Connie Robinette

Hosts Bill Terrell and Patricia Bennett meet on the fourth floor of the SC State Museum at the site of a Philip Simmons gate which is part of the museum’s permanent collection to talk about the life of the renowned artist. They meet up with him later in Charleston to view...

Spoleto 81 On Your Toes offers a gift from the past for lovers of dance! The program showcases a trio of beautifully staged and performed dances that appeared on the Charleston stage in 1981. Spoleto host, Bob Edwards observed that ballet was first brought to Charleston 246...

This simple, but delicious dish of peas, pork and rice has graced holiday tables since the 1800s. Although it’s believed to bring luck and peace in the upcoming year to anyone who eats it, Hoppin’ John’s history is anything but peaceful. Hoppin John originated in the Low...

Produced by Arletta Raley and Directed by Algric Leo Chaplin, The Singing Christmas Tree is a timeless, festive presentation of song and dance to celebrate the Christmas holidays. Christian hymns and secular Christmas carols are presented by the ensemble staged as a towering...

Directed by Jim Eddins in 1996, The Nutcracker with the Moscow State Ballet is a beautiful production of a holiday classic with gorgeous costuming, set design and performances. Behind the scenes photography adds to the charm of the programming and creative camera shots of...

The Christmas Special consists of two musical features. The Drum is a pageant with words and music by Katherine K. Davis, with a story line marking the journey of all who sought to honor the new born king found lying in a manger. Produced by Arletta Raley and directed by F...