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NOW AND THEN
The sounds of these instruments playing in harmonious sync may bring to mind years of worldly experience and professionalism; but you’ll be even more impressed to learn it’s an orchestra comprised entirely of Upstate youths. Greenville County’s Youth Orchestra, conducted by Maestro Gary Robinson, will perform a number of selections from every era, traveling the depths of the musical globe for a multicultural experience you won’t want to miss. Gunter Theatre at the Peace Center, 300 S Main St, Greenville. Sat, 7:30pm. Adults, $25; students, juniors, $8. (864) 4673000, peacecenter.org
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Photograph by Oliver Yu; courtesy of Carolina Ballet Theatre
WAREHOUSE THEATRE’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY GALA
The Warehouse Theatre has been a Greenville institution for 40 years, presenting more than 400 shows ranging from the controversial to slapstick. Now, they celebrate their ruby anniversary in true Hollywood fashion: a noir-themed gala at their downtown home. This “Affair to Remember” comes complete with a red carpet, live band, silent auction, and, of course, cosmopolitan cocktails and eats. Vintage duds sparkling with old glamour are highly encouraged as we celebrate the theatre that launched 1,000 rounds of applause. The Warehouse Theatre, 37 Augusta St, Greenville. Sat, 6:30pm. $100. (864) 235-6948, warehousetheatre.com
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AMERICA’S RESPONSE TO THE HOLOCAUST
The world certainly saw the worst of the Holocaust overseas, however our home country’s response to the terror of persecution is the topic for this lecture, given in conjunction with the Year of Altruism movement. 875 NE Main Street, Presented by Furman professor of history Diane Vecchio, the evening 864.228.1619 | agenda will explore the role of government, the president, and immigration that spurned mass criticism of the United States’ inaction. Delve deeper into the history in this CaroConsign_4thS_Town Oct13.indd 1 enlightening discussion. Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Hwy, Greenville. Wed, 7pm. Free. yearofaltruism.org
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ROCK ‘N ROLL GOLD
The first three decades of rock ‘n roll are often characterized as the most inventive and experimental, blazing the trail for the grunge, metal, and punk paths that would soon follow. This year’s production will showcase the genre’s Golden Age, where the first few rocking years were tinged with protesting parents and fear of the swinging hip. This welcome blast from the blast is sure to send you home with the sudden urge to fire up that record player. Centre Stage, 501 River St, Greenville. Thurs–Sat, 8pm; Sun, 3pm. $25-$35. (864) 233-6733, centrestage.org
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MONSTER JAM
Sloshing beers, shouting obscenities, and watching Hot Wheels on steroids smash each other to smithereens? Sign us up. There’s nothing quite like hearing the crunch of metal on metal, and with a cast list that includes the likes of El Toro Loco, Monster Mutt Dalmatian, and the infamous purpleand-green Grave Digger, you’re in for an exhilarating evening of vehicular
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