SPARTANBURG, S.C. – The Wofford Theatre production of “The Amateurs,” concerts and guest lectures highlight November and December at Wofford College.
All events listed are open to the public and are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Check the online calendar at the calendar.wofford.edu for frequent updates. For athletics events, visit athletics.wofford.edu.
Friday, Nov. 1
All Saints Tolling of the Bells
12:30 p.m., front of Main Building
Wofford College continues its tradition of tolling the college bell and reading the names of alumni who died during the past year. The Rev. Dr. Ron Robinson ‘78, Perkins-Prothro Chaplain and Professor of Religion, will lead a brief time of remembrance.
Thursday, Nov. 7
Curator’s talk by Sarah Tignor: “The League of Extraordinary Artists: The Art Students League of New York and Its Impact on Southern Art”
6 p.m., Richardson Family Art Museum (lower level)
Sarah Tignor, the director of the Johnson Collection, will give a talk about the current exhibition, “The League of Extraordinary Artists: The Art Students League of New York and Its Impact on Southern Art,” at the Richardson Family Art Museum. She focuses on 20th-century artists from the South and women artists from the mid-1900s. There will be light snacks after the talk.
Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 7-9 and Wednesday-Saturday, Nov. 13-16
“The Amateurs,” a play presented by Wofford Theatre
7 p.m., Sallenger Sisters Black Box Theatre
Wofford Theatre presents “The Amateurs,” a dark comedy by Jordan Harrison and directed by Abby Dillard, assistant professor of theatre. Performances run Nov. 7-9 and 13-16. This wildly inventive and funny new work examines the evolution of human creativity in a dark age: When does a crisis destroy us, and when does it open new frontiers? Admission is $12 for the public, $10 for Wofford employees and $5 for students. Seating is limited. The box office opens an hour prior to showtime. Visit Wofford.edu/boxoffice to purchase tickets.
Wednesday, Nov. 13
Dr. Vernon Burton, “Justice Deferred: Race and the Supreme Court”
6 p.m., Olin Teaching Theater (Olin 101)
Dr. Vernon Burton, Clemson University's inaugural Judge Matthew J. Perry Distinguished Chair of History and Professor of Pan-African Studies, Sociology and Anthropology, and Computer Science, will discuss his latest book, “Justice Deferred: Race and the Supreme Court.” It is the first book that comprehensively charts the Supreme Court’s race jurisprudence, detailing the development of legal and constitutional doctrine. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signature.
Thursday, Nov. 14
A Day for Wofford collective giving event
Join alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and friends by making a gift to a specific area of the college to show your support on A Day for Wofford, a 24-hour giving event to celebrate the combined impact of Terrier generosity.
Thursday, Nov. 21
James Rosen, to speak as part of the Hipp Lecture Series on National Security and Foreign Policy
6 p.m., Papadopoulos Room, Papadopoulos Building
James Samuel Rosen is an American journalist, television correspondent and author, who has worked in Washington, D.C., as a correspondent for the Fox News channel. He will speak as part of the Hipp Center for National Security and Foreign Policy. A reception will follow.
Monday, Dec. 2
Candlelight Carols and the Lighting of the Menorah
6:30 p.m., Leonard Auditorium, Main Building
Candlelight Carols and the lighting of the menorah is a festive tradition on campus to kick off the holiday season. All student choirs will perform.
Thursday, Dec. 5
Fall Instrumental Music Concert
7 p.m., Leonard Auditorium, Main Building
This fall instrumental concert features the Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble and String Ensemble.