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Piedmont Council of the Arts
300 East Main Street
Bank of America building
Second floor
Charlottesville, VA

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2426
Charlottesville, VA
22902-2426

info@charlottesvillearts.org

Tel 434-971-ARTS (2787)
Fax 434-971-9199


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PCA is committed to supporting and promotiong the arts in Central Virginia. By nurturing the arts, we enrich our community. Learn more about PCA.

 

Nominations Sought for Governor's Awards for the Arts 2008

Nominations are now sought for the Governor's Awards for the Arts 2008, which will be presented by Governor Tim Kaine in September. The Awards, which have been presented only three times in Virginia, recognize outstanding lifetime achievement by Virginia artists, arts organizations, and those who support and encourage the arts.

More information about nominations coming soon, see the following PDF documents.
- NOMINATION Form, due MAY 15
- History of Awards
- Schedule and Deadlines
- Press Release

Email questions to director@charlottesvillearts.org.



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Become a member of PCA today... members stay tuned for the annual meeting on June 25, 2008. For more information, click here.

Arts Presenter Planning Calendar

The Arts Presenter Planning Calendar on this website is designed for arts presenters or special events planners to avoid schedule conflicts. With the growing number of cultural events in our region, this feature will help assure that our audiences will be able to see or attend multiple events of their choice.

To access to this password protected calendar email info@charlottesvillearts.org.

Box Office Contacts -- Buy Tickets Here!

Now you can have direct access to the box office, once you have selected a performance or event you wish to attend.  Please click here to access box office telephone numbers or website links for area performing arts venues.

Upcoming event highlights

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Jazz at the C&O

A night of gypsy jazz with the Oliveraz trio in the C&O bistro.

C&O Restaurant Free, 10pm
515 East Water Street Charlottesville, VA 22902

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Belly Dance Class in Lovingston

Learn the art of belly dancing with Fata Morgana! Every Wednesday at Rapunzels.
6 pm - Beginners
7 pm - Intermediates
8 pm - Advanced
Visit www.fatamorganabellydance.com

Rapunzel's Coffee & Bookstore, 924 Front St, Lovingston 22949.

Thursday, May 15, 2008

Live Arts presents The Beard of Avon

The Beard of Avon By Amy Freed
Directed by Betsy Rudelich Tucker
Time: 8-10 pm Location: Downstage Theater Live Arts, 123 E. Water Street, Charlottesville

Friday, May 16, 2008

Public night at the UVA McCormick Observatory.

Three telescopes with amazing views, plus astonomy professors and graduate students will be at your disposal for guidance and to answer questions. Slide show, and tours also provided. All ages welcome.
9pm - 11pm

For Directions Visit:
McCormick Observatory
Or Call: (434) 243-1885

Saturday, May 17, 2008

Free Graffiti/ Mural Workshop

Local graffiti artist, Clinton Jones, will lead a hands-on participation workshop and present a slide show of murals.
For all ages. Free, 2-3pm.
Ourspace, 414 E. Main St.,
beneath the Tea Bazaar

Sunday, May 18, 2008

Butterflies of Ivy Creek Natural Area

Join Mike Scott for the first butterfly walk of 2008. Meet in the Education Building to see Mike’s impressive display of the butterflies of Ivy Creek and for an introduction to identification skills.
Fun for the whole family.
Free, 1pm

Directions:
Ivy Creek Natural Area, Earlysville.

Monday, May 19, 2008

Martha Graham Master Class

The Martha Graham Dance Company will give a master class in Graham technique. This even will feature live percussion performed by Charlottesville-based African drummer Darrell Rose.
7 pm, $20 per person.
Advanced registration required

Balletschool, 2409 Ivy Road, Charlottesville