Classical Music
Beethoven Lives Upstairs Lollipops series for young listeners ages 4-9 with Charlotte Symphony Pops. Featuring Classical Kids “A Tale of Genius and Childhood.” Sat., Nov. 1, 11 a.m. $8-18. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-972-2000.
Charlotte Concert Band The band will present a program entitled “The Art of Transcription” featuring works by Dvorak, Haydn and Offenbach. www.charlotteconcertband.org. Sun., Nov. 2, 3 p.m. Free. Dana Auditorium, Queens University. 704-362-1486.
Davidson College Symphony Orchestra Featuring Beethoven’s “Egmont Overture,” Mozart’s “Divertimento for Strings,” K.138, Ravel’s “Mother Goose Suite,” and Respighi’s “The Pines of Rome.” Thu., Oct. 30, 8 p.m. Free. Duke Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2357.
First Tuesday Concerts Johannes Brahms, String Quartet, Opus 51, No. 1. Presented by Chamber Music at St. Peter’s. Nov. 4, Noon Concert at 12:10pm (Free), After Work Concert and Reception (Hodges Taylor Gallery) at 5:30pm. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 115 W. 7th St. 704-332-7746.
How the West Was Sung The Gold Standard Chorus (Charlotte Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society) and its annual show. Featuring several quartets. Sat., Nov. 1. $8 for 2pm matinee, $15 for 8pm show. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Olivia Newton-John Albert-George Schram conducting the Charlotte Symphony Pops. October 31-November 1, 8pm. $18-65. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-972-2000.
Queens Choral Concert Fall concert of the Queens University of Charlotte Chamber Singers. Repertoire includes music by Mendelssohn, Mozart, Thompson and more. Belk Chapel, Queens campus, 1900 Selwyn Ave. Wed., Oct. 29, 8 p.m. Free. 704-337-2269.
Sunday Serenades Works for String Quartet by Dvorak and Brahms will be presented by Chamber Music at St. Peter’s. Gallery of McColl-Shiraz. 208 E. Blvd. info@chambermusicatstpeters.org. Sun., Nov. 2, 4 p.m. $50. 704-335-0009.
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. 516 N. College St., Visit www.thecomedyzone.net. 704-348-4242.
Dance
A Devil’s Dance Moving Poets open their 7th season with the tale of a wager between God and the Devil over a man’s soul. Intended for mature audiences. www.movingpoets.org. Oct. 30-Nov. 1. Thu.-Sat. at 8pm, Sunday at 7pm. $12 to $20. Hart-Witzen Gallery, 136 E. 36 St. 704-527-6683.
Fall Workshop Performance The student ensemble performance will be held at the NCDT Studios, 800 N. College St. Proceeds from this performance will support the Ensemble’s participation in the Southeastern Regional Ballet Association (SERBA). Sat., Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m. $5. 704-372-3900.
Museums
Charlotte Museum of History Andrew Carroll. In observance of Veterans’ Day, author will discuss War Letters – Extraordinary Correspondence from American Wars. Reservations required. Wed., Nov. 5, 7-9 p.m. $5 members, $10 non-members. The Faces of Our State. Through June 2004. 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 Machine Shop. Get a lift from the pulley, spin wheels, gears and learn about inclined planes and more. www.discoveryplace.org. Omnimax. Now showing: Top Speed, Journey Into Amazing Caves and Coral Reef Adventure. Call or visit website for times, www.discoveryplace.org. Speed. Exhibit and 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. James McBride. Reflections on My Jewish Heritage with author of The Color of Water. Wed., Nov. 5, 7 p.m. $10 members, $15 non-members. 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 All Aglow. Through February 15, 2004. The Art of Romare Bearden. The museum will put on display its 19 remaining works by Charlotte native. Through Jan. 4. 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. Raphael to Monet. Features 58 masterpieces from one of the nation’s most celebrated collections of European art from the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore. Exhibit runs Oct. 18 through Jan. 11. 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 Eye to Eye: Photography by Kim Wolhuter. Through Dec. 14. 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. Vernon Grant Santas. Showcase of witty and colorful holiday imagery. Nov. 1-Jan. 4. 4621 Mount Gallant Rd., Rock Hill. 803-329-2121.
