Current Events
Spring Into Art!
The Annual Spring into Art Show provides artists of all levels with the opportunity to participate in a truly unique exhibition. The judges were carefully selected for their knowledge and ability to pick works based on merit alone. Awards were presented and the Colson Calendar selections announced at the Gala opening this year. Please see our Spring Into Art page for more information!
City Photo Contest
It’s time for the 4th Annual People’s Choice Photo Contest! The public can view and vote on the entries at the Turner Center from June 11 through July 18, 2012. A first-place winner and an honorable mention will be selected in each of the five categories, along with an overall Best in Show award. The deadline for entry is Thursday, May 31, 2012, and entry forms are available at the Center. Winners will be announced at a reception here at the Turner Center on July 20, at 6 p.m. More information and contest rules are available by clicking here.
Spring and Summer Offerings
We have wonderful things planned for the Spring and Summer here at the Turner Center for the Arts.
In May, join us on First Friday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and start your weekend off with WineDown! The Turner Center galleries will be open after hours for you to view our Spring Into Art exhibit with your friends and enjoy complimentary wine and refreshments.
Also in May, a Snake Nation Review Book Signing will take place at the Center at 7 p.m. featuring Roberta George and Morris Smith.
On Monday, June 11, a new exhibit will open with a reception from 5-7 p.m. This exhibit will feature the work of Jim Touchton, the People’s Choice City Photo Contest, Josh Rosen, and Student works from Boys & Girls Club and Moody Air Force Base. Our receptions are free and open to the public so come and enjoy!
In July, don’t miss the American Soundtrack concert held at Rainwater Conference Center on the 14th at 7:30 p.m. And, on Friday, July 20, we will host the Award Reception for the City of Valdosta’s People’s Choice Photo Contest at 6 p.m.
Rental Information
The galleries of the Annette Howell Turner Center are available to rent.
Local Events
Valdosta State University Theatre & Dance
Call 229.333.5973 or www.valdosta.edu
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown: Sept. 22-28
Pulse: The VSU Repertory Dancers in Concert: Oct. 13-16
Aeschylus’ the Oresteia: Nov. 10-16
Annual Cabaret Fundraiser: Nov. 20
Sleeping Beauty: The Ballet: Jan. 21, 22
Ramona Quimby: Feb. 3, 4
A Lesson Before Dying: Feb. 23-29
State Fair: March 29-April 4
Emerging Artists Showcase: April 19-22
Valdosta Symphony Orchestra
Call 229.333.2150 or www.valdostasymphony.org
Bach to Bach: Sept. 17
Classical Masters: Nov. 5
The Nutcracker: Dec. 2, 3, 4
Symphonie Fantastique!: Feb. 18
Favorites: March 12
Musical Pictures: April 28, 29
Gingerbread Players
Call 229.24-STAGE or www.theatreguildvaldosta.com
Little Women: Oct. 7-9, 14-16
Seussical The Musical Jr.: March 23-25, March 30, 31, April 1
Little Actors Theatre
www.littleactorsvaldosta.com
Murders In the Hier: Oct. 8-9
The Jungle Book:
Missoula Theatre: July 2012
