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a boy. A boy who loves to draw. A boy with mental illness who
help of his mother Kim Hix, is trying to nd his place in the world.
e every mother wants to see their child succeed, his life is
ted by the laundry list of mental health concerns which have been
his and his familys life since early childhood.
was rst diagnosed at age ve with bi-polar disorder, but as he
at was changed to intermittent explosive disorder coupled with
e compulsive disorder. Then in the 5th grade, he contracted strep
hich in turn led to new disorders such as Tourettes syndrome,
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coccal (PANDAS.) Through it all, Zack still in many ways is a
eenager who loves spending time with his family, looks forward to
ng from high school and wants a life where he can be a self
g contributing member of society.
of all, Zack loves to draw. Kim said, Zack has always drawn.
good with words so this is how he expresses
When he was younger, after his rages he would
tures to say he was sorry. Zacks main artistic
s always been cartoon characters, superheroes
mation and the Good Boy Roy collection is based
himself as Roy, other family members and
nds. Zack doesnt shy away from problems in
his life as seen in his Angry Allen character. Because
of his disabilities, Zack was bullied in middle school
and from that Allen was created telling the
world how being bullied made him feel.
After Kim had a special tee-shirt featuring Roy
printed for him, he wore it continuously. Many
positive comments gave her the idea to turn
Zacks passion into a way to help overcome the
stigma of mental illness while hopefully providing
a means of support if traditional mainstream
employment isnt possible.
In addition to being president of Good Boy
Roy, Kim also is a wife, a mother to a
younger daughter, a personal trainer and a guardian
ad litem. Kim wears many hatsincluding the one in
the photo knitted with love by her mother. Libbys Lids
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characters on tee-shirts, mousepads
and mugs or to discuss business
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GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA FEBRUARY ISSUE, 2014 The Fete Gazette
By E. Richard Walton
Speaking at the Ninth Wilkins Leadership
Awards banquet in Columbia, Richard W. Riley,
the elder statesman, said America needs to give
education a front row seat. He said China has the
upper hand, especially when it comes to engineers
who earn doctorates.
The Chinese are producing about 10,000 Ph.Ds in
engineering annually, he said. Meanwhile, the U.S.
is producing fewer engineering doctorates and
most are Chinese who are taking them back home.
He said that he sees no let up in Chinas philoso-
phy when it comes to education. Riley said the
country with 1.3 billion people was investing
heavily into economic expansion and envisions no
let up.
In the last year, China invested $250 billion into
the education pipeline, he informed an estimated
600 banquet guests. I tell you the Chinese are in
it to win, he said.
Riley--a lawyer with a no nonsense manner-
-knows the deal, and still keep track of academic
trends. Hes a learned man. Hes also a former S.C.
governor and served as U.S. Secretary of Educa-
tion for the 8 years for President Clinton.
He was delivering these words to people who can
make a difference. They include: Carl F. Kohrt,
interim President, Furman University, James P.
Clements, the newly installed President of Clem-
son University and David H. Wilkins, chairman of
Clemsons board of directors and former U.S.
Ambassador to Canada.

We have no choice but to compete, Riley said, his
words floating through large room.
Getting Really Real
Riley said theres little left to do but to get busy.
We now must compete with the whole world.
America no longer has an advance, he said.
Hammering the point, he said the Chinese have
built a train that travels at 200 mph. Echoing the
point in her annual state address, Gov. Nikki
Haley wants to pour more cash into classrooms.
Typically, the push back is that some of the states
players say that they failed to see the need.
The former secretary said the evidence is clear,
and the state has constraints. Some of are not
part of anything resembling a level field. One out
of 5 lives in poverty, he said. And, worse, half
the students live in abject poverty.

The annual milestone was sponsored by The
Riley Institute at Furman. Held in mid-January,
this Ninth Annual Wilkins Leadership Awards
Dinner was held at the Columbia Metropolitan
Convention Center.
Its traditionally held the first day that state
legislators take their seats for the first time each
year. The two major leadership awards when to
S.C. attorney Steve G. Morrison and Sen. Paul
Campbell.
EDUCATION, PUT IT
UP FRONT, RILEY SAYS
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA FEBRUARY ISSUE, 2014 The Fete Gazette
Riley, a Furman graduate, played a key role in
setting up the institute than bears his name.
Established in 1999, The Riley Institute estab-
lished a diversity training institute to help senior
and middle managers statewide learn how to
supervise today diverse workforce.
The institute also brings in a series of speakers
throughout the year to help South Carolinians
break down social and economic barriers and to
help make the state a better place to live, it
articulates in one brochure.
The training is conducted in Greenville, Columbia
and Charleston; more than 1,000 graduates com-
pleted the diversity training. Riley has said the
diversity sessions will help propel the Palmetto
state forward. For the third now, the institute has
held a weekend session entitled One South Caro-
lina in Hilton Head, S. C. The Diversity Institute
graduates statewide attend the session, which is
scheduled the weekend of Feb. 28.
Riley said America
must act if it hopes
to keep its leader-
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and collaboratively.
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FILM
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FEB 5 Picnic at Hanging Rock
1975 Rated PG 115 min. Peter Weir
A story about the disappearance of several Appleyard College students, and a
teacher, from Hanging Rock.
FEB 6 The Perks of Being A Wallower
2012 Rated PG-13 (13+) 102 min. Stephan Chbosky
An introvert freshman is taken under the wings of two seniors who welcome
him to the real world.
FEB 13 Rocky Horror Picture Show
1975 Rated R (18+) 100 min. Jim Sharman
A newly engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and
must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.
FEB 19 Wild At Heart
1990 Rated R (18+) 125 min. David Lynch
Young lovers Sailor and Lula run from the variety of weirdos that Lulas mom
has hired to kill Sailor.
FEB 20 Amelie
2001 Rated R (18+) 122 min. Jean-Pierre Jeunet
Amelie, an innocent and naive girl in Paris, with her own sense of justice, decides
to help those around her and along the way, discovers love.
