| The Performing Arts Series at Shepherd University invites you to join us for our 14th ANNIVERSARY celebration of Appalachian roots featuring literature, storytelling, dance, music, art, and free workshops in beautiful Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Here you will find traditional artists deeply rooted in the hills and valleys of Appalachia with words and music to stir the heart. |  |
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Join in on jam sessions, take part in a community sing or workshop, dine on fantastic food in one of Shepherdstown's many restaurants, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of West Virginia's oldest town. This is a weekend of events for the whole family! Except for the two evening concerts, all events are free and open to the public. |
Schedule of EventsFriday, Oct. 2:5:00 pm - The Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies -- "The Appalachians: Writers and Renegades, with George Brosi and Silas House" --learn about the role of writers and activists in Appalachia that have impacted the course of civil rights and social justice in the United States. Free 8:00 pm - Appalachian Festival Concert featuring your host John Lilly, blues artist Jeffrey Scott, old-time string band The Young Napoleons, writer Silas House. Tickets for sale at the Shepherd University Bookstore.
Saturday, Oct. 3:
2:00 pm - Songwriters on Songwriting - Shepherdstown War Memorial Building (Men's Club) on German Street - Jean Ritchie and John Lilly answer questions and lead a conversation about songwriting for songwriters (and those who just like songs!). Free. 3:30 pm - Square Dance - Shepherdstown War Memorial Building (Men's Club) on German Street - Learn how to do some of WV's simple traditional square dances and dance to some great music from a variety of fantastic old-time players. Free. 8:00 pm - Appalachian Festival Concert featuring John Lilly, legendary folk artist Jean Ritchie and stringband Juanita Fireball and the Continental Drifters. Tickets for sale at the Shepherd University Bookstore. |
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