2016 River Recreation Scholarship Pageant

Saturday June 18, 2016 at 6:00 pm
River Recreation Scholarship Pageant

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Note: One accompanying-adult ticket will be provided free for Little Miss and Little Mister contestants. Please call the box office to make reservation.
VIP-Individual Ticket $15; VIP-Child under 12 $10
Individual Ticket $10; Child under 12 $5

Join the historic Ariel-Dater Hall in welcoming the 2016 River Recreation Scholarship Pageant to our stage.  The evening will feature contestants for Queen, Jr. Queen, and Little Miss and Little Mister River Recreation.  To The Pointe Dance Studio will also perform.

Scholarships for this year’s pageant are being provided by River City Outdoor Advertising, The University of Rio Grande, and Westbanco.

For more information about the pageant entry,
contact Queen Pageant Chairperson Jamie Pratt at 740-339-2710.

Be sure to visit the local Gallipolis area sponsors to this fantastic community event! They include:
Mane Designers Salon & Spa • Floral Fashions • Gallipolis Career College
Halfelts Mill Outlet • Image Gallery • Gary Jarvis CPA
Jr. Womens Club • Kiwanis Club • Baskets Delight • The Beauty Bar

The Ariel Children’s Chorus Concert

Sunday, May 8, 2016
2:00 p.m.
Ariel Chamber Theatre

The Historic Ariel Theatre presents The Ariel Children’s Chorus Concert under the direction of Judith Cavendish with accompanist Barb White. Join us for this free concert which will also feature students of piano and voice.

Admission is free ~ donations accepted at the door.

2015-16 Season Subscription! The Ohio Valley Symphony

2015-16 Season

Join The Ohio Valley Symphony for the 26th Season featuring 5 exciting concerts in our home, Ariel-Dater Hall. Order subscriptions online or call the box office today at 740-446-ARTS!

Carl Michael Magic & Illusion 2016

Friday, April 1 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 2 at 7:00 p.m.

The art of magic is making the impossible possible. To bring the audience out of their everyday world and connect them to what lies beyond. Surprise, shock and astonishment are simply the means to a greater goal: to awaken the sense of mystery and awe that lies dormant in all of us.

For millennia, the secrecy, inexplicability and mystery of magic and illusion have enraptured mankind, tapping into the primal human yearning to pierce the veil of reality. In every age, great performers have emerged to update and redefine this most ancient of art forms. Carl Michael is such a performer.

From childhood, Carl Michael has immersed himself in the study and practice of magic and illusion. His voracious quest for perfection, relentless work ethic, enormous talent, and astonishing skill and creativity have yielded one of the most brilliant young illusionists of our day.

We invite you to enter the world of Carl Michael. It is a world where everything you know is wrong, what is real and what is illusion merge into a new kind of possibility, a new take on reality.

Your journey awaits you. We invite you to begin.  carlmichaelmagic.com

Glorious Guitars, Tim Berens & Craig Wagner

Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 7:30 pm

Tim Berens’ multi-faceted career gives testament to his lifelong quest to learn, perform and write music. So far, his venture has led him through the worlds of classical guitar, jazz guitar, orchestral guitar, arranging, orchestration, and conducting.

During his years as the guitarist for the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Tim played guitar, banjo, mandolin and bouzouki on concerts, recordings, television programs, and tours. Beginning in the late 1990’s, Tim began arranging for the CPO, eventually becoming the orchestra’s principal arranger.

Tim’s arrangements caught the ears of others and he began receiving commissions from many leading conductors and major orchestras. His arrangements are performed hundreds of times

12th Annual Tri-County Gospel Sing

May 21, 2016 at 6 p.m.

Join the historic Ariel-Dater Hall in welcoming the Tri-County Gospel Sing, presented by Pastor Rick Barcus of the Addison Free Will Baptist Church.

Featured guests include GLORYLAND BELIEVERS * COVERED BY LOVE * BRIAN & FAMILY CONNECTION * MIKE CADLE * NEW CREATION * RICKY & MARIE ALLEY * SINGING SHAFERS * LISA KEMP BROWNING * RICK & GINNY TOWE * BRENDA HENSLEY * THE NEAL FAMILY * NEW SALVATION * KAREN POLCYN * NEW CITY SINGERS * SCOTT FRASER * FISHERMEN’S NET SINGERS * RANDY PARSONS * THE NEAL FAMILY * NEW COVENANT * BRENDA MCDANIEL * MARTY SHORT * VICTORY RIVER QUARTET

This concert is free to the public. A love offering will be collected. Doors open at 5 pm and the concert starts at 6 pm.