FEB 27 The Great Train Robbery/High Noon
SPECIAL DOUBLE FEATURE
1903 Rated G 11 min. Edwin S. Porter
1952 Rated PG 85 min. Fred Zinnemann
All shows are at 7PM at Cofee Underground and are
FREE lm screenings (but donations are encouraged)
unless otherwise noted.
$5 presale
$7 at the door
Prop bags will be sold at
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A DOS E OF
Jack was out with his buddies. A new place called
Moriartys Folly had just opened across town a few
weeks before and was getting a lot of buzz. Jacks
buddy Philip fancied himself a ladies man and
wanted to share his love with a new crop of talent.
His words. Jack was happier being closer to home,
but, a new night, a new place who knew?
Moriartys Folly had a nice atmosphere. An English
pub accented with news articles and paraphernalia
celebrating the exploits of the world-famous
detective, Sherlock Holmes. The crowd was a
pretty good mix of people from all over the city,
who had come to check out this new favor of the
month. Jack leaned back in his chair and surveyed
the scene. Phil was hitting on every girl who passed
by and was striking out. This was his M.O. He
typically struck out at frst, but by the end of the
night, one or two would make their way back. It
was a successful strategy, albeit a long one.
Jack was debating whether or not he would stay for
the entirety of Phils show, when a woman of nearly
perfect proportions caught his eye. She was on the
other side of the bar and surrounded by friends, but
Jack was certain he experienced perfection. In the
curve of her hip. In the tone of her thigh. In the
length of her raven-esque hair with just a slight curl
to its body. Then she turned slightly and he saw her
face and his eyes widened, and his heart beat faster.
He put down his drink and without a word to Phil,
who was explaining the Moriarty theme to a girl
who had already circled back to him, he made his
way across the bar. With purpose.
As he got closer to her, be called out: April!
She didnt appear to hear him. He got right beside
her, so close that he reached out and touched
her shoulder. She was startled at frst, but then
looked up at him and smiled. He looked into her
perfect blue eyes and melted at her smile of perfect
white teeth. He caught his breath and dares to
speak again.
April, its me, Jack! She looked confused. I cant
believe were fnally meeting like this. I thought
you were heading out of town this weekend.
What happened?
She looked around at her friends who were all in
different stages of giggling fts, took a sip from her
wine glass, then looked up at Jack and spoke loudly
to be heard above the crowd. Jack, is it? Well,
I dont know how to tell you this, but my name isnt
April, its Jennifer. I live in Chicago. Im just in
for the weekend visiting my cousin. The smile
from Jacks face faded as he realized she was telling
the truth.
I dont understand, do you have a twin sister?
Nope. Two brothers. Why do you think my name
is April?
Jacks eyes darted back and forth like he was putting
together pieces of a great mystery. Each revelation
appeared to bring him discomfort and sadness.
Finally, he shared his insight with Jennifer.
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Im sorry. Its just I met someone online about
a month ago. I dont usually meet women online,
but when I saw her picture, well, I guess it was
a picture of you, I was so taken, I fgured well,
I guess I shoukd have known better. I guess
someones been having a big laugh at my expense.
Wow, Im sorry.
No, you shouldnt be sorry. In fact, Im sorry for
freaking you out. Its just when I saw you I
feel like I know you, you know. And if you want a
big laugh to take back to Chicago with you, Im
pretty sure I was falling in love with you Well,
not YOU. You know. Im sorry. Youre very
beautiful. Im going to go back to my stool and
drink to my stupidity. The next round for you and
your friends is on me. Take care.
Jack turned to leave, but Jennifer felt responsible
for his sadness and couldnt have that guilt
weighing on her heart. She called out to him.
Wait! Its not every day a stranger professes his
love to me. I feel like I should at least get to
know you before I break your heart. And then
she smiled her perfect smile. We were actually
about to head to another pub, so if you were
serious about that next round, youll have to
come with us.
Are you sure? Jack asked with the obvious look
of hope in his expression.
Of course. Ive found the best way to get men to
stop loving me is for them to really get to know
me. Well break you of this emotion yet.
Jack was beaming. OK, Ill be wth you in just a
second. Ive got to tell my buddy that Im leaving.
Yu better hurry, or Ill be gone and youll lose
me forever.
Jack liked this girl. She was smarter, wittier and
friendlier than he had anticipated. He started to
worry that he had made a mistake. He caught up
to Phil and let him know he was leaving.
Well, that was quick, said Phil. Did you use that
somebody used your picture bit?
Yeah, but Im thinking it might have been a
mistake. I think I might really like her.
Well, it serves ya right you prick. Now get out of
here, before you cramp my style.
And with that, Jack turned and headed out with
Jennifer and her friends to begin a relationship forged
in deceit and therefore doomed to eventual failure.
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Maybe it was all the beer consumed during football
season or the champagne in little plastic cups for New
Years that made my alcohol taste buds crave
something more sophisticated. Or it could have even
been the James Bond movie marathon I watched last
weekendbut lately, I found myself with a desire for
007s favorite adult beverage. So, together with a group
of like-minded, intrepid friends (and one saintly soul
who offered to be the designated driver) we headed
Downtown for our own personal Martini-Gras!
The RiverPlace section of Downtown seemed to be the
perfect place to embark on our search for the Best
Martini in Greenville. Our rst stop was High Cotton,
which boasts the World Famous Espresso Martini.
Now, I dont know how famous it is outside of South
Carolina, but this wonderful concoction of espresso,
Maverick Vodka & Kahlua, in a lovely glass rimmed with
delicious cocoa, was well-received by this group of
caffeine-addicted martini lovers. High Cotton also offers
an array of other appealing cocktails, which, together
with their 4-6:30PM Happy Hour that occurs seven
days a week, ensures a return visit for this crew.
Eager to continue ourummmresearch, our happy
group ventured to The Lazy Goat, to see what potent
potions they might offer. Each of our four researchers
ordered a different martini from The Goats rened
drink menu. Although the Strawberry Martini (with
Fresh Strawberry infused Ketel One Vodka) and the
Ripe & Ready Martini (with Absolute Pear Vodka, simple
syrup, lemon & orange juice & a splash of cranberry)
were mighty tasty, we were split evenly in our love for
both the Crimson Pear Martini and the Apple Cobbler
Martini. At rst glance, the Apple Cobbler Martini
sounded like an alcoholic impossibility, but with one
taste of the Apple Pucker, Buttershots & Gran Marnier
mixture, we were hooked. Imagine Grandmas yummy
homemade dessertwith Gran Marnier!!! Vying for the
title of favorite martini (at The Goat, anyway) was the
Crimson Pear Martini a delectable fusion of Absolute
Pear, pomegranate juice & simple syrup it was almost
too pretty to drink!
As we exited The Lazy Goat, the strains of jazz caught
our attention & we were drawn to the last of our stops,
Blues Boulevard Jazz. We quickly discovered that this
cool, laid back music venue is not only a great spot to
listen to some smooth jazz, but is also home to a vast
martini menu each named for a jazz or blues legend.
Almost overwhelmed by the huge selection of powerful
potables, we each ordered a different versiontwice
(good thing we have that designated driver)! After
sacricing a small section of our livers for sake of
ummscience, we decided on our favorites. The
Dizzie Gillespies Mango Sweet Tea Martini was a
delight to the taste buds. With Firey Sweet Tea Vodka,
Van Gogh Mango Vodka, sour mix and a squeeze of
lemon & a splash a Sprite for good measure, this classy
drink made your senses sing. Not to be outdone, the
Miles Davis Pomegranate Martini, with Titos Handmade
Vodka, Pama Pomegranate Liqueur, lime juice, triple
sec & again, a splash of Sprite, was a smooth as the
music of the man for which it was named. Denitely
worth an honorable mention, are the uniquely
refreshing Effen Cucumber Martini (Effen Vodka, lime,
sode & a cucumber slice) and the decadent On
Dolphin Street Mint Cocktail (Godiva Chocolate Liqueur,
Baileys Crme de Menthe & half n half with a
chocolate drizzle). Ohand the music at Blues
Boulevard is as luscious as their martini selection.
After my evening of exploration into Downtowns
diverse martini possibilities, I can see this subject
warrants much more research. But dont wait for me
do a little research of your own. Just be sure to have a
designated driver. Until thensee you Downtown!
In Search of the
Perfect
Martini
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My least favorite month. Its too cold for crop tops and Im tired of drinking cocoa and watching Harry Potter
marathons. And to top it all off, theres the big V-Day to remind me that yes, Im still single and no, I dont
have any hope of changing that in the near future.
Call it prejudice, just really not a fan of all things February. Needless to say, I try to get through it as quick as
possible; all the while thanking the Lord that its the shortest month of the year.
Easiest way to do so? Distraction! Forget the chocolate and chick icks. How many times have you watched
The Notebook anyway?
FEBRUARY
Im a dirty martini gal myself, but when
one of my man hating girl friends told me
about a drink called Go to Hell how
could I resist?
oz vodka
oz rum
oz tequila
oz gin
oz blue curacao liqueur
2 oz. sweet and sour mix
2 oz lemon/lime soda
1 cherry
Step 1: Make A Drink
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Celebration.
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Tuesday, April 1st
is Open Mic at
Chicora Alley. An
appreciative audience
and ve minutes at
the microphone -
thats the recipe
for this popular, free
Emrys program that
attracts a diverse
group of readers
sharing their work
once a month at a
cozy venue in
downtown Greenville.
All Open Mics begin
at 7pm!
Building a
community of writers
and readers.
The last thing I want is a book with people almost kissing on
the cover. I want blood and guts and gore, but more than that,
I want a really good mystery. If you didnt read Gone Girl by
Gillian Flynn when it came out in the summer of 2012, now is
the time! And even if you did already read it books are like
old friends, why not visit?
Gone Girl centers around one question: did Nick Dunne kill
his wife? Told from Nicks side of the story rst and later on
his wifes, the shifting, unreliable narration makes this one of
the best psychological thrillers Ive ever read. Youll get
halfway through and for about ve minutes youll
think that all hope is lost and you should just stop
now. A word of advice dont. It made the New
York Times Best Seller list for a reason. I mean,
cmon, the tagline is Marriage can be a real killer.
You HAVE to read it.
Gillian Flynn Website
On Thursday, February 20th at 7:00, The
Writing Show will be back in the Barnet Room at
the Public Library HQ in downtown Spartanburg.
The second installment of the program will focus
on getting a book contract. Panelists Marly Rusoff
(representative of Pat Conroy, Masha Hamilton and
Ron Rash, among others) and Sonja Condit (a recent
Converse College MFA graduate who published The
Starter House with HarperCollins) will answer all of your
questions. Plus, its free and open to all! Now you really have no excuse.
The Writing Show Marly Rusoff Sonja Condit
Step 2: Read A Book
Step 3: Go Out With Your Friends
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There once stood a mural paying homage to
Greenvilles baseball legend Shoeless Joe Jackson on
the left as you enter the Village.
Due to renovations, this area is now home to three
thriving businesses.
Anchored on either end are two wonderful places for
women to be treated like a queen and with Valentines
Day around the corner what could be more perfect?
The Lash Bar owner Chrystal Boyd specializes in lash
extensions, but her talent doesnt stop there. She also
has her own make up lineCrystal G. Cosmetics.
Walk out of the Lash Bar and head towards our newest
resident business Alchemy Salon and meet owner
Mande Horne who will give you that perfect hairstyle.
After you leave there you notice that you have passed
by a small shop nestled in between the two salons.
Matthew Campbell Studio is an unassuming little
shop. Once you walk in your eyes will rst be drawn to
a master jeweler working at the back of the studio.
Matthew immediately looks up and with a warm smile
welcomes you into his studio. Then you stop and look
in the cases that surround you, and what you see will
absolutely amaze and delight.
Its obvious that Matthew Campbell has a true passion
for his craft. The detail that he puts into creating each
beautiful piece is evident. Maybe you would like
something created just for you?
Sit down with Matthew and he will design that special
one of a kind ring for your engagement, anniversary, or
for any special occasion. He can also take that old
family heirloom and turn it into something new to be
passed down through even more generations.
I am certain that Matthew Campbells Studio will
become a regular stop for anyone visiting the Village of
West Greenville.
Matthews Studio at 1235 Pendleton St.
Open Monday - Friday @ 11am - 6pm
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Greenville Forward was created in January 2006 to help Greenville achieve Vision 2025, the bold, comprehensive,
and aggressive plan to create a vibrant Greenville in the next twenty-ve years. By having a group like
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and communicate the ideas from Vision 2025, the aggressive goals
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Eye on Education
Monday, February 3 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Its Time to Go Back to School. How long has it been since you have visited one of Greenville Countys schools to
see where enlightening moments happen? Join us on a school bus tour of a few Greenville County School District
schools. Enjoy learning in action. Participate in dialogue on ways to improve learning opportunities for our children.
Brainstorm on how Greenville can become a community that truly values learning. The event is free, but registration
is required. Includes a continental breakfast and a Culinary Creations healthy lunch. (Bring $3.20 to pay for lunch.)
Momentum: Are We Really a Post-Racial Society?
Thursday, February 6 11:45AM -1:00PM
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In 2009, Greenville Forward conducted the Race Matters Survey, a study of inclusion, tolerance and diversity in
Greenville County. The studys intention was to provide a review of the racial, cultural, economic and religious
perceptions of Greenville in the view of the residents of Greenville, while exploring sources of diversity tensions in
the community and developing solutions to these tensions. Recently, the term post-racial has become popular to
describe the state of race relations in America, suggesting equality among all races. In the Race Matters Survey,
over 95% of respondents said they believe that race relations in Greenville are better than their parents generation.
But in the same study, 95% of blacks responded they believe minorities are still discriminated against in Greenville.
Has Greenville really moved beyond racial discrimination and prejudice? What challenges regarding race relations
are Greenvillians still facing today? What has improved? What still needs to change? Join us in this important
conversation in a safe environment.
Poverty Simulation
Saturday, February 22, 2014 10 AM - 1 PM
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In partnership with Our Eyes Were Opened, United Ministries and Long Branch Baptist Church, Greenville Forward
brings you The Poverty Simulation, led by Reverend Beth Templeton. Have you ever looked at the world from the
perspective of one in poverty? Have you ever wondered where your next meal would come from? Have you ever
had to make the decision to pay part of your power bill so that you could buy school supplies for your children?
Have you ever been faced with the realization that no matter how hard you work, there are just too many obstacles
to overcome? Beth Templeton takes participants of her Poverty Simulation through these real-life scenarios as they
navigate the tricky terrain of living in poverty. This simulation will open your eyes to what is around you, and will
open your heart to the struggles that our neighbors face on a daily basis. The simulation will be followed by a
period of discussion facilitated by Rev. Beth Templeton and lunch served by Long Branch Baptist Church.
Tune in each week as FteGreenvileTV brings you the scoop on
whats happening in and around Greenville. Guest host Harrison
Brookie will keep you posted on the best entertainment and
get-togethers going on. And Fte Mobile Music Man Dave
Galloway will point you to his live music picks for the week.
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Sat. Feb 15 8pm
Sun. Feb 16 3pm


Sibelius Finlandia, Op. 26
Sibelius Violin Concerto, Op. 47, D minor
Dvorak Symphony No. 5, Op. 76, F Major
Go back in time and be dazzled by the
musical luminosity of three nineteenth century
gems. Sibelius truly enchants with Finlandia
while Dvorak pulls at your heart strings with his
splendid Fifth Symphony. Making his Greenville
debut is the young, rising star, Benjamin
Beilman, who will display his impressive virtuos-
ity in Sibelius Violin Concerto.
MUSICAL
JEWELS OF THE
19TH CENTURY
EDVARD TCHIVZHEL, CONDUCTOR
BENJAMIN BEILMAN, VIOLIN
Walton Faade (Hugh Floyd, Reciter)
Milhaud Le Boeuf sur le Toit, Op. 58
Bernstein Prelude, Fugue and Riffs
Shostakovich Jazz Suite No. 1
Anderson The Typewriter

Humor in music and musical jokes will make
you laugh out loud in this boisterous chamber
orchestra concert. From the rhythmical narration
of funny texts in Waltons Faade to the haughty
street songs and dances in Shostakovichs Jazz
Suite to the Greenville premiere of Bernsteins
cross-over composition originally written for the
legendary Woody Herman and his Big Band,
featuring GSO Principal Clarinetist
Anthony Marotta.
COMPOSERS
ARE SMILING
EDVARD TCHIVZHEL, CONDUCTOR
ANTHONY MAROTTA, CLARINET
Fri. Feb 28 8pm
Sat. Mar 1 8pm
Sun. Mar 2 3pm
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alchemy ['al-ke-m]
a power or process of transforming something common
into something special
LOCAL LEGENDS WITH JERRY SALLEY
Jerry Salley tells a story how his sister and family used Psychological torture
on him when he was just a baby!.
You can see more improv live every Friday night!
Alchemy Improv Comedy is Greenvilles only weekly improv comedy show. These energetic and completely
improvised shows feature different special guests each week.
All shows are Friday nights at 8:00pm and 9:30pm in Greenvilles iconic
Coffee Underground theater. Tickets are $5 for the 8pm show and $8 for the
9:30pm and can be purchased online or at the door with cash or credit. Street
parking is available as well as several nearby parking garages. For a full list of
upcoming shows check the calendar.
