Converse Opera Presents: Cendrillon, a Cinderella Opera

January 24 & 26

Join us as Converse Opera Theater presents Jules Massenet’s Cendrillon, a beloved Cinderella Opera. Based on the classic Cinderella story we all know and love, Cendrillon is sure to leave you dazzled and wishing for your own fairy godmother.

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Exhibition: Memento Mordiddle

January 9-30 - FREE

Charles Clary currently lives and works in Conway, South Carolina, where he is an Associate Professor of Studio Art and Foundations Coordinator at Coastal Carolina University. His latest work will be featured in Memento Morididdle in the Milliken Art Gallery beginning January 9, 2025. Speaking of this body of work, Clary states, “(My parents) passing left a deep void in my life that led to my interest in Memento Mori, or the act of coming to terms with one’s own mortality. Through this investigation, I came to terms with the trauma of my childhood and the lack of memories I actually have.”

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Exhibition: Stories About My Brothers

February 6 - March 6 - FREE

Greene (b.1997), a South Carolina-based artist started working professionally in 2021 after earning his Bachelor in Psychology from Coastal Carolina University in 2019. His latest work will be featured in Stories About My Brothers in the Milliken Art Gallery beginning February 6, 2025. Greene states, “This exhibition catalyzes a dialogue regarding young black men who are either going through adolescence or exhibiting the scars from their survival. These depictions, which give the viewer an intimate and sympathetic look into the lives of people who might not look like themselves, show how art has the power to speak to all people.”

Greene will present a Gallery Talk on February 6th at 6:00pm in the gallery followed by a reception from 6:30-8:00 pm.



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2025 MoseleyNext: ZOFO

February 7 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

The ‘20-finger orchestra’ that is ZOFO is a piano duo unlike any you’ve seen before. “Four hands on one piano, overlapping, dancing attendance and completing one another’s phrases – presents such a close understanding that… the intimacy becomes a shared experience,” according to The West Australian. Inspired by everything from the Balinese gamelan to contemporary and classic art, their programs surge with athletic precision, terpsichorean elegance, and delight in the power and joy of music.



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Spartanburg Philharmonic – Blues dell’arte

February 15 at 7:00pm

A captivating night that explores the beauty of classic and contemporary compositions inspired by Carnival, soul, blues and the Caribbean. Immerse yourself in the playful rhythms of Stravinsky’s “Pulcinella Suite” followed by a soulful fusion of worlds and cultures with “Baião ‘N’ Blues” by Clarice Assad. We are thrilled to showcase the exceptional virtuoso Jens Lindemann as our featured guest artist on trumpet in “Trumpet Concerto” by the esteemed Wynton Marsalis. Don’t miss this soul-stirring performance that promises a symphony of emotions and musical brilliance.

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Spartanburg Philharmonic Youth Orchestra – 2025 Winter Concert

February 16 at 3:00pm

The warmth of music fills the air at the Spartanburg Philharmonic Youth Orchestra’s Winter Concert. Join us for an enchanting afternoon as our talented musicians serenade you with melodies that capture the joyous spirit this cold season brings us each year.



Part of the Spartanburg Philharmonic’s Zimmerli Series

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The Lawson Academy

The Lawson Academy has offered the Converse, Spartanburg, and surrounding upstate community, music and dance lessons since 1944.

Rich in history and known for its tradition in educational excellence in music and dance, the Lawson Academy is in a strong position to build on its past while looking forward to meeting the creative needs of our 21st-century world.

We encourage students of all ages to peruse our classes and private study opportunities with doctorate-level instructors. We’re sure you’ll find something to fit your schedule and your budget. Join us on a creative journey that will bring joy to all of our lives.

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