THEATER
ATHENS COMMUNITY THEATRE – Athens Arts Center, 320 N. White St., Athens, Tenn. 423-745-8781, www.athensartscouncil.org. Student-directed “Alice in Wonderland, 7 p.m. April 12-13, 2 p.m. April 14. $15 adults, $10 students.
BACHMAN COMMUNITY CENTER – 2815 Anderson Pike, Signal Mountain. 423-886-4842, www.bachmancc.org. Mountain Arts Community Center presents “Deeper Roots,” play inspired by the life of Emma Bell Miles and the history of Walden’s Ridge, 7 p.m. April 12-13. $15 general, $12 students with ID, $10 groups of 10+. Tickets at MACC, 809 Kentucky Ave., Signal Mountain, or at the door. Reserve at 423-886-1959.
BACK ALLEY PRODUCTIONS – Mars Theatre, 117 N. Chattanooga St., LaFayette, Ga. 706-621-2870, www.bapshows.com. Biblical drama “The Life of Christ,” 7:30 p.m. April 18-19, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. April 20.
BROADWAY AT THE TIVOLI – Tivoli Theatre, 709 Broad St. 423-757-5580, www.tivolichattanooga.com. Monty Python’s “Spamalot,” 7:30 p.m. April 16-18. $37, $52, $67 and $77.
CHATTANOOGA STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE – Humanties Theater, 4501 Amnicola Highway. 423-697-3246, www.chattanoogastate.edu/humanities-fie-arts/theatre-arts. Graduating students of Professional Actor Training Program present “Moonchildren,” 7:30 p.m. April 12-13, 2:30 p.m. April 14.
COVENANT COLLEGE THEATRE DEPARTMENT – Sanderson Hall auditorium, 14049 Scenic Highway, Lookout Mountain, Ga. 706-419-1051, boxoffice@covenant.edu, https://www.covenant.edu/academics/undergrad/theatre/productions. “Flowers for Algernon,” about a shocking new experiment that improves the IQ of an intellectually challenged man, 8 p.m. April 12, 2:30 p.m. April 13. $10 general admission, $7 seniors, military, students, Covenant staff.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY PLAYHOUSE – 221 Tennessee Ave., Crossville, Tenn. 931-484-5000, www.ccplayhouse.com.
» “Noises Off,” through April 18. $16-$30.
» “Forever Plaid,” through May 24. $16-$30.
» Comedian Etta May, 7:30 p.m. CDT April 13. $25.
ENSEMBLE THEATRE OF CHATTANOOGA – Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave. 423-987-5141, www.ensembletheatreofchattanooga.com. Lucas Hnath’s “The Christians,” rated G, 7:30 p.m. April 12-13, 2:30 p.m. April 14, 7:30 p.m. April 18-20. $20 general, $17 seniors/students Fridays and Saturdays; all tickets $17 Sunday and Thursday.
GIRLS PREPARATORY SCHOOL – Frierson Theater, 205 Island Ave. 423-634-7600. GPS and McCallie School spring musical “Fiddler on the Roof,” 7 p.m. April 12-13, 2 p.m. April 14. $15.
IMPROV CHATTANOOGA – 1800 Rossville Ave., Suite 106. Improv vs. Stand-Up: 420 Edition, with headliner Greg Behrens, 10-11:30 p.m. April 20. $10 in advance (with free small popcorn), $15 day of show, $5 students. Hard R rating; no one under 18 admitted. No alcohol sold on-site, but BYOB. No dogs.
LEE UNIVERSITY THEATRE – Dixon Center, 1053 Church St. 423-614-8360, theatre@leeuniversity.edu, www.leeuniversity.edu/theatre. “Meet Me in St. Louis,” joint production with School of Music, 7:30 p.m. April 11-13. $15 adults, $10 children/seniors.
THE PLUG POETRY PROJECT – Edney Innovation Center, 1100 Market St. Christian Collier launches new project to grow city’s poetry community with visit by award-winning Chicago poet Julian Randall, April 20. One-day workshop, noon-2 p.m.; reading, with local poet Olivia Bradley opening, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. To participate, email thespeakeasypoetry@gmail.com.
TENNESSEE VALLEY THEATRE – 184 W. Jackson Ave., Spring City, Tenn. 423-365-7529, www.tennesseevalleytheatre.com. Reservations: https://tockify.com/e/tvt4me. “Murder Room,” 7:30 p.m. April 19-20, 7:30 p.m. April 27, 2 p.m. April 28 (original dates delayed due to flooding). $10.
UTC THEATRE COMPANY – Dorothy Hackett Ward Theater, UTC Fine Arts Center, 752 Vine St. 423-425-4269, www.utc.edu/theatre. “Cats,” 8 p.m. April 9-13 at Chamberlain Pavilion and Field (between Vine and Oak streets). $20 limited reserved seating; free bring-your-own seating. In case of rain or cold weather, an “in concert” version will be presented inside Derthick 101 (enter from Vine Street).