2016 Oboes On The Ohio, A Double Reed Festival

November 5, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.

The future of Double Reed playing is now at Oboes on the Ohio, A Double Reed Festival at the historic Ariel Opera House in downtown Gallipolis, Ohio.  This unique event is designed to showcase the musical flavor of double reeds.

An exiting day of workshops, music readings and a masterclass will culminate in the evening The Ohio Valley Symphony concert featuring soloist Dwight Parry, oboe.

For more information and registration, please visit Oboes on the Ohio!

Oboes on the Ohio, Dwight Parry, Oboe

November 5, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.

Dwight Parry is just rounding out his first decade as the principal oboist of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Previously, he held the same position with the San Diego Symphony and was a fellow with the New World Symphony. He has performed as guest principal oboist with groups including the New York Philharmonic, the Chicago Symphony, the San Francisco Symphony, the Atlanta Symphony, the Los Angeles Opera, and the Deutsche Symphonie of Berlin. Originally from coastal Southern California, he found his passion for music studying piano, voice, and jazz saxophone. It was not until late in high school, however, that he began playing the oboe and truly found his calling.  He studied at the Cleveland Institute of Music with John Mack and at the University of Southern California with Allan Vogel and David Weiss, a gentleman who also taught him to surf.

The Christmas Show! 2016

December 3, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.

The Ohio Valley Symphony presents its most beloved holiday tradition, The Christmas Show! Order tickets early!

As part of the Ohio Valley Symphony’s mission to bring live, professional, orchestral music to the region and to instill a love of music — especially in children, the public is encouraged to attend OVS rehearsals for free at 7–10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, and 1–4 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Ariel. Open rehearsals are a great way to grow familiar with symphonic music, and they offer a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse at the preparation of an orchestral performance.

Single tickets to the Ohio Valley Symphony’s THE CHRISTMAS SHOW! cost $24, $22 (senior) and $12 (student). Tickets and more information are available at the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre box office, 428 Second Ave., Gallipolis; by phone, (740) 446-2787 (ARTS); and through the Ariel website www.arieltheatre.org.

Black History: Celebrating the life of Dr. Edward Bouchet

Sunday, February 21, 2016 at 2:00 p.m.

Join the historic Ariel Theatre in celebrating Black History Month and the life of Dr. Edward Bouchet (1852-1918).

Edward Alexander Bouchet was an African American physicist and educator. In 1874, he became one of the first African Americans to graduate from Yale College, and was the first African-American to earn a Ph.D. from any American university.  Dr. Bouchet was a principal and teacher at Lincoln High School in Gallipolis, Ohio from 1908 to 1913.

Music selections by The Ariel Children’s Chorus and Washington C.A.T.S. Choir with commentary by Elaine Armstrong.

Drew Hastings: Farmageddon

Friday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m.

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Join the Ariel Theatre in welcoming the most unlikely farmer and Mayor you’ve ever met, Drew Hastings.

As a Comedian, Drew Hastings has been a well-known standup for 20-plus years with television comedy specials, Tonight Show appearances, and a regular favorite on the National Bob & Tom Radio Show.

As a Farmer. A lifelong, loft living, city dweller, he left Los Angeles at age 50 to take up farming in rural Ohio
which he describes as “Farmageddon”.

As Mayor: he was just re-elected as Mayor of the small, rural City of Hillsboro, Ohio, where his politically incorrect candor would get most elected officials recalled, (they’ve tried twice) yet somehow he thrives.

Sponsored by WBYG 99.5FM, Big Country

Giving Thanks

Sunday, November 29, 2015
2:00 p.m.
Ariel Chamber Theatre

The Historic Ariel Theatre presents Giving Thanks a concert by The Ariel Children’s Chorus under the direction of Judith Cavendish.
Admission is free ~ donations accepted at the door.

The Christmas Show! 2015

Saturday, December 05, 2015 at 7:30 pm
The Christmas Show!
The Ohio Valley Symphony

The Ohio Valley Symphony presents its most beloved holiday tradition, The Christmas Show! Order tickets early!

