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Tonight: Comedy at the Grove with Tyler Sonnichsen

Posted at 2:03 pm March 30, 2018
By Antonette Whitson Leave a Comment

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Comedy at the Grove will celebrate its four-year anniversary with a show at the Grove Theater in Oak Ridge tonight (Friday, March 30).

The show will include headliner Tyler Sonnichsen of Knoxville. He recently wrapped up his Flour to the People Tour with Sean Simoneau, who will be featured tonight.

The host for the evening will be Tre Pack, the press release said.

“Come join us for a big night of laughs and celebration!” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Comedy, Entertainment, Top Stories Tagged With: Chris Rogers, comedy, Comedy at the Grove, Grove Theater, Sean Simoneau, Tre Pack, Tyler Sonnichsen

Sean Finnerty to headline Comedy at the Grove on Saturday, Feb. 17

Posted at 6:32 am February 9, 2018
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Sean Finnerty, who grew up in Ireland, will be the special guest and headliner at Comedy at the Grove in Oak Ridge on Saturday, February 17. The show will also feature Jay Kendrick and Shane Rhyne of Knoxville.

“Your hilarious host for the evening is Kris Bell,” a press release said.

The show will start at 8 p.m. Saturday, February 17, and doors will open at 7 p.m. Concessions will be available for purchase when the doors open, the press release said. You must be 18 to enter. Admission is $10. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Comedy, Entertainment, Front Page News Tagged With: comedy, Comedy at the Grove, Grove Theater, Irish Society of Knoxville, Jay Kendrick, Kris Bell, Sean Finnerty, Shane Rhyne

Buddy Westcott’s Open Mic at the Grove on Thursday

Posted at 11:52 pm January 24, 2018
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There is an open mic for musicians, singers, poets, and comedians at the Grove Theater in Oak Ridge on Thursday.

It’s called Buddy Westcott’s Open Mic at the Grove. All ages are welcome.

The open mic is in the small theater from 7-11 p.m. Thursday, January 25. Sign-ups will be at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $3, and it will be passed on to High Places Community Church, which owns the Grove Theater. The theater is in Grove Center.

There will be a three-song limit or 15 minutes for each group or solo or act, organizers said.

More information will be added as it becomes available.

Filed Under: Comedy, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music, Top Stories Tagged With: Buddy Westcott's Open Mic at the Grove, comedians, Grove Center, Grove Theater, High Places Community Church, musicians, open mic, poets, singers

Oak Ridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner is Thursday at High Places

Posted at 1:37 pm November 22, 2017
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Everyone is invited to a community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 23, in Grove Center in Oak Ridge.

“Everyone should have someone to give thanks with on Thanksgiving!” a press release said.

The Thanksgiving Dinner is scheduled from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at High Places Community Church/Grove Theater at 123 Randolph Road in Oak Ridge.

“The emphasis of the event is community, with a goal of providing people the opportunity to dine with others on Thanksgiving,” the press release said. “As in the past, a grassroots group of individuals is coordinating this effort to be hosted by High Places Community Church/Grove Theater. As such, volunteers, food and financial donations are needed.” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Churches, Community, Community, Front Page News, Slider, Top Stories Tagged With: Grove Theater, High Places Community Church, Oak Ridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving dinner

Super Hero Family Fun Day with filmmaker Brett Culp to benefit ADFAC on Saturday

Posted at 12:47 pm October 27, 2017
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“Superman moments…” that’s what filmmaker Brett Culp calls those times when we’re inspired to overcome challenges or do something more for our neighbors. “Look to the Sky” tells the true and uplifting story of young people from around the country who are making a real difference and inspiring hope for us all.

A charity screening of this film will be the culmination of a fun, family friendly super hero day to be held Saturday, October 28, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Grove Theater in Oak Ridge. “Look to the Sky” will be shown in the Grove Theater beginning at 1:30 p.m., with all proceeds going to Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties, or ADFAC. ADFAC has a heroic 30-year history of serving under-resourced families in our community, bringing hope and light wherever they go.

