Upcoming Events
Adult Clay Handbuilding with Thomas Kilian
12:00 AM
Want to experience clay in a different way other than on a potter’s wheel? This is the class for you. From slab and coiling work to pitch-potting and surface decoration, this class offers an intimate way to express yourself artistically and ...
Adult Beginner & Intermediate Wheel Throwing
12:00 AM
Beginners: Explore the art and basics of the clay craft that humanity has endeavored in for centuries. In this class, you will experience throwing on the potter’s wheel and learn to make useful pots that you can show to friends and family. ...
Adult Clay Handbuilding with Thomas Kilian
12:00 AM
Want to experience clay in a different way other than on a potter’s wheel? This is the class for you. From slab and coiling work to pitch-potting and surface decoration, this class offers an intimate way to express yourself artistically and ...
Adult Beginner & Intermediate Wheel Throwing
12:00 AM
Beginners: Explore the art and basics of the clay craft that humanity has endeavored in for centuries. In this class, you will experience throwing on the potter’s wheel and learn to make useful pots that you can show to friends and family. ...
Junior Spin Masters
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Get ready to get muddy! In this hands-on introduction to the pottery wheel, young artists will transform a ball of clay into functional treasures.
Bower Book Club: The Artist's Way
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Exploring Ourselves, Our Connection and Our Creativity: A weekly gathering to discuss and question our way through Julia Cameron's international bestseller "The Artist's Way: Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity."
Color and Composition
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join the adventure with watercolor! Students will practice mixing colors to enhance their paintings. While working from still life, students will also learn about composition basics in two-dimensional art.
Adult Clay Handbuilding with Thomas Kilian
12:00 AM
Want to experience clay in a different way other than on a potter’s wheel? This is the class for you. From slab and coiling work to pitch-potting and surface decoration, this class offers an intimate way to express yourself artistically and ...
Adult Beginner & Intermediate Wheel Throwing
12:00 AM
Beginners: Explore the art and basics of the clay craft that humanity has endeavored in for centuries. In this class, you will experience throwing on the potter’s wheel and learn to make useful pots that you can show to friends and family. ...
Acting Technique: Monologues
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Step into the spotlight in this seven-session course designed to help you master the art of the monologue! You’ll choose and perform both a comedic and dramatic piece while learning techniques to connect deeply with your character and captivate an ...
Braaten Gallery Private Rental
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
The Braaten Gallery will not be open at this time due to a private rental.
Acting Technique: Monologues
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Step into the spotlight in this seven-session course designed to help you master the art of the monologue! You’ll choose and perform both a comedic and dramatic piece while learning techniques to connect deeply with your character and captivate an ...
Precious Metal Clay Press Leaf Pendant or Ring
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Discover the magic of metal clay in this hands-on beginner workshop! You'll start with a simple lump of metal clay and transform it into a beautiful, custom pressed leaf pendant.
Acting Technique: Monologues
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
Step into the spotlight in this seven-session course designed to help you master the art of the monologue! You’ll choose and perform both a comedic and dramatic piece while learning techniques to connect deeply with your character and captivate an ...
Lovers and Other Strangers: A Spring Cabaret with Wynn Creasy & C.W. Markham III
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a Spring Cabaret with Bedford natives, Wynn Creasy & C.W. Markham III.
CAB Kids! Hello Summer! Creative Kickoff
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
A FREE afternoon of family fun in the performing arts, including circus skills and juggling,
Akeyla Simone Trio
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Akeylah Simone delivers a stunning performance by fusing genres from Rock, R&B, Pop & Jazz in an eclectic set of original music.
Virginia Hollow
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a blend of Americana, Country and Folk, with a hint of Bluegrass and Rock.
CAB Kids! Ty-Rone Travis: Puppeteer
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
A FREE afternoon of family fun with puppeteer Ty-Rone Travis.
Fritz Schindler Band
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
What is "Contagious Folk 'N' Roll?! Join the Fritz Schindler Band and find out more...
CAB Kids! Opera on the James Presents Cinderella
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
A FREE afternoon of family fun in the performing arts, including circus skills and juggling,
Big Band of the Blue Ridge
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Big Band of the Blue Ridge is a sixteen-piece big band based in Bedford, Virginia, dedicated to the performance of classic and contemporary big band jazz.
Art of Pairing: Bower at the Bayou
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Save the Date! Bower Center’s biggest night of the year is back and this time, we’re bringing the Bayou to Bedford!
New Standard Bluegrass
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a variety of styles & influences from traditional artists to contemporary bluegrass and gospel artists.
Mistletoe Maker's Market
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Save the Date! Celebrate Small Business Saturday and shop local handmade goods at Bower Center for the Arts!
CAB Kids: Jingle Bell Jamboree
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free family-friendly holiday art activities after the Christmas Parade at Bower Center!
John Hardy: A Christmas Carol
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Returning to the Bower Stage! The Charles Dickens classic is performed by one actor, John Hardy, playing over forty roles.
Big Band of the Blue Ridge: Jazz Christmas Concert
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Big Band of the Blue Ridge is a sixteen-piece big band based in Bedford, Virginia, dedicated to the performance of classic and contemporary big band jazz.