indicates critics’ picks.
Classical Music
Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestra A special chamber ensemble concert showcasing brass, woodwind, percussion and strings sections of the CSYO in a variety of music works ranging from Bach to Janacek. Wed., Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m. $6 adults, $4 students/seniors. Dana Auditorium, Queens University. 704-972-2003.
Charlotte Symphony’s Mostly Mozart & Neighborhood Concert This intimate, informal concert on Feb. 14 encompasses four centuries of time-honored works for chamber orchestra. Held in the Duke Family Performance Hall at Davidson College. A second performance will be held on Feb. 15 at First Baptist Church, 301 S. Davidson St. Both performances will begin at 8pm. $10 general admission, $5 students. 704-972-2000.
Davidson College Symphony Orchestra Presenting a concert of selections by Vivaldi and Mozart. Featuring violinist Susan Stroebel and trumpeters David Jemison and Elliot Palmer. Wed., Feb. 26, 8 p.m. Free. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2357.
High Seas to High Shoals: Theme & Variations on the Life of Charles Wilkes Composer Jerre Tanner’s original composition for the Gaston Symphonic Band will premiere at the Pamela Kimbrell Warlick Performing Arts Center. Presented by Continental Harmony. Sat., Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m. $15 general admission, $8 Gaston County Museum members. Gaston Day School, Gastonia. 704-866-6902.
Jazz & Classical Essentials Sunday Brunch Borders will be playing jazz and classical music from their essential catalogs. Coffee and pastry provided. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Free. Borders, Morrocroft, 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-6261.
The Joy of Singing Visiting artist Jennifer Stephens, mezzo-soprano, will perform the famous song from Carmen, works by Sondheim and a bit of pop as she presents this concert at Belmont Abbey Basilica. Mon., Feb. 17, 8 p.m. Free. Belmont Abbey College, 100 Belmont-Mount Holly Rd., Belmont. 704-334-3468.
Lift Up Your Head A black history concert presented by The Mass Choir of the Second Calvary Baptist Church and The Charlotte Interdenominational Mass Choir. Sun., Feb. 23, 4:30 p.m. Second Calvary Baptist Church, 114 Nelson Ave. 704-399-0378.
Maxim Philippov The Russian pianist will present a Concert Series performance. Philippov has recorded two discs devoted to the solo works of Rachmaninov, and serves on the faculty of the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory. Tue., Feb. 18, 8 p.m. $15 adults, $10 seniors. Call for reservations. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.
More than Lute! Songs by Morley, Dowland in consort, 18th century works for lute with guest artist, Christopher Berg. Presented by Carolina Pro Musica. www.carolinapromusica.org. Fri., Feb. 21, 8:15 p.m. $12 general admission, $6 students/seniors. St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 1510 E. 7th St. 704-334-3468.
New on the Horizon Eleven year-old virtuoso pianist Ji-Yong will perform Mozart’s first concerto written in a minor key, the masterful Concerto No. 20 in D Minor. Other concert selections include Disney themes, selections from the Jurassic Park score and a medley from Evita. Sat., Feb. 15, 8 p.m. $20. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-372-3600.
Providence Recital Series Selections include music by Rheinberger, Washburn, Stravinsky and Astor Piazzola’s Grand Tango. Sun., Feb. 16, 7 p.m. Free. Providence United Methodist Church, 2810 Providence Rd. 704-333-9536.
Shashank Flute Concert An Indian classical flute concert. Presented by the Classical Music Association of Charlotte. Sat., Feb. 15, 3-6 p.m. Sloan Music Center, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-814-9355.
South Charlotte Community Band Concert A concert of traditional band music including marches, light classics and movie themes. Sat., Feb. 15, 7:30 p.m. Free. Matthews United Methodist Church, 801 S. Tryon St. 704-364-5701.
Dance
The Djoliba Don West African Drum & Dance Troupe This South Carolina-based non-profit educational and performance company uses music and dance to foster a greater understanding of African culture. Sat., Feb. 22, 7 p.m. Free. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2876.
