Columbia Music Festival Association

Exodus 12 Productions: IDENTITY Film Premiere Private Release
2023-03-26 18:00 UTC | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
We will be showing the movie IDENTITY, red carpet style, in a private viewing along with giving out awards and speeches.

CMFA Presents: Four Singers Walk Into A Bar
2023-04-01 19:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Nominated for the 2022 Free Times Best of Columbia – Best Production, Four Singers Walk Into A Bar tells the story of four singers, and their egos, as they walk into a bar to try to pick up dates. As they sing in foreign languages, there is a handy-dandy Narrator to provide an English translation (with some additional, perhaps bias, commentary) as operatic absurdity ensues. This send-up of operatic tropes features music by Mozart, Puccini, Johann Strauss, and more, with an original script by Maria Beery, is perfect for both opera aficionados and skeptics alike.

Columbia Music Festival Association (CMFA) and The Pastor's Study Present: Rebecca Horne
2023-04-06 18:00 - 21:00 | The Pastor’s Study, 1633 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
Celebrating First Thursday on Main
The Columbia Music Festival Association along with The Pastor’s Study special event venue will be presenting artworks by international award winning artist, Rebecca Horne. The works shown are described by the artist as “art that intrigues the viewer” that also use “unpredictable objects as texture” to construct “something beautiful from a controlled chaos.” This will be the first time this locally respected artist from the Columbia area will be exhibiting in conjunction with First Thursday on Main and the first exhibition of 2D works in The Pastor’s Study in the very heart of Downtown Columbia. While viewing the art, open house refreshments will be available for purchase at Lula Drake Wine Parlour downstairs in this beautiful, historic building.
Columbia Music Festival Association (CMFA)
The Pastor’s Study
First Thursday on Main
Rebecca Horne – Artist

Pret the Down South Girl Concert
2023-04-08 19:30 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Down South Girl Concert features the talented pop artist Pret and various talented musicians and dancers such as Maryaam, Itsnedaj, and Jahalia M. all from different regions of South Carolina. In addition to all of that expect to see the talented dancers of Creative Stylez Dance Company and PoorRichKidzz.

Dylan Critchfield-Sales: Recent Watercolors - Presented by the Columbia Music Festival Association
2023-04-14 11:00 - 2023-04-16 21:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Columbia Music Festival Association will be presenting Dylan Critchfield-Sales: Recent Watercolors. The works shown in the CMFA ArtSpace depict intimate spaces, often highlighting interior and exterior, landscapes and architecture visited during his travels and seen at home. Each painting emphasizes glimpses of fleeting light and shadows during quiet moments of contemplation and solitude. Dylan Critchfield-Sales, a recipient of a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art, had studied painting in Italy, Indiana, Norway, and France before coming to Columbia, SC in 2011; all the while working with several of the worlds most prominent painters. In conjunction with Artista Vista, this will be the first time these framed works will be shown publicly for sale.
Exhibition:
Fri. April 14th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Sat. April 15th 10:00am – 3:00pm *reception* 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Sun. April 16th 11:00am – 4:00pm

Unbound Dance Company Audition
2023-04-16 16:30 - 18:30 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Unbound Dance Company is looking for dancers from all genres and backgrounds to join us for our upcoming show in the fall.
Please bring a headshot, bio/resume, and be prepared to warm up, learn a combo, and perform freestyle of choice. for inquiries and more information, please reach out to Carolina Lewis-Jones and clinelewisjones@gmail.com

CMFA Presents: Business Strategies for the Performing Artist
2023-04-22 09:00 - 12:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Professional performers devote much time, talent, and effort to master their art. Yet business acumen can be just as important to succeeding in a career in the performing arts. Managing the often intimidating, complex, and confusing business of
performing is the goal of CMFA‘s workshop, “Business Strategies for the Performing
Artist”.
Led by Becky Ferrell, Assistant Professor of Arts Management at the College of Charleston, this workshop will focus on the business of the performing arts, including contracts, non-compete clauses, budgets, time management, discussing money, and the artist’s value. Attorneys and board members Mitchell Goldsmith and Steve Moon will serve to discuss legal issues in contracts and related matters.
This workshop is presented free of charge.
Please register online: https://CMFA-BusinessStrategies.eventbrite.com

