Classical Music
Carnatic Violin Duet by Mrs. Bombay V. Ranjani and Mrs. Bombay V. Gayathri. Presented by the Classical Music Association of Charlotte. Sun., April 28, 4-7 p.m. $15 adults, $12 seniors. The Hindu Center Auditorium. 704-814-9355.
East Carolina University Chamber Singers presenting sacred and secular acapella music of Bruckner, Barber, Moses Hogan, Rachmaninov, Lauridsen and other composers. Fri., April 26, 8 p.m. Providence United Methodist Church, 2810 Providence Rd. 704-366-7442.
Guitar Ensemble Concert The concert will feature the works of Mozart, Bach, Duarte and others. The concert will be presented in the Bryant Building, Main Campus in room 113. Fri., April 26, 7 p.m. Admission is free. CPCC, P.O. Box 35009. 704-344-0684.
International House Crossroads Arts Series An evening of Spanish Classical and Flamenco Guitar featuring Sam Havens on guitar accompanied by his daughter, Hollis, dancing to selected numbers. Fri., April 26, 7 p.m. $10. International House, 322 Hawthorne Lane. 704-333-8099.
Leonid Grin and Jinny Leem with the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra the evening’s repertoire will cover works by Rautavaara, Prokofiev, and Tchaikovsky. April 26, 8 p.m.; April 27, 8 p.m. $12-$55. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-2000.
Orchestral Favorites performed by the Charlotte Civic Orchestra. Highlighted are works by Mozart, Gershwin, Holst and Brahms. Sun., April 28, 3 p.m. $8 adults, $6 students/seniors. First United Methodist Church. 704-344-0098.
Peace by Piece internationally known Charlotte Children’s Choir with Daryle Ryce. The performance will feature songs of peace, love, hope and joy and will also display the scenic design talents of students and and staff from the Northwest School of the Arts. Fri., April 26, 8 p.m. $20-$25. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band of New Orleans New Orleans Jazz comes to the Belk Theater to transform the night into an era when Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton ruled New Orleans. Sun., April 28, 7:30 p.m. $18-$35. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.
Sunday Concerts on the Green featuring Davidson College Jazz Ensemble and vocal groups. Sun., April 28, 6-8 p.m. Free and open to all. Davidson Town Green.
UNC-Charlotte Flute Choir featuring works by Mozart, Smetanta, Richard Rodger and other challenging works. Mon., April 29, 8 p.m. Free and open to the public. UNC-Charlotte. 704-687-2899.
Comedy
Comedy Zone Orny Adams and Nick Arandes. Adams is a writer for Jay Leno and the Tonight Show plus Funny Commercials. His comedy is clean, sophisticated and sarcastic. Co-headlining is Nick Arandes, a regular on Miami Vice, his stand up earned him a well received performance on the Spanish Star Search. More information, showtimes or ticket prices? www.thecomedyzone.net. April 24; April 25; April 26; April 27. 516 N. College St. 704-348-4242.
The Perch Theatre Perch Comedy. Cheerfully offending Charlotte since 1994. Located at 1500 Central Ave., 2nd floor. Showtimes are 9pm and 11pm on Friday and Saturday nights. There is also a late show on Saturdays at 1am. Performances are rated R for verbal content. www.theperch.com. Upcoming: Show 259-“Uppity Show” thru April 27, Show 260-“Twice One Thirty” May 3-11. Fri., Sat. $10/$8 for students with I.D. Extreme Improv. Completely improvised shows every Saturday at 7pm. Similar to “Who’s Line Is It Anyway?”. Call 866-Improv1 or see website at www.extremeimprov.com. Improv classes ongoing. Saturdays, 7 p.m. $8. 1500 B. Central Ave.
UNC-Charlotte Margaret Cho. will appear at UNC-Charlotte’s McKnight Hall. Show is one night only to benefit Time Out Youth. Sat., April 27, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35. 704-344-8335.
Dance
* Dance Break featuring a variety of contemporary works in a casual atmosphere in diversion to the usual lunch break. April 24, 12:15 p.m. Free. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-0101.
La Bayadere with original Russian choreography from 1850. A story of passion and betrayal set in India with lavish sets and costumes. April 25, 7 p.m.; April 26, 7 p.m. $3. Northwest School of the Arts. 704-334-5106.
Museums
Asheville Art Museum John Cage Visual Art: To Sober and Quiet the Mind. A facinating exhibition composed of 75 works borrowed from public and private collections and includes a portfolio of handmade paper created by Cage. Tue.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & 1-5 p.m. Continues through June 30. $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, students with ID and children 4-15, children 3 and younger admitted free. 2 So. Pack Square at Park Place, P.O. Box 1717, Asheville. 828-253-3227.