Theater: Openings
Billy Jonas In singalongs, bangalongs, whisperalongs, as well as improvised songs, his primary instrument is the audience. His initial performances sold out, but two new shows have been added. Sun., Feb. 23, 2 p.m. & 4 p.m. Tickets are $8.00 for center seats and $6.00 for side seats. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte. 704-333-8983.
Cold Sassy Tree Eyebrows are raised and life’s lessons are learned in this Southern story based on the best-selling novel by Olive Ann Burns. Sung in English. Presented by Opera Carolina. Held in Belk Theater. Feb. 20-22, 8 p.m.; Feb. 23, 2 p.m. $15-$78. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Done to Death Directed by Henry Buckley. Feb. 13-16, 7 p.m.; Feb. 20-22, 7 p.m. $12 adults, $10 students/seniors. Little Theatre of Gastonia, 238 S. Clay St., P.O. Box 302, Gastonia. 704-865-0160.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum A light, fast-paced farce by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart. Co-sponsored by the Department of Music. Performances held in the Johnson Theatre. Feb. 19-22, 8 p.m.; Feb. 23, 2 p.m. $3 w/ Winthrop ID, $7 general admission. Winthrop University, Rock Hill. 803-323-2287.
Greater Tuna A comedy about the third smallest town in Texas where the Lions Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. The 20th Anniversary tour features Joe Sears and Martin Burke. Held in Belk Theater. Feb. 25- March 2: Tues.- Thurs., 8pm; Fri. & Sat., 8:15pm; Sat. & Sun. matinees, 2pm; Sun., 7:30pm. $18-$40. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.
Heaven’s Gates & Hell’s Flames A reality-based dramatization of heaven and hell. Feb. 16-18, 7 p.m. Free. Joy Christian Fellowship, 11516 Idlewild Rd., Matthews. 704-882-2401.
Little Murders A brutal black comedy about one New York City family’s encounters with random and senseless violence. This show contains adult themes. Produced by BareBones Theatre Group and Stage One Productions. Tickets may be reserved by phone or purchased at the door. Feb. 12-15, 8 p.m.; Feb. 16, 3 p.m.; Feb. 19-22, 8 p.m. $15 adults, $12 students/seniors. Southend Performing Arts Center, 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
Master Harold and the Boys John Hartness directs Fugard’s classic play about racism and fatherhood in Apartheid-era South Africa. Feb. 19- Pay What You Can Night. Feb. 13-15, 8 p.m.; Feb. 19-22, 8 p.m. $15 adults, $12 students/seniors. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
Negras Eros This play explores some of the myths and realities surrounding the sexuality and sensuality of black women from a socio-political point of view. Performances are Thurs.- Sat., Feb. 13-22 at 8pm. $12 members, $14 non-members. Afro-American Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
Romeo and Juliet Unlike the traditional rendering, this version moves back and forth between the engaging images and emotions of Shakespeare’s original, the last minutes of Juliet’s life and a time long past the tragic events. Presented by the Moving Poets Theater of Dance. Feb. 12- 16. Wed.- Sat., 8pm. Sun., 7pm. $15-$24.50. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Satchel Paige The Afro-American Children’s Theatre will present a play that tells of the life and career of the Negro Baseball League’s fastest pitcher of all time and an honoree in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971. Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 22, 1 p.m.,4 p.m. & 7 p.m.; Feb. 23, 3 p.m. & 6 p.m. $8 ages 17 and under, $10 adults. Group and senior rates are available. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
State Fair CPCC’s production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s musical follows the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of romance and adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Feb. 14-15, 8 p.m.; Feb. 21-22, 8 p.m.; Feb. 23, 2:30 p.m. $12. Pease Auditorium, 1200 Elizabeth Ave. 704-330-6534.
Twenty Years Ago With a humorous look at school days in the 1970s, the plot focuses on the return of four students to their 20-year class reunion. Reservations required. Presented by NarroWay productions. www.narroway.net. Feb. 14-15. $24.95 for meal and show. The Studio at Regent Park, Fort Mill. 803-802-2300.
Vagina Monologues Recent Davidson College graduate Bill Neville will direct a cast of more than 75 female students, faculty and staff. All proceeds will benefit local organizations working to end violence against women. Call for reservations. Feb. 15-17, 8 p.m. $8-$25. Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.
