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3 years ago

I come here every year. There is something'sfor ev...

I come here every year. There is something'sfor everyone. This year I had a difficult time with the schedule of events and even went to the Spoleto headquarters to find the venue for a singer who was listed in the schedule. I was told that he was performing in a different Charleston. I showed the staffer he was listed as performing in Spoleto at 2pm.He and I were at a loss. That was frustrating and also annoying.

B
4 years ago

Traveled to Spoleto from out of town per my annual...

Traveled to Spoleto from out of town per my annual trip with hundreds of dollars in tickets to premium shows. Purchased premium seats for 8PM on Sat night around other shows and activities to only discover they mailed me tickets to 3:30. All went down hill from there. This was clearly a system error and Spoleto's ticket system is far from streamlined but even so I made certain I bought what I bought. In the end what I got was Southern Hostility and NOT hospitality. They held the party line of "its your fault" and did not offer a refund, discount of inconenience or comp. Nada. Nothing. Negative nice. We were offered to swap for unknown seats, no promise they'd be together, etc. Our recommend is to take a screenshot of what you buy before wasting your vacation time so precious to most of us generally as our weekend was ruined.

L
4 years ago

Spoleto is always one of Charleston's best events ...

Spoleto is always one of Charleston's best events of the year and 2019 was no exception. We always enjoy Piccolo Spoleto's free concert behind the Custom's House and the various music performances around town. We especially enjoyed watching Charlton Singleton play this year. He's amazing!

About Spoleto Festival USA

Spoleto Festival USA: A Celebration of Art and Culture

Spoleto Festival USA is an annual event that takes place in Charleston, South Carolina. For 17 days and nights each spring, the festival fills the city's historic theaters, churches, and outdoor spaces with over 120 performances by renowned artists as well as emerging performers in disciplines ranging from opera, theater, music theater, dance, and chamber, symphonic, choral, and jazz music. The festival also features visual arts exhibitions.

The festival was founded in 1977 by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Gian Carlo Menotti. He envisioned a festival that would bring together artists from different disciplines to create a unique cultural experience for audiences. Today Spoleto Festival USA is recognized as one of America's leading performing arts festivals.

One of the things that sets Spoleto Festival USA apart from other festivals is its commitment to presenting new works alongside established classics. Each year the festival commissions new works from composers and choreographers who are pushing the boundaries of their art forms.

In addition to presenting world-class performances by established artists such as Yo-Yo Ma and Renée Fleming, Spoleto Festival USA also provides a platform for emerging talent. The festival's Young Artists Series showcases young musicians who are on the cusp of professional careers.

Another unique aspect of Spoleto Festival USA is its location in Charleston. The city's rich history provides a backdrop for many of the performances. For example, some productions take place in historic buildings such as St. Philip's Church or Dock Street Theatre which dates back to 1736.

The festival also takes advantage of Charleston's beautiful outdoor spaces such as Marion Square where free concerts are held throughout the day during weekends.

Spoleto Festival USA has received numerous accolades over its four-decade history including being named one of "America's Best Music Festivals" by Travel + Leisure magazine.

If you're planning on attending Spoleto Festival USA there are several ticket options available including single tickets or packages that allow you to see multiple shows at discounted prices.

In conclusion, if you're looking for an unforgettable cultural experience then look no further than Spoleto Festival USA! With its diverse range of performances across multiple disciplines set against the backdrop of historic Charleston it truly offers something for everyone!

Spoleto Festival USA

Spoleto Festival USA

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