On Jan. 1, 1863, in the middle of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation and executive order that legally gave freedom to enslaved people in the …
What’s happening South, Downtown, East
South Knoxville
Vestival returns this year on its traditional Mother’s Day-weekend Saturday, and organizers are hoping for pre-pandemic-size crowds. The Candoro Marble property is the location for all kinds of fun …
It’s a dangerous business, going out your door
August 13-29
The Knoxville Children’s Theatre presents “The Hobbit,” a stage adaptation of the J.R.R. Tolkein novel that launched a fantasy empire.
Bilbo Baggins is one of the most conservative of all …
Knox Opera for All takes it to a whole new level
Knoxville Opera is hosting Musical Theatre Marathon, a seven-hour musical event, at the Bijou Theatre Parking Lot on Saturday, June 12, from noon to 7 p.m. Open seating is socially …
First Friday events at The Emporium Center
Everyone’s invited to celebrate regional artists and enjoy new exhibitions, live music and artist demos for First Friday at The Emporium Center, June 4, from 5-8 p.m. The Center is …
Rolling on the river
Jump on board for the Knoxville Opera’s Opera Regatta this Sunday, May 16, from 1:30 – 4 p.m. The event is free with no reservations required. If you have a …
First Friday serving up arias and Arbor Day
Stop by the outdoor table at The Emporium for Trees Knoxville on First Friday, March 5, which is Arbor Day in Tennessee, from 5-8 p.m. Trees Knoxville aims to raise …
Production to highlight Black music
Pellissippi State Community College invites the community to celebrate Black History Month next week with a virtual concert featuring Knoxville Opera artists.
Knoxville Opera soprano Adia Evans and baritone Michael Rodgers will present The Black American Musical Experience …