Alchemy Comedy also has improvisation classes starting all the time. For details about upcoming classes
and online registration check out our classes page. For any more questions you can contact us via email or
by phone at 864-256-1467.
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Cover Artist
Tim Speaker

Much of Tims work engages with physical and
psychological deterioration, memory, and personal
history. It is created utilizing acrylic paint, graphite,
and charcoal.

A very active studio artist, Tim has been included in
over 50 group and solo exhibitions over the past
ve years. Tim is a member of The Art Bomb, a
non-prot organization that seeks to promote visual
art in the South Carolina upstate area. He is an
Associate Professor of Art at Anderson University.
TimSpeaker.com Twitter.com/TimSpeaker
A Youth Still Smoldering
The Ghost of St. Joe
Sleep In A Nest Of Flames
Closer #1
The Plague Dogs (Bad Blood #3)
The Plague Dogs (Bad Blood #4)
His First Painting After
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Join us for a special address from James P. Clements, the newly selected President of Clemson
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For sponsorship information and award nominations, click here.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2014
TD CONVENTION CENTER
5:30 PM RECEPTION
6:00 PM DINNER AND PROGRAM
Presented by
Why Sponsor PULSE?
Meet Maggie Martin, 2014 Investment Chair
Why did you move to Greenville after college?
I love the fact that Greenville is a little big city. Its not too big
where you feel overwhelmed by parking, intense trafc, or an
abundance of people. It has a quaint community focus and
truly works on developing its youth into Greenvilles future.
What made you want to get involved with PULSE and
eventually adopt a leadership goal?
PULSE is an excellent organization for anyone who is looking to
get involved with the community, volunteer, excel in their career,
or just make friends.
Why are sponsors important for an organization like
PULSE? What value do they add to the membership
experience?
Sponsors offer nancial stability that allows
our council to create better programs for
our members. Through our sponsors,
members have found new places to live,
taken part in new activities, and even
found new job opportunities. It is certainly
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Why should an organization invest in PULSE?
Young Professionals are the future of the Upstate. PULSE
members represent the core of our communities young
leaders. With the drive to advance their careers, and with
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by almost every industry. PULSE has more than 800 members
with diverse backgrounds, interests, and demographics.
Sponsorships are a prime opportunity for businesses to have
face time with current and future decision makers.
Contact Maggie at MaggieABM@gmail.com to nd out more
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The World According to Bo-Jo
Each month, Greenvilles least powerful power couple, Tammy Johnson and John Boyanoski, take on topics
facing young professionalseverything from dating to business to culture.
This months topic: Planning a Wedding Registry
John: Well, this is a column I never expected to
be writing.
Tammy: Me either.
John: Wait, really?
Tammy: Yeah, I gured you were never going to ask
after awhile.
John: You needed to follow that up with a rim shot.
Tammy: Ok, lets get serious for a second. A wedding
registry is a pretty big part of the whole
settling down thing for many young profess-
ionals. Its kind of a rite of passage from no
longer owning your old dorm furniture to
becoming a big person.
John: Very true. Where else but a wedding reception
can you get porcelain corn on the cob holders?
Toaster cozies? A lawn mower cover? A picture
frame? A ceramic mixing bowl? Where I ask?
And all just for throwing a $25,000 party.
Tammy: You are not taking this sufciently seriously
enough.
John: Ok, maybe I am being a little mocking. But a
wedding registry cant just be lets get a new
television or the complete collection of gravy
bowls. A wedding registry needs to be a blend
of practical needs, things you want and things
that would be welcome for a newlywed.
Tammy: Wow, you kind of nailed that one on the head.
You must have been studying up on wedding
registries.
John: I have been.
Tammy: Wheres that rim shot?
John: Now whos not being sufciently serious?
Tammy: Ok, but it is also possible to think outside the
box a little when it comes to just going to the
store, clicking on a bunch of items and hoping
your family comes through with the entire
dinnerware set instead of just a couple of forks
and a spoon. For example, some grooms and
brides to be are setting up wedding vacation
Tammy Johnson is the owner of Liquid Catering
and The Old Cigar Warehouse and is a former
chair of PULSE. John Boyanoski is the owner of
Complete Public Relations and author of sorts
and current chair of PULSE.
funds. They would rather help pay for a trip
than get a set of cookie cutters.
John: But doesnt that kind of hit on the old wedding
registry no-no of just asking for lthy lucre
from your guests?
Tammy: Thats a yes and no kind of question. The
power of a lot of forms of social media and
websites is that new ideas are emerging every
day that make it easier to ask for things or
even going towards an unusual item. For
example, some people are asking instead of
gifts for them, putting money in a college fund
for the couples future child.
John: That kind of crowdfunding a wedding registry
also helps with some big ticket items, which
historically have been kind of a bugaboo of
wedding registries. Think about looking down a
list of what was available. One item was a
$500 grill and the other was a placemat. That
cheap placemat looks good to the buyer, but
not really a gift they want to give.
Tammy: So, you are saying take the placemats off the
wedding registry?
John: No, I am saying I want to crowdfund a yacht. Or
even, people can go the gift of keep on giving
by buying the new couple a monthly box of
locally grown vegetables.
Tammy: ...
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By
Wolfman Grant
It was a chilly morning in November of 1970. I was fortunate to be one of the bus drivers who had the
rst all black elementary and high school routes when they fully integrated the schools. My elementary
kids would always sing all The Jackson Five songs to me in perfect harmony each morning on our way
to school. We had no idea how that morning would change our lives forever.
There had been a few problems that morning with rumors of disgruntled people shooting at school
buses, schools and even janitors at other schools.
As we went down Pine Knoll Drive, two men clad in army uniforms came out of nowhere and stopped
my bus. We thought they were our escorts to get us safely to school. How wrong we were.