Culp will be making an appearance and joining us for this community event. As stated on Culp’s website, “Culp is the personal cinematographer for Hollywood stars, music icons, hall of fame athletes, and royal families.” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Churches, Community, Nonprofits, Top Stories Tagged With: "Look to the Sky", ADFAC, Aid to Distressed Families of Appalachian Counties, Brett Culp, Grove Theater, Super Hero

Comedy at the Grove with Jenn Snyder tonight

Posted at 10:01 am August 26, 2017
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Comedy at the Grove is back for its end of the summer show.

Join us for a night full of laughs with one of the funniest comedians around—the hilarious Jenn Snyder! Also featured is Knoxville’s Shane Rhyne and hosting is your favorite Aunt Debby. You must be 18 to enter. Concessions will be available for purchase in the lobby area.”

Headliner: Jenn Snyder

At 5’2″, comedian Jenn Snyder packs a whole lot of funny in her one-two punch style of comedy. With topics ranging from her days growing up as a lesbian in a “good ol’ boy” town to her dealing with the public on a daily basis, this comedian will pull you in with her stories and leave you wanting more with her quick wit and hilarious observations. Born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina, her ultimate goal is to unite all people through laughter.

Featured: Shane Rhyne [Read more…]

Filed Under: Comedy, Entertainment Tagged With: comedy, Comedy at the Grove, Debby Johnson, Grove Theater, Jenn Snyder, Shane Rhyne

Barbershop Harmony Society presents ‘I’m Going South’ at Grove Theater in September

Posted at 4:27 am August 24, 2017
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A show in Oak Ridge in September will feature the Southern Harmony Brigade chorus and other singers.

The show is titled “I’m Goin’ South,” and it will be presented by the Greater Knoxville Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society.

The show is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Saturday, September 9, in the Historic Grove Theater in Oak Ridge.

The show was announced by the Smokyland Sound Barbershop Harmony Chapter.

The Historic Grove Theater is located at 123 Randolph Road in Grove Center. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Front Page News, Music Tagged With: Barbershop Harmony Society, Grove Theater, Historic Grove Theater, I'm Going South, Rooftop Records, Smokyland Sound Barbershop Harmony Chapter, Southern Harmony Brigade

An Evening Out to benefit Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County

Posted at 2:01 pm April 21, 2017
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Photo courtesy Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County

 

Some of East Tennessee’s most exciting performing artists will share one stage in Oak Ridge in a concert to raise funds for the Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County, or CACAC, a press release said.

The event attracts a cadre of talented singers, songwriters, dancers, and performers from the area, the press release said. This year, it’s scheduled to start at 6 p.m. Friday, April 28, at the Grove Theater at 123 Randolph Road in Grove Center.

Two of the area’s most talented performers will be highlighting the evening, the press release said. Kelle Jolly, “The Tennessee Ukulele Lady,” is one of East Tennessee’s most celebrated jazz musicians and a WUOT personality, the release said. Dominick White, a baritone with the Marble City Opera Company, will share his talent in the evening of fun.

Other singers, plus dance ensembles, will be performing including tango, lindy hop, and Greg Carney’s hip-hop. The emcee of the evening will be Zach Farrar who will also be handling the live auction.

“This event makes a difference in the lives of children,” said Sally Avery, president of the CACAC Board of Directors. “An evening of entertainment while supporting the kids, it is the event to be at this year!” [Read more…]

Filed Under: Community, Dancing, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music, Nonprofits Tagged With: An Evening Out, CACAC, Child Advocacy Center of Anderson County, Dominick White, Greg Carney, Grove Theater, Kelly Jolly, Marble City Opera Company, Sally Avery, The Tennessee Ukulele Lady, Zach Farrar

Semi-animated musical show Saturday at Grove Theater

Posted at 9:07 pm March 10, 2017
By Carolyn Krause Leave a Comment

Pink House performers

“The Pink House: A Tale of Two Faces” will be presented on Saturday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grove Theater.

