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Performing Arts Events
1213 Events (viewing events 1 through 25)
Wilmington -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 10:30 AM
UNCW Presents: Make Trouble Theatre: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Each year, Make Trouble Runs a 5-week summer intensive that combines training with performing, for both college students and recent college graduates. Make Trouble invites 12-14 students to join them for a summer repertory ensemble. This year's ensemble will be performing Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream. This is a... Read More
$5
Blowing Rock -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 10:30 AM ( Thu., Jan. 17, 2019 - Thu., Aug. 29, 2019 )
Blowing Rock Art and History Museum: Doodlebug Club
Preschool-age children and a parent/guardian are invited to Doodlebug Club -- a fun, educational art program focused on basic art skills.
Asheville -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 1:00 PM ( Sat., Jun. 8, 2019 - Sat., Aug. 31, 2019 )
Black Mountain College Museum + Art Center: Playing with Sound Kids Workshop with Vicky Browne
Astound your friends and family by making simple yet annoyingly affecting noise machines.
Ages 5-11 recommended
Cary -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 2:00 PM ( Sat., Jul. 13, 2019 - Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 )
The Cary Theater: Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy Blache
The Cary Theater. -- 919-462-2051 , http://www.thecarytheater.com
$6
Raleigh -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 6:00 PM
Elmer Gibson
Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse. , http://www.brasasteakhouse.org
Free
Wilmington -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 6:00 PM
Cameron Art Museum: Cam Cafe: Smoky Dunes
Flatpicking and fingerpicking your favorite tunes. Full dinner menu and 1/2 price bottles of wine Thursday.
Free
Apex -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 6:00 PM
Halle Cultural Arts Center: Dumbo
Spend a fun-filled evening viewing a film in our cozy theatre. We set up tables and ONLY 80 chairs for this special event. Enjoy a slice or two of pizza while watching the movie. Additionally, bottled water, fruit, and dessert is included while you sit back and enjoy the show.
TICKETS: $5/person OR $2/children 2 & under
$5 - $2
Charlotte -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 6:00 PM
JazzArts Charlotte, The Jazz Room: Muddy Waters
Performed by Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues
Mac Arnold and the Plate Full ‘o Blues plays Muddy Waters, bringing the foundation of blues, soul, and funk to this month’s JAZZ ROOM – one night only! Every month, the JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.
$16 in advance; $18 at the door. $60 cabaret table for two. Student and group discounts available.
$60 - $16
Boone -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 7:00 PM
An Appalachian Summer Festival: apas and Tesla: An Evening of Chamber Music
Presented by Appalachian State University’s Office of Arts & Cultural Programs, this annual celebration of the performing and visual arts is held every July in venues across the university campus, and features an eclectic, diverse mix of music, dance, theatre, visual arts and film programming. An Appalachian Summer... Read More
$65 - $5
Asheville -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 7:00 PM
Black Mountain College Museum + Art Center: Cage Shuffle
Performed by Paul Lazar
Cage Shuffle is a dance/theater solo performance by Paul Lazar featuring a series of one-minute stories by John Cage from his 1963 score Indeterminacy, while simultaneously performing a complex choreographic score by Annie-B Parson. Cage’s humor, intellect and iconoclasm find expression adding dance to... Read More
$15 - $10
Wilmington -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 7:00 PM ( Wed., Jul. 17, 2019 - Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 )
Alchemical Theatre Company's Make Trouble: Timon of Athens
Timon is renowned for his hospitality, but when called upon to pay his debts, he must confront hard truths about the authenticity of human motivations. This production is performed and directed by Make Trouble, an actor training intensive and repertory company in Shakespeare, ensemble, and devising for university actors and... Read More
$10, showing at the SRO Theater. ... Read More
$10
Garner -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 7:30 PM
Lorraine's Coffee House & Music: Lorraine's House Band: Cover Songs
Lorraine's Coffee House & Music. , http://www.lorrainescoffeehouse.com
Free
Salisbury -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 7:30 PM ( Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 - Sat., Jul. 27, 2019 )
Lee Street Theatre: Blithe Spirit
General tickets are $17.55 and student tickets are $10
Lee Street Theatre and Performing Arts Center, Tom and Martha Smith Event Center. -- (704) 310-5507 , http://www.leestreet.org$17.55 - $10
Flat Rock -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 7:30 PM ( Thu., Jul. 11, 2019 - Wed., Jul. 18, 2029 )
Flat Rock Playhouse: Separate Beds
This entertaining yet emotional story focuses on a decades-old marriage facing the unknown: an empty nest. Setting sail on a cruise to shake things up, two longtime spouses meet another couple who seems to have it all - romance, excitement, and spontaneity. But is the grass actually greener on the other side? Find out in this... Read More
$
Greensboro -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 8:00 PM
Eastern Music Festival: Guilford Symphony Orchestra
Performed by Guilford Symphony Orchestra; José-Luis Novo, conductor, Marika Bournaki, piano
FRANCK • Psyché et Eros
SCHUMANN • Piano Concerto in A minor, op.54
RESPIGHI • Feste Romane
$30 - $25
Raleigh -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 8:00 PM ( Wed., Jul. 10, 2019 - Sun., Jul. 21, 2019 )
Theatre Raleigh: I Am My Own Wife
Based on a true story, and inspired by interviews conducted by the playwright over several years, I am My Own Wife tells the fascinating tale of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a real-life German transvestite who managed to survive both the Nazi onslaught and the repressive East German Communist regime.