Suddenly, the guns were pointed at us and threats of killing us all were in the air. One gunman stood
outside the door while the other went down the side pointing at the students. The gunman at the door
threatened to kill me if I didnt let him on the bus, while the other one tried his best to nd a clear shot
at the kids inside. I told the kids to duck down under their seats till I could nd a way to get us out of
there. Pine Knoll Drive was backed up and trafc was heavy with no way out it seemed. The gunmen
moved to the front of the bus, pointing their guns at us and threatening to shoot anyone they could.
I quickly remembered that it was a law that when the bus stop sign was out all trafc had to stop. I put
the sign out and the trafc to my left stopped, allowing me to pull out into the opposite lane. I pointed
my bus at the two gunmen and rammed that gas pedal to the oor almost hitting them. The kids
howled with delight as we escaped.
When we got to Wade Hampton High the kids hugged and thanked me for saving their lives. The two
gunmen had been on a drunken rage all morning and had been the ones that were doing all the
shooting we had heard rumors about.
For me, I was just making sure my kids got to school safe. For me, there were no color barriers
these kids had become my friends in difcult times. I was only 17 at the time. We all got a second
chance that morning.
During Black History Month every year, I think about that morning and how one person can make a
difference. I think of myself not as a hero, but as someone who cared enough about the human race to
make a difference. We are all kin. My life changed forever on that chilly morning in November.
Remember: one person can make a difference.
Together, we can change the world.
Black History Month
A Wolfmans Memories
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TJ Lazer & the New Detroits
Gottrocks | Feb 8 | 9 pm
Greenvilles big ol funk and party band. Joined by The
Marcus King Band. This is going to be one big ol party.
With A Little Help From
His FriendsJOHN DURHAM
presents:
THE BEATLES WHITE ALBUM
The Handlebar | Feb 8 | 9 pm
An equally fun time but with an entirely diferent
sountrack, With a Little Help From His Friends is a
celebration of the Beatles White Album featuring a
wide array of local talent and coordinated by John
Durham (and his friends, of course), the same crew
who has put on great shows at The Handlebar such
as Dark Side of the Moon and Terrapin Station.
Bless Yer Heart
Smileys Acoustic Caf | Feb 8 | 10 pm
I really have no idea what this band sounds like to
be honest, but they win my awesome name award
this month for sure.
Buddy Guy
The Peace Center | Feb 11 | 7 pm
Legendary pioneer of the Chicago Blues sound, Buddy Guy
is sure to put on a hot show with his guitar AND his voice.
Hell be joined by another great blues guitarist, Jonny Lang.
Zach Deputy
Gottrocks | Feb 11 | 9 pm
This multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from
Savannah GA is best known for his one man
live-looping shows. He describes his style as
Island-infused drum n bass gospel ninja soul. If
that doesnt tickle your curious bone, I dont
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Greenville Jazz Collective
The Handlebar | Feb 12 | 8 pm
A seventeen-piece big band style jazz collective of Greenvilles
nest assembles for an exciting performance.
A Vixen Valentine
The Handlebar | Feb 13 | 8:30 pm
Emily McSherry, Kathy Hall and Darby Wilcox come together in
celebration, or perhaps in protest, of Valentines Day with a siren lled
night of sultry singin.
Dave Masons Trafc Jam
The Handlebar | Feb 14 | 8:30 pm
Co-founder of TRAFFIC and rock n roll Hall of Fame inductee will get
the blood owing for all of you Valentines Day lovers out there.
Treehouse Gottrocks | Feb 15 | 9 pm
Treehouse has been a big hit at Gottrocks recently and they return for another great show.
Arlo Guthrie The Handlebar | Feb 16 | 2 pm
Arlo is a Woodstock-era folk singer and son of legendary activist-singer/
songwriter Woody Guthrie. As a part of Furmans year of altruism, Arlo brings
the timeless catalogs of folk greats, including of course, his fathersas a
celebration of the 100th anniversary of his fathers birth.
Compass of Carolinas 17th Annual
Chase Away The Blues (Night One) presents:
Rock Legends BLACK OAK ARKANSAS with
special guests DECADENT DAZE
The Handlebar | Feb 21 | 7 pm
This huge yearly show kicks of with perhaps the most classic of rock bands
ever to perform at The Handlebar. Oh yeah, and theres a pre-show FREE
bbq bufet with purchase of a ticket. Proceeds to benet Compass of the
Carolinas.
Compass of Carolinas 17th Annual Chase
Away The Blues (Night Two) presents: BLUE-
FOUND FRIENDS, THE BLUE DOGS with
special guest WANDA JOHNSON
The Handlebar | Feb 22 | 7:00 pm
The 2nd night of this huge event will feature local vocal powerhouse Wanda Johnson and wraps
up with everyones favorite alt-pop-country group, The Blue Dogs.
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February Shows continued
East Coast Dirt w/Supatight
Gottrocks | Feb 22 | 9 pm
A combo show of rock and funk. Think about it this
way you spend most of your time on east coast
dirt and the funk band is going to be super tight.
Do you really need to know any more?
Rachel Brooke
Independent Public Alehouse | Feb 24 | 8 pm
This gal puts a new twist on an old country sound and does it with style. This should
be a very fun show and our friend Lynne Holcombe will be opening up.
Tonights Noise
Smileys Acoustic Caf | Feb 27 | 10 pm
These three dudes will play bluegrass instruments
like youve never heard before. Bluegrass (check, duh),
Rock (check), Gypsy Jazz (check), Mario Bros theme song
(check). Seriously, theyll play a lot of tunes you know in a
way youve never heard. Good times for sure.
The Mantras
Gottrocks | Feb 27 | 9 pm
The Mantras mix funk, electronica, rock and even middle-eastern
music into a go-for-broke live act. One of the local favorite jam
bands, Millifungus, will be opening the show.