CMFA Presents: Ann Brodie's Carolina Ballet's “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
2023-04-28 10:30, 2023-04-28 19:30 | Township Auditorium, 1703 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Delight in the enchantment of this magical production based on the play by William Shakespeare with music by Felix Mendelssohn. Follow the young lovers as they become involved with the mischievous woodland sprite, Puck. Find yourself in the Athenian magical forest ruled by Queen Titiana and her King, Oberon.
Mayhem… Music… Magic… Romance… all ends happily ever after!!!
Call Township Auditorium for tickets at (803) 576-2350
For group reservations call CMFA offices at (803) 771-6303

Columbia Repertory Dance Company 2023 Season Auditions
2023-04-29 10:00 - 14:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Columbia Repertory Dance Company is inviting professional dancers to audition for their 2023 season! Those auditioning are asked to bring a resume, headshot, and danceshot. The rehearsal schedule begins in May and includes Mondays and Fridays 9am – 12pm with occasional weekend dates. Performance dates forthcoming.

Auditions April 29th 10am – 2pm
CMFA ArtSpace – 914 Pulaski St. Columbia SC, 29201

Poorrichkidzzinc 2nd Annual Gala
2023-05-06 19:00 - 22:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Poorrichkidzzinc anniversary where we will celebrate our members with recognition and awards. There will be vendors, performers, and motivational speakers.
$20 Suggested Donation

CMFA Presents: ABCB/CDE in "Mary Poppins"
2023-05-20 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Center for Dance Education lower division performance is a mini-musical theater production combining all genres of dance offered.
CDE has two separate performance opportunities for Early Childhood through Youth class divisions. Dancers hone their performing skills through the annual student productions at the CMFA ArtSpace.
Pre-order tickets strongly encouraged. Call: 803-771-6303

Three performances on Saturday, May 20th, 2023.
11am, 2pm, and 4pm

Spring Forward Literary Arts Showcase
2023-05-27 14:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Columbia Writers Alliance presents an open mic/literary and visual arts and vendor showcase.

Columbia Music Festival Association (CMFA) and The Pastor's Study Present: Maya the Artist (Maya Smith)
2023-06-01 18:00 - 21:00 | The Pastor’s Study, 1633 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
Celebrating First Thursday on Main
The Columbia Music Festival Association along with The Pastor’s Study special event venue will be presenting artworks by visual artist Maya Smith. The artist often utilizes a variety of media including graphite, colored pencils, or acrylic paint. The imagery she creates typically features visually realistic people depicted in stylized or fantastic settings. Maya the Artist uses image making as a vehicle to celebrate the diversity of people. This will be the first time this locally respected artist will be exhibiting in The Pastor’s Study. While viewing the art, open house refreshments will be available for purchase at Lula Drake Wine Parlour downstairs in this beautiful, historic building.

Columbia Music Festival Association (CMFA)
The Pastor’s Study
First Thursday on Main
Maya the Artist (Maya Smith)- Artist

Speak Easy To Me: Spoken Word and Poetry Showcase
2023-06-25 19:30 - 21:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Spoken word and poetry showcase sponsored by Resonancz and featuring Coyaaa, Mazani, and Ashae Donae.
Live performance with complimentary soft drinks and light finger food.
Tickets MUST be purchased online at the link below.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speak-easy-to-me-tickets-636869091597

Alethia. Dance: Summer II Master Class "Kicks, Leaps, Jumps" With Trinity Cox
2023-07-28 19:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
A dance technique master class focusing on strength, flexibility, and mastery in kicks, leaps, and turns in various styles of dance.
$15

