Mark your calendars for these arts and music events through July across Beaufort County
Performing Arts
SOUTHEASTERN SUMMER THEATRE INSTITUTE
“A Chorus Line”
“A Chorus Line” is an instantly recognizable American classic capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway chorus audition. Exploring the inner lives and bittersweet ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the show features one powerhouse number after another in Marvin Hamlisch’s Tony-winning score.
Where: Seahawk Cultural Center, 70 Wilborn Road, Hilton Head
When: June 23, 24, 30 and July 1 at 7:30 p.m.; June 25 and July 2 at 1 p.m.
Info: HHISummerMusicals.com
“Guys and Dolls”
Where: Seahawk Cultural Center, 70 Wilborn Road, Hilton Head
When: July 28 and 29 and Aug. 4 and 5 at 7:30 p.m.; July 30 and Aug. 6 at 1 p.m.
Info: HHISummerMusicals.com
SUN CITY COMMUNITY THEATRE
“Boeing Boeing,” a Farce by Marc Camoletti
Where: 198 Okatie Village Drive, Okatie
When: June 22-24 at 7 p.m.; June 25 at 2:30 p.m.
Info: suncitytheatre.org or 843-645-2700
MAIN STAGE COMMUNITY THEATRE
“The Wedding Singer, The Musical”
Love, laughter, and a touch of ‘80s nostalgia await you in “The Wedding Singer, The Musical.” Follow Robbie’s hilarious journey as he finds a second chance at love.
Where: Hilton Head Prep’s Main Street Theatre, 3000 Main St., Hilton Head
When: June 22-24 and June 29-July 1 at 7 p.m.; June 25 and July 2 at 2 p.m.
Info: mainstagecommunitytheatre.org or 843-689-6246
USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS
“Live from New York, Broadway Americana”
Singers perform a medley of songs from some of Broadway’s biggest hits, such as “Hamilton,” “1776,” “Porgy and Bess,” “New York, New York,” “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “Ragtime” and others. The group will be led by Beaufort native Lenora Eve, who holds graduate and undergraduate degrees in music and vocal performance and is currently the executive artistic director at Opera Breve in New York City. The event is presented by the Beaufort History Museum.
Where: 805 Carteret St., Beaufort
When: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. June 24
Info: beauforthistorymuseum.wildapricot.org or 843-525-8500
ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA
“Jersey Boys, The Story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons”
This Tony Award-winning sensation is about the rise, struggles, and ultimate triumph of four friends whose music became symbolic of a generation and beloved by generations to follow.
Where: Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head
When: Various times and dates from June 28 through Aug. 20
Info: artshhi.com or 843-842-2787
MAY RIVER THEATRE COMPANY
“Rent”
A Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning, ground-breaking musical is set in the East Village of New York City. Elizabeth Schlieger and David McLaughlin return to the MRT stage as a directorial team for the upcoming production that includes veteran and new MRT performers.
Where: Ulmer Auditorium in Bluffton Town Hall, 20 Bridge St., Bluffton
When: 7:30 p.m. June 30, July 1 and July 7-8; 2 p.m. July 2 and July 9
Info: mayrivertheatre.com or 843-815-5581
CAMPS AND MUSICAL ACTIVITIES
MAIN STAGE COMMUNITY THEATRE
Summer Broadway Dance Camp is led by Sandro Virag, a five-time national champion and seasoned Broadway and show dancer for ages 12-18. Space is limited.
Where: Hilton Head Ballroom Dance Studio, 1300 Fording Island Road, Bluffton
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. from July 24-28
Info: info@msctheatre.org
HILTON HEAD JAZZ CAMP
Come experience big bands, combos, masterclasses, theory, and electives with three culminating performances. With a world class faculty, overnight lodging and scholarship support from the Junior Jazz Foundation, this will be a week you won’t want to miss. Register at hhjazzcamp.eventbrite.com with the promo code “jjf” for 50% off the registration fee.
Where: Hilton Head Christian Academy, 3088 Bluffton Parkway, Bluffton
When: July 10-15
Info: hhjazzcamp.com or 843-321-9089
SHORE NOTES, WOMENS’ CHORUS
“Summer camp” will be held for four Mondays, July 31, Aug. 7, Aug. 14 and Aug. 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join and discover the fun and camaraderie of a cappella singing. At the program’s Friends and Family Finale, participants will perform the two songs they learned with the chorus.
Where: Okatee Baptist Church, 5467 N. Okatie Highway, Ridgeland
When: Friends and Family Finale, Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m.
Info: hiltonheadshorenotes.com or 843-705-6852
VISUAL ARTS
ART LEAGUE OF HILTON HEAD GALLERY
“Come to the Table: A Celebration of Food and Drink”
Still life paintings by Denise Liotta DeMarzo are featured. An artist’s demonstration will be held from 11 a.m. to noon June 23 at the gallery. Visitors can learn more about the artist, her background and her process. The exhibit, reception and demo are all free and open to the public.
Where: Inside the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head
When: Opening reception June 21 at 7 p.m.; exhibition runs through July 22; gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday
Info: artleaguehhi.org or 843-681-5060
SOBA – SOCIETY OF BLUFFTON ARTISTS
“Colors of the World,” photography by Savannah Kemper
Where: 6 Church St., Bluffton
When: Through July 2; hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday
Info: sobagallery.com or 843-757-6586
COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM – MAIN GALLERY
“Binya: Faces ob de Gullah Geechee”
Where: Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head
When: Through July 9
Info: coastaldiscovery.org or 843-689-6767
MUSIC
HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Jazz in the Park
Six free outdoor concerts feature the Martin Lesch Band; the Junior Jazz Foundation’s jazz camp students and faculty with special guest Tuffus Zimbabwe from the Saturday Night Live Band; the Eric Jones Quartet; Ranky Tanky’s Charlton Singleton and his band; Folderol; and the John Brackett Quartet.
Where: Lowcountry Celebration Park, 94 Pope Ave, Hilton Head
When: 7:30 p.m. on the following Tuesdays: June 27, July 11 and 25, Aug. 8 and 22, and Sept. 5.
Info: hhso.org or 843-842-2055
BLUFFTON KIWANIS CLUB
Jazz Night at Seaquins Ballroom
This annual fundraiser supports the scholarship program of the Kiwanis Club. The event features the Lavon Stevens combo with Louise Spencer
Where: 1300 Fording Island Road, Bluffton
When: 7:30 p.m. June 25
Info: blufftonkiwanis.org
SAVANNAH
CHILDREN’S ART MUSEUM
Grand opening
Engaging, inspiring exhibits and hands-on, interactive spaces for toddlers and up. Transformative learning experiences for all ages and styles of learning using modern technologies, immersive environments, and low-tech and hands-on activities.
Where: The Jepson Center, 207 W. York St., Savannah
When: July 8-9
Info: www.telfair.org or 912-790-8800
To reach Nancy K. Wellard, email coastalartnews@gmail.com.
