Classical Music
American Guild of Organists Recitals sponsored by Guild. August 10: Kenneth Brown, Belmont Abbey, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd; August 17: Les Ackerman, Myers Park United Methodist Church, 1020 Providence Rd.; August 24: Robert McDermitt, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 101 Colville Rd. All at 8pm. Free. 704-333-9071.
Brightstar Music Festival Chamber Music Series featuring Johannes Quartet, Jeremy Denk, Chee-Yun, Soovin Kim, Sheryl Staples, Jennifer Sperry and more. www.brightstarfestival.org. Aug. 15-16, 8 p.m.; Aug. 22-23, 8 p.m. $25. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Comedy
Bayou Kitchen Extreme Improv. Live improvised comedy created from your suggestions. Visit www.extremeimprov.com for more information. Call for reservations. Saturdays, 8 p.m. $5. 1958 E 7th St. 1-866-467-7681.
Central Ave Playhouse Psychotic Pooch. Live Sketch Comedy and improv. Material is NC-17, seating is limited. Call for reservations. Fri., Sat., 11 p.m. $10. 1118 Clement Ave. 704-502-8423.
The Comedy Zone Michael Reed, Pat Duax, Eric I. Appearing live – August 6 & 7. Also Bob Nelson live Aug 8 & 9. Showtimes: Wed. & Thurs. 8:00pm, Fri. & Sat. 8:00pm & 10:15pm.Sunday: 9:00pm. 516 N. College St., Visit www.thecomedyzone.net. 704-348-4242.
The Perch Theatre Smokin’ Bear Tour Featuring Talking Baby. Presented by The Perch at various venues while a new location is scouted. Shows are rated “R” for verbal content. Aug 7: The Steeple, 9:30pm; Aug 16: Comedy Zone, 7, 9, 11pm; Aug 21: The Steeple, 9:30pm; Aug 29: The Visulite, time tbd. Call for reservations. $12. 704-372-7724.
Dance
Before I Fall New and used works by Martha Connerton and presented by Kinetic Works. August 7, 8, 9 at 8pm. $15. Afro-American Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St. 704-338-1533.
Museums
Charlotte Museum of History/Hezekiah Alexander Homesite A celebration of James B. “Buck” Duke. D.G. Martin, host of UNC-TV’s “North Carolina Bookwatch,” previews his interview with Professor Robert F. Durden, author of Bold Entrepreneur: A Life of James B. Duke. Refreshements at 6:30pm, program begins at 7pm, followed by book signing with Dr. Durden. Wed., Aug. 6. The Faces of Our State. Photographic exhibit showcasing 70 years of North Carolina people as seen in Our State: North Carolina magazine. Through June 2004. Hands-on-History for Kids: Stenciled Floorcloths. Stencil a traditional 1770 floorcloth for the Hands-on-History room. Learn the same technique used in Colonial times and create a design of your own to take home. Appropriate for elementary-aged children. No reservations needed. Sat., Aug. 9, 2-4 p.m. $1 with Museum admission (regular Museum admission: $3 children ages 6-12; $5 students & seniors; $6 adults). Soldier’s Stories: War in the First Person. Continues through Sept. 30, 2004. Regular Museum admission. 3500 Shamrock Dr. 704-568-1774.
Gaston County Museum of Art & History Carolinas Textile Exhibit- The Ties That Bind. Tue.-Sun. 131 W. Main St., Dallas. 704-852-6025.
Levine Museum of the New South Cotton Fields to Sky Scrapers. Tue.-Sun. New South, Old South, Somewhere in Between. Continues through Aug. 7. Pen and Ink Politics: Thomas Nast’s Reconstruction-era Cartoons and African American Equality. Continues through Sept. 29. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.
Mint Museum of Art All Aglow. An exhibition featuring 300 years of candlesticks on display. Through February 15, 2004. Burlon Craig and His Legacy. Continues through Oct. 19. Fashions of the Crinoline Era: 1840-1865. Eight mid 19th century crinoline fashions, featuring wide hoop skirts, from the museum’s costume collection are currently on display. Through May 2004. Passing. Selected artists from the 2002 Juried exhibition Celebrating the Legacy of Romare Bearden are invited for in-depth presentation of their work. Through September 7. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000 or 704-333-MINT.
Mint Museum of Craft & Design Currents In Craft. Ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. Sculptural Radiance: The Jewelry & Objects of Linda MacNeil. A fusion of glass and gold, featuring 25 works. August 16 – November 23. Tradition & Change: 19th and 20th Century Craft At The Mint. Ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.