The Brunch Baddies hosted by Storm Survivors present: ZUMBA-THON!!!
2023-07-29 09:00 - 14:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
The Brunch Baddies hosted by Storm Survivors present: ZUMBA-THON!!!
The Zumba and Group Fitness Instructor for this event will be personal trainer and nutrition coach, YVONNE SHAW!
The proceeds from this fundraiser will go to: The Hive Community Circle.
The Hive Community Circle is a survivor-led, survivor-driven support organization helping women and girls in South Carolina overcome the trauma of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and stalking. We are on a mission to provide unwavering support and compassion to the most impacted, yet most under served survivors in SC.
Entry Fee $20.00

Columbia Music Festival Association (CMFA) and The Pastor's Study Present: Joshua Knight
2023-08-03 18:00 - 21:00 | The Pastor’s Study, 1633 Main Street, Columbia, SC, 29201
Celebrating First Thursday on Main
The Columbia Music Festival Association along with The Pastor’s Study special event venue will be presenting artworks by visual artist Joshua Knight. The artist often masterfully utilizes a variety of media including oil, watercolor, and charcoal to create beautifully crafted images featuring contemporary rustic or Native American culture within delightfully stylized settings. This will be the first time this regionally celebrated artist will be exhibiting in The Pastor’s Study. This partnership initiative will bring arts programming to the 1600 block of Main Street, further expanding the First Thursday on Main event. While viewing the art, open house refreshments will be available for purchase at Lula Drake Wine Parlour downstairs in this beautiful, historic building.
Columbia Music Festival Association (CMFA)
The Pastor’s Study
First Thursday on Main
Joshua Knight – Artist
The Pastor’s Study 1633 Main Street Columbia, SC 29201
Thurs. August 3rd 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Jasper's Play Right Series Presents a Staged Reading of Lonetta Thompson's Play - Therapy
2023-08-06 17:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
In the third of the Jasper Project’s Play Right Series we present a workshopped and community produced staged reading of a new play from local theatre artist Lonetta Thompson.
$10
For Tickets: Click here

AB Carolina Ballet and Center for Dance Education: Masterclass with Brandon Whitmore
2023-08-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-09 16:30 - 17:30 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Dancers from all studios are welcome to take class with Brandon Whitmore, which will include learning a piece of choreography from MJ the Musical, currently on Broadway.
-$15 AB Carolina Ballet/CDE dancers
-$20 all other dancers
-Registration at the door
-Advanced Rep Class (level6/7)- TUESDAY AUGUST 8, 10:00-11:00AM
-Intermediate Rep Class (levels 3/4)- WEDNESDAY AUGUST 9, 4:30-5:30PM

Brandon L. Whitmore Biography (Long Version) 2023

Columbia Repertory Dance Company: In Our Time
2023-08-18 20:00, 2023-08-19 20:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Columbia Repertory Dance Company presents IN OUR TIME Friday, August 18th at 8PM at CMFA Artspace located at 914 Pulaski Street in Columbia’s Vista.
IN OUR TIME, CRDC’s fourth annual summer concert will feature exhilarating new works by six guest choreographers in addition to lead choreographer and Artistic Director Stephanie Wilkins, performed by twelve professional South Carolina dancers.
Choreographers: Stephanie Wilkins (Artistic Director) Angela Gallo, Erin Bailey, Dale Lam, Kiyomi Mercadante Ramirez, Jennifer Deckert and Andre Megerdichian.
Company: Bonnie Boiter-Jolley (Managing Director) Nicolas White, Carrie Preus, Ashlee Taylor, Megan Saylors, Erin Bailey, Joshua Alexander, Sakura Oka, Sidney Ramsey, Emily Jordan, Lindsey Fallaw, Olivia Timmerman (Apprentice).
$30 in advance, $35 at door

Tickets: https://www.coladance.com/shows

UNBOUND Dance Company Summer Intensive
2023-08-26 08:00 - 15:00, 2023-08-27 08:00 - 15:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Registration 8am
Classes 9am-12pm
Lunch Break 12pm-1pm
Classes 1pm-3pm

