Chattanooga Concerts & Events

Nov 1, 2013: AVA Member Solo Exhibit

AVA presents a solo exhibition of recent works by local artist and AVA member who received the opportunity for a solo show by winning Best In Show in the 2012 AVA Juried Members Exhibition.

That show was open to any current AVA member, and works were selected by juror, Paul Lee, professor of art at University of Tennessee Knoxville. This cycle of a juried member show culminating in a solo showcase of the Best In Show winner is a tradition that AVA is continuing with the 2013 Juried Members Exhibition in December.

To participate in the 2013 AVA Juried Member Exhibition, please visit our website at http://www.avarts.org/call-to-artists/ or contact Lauren Goforth at lgoforth@avarts.org.

When: Fri. Nov 1st thru Sat. Nov 30th
Where: Association for Visual Arts (AVA)

Sep 7, 2013: Black Jacket Symphony

Back by popular demand performing the Rolling Stones' classic SOME GIRLS. Tickets are on sale now at the Auditorium box office, online and by phone at (423) 642-TIXS.

When: Sat. Sep 7th @ 8pm
Where: Tivoli Theatre

Sep 7, 2013: FRESH: 2013 AVA Emerging Artist Exhibit

The Association for Visual Arts (AVA) has announced the 2013 FRESH exhibit, which will open the night of the AVA’s Downtown Gallery Hop, Saturday, September 7, and will continue through October 12.

AVA’s commitment to supporting young and emerging artists remains a touchstone of the organization. FRESH is an annual exhibit to help emerging artists gain valuable professional experience and exposure for their work. This competitive, juried exhibit is designed to feature artists that display artistic promise, commitment to their work, and fresh ideas. This opportunity is only open to artists residing in the Southeast who have not had a major solo show and who do not have gallery representation.

“Since it’s inception, FRESH has attracted some of the most technically sound and artistically innovative emerging talent in the Southeast,” said Lauren Goforth, AVA’s Director of
Education and Exhibitions. “AVA’s mission to support and promote emerging artists within the blossoming arts culture of Chattanooga makes this a highly recognized and anticipated show.”

AVA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization for professional artists, emerging artists and the community-at-large. AVA has been the catalyst for establishing and empowering Chattanooga’s visual arts community for more than 25 years. AVA receives general operating support from Allied Arts, the Tennessee Arts Commission and AVA members.

When: Sat. Sep 7th thru Sat. Oct 12th
Where: Association for Visual Arts (AVA)

Aug 2, 2013: Mark Making @ AVA

What: Mark Making
When: August 2 - August 31
Opening Reception: August 2, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: AVA Gallery, 30 Frazier Avenue
Gallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: Free

When: Fri. Aug 2nd thru Sat. Aug 31st
Where: Association for Visual Arts (AVA)

Jul 12, 2013: "Legally Blonde" the musical

*June 14th Opening Night Reception begins at 7:00 p.m.

Music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin. Book by Heather Hach.

Sorority girl Elle Woods (with her dog, Bruiser) enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend, Warner. Once there, she learns she has more legal savvy than she ever imagined. Based on the wildly popular movie starring Reese Witherspoon, Legally Blonde opened on Broadway in 2007 and received seven Tony nominations and ten Drama Desk nominations. A joyful musical the whole family will enjoy.

Main Theatre Production Dates:

Jul 12 / 8 pm
Jul 13 / 8 pm
Jul 18 / 7 pm
Jul 19 / 8 pm
Jul 20 / 8 pm
Jul 21 / 2 pm
Jul 25 / 7 pm
Jul 26 / 8 pm
Jul 27 / 8 pm
Jul 28 / 2 pm

When: Fri. Jul 12th thru Sun. Jul 28th
Where: Chattanooga Theatre Centre

Jun 28, 2013: AVA All Member Salon Show

What: AVA All Member Salon Show

When: December 7 - December 31

Opening Reception: December 7, 5:30-8 p.m.

