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Cultural Arts and Entertainment
This content is also available at connect2culture.org/calendar. Carthage, MO
Through December 3: 2022 Holiday Boutique, artCentral Carthage. Find handmade, affordable gifts for everyone on your list during artCentral's annual Holiday Boutique! Peruse décor, jewelry, accessories, ornaments and more from featured artists Debbie Barnett, Kristin Girard, Brenda Hayes and Jane McCaulley. Plus, admire and bid on the 5x7 canvases created and donated by artCentral artists for the annual Small Works, Great Wonders Silent Auction. Free; donations appreciated. Contact artcentral@ artcentralcarthage.org, 417.358.4404.
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Through December 3: Small Works, Great Wonders Silent Art Auction,
artCentral Carthage. This annual artCentral fundraiser features the 5x7 mixed media works created and donated by artCentral artists. Although they may be tiny, these pieces demonstrate a wide range of skills, styles and talents possessed by some of the area's finest artists. View all available pieces or place bids at artCentral or at artcentralcarthage.org. Free; donations appreciated. More information: artcentral@artcentralcarthage.org, 417.358.4404.
Joplin, MO Performances:
November 4: Vienna Boys Choir, 7 pm, Central Christian Center, 410 Virginia Ave. The world-renowned boys choir makes its long-awaited return to Joplin to share their beautiful voices and uplifting program during this ticketed performance. Tickets available at eventbrite.com/e/pro-musica-presentsthe-vienna-boys-choir-tickets-394170192657. $15. Contact: director@ promusicajoplin.org, 417.625.1822. November 11 & 12: Hyronomous A. Frog, 7:30 pm, McAuley Catholic High School, 930 Pearl Ave. An inept and lonely frog lives in a bog in the kingdom of Spamelot. Bored and unhappy, Hyronomous is larger than the other frogs and hates the taste of flies. However, one day the good witch Gloria appears and tells Hyronomous he was once a human prince, and it was a spell that turned him into an amphibian. But, to break this croak-filled wizardry, Hyronomous must be kissed by a maiden. Admission: $5. More information: dfethers@jacschools.org, 417.624.9320. November 15: Schumann Quartet and Jon Nakamatsu, 7:30 pm, Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, 212 W. 7th St. Jon Nakamatsu, a Van Cliburn-winning pianist, joins the internationally acclaimed string quartet Schumann Quartet for a stunning performance, courtesy of Connect2Culture and Pro Musica. Reservations recommended; RSVP information available soon. Contact director@promusicajoplin.org, 417.625.1822. November 16-20: The Bold, the Young, and the Murdered, 7:30 pm, Joplin Little Theatre, 3009 W. 1st St. The long-running soap opera The Bold and the Young is in its last days: its hunky hero has self-esteem issues, its villainous old man is more interested in soup, and its heroines are slightly psychopathic. The executive producer gives the squabbling cast an ultimatum: complete one episode overnight or the show dies. Reservations encouraged; reserve your ticket at joplinlittletheatre.org or by calling 417.623.3638. Tickets: Adults $18, senior citizens/students $15. More information: info@joplinlittletheatre. org, 417.623.3638. November 18 & 19: West Side Story, 7 pm, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School, 3401 Newman Rd. The struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas ever written. Additional details to come, including ticket information. Contact rcarlson@tjeffschool.org, 417.781.5124. November 26 & 27: Chris Duarte Group feat. David Renko, 5:30-7:30 pm, The Coda Concert House, 2120 E. 24th St. With an explosive career in music and his exceptional command of Texas blues guitar, music legend Chris Duarte is a blues rock superstar. Critically acclaimed Duarte takes the stage, backed by saxophonist David Renko, to perform his signature style of contemporary blues rock mixed with fusion, pop and heavy psychedelia. Reservations required; for reservations, email info@codaconcerthouse.com. In response to reservations, a confirmation email with the address, directions, parking, etc., will be sent. All proceeds benefit the artist performing. Minimum suggested donation: $30. Contact info@ codaconcerthouse.com.
Events:
November 1: Autumn Spring, 7 pm, Missouri Southern State University Cornell Auditorium, 3950 E. Newman Rd. A bittersweet comedy starring the great Vlastimil Brodský as Fanda, an old man who refuses to grow up. Free. Contact stebbins-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9736.
November 2: Artist Talk with Tammy Harrington, 6-7 pm. Opening reception: Visions by Tammy Harrington, 7-8 pm, Missouri Southern State University Spiva Art Gallery, 3950 E. Newman Rd. Hear from artist and printmaker Tammy Harrington as she discusses the artistic process and meaning behind the work included in her solo exhibition Visions. Free. Contact bentley-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9563. November 3: Night of Expression, 6-8 pm, Joplin Avenue Coffee Company. Come one, come all to The Non-Permitted Project's second Night of Expression, featuring a variety of work created by local artisans! Free. Contact thenonpermittedproject@gmail.com, 417.629.6569.