Charlotte Museum of History/Hezekiah Alexander Homesite & American Freedom Bell Community of Faiths: The Spiritual and Religious Heritage of the Carolinas Piedmont. exhibit explores the impact of religion, faith-based institutions, and spiritual traditions on the region from early Native American villages to the present; includes gallery depicting the life, career and worldwide influence of Charlotte native son, Billy Graham. Tue.-Sun. Raising The Roof: Barns of Our State. A photographic collaboration between the museum and Our State: North Carolina Magazine exploring a vanishing icon of the rural and agricultural South – the old wooden barn. Tue.-Sun. 3500 Shamrock Dr., Between Eastway and Sharon Amity. 704-568-1774.
Charlotte Nature Museum 1658 Sterling Rd. 704-337-2660.
Charlotte Trolley Museum 2104 South Blvd. 704-375-0850.
Iredell Museum of Arts and Heritage 1335 Museum Rd., Iredell. 704-873-4734.
Levine Museum of the New South * Carolina Victorian – Rediscovering the New South’s First Architecture. Celebrating the richness of this era which extended from the exterior to the interior, Carolina Victorian treats visitors to photographs of NC Victorian Landmarks, furnished Victorian rooms, scenes of Charlotte from 1905 versus today, and a dollhouse that replicates the tiniest details of a Victorian home. Mon.-Sun. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.
Mint Museum of Art * Art Glass: The Collection of Marjorie and Robert McDorman. Brilliant and elegant examples of art glass from the guilded age. Ranges from small vases and plates to much larger urns and lamps. Included are works from all of the major glassmakers of the period: Galle, Daum, Loetz, Tiffany, Carder, Steuben, Durand and Quezal among others. Mon.-Sun. Continues through June 16. Pierre Joseph Redoute: A Man Passionate About Flowers. a presentation of 24 nineteenth century botanical hand-colored engravings from Redoute’s most renowned works, Les Lilacees and Les Roses, from public and private collections. Mon.-Sun. Continues through July 28. Pierre-Joseph Redoute: A Man Passionate About Flowers. in honor of botanist Andre Michaux. Mon.-Sun. Continues through July 14. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000 or 704-333-MINT.
Mint Museum of Craft & Design Quilts from the Carolinas. featuring the extraordinary work of contemporary quilt artists in North and South Carolina. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Sept 8. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.
Spoken Word
23 Studio/Pat’s Tavern Open Mic Spoken Word Poetry Night. a chance for all local poets, drummers and entertainers to come showcase their talent. After each poetry session you can stay and listen to DJ Live and an up and coming musical act to follow. There will also be local incense, oil, art and jewelry vendors at the event. Thursdays. $5 before 10:30pm, $10 thereafter. 3209 N. Davidson St. 704-370-6107.
Crystal on the Plaza Reggae Club Wisdom Wednesdays. at Crystal on the Plaza Reggae Club, 3018 The Plaza Rd. Open Mic, Spoken Word, Poetry and other conscious thoughts and expressions. Word, Sound & Power…Roots, Culture & Knowledge. Hosted by Aquiyla and Nina, MC by Filmore, Musical Innervissions by DJ DR and DJ Justice. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. 3018 The Plaza. 704-376-3799.
Theater: Openings
Harlem Building upon the words of Walter Dean Myers’ award winning poem, come join a storyteller, a vocalist and a jazz quartet as they explore, through young eyes, the Harlem Renaissance. Take a vibrant journey through the streets of Harlem where life, language, history, rhythm and music merge into an exciting blend of poetry, jazz and art. Wed., April 24, 7 p.m. $8. Saluda Trail Middle School Auditorium, 2300 Saluda Rd., Rock Hill. 803-328-2787.
Theater: Ongoing
* The Crane Wife written by Barbara Carslile and based on an ancient legend from the Far East. The story tells of a man who removes an arrow from a stricken crane who comes to live as his wife in secret gratitude until the man succombs to greed and suspicion and loses his most precious gift. April 26, 7:30 p.m.; April 27, 1 p.m.; April 28, 2 p.m. $9 for center seats, $6 for side seats. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte.
Mr. Hobbs’ Vacation a comedy by F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by Edward Streeter. April 25, 8 p.m.; April 26, 8 p.m.; April 27, 8 p.m. $12 adults, $8 children 12 and under. Old Courthouse Theatre, Inc., P.O. Box 1187, Concord. 704-788-2405.