Valentine’s Dinner Theatre w/ Melissa Walker Dinner will begin at 6pm in LaVerne Banquet Hall with the performance following at 7:30pm in the Hannah Covington McGee Theatre. Walker tours regularly in the US including festivals and such noted New York venues as the Jazz Standard and Birdland. Fri., Feb. 14. $45 for dinner and performance; $25 performance only. Wingate University. 704-233-8300.
Theater: Ongoing
Divorce Southern Style This southern comedy set in Charlotte, NC, is about Eleanor, a divorcee of 15 years who, running low on cash, decides to reconcile with her ex-husband Walter. Directed by Roberta Spampinato. This production runs Feb. 7-9 & 14-16. The Fri. & Sat. performances will be at 8pm and Sun. performances will be at 3pm. $7 adults, $5 students (through grade 12) and senior citizens. Clover Middle School Auditorium, 320 Clinton Ave., Clover.
The Waiting Room A contemporary comedy set in a doctor’s waiting room as three women from three different cultures and time periods become acquainted with each other and each other’s health issues. Produced by The Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte. Show dates and times: Jan. 29- Feb 16 with 7:30pm performances on Wed. & Thurs; 8pm performances on Fri. & Sat; and a matinee performance at 2pm on Feb. 16. $15-$20. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Visual Arts: Openings
Jerald Melberg Gallery Paul Jenkins and Alice Ballard Munn. Jenkins is famous for his method of pouring paint directly onto the canvas, as well as for pure, prismatic color fields. Munn sculpts white earthenware into natural forms. Feb. 22-March 29. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-3000.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Afro-American Cultural Center From Rags to Rap. This multimedia exhibit will attempt to address cultural nuances in the early 20th century when ragtime was a strong musical influence. This exhibit will trace the music’s evolution to the components of hip-hop culture through an art form known as graffiti. Continues through March 2. 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
Art 1 Gallery Natural Roots. Photography exhibit by Eustace Conway of Deep Gap, NC held in conjunction with the 5th Annual Carolina Lens Art competition and exhibition by local and regional photographers. Continues through Feb. 21. 170 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia. 704-854-8800.
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Journey into Fiber Space by Fiber ART Options. The members of Fiber ART Options are Nancy Cook, Robin Hawkins, Peggy Luey, Elizabeth Miller, Teresa Pietras and Beth Stewart-Ozark. A reception will be held on Feb. 13 from 5:30-7pm. Continues through Feb. 28. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Bank of America Gallery Challenging the Picture Plane. Late 20th century American landscapes from the Bank of America Art Collection. Continues through March 8. Hearst Tower, 114 N. Tryon St. 704-386-7324.
Blue Pony Gallery & Press Winter Show. This exhibit features works by five gallery artists: monotypes by Margret Kuehni and Mary Lou Sussman; paintings by Jan Kinslowe; and woodcuts and color etchings by California printmakers David Kelso and Barbara Leventhal-Stern. NoDa gallery crawl, Feb. 21, 6-9pm. Continues through March 1. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.
Center of the Earth Gallery Pleasure Places. Artists slated to participate are Jacob Cooley, Page Laughlin, Ruth Ava Lyons, Elena Madden, Joseph Oddo, Richard Siegel and Gail Wegodsky. These artists explore interior and exterior worlds with varied styles and approaches. Continues through Feb. 28. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.
Charlotte Art League Radiovision 2003. Taking Radio Out of Its Box. A competition open to all artists within the listening area of WFAE. This exhibit will run through Feb. 13. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.
Charlotte Public Library (Main Library) The Eye of the Beholder: Charlotte’s Photographers and Their Work 1867-1917. There will be images and biographical information from many photographers of this period, providing a memorable glimpse at the technology of the period and how Charlotteans looked a century ago. Continues through May 17. 310 N. Tryon St.
Christa Faut Gallery Flora. Paintings by J.M. Henry. Continues through Feb. 28. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.
CPCC Art Gallery Cities Under One Moon. Works by Raed Al-Rawi and Alex Clark. An exhibition of two artists living in Charlotte, coming from different backgrounds and sharing a similar message in art. A reception will be held on Feb. 27 from 4-6pm. Continues through March 29. P.O. Box 35009. 704-330-6480.
