Classical Music
Charlotte Symphony Strike resolution pending, Christof Perick and the CSO will present Bruckner’s Seventh Symphony. Oct. 3-4, 8 p.m. $14-$64. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-972-2000.
Choral Concert The Chamber Singers and Davidson College Concert Choir will present works by Dawson, Dello Joio, Ferko, Kirbye, and others. Davidson College Presbyterian Church. Wed., Oct. 8, 8 p.m. Free. 704-894-2357.
Dylan Savage Pianist will present an “Un-Recital,” including “Partita #1” by Bach, “Carnival” by R. Schumann and Savage’s own “Two Wicked Piano Etudes.” Tue., Oct. 7, 8 p.m. Free. Rowe Recital Hall, UNCC. 704-687-2472.
Evelyn Glennie on Percussion Percussionist Evelyn Glennie brings to life Joseph Schwantner’s Concerto for Percussion. Music Director of the London Chamber Orchestra, Christopher Warren-Green, guest conducts. Oct. 10-11, 8 p.m. $15-$70. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-972-2000.
An Evening Of International Song Kathleen Colwell, soprano, and others; Music of Schumann and Schubert. Karen Hite Jacob, piano. www.belmontabbey college.edu. Tue., Oct. 14, 8 p.m. Donations suggested. Belmont Abbey Basilica, 100 Belmont-Mount Holly Rd., Belmont. 704-334-3468.
Fall Choral Concert Wed., Oct. 8, 8 p.m. Free. Davidson College Presbyterian Church, Corner of Main St. & Concord Rd., Davidson. 704-894-2357.
First Tuesday Concerts Music of Peter Schickele, Dream Dances. For flute, violin, and cello. Quartet for clarinet, violin, cello, and piano. Presented by Chamber Music at St. Peter’s. Oct 7, Noon Concert at 12:10pm, After Work Concert & Reception (Hodges Taylor Gallery) at 5:30pm. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 115 W. 7th St. 704-335-0009.
Kadri Gopalnath Saxophone recital in classical Indian music style. Performed in the Tyler-Tallman Hall. Sun., Oct. 5, 2 p.m. $15 adults, $12 seniors. Free for students under 21. Sloan Music Center, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2353.
Queen City Brass Band Featuring performances of Brahms, Dvorak, Chopin, Strauss and more utilizing mostly-conical brass instruments and percussion. Mon., Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m. Free. Rowe Recital Hall, UNCC. 704-687-4469.
Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra David Baker, Musical Director. Presented by Carolinas Concert Association. www.carolinasconcert.com. Tue., Oct. 7, 8 p.m. $25-$65. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-527-6680.
Comedy
Bayou Kitchen Extreme Improv. Live improvised comedy created from your suggestions. Visit www.extremeimprov.com for more information. Call for reservations. Fridays: Long Form Fridays, scenes and monologues from a single audience suggestion, $5; Saturdays: improv comedy with audience suggestions, Rated R, $10. 8pm both nights. 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 Mathis Madness. With Mark Mathis, from TV’s Fox Edge. Sundays. Oct 3-5: Tim Wilson. Fri., 8pm & 10:15pm; Sat., 9pm & 11pm; Sun., 8pm. 516 N. College St., Visit www.thecomedyzone.net. 704-348-4242.
Dance
Blackberry Mountain CPCC’S Dance Central presents a work based on the Appalachian legend of the Brown Mountain lights. Oct 10-11 at 8pm & Oct 12 at 2:30pm. $12.00. Pease Auditorium, CPCC, 1200 Elizabeth Ave. 704-330-6534.
A Celebration of Dance The program takes the audience into the wide world of dance – from classical ballet and modern dance to tap dancing. Oct 3-4 at 8pm, Oct 5 at 2:30pm. $10 adults, $8 students/seniors, $4 kids 4 & under. Gaston Dance Theatre, 201 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia. 704-865-5943.
Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia Russian folk art is brought to life through a symphony of dances. Sun., Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m. $18-$50. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Museums
Charlotte Museum of History The Faces of Our State. Through June 2004. Soaring Symbols. Exhibit Opening for Soaring Symbols: Eagles in World Culture Exhibit, created in collaboration with the Carolina Raptor Center. Sat., Oct. 4, 2-4 p.m. Soldier’s Stories: War in the First Person. Continues through Sept. 30, 2004. Where Eagles Soar. This collaborative exhibit with the Carolina Raptor Center compares and contrasts eagles in their natural habitats with their symbolic and historical importance. Exhibit runs Oct 4 through Apr 4. 3500 Shamrock Dr. 704-568-1774.
Discovery Place Omnimax. Now showing: Top Speed, Journey Into Amazing Caves and Coral Reef Adventure. Call or visit website for times, www.discoveryplace.org. Speed. Opening of new exhibit on Oct 1, with special events slated for Oct 4, 11am-2pm. Speed is a 6,000 sq. ft. experience delivering a high-speed plunge into the world of high-performance, limit-stretching and barrier-smashing motion. Through Feb 2004. 301 N. Tryon St. 704-372-6261.
Levine Museum of the New South Cotton Fields to Sky Scrapers. Tue.-Sun. A Novello Evening with Stuart Woods. Suspense novelist Woods is promoting his newest book, Capital Crimes. Tue., Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m. $15. A Portion of the People: 300 Years of Southern Jewish Life. Exhibit runs Sept. 14 through Nov. 30. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.
Mint Museum of Art 2003 Mint Museums Antiques Show & Sale. Join antique enthusiasts — from novice to expert — for any or all of the many events scheduled during the show. Features Fesko Lecture (10:30 on Fri), Gala on Fri night, and Collector’s Brunch on Sunday at noon. Show runs Oct 2 through Oct 5, Hours Fri 10-4, Sat 10-6, Sun 12-5. Tickets $9 in advance and $10 at the door. All Aglow. Through February 15, 2004. The Art of Romare Bearden. The museum will put on display its 19 remaining works by Charlotte native. Sept. 25-Jan. 4. 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. Vantage Point 1. Julie Moos: Friends and Enemies, featuring portraits of couples who are either best friends or worst enemies and places them against a non-descript background. Exhibit through Dec. 7. Latin American Festival. Hispanic/Latin American culture through art, craft, food, dance, music and museum tours. Sun., Oct. 5, 12-7 p.m. $5 adults, children 9-12 $3 and free for ages under 8 and Mint members. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000.
Mint Museum of Craft & Design American Quilt Classics 1800 – 1980: The Charles and Fleur Bresler Collection. Through Jan. 4, 2004. Sculptural Radiance: The Jewelry & Objects of Linda MacNeil. A fusion of glass and gold, featuring 25 works. Through 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 Curator’s Corner:. Learn how to care for antique family textiles. Sat., Oct. 4, 10 a.m. Eye to Eye: Photography by Kim Wolhuter. Sept. 25-Dec. 14. Illustrator Vernon Grant: A Century of American Whimsy. Continues through Oct. 5, 2003. Piecing a Quilt of Life: World Connections. Features contemporary art quilts made by 23 women with stories to tell. Exhibit runs through Apr. 25, 2004. 4621 Mount Gallant Rd., Rock Hill. 803-329-2121.
Spoken Word
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center Russell Simmons’ Def Poetry Jam. Nine poet-performers of different races. Adult language and content. Tue., Oct. 14, 8 p.m. $18-$42. 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Jackson’s Java Poetry Open Mic. Hosted by Jonathan Rice. Thu., Oct. 9, 8 p.m. 8544 University City Blvd. 704-595-9526.
Levine Museum of the New South A Novello Evening with Stuart Woods. Suspense novelist Woods is promoting his newest book, Capital Crimes. Tue., Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m. $15. 200 E. 7th St. 704-336-2074.
Mert’s Heart and Soul Uptown Saturday Nite. Featuring 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. 704-342-4222.
Spirit Square A Novello Evening with Katherine Paterson. The award-winning author of Bridge to Terabithia will discuss the successes and challenges of her career, and a book signing will follow. Thu., Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m. Free. 345 N. College St. 704-366-2070.
Tea Rex Teahouse Poetry Open Mic. Hosted by Jonathan Rice. Fri., Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m. 2102 South Blvd. 704-595-9526.
Wine Basket News from Mind and Soul. With Simone Atkinson, Doris Campbell, Barbara Lawing, Judy Tooley and Kathy Troutman. Fri., Oct. 3, 8 p.m. Free. 830 Lamar Ave. 704-333-3465.
Theater: Openings
Bash Play by Neil Labute, performed by the BareBones Theatre Group. Opening night dinner followed by the show. Oct 2-19. Show times are 8pm Thu.-Sat., with a 3pm matinee on 10/19. ‘Pay What You Can Night,’ 10/6, 8pm. Ticktes are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors. Southend Performing Arts Center, 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
Bridge to Terabithia One of the best-loved children’s books, presented by Children’s Theatre of Charlotte. Recommended for ages 8 and up. www.cltcharlotte.org. Performances: Oct 10 at 7:30pm; Oct 11 at 3pm & 7:30pm; Oct 12 at 2pm; Oct 17 at 7:30pm; Oct 18 at 3pm. $10 general, $15 special reserved. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) 3 actors, 2 hours and 37 plays! Oct 1-5 at the Rowe Studio Theatre; Oct 11 at McKnight Hall, Cone Center. Oct. 1-5, 8 p.m.; Oct. 11, 8 p.m. $5 for students/seniors, $6 for UNCC faculty/staff and $10 for the general public. UNC-Charlotte. 704-687-3315.
Copenhagen The 2000 Tony Award winner for Best Play, written by Michael Frayn. Oct. 9-11, 8 p.m.; Oct. 16-18, 8 p.m. Admission is $10. Haid Theatre, Belmont Abbey College, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd., Belmont.
Easy, Action A satire of entertainment culture and America’s lack of memory, presentd by the Farm theatre. www.thefarmtheatre.com. Oct 2, 3, 4 at 8pm; Oct 5 at 7pm; Oct 9, 10, 11 at 8pm. $12 at door, $10 advance, $5 for Students. 28th, 2424 N. Davidson St. 704-348-1575.
Heartworm Special preview of a new whimsical romantic comedy by local playwright Nanci Hightower, prior to its Off-Broadway premiere in 2004. Oct 2-5. Thu, Fri and Sat at 8pm, Sat and Sun at 2:30pm. Tickets $20 for evening shows, $15 for matinees. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-376-3777.
The Rocky Horror Show Richard O’Brien’s cult fave for the sweet transvestite in all of us. Directed by Carver Johns. Oct 9-12, 15-18, 22-25, 29-31, & Nov 1 at 8pm. Tickets are $20. Innervoices Theatre Company, 1118 Clement Ave. 704-502-8423.
Twelfth Night One of Shakespeare’s most amusing comedies has it all, including: mistaken identities, fabulous fools, and a love triangle. Oct. 8-11, 8 p.m.; Oct. 12, 2 p.m. $5 w/Winthrop ID, $10 General Admission. Winthrop University, Rock Hill. 803-323-2287.
Theater: Ongoing
A Grand Night For Singing CPCC Theatre kicks off its new season with a revue of the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein. Sept. 26, 27 and Oct. 3, 4 at 8pm, Sept. 28 and Oct. 5 at 2:30pm. $12. Pease Auditorium, CPCC, 1200 Elizabeth Ave. 704-330-6534.
James and The Giant Peach Join James on his adventure to escape from his cruel aunts inside a giant magical peach. Presented by Clover Community Theatre. Shows: Thu, Fri & Sat at 8pm, Sun at 3pm. Oct. 2; Oct. 4-5. Tickets: $7 for adults, $5 for students/seniors. Clover School District Auditorium, 1625 Highway 55 East, Clover. 803-831-1048.
Pump Boys and Dinettes Grass-roots musical about life and love by the roadside. Presented by Charlotte Repertory Theater. Runs Wednesday-Thursday 7:30pm, Friday-Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. Through Oct. 12. $24-$38. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Sylvia A.R. Gurney’s comedy about love, relationships and inter-species dating. Reservations are suggested. Sept 24-27, Oct 2-4. 8pm. Sept. 24 is Pay What You Can Night. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
Titanic This musical is set aboard the famous doomed ocean liner and tells the stories of passengers and crew members. Oct. 2-4, 8 p.m. $12 adults, $10 seniors/students. Little Theatre of Gastonia, 238 S. Clay St., Gastonia. 704-865-0160.
Visual Arts: Openings
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Marissa Pawelko. Features examples of her furniture design, product development and special events displays. Reception: Oct 23, 5:30-7pm. Exhibit runs Oct 3 through Oct 31. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Charlotte Art League Unleashed. An open art exhibit featuring a range of media from local artist. In the CALeidoscope Gallery. Through Oct 22. Art Talk & Feedback. Monthly critiques, bring current project. Third Wed of every month, 11:30am-1:30pm. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.
Clay on Camden Robert Hasselle. Works in clay. Artist reception Oct 3, 6-9pm. Exhibit runs Oct 3 through Oct 31. 1510 Camden Rd. 704-790-2326.
Cosmos Cafe Experiments In Vision. Exhibit traces the development of Violeta Moreno’s style from quasi-realistic drawings to metaphysical paintings. Opening Reception: Oct 3, 6-8:30 p.m. Through November. 300 N. College St., Suite 101. 704-372-3553.
ElderArt Gallery In My Time by Carl Blair. Exhibition of recent works celebrating the Appalachian landscape. Blair will present a gallery talk Oct 3 at 6:30pm. Exhibit runs through Nov 1. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.
Foust Studio 3. Contemporary art by Charlotte Foust, Linda LaCroix and Dina Lowery. Through October. 5200 Park Rd., Suite 115. 704-525-7989.
Hart-Witzen Gallery New Location Unveiling. New home in NODA. Oct. 3, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.; Oct. 4, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. 136 E. 36 St. 704-334-1177.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Horace Farlowe. “New Abstractions,” sculpture by North Carolina native. Oct 3 – Oct 31; Reception on Oct 3, 6-9pm. 525 North Tryon Street, Suite 140. 704-373-1464.
Merrill-Jennings Galleries Virginia Campbell Quillen. Main Street and Beyond – a One-Woman Show.Artist reception on Oct 4, 1-4pm. Exhibit runs Oct 4 through 31. 463 S. Main St., Davidson. 704-895-1213.
NoDa Artist Network New Gallery. Currently showing 15 local artists and featuring the work of 5 Peruvian artists. Working studios and gallery space available. 2424 N. Davidson St. 704-358-4210.
Pura Vida Gallery The Collection. Showcasing a revolving collection of internationally known artists and modern masters. Oct 3 meet outsider artist Jerry Thompson, 6pm. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-453-5723.
Queen’s Gallery & Art Center Robert A. Crum. An exhibition of recent drawings and oil paintings. Reception Oct 3, 6-9pm. Oct. 1-31. 1212 The Plaza. 704-372-2993.
Rowe Arts Galleries, UNCC Louis Jones – Paintings. From the Collection of Sonia and Isaac Luski. At Rowe Arts Main Gallery. Reception Oct 8, 5-7pm. Oct. 6-31. Semi Six: Draw, Paint, Print, Install. Six artists with divergent backgrounds in a group exhibition. at the Cone Center Main Gallery. Reception Oct. 2, 5-7pm. Oct. 1-30. Rowe Arts Building. 704-687-2473.
Sanctuary Art Studio & Galleries This Is My Brain. A solo exhibition by Jerry Lee Kirk featuring large scale paintings & collages from 1996-2003 plus new work. Reception Oct 3, 6:30pm. Runs Oct 3 through Nov 5. (Within the context of this dream) everything is absurd. A group show featuring paintings, mixed-media art and photographs by gallery regulars. Oct 3 – Nov 5. 3440 North Davidson St. 704-877-2692.
Shain Gallery The Great Paint Off. Darren Young, Connie Winters, Clark Hawgood and Andrew Braitman will paint landscape scenes of the same subject. Opening reception Oct 3, 6-9pm. Exhibit runs Oct 3 through Nov 30. 601-B Providence Rd. 704-334-7744.
The Art Preserve Jan Kinslowe and Linda Vista. Excavations, new installation by Jan Kinslowe and presenting sculptural artwork by Linda Vista. Exhibit runs Oct. through Dec. 3200 A North Davidson. 704-358-8882.
W.D.O. Two Contemporary Blacksmiths. Rick Smith and Marc Maiorano. The Memory of Shadows. Exhibit runs Oct 14 through Nov 23. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.
