Columbia Music Festival Association

Columbia Children's Theatre Presents: Grace for President
2021-10-02 19:00, 2021-10-02 14:00, 2021-10-01 19:00 UTC | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Grace for President tells the story of a girl, who, stunned to discover that all U.S. presidents have been men, decides to kick off her own political career by running for president of her class. She faces off against a popular boy and wins in a surprising way. The lesson? That women – whether Grace, Kamala Harris or anyone in the audience – can run for office, win, and lead.
Based on the book by Kelly S. DiPucchio and adapted for the stage by Joah Cushing, this musical about girl power is an entertaining hit for all ages and audiences.
Adapted for the stage by Joan Cushing, CCT is excited to bring this musical production of Grace for President to the CMFA stage. In addition to offering an inspiring perspective on the opportunities for women in America, the show serves as a great primer for young people on the electoral process and drives home the critical role of character in leadership. With a perfect balance of humor, music, and education – it’s a great fit for the whole family.
The show is directed by CCT Artistic Director, Jerry Stevenson. “This year we put careful thought into balancing older classics with newer, more topical programming,” says Stevenson, “and I think Grace for President is the perfect show to start the season.”
Fittingly, the role of Grace Campbell will be played by local teachers Akira Taylor and Erica Cooper. Akira teaches Math at Midlands Art Conservatory, while Erica teaches Dance at Eau Claire High School. The choreography is by Lisa Sendler and costumes are by Jerry Stevenson and Donna Harvey.

Pouf!
2021-09-05 15:00, 2021-09-04 20:00, 2021-09-03 20:00, 2021-09-02 20:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Fresh off of our NYC run at the Connelly Theatre as part of SheFest, Evolving Door Theatre Company presents an original comedy by Columbia’s Lou Clyde! Directed by Jessica Francis Fichter. What happens when you mix hairspray, headlice and a little dab of Elvis? Hairlarity. The year is 1958 and Betty finds herself unfulfilled as a housewife. She and her husband have been unsuccessful in starting a family and her husband will not “permit” her to get a job. With the encouragement of her sister, Betty secretly sets up an in-home salon, leveraging her prowess with hairspray and bobby pins. Betty begins to change the lives of neighborhood women by “poufing” their hair. Pouf! is an “uplifting” comedy with big hair and even bigger laughs.

"The Nutcracker" Auditions
2021-08-28, 2021-08-21 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Come be a part of “The Nutcracker!” Join Ann Brodie’s Carolina Ballet for auditions for the glittering Thanksgiving Holiday tradition. From mice and flowers to everything in between don’t miss being a part of the stars of today!

Just Because We Care: Fashion Show
2021-08-15 16:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Ressie Music Video Recording of Teresa Ingram's New Single
2021-08-14 12:00 - 18:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Ressie Music Video Recording of Teresa Ingram’s New Gospel Single.

CMFA Partners Meet and Greet
2021-08-06 18:00 - 21:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Columbia Music Festival Association is hosting a social gathering for everyone involved with the CMFA ArtSpace. There will be music, video highlights from groups we work with, food and drink, and discussion on ongoing creative projects, changing policies, and future plans for the facility. This networking event will be fun and informative.

LET'S PLAY: A Musical Revue
2021-08-01 15:00, 2021-07-31 15:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Featuring a cast of the Midlands’ most talented young people and adults, LET’S PLAY will include numbers from Broadway musicals that feature child and teen characters — from “Annie” to “The Sound of Music,” from “Bye Bye Birdie” to “Footloose,” from “The Secret Garden” to “Les Miserables” — the list goes on and on! LET’S PLAY is directed and choreographed by Dedra Daniels Mount, with musical direction by Michael Simmons. Doors open at 2:30pm.

LET'S PLAY: A Musical Revue
2021-07-31 20:00, 2021-07-30 20:00, 2021-07-29 20:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Featuring a cast of the Midlands’ most talented young people and adults, LET’S PLAY will include numbers from Broadway musicals that feature child and teen characters — from “Annie” to “The Sound of Music,” from “Bye Bye Birdie” to “Footloose,” from “The Secret Garden” to “Les Miserables” — the list goes on and on! LET’S PLAY is directed and choreographed by Dedra Daniels Mount, with musical direction by Michael Simmons. Doors open at 7:30pm.