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.
Cuvee Wine & Art Gallery The Encounter Group. Works by Han Cashion, Marilyn Charlat Dix, Marianne Reuss and Terry Thirion. February. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden Art at the Garden. A month-long celebration of visual art. Featured regional artists include Graham Weathers, Dorothy Shoemaker, Anne Cowie, Kit Kakassy and Allen Griffin. Continues through Feb. 27. Regular admission prices apply: $8 for adults; $4 for children ages 4-12; DSBG members admitted free. 6500 S. New Hope Rd., Belmont. 704-825-4490.
Davidson College Woman’s Work: Reconsidering Women at Work and at Home. This exhibition of works by Terri Dowell-Dennis, Ursula C. McCarty and Elizabeth Brim examines the social conventions affecting the development and education of young women for future roles in the workplace and at home. On view in the William H. Van Every Gallery. Continues through Feb. 28. Joe Fiore. Landscape paintings. On view in the Eward M. Smith Gallery. Continues through Feb. 21. Davidson. 704-892-8528.
ElderArt Gallery Four Shadow Plus One. A sneak preview of five artists who have recently joined the gallery’s roster: Leonel Matheu, Gina Gilmour, Karen Roberson Powell, Jill Jones and Tom Perkinson. Continues through Feb. 22. The Early Years. Landscape paintings by Leon Makielski during his early years at The Chicago Art Institute and while studying in Paris. Continues through Feb. 22. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.
Galatique Maxx Morgan. This show will feature paintings from his Surreal Enchantment Series based on the illustrations from his first book. Continues through February. 26 North Main St., Belmont. 704-608-1868.
Gallery W.D.O. Thomas Hoadley: Nerikomi Porcelain. The nerikomi technique involves stacking and slicing colored porcelain into slabs which Hoadley combines to create three-dimensional paintings in vessel form. Continues through Feb. 28. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.
Gaston County Public Library Quilt Project. Handmade quilt by members of the Gaston County Extension and Community Organization. For information about current and upcoming exhibits, please contact your local Gaston County Public Library location. Continues through Feb. 28. 1555 East Garrison Blvd, Gastonia. 704-868-2167.
Hart-Witzen Gallery Personal Masterpiece. Featuring new works including 100 artists- visual & performing arts. 8pm-midnight. Feb. 14-15. 611 W. 5th St. 704-334-1177.
Hidell Brooks Gallery Diane Bywaters: Land-Sea-Sky. All paintings are of the North Carolina landscape from the coastal marshes to the mountains along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Continues through March 1. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.
Hodges Taylor Gallery Tim Buchman. Photography. Continues through March 29. Robert Marsh. Print Show, curated by June Lambla. Marsh will share his works on paper, using vibrant oil pastels in energetic strokes. Continues through March 1. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Jeanne Rauch Gallery, Gaston College Africa Now. Curated by Dr. Alice Burmeister. Continues through March 28. Rauch Science and Fine Arts Bldg., Dallas Campus, 201 Highway 321 South, Gastonia.
Jerald Melberg Gallery Ernesto Berra, Helen Shirk and Raul Diaz. Berra’s collages often resemble abstract landscapes and include everyday objects such as wires, sticks and nails. Shirk’s copper vessels reflect her interest in brilliantly colored and textured organic forms. Diaz’s dream-like paintings create ethereal textured environments. Continues through Feb. 15. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-3000.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Joe Walters. A regional artist from Charleston who works with intricate and complex natural forms. He concentrates on plants and animals as forms shifting between formalism and realism with tea as an organic staining agent. Continues through Feb. 28. 318 E 9th. 704-373-1464.
The Light Factory The Space Between & Fragmented Images. Exhibits by Kristina Rogers and Michael Burman (respectively). Bring a photo for Burman and trade it for one of his photos. Continues through the second week of March. Spirit Square, Knight Gallery, 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755.