November 3: Being a Memory: Readings from the Czech Lands,
7 pm, Missouri Southern State University Cornell Auditorium, 3950 E. Newman Rd. An evening of readings from Czechia and its historic predecessors highlighting the richness of this literary tradition. Free. Contact stebbins-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9736. November 5 & 6: Joplin Regional Artists Coalition Studio Tours, 10 am-4 pm, November 6, noon- 6 pm, Martin Luther Christian School. Join the Joplin Regional Artists Coalition as their members open their studio spaces for tours! See where some of the most talented area artists produce their work and watch as they provide demonstrations. Participants start at Martin Luther School, purchase Studio Signature Cards and then visit each of the studios they would like to see. At each studio, artists sign participants' cards to help them enter for a chance to win beautiful pieces from participating artists. Studio Signature Cards: $10. More information: joplinrac@gmail.com. November 6, 13, 20 & 27: Open Mic Comedy Night, 9 pm, Blackthorn Pizza & Pub. Join Joplin Comedy and try out your latest stand-up routine or take in the acts of local comedians, all while enjoying tasty pizza from Blackthorn Pizza & Pub. Age restrictions: 18+ until 10 pm; 21+ from 10 pm until close. Free. potterdakoda1982@gmail.com, 417.540.9186.
November 8: Bernard Brewery: One of the Most-Renowned
Breweries in Czechia, 11 am, Missouri Southern State University Corley Auditorium. The province of Bohemia, today part of the Czech Republic, and Czechia have a long and well-established tradition of brewing. Free. More information: stebbins-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9736.
November 10: Dvořák’s Rusalka (The Little Mermaid), 1 pm & 7 pm, Missouri Southern State University Corley Auditorium. In this famous opera, the beguiling water sprite, or rusalka, falls in love with a human prince and yearns to be human. Learn more about the libretto and music of Rusalka. Free. More information: stebbins-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9736.
November 10: Joplin Writers’ Guild, 6 pm, Joplin Public Library,
1901 E. 20th St. Members have published novels, nonfiction books and articles. Dues $10 for the year, but anyone interested can attend their first meeting free. Information: s.v.farnsworth@gmail.com, 417.691.0480.
November 11: Living in the Heart of Europe: An MSSU Professor's Journey in Czechia, 10 am, Missouri Southern State University Corley Auditorium. Dr. Becca Shriver, an assistant professor of history
at Missouri Southern State University, studies modern Europe, transnational social movements and international organizations. Hear from Dr. Shriver as she discusses her journey through Czechia. Free. More information: stebbins-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9736. November 12: Cornell Complex Opening Celebration, noon-5 pm, Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, 212 W. 7th St. Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, Connect2Culture and Spiva Center for the Arts invite the public to the opening celebration of Joplin's new home for the arts! Additional details to come. Free. More information: info@cornellcomplex.org. 417.501.5550. November 15: Recipe Exchange (ages 18+), 6-7 pm, Joplin Public Library. Bring a typed or handwritten hard copy of a recipe (or recipes) you enjoy cooking (and eating!), exchange it for a new recipe (or recipes) brought by others, and chat with fellow food enthusiasts! Please bring a couple copies of your recipe(s), if possible, so more than one participant may take your recipe home. Free. Contact 417.623.7953.
November 17: Why Export to the Czech Republic and Central
Europe? 9:30 am, Missouri Southern State University Cornell Auditorium. In 2020, Missouri businesses exported over $100 million worth of goods and services to countries in Eastern Europe, with over 20 percent of that value being exported to the Czech Republic. Free. More information: stebbins-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9736. November 17: 10th Annual Empty Bowls 2022, 11 am–6:30 pm, Joplin Empire Market. Do you enjoy local artwork, tasty soups and helping others in our community? Then this event is for you! Select a handcrafted bowl from an area artist and fill it with your choice of delicious soup from a local restaurant. After your meal is done, keep the bowl as a reminder of your generosity and dedication to eliminating hunger in our area. Cost: $25 minimum per bowl. More information: ruth@wateredgardens.org, 417.825.0536.
November 18: The Impacts of Globalization on Life in the Town
of Longyearbyen, 11 am, Missouri Southern State University Phelps Theater. Free. More information: stebbins-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9736. November 26: Model Train Show and Swap Meet, 9 am-3 pm, Joplin History & Mineral Museum. Join fellow train enthusiasts in admiring intricate model train displays and update your collection at swap tables. All ages welcome! All proceeds benefit the Joplin History & Mineral Museum. Admission: Adults $5, children 12 and under: free. contact: sogardner1@att.net, 620.230.9545.