Spoken Word
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.
Theater: Openings
Blithe Spirit The mischievous spirit of a writer’s first wife torments all, in this comedy with a Halloween-like atmosphere. Presented by Theatre Charlotte and directed by Lon Bumgarner. Oct. 30-Nov. 1, Nov. 6-9, 13-16. Thu.-Sat. at 8pm, Sun. at 2:30pm. Tickets $22 Fri. and Sat. evenings, $17 on Thu. and Sun. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-376-3777.
The Witches Tale “The Witches Tale” and “The Macbeth Murder Mystery” interactive Halloween fun, presented by Chickspeare. The evening features show and dinner. Thu., Oct. 30, 6 p.m. $75 a couple and $40 for singles. Boudreaux’s Louisiana Kitchen, 501 E. 36th St. 704-344-4546.
Dracula Presented by the CPCC Theatre. New adaption by Steven Dietz that restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stoker’s classic novel to the stage. Oct. 31, Nov. 1, 7, 8 at 8pm; Nov. 9 at 2:30pm. $12. Pease Auditorium, CPCC, 1200 Elizabeth Ave. 704-330-6534.
Hop-Frog Epic Arts Repertory Theatre presents Edgar Allan Poe’s chilling tale of violent revenge masterminded by an insane and crippled court jester labeled “Hop-Frog” by his corpulent king. Performed by Stan Peal, directed by Laura Depta. Oct. 29-31, 8 p.m. $5. Southend Performing Arts Center, 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
Miss Julie August Strindberg’s naturalistic drama is a complex examination of the human psyche, and a love triangle between a count’s daughter, her cook, and her father’s valet. Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 8 p.m. $5 w/Winthrop ID, $10 General Admission. Winthrop University, Rock Hill. 803-323-2287.
Papa – The Man, The Myth, The Legend Jordan Rhodes portrays the legendary Ernest Hemingway on July 2, 1961, the last day of Hemingway’s life. PAPA presents the triumphs and tragedies of Hemingway’s fascinating life. www.nbirtt.org. Nov. 7-8, 8 p.m. $20-$35. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Phantazmagoria A Halloween Dream – where characters, subtle mask work and the special effects of black light illusion all combine for a magical journey. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Runs Oct. 31 through Nov. 2. Center $9, side $7. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, 1017 E. Morehead St. 704-376-5745.
Too Many Cooks In The Kitchen Murder, most foul, has been committed. At a dinner and murder mystery party, guests will be immersed in an evening of treachery, murder, blackmail, intrigue and back stabbing. Fri., Oct. 31, 7 p.m. Tickets are $25. Oakboro Music Hall, Oakboro. 704-485-2112.
Theater: Ongoing
Actors Scene Unseen A series of live Internet broadcast plays featuring area playwrights, actors and directors. www.actorssceneunseen.com. Every other Friday, 8:30 p.m. Johnston Room, Hilton, 222 East Third St.
Arsenic & Old Lace Joseph Kesselring’s popular play, presented by Theatre Matthews. www.matthewsplayhouse.com. Performances: Oct. 24-25, 8pm; Oct. 26, 2pm; Oct. 31, 8pm; Nov. 1, 8pm; Nov. 2, 2pm. $10-12. Theatre Matthews, 100 McDowell St, Matthews. 704-846-8343.
Jar the Floor A look at family relationships and growing up and growing old. Presented by Charlotte Repertory Theatre and recommended for mature audiences. Opening night October 23. October 24-November 9. Wednesday & Thursday 7:30pm, Friday & Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. $24-$38. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Quills This exploration of the dark last days of the Marquis de Sade was a popular film starring Geoffry Rush, presented by The Off-Tryon Theatre Company. Oct. 23-25, Oct. 29 – Nov. 1, Nov. 4-8. 8pm. $15 adults, $12 students/senior. Oct. 29, Pay What You Can. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
The Rocky Horror Show Richard O’Brien’s cult fave for the sweet transvestite in all of us. Directed by Carver Johns. Oct. 24-25, 8pm & 12am; Oct. 29-30, 8pm; Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 8pm & 12am. $20. Innervoices Theatre Company, 1118 Clement Ave. 704-502-8423.
Visual Arts: Openings
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Greg Klein illustrations. The artist’s reception from 5:30-7:30 on Nov. 20 is free and open to the public. Exhibit runs Nov. 7 through Nov. 30. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Clay on Camden Lambeth Marshall. Contemporary earthenware. Artist reception Nov. 7 during Gallery Crawl, 6-9pm. Show runs Nov. 7 through Nov. 30. 1510 Camden Rd. 704-790-2326.
Clayworks Studio Clayworks Holiday Ceramic Sale. Featuring original handmade sculpture and functional pottery by McColl Center’s faculty affiliate artists and Clayworks members. Open House to meet the artists Nov. 7, 6-8pm. Exhibit Nov. 7, 11am-8pm and Nov. 8, 10am-3pm. 301 East 9th Street, Suite 150.
EH Little Fine Arts Center, Queens University European Artworks. Fall Exhibit and Art Sale to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association on November 5 : 16. An Opening Reception, with a glimpse into Russian culture, will kick of the event on November 5, 5-8pm. Afternoon Teas and Guided Tours on Nov. 8 & Nov. 16, 3-5pm. Nov. 5-16. 704-553-7193.
ElderArt Gallery Back Home in Carolina. Paintings by Gina Gilmour and sculptures by Karen Roberson Powell. Artists reception Nov. 7. Exhibit runs Nov. 7 through Dec. 6. 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.
Hidell Brooks Gallery Philip Geiger. Phil continues to merge landscapes, still lifes, interiors and figurative into his light filled paintings. Exhibit runs November 7 through December 23. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.
Hodges Taylor Gallery Frank Hobbs, Judy Jones. Plein aire oil paintings and non-objective paintings. Exhibit runs Nov. 7 through Jan. 3. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Linda Fantuzzo. Still-life landscapes of South Carolina artist. Opening reception: Nov. 7, 6-9pm. Nov. 7-Dec. 2. 525 North Tryon Street, Suite 140. 704-373-1464.
McColl Center for Visual Art Artist Forum. Meet the artists for this open dialog about their work and the art community. Wed., Oct. 29, 7 p.m. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535.
Redsky Gallery Judaica Art Exhibit. Special event in partnership with the Jewish Center Cultural Festival. Features bronze and silver artist Aimee Golant, ceramic artist Emily Pearlman, painter Andy Braitman, and jewelry artist Betsy Klein. Sat., Nov. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.
Rowe Arts Galleries, UNCC James Nakagawa – Digital Billboards. Large-scale imagery produced digitally. At Rowe Arts Main Gallery. Reception Nov. 10, 5-7pm. Nov. 10-Dec. 10. Cynthia Wynn – Iron Furniture. Wynn creates comfortable individually unique furniture out of found metal objects that range from small gears to bulldozer treads. At the Cone Center Main Gallery. Reception Nov. 5, 5-7pm. Nov. 5-30. Rowe Arts Building. 704-687-2473.
Sanctuary Art Studio & Galleries The Winter Show. A group show by gallery regulars featuring art at special prices for holiday gift buying. Gallery 1. Exhibit runs Nov. 7 through Dec. 31. The Caffeine Fiend & Other Paintings by Tony Java. Whimsical, colorful and comical paintings by one of NoDa’s favorite artist. Gallery 2. Exhibit runs Nov. 7 through Dec. 31. 3440 North Davidson St. 704-877-2692.
The Icehouse Center Grand Opening. Center for Creativity, Craft and Design will celebrate with a silent auction, demonstrations in pottery and woodturning. Thu., Oct. 30, 5-7 p.m. S. Main St., Davidson. 704-892-7323.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center Sigrid Burton, Joseph Haroutunian. Features Allusive Form, paintings and The Turbulent Gesture, paintings. Exhibit runs Nov. through Feb. 2004. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1882.
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 Institute of Charlotte Gallery Marissa Pawelko. Features examples of her furniture design, product development and special events displays. Exhibit runs through Oct. 31. 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.
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.
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.
Clay on Camden Barbara Higgins. Clay artist. Through October. Robert Hasselle. Works in clay. 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. Through November. 300 N. College St., Suite 101. 704-372-3553.
CPCC Art Gallery Alex Horstman, Jr. Binary Order: Dual Nature Integrative works. Through Nov. 21. 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.
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 In My Time by Carl Blair. Exhibition of recent works celebrating the Appalachian landscape. Exhibit runs through Nov. 1. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.
The Gallery at Carillon Katie Walker: Wall Tales. An exhibition by South Carolina painter. Oct. 23-Jan. 16. 227 W. Trade St. 704-334-8840.
Gallery L, Main Library Flash! The Associated Press Covers the World. Experience the AP’s greatest photographs, including many Pulitzer Prize winners, at this exhibit of over 130 images. Exhibit runs Oct. 12 through Nov. 30. 310 N. Tryon St. 704-336-2020.
Green Rice Designs & Studio Nancy Prator. Also other local artists. www.green-rice.com. 510 E. 35th St. 704-344-0300.
Heritage Hall, Livingstone College Johnnie Lee Gray. Rising Above Jim Crow: The Paintings of Johnnie Lee Gray. Oct. 23-Nov. 21. 701 W. Monroe St., Salisbury. 704-216-6155.
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 – images with a highly sophisticated palette. Exhibit runs 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 Charles Basham, Dale Chihuly. Features charged landscapes as well as organic-looking glass works. Exhibit runs Oct. 25 through Dec. 27. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-3000.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Horace Farlowe. “New Abstractions,” sculpture by North Carolina native. Through October. 525 North Tryon Street, Suite 140. 704-373-1464.
Lesbian & Gay Community Center Kristin St. Martin. Exhibit of photographs. Through Nov. 15. 1401 Central Ave. 704-333-0144.
The Light Factory Susan Kae Grant: Night Journey. Member’s Portfolio – Anne Giordano: Animal Portraits. Exhibit runs through Nov. 29. www.lightfactory.org. 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. Through Nov. 23. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535.
Merrill-Jennings Galleries Virginia Campbell Quillen. Main Street and Beyond – a One-Woman Show. Exhibit runs through Oct. 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. Now offering West African drum classes. Working studios and gallery space available. 2424 N. Davidson St. 704-358-4210.
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.
Queen’s Gallery & Art Center Robert A. Crum. An exhibition of recent drawings and oil paintings. Through October. 1212 The Plaza. 704-372-2993.
Redsky Gallery Christopher Gryder, Mark Levin, Michael Sugarman. Features ceramic tiles, wood pieces and pave diamond creations. Exhibit runs Oct. 17 through Nov. 18. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.
Rowe Arts Galleries, UNCC Louis Jones – Paintings. From the Collection of Sonia and Isaac Luski. At Rowe Arts Main Gallery. Oct. 23-31. Semi Six: Draw, Paint, Print, Install. Six artists with divergent backgrounds in a group exhibition at the Cone Center Main Gallery. Through October. 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. 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. Through 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. Exhibit runs through Nov. 30. 601-B Providence Rd. 704-334-7744.
Spirit Square Into The Light. Exhibit sponsored by WomenFIRST. At Loch Walker/Sky Way Galleries. Through Oct. 31. 345 N. College St. 704-364-8886.
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.
Van Every Gallery, Davidson College Benjamin “Old Folks” Davis. First-ever exhibition of works by self-taught Charlotte artist who produced more than 300 works in a six-year period. Exhibit runs through Dec. 10. John Hill. Features hyper-sexual, quirky and meticulous drawings of fantastic creatures in clustered scenarios. On exhibit in the Edward M. Smith Gallery. Runs through Dec. 10. Davidson. 704-894-2519.
W.D.O. Two Contemporary Blacksmiths. Rick Smith: The Element of Iron, Marc Maiorana: Derivation. Opening Reception on Nov. 7, 6-8pm. Exhibit runs Oct. 14 through Nov. 29. 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.
This article appears in Oct 29 – Nov 4, 2003.