WALKER THEATRE – Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave. 423-757-5580, www.tivolichattanooga.com. Writer and humorist David Sedaris, 8 p.m. Friday, April 19; doors open at 7 p.m. $45, $60 and $75.
DANCE PERFORMANCE
CHATTANOOGA DANCE THEATRE – 5151 Austin Road, Suite A, Hixson. 423-760-8808, www.chattanoogadancetheatre.com. Comedic ballet “Coppelia,” plus new and contemporary works, 7:30 p.m. April 12, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. April 13, 2:30 p.m. April 14. $12.
FILM EVENTS
CHATTANOOGA FILM FESTIVAL – Miller Park, 928 Market St. http://chattanoogafilmfest.com. Screening of classic film “Creature From the Black Lagoon,” 8-11 p.m. April 13. Free. Bring your own seating. Food trucks on-site.
EXHIBITS & EVENTS
ARTISAN DEPOT GALLERY – 204 E. Cumberland St., Cowan, Tenn. Operated by Franklin County Arts Guild. 931-308-4130, www.franklincoarts.org.
» Student show, Franklin County High School I, through April 12.
» Member show by Kim Phillips, through April 14.
» Community show, “Facing Forward,” through May 5.
» Student show, Rock Creek Elementary School, April 18-May tbd.
» Member show by Andy Gay, April 18-June 2. Reception, 5 p.m. April 26.
ATHENS ARTS CENTER – 320 N. White St., Athens, Tenn. 423-745-8781, www.athensartscouncil.org. High School Art Show, April 12-May 17. Opening reception, 5:30 p.m. April 12.
AVA GALLERY – Association for Visual Arts, 30 Frazier Ave. 423-265-4282, www.avarts.org. “Once Upon a Time,” through April 12.
BRAXTON MILL ARTISANS – 8717 Hixson Pike, Hixson. 423-596-9217, chockert@comcast.net. Ongoing sale of donated artwork by artists to benefit Nickels for Nepal.
CAPTURE CLEVELAND PHOTO CONTEST – City of Cleveland’s second annual contest for amateur and professional photographers ages 12 and older, through June 30. Three categories: Downtown/Historic Buildings, Culture & Community and Nature/Parks & Recreation. $100 check to each category winner. www.clevelandtn.gov/photocontest.
CHAPEL ART GALLERY – Second Presbyterian Church, 700 Pine St. Multi Media Inspired Artists works on view, through May 3. 423-266-2828. Proceeds from gallery sales support St. Matthew’s Shelter for Homeless Men.
CHATTANOOGA PUBLIC LIBRARY – 1001 Broad St. 423-643-7700, www.chattlibrary.org.
Silk and Shades classes on 4th Floor and live demonstrations in lobby led by silk painting artist Claire Vassort. Classes will teach how to paint silk banners that will be used in a public installation on the library’s first floor. Registration required for classes starting in May; visit chattlibrary.org/events. Live demonstrations, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 20, noon-2 p.m. May 18.
CHATTANOOGA STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE – 4501 Amnicola Highway. 423-697-4400, www.chattanoogastate.edu. Student drawings, paintings and photographs on view in Center for Advanced Technology, Center for Engineering, Technology Arts & Sciences and Andrews Center Student Gallery, through May.
CHATTANOOGA WORKSPACE – 302 W. Sixth St. 423-822-5750, www.chattanoogaworkspace.com. “Emerging Artists,” featuring Ooltewah High School senior exhibition and Erica Kurktchi, through April 26.
THE CHATTERY – Chattanooga WorkSpace, 302 W. Sixth St., unless otherwise noted. 423-413-8978. Register (and see classes not listed here) at www.thechattery.org.
» April 11: Gin Is In, gin history and tasting session, 6-8 p.m. $30.
» April 12: Beginner Embroidery: Cocktail Mixer, learn four popular threading techniques, all focused on cocktails, 6-8 p.m. $40.
» April 13: Beginner Macrame: Make Your Own Clutch, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $55.
» April 13: Beginner Repeat Pattern Design, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $25.
» April 13: Make and Take Jewelry: Earrings, basic jewelry design and fabrication techniques using sterling silver, brass and copper, 2-4 p.m. $45.
» April 15: Introduction to Fluid Art, how to create archival-quality artwork, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $45.
» April 15: Beginner Crochet, to make a scarf, purse, granny square or doily, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $30.
» April 16: Ask a Writer, for anyone with questions about writing, editing, formatting, proofing and small-target publishing, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Email questions in advance to info@thechattery.org. $15, includes pen and paper; or bring a notebook, tablet or laptop.
» April 16: Beginner Handlettering, to learn the “modern calligraphy” seen in home decor,” 6-8:15 p.m. $45, includes three take-home pens and tracing paper.
» April 17: Introduction to Calligraphy, good penmanship not required, 6-7:30 p.m. $25, includes take-home paper and calligraphy pens. Bring a small quotation or inspirational phrase to use for your project.