Where: AVA Gallery, 30 Frazier Avenue

Gallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Cost: Free

When: Fri. Jun 28th @ 5:30pm
Where: Association for Visual Arts (AVA)

Jun 14, 2013: "Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson" the musical

Music and lyrics by Michael Friedman, Book by Alex Timbers

An irreverent look at a historical, political Tennessean, satirizing today's politicians in a world where the 24- hour news cycle creates rock stars out of everyone. Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson is a comedic Wild West rock musical about the founding of the Democratic Party. It redefines Andrew Jackson, America's seventh President, as an Emo rock star and focuses on populism, the Indian Removal Act, and his relationship with his wife Rachel.

Circle Theatre Production Dates:

Jun 14 / 8 pm
Jun 15 / 8 pm
Jun 21 / 8 pm
Jun 22 / 8 pm
Jun 28 / 8 pm
Jun 29 / 8 pm
Jul 5 / 8 pm
Jul 6 / 8 pm
Jul 12 / 8 pm
Jul 13 / 8 pm

When: Fri. Jun 14th thru Sat. Jul 13th
Where: Chattanooga Theatre Centre

Jun 7, 2013: "Water Lovers" Opening Reception

Opening reception for "Water Lovers" - and exhibit featuring the work of Linda White. Linda’s colorful art quilts stitch together snapshots of nature’s diversity. Primarily fish, ducks and birds, her fabric images present the illusion of their individual characteristics with colors, shapes and patterns created with a great sense of design. This opening reception introduces this ‘stitch wizard’ and her new collection of unique fabric creatures in the gallery.

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When: Fri. Jun 7th @ 5pm
Where: In-Town Gallery

Jun 6, 2013: Ambi Artist Meeting / Craft n' Crop til You Drop

Ambi Artist meetings are intentionally unstructured, fluid events where creative people from every avenue(film to balloon artistry) get together to meet, share, and inspire each other. Craft n' Crop is held in conjunction with the meeting and welcomes all crafters to bring their latest projects to work on while enjoying the fellowship of fellow artists. Open to the Public and food is Potluck.

When: Thu. Jun 6th @ 6pm
Where: Heritage House Arts and Civic Center

Jun 1, 2013: "Water Lovers" at In-Town Gallery in June

Linda White’s colorful art quilts stitch together snapshots of nature’s diversity. Primarily fish, ducks and birds, her fabric images present the illusion of their individual characteristics with colors, shapes and patterns created with a great sense of design. The opening reception from 5pm to 8pm on the First Friday, June 7, introduces this ‘stitch wizard’ and her new collection of unique fabric creatures in the gallery.

The artist’s machine-quilted fabric collages are carefully planned. Using basic sewing supplies and a standard sewing machine, White combines a variety of patterns to create her images of wildlife. Drawing inspiration from the multitude of designs found in nature, she uses the original form of actual animals as a basis for populating her imaginary world.

Beginning with a simple drawing, White selects particular fabrics to fit her sketch, or sometimes lets the pattern in the fabric dictate the shape to be used. When the design is complete, she layers it on batting and a backing fabric, as a quilt is assembled. Stitching them together is the final touch and an opportunity to add more complexity and detail to the work.

White’s interest in fish most likely comes from the many days she spent as a child traveling throughout the US and Mexico with her family on fishing trips. Whether it was the mountain lakes of Colorado, the flowing streams of Montana and Wyoming, or the salt waters of Mexico, every family vacation was about fishing. Her fascination with birds originated with having pet birds and watching the antics of the birds in her garden.

A nine-year member of the gallery, White also belongs to the Foothills Craft Guild and participates in their annual Fine Art Show in Knoxville. As a member of the Craft Artists of Southern Tennessee (CAST), a chapter of the TN Association of Craft Artists (TACA), she has won awards in their annual shows. Other recognition of her work in AVA’s Eye Candy show, the TN Valley Art Competitions, and the McMinn County Living Heritage Museum Quilt Shows attests to the creative excellence of her fabric images.

When: Sat. Jun 1st thru Sun. Jun 30th
Where: In-Town Gallery