Samford University’s School of the Arts has set a packed schedule starting this month to welcome patrons back to in-person arts events. Performances and exhibits will take place in the Art Gallery, Brock Recital Hall, Wright Center, Reid Chapel, Hodges Chapel, Bonnie Bolding Studio and Harrison Theatre, which had renovations this summer. Additionally, the school will … [Read more...]
Alabama Ballet Sets Its Schedule for the 40th Anniversary Season
Alabama Ballet’s season opens with an Alabama Ballet at Home performance of selected repertoire presented Friday and Saturday in the more intimate atmosphere of the company’s studio in the Lakeview area. Tickets for the event are $20, which includes complimentary drinks. They can be bought at the door as well as online or by phone. Next up is “Ovation,” a mixed-repertory … [Read more...]
Red Mountain Theatre Kicks Off a 5-Show Season in December
Red Mountain Theatre has announced five shows that will make up the 2021-2022 inaugural season in its new, state-of-the-art facility. The season will begin Dec. 3 with the Red Mountain Theatre Holiday Spectacular, featuring the Red Mountain Theatre Youth Ensemble (formerly RMT Conservatory), along with adults performing classic holiday favorites. The Holiday Spectacular will … [Read more...]
Forged With Purpose: Jewelry Line Elia Fulmen Aims to Foster Communities of Empowerment
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw Birmingham-based fine jewelry brand Elia Fulmen seeks to foster empowered communities one charm at a time. The mission of the gold vermeil jewelry line, established by Birmingham resident Whitney Wright, is not so much about the product as its purpose. “When I meet new people, most assume that I am a brand advocate, so they’ll ask me how I met … [Read more...]
‘The Future Is Bright’: Hope Gala Honors Four Cancer Patients and Survivors
By Emily Williams-Robertshaw After shifting to an all-virtual experience last year, the American Cancer Society’s 41st annual Hope Gala will take place in person this year on Aug. 21. Co-chairs Crawford Bumgarner, Kathleen Doss and Jeamer Nichols have chosen the theme “The Future is Bright” for this year’s celebration. “This theme reflects not only the bright future of … [Read more...]