This traveling, semi-animated variety show hosts eminent local musicians in an ongoing epic about an artist and his various misadventures, a press release said.

The show is illustrated by Desmond Darko of Oak Ridge. It is voice-acted by Darko, Courtney Harvey, and Austin Puckett.

Musical guests are Mojlae, a folk guitarist who experiments with electronic and synthetic sounds, and The Shut Inns, an alternative rock band that uses grunge and punk influences. To hear samples of Mojlae’s music, visit https://soundcloud.com/mojlae. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Entertainment, Front Page News, Music Tagged With: Austin Puckett, Courtney Harvey, Desmond Darko, Grove Theater, Mojlae, musical show, The Pink House, The Pink House: A Tale of Two Faces, The Shut Inns

Photos: ORHS Fusion Orchestra on ‘Blue Plate Special’ radio show on WDVX

Posted at 2:44 pm February 5, 2017
By John Huotari Leave a Comment

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The Oak Ridge High School Fusion Orchestra performs on the “Blue Plate Special” on WDVX 89.9 FM at the Grove Theater in Oak Ridge on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017. (Photo by John Huotari/Oak Ridge Today)

 

The Oak Ridge High School Fusion Orchestra performed on the “Blue Plate Special” radio show on WDVX FM 89.9 on Friday. Here are photos from the show.

The groundbreaking fusion orchestra is now in its second year at ORHS, and it is the brainchild of ORHS Orchestra Director Doug Phillips, a press release said. According to Phillips, the class is a result of his doctoral studies during the past seven years at one of the top music universities in the world: Boston University.

“The class is a unique way to teach orchestra students for several reasons,” Phillips said. “First, in a traditional orchestra, all of the students are guided by notes on a paper that tell them exactly what to do and when to do it, how loud to play it, when to stop, etc., while the teacher acts as an overseer and dictates of all activities. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Education, Entertainment, Entertainment, Front Page News, K-12, Music, Slider Tagged With: Blue Plate Special, Doug Phillips, fusion orchestra, Grove Theater, Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge High School Fusion Orchestra, ORHS, Tune Junkies, WDVX, WDVX FM 89.9

ORHS Fusion Orchestra will perform on ‘Blue Plate Special’ on WDVX on Friday

Posted at 6:42 pm January 31, 2017
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The Oak Ridge High School Fusion Orchestra will perform on the “Blue Plate Special” on WDVX FM 89.9 on Friday.

The show is scheduled from 12-1 p.m. Friday, February 3, at the Grove Theater at 123 Randolph Road in Oak Ridge. It’s free.

The groundbreaking fusion orchestra is now in its second year at ORHS, and it is the brainchild of ORHS Orchestra Director Doug Phillips, a press release said. According to Phillips, the class is a result of his doctoral studies during the past seven years at one of the top music universities in the world: Boston University. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Education, Entertainment, Front Page News, K-12, Music, Top Stories Tagged With: Blue Plate Special, Doug Phillips, Grove Theater, Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge High School Fusion Orchestra, ORHS, ORHS Orchestra, WDVX, WDVX FM 89.9

Reminder: Oak Ridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner is Thursday

Posted at 11:31 am November 23, 2016
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Reminder: The Oak Ridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner is Thursday.

The dinner is scheduled from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, November 24, at High Places Community Church/Grove Theater at 123 Randolph Road in Oak Ridge.

You can learn more by visiting OakRidgeCommunityThanksgiving.com or Facebook.com/OakRidgeCommunityThanksgiving, or by sending an email to [email protected].
[Read more…]

Filed Under: Community Tagged With: Grove Theater, High Places Community Church, Oak Ridge Community Thanksgiving Dinner, Thanksgiving

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