Museum of York County All About Cats. Continues through Sept. 14, 2003. Illustrator Vernon Grant: A Century of American Whimsy. Continues through Oct. 5, 2003. 4621 Mount Gallant Rd., Rock Hill. 803-329-2121.
North Carolina Museum of History Flashback to the 60s. Continues through Sept. 28, 2003. 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh. 919-715-0200.
Spoken Word
Mert’s Heart and Soul Uptown Saturday Nite. Featuring the area’s most talented singers, rappers, and poets. Sign up for the Open Mic Showcase. Details: www.motifentertainment.com. Every second and last Saturday of the month at 10pm-until. $7 cover. 214 N. College St. 704-593-0114.
Southend Performing Arts Center BareBones Poetry Project. SPAC will feature regional authors reading selections of their poetry, short stories and performance poetry. Third Tuesday of every month, 8 p.m. 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
Theater: Openings
Alpha In a future without men and guns, there’s still plenty of fighting. A new play by Tony Wright, performed by an all female cast. Presented by Actors Gym. August 8-23. Fridays and Saturdays, 8pm. Tickets $10. Southend Performing Arts Center, 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
The Curious Savage A comedy presented by the Mooresville Community Theater. Aug. 15-16, 8 p.m.; Aug. 21-23, 8 p.m. $5. Tickets are on sale at the Citizens Center weekdays 10am-4:30pm, as well as at the door on performance nights. Mooresville Citizens Center, Lake Norman. 704-662-1025.
Kiss of the Spider Woman Argentinean prison drama by Manuel Puig, presented by Carolina Actors Studio Theatre (C.A.S.T.). Aug. 14-16, 8 p.m.; Aug. 20-23, 8 p.m. $15, reservations suggested. Central Ave Playhouse, 1118 Clement Ave. 704-455-8542.
The Sound of Music One of the most beloved musicals of all time, this classic tale tells of the importance of love, loyalty and family in a time fraught with conflict and political turmoil. Aug 19-22 at 8pm; Aug 22 at 8:15pm; Aug 23 at 2pm & 8:15pm; Aug 24 at 2pm & 7:30pm. Tickets $23-$61. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Theater: Ongoing
Angel Street A thriller by Patrick Hamilton and presented by Triad Stage. Performances: Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat at 7:30pm; Fri & Sat at 8pm; Sunday matinees at 2pm. The play runs July 18-August 10. Preview weekend July 18-20: $10; all other subsequent performances: $12-$37. Triad Stage, 232 S. Elm St., Greensboro. 336-272-0160.
Brighton Beach Memoirs Neil Simon play directed by John Hartness and presented by Davidson Community Players. For Mature audiences. Hodson Hall of the Cunningham Fine Arts Center. July 31-August 2 & August 7-9. All performances at 8 pm. $15 general admission, $13 for students and seniors. Davidson College. 704-892-7953.
Description Beggared or The Allegory of Whiteness The Farm’s first musical, intended for older audiences. July 31-August 16, Thursday-Saturday, all shows 8pm. $12 adults, $10 advance sales, $5 students. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, 1017 E. Morehead St. 704-376-5745.
Hay Fever Presented by Piedmont Players. July 31-August 9. Wednesday-Saturday 7:30pm. Sunday 2:30. Tickets range from $9-$12. Meroney Theater, 213 S. Main St., Salisbury. 704-633-5471.
Visual Arts: Openings
Dalton Gallery Ripple Effect. Exhibition of products designed and developed by national craft artists who believe in the thoughtful re-use of materials bound for the landfill. Ripple Effect is dedicated to the study and manufacture of sustainable design practices. www.rockhillarts.org. Center for the Arts, 121 East Main St., Rock Hill. 803-328-2787.
McColl Center for Visual Art Summer Affiliates Artists Exhibition. Six area artists join current affiliates through August 15. Closing House: August 15, 6-8pm. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535.
Polish, Inc. The Language of Art. Exhibit promoting five local artists. Fri., Aug. 15, 5-8 p.m. 2121 Commonwealth Ave # 210. 704-333-1691.
Rauch Gallery, Gaston College Janice Muller. Exhibit of oil paintings. August 18 – September 26. 201 Highway 321 South, Rauch Science and Fine Arts Bldg., Dallas. 704-922-6245.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Impact. Illustrations by students in the Graphic Design program. Artist reception is on August 14, 5:30-7pm. Exhibit runs August 4-29. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Bank of America Plaza Maker versus Material. A two-location exhibit. Also on display at the First Citizens Building, 128 S. Tryon St. Continues through Nov. 21. 101 South Tryon Street. 704-373-1464.
