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SouthEastern Young Artists

The Arts Council is proud to host the SouthEastern Young Artists on our outdoor pavilion FREE on Sunday, June 11! This Pop Up Concert will begin at 1:00 PM, with seating on the stage for an up close, intimate concert feel.
This performance is sponsored by Dr. Charles and Mary Nash.
The mission of the SouthEastern Young Artists (SEYA) is to grow the cultural arts community in North Georgia through accessible chamber music performances and education workshops.
Focused on accessibility, SEYA presents free and ticketed concerts performing in venues, churches and private homes. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, they accept tax-deductible donations.

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WonderQuest presents The Pirate Queen

WonderQuest, the Theatre for Young Audience division of Gainesville Theatre Alliance, presents The Pirate Queen by Gay H. Hammond, Sep 30-Oct 2 at Brenau University’s Pearce Auditorium.

Young Gráinne Mhaol, the daughter of an Irish Chieftain, was born wild as the waves and wind, born to be a sea captain—if only she can convince the world of that! This magical Irish adventure is based on the legend of Grace O’Malley, Ireland’s “Pirate Queen.” Recommended for all ages.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance is a one-of-a-kind, nationally-recognized collaboration between the University of North Georgia and Brenau University.

Tickets for public performances go on sale Sep 5. Teachers and homeschoolers can make reservations for matinee performances now at GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org or by calling the GTA Box Office at 678-717-3624.

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WonderQuest presents The Pirate Queen

WonderQuest, the Theatre for Young Audience division of Gainesville Theatre Alliance, presents The Pirate Queen by Gay H. Hammond, Sep 30-Oct 2 at Brenau University’s Pearce Auditorium.

Young Gráinne Mhaol, the daughter of an Irish Chieftain, was born wild as the waves and wind, born to be a sea captain—if only she can convince the world of that! This magical Irish adventure is based on the legend of Grace O’Malley, Ireland’s “Pirate Queen.” Recommended for all ages.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance is a one-of-a-kind, nationally-recognized collaboration between the University of North Georgia and Brenau University.

Tickets for public performances go on sale Sep 5. Teachers and homeschoolers can make reservations for matinee performances now at GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org or by calling the GTA Box Office at 678-717-3624.

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WonderQuest presents The Pirate Queen

WonderQuest, the Theatre for Young Audience division of Gainesville Theatre Alliance, presents The Pirate Queen by Gay H. Hammond, Sep 30-Oct 2 at Brenau University’s Pearce Auditorium.

Young Gráinne Mhaol, the daughter of an Irish Chieftain, was born wild as the waves and wind, born to be a sea captain—if only she can convince the world of that! This magical Irish adventure is based on the legend of Grace O’Malley, Ireland’s “Pirate Queen.” Recommended for all ages.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance is a one-of-a-kind, nationally-recognized collaboration between the University of North Georgia and Brenau University.

Tickets for public performances go on sale Sep 5. Teachers and homeschoolers can make reservations for matinee performances now at GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org or by calling the GTA Box Office at 678-717-3624.

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The Nutcracker

This classic Christmas tradition, is a fairy tale ballet in two acts centered on a family’s Christmas Eve celebration. The story centers on a young girl’s Christmas Eve and her awakening to the wider world and romantic love.

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2018 Snake Day at Elachee – A Festival of All Things Reptilian

A Festival of All Things Reptilian

Get up close and personal with creatures that slither and crawl at the 26th Annual Snake Day at Elachee. This seasonal nature education festival is a family-friendly favorite. Snake Day showcases nearly two dozen regional herpetological experts who entertain audiences with live demonstrations of exotic species of snakes, alligator, lizards, turtles, tortoises, toads and frogs.

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Raptor Fest

See flight demonstrations, birds of prey programs and enjoy birding activities, crafts, food and more. Details to come for the 2019 event.

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Brenau LitFest

Celebrate the arts and literature at the 2018 Brenau LitFest.

  • Children’s activities and readings
  • Open mic poetry
  • Workshops, panels, and hands-on demonstrations
  • Meet local authors, artists and booklovers

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Wizard of Oz

Based on the beloved 1939 film that has been entertaining families for generations, Frank Baum’s Wizard of Oz is now reimagined for the stage, full of the familiar songs from the Oscar®-winning movie score. When Dorothy’s farmhouse is blown over the rainbow to the magical land of Oz, a magical adventure ensues with ruby slippers, Toto, lions, tigers, and bears oh my! Follow us down the yellow brick road with your favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way.  Don’t miss your chance to rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat.  Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg, Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company based upon the Classic Motion Picture.

Rated PG

“”A lustrous spectacle… inventiveness everywhere ~”   The (London) Telegraph

“A magical musical journey over the rainbow, down the Yellow Brick Road, straight to the heart…”

D.C. Metro Arts

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Sophie and the Pirates

Sophie is a young girl who longs for adventure on the High Seas, but she gets more than she bargained for when she is scooped up by a gang of wacky pirates. She learns how to be a sailor, how to chase (and fight) a wicked pirate lady, and how to be a good captain . . . most of all, she learns that the biggest adventure is finding yourself.  Written by Gay H. Hammond.

Rated G     Run time: 55 minutes

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