CREATIVE ARTS GUILD – 520 W. Waugh St., Dalton, Ga. 706-278-0168, www.creativeartsguild.org. Gallery opening and artist reception, 5:30-7:30 p.m. April 12. Sew ‘n So Quilt Show partnering for juried competitive exhibit coinciding with quilting convention.
ERLANGER GALLERY CORRIDOR – 975 E. Third St. www.erlanger.org/artsaterlanger. “Birds, Bees and Butterflies,” April 20-Aug. 21.
GALLERY AT BLACKWELL – Blackwell Automotive, 71 Eastgate Loop. 423-344-5643, www.chattanoogaphoto.org. Photographic Society of Chattanooga’s winter show, extended through May 2.
GREAT ADULT EGG HUNT – Sculpture Fields, 1800 Polk St. Artists sought to design eggs for second annual event presented by The Chattery, April 20. Hunt is 2-4 p.m., followed by Hoppy Hour at Main Street restaurants, 4-6 p.m. Pick up blank wooden eggs at Chattanooga WorkSpace, 302 W. Sixth St. (email info@thechattery.org to arrange a pickup time). Decorated eggs must be returned by April 13. Tickets to hunt are $7 in advance, $10 day of. www.greatadultegghunt.com.
HART GALLERY – 110 E. Main St. 423-521-4707, www.hartgallerytn.com. Grief and Loss Art Expression Group, 9-11 a.m. each Thursday. $15 per session, due at arrival. Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance at www.EventBrite.com.
HUNTER MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART – 10 Bluff View. Admission: $15 ages 18 and older. 423-267-0968, www.huntermuseum.org.
» Teen Vision, youths invited to help plan programming, 4:30-5:30 p.m. April 11. RSVP to rveal@huntermuseum.org.
» Cam Busch Endowed Arts for Health Lecture Series, featuring Nashville singer/songwriter Steve Dean of Operation Song, 5-7:30 p.m. April 11. $50. Purchase tickets through CHI Memorial Foundation, 423-495-4438 or foundation@memorial.org.
» Jazz + Art, performance by UTC jazz ensemble and discussion of relationship between music and art, 6-7 p.m. April 18. $15 nonmember adults; free all others.
» Special exhibition, “Alyson Shotz: Un/Folding,” through May 27.
‘ Richard Hunt: Graceful Fluidity,” through Aug. 11.
IMAX 3D THEATER – 201 Chestnut St. “One World, One Creation: Together We Will Flourish,” by North Georgia Sky Painters, through April.
IN-TOWN GALLERY – 26A Frazier Ave. 423-267-9214, www.intowngallery.com. “Showers Bring Flowers” by Helen Brooks, through April 30.
JOHN C. WILLIAMS GALLERY – Brock Hall (second floor), Southern Adventist University, Collegedale. 423-236-2089.
» “Bachelor of Arts” show by senior art students, through April 12.
» Opening of Bachelor of Fine Arts show, “Shaping Disposition,” by senior Jake Strauss, 6-8 p.m. April 18.
MICHAEL’S FINE ARTS – 1325 Dug Gap Road, Dalton, Ga. 706-278-8840, www.michaelsfinearts.com. “Line and Form” by Chattanooga region of Tennessee Watercolor Society, through May 26.
MUSEUM CENTER AT FIVE POINTS – 200 E. Inman St., Cleveland, Tenn. Admission: $5 adults, $4 students and seniors. 423-339-5745, www.museumcenter.org. “The History of Sewing Machines,” through June 30.
NIGHTFALL ART MARKET – Miller Park, 910 Market St. Call for visual artists to sell, display or demonstrate in Miller Park (while music plays at Miller Plaza) during Nightfall season, Fridays, May 3-Aug. 30 (except May 31). Booth fee $25 for 10-by-10 space, with 10 percent of sales going to Nightfall. Register: www.chattanoogapresents.com/register. Information: kathy@chattanoogapresents.com.
NORTH RIVER CIVIC CENTER – 1009 Executive Drive, Suite 102, Hixson. 423-870-8924. “Strong Women,” through May 31.
REFLECTIONS GALLERY – 1635 Rossville Ave. 423-892-3072. Grand opening at new location, with artist talks and demonstrations, 2-8 p.m. April 12, 1-6 p.m. April 13.
RIVER GALLERY – 400 E. Second St. 423-265-5033, ext. 5; www.river-gallery.com. New works by glass artist Curtiss Brock and oil painters Joe Parrott, Victoria Pearmain and David Salerno, through April 30.
TOWNSEND ATELIER – The Arts Building, 301 E. 11th St. 423-266-2712, www.townsendatelier.com. Another Gorgeous Evening cocktail party and art preview of original painting, printmaking and sculpture, 6-8 p.m. April 11. $75. Proceeds support Tennessee River Gorge Trust’s preservation efforts.
UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH – University Archives and Special Collections, Sewanee, Tenn. www.sewanee.edu. “Sewanee’s Historic Houses,” through July 31.
WANDERLINGER ART GALLERY – WanderLinger Brewing Co., 1208 King St. Works by Nyisha Ubowski, through April.