The Pitchfork Disney the story of two 28-year old twins struggling to remain children and keep the memory of their parents alive. April 24, 8 p.m.; April 25, 8 p.m.; April 26, 8 p.m.; April 27, 8 p.m.; April 28, 2 p.m. Off-Tryon Theatre Company. 740-375-2826.
* Quidam Directed by Franco Dragone, Quidam transforms an anonymous world into a place of hope and connection. Shows run on following schedule: Tuesday/Wednesday 8pm, Thursday/Friday 5pm, 9pm, Saturday 4pm, 8pm, Sunday 1pm, 5pm. Run of Engagement continues with the following showtimes: Monday-dark Tuesday/Wednesday-8pm Thursday/Friday-5pm and 9pm Saturday-4pm and 8pm Sunday-1pm and 5pm. $45-$65 for adults, $31.50-$45.50 for children, $40.50-$58.50 for students (13-17 years of age) and seniors (65+ years of age). Lowes Motor Speedway. 1-800-678-5440.
Visual Arts: Openings
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Drew Kinney: Entertainment Design. The exhibit will feature selected set design drawings, blueprints and elevations developed for movies and TV shows including Beverly Hills 90210 and American Pie. Art work for developed logos will also be displayed. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through May 31. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Center of the Earth Gallery Page Laughlin: New Paintings from the Interiors Series. Layered images reminiscent of Architectural Digest and House Beautiful which make for an intriguing investigation of painterly space. Monday by appointment, Tuesday-Friday 11am-5pm, Saturday 12-5pm. Exhibit ends June 29. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.
Charlotte Art League Spring Into Art Juried Art Show. juried by Alex Horstman. Mon.-Sun. Continues through May 31. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.
Jerald Melberg Gallery Emily Wilson – New Sculpture. Wall sculptures which are the seamless integration of intricately hand-carved pieces of basswood upon an equally intricate steel wire armature. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through June 8. Stanley Bielen – Still Life Impressions. first solo exhibition. Still lifes in the loose brushy style of the Impressionists, harkening back to the work of Edouard Manet and Pierre Renoir. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through June 8. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-3000.
McColl Center for Visual Art’s Spirit Square Gallery What’s New 2. an exhibition of three-dimensional work by Charlotte area artists. Mon.-Sun. Continues through June 30. 345 N. College St. 704-332-5535.
Noel Gallery Black As… a body of work that consists of multimedia assemblages, oil on canvas paintings and constructions. Mon.-Sun. Continues through June 25. Transamerica Square 401 N. Tryon St.
Pope’s Gallery Jodie Ochoa. exhibiting refreshing pastels depicting marshscapes, and landscapes. Also featuring works by other local and regional artists in a variety of mediums. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through May 31. James Crompton. exhibiting dramatic and dynamic landscapes, seascapes, and music related paintings in oil. Also featuring original works by other local and regional artists in a variety of mediums. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Continues through May 31. 8016-900 Providence Rd. and 1035 Providence Rd. 704-541-3199 or 704-342-1774.
The Park Hotel In My Life. the artwork of John Lennon. April 26, 5-9 p.m.; April 27, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; April 28, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $2 donation suggested. 2200 Rexford Rd. 612-377-1800.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Afro-American Cultural Center High Cotton/Twenty Third Psalms Exhibit. Artists’ Schroeder Cherry and Alec Simpson use a variety of technizues to explore the inner self in this exhibition. “High Cotton” is the metaphor used to describe the elements and experiences African-Americans had to endure to succeed in life. “Twenty-Third Psalms” is a reflection of the Lord’s Prayer used to express African-American creativity and spiritual growth. Tue.-Sun. Continues through May 5. Leather as Art Exhibit. Artists, Terrance Hill and Marvin Sin mastered this unique technique of pulling and stretching leather to create powerful images that are not only pleasing to the eye, but also sensitive to the touch. Tue.-Sun. Continues through May 5. 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Student Projects. Featuring student work from all four programs – Interior Design, Fashion Marketing, Graphic Design and Multimedia & Web Design. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through April 27. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Bank of America Plaza Space, Structure and Vision. Curated by Joie Lassiter Gallery. Featuring works by Mary Edith Alexander, Helene Brandt, Gary Byrd, Lluis Lleo, Ran Ortner, Karen Rifas, Thomas Rose, Idamarie Spurr, Mike Wsol. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Nov. 15. 101 South Tryon Street. 704-373-1464.
Blue Pony Gallery & Press Horizons. recent paintings by Jan Kinslowe. Large abstract paintings that are distillations of landscape-based settings resulting in images that are atmospheric and ephemeral. Tue.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through April 27. The Unconditional Process of Inking. featuring linocuts and mixed media pieces by Francisco Gonzales. Tue.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through April 27. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.
Center of the Earth Gallery The New Realism: 4th Annual Realism Invitational. will feature works by Robert Azank, Anthony Schepis, Joseph Hronek, Carol Lee Thompson, Rebecca Fagg, and Katherine Grossfeld. Mon.-Fri. Continues through April 27. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.
Charlotte Art League Collage. members will display one to three of their collages in any medium. Mon.-Sun. Continues through April 30. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.
Christa Faut Gallery Large Drawings. pieces by Herb Jackson. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. & 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through May 31. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.
Elder Art Gallery The Masters. The exhibition will feature the work of Marc Chagall, Keith Haring, Roy Lichtenstein, Joan Miro, Roberto Matta, Robert Rauschenberg, Frank Stella and Andy Warhol. Tue.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues through May 31. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.
Gallery L Vietnam: Journey of the Heart. photographs by Geoffrey Clifford, 1985-2000. A collection of stunning color images that contrast timeless pastoral scenes with views of a mondern culture beginning a new century. Mon.-Sun. Continues through June 9. 310 N. Tryon St. 704-336-2020.
Green Door Gallery Group Show. featuring the original watercolors, drawings, prints, pastels and mixed media by Ken Hillberry. Paintings by Jennie Martin Tomlin, Marcel Bourbonniere, Hadassa Falson, Pottery by Kirk Argo, Norma Velazques-Frink, Carol Weston, Sculpture by Chase Winfield, Jeff Tudor, Fiber design by Peggy Luey, Functional Wood Design by Michael Brown and Stained Glass design by Kym Cress. Mon.-Sat. 221 West A St., Cannon Village, Kannapolis. 704-932-0099.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Still. new work by Doug Bohr. Tue.-Sun. Continues through April 30. 318 E 9th. 704-373-1464.
Myersart Gallery Works by Local Artists. featuring functional and decorative works in clay by local artists including Mary Mason, Lambeth Marshal, Carolyn Carroll, John and Jan Myers, Sandra Delonis, Joyce Branch. Phyllis Graham, Patsy McAlpine, Gena Van Dyke, Cindi Powell, Donald L. Foster, Sylvia Coppola, Kim Frazier, Shelly Johnston, Carolyn Burke, Corine Gussman, Alex and Mary Miller, Robert Hasselle, Jennifer Kincaid, Fran Brown, Vanessa Grubbs, and Karen Kramer. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.,11 a.m.-5 p.m. & 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 1510 Camden Road. 704-790-2529.
Pope’s Gallery Dorothy Shoemaker. featuring picturesque landscapes in oil. Also exhibiting many original works by other local and regional artists. Mon.-Sun. Continues through April 30. Beth Goldston. featuring pastels depicting landscapes of Eastern North Carolina. Also exhibiting other original works of art by local and regional artists. Mon.-Sun. Continues through April 30. 8016-900 Providence Rd. and 1035 Providence Rd. 704-541-3199 or 704-342-1774.
Queens College Art Gallery Oil Paintings. by Robert A. Crum. Mon.-Fri. Continues through April 30. 1900 Selwyn Avenue. 704-337-2286.
S. Lampke Fine Art and Design Art Show. featuring oils and pastels. Also showing oil floorcloths, painted “Cottage” furniture, and a collection of hand knotted Persian Carpets. Mon.-Sun. 1517 Camden Road, Studio #5. 704-362-1033.
Shain Fine Art Originals Geoffrey Johnson. Atlanta based artist. Mon.-Sun. Continues through May 11. 601-B Providence Rd. 704-334-7744.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center 150 Years of North Carolina Quilts & Rowan County Quilters: Yesterday & Today. Selections from the Pattie Royster James Collection as well as antizue quilts and works by Joyce Heilig, Nancy Isenhour, Karen Morgan, Rachel Sechler, Suzanne Walters and Brenda Zimmerman. Mon.-Sun. Continues through June 23. Salisbury. 704-636-1882.
Wrightnow Gallery Decade. Charlotte’s Eclipse Art Group bids farewell to Wrightnow Gallery with a 2-month exhibit of art by the founding members. Wrightnow will close for good in June. Mon.-Sun. Continues through May 31. 3205 N. Davidson St. 704-554-8093.
This article appears in Apr 24-30, 2002.