Annabelles Curse
Gottrocks | Feb 28 | 9 pm
Annabelles Curse is a folk-rock band from Bristol Virginia who call
themselves Bristol born and bound for glory. Their high-energy show
is a ton of fun. Joining the bill is Sarah Clanton Schafer, local cellist/
vocalist maestro who has been busy playing all over the country over
the past year. Also, opening the show will be Mountain Party , brain child
of Justin Green formerly of the band Black Spots. This is a night packed
with a TON of music and a TON of talent that you dont want to miss.
Sound Committee
Smileys Acoustic Cafe | Feb 28 | 10 pm
Ive said it before but Ill say it again. Sound Committee is like a real life jukebox. The range of
songs they cover and the talent with which they do it is astounding. Marc Gwinn is one of the
best male vocalists in town and every musician is top-notch.
Hang with Chelsey in the video above
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FIRE
Featured on the Stereo Reform LP
The Future Started Yesterday
Written by: Neil Turner & Will Evans
Drummer: Jaze Uries
Director: Arjun Banga
Co-Director: Neil Turner
Executive/Creative Producer:
Neil Turner
Director of Photography:
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Art Director: Neil Turner, Arjun
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Dance-A-Funk-A-Rock-A-Tronic is how they describe themselves on their
website. Yeah, you need to go visit their site cause theres plenty of stuf
to see, learn and listen tonot to mention that all of their social media
tools can be reached from their website.
I can tell you that the funk end of what they do harkens
back to the 70s but Stereo Reform (aka Neil Turner and
Will Evans) is completely original in their funked upness.
Your entire body wants to get up and jig around the house
to The Future Started Yesterday or 10 Miles Out of NYC.
See them live and watch how everybody in the room starts to gyrate
uncontrollably and youll get what I mean. What these guys have is
contagiousso go catch some.
Stereo Reform is set to debut a new music video on February 8thso we
put in a teaser to, well, tease you. Once it is releasedwe will have it right
here on this page.
Really cool funked upness!
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Donovan Brooks
I have always loved to hear songs being performed by
storytellers. So it was a refreshing change of pace
to be given the opportunity to bring Donovan
Brooks to the intimate setting of the Hanvey
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MDORadio.comso we could
capture his lively performance.

If you can not tell how much fun we were
having during the performance, check out
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Yes, Donovan can be seen enjoying the company of our Studio G
mascot, G-Ralph. Dont ask. Just take a look for yourself.
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Sit-N-Spin ofers a high-end professional recording
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We need more problem solving skills and creativity. What likely comes as a surprise to few is a study completed last fall
by the OECD reporting the United States, despite being the most wealthy and powerful nation on earth, ranking toward
the middle in Adult Skills, including problem solving. What is most alarming about this study is that the U.S. is near the
bottom in problem solving skills among the 16-24 age demographic.
Historically, were a nation lled with problem solvers and innovators. We invented submarines and lightbulbs. When
getting goods from one ocean to the other proved challenging, we moved earth and united oceans by building a canal
and embarked on a monumental feat of laying ten thousand miles of railroad tracks across mountains, rivers, and
inaccessible terrain. When our ruling government impeded our liberty and god-given rights, we used an extreme
amount of creativity to declare independence and form our own democratic republic one that set-off centuries of the
same all over the world.
Solving problems is in our bones, our blood, and our heritage. It is what Americans do. So how can we be losing out to
Finland and The Netherlands? We should note the rst only adopted industrial practices while The Beatles gained
popularity and the later is best known for its liberal drug policies (and tulips).
I have my own theory. Were so damn innovative that weve innovated to the point of laziness. We no longer read books.
We read Cliffs Notes. We dont memorize anything or actually learn itthats what Google is for. When was the last
time you used a map or compass to nd something and learn your way? Its been a while with the invention of GPS and
maps on your cell phone (though Apple nearly made us go backward with their map innovations).
Were a nation of youth resting on the laurels of our own innovations while we are throwing learning, problem solving,
and old fashion creativity out the window. Rome did it. So did Britain. Are we next?
Alas, I have hope. Recently, in Colorado, government ofcials reached back to their roots and
embarked on some good ole problem solving. Interstate 70 is a long interstate. In fact, its one of
the only ones in the country to go over 420 miles within one state, making it one of the only
places where you can nd a Mile 420 marker. Of course, their issue was the sign continued
to be stolen from the roadside.
Surprisingly enough, ofcials came up with a brilliant idea. They made a sign that reads,
Mile 419.99.
There is hope. If it can happen in one of the rst states to legalize
recreational marijuana and especially to folks on the government
payroll it can happen anywhere.
Chris Manley is the co-founder of Engenius, , a web design and
online marketing agency in Greenville. He is also the co-founder of
ReWiGo Ministries, a nonprot serving elderly, disabled, and
low-income people with accessibility improvements and
emergency home repairs. He prides himself on solving problems
daily, including the never-ending problem of baby-proong his
home. Chris lives in the Upstate with his wife and two young
children. You can reach him at chris@engeniusweb.com.
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Whether you are coming to Greenville, need a date night out,
or just going out for a great meal on Feb 14th and need a
place to stay, consider one of the many restaurant & hotel
combinations Greenville has to offer:
First & foremost, you have ROOST & the newly redesigned
Hyatt anchoring the north end of Main Street, Downtown
Greenville. Roost offers up some great fare in their open
kitchen. Chef Trevor purveys most of his provisions, including
the produce and meat, from the Carolinas and Georgia. As
cold as it has been, nothing warms you up like a nice
comfortable plate of Miriams Meatloaf Plate served with roast
garlic whipped potatoes, black cherry BBQ, crispy onions.
Heres their MENU.
On the other side of town is the
Marriott on the Parkway in Greer.
While Restaurant GIATU is
small, its no wonder why
UrbanSpoon.com patrons
give them a 95% rating. It
certainly has warmed the
cockles of my heart. I enjoyed
the Chateaubriand served with
drunken cherries, wilted spinach,
Parisian potatoes, vanilla bean
bchame. The other diners at the
table had the Shrimp & Grits and the Hand Cut Pork Chop. I
tried the chorizo and butter beans that were served with the
Pork Chop and they were amazing. The Shrimp and Grits
were very different the shrimp were encased in the grits
that were hand battered and lightly fried to form a little
delicious square. They were so moist and with the little drizzle
of Tasso gravy on top, it just popped when you took a bite. A
must try if you are in the neighborhood.
