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Thursday, February 9, 2012 - 7:30 pm
The Coast Big Band Valentine Show
Come enjoy the smooth sounds of the 20 piece Coast Big Band. This Valentine's show will feature love songs from throughout the years in a way that only they can perform it. Enjoy the crooning tones of David Delk while you sit hand-in-hand with your Valentine.
Reserved Seating: $12.50
Seats sell out fast so get your tickets now!!
Saturday, February 17, 2012 - 2:00 pm & 8:00 pm Sunday, February 18, 2012 - 2:00 pm
The Importance of Being Earnest
A trivial comedy for serious people, "The Importance of Being Earnest" is a classic, high-farce comedy written at the height of Oscar Wilde's career.
Wilde's story is full of wit, intricate word play and many a handbag. It finds the two main male characters juggling ficticious lives in order to escape burdensome social and personal obligations. However, in the midst of all their bumbling, they find the unexpected - "true" love.
February 20, 2012 - 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
2nd ANNUAL TEEN MARDI GRAS BALL
We had such a great time last year, we had to do it again! Come enjoy a gourmet dinner, dance to music and partake in the Mardi Gras festivities. This is the ONLY Teen Mardi Gras Ball on the Coast from Florida to Louisiana.
This is a safe and fun way for teens ages 13 - 18 to experience more of Mardi Gras than just the parades. It is a chance to dress up and experience fine dining.
Dress code for girls is evening gowns, dress code for boys is dress suit with tie. No tennis shoes, jeans, shorts...Come dressed to impress. We have the right to refuse entry to anyone who is dressed inappropriately for this event.
Doors open at 6:30 pm with dinner starting at 7:00 pm. Presentation of the court will occur after dinner. Music and dancing will continue until 10:00 pm.
This is a masquerade ball so wear your mask to enter.
Tickets: $25 per person
Location:
Ocean Springs Civic Center
3730 Bienville Boulevard
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
Friday, February 24, 2012 - April 10
Stacey Johnson: Ceramic Sculpture
Opening reception- February 24, 2012 5-7pm
Saturday, February 25th, 2012 – 7pm
Celtic Crossroads
Just when you think that you have seen the best that Irish music has to offer, a fresh new show from Ireland is taking the art form to an entirely new level. Celtic Crossroads presents Irish music like never before, set to do to Irish music what Riverdance has done to Irish dance.
Celtic Crossroads is critically acclaimed as 'the most exhilarating and authentic show to come from Ireland in decades - not to be missed'. It is an explosion of youthful energy and dazzling musicianship. Celtic Crossroads abounds with fusions of traditional Irish music, bluegrass, gypsy and jazz whilst pulsating with the rhythms of exciting Irish dance percussion. Spontaneous mid show ovations are the norm, and enraptured Celtic Crossroads audiences are always compelled to shout, and SHOUT for more.
Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 – 7pm
An Evening with C.S. Lewis Featuring David Payne
The year is 1963 and C S Lewis, the famous British author, is in the twilight years of his life. Following a request from his great friend, J.R. R. Tolkien, he has agreed to give an informal talk to a group of American writers who are visiting England. They have come to Lewis’ home, just outside of Oxford, and are eagerly anticipating hearing the man who has become a legend in his own lifetime. They are not disappointed. Despite his failing health, Lewis is in great form. His audience is spellbound as, with a display of oratory and humor that made him one of England’s most famous public speakers, he recounts the significant events and the people that shaped his life.
“An Evening with C S Lewis” takes you into the unique world of a man who lived a simple life in a modest house on the outskirts of the city of Oxford. Full of humor, it is a fascinating and enthralling insight into the life of a man who became a legend in his own lifetime and who journeyed from atheism to Christianity to become one of the great champions of the Christian faith.
Saturday, April 21 – 5-7pm
Transformations: 3 Women, "The Alchemy of Clay, Paper, and Fiber"
*Claudia Cartee, Clay, *Barbara Ann Carver-Hunt, drawing and clay sculpture *Amanda Lovitt-Call, Weaving
Opening reception: April 21, 2012 5-7pm
Friday, May 11th, 2012 – 7pm & Saturday, May 12th, 2012 - 7pm
Newfound Road
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!
NewFound Road has been called one of the most exciting bluegrass
bands of the new millennium. In 2010, NewFound Road made its debut on the legendary stage of The
Grand Ole Opry. The band’s exciting and energetic stage show brought the
members a busy touring schedule, playing to thousands of music lovers
across the United States during its 2010 touring season - which for
NewFound Road, is year round.
"This is crystalline bluegrass with a nice mix of originals and covers, secular and religious songs...NewFound Road does it really well, with love and superb chops. I especially like Tom T. Hall's That's How I Got To Memphis and their sublime a cappella Rock of Ages." --SingOut!
"Led by the remarkable lead singing of Tim Shelton, this quartet shines with deep gospel roots and bluesy material, tight harmonies and a driving groove."
--CMT Magazine
Friday, July 13 – 5-7pm
Paul Bonge’: Photography
Opening reception- July 13, 2012 5-7pm
Friday, Sept. 21 – 5-7pm
Joey Rice : paper works
Opening Recption- September 21, 2012 5-7pm
The Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center
of Arts and Education
1600 Government Street,
Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564 228.818.2878
228.818.2886 fax info@themaryc.org