Recommended for ages 16+
$
Durham -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 8:00 PM ( Tue., Jul. 16, 2019 - Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 )
American Dance Festival (ADF): A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham
Reynolds Industries Theater. , http://www.americandancefestival.org
$43 - $27
Davidson -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 8:00 PM ( Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 - Sun., Jul. 28, 2019 )
Davidson Community Players: A Comedy of Tenors
One hotel suite, four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends, and a soccer stadium filled with screaming fans. What could possibly go wrong? It’s 1930s Paris and the stage is set for the concert of the century – as long as producer Henry Saunders can keep Italian superstar Tito Merelli and his hot-blooded wife, Maria,... Read More
By Ken Ludwig
Produced with special arrangement through Samuel French, INC
Recommended for ages 12 and up.
$29 - $15
Charlotte -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 8:15 PM
JazzArts Charlotte, The Jazz Room: Muddy Waters
Performed by Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues
Mac Arnold and the Plate Full ‘o Blues plays Muddy Waters, bringing the foundation of blues, soul, and funk to this month’s JAZZ ROOM – one night only! Every month, the JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.
$16 in advance; $18 at the door. $60 cabaret table for two. Student and group discounts available.
$60 - $16
Raleigh -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 8:30 PM
Raleigh Little Theatre: Bohemian Rhapsody
Movies in the Garden is a family-friendly event, showing movies that are rated G, PG and PG-13. Concessions (including cold adult beverages provided by Raleigh Brewing) will be available for purchase. Food trucks will be at each show. Please, no outside alcohol, as this is a city park, but feel free to bring... Read More
Free, no ticket required.
Free
Raleigh -- Thu., Jul. 18, 2019 at 10:30 PM
Al Williams Band
The Point at Glenwood. , http://www.thepointatglenwood.com
$
Concord -- Fri., Jul. 19, 2019 ( Wed., May. 22, 2019 - Fri., Jul. 26, 2019 )
Cabarrus Arts Council: On Paper
Come see On Paper: a celebration of paper – prints, books and sculptures. Admission is free. Gallery Hours: M-F, 9-5. ... Read More
Art Walk & Artist Reception
Friday, May 31, 6-9 pm, FREE
Sponsored by WastePro
Meet featured artists from our current exhibition, and then explore the booths of art vendors set up on the front lawn.
Free
Charlotte -- Fri., Jul. 19, 2019 at 11:00 AM
The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture: Fine Art Fridays: Mixed Media
Printmaking. Textiles. Watercolors. Mixed Media. Explore Black Contemporary Art world from America and beyond in these family-friendly daytime workshops in July. Fridays @ 11:00 AM (ages 6-18) and 2:00 PM (all ages)
Cost: General admission: $5; Groups of 10+: $3; Free for members
$5 nonmembers, $3 members
Asheville -- Fri., Jul. 19, 2019 at 1:00 PM ( Sat., Jun. 8, 2019 - Sat., Aug. 31, 2019 )
Black Mountain College Museum + Art Center: Playing with Sound Kids Workshop with Vicky Browne
Astound your friends and family by making simple yet annoyingly affecting noise machines.
Ages 5-11 recommended
Charlotte -- Fri., Jul. 19, 2019 at 2:00 PM
The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture: Fine Art Fridays: Mixed Media
Printmaking. Textiles. Watercolors. Mixed Media. Explore Black Contemporary Art world from America and beyond in these family-friendly daytime workshops in July. Fridays @ 11:00 AM (ages 6-18) and 2:00 PM (all ages)
Cost: General admission: $5; Groups of 10+: $3; Free for members
$5 nonmembers, $3 members
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