As part of the Ohio Valley Symphony’s mission to bring live, professional, orchestral music to the region and to instill a love of music — especially in children, the public is encouraged to attend OVS rehearsals for free at 7–10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4, and 1–4 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Ariel. Open rehearsals are a great way to grow familiar with symphonic music, and they offer a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse at the preparation of an orchestral performance.

Single tickets to the Ohio Valley Symphony’s THE CHRISTMAS SHOW! cost $24, $22 (senior) and $12 (student). Tickets and more information are available at the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre box office, 428 Second Ave., Gallipolis; by phone, (740) 446-2787 (ARTS); and through the Ariel website www.arieltheatre.org.

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Ariel Merry Tubachristmas! 2015

Join the fun at the ARIEL’S MERRY TUBACHRISTMAS!
December 12, 2015
Concert starts at 2 pm!

MERRY TUBACHRISTMAS is celebrating its 42nd Anniversary (1974-2015). Created by Harvey Phillips, MERRY TUBACHRISTMAS 2015 will be presented in over 250 cities throughout the United States and in several foreign countries. TUBACHRISTMAS ensembles may attract participants aged 8 to over 90 years! The warm, rich organ-like sound of tuba-euphonium choir has won the ears and hearts of every audience!
Come and Listen 100% FREE!
TUBACHRISTMAS is 100% FREE for audience members who just want to come in to our hall and experience the event. It’s sure to be loads of fun, and will get you in the Christmas Spirit! Always the second Saturday in December at 2 pm.

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Join in the Fun and PLAY ALONG!

Bring your Tuba, Baritone, Euphonium, or other big brass buddy and join in the fun at the Ariel Theatre! Participants pay  as little as $10 to participate, and there are lots of souvenirs and books available! Register at the door, or save time and complete the form below to Pre-Register!

Registration begins at 10:30am ~ Rehearsal begins at 11:00am

 Complete the form here!

The Voices of Christmas

Saturday, December 19, 2015
7:00 p.m.

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Enjoy Christmas favorites and holiday standards featuring the Ariel Children’s Chorus, Dale Rawlins Singers, French Colony Chorus, Joyful Noise Quartet, and soloist Brian Griffin.

Tickets to this festive concert are $10.  Tickets and more information are available at the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre box office, 428 Second Ave., Gallipolis; by phone, (740) 446-2787 (ARTS).

26th Annual Brittany’s Prom Style Review

Sunday, January 17, 2016 at 2:00 pm
Brittany’s 26th Annual Prom Style Review

Join the historic Ariel Theatre in welcoming Brittany’s Fashions and students from area high schools to the main stage.  The audience is in for a treat!

All proceeds of this spectacular event benefit the continuing restoration of the historic Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre.  Brittany’s owner Kay Hardway is excited to again showcase teens from 8 area high schools modeling the new 2016 prom styles.

Get your tickets early!

Tricks and Treats! The Ohio Valley Symphony

Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 7:30 pm

Tricks and Treats!

The Ohio Valley Symphony

Some of the ghosts and goblins that will haunt the Ohio Valley on Halloween won’t go home right away. They’ll hide in the dark corners of the Ariel Theatre, waiting for one more night of fun with The Ohio Valley Symphony.

The orchestra’s members — including music director Ray Fowler on the podium — trade their tails and bow ties for whimsical or ghoulish costumes as they offer concert-goers a full plate of musical tricks and treats. This year’s musical mayhem begins at 7:30 p.m. October 31 at the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre in downtown Gallipolis.

It’s all part of the OVS philosophy of making orchestral music easy to love, according to the orchestra’s executive director, Lora Lynn Snow. “It gives the audience a chance to see all the people up there on stage performing live music and it gives us a chance to show off our individual personalities.”

As part of the Ohio Valley Symphony’s mission to bring live, professional, orchestral music to the region and to instill a love of music — especially in children, the public is encouraged to attend OVS rehearsals for free at 7–10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, and 1–4 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Ariel. Open rehearsals are a great way to grow familiar with symphonic music, and they offer a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse at the preparation of an orchestral performance.

Single tickets to the Ohio Valley Symphony’s TRICKS AND TREATS! cost $24, $22 (senior) and $12 (student). Tickets and more information are available at the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre box office, 428 Second Ave., Gallipolis; by phone, (740) 446-2787 (ARTS); and through the Ariel website www.arieltheatre.org.

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Oboes on the Ohio

Coming this Fall!