Performing Arts Consortium Benefit Concert @ TidePointe, Nov. 9
Crescendo runs through Nov. 12. For more information on times and locations, go to culturehhi.org/crescendo2022
You can reach Nancy K. Wellard at coastalartnews@gmail.com