Blue Pony Gallery & Press Summer Print Show. Jumping with hot summer color, monotypes and other work on paper by Margret Kuehni and Mary Lou Sussman. Also, “Studies in Black & White,” small edition linocuts and woodcuts. August 1-30. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.
Christa Faut Gallery Summer Show. Group exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints by gallery artists. Through August 11. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.
Clay on Camden Fireworks: Contemporary works in Raku. Works by some of the region’s potters. Through August. 1510 Camden Rd. 704-790-2326.
Crazy Jane’s Local Artists. Works by Ellyn Bernstein, Mike Watson and Rod Wriner. Pottery by Ann Hamilton. Mon.-Sat. 1817 Hawkins Street. 704-332-5454.
Crush Todd Bluewater. Showcase of artwork created by Todd Bluewater, including the BlueVision Series and the VideoPainter Series. www.toddbluewater.com. 300 E. Stonewall St. 704-377-1010.
Cuvee Wine & Art Gallery Bob Rankin. A show of his original works in acrylics, oils, and mixed media. Exhibit runs through August 9. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.
Das Maultier Art Gallery Store/Gallery. Art and design shop located in NODA with affordable art for novice to the serious collector. In the Colony. 3472 N. Davidson St. 704-333-0277.
ElderArt Gallery A Celebration of Life. A one-man show featuring Tom Perkinson. Aug 1 – 30. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.
The Gallery at Carillon Convergence. Presents the work of five women artists offering a wide variety of recent paintings and sculpture. Exhibit runs through September 29. 227 W. Trade St. 704-334-8840.
Green Rice Designs & Studio David Ritland, Jeff Andrews, Lauren Patton. A working artist studio and gallery. Visit during business hours or gallery crawls. www.green-rice.com. 510 E. 35th St. 704-344-0300.
Hart-Witzen Gallery Rubble. Brought to you in parts by the NCDOT. Come see the beautiful building dressed in its finest for demolition. Courtesy of Charlotte artists, live music by Baby Joshua. Exhibition dates: August 1 & 15, 8pm – 1am. 611 W. 5th St. 704-334-1177.
Hidell Brooks Gallery 5th Year Anniversary Group Exhibition. All gallery artists have specifically created new works to commemorate fifth year in the arts. Exhibit runs through August 30. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.
Hodges Taylor Gallery Summer Invitational Exhibition. Four regional artists. Exhibition runs through August 29. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Shaun Cassidy. New paintings and drawings by former McColl resident. Through August. 318 E 9th. 704-373-1464.
Lesbian & Gay Community Center Jason Basden. His sculptures are created from wood, bronze, clay and styrofoam. On exhibit through September 13. 1401 Central Ave. 704-333-0144.
The Light Factory Members 2003 Show. The show will exhibit members’ works in a wide variety of styles and media in images that have never been seen at the Factory. Exhibit on through August 9. Spirit Square, Knight Gallery, 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755.
McGregor Downs Galleries Boris Tomic. Exhibit of Tomic’s work including oil, watercolor, mixed media and sculpture. His local credits include Ballantyne Gates. Other local artists works exhibited include Elaine Rockey, Justin Rivenbank and Han Cashion. Through August 31. 10801 Johnston Rd., Suite 219. 704-333-6699.
Rauch Gallery, Gaston College Anne Cowie. Featuring a mixed media exhibit of sculpture, ceramics and paintings. Through August 15. 201 Highway 321 South, Rauch Science and Fine Arts Bldg., Dallas. 704-922-6245.
Redsky Gallery Gallery Opening. A combination of fine arts and crafts gallery and working pottery studio. Opening exhibit will feature six artists. www.redskygallery.com. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.
Sanctuary Art Studio & Galleries Art in America. A group show celebrating American craftsmanship and creative ingenuity. Exhibit runs through September 3. 3440 North Davidson St. 704-877-2692.
Stewart’s Village Gallery American Crafts. Featuring pottery by Bill Stewart, Sylvia Coppola, Lambeth Marshall & Bill Campbell. Daily. 116 McDonald St., Waxhaw. 704-843-5638.
The Art Preserve Jan Kinslowe. Exhibit of paintings. Framing Design Studio and Gallery. 3200 A North Davidson. 704-358-8882.
W.D.O. Bridging Fine and Decorative Arts. During the summer, the gallery will feature works by artists who have shown major works during the Winter/Spring season as well as previews of the upcoming Autumn/Winter season. Through August. Objects & Ideas. The works of Shook Kelley. Through August 29. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center Lynn Baney, Todd Stone, Sharon Wolpoff. Baney (ABSTRABET), Wolpoff (Summer Light), Stone (Pools and Reflections). Through August 23. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1882.
This article appears in Aug 6-12, 2003.