701 CCA and CMFA Present: Chris Corsano
2023-09-27 20:30 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Chris Corsano (b. 1975, USA) is a New York-based drummer who has been active at the intersections of collective improvisation, free jazz, avant-rock, and experimental music since the late 1990’s. He’s been the rim-batterer of choice for some of the greatest contemporary purveyors of “jazz” (Joe McPhee, Paul Flaherty, Mette Rasmussen, Zoh Amba) and “rock” (Sir Richard Bishop, Bill Orcutt, Jim O’Rourke), as well as artists beyond categorization (Björk for her Volta album and world tour, Michael Flower, Okkyung Lee). His dedication to collective improvisation has led Corsano to join forces with many kindred spirits and his appearance on over 180 records and thousands of live performances.
“Corsano, despite being arguably the most riotosly energetic and creative drummer in contemporary free jazz, does far more than merely bash his kit into submission. Playing loud does not mean abandoning subtlety, and Corsano’s sudden shifts of texture and dynamics are a wonder to behold.”
– Dan Warburton, The Wire (April 2006)
8:00 PM – doors open
8:30 PM – show
Cover $15.
photo credits: Jakob Isselstein and Laurent Orseau

Tre Floyd Productions Presents: Black Girl Therapy
2023-09-30 20:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Every girl has a number. Do you know yours? Six black girls, strangers to each other, go to a group therapy session. They may be strangers going in but they’ll never be the same coming out. The therapist has each girl to choose her number which will define who she is. Come join the session and find the answer to what is your number. Every girl has a number… what’s yours?
Saturday, September 30th 8:00pm
VIP Tickets receive a swag bag and priority seating.
Get Your Tickets: HERE
This stage play is sponsored by Elevating Voices – our thoughts, our journeys, our voices
Founded in 2018, Elevating Voices, LLC set out to bridge the gap between information and entertainment. Through media such as web-series and stage plays, elevating voices shows the diverse lifestyles of minorities without using stereotypes. Our characters represent authentic people and the stories are relatable to diverse audiences. By creating unique and entertaining storylines, Elevating Voices creates connections between gay and straight people, black and white, and much more. Our goal is to start conversations to close the gap that has been filled with misconceptions and stereotypes.

Tre Floyd Productions Presents: Black Girl Therapy
2023-10-01 20:00 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Every girl has a number. Do you know yours? Six black girls, strangers to each other, go to a group therapy session. They may be strangers going in but they’ll never be the same coming out. The therapist has each girl to choose her number which will define who she is. Come join the session and find the answer to what is your number. Every girl has a number… what’s yours?
Sunday, October 1st 8:00pm
VIP Tickets receive a swag bag and priority seating.
Get Your Tickets: HERE
This stage play is sponsored by Elevating Voices – our thoughts, our journeys, our voices
Founded in 2018, Elevating Voices, LLC set out to bridge the gap between information and entertainment. Through media such as web-series and stage plays, elevating voices shows the diverse lifestyles of minorities without using stereotypes. Our characters represent authentic people and the stories are relatable to diverse audiences. By creating unique and entertaining storylines, Elevating Voices creates connections between gay and straight people, black and white, and much more. Our goal is to start conversations to close the gap that has been filled with misconceptions and stereotypes.

Columbia Traditional Music and Dance: Contra Dance in Columbia
2023-10-14 19:00 - 22:30, 2023-11-11 19:00 - 22:30 | CMFA ArtSpace, 914 Pulaski Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
Contra Dance is a form of folk dancing made up of long lines of couples usually ascribed to New England or the Appalachian region. This event will feature a live band and dance caller with a beginner class for newcomers all within the ArtSpace Pink Studio.

New Dancer’s Workshop from 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Learn Contra dance basics for a more enjoyable experience.
Dance from 7:30 PM. – 10:30 PM

Dances are walked through and called!
Please bring clean, soft-soled, non-marking shoes.
Feel free to bring snacks to share!
For more details:

Website: http://www.contracola.org
Find us on Facebook at “Columbia Traditional Music and Dance“
Follow us on Twitter: @Contracola
Our photo albums are on Flickr.
Our video collections are on Vimeo.

Admission: $10
