Classical Music
American Guild of Organists Recitals sponsored by Guild. 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. 22-23, 8 p.m. $25. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
First Tuesday Concerts Tchaikovsky, Trio in A Minor, Opus 50, for violin, cello, and piano. Calin Lupanu, Concertmaster, Charlotte Symphony, Phillip Bush, Assistant Professor of Piano, U. of Michigan, Alan Black, cello. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 115 W. 7th St. Sep 2, at 12:10pm, After Work Concert & Reception (Hodges Taylor Gallery) at 5:30pm. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 115 W. 7th St. 704-332-7746.
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 Pauly Shore. Performing live on Thursday, August 21, 2 shows (8 & 10:15pm), tickets are $25. Also appearing live: Jeff Dunham (Ventriloquist) and Peanut, Aug 22 & 23 (8 & 10:15 pm), tix are $20. www.thecomedyzone.net. 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 21: The Steeple, 9:30pm; Aug 29: The Visulite, time tbd. Call for reservations. $12. 704-372-7724.
Museums
Charlotte Museum of History/Hezekiah Alexander Homesite 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. 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. 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.
Theater: Openings
24 Hour Theatre Project BareBones Theatre Group will present theatre created in a day. Five playwrights are given a theme Friday, August 29, at 9pm, from which they must write a ten minute play to be staged, rehearsed and performed on Saturday, August 30, at 9pm. Actors must show up to audition and will spend the ENTIRE DAY getting acquainted with the script. The culmination of the these events will be presented in front of a live audience (in a completed state…or not). Call for details. Southend Performing Arts Center, 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
Down Home Play Festival Playwrights from the region will have original productions of their plays presented at the Gettys Center in Rock Hill in a dinner theater setting. The audience will vote for their favorite play and a media favorite will also be selected. Features dinner/drinks at Kinch’s Restaurant at 5:30pm. Reservations by Aug 19. Fri., Aug. 22, 7 p.m. Tickets for dinner/show are $45 a couple and $25 for individuals. Rock Hill Arts Council, 121 E. Main St., Rock Hill. 803-328-2787.
Feeding the Moonfish Laden with danger, mystery, and the quest for love, Feeding the Moonfish is an engaging story that illuminates the coming together of two people, both struggling to end generations of violance and abuse. Play is being performed in the Johnson Hall Studio Theatre. Aug. 30, 8 p.m. & 12 a.m.; Aug. 31, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. $5, Proceeds benefit student scholarship fund. Winthrop University, Rock Hill. 803-323-2399.
The Guys The guys was written by Anne Nelson and produced off-Broadway within a month of the events of September 11, 2001. A fire captain who has suffered the loss of seven comrades at the WTC is asked to give their eulogies. He turns to a NYC writer to help him find the words he needs. She not only writes the words for him, but also translates the facts, his own feelings and all the empty spaces in between. Aug 21-23, Aug 28-30 at 8pm. $10. Belmont Abbey College, 100 Belmont-Mount Holly Rd., Belmont. 704-825-6787.
Theater: Ongoing
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. 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. 20-23, 8 p.m. $15, reservations suggested. Central Ave Playhouse, 1118 Clement Ave. 704-455-8542.
Songs We Never Sing What makes this production different from others is that it will feature four men singing Broadway tunes — but they will perform songs traditionally sung by women. On Aug 22 tickets will be $10 for audience members who attend either as their favorite musical theatre character or in drag. Admission prices are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students for the remaining nights. Aug 20 will be Pay What You Can. Aug. 21-23, 8 p.m. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
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.
Visual Arts: Openings
Van Every Gallery, Davidson College Douglas Houchens: The Primary Impulse. Features paintings and drawings by Davidson College Professor Emeritus Douglas Houchens, the college’s first visual arts professor. Exhibit runs Aug 28 through Oct 8. Gallery hours Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat and Sun noon-4pm. Philip Lopez. Site-specific installation of constructed, mixed-media works that build on geometric forms and patterns. Held in the Edward M. Smith Gallery. Aug. 28-Oct. 8. Davidson. 704-894-2519.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center Pat Boyer. Primal Rhythm, works on paper. On exhibit in the Norvell Gallery. Public reception Sep 5, 6-8pm. Runs Aug 29 through Nov 8. Gallery hours Tue-Sat, 10-5. Robert Toth. An Artist’s Life, two- and three-dimensional works. On exhibit in the Stanback Gallery Hall and Young People’s Gallery. Public reception Sep 5, 6-8pm. Runs Aug 22 through Nov 1. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1895.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Impact. Illustrations by students in the Graphic Design program. 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 15″ x 15″ Anniversary Exhibition. 15 Gallery artists have created a special painting that is 15 inches by 15 inches to celebrate the start of 15 years in business. 6:30-8:30pm. Runs Aug 15 through Sep 15. Gallery hours Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm. 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 Ra’ed Al-Rawi. Artist reception on August 21 (6-9 pm). Exhibit Runs Aug 11 – September 13. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.
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.
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 A working artist studio and gallery. Visit during business hours or gallery crawls. To display artwork in the gallery: $35/month (1-2 pieces – dependent on size). www.green-rice.com. 510 E. 35th St. 704-344-0300.
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. Raymond Chorneau. New Monoprints – seductive and allusive images with a highly sophisticated palette. Exhibit runs August through Nov 1. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Shaun Cassidy. New paintings and drawings by former McColl resident. Through August. 525 North Tryon Street, Suite 140. 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.
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.
Pottery Central Pottery Central Gallery. Functional, sculptural and decorative pottery by local potters. Friday & Saturday 10-5 or call for appointment. 3534 Central Ave. 704-537-4477.
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.
Redsky Gallery Elizabeth Estivalet. A painter whose transcendent evocations in oil of Provence, in the South of France, are winning honors. Exhibit runs Aug 15 through Sep 15. www.redskygallery.com. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.
Rowe Arts Galleries, UNCC “Paisano” Photographs by Anna Judy. An observation of a few of the many faces and activities that form the Mexican community across the US. Exhibit at the Cone Center Main Gallery. Reception Aug 22, 6-8pm. Aug. 18-Sept. 28. Rowe Arts Building. 704-687-2473.
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.
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. Richard Miller. Myths of Masculinity and Boys Toys, photographic quadtones. On exhibit in the Woodson and Osborne Galleries. Public reception Sep 5, 6-8pm. www.waterworks.org. Runs Aug 15 through Nov 8. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1882.
This article appears in Aug 20-26, 2003.