Unbound Summer Intensive
2021-07-17 09:00 - 17:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Join us for the Unbound Summer Intensive. We offer three levels of classes. Minis ages 6-8, Petites ages 9-11 and Teens ages 12-up. All classes are located at Columbia Music Festival Association, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC. Dancers will attend classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Contemporary and Musical Theater.. Faculty members include Caroline Lewis-Jones, Susan Hancock, Leah Evans, Carly Gallup, Zelig Williams, Jocelyn Ramirez, Michael McManus, Katie Hilliger-Page and Morgan Holton. Our schedule will be posted ASAP. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out through our Contact Us form on our homepage! We can’t wait to see your dancer July 17th!

Columbia Music Festival Association Presents the Summer Academy
2021-06-21 - 2021-06-25, 2021-06-14 - 2021-06-18 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Now in its 33rd Season, the collaboration between the Carolina Ballet and the Columbia Music Festival Association offers classes provided by our stellar faculty joined by International Guest Artists both in-person and virtually. This two week intensive program is designed for the pre-professional dancer alike. Please visit https://carolinaballet.net/summer-academy to register.

Artistic Dance - End of Season Performance Stage Recording
2021-06-13 11:00 - 17:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
*CLOSED EVENT*
Artistic Dance Academy is a mobile performing arts school offering recreational dance instruction to students ages 3 and up at Daycares, community gyms, and churches. Dancers receive professional training in their selected discipline, unique performance opportunities, develop self-discipline, encouragement to become confident, and creative performers.

Creative Stylez Dance Company - Children's Stage Performance
2021-06-05 15:00 - 19:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
We are Creative Stylez Dance Company, home of the award winning CSDC Competition Team. Our mission of Creative Stylez Dance is to provide dance education on multiple dance styles, technique, discipline, self-confidence, and team work to the children of our community regardless of race, gender, and religion. We provide a family oriented environment where our students feel love and support. We are known to enhance our students self-confidence and prepare them for the dance world.

Remodelers Council Memorial Day BBQ Sale
2021-05-28, 2021-05-27 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Grab your calendars because the Remodelers Council is going to finish our multi-purpose studio and they are hosting a delicious event! They are holding a BBQ Fundraiser to raise funds for this project on Memorial Day Weekend! This studio will be such a valuable asset to the facility, it will be a great space for many new events. Plan ahead by ordering quarts of vinegar-pepper based pulled pork and/or full Boston Butts, and it will be ready for pickup just before the big weekend. Finished product will be available for pick-up at CMFA or BIA of Central SC Office. All proceeds will support the Remodelers Council’s rehabilitation of CMFA’s new studio. See the form below to order now!

Moving Body Dance Company - Spring Performance Stage Recording
2021-05-09 15:30 - 18:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Broadway Bound - Competition Stage Recording
2021-05-09 08:00 - 13:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
*CLOSED EVENT*
The Broadway Bound Musical Theatre Company is now in its third decade under the direction of founder Dedra Daniels Mount, having become one of Columbia’s most successful avenues for educating young people (ages 4 to 20) in dance and voice for musical theatre, while also providing performance opportunities for these young artists beyond standard theatrical productions. The company’s participation in regional competitions gives its members the chance to be critiqued by professional judges, at the same time promoting a sense of team unity.

Broadway Bound - Spring Competition Stage Recording
2021-04-25 08:00 - 13:00, 2021-04-18 08:00 - 13:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States

Ann Brodie's Carolina Ballet - "An Invitation to the Dance"
2021-04-24 19:30 | *VIRTUAL*
Join Ann Brodie’s Carolina Ballet, virtually, for the beautiful performance of An Invitation to the Dance. It will be live streamed to www.carolinaballet.net. Hop on to the stream to see talented dancers from the comfort of your own home.

Susan Lenz: Nike's Advice
2021-04-17 11:00 - 19:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Columbia Music Festival Association will be presenting Susan Lenz: Nike’s Advice. The artworks shown in the CMFA ArtSpace is the culmination of 7 years of developing pieces that combine fiber techniques (Susan’s skilled specialty) and paint on canvas. Stemming from an initial interactive performance work in 2016, Susan’s consideration of combined methods to create pleasing, non-objective compositions has broadened her practice to an ever-increasing maturity. In conjunction with Artists Vista, this will be the first time these works will be shown publicly by this nationally known and locally respected artist. While visiting the facility viewers can also anticipate seeing the perman previously seen at the ArtFields Art Festival in Lake City, South Carolina.