Exhibits:
November 12-December 31: 75th Annual Joy Spiva Cragin Membership Show, Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment
Complex, 212 W. 7th St. Back for its 75th year, the Joy Spiva Cragin Membership Show honors the wide range of passions and creativity its members channel into their work. This highly anticipated exhibit highlights the immense visual arts talent in our area and includes artwork in a wide variety of mediums, including ceramic, watercolor, wood, oils, metal, photography, mixed media and more. Free; donations appreciated. More information: jhenning@spivaarts.org, 417.623.0183.
November 12-December 31: Emerging Artist Exhibit, Harry
M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, 212 W. 7th St. Joplin Regional Artists Coalition (JRAC) presents a juried exhibit specifically for new or emerging artists! Designed for high school or college students aged 16 or older, the Emerging Artist Exhibit exposes the community to the next generation of artists and their work. Free; donations appreciated. More information: joplinrac@gmail.com.
Through November 3: Visions by Tammy Harrington, Missouri
Southern State University Spiva Art Gallery. A solo exhibition from Tammy Harrington, an artist and printmaker whose work is influenced by the Chinese folk art of paper cut. Free. More information: bentley-c@mssu.edu, 417.625.9563. November 1-30: Art at Plant Parenthood 417. Plant Parenthood, a store that helps people experience, grow and decorate with plants, is not only dedicated to plants, but to local artists, as well! A variety of area artists display and offer their artwork for sale in this downtown boho store. Drop in to see unbe-leaf-able artwork from Marta Churchwell, Merlen White, Daria Claiborne, Connie Miller and Brent Skinner. Free. More information: plantparenthood417@gmail.com.
Classes Spiva Center for the Arts, 222 W. 3rd Street
Tuesdays: Creation Station (ages 6-11), 4-5:15 pm. Painting, drawing, clay, collage, sculpture and more. Pre-registration recommended, and space is limited in this popular class; register at spivaarts.org/classes. Cost: In advance $6, at door $8. More information: jhenning@spivaarts.org. 417.623.0183.
Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex, 212 W 7th St. November 19: Charcoal Keepsakes with Sandra Pemberton (ages 12+),
10 am–noon. Sandra Pemberton is back to teach charcoal art for this onetime class! Participants will learn various charcoal drawing techniques and make their own unique design on wood. After being coated for preservation, students will take home their finished art and an easel for a beautiful display. Registration required; register at spivaarts.org/classes. Cost: $25. More information: sclements@spivaarts.org, 417.623.0183. November 19: Glass Ornaments with Jane McCaulley (ages 8+), 3-5 pm. Create a beautiful fused-glass ornament in preparation for the upcoming holiday season! Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, you’ll have a blast in this glass class. Registration required; register at spivaarts. org/classes. Cost: $35. More information: sclements@spivaarts.org, 417.623.0183.
Create N’ Sip Studios, 223 W. 3rd Street
Wednesdays: Wine’d Down Wednesday, 5-9 pm. Canvas and home decor DIY event. Choose the project that works for you. Prices vary depending on chosen project. $28-$58. coleman@creatensip.com, 417.680.5434. Saturdays: Saturday Morning Choose Your Canvas, 10 am. Select the painting you want to recreate and let the experienced staff at Create N Sip help you make a masterpiece. Prices vary depending on chosen project. Cost: $28-$176. Information: coleman@creatensip.com, 417.680.5434.
Local Color Art Gallery & Studio, 1027 S. Main Street:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: Oil, Acrylic & Watercolor Come & Go, 2-5 pm. Stay up to 3 hours of painting time. Award-winning artist Paula Giltner teaches watercolor, oil and acrylic painting techniques and design principles. Bring any materials you have for the first lesson and learn about the materials you might need for additional lessons. $20. jnpgiltner@ hotmail.com.
Wednesdays: Wednesday Oil, Acrylic, & Watercolor Come & Go, 2-5 pm. Weekly drop-in painting class for adults! Decide when to come and how long to stay. With up to 3 hours of painting time, you can enjoy more personal instruction. Paula Giltner teaches watercolor, oil and acrylic painting techniques and design principles. Bring any materials you have for the first lesson and learn about the materials you might need for additional lessons. Cost: $20. More information: jnpgiltner@hotmail.com.
First and Third Fridays: Art Lessons at Local Color Art Gallery with
Roxenne Kendall, 10 am-5:30 pm. Learn the basics of watercolor, colored pencils and micron inks during one- or two-hour, private or group lessons! Ages 5 to 95 are welcome to participate. Registration required; reserve your spot by emailing rkrdh79@gmail.com. Cost: $20 per session; group rates available. More information: rkrdh79@gmail.com, 573.397.1940.
Third Fridays: Wood Burning Class with Roxenne Kendall (ages 10+),
6-8:30 pm. Play with fire during this unforgettable class! Learn the art of pyrography (wood burning) and use it to create a design on a bamboo cutting board. Registration required; reserve your spot by calling Local Color at 417.553.0835 or texting Roxenne at 573.397.1940. All supplies included. $35. More information: rkrdh79@gmail.com, 573.397.1940. November 2022 • www.showmetheozarks.com • 15