McColl Center for Visual Art Winter 2003 Artists. Exhibition of work by the Winter 2003 Artists-in-Residence and Affiliate Artists: Albert Casayne & Matilde Grau, Bailey Doogan, Joyce Hsu, Thomas Mezzanotte, Franco Mondini Ruiz, Cedric Smith and Kristin St. Martin. Continues through March 22. $5 public, $3 students, free for McColl members. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535.
McGregor Downs Gallery Various Artists. Featuring watercolor works by Elaine Rockey. Also featuring etchings and serigraphs by Guillaume Azoulay. Previously unseen in any local gallery are artifacts recovered from the Spanish Galleon Concepcion, sunk in 1641. Visit www.mdgallery.homestead.com for more information. Continues through Feb. 28. 10801 Johnston Rd., Suite 219. 704-333-6699.
Merrill-Jennings Galleries A Pretty Day. A one-woman show honoring North Carolina folk artist, Addie James. February. 463 S. Main St., Davidson. 704-895-1213.
Microcosm Gallery Passion of My Life. Exhibition of paintings by Wiesia Kot. Continues through March 8. 300 N. College St. #101. 704-641-4256.
Myersart Gallery February Artists. Featuring limited edition works in clay by Amy Hunt and functional works in clay by Amy Sanders. Ongoing- functional and decorative works in clay by local and regional artists. Continues through Feb. 28. 1510 Camden Road. 704-790-2529.
Noel Gallery Benny Andrews. The exhibit tells Andrews’ rich stories through paintings, drawings and fine art graphics. Continues through Feb. 28. Transamerica Square, 401 N. Tryon St. 704-343-0050.
Pope’s Gallery Betty Mitchell. Realistic floral still lifes in oil [Myers Park]. February. Contemporary Art. By local, regional and national artists [Arboretum]. February. 8016-900 Providence Rd. and 1035 Providence Rd. 704-541-3199 or 704-342-1774.
Queens University Watkins Gallery Confluences & Influences. Six professional ceramists along with their former teacher, Rick Crown, will be exhibiting their works. Continues through Feb. 22. 1900 Selwyn Avenue. 704-337-2286.
Rowe Arts Galleries, UNCC 2003 Arts Alumni Invitational. Features dual exhibitions by graduates now working in the professional arts world. In the Main Gallery are visual arts alumni and in the Upstairs Gallery are theatre alumni. Artists include Thomas Heyer, Charlotte Foust, Virginia Jochems-Atkins and Beverly Smith. Continues through Feb. 14. Rowe Arts Building.
Shain Fine Art Originals A Valentine’s Show for Beginning Collectors. Featuring smaller works in a moderate price range that are appropriate for beginners and special Valentine’s gifts. Artists include Henry Barnes, Geoffrey Johnson, Connie Winters, Kim Schuessler, William Jameson and Marilyn Simandle. Continues through Feb. 28. 601-B Providence Rd. 704-334-7744.
South County Regional Library From the Library of Congress: The African American Mosaic. This exhibit surveys the African-American experience beginning with slavery and ending with the first days of the Civil Rights Movement. Continues through April 15. 5801 Rea Rd. 704-341-1176.
Spirit Square 10 Years of History in the Making. Discover the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center’s vibrant 10-year history with our commemorative 10th anniversary retrospective exhibit. Continues through July 30. Free. 345 N. College St. 704-348-5787.
UNC-Charlotte Artworks 945- Urban Community Art Show. Paintings and sculpture by homeless artists will be exhibited in the Cone Center Gallery. Featuring ceramic sculpture and paintings done on plywood by individuals who have sought assistance at Charlotte’s Urban Ministry Center. Continues through Feb. 22. 704-687-3315.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center Opening Exhibitions. Featuring the work of internationally recognized artists, artists living and working in Rowan County and the region, gifted artists challenged by developmental disabilities and work representing each of the public high schools in Rowan County. Exhibits continue through March. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1882.
Winthrop University Galleries Benny Andrews: “The Human Spirit Series” & John Monteith. Andrews’ series features oil, collage and sculptural works in the Rutledge Gallery while John Monteith’s new paintings, titled “ASL/SC,” are in the Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Gallery. Continues through March 30. 107 McLaurin, Rock Hill. 803-323-2493.
This article appears in Feb 12-18, 2003.
