Arts and Theater
The Jacksonville Opera Theatre of Jacksonville State University presents 'Mikado' June 7-9 at Gadsden State Community College. Submitted photo
Artists in Action: To act or not to act, either way you’re in the right place
Whether you prefer to be a viewer or a performer in entertainment-rich Calhoun County, there are events and opportunities to keep you busy this month.
May 19, 2013 |  0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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The Record Year performed live during the 2012 Model City Music Fest. This year, the free outdoor concert will be July 20 in Zinn Park. Photo: Sarah Cole/The Anniston Star, file
Sounds of Summer: A guide to the music festivals heating up the South this summer
This summer Alabamians can jam from the banks of the Coosa River to the beaches of Gulf Shores, and pretty much everywhere in between. With tunes from country to hip-hop to jazz, this festival season has something for everyone.
May 12, 2013 |  0 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend
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Mary Ann Sampson, a book artist from Ragland, was the juror at the 34th Annual MiniWorks Exhibition at JSU. Submitted photo
Small packages: Ragland artist proves little books take big talent
As a book artist who has created works of art as small as 1 or 2 inches, Mary Ann Sampson knows a thing or two about designing within dimensions.
May 12, 2013 |  0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
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Artists in Action: New group promoting f ilm industry in Alabama
There’s a new film presence in the making in Northeast Alabama. Yellowhammer Filmmakers of Northeast Alabama is a group dedicated to promoting the film industry in this area.
May 12, 2013 |  0 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
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  • ‘Peculiar Possessions’ puts unusual items on display
    by Deirdre Long
    dlong@annistonstar.com
    04.07.13 - 03:00 am
  • Cast shows why show is still relevant 30 years later
    by Brooke Carbo
    bcarbo@annistonstar.com
    03.17.13 - 02:58 am
  • Killing with comedy: 'Spirited' show features British wit, and lots of it
    by Rachael Griffin
    rgriffin@annistonstar.com
    May 12, 2013 |  0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
    Director Susan McCain says JSU's upcoming production of “Blithe Spirit,” by British playwright Noel Coward, is “full of farce and comedy.”
    The art of inspiration: Anniston artist finds muses close to home and a world away
    by Sherry Kughn
    Special to The Star
    May 05, 2013 |  0 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
    Noble Gallery's featured artist Paulette Park draws inspiration from all corners of the globe.
    ‘Grease’ is the word in Heflin as Cleburne high schools prepare for spring musical
    by Kristen Bonner
    Special to The Star
    May 05, 2013 |  0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
    Cleburne County High School’s drama club, along with students from Ranburne High School and a crew of volunteers from throughout the community are bringing “Grease” to Casey Auditorium.
    Artists in Action: Alabama Symphony Orchestra to play Oxford
    by Hervey Folsom
    Special to The Star
    May 05, 2013 |  0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
    The Alabama Symphony Orchestra to present “Alabama: Here We Stay” in the newly built Oxford Performing Arts Center.
    Artists in Action: Kids perform classics today at First United Methodist
    by Hervey Folsom
    Special to The Star
    Apr 28, 2013 |  0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
    There’s a young generation coming up that not only appreciates music, they study to perform music. And many of these student musicians are members of First United Methodist Church in Anniston.
    Homegrown talent: Home-schooled thespians bring new life to Little Women
    by Erin Williams
    Special to The Star
    Apr 28, 2013 |  0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
    For most students, there comes a time at one point or another when they are forced to swallow their fears, step into the spotlight and assume the role they’ve been given. That’s right — the school play.
    CAST’s high-energy performance shows off the Bard’s lighter side
    by Brooke Carbo
    bcarbo@annistonstar.com
    Apr 28, 2013 |  0 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
    William Shakespeare is not everyone’s cup of tea. Some say the language is a bit stilted, the costumes too old fashioned, the humor out of touch. Perhaps, but for a 400-year-old playwright to still be seeing this much action, he must have done something right.

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