February 2006 Events

Feb. 1-19 “CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF” A Pulitzer Prize-winning classic 8 p.m. H.H. Arts Center 842-2787 $29

Feb. 2-27 “DE AARTS OB WE PEOPLE IX” Gullah culture comes to life in an exhibit of paintings, baskets, batiks, sculptures. H.H. Arts Center Gallery 10-5 FREE

Feb. 3 “SOUTHERN CIRCUIT FILM FESTIVAL” Four delightful, short, independent films! 1.“The Planets”-Sundance award; 2. “A Brief History of Voting”-new ways to vote and cheat; 3. “Dancing Dog” singing Cole Porter with Marlene Dietrich’s voice; 4. “Poetry in Motion” including Emily Dickinson, Edward Lear. 7:30 379-2787 $7

Feb. 3-26 “BROADWAY ON BULL STREET” The cast of “Jukebox Journey” continues to “wow” us! Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St. 912-233-7764 8 p.m. Matinees: 3 p.m.

Feb. 4 REGINA CARTER QUINTET An exhilarating performance with Paganini’s famed “Cannon” violin! Lucas Theatre, Abercorn St., Sav. 8 p.m. 912-525-5050 FREE

Feb. 5 CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN AMERICAN AUTHORS. Emory Campbell, Johnnie Mitchell, Queen Quet and others read & sign their books. Barnes & Noble, H.H. 4 p.m. 682-3742 www.gullahcelebration.com FREE

Feb. 10 “REMNANTS OF MITCHELVILLE” – a documentary focusing on the 150 year legacy of the country’s first town for 1500 freed slaves. Coligny Plaza Theatre 12 noon 689-6767 $5
Feb. 10-Mar. 4 “SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK” A musical review of educational songs of 1970-80 as seen on television. Main Street Theatre, H.H. 689-6246 Adult cast. Fri. 7:30, Sat. 4:00, Sun. 2:00 $15, 20 Kids $10

Feb. 11 “OL’ FASHIONED GULLAH BARBEQUE” Storytelling, singing & traditional delicacies at the H.H. Arts Center. Food vendors. 682-3742 11 a.m. FREE admission

Feb. 11 “LA BOHEME” A new production by Teatro Lirico D’Europa (English subtitles) at Lucas Theatre, Abercorn St., Sav. 8 p.m. 912-525-5050 $37, 47, 50

Feb. 11, 12 “ALL STRAVINSKY EVENING” The Charleston Ballet Theatre performs the controversial “Rite of Spring” and a new Balanchine ballet. Sottile Theatre, 44 George St., Charleston. Sat. 7:30, Sun 3:00 $20, 25, 32 (843) 953-5623

Feb. 12 “SUPER MUSEUM SUNDAY!” Once a year, 30 of Savannah’s museums, art centers, historic homes, forts, & churches offer free tours! List and maps are available. 912-651-2125 12-4 p.m. FREE

Feb. 12 “BEFORE THE BRIDGE” Cultural Symposium. A discussion of Native Islanders culture, education, religion, business. H.H. Arts Center 6 p.m. 682-3742 $10

Feb. 12, 13 “GIANTS OF THE NIGHT” The H.H. Orchestra features the pops conductor & pianist, Bob Alberti’s favorite music and Mimi Stillman, flute. Also, Ravel’s “Bolero.” First Presbyterian Church, H.H. 8 p.m. 842-2055 $20, 25

Feb. 13 “MAN 1, BANK 0” The ATM actually cashed Patrick Comb’s “non-negotiable” check for $95,000! Amazing-but true and hilarious! H.H. Arts Center 8 p.m. 342-2787 $25, Groups 10+ $22

Feb. 14, 15 NEW SHANGHAI CIRCUS – Incredible acrobats of China as seen on Broadway! USC Beaufort Performing Arts Center, Carteret St., Beaufort 7 p.m. 521-4145 $30, 35, 40

Feb. 17 THE HILTON HEAD CHORAL SOCIETY CHAMBER SINGERS present “Variations on a Theme” – 15th – 21st century music. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 8 p.m. 341-3818 $18

Feb. 17 VIENNA CHOIR BOYS – a rare tour to Georgia! At the Ga. Southern University Performing Arts Center, Statesboro 7:30 912-486-7999 $29

Feb. 17-19 “SOUTHEASTERN WILDLIFE EXPOSITION” in Charleston. The nation’s largest wildlife art and nature event! Guest: Jack Hanna. Admission & shuttle to 13 sites with badge, $15. Tickets online www.sewe.com or at Charleston Visitor Center, Meeting St. (843) 723-1748

Feb. 18 CHARLES WADSWORTH at the piano with two of the Metropolitan Opera’s most exciting young stars: Nicole Heaston, soprano, Rodion Pogossov, baritone. Lucas Theatre, Abercorn St., Sav. 8 p.m. 912-525-5050 $12.50

Feb. 18, 19 SAVANNAH IRISH FESTIVAL Lots of entertainment! Irish arts & crafts and food. Savannah Civic Center Arena 912-232-3448 www.savannahirish.org $11.50 day pass, $20 two-day pass

Feb. 18, 19 NATIVE ISLANDER ARTS, CRAFTS, & FOOD EXPO Entertainment, children’s activities, cultural demonstrations. Shelter Cove Community Park, H.H. 12-5 682-3742 $5, Kids $2

Feb. 20 ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET Premiered in 1966 at the Kennedy Center with 12 fabulous dancers. Gaillard Auditorium,
Calhoun St., Charleston 8 p.m. 571-7755 $15

Feb. 22-Mar. 5 AUNTIE AND ME (VIGIL IN THE USA) “A marvelous dark comedy, philosophically thoughtful” at the S.C. Repertory Company, Beach City Rd., H.H. Tues.-Th. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $22 (seniors $20); Fri., Sat. 8 p.m. $24 (seniors $22) 681-5194

Feb. 24-Mar. 12 “ONCE UPON A MATTRESS” It’s either that darn pea that’s keeping the princess awake or the audience laughing in the May River Theatre! Bridge St., Bluffton Join the fun! Fri., Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. 837-7798 $18

Feb. 26 “OFF THE WALL AND ONTO THE STAGE, DANCING THE ART OF JONATHAN GREEN” Thirty Columbia City Ballet dancers bring 22 of Green’s paintings to life-size reality. Lucas Theatre, Abercorn St., Sav. 5 p.m. 912-713-4008 $25 – 35

Feb. 26, 27 “SEA INTERLUDES” The Hilton Head Orchestra, conducted by Mary Woodmansee Green, featuring Laura Najarian, bassoon. First Presbyterian Church, H.H. 8 p.m. 842-2055 $20,

Feb. 27 CHUCK MANGIONE, trumpeter extraordinaire! Garnered two Grammy Award albums and an Emmy for Olympics theme. H.H. Arts Center 8 p.m. 842-2787 $68