A third Hotel Restaurant you must try is the Ruths Chris
on Roper Mountain and attached to the recently remodeled
Crowne Plaza. Everyone knows how buttery soft the steaks
are at Ruths Chris. While most items on the menu are a la
carte, go sit at the bar and enjoy some of the best bar food in
Greenville. Its a toss up between the burger and the NY Strip
Steak sandwich. First, the burger is ground fresh from when
the butcher/chef trims down the steaks to a perfect size. They
take all the sirloin, let remains and grind them into a soft and
savory perfection. Slab some mayo on the bun, sea salt and
pepper and go to town! Secondly,
I have had the Strip Steak hoagie
more times than I can count. By
far one of the best meals you
can enjoy. Add in a side of the
hand cut fries, a beer and you
are golden for less than $30! Not
a bad deal well, your date may
want to eat something too... then
it may cost you a bit more.
The Restaurant/Hotel Combo
Giatus Chateaubriand
Giatus Shrimp & Grits
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Wear a mask,
don black tie or your
favorite party attire for an
exquisite evening of cocktails,
jazz and a Cajun Feast!
Literary treasures, artworks and once-in-a-lifetime
experiences will be up for bid in our Silent Auction!
Tickets are $100 per person and must be purchased by February 24th.
To purchase tickets or learn more about Emrys, visit
www.emrys.org
a Mardi Gras Celebration
Poinsett Club
to benet the literary arts in our community
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
6:30 p.m.
for Emrys
You are Invited
FEBRUARY THEATRE CALENDAR
(PC) Peace Center
(WHT) Warehouse Theatre
(CS) Centre Stage
(SCCT) SC Childrens Theatre
(FRP) Flat Rock Playhouse
(EFP) Easley Foothills Playhouse
(FIRE) Fountain Inn Rep.
(GLT) Greenville Little Theatre
(SLT) Spartanburg Little Theatre
(TLT) Tryon Little
(GCT) Greer Childrens Theatre
(D Globe) Distracted Globe
(444) Studio 444
(ECP) Electric City Playhouse
(OCT) Oconee Community
(BABT) The Bird & Baby Theatre
(WS) Walking Shadows
(CLT) Clemson Little Theatre
(GLOW) Greenville Light Opera Works
(CU) Coffee Underground
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COMPLETE CALENDAR LISTINGS NEWSLETTERS ACTOR, DIRECTOR, DESIGNER & THEATER COMPANY PROFILES
Friday, Feb. 7
The Cat in the Hat (SYT) 4:30 & 7:00pm*
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm*
To Kill a Mockingbird (EFP) 8:00pm*
Belles (OCT) 8:00pm*
Rock n Roll Gold (CS) 8:00pm
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type (SCCT)
7:00pm
IMPROV: Harold Night: Long Form Improv
(Alchemy @ CU) 7:30pm
Saturday, Feb. 8
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Rock n Roll Gold (CS) 8:00pm
To Kill a Mockingbird (EFP) 8:00pm
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type (SCCT)
1:30 & 5:30pm
The Cat in the Hat (SYT) 2:00 & 4:30pm
Belles (OCT) 8:00pm
IMPROV: King of the Mountain
(Alchemy @ CU) 7:30pm
Sunday, Feb. 9
August: Osage County (WHT) 3:00pm
Rock n Roll Gold (CS) 3:00pm
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type (SCCT)
1:30pm
To Kill a Mockingbird (EFP) 3:00pm
Belles (OCT) 3:00pm
Monday, Feb. 10
AUDITION: Treasure Island (SYT) 5:30pm
AUDITION: The Comedy of Errors (EFP)
7:00pm
Tuesday, Feb. 11
Phoenix (CS Fringe) 7:00pm*
AUDITION: Treasure Island (SYT)
5:30pm
AUDITION: The Comedy of Errors (EFP)
7:00pm
Thursday, Feb. 13
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Rock n Roll Gold (CS) 8:00pm
Friday, Feb. 14
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Rock n Roll Gold (CS) 8:00pm
To Kill a Mockingbird (EFP) 8:00pm
Belles (OCT) 8:00pm
Improv (D. Globe @ WHT) 10:30pm
Saturday, Feb. 15
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
To Kill a Mockingbird (EFP) 8:00pm
Belles (OCT) 8:00pm
IMPROV: (D. Globe @ WHT) 10:30pm
IMPROV: Student Showcase
(Alchemy @ CU) 7:30pm
Sunday, Feb. 16
August: Osage County (WHT) 3:00pm
To Kill a Mockingbird (EFP) 3:00pm
Belles (OCT) 3:00pm
AUDITION: Hay Fever (OCT) 7:00pm
Monday, Feb. 17
AUDITION: Hay Fever (OCT) 7:00pm
Tuesday, Feb. 18
Phoenix (CS Fringe) 7:00pm
AUDITION: Hay Fever (OCT) 7:00pm
Thursday, Feb. 20
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Friday, Feb. 21
Agatha Christies Spiders Web (GLT)
8:00pm*
Tarzan (GCT) 7:00pm*
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Saturday, Feb. 22
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Agatha Christies Spiders Web (GLT)
8:00pm
Tarzan (GCT) 7:00pm
Sunday, Feb. 23
Tarzan (GCT) 2:00pm
August: Osage County (WHT) 3:00pm
Agatha Christies Spiders Web (GLT)
3:00pm
Thursday, Feb. 27
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Agatha Christies Spiders Web (GLT)
8:00pm
Friday, Feb. 28
August: Osage County (WHT) 8:00pm
Agatha Christies Spiders Web (GLT)
8:00pm
Tarzan (GCT) 7:00pm
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