April 18, 2024

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🎟️ Grab your popcorn, it’s showtime

Visit the Sottile Theatre downtown. | Photo by @themikeledford, @collegeofcharleston

We’re putting Charleston’s lively performing arts scene in the spotlight. Ladies and gentlemen, without further ado, here are 10 theaters and performance venues around town, plus a few shows you may want to add to your calendar.

Charleston Gaillard Center | 95 Calhoun St. | The center was named after a previous mayor of Charleston. It has year-round music, dance, comedy, theater, and family programs. Upcoming shows:

“Dvořák’s Seventh Symphony” | Friday, April 19-Saturday, April 20
“Live from Laurel Canyon” | Sunday, April 21

Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre | 164 Church St. | This spot is Charleston’s only live comedy mystery theater. Pro tip: You can volunteer to play a character. Shows include:

“Inspector NoClue’s Murder Mystery Show” | Shows recur several times a week, days vary
“Mack Black: Ghost Detective” | Shows recur several times a week, days vary

Screenshot 2023-02-13 at 4.08.26 PM.png — Catch a show at the historic Dock Street Theatre.
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Photo by @james_simpson_photography

Dock Street Theatre | 135 Church St. | Known as America’s first theater, Dock Street is a non-profit and member of the Theatre Communication Group. Here’s a peek at the 2024-25 season:

“Beautiful” | Now-Sunday, April 28
“A Year with Frog and Toad” | Saturday, July 20-Sunday, July 21 + Saturday, July 27-Sunday, July 28

Theatre 99 | 280 Meeting St. | This improv comedy hub offers shows based on audience suggestions. Prepare to laugh at one of these shows:

Stand-up Comedy Rodeo | Tuesday, April 23
Improv Comedy Shows | Every Wednesday-Saturday

34 West | 200 Meeting St., Ste.100 | Shows are written by 34 West’s own actors and designers. Here’s a glance at some upcoming shows:

“The Golden Girls Live” | Friday, May 3-Saturday, June 1
“Hooked on a Feeling” | Friday, June 14-Saturday, July 20

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Events

Thursday, April 18

Bounce & Brew | Thursday, April 18 | 5:30 p.m. | Westbrook Brewing, 510 Ridge Rd., Mount Pleasant | $28 | Join the 35-minute trampoline class with Fly High Bungee Fitness trainer Berna, then relax with a tasty brew.

Friday, April 19

Candle Making Class | Friday, April 19 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Mercantile & Mash, 701 E. Bay St., Charleston | $60 | In this class, you’ll get a vintage vessel to pour your soy wax candle.
Monster Jam | Friday, April 19-Sunday, April 21 | Times vary | North Charleston Coliseum, 5001 Coliseum Dr., North Charleston | $20+ | Get ready to watch trucks jump, fly, and flip through the Lowcountry.

Saturday, April 20

Dolphin Count | Saturday, April 20 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Children’s Park Daniel Island, 101 River Landing Dr., Charleston | Free | This event aims to help folks learn about our dolphin population, collect data on their behavior, and support conservation.

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A financial advisor could help you best determine if you’re on track to meet your long-term financial goals. This expert could help you establish a plan that factors your assets and taxes into your overall retirement and estate-planning goals.

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News Notes

Sports

Do you have plans for May of 2031? The 113th PGA Championship will return to the Ocean Course on Kiawah Island. The course has hosted the event twice before, recently in 2021. When the course hosted the championship in 2012, the economic impact was ~$200 million to the Charleston area. (WCBD)

Development

Charleston County is working to refresh a busy West Ashley intersection. An old building was demolished at the corner of Wappoo Road and Savannah Highway, and there are now plans for a park and new businesses. There are also plans to update the intersection with more lanes and new sidewalks. (WCIV)

Number

$6 million. That’s the price tag on a new 6,800-sqft James Island fire station. The project includes the demolition of the existing station. The station is expected to be completed in the fall of 2025. (SC Biz News)

Traffic

Safety for students. Leaders from Charleston County School District and the Town of Mount Pleasant are collaborating to make a crosswalk at Lucy Beckham safer. A busy crosswalk on Whipple Road connects the school to its baseball field. Leaders believe the area would benefit from additional lighting. (WCIV)

Cause

Warrior Surf Foundation’s (WSF) eighth annual golf tournament will take place Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, at Wild Dunes Resort’s Harbor Course. Proceeds support WSF’s Surf Therapy Program, which aims to help Veterans struggling with PTSD and other mental health challenges. You can also join the cocktail dinner, donate, or check out the sponsor options.

Plan Ahead

Mark your calendar, because the Charleston Beach Olympics return Saturday, June 8. Prepare for a day of friendly competitions like sack races and relays. The annual event held on Sullivan’s Island supports Pattison’s Academy’s summer campers. Pattison’s Academy provides programs and support to children and young adults with disabilities. (Holy City Sinner)

Ranked

What does a Charleston developer have in common with Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos? They all landed on Forbes’ 2024 “Richest People in the World” list. Bob Faith, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Greystar, landed at No. 511 on that list. Fun fact: Faith served as SC’s Secretary of Commerce from 2002 to 2006. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Eat

Breakfast is the “most important meal of the day,” right? If you’re looking to spice up your mornings, try these peanut butter overnight oats or this smoothie bowl recipe — your body and your taste buds will thank you.*

Opening

⛳ Now, this is our cup of tee

This golf facility will open in the heart of Old Mount Pleasant. | Photo by The Bays

Fore-get about planning your tee times around the weather or even daylight. A new luxury, 24-hour indoor golf facility is coming to Mount Pleasant this summer.

The Bays, on Coleman Boulevard, will mix modern technology with a beloved sport with roots in SC. The Bays will provide guests with virtual access to top PGA courses. It aims to provide a clubhouse-like experience with technology the pros use, a member lounge, and a wet bar.

The space is designed to give individuals, groups, and business gatherings a championship experience.

Individuals | The space is thoughtfully designed to allow for a private experience for training or solo play.
Groups + business gatherings | Each bay can host up to four players and can engage in cross-bay play. League and tournament opportunities will be shared with members. There is a soundproof phone booth for private and work phone calls.

Stay up-to-date with The Bays opening on Instagram.

The Buy

Four neutral throw pillow covers, all for $24.99. We love: The price point + how you can choose which neutral tones best suit your living space — gold-neutral, cream-neutral, or navy-neutral.

Answered

CHS Airport Trivia

Where is SC’s largest and busiest airport located? Charleston

The runways at CHS are owned by the US Air Force and Joint Base Charleston. True

Charleston is also home to the Boeing facility that assembles the 787 Dreamliner. True

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The Wrap

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From the editor

The SC Aquarium has received Hashbrown, its first sea turtle patient of the year. Covered in mud and algae, the aquarium staff says Hashbrown has been sick for a while but with some TLC, the turtle should make a full recovery. Follow Hashbrown’s journey on the road to recovery.

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