Do you have spring fever? Looking for some exciting experiences? There is a new Spring Festival of the Arts in Charlotte. “Ulysses” is a month-long, innovative addition to the rich artistic fabric of the Carolinas landscape. It will debut Saturday, Feb. 25 with a free family friendly Community Day at Levine Museum of the New South (a [...]
Opera and family are not two ideas that usually go together. But, to think of it another way, children who experience live performances — of opera or other classical music — are often more inclined to participate, enjoy and support the arts as adults. Now take the children’s classic story Pinocchio (adapted by John Davies) [...]
On Wednesday, Feb. 15, Architect Craig Dykers — of the world renowned firm Snøhetta — will present a lecture on his firm’s work at the UNC Charlotte Center City Building. This lecture is co-sponsored by AIA Charlotte, The Mint Museum (a Knight arts grantee) and the UNC Charlotte School of Architecture. A reception will begin [...]
It’s not about black. And, it’s not about white or other. Johnson C. Smith University is about urban diversity, coming together for a better future of growth and success for its students and the surrounding communities. At the forefront of this change is its new arts curriculum and the “Arts Factory.” Johnson C. Smith University [...]
With the recent spring-like weather, it’s hard not to think about getting out. February is chock full of various arts offerings, including a lot of musical performances inspired by this romantic month. Of course, the best place to start looking for what’s happening is our own Charlotte Culture Guide (sponsored by the Arts & Science [...]
It doesn’t matter whether you are a seasoned dancer or new to salsa, there is something for everyone at the “4th Annual Charlotte Salsa Invitational.” The party starts the evening of Friday, Feb. 3 leading into two full days of salsa workshops and professional performances on Saturday, Feb. 4 and Sunday, Feb. 5. Salsa On1, [...]
Yesterday celebrated a milestone in the fight to end homelessness in Charlotte. Moore Place is a brand new community of one-bedroom efficiency apartments with on-site special services for individuals with a history of chronic homelessness. Jan. 29 was its grand opening and community open house. Moore Place will utilize a number of integrated components, including [...]
The Arts & Science Council (a Knight Arts grantee) is transforming our city through its creative and innovative programming. Some Charlotteans may not realize the magnitude of what this organization is doing in their own backyard. Or, they know them by name but not really what they do. As we head into the National spotlight, [...]
On Q Productions’ “Season 3: The Sound of Music” gets better with every show. “The Amen Corner” is a poignant and unforgettable story about human nature, suffering and our relationship with God — or one could say religion. Watching the performance, you realize it is set in another time, but incredibly James Baldwin’s three-act play [...]
This past weekend, people all over the country celebrated the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture (a Knight arts grantee) also offered several days of activities to commemorate this significant American leader. Monday’s day-long free admission with performances, presentations and discussions throughout [...]