Watkins Gallery, Queens Underground Landscapes. Recent work by Carolyn Whitman, CPCC instructor and Chair of Visual Arts. Reception Oct 3, 6:30-8:30pm; Exhibition dates: October 3-31. 1900 Selwyn Ave. 704-756-8416.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Afro-American Cultural Center Blues In & Out and Bull Durham Festival Retrospective. Through Dec. 8. 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
Art Bar Michael A. Balbi. A 78-year old native of Wilmington, DE, Balbi now resides at Lake View Living Center in Pineville, NC. Sept. 25-Oct. 1. 1501 B. South Tryon St. 704-277-0802.
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.
Belk Visual Arts Center Douglas Houchens: The Primary Impulse. Features paintings and drawings by Davidson College Professor Emeritus. Exhibit through Oct. 8. 704-894-2519.
Blue Pony Gallery & Press Specimens. Mixed media light boxes and assemblages of Mikel Robinson. Also works by Kim Stimpson. Through Oct. 11. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.
Center of the Earth Gallery Ocean. An exhibition of new paintings by Jacob Cooley. Continues through Oct. 31. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.
Charlotte Art League Unleashed – An Open Art Extravaganza. League members displaying talents through many styles and all mediums. Through October. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.
Christa Faut Gallery Veronica’s Veils. Solo exhibition of acrylic paintings by Herb Jackson. Through Nov 17. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.
CPCC Art Gallery Jeff Pender. An exhibition of new ceramic works, entitled “Another World.” Runs Sept. 8 through Oct. 13. P.O. Box 35009. 704-330-2722.
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 Robert Langford. “Evoking An Emotion” – an exhibition of abstract art. Exhibit runs through Oct 12. 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.
Hidell Brooks Gallery Arless Day – Defining Collage: Awareness, Beauty & Creativity. The emphasis of the exhibit is detailed interiors which are full of plants, books and paintings. Through Nov. 1. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.
Hodges Taylor Gallery Raymond Chorneau. New Monoprints – seductive and allusive images with a highly sophisticated palette. Exhibit runs August through Nov. 1. Mark Flowers, David Hooker. Mixed media narrative paintings and ceramic sculpture. www.hodgestaylor.com. Through Nov. 1. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Jerald Melberg Gallery Stephen Glaesner. Exhibit of woodwork. Through Oct. 18. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-3000.
The Light Factory Women in Photojournalism. Member’s Portfolio – William Toland: From the series, Grampa. Exhibit runs through Oct. 11. Spirit Square, Knight Gallery, 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755.
McColl Center for Visual Art Open House: Fall 2003 Artists-in-Residence. First look at this Themed Exhibition. Opening reception Oct. 3, 6-8pm. Exhibit runs Sept. 19 through Nov. 23. Gallery hours: 11am – 4pm, Tues-Sat. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535.
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.
Redsky Gallery Spotlight on New Artists. Features transcendent evocations in oil of Provence, as well as glass works. Exhibit runs through October 15. www.redskygallery.com. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.
Sanctuary Art Studio & Galleries Painted Driftwood Creations. Rusk Masterton collects driftwood and transforms them with paint. Through Oct. 1. 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. Karen Karnes. Widely regarded as the “grandmother of American ceramics.” Exhibit runs through Oct. 11. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center Richard Miller. Myths of Masculinity and Boys Toys, photographic quadtones. On exhibit in the Woodson and Osborne Galleries. Runs through Nov. 8. Pat Boyer. Primal Rhythm, works on paper. On exhibit in the Norvell Gallery. Runs through Nov. 8. Robert Toth. An Artist’s Life, two- and three-dimensional works. On exhibit in the Stanback Gallery Hall and Young People’s Gallery. Runs through Nov. 1. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1895.
Wharton Fine Art Rediscover American Watercolors. Over 30 paintings by Russian American artist Vladimir Pavlosky (1884 – 1944), on display. Through Oct 31. 739 Providence Rd. 704-374-0500.
Winthrop University Galleries Untitled Projects. Heather Johnson, artist-in-residence, Oct. 6-31. E Chen, artist-in-residence, Oct. 13-31. 107 McLaurin, Rock Hill. 803-323-2493.
This article appears in Oct 1-7, 2003.
