One of the few good things to come out of COVID was the collaboration between the South Carolina Philharmonic and the Historic Columbia Foundation. Unable to perform indoors at the Koger Center, the Phil teamed up with Historic Columbia to present concerts outside in such beautiful settings as The Hampton Preston gardens and the Seibels House & Gardens. My friends and I attended the “inaugural” event and haven’t missed a concert since.
Thursday’s program features a string quartet, presenting a concert of light classics. Columbia Repertory Dance Company will also be performing.
You can arrive at 1601 Richland St. any time after 6:00 p.m. The concert starts at 7:00. We always bring folding chairs and/or blankets, a picnic basket chock full of goodies, and bubbles. (What’s a picnic without bubbles?). Wine is available at the event for $5/glass, and you can become a member of the Historic Columbia Foundation at a discounted rate.
Tickets are $20.00 and may be purchased online.
See you there!
- Libby Campbell