Blount County Arts and Culture

Find theater events, symphony performances, art showings and more in Blount County

Weird Movie Wednesday: But I’m a Cheerleader!

Join host Lea Yoder for a campy satire that's perfect for Pride month! _But I'm a Cheerleader_ (1999) is a landmark film about gender roles, gender normativity, and coming to terms with one's own sexuality, but all dressed up in a candy colored style. Don't miss this one! The bar opens at 5:30 and the […]

THE STEPFORD FOLLIES VARIETY SHOW: A Night That’s Sure to Spice Up Your Life!

This will be the NOT TO MISS show of the year. For once the power house people who bring you a lot of the fabulous comedy, performing and performance arts of Maryville are joining forces for an unforgettable night of laughter, ladies and so much more... Join US for The Stepford Follies Variety Show featuring: […]

Watercolor Batik on Rice Paper — Two Tulips-Second Class by Popular Demand

Townsend Art Center/Townsend Artisan Guild

Join Gaynell Lawson to create your version of tulips using watercolor batik (watercolors and melted paraffin) on rice paper. Gaynell will provide a guide of tulips and guide you through the usage and control of watercolor, waxing,and ironing to finish. You will complete a 11x14 or 8x10 painting ready to frame and enjoy. This is […]

2025 7-Day Shootout Filmmaking Competition

Registration for the 2025 7-Day Shootout Filmmaking Competition is strong. So far, we have had 13 teams register. This leaves only 17 spots remaining. I expect those will be filled soon. Don't wait to join the fun we are going to have this June. Registration is only $50 and that includes two tickets to the […]

Ernest Lancaster Book Signing-Police Puppeteer

Townsend Art Center/Townsend Artisan Guild

The Townsend Artisans Guild will host local author, Ernest Lancaster, for a book singing. POLICE PUPPETEER is the third book in the Memphis M.O. series. POLICE PUPPETEER follows Captain Rick Munro, as he attempts to prove his worth after Memphis’ mayor is assassinated under his guard. Standing in his way is a ruthless powerbroker, masterminding […]

Clay handbuilding class – Round Vessel

Creative Spark Studio

In this class, students will get to play with clay to create a delightful Round Vessel. NO experience required. All ages from 13+ are welcome! Come get your hands muddy as you create a unique and delightful Round Vessel, guided step-by-step, by Tracie! Price: $42 includes all materials and instruction + 4.5% booking fee per […]

Smoky Mountain Storytellers!

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center

Join the members of the Smoky Mountains Storytellers Association! Nestled amidst the captivating backdrop of the Smoky Mountains, the Smoky Mountain Storytellers Association is a vibrant collective of individuals deeply passionate about the age-old art of storytelling. These tellers, drawing inspiration from the rich tapestry of the region, weave tales that range from traditional Appalachian […]

Clay handbuilding class – Cat Bell

Creative Spark Studio

In this class, students will get to play with clay to create a delightful Cat Bell. NO experience required. All ages from 13+ are welcome! Come get your hands muddy as you create a unique and delightful Cat Bell, guided step-by-step, by Tracie! Price: $42 includes all materials and instruction + 4.5% booking fee per […]

Throwing on the Pottery Wheel

Studio 212 Arts

*This camp requires a reservation* Come create a “clay band” with drums, ocarinas, rattles, and more. Students will learn about historic musical traditions and combine basic hand building techniques of pinch pot, coil and slab to make their instruments. Pieces will be glazed on the last day of class and be ready to pick up […]

3rd Annual Appalachian Homecoming

Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend

Appalachia Through the Ages: A Celebration of Food, Music & Culture Join us on August 2nd for the 3rd Annual Appalachian Homecoming, a day set aside to honor the stories, sounds, and soul of these mountains we call home. Through shared meals, mountain music, and the company of neighbors old and new, we’ll journey through […]

Boeing Boeing

PREPARE FOR BOARDING for our nonstop flight to nonstop fun - Boeing Boeing! Join us for our second main stage show of the 2025 season! Boeing Boeing is set in the roaring 1960s, and centers on playboy Bernard, who has a flat in Paris and three stewardesses all engaged to him without knowing about each […]