Classical Music
A Baroque Valentine A Valentine’s Day performance by Carolina Pro Musica presenting 18th century chamber music. Sat., Feb. 14, 8 p.m. $12 CHC members, $15 general, $8 students. McCelvey Center, York, 212 E. Jefferson St., York. 803-684-3948 ext 21.
Gil Shaham Maestro Perick will lead the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra in a performance of Beethoven’s Violin Concerto and Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique with guest violinist Gil Shaham. www.charlottesymphony.org. Feb. 20; Feb. 21, 8 p.m. $15-$70. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-972-2000.
Mostly Mozart Presented by Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, featuring music of Mozart, Schubert and Haydn. Feb. 11: Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College; Feb. 13: Tillman Auditorium, Winthrop University/Rock Hill; Feb. 14: First Baptist Church, Downtown Charlotte. All concerts at 8pm. www.charlottesymphony.org. $15, $5 students/children. 704-972-2000.
Pilsen Philharmonic Orchestra A full symphony orchestra from the Czech Republic will perform works of Dvorák and Chopin. Wed., Feb. 11, 7 p.m. $15, $12 students/seniors. Myers Park Baptist Church, 1900 Queens Rd. 704-334-7232.
Comedy
Bayou Kitchen Extreme Improv. Chicago style long form show Friday nights at 8pm ($10) and joined by Psychotic Pooch for twisted comedy at 10pm ($10). www.extremeimprov.com. Saturday nights short form show with audience suggestions, 8pm ($10). 1958 E 7th St. 704-502-8423.
The Comedy Zone Upcoming Performances:. Feb. 11-14: Diane Ford & Troy Hammond. Feb. 18-21: Bobby Collins & Paul Hooper. www.thecomedyzone.net. 516 N. College St. 704-348-4242.
Katchikally Nick Lewis Comedy Corner. Urban comedy hosted by Nick Lewis with rotating comedians. Every Fri. and Sat. at 9:30pm. $10. 204 W. Woodlawn Road Suite A. 704-567-2634.
The Room John Valby. John Valby aka “Dr. Dirty,” plays dirty parody songs on his piano. Thu., Feb. 19, 10 p.m. $10 over 21, $13 18-21. 1812 Montford Dr. 704-527-4511.
Dance
Capacitor A movement and techno-theatre troupe merging human mechanics with machines that propel the body through space, exploring combinations of modern dance, martial arts, juggling, and aerobatics. Fri., Feb. 13, 8 p.m. $10-$20. Duke Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.
Museums
Charlotte Museum of History The Faces of Our State. Through June 2004. Powerful Persuaders: World War II Posters. Guns, tanks, and bombs may have been the chief weapons of World War II, but there were other forms of warfare. Propaganda posters waged an ongoing campaign for the hearts and minds of the American people. Through Sept. 1. 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 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. Daily. Mix & Max: Omnimax after hours. The program is aimed at anyone looking for something different on Friday night. Live music, Omnimax films, food and cash bar. Third Friday of every month. $10 members $12 (non-members). Omnimax. Now showing: Space Station, Top Speed, and Journey Into Amazing Caves. Call or visit website for times, www.discoveryplace.org. 301 N. Tryon St. 704-372-6261.
Levine Museum of the New South Charlotte Black Heritage Tour(sm)/Pilgrimage 2004. Visit three existing Slave cemeteries, a former slave church, participate in a traditional African memorial service. listen to live professional drumming and visit 25 other sites of African-American and Charlotte history. Every Saturday in February, 10am and 1:30pm. $16-$30. Cotton Fields to Sky Scrapers. Tue.-Sun. Courage: The Carolina Story That Changed America. The 1954 decision, Brown v. Board of Education (the Supreme Court declared racially segregated public schools unconstitutional), initiated massive change in race relations across the country. Feb. 5-Aug. 15. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.
Mint Museum of Art All Aglow. Through February 15, 2004. 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. Margaret Bourke-White. The photography of design, 1927-1936. Feb. 14-May 2. Through the Eye of the Camera. 19th and 20th century photography. Feb. 14-May 2. Windows into Heaven. “Windows into Heaven: Russian Icons,” from the Robicsek Collection of Religious Art, presents a group of 65 18th and 19th century Russian icons. Through Feb. 15, 2004. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000.
Mint Museum of Craft & Design The Artful Teapot: 20th Century Expressions from the Kamm Collection. An exhibit examining the chameleon-like form of the teapot and how it has become an inventive vehicle for artistic expression in the 20th century. January 31-May 30, 2004. Spectrum: The Sculpture of Jon Kuhn. Works in blown glass. Through Mar. 21, 2004. Tradition & Change: 19th and 20th Century Craft At The Mint. Ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. Wine Classes. Feb. 17: Emerging Wine Regions: Chile, Argentina, South Africa, grape varieties, history/appellations, blending techniques. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. $30. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.
Museum of York County 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. An exhibit of Grant’s work, Storybook Village. Jan. 31-Oct. 31. 4621 Mount Gallant Rd., Rock Hill. 803-329-2121.
Readings & Signings
Barnes & Noble, Arboretum Kristin Henderson. Author will discuss and sign Driving by Moonlight: A Journey Through Love, War, and Infertility. Sat., Feb. 21, 2 p.m. Brad Land. Author will sign and discuss Goat. Tue., Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. 3327 Pineville-Matthews Rd. 704-341-9365.
Newsstand International Gwen Hunter. Mystery writer will sign copies of her latest novel Grave Concerns. Fri., Feb. 20, 12-3 p.m. 5622-128 E. Independence Blvd. 704-531-0199.
The Bookmark Mike Tuggle. Author will sign Confederates in the Boardroom. Tue., Feb. 17, 12-1:30 p.m. 100 N. Tryon St., Suite 265. 704-377-2565.
Spoken Word
Afro-American Cultural Center Harambe Tuesday. A mixture of poetry and discussion, perfect for first time readers or seasoned poets. Every first and third Tuesday. Free. 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
The Evening Muse Yellowman. Theatre for Change will read Dael Orlandersmith’s Yellowman. Wed., Feb. 11, 7 p.m. Free. 3227 N. Davidson St. 704-376-3737.
Jackson’s Java Poetry Open Mic. Hosted by Jonathan Rice. Thu., Feb. 12, 8 p.m. 8544 University City Blvd. 704-595-9526.
Mama’s Caribbean Grill 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. 1504 Central Ave. 704-375-8414.
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.
Tonic The Soul Movement. An underground nite for Spoken Word/Poetry, Soul Classics, Neo-Soul, Deep/Soulful House, Urban Grooves & Underground Hip-Hop. thesoulmovement@mindspring.com. Sundays. $5 before 9:30pm. 1427 E. 4th St. 704-580-7187.
Theater: Openings
The Altruists A dark comedy about a dedicated : if disorganized and demented : group of young radicals. Presented by The Off-Tryon Theatre Company. Feb. 12-14, 18-21, & 26-28; Feb. 18 “Pay What You Can Night” All shows at 8pm. $15 adults, $12 students/seniors. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
Annie Loveable musical and family treat, presented by CPCC Theatre. Feb. 13-14, 20-21 at 8pm; Feb. 15 & 22 at 2:30pm. $12. Pease Auditorium, CPCC, 1200 Elizabeth Ave. 704-330-6534.
Charlotte Squawks! with LUV! A light-hearted musical revue featuring people and events that keep Charlotte talking and squawking. Feb. 13; Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m. $25. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-371-8833.
C.O.T.O: Chocolate On The Outside A play by April Turner, presented by Life As Art Productions. Feb. 13; Feb. 14, 8 p.m. $10. Afro-American Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.
I Do! I Do! A Tom Jones musical traveling the stages of marriage. Feb. 12 – 14, 8pm. $10. Old Courthouse Theatre, 49 Spring Street, NW, Concord. 704-788-2405.
Jungle Book An adaptation of Rudyard Kipling classic, presented by Matthews Playhouse. www.matthewsplayhouse.com. Feb. 13 7:30pm, Feb. 14 2pm & 7:30pm, Feb. 15 2pm, Feb. 19 & 20 7:30pm, Feb. 21 2pm & 7:30pm, Feb. 22 2pm. $7 & $9. Matthews Community Center, 100 McDowell Street, Matthews. 704-846-8343.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream A youth production of the Piedmont Players. www.piedmontplayers.com. Feb. 20-21, 7:30pm; Feb. 21, 2:30pm. $6. Meroney Theater, 213 S. Main St., Salisbury. 704-633-5471.
Theater: Ongoing
1963 BareBones Theatre Group teams up with Torch Bearer productions for 1963 by local playwright Judy Simpson Cook. Feb. 12-14, 19-21 at 8pm; Feb. 22 at 3pm. $15 adults, $12 students. Southend Performing Arts Center, 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
Copenhagen For decades, scientists and historians have pondered about the WWII meeting between two Nobel laureates to discuss the atomic bomb. This drama reenacts this meeting to consider the possibilities. Presented by Charlotte Repertory Theatre. Feb. 10-12, 7:30pm; Feb. 13-14, 8pm; Feb. 15, 2pm; Feb. 18-19, 7:30pm; Feb. 20-21, 8pm; Feb. 22, 2pm & 7:30pm. $24.50 – $37.50. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Neil Simon’s Chapter Two Based on part on the playwright’s life, this play combines laughter with heartache. Feb. 12-14 at 8pm. $12 adults, $10 students/seniors. Little Theatre of Gastonia, 238 S. Clay St., Gastonia. 704-865-0160.
Saturday Night Fever Inspired by the 1977 movie, this musical tells the streetwise New York story of an ambitious and talented Brooklyn kid with a desire to make it big in Manhattan. Includes adult content. Feb. 10-12 at 8pm; Feb. 13 at 8:15pm; Feb. 14 at 2pm & 8:15pm; Feb. 15 at 2pm & 7:30pm. $23-56. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-372-1000.
She Loves Me The perfect romantic, musical comedy. Two feuding co-workers are unwittingly in love with each other as anonymous pen pals.The musical which inspired the movie, You’ve Got Mail. Feb. 12-14, 8pm. Feb. 15, 2:30pm. $17 Thurs/Sun, $22 Fri/Sat. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-376-3777.
Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen What happens when some well known chefs and television personalities compete against one another in a cooking contest? Murder Mystery Dinner Theater produced by About Town Tours. Jan. 23 – Mar. 31, Wed – Sat, 7pm. $32.95 adults, $21.95 children 6-12 (Wed & Thu); $38.95 adults, $24.95 children 6-12 (Fri & Sat). Ovations, 3014 East Independence Blvd. 704-602-2595.
Visual Arts: Openings
Art Preserve Group Exhibit. Currently showing contemporary abstact paintings by Jan Kinslowe, furniture by Beth Phillips, sculptural pieces by Linda Vista and paintings by Eric Olsen. Through March. 3200 A North Davidson. 704-358-8882.
Gallery L, Main Library Gettin’ Along: A View of Racial Integration in America. An exhibit of photographs taken in the 1930s and 1940s by Joe Schwartz. www.plcmc.org/galleryL. Feb. 15-March 28. 310 N. Tryon St. 704-336-2020.
Hart-Witzen Gallery NoDa Gallery. Featuring a new exhibition of original works by regional artists each month. Works from Florence, Italy, by Osiris Rain, through the month of February. Singer-Songwriter Open Mic every Wednesday. Personal Masterpiece Exhibition. An exhibit featuring visual, performance & musical arts of 100 regional artists. Fri., Feb. 20, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. 136 E. 36 St. 704-334-1177.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Surface Matters. Artists from the Southeast explore surface and materials challenging the viewer to look deeper and stretch their awareness, using newspaper, steel, concrete, monofilament, fiber, acrylics and oil. Through Nov 15. 525 North Tryon Street, Suite 140. 704-373-1464.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Art Bar Piper Warlick. Portraits of contemporary women in the style of old Hollywood. Through February. 1501 B. South Tryon St. 704-277-0802.
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Multi-media student works. Included in the exhibit will be artwork from students in Interior Design, Fashion Marketing, Graphic Design and Multimedia & Web Design. Through March 31. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Center of the Earth Gallery Pleasure Places IV. An annual group exhibition featuring artists exploring interior and exterior worlds with varied styles and approaches. Through Feb. 28. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.
Christa Faut Gallery Joana Wardell. “History Lessons,” a solo exhibition of paintings. Feb. 5-March 2. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.
Cuvee Wine & Art Gallery Georgie Pocheptsov. An exhibit of drawings and paintings by Georgie Pocheptsov, an eleven-year-old artist. Opening Reception: Feb. 20, 6-9pm. Feb. 5-March 27. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.
Dalton Gallery J. Michael Simpson. Exhibition entitled Natural Constructions. Through February 18. Center for the Arts, 121 East Main St., Rock Hill. 803-328-2787.
ElderArt Gallery Joseph Greenberg. Retrospective of Paintings by New York artist entitled New York, My Home. Jan. 16 – Feb. 28. Leon A. Makielski. Four Seasons, landscape paintings from the artist’s personal collection. On exhibit through February 21. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.
Fewell Park Gallery, Rock Hill Karen Greene Frazier. A collection of works entitled “Moods, Memories, Dreams, Visions and Possibilities.” Feb. 5-26. 1204 Alexander Rd. 803-329-5649.
The Gallery at Carillon Fiber Images. This exhibition of contemporary fiber will feature 11 wall works by 8 artists. Feb. 5-April 16. 227 W. Trade St. 704-334-8840.
Hidell Brooks Gallery Assemblages. Introducing 10 new collage artists including Andrew Young, Gary Nisbet, Suzi Cozzens, Peter Thiebeault, Gail Raab, Lynn Whipple, Kenna Moser, Patrick Atkinson, Katherine Ace and Suzanne Ulrich. Exhibit runs through Feb. 28. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.
Hodges Taylor Gallery Edward Rice, Matt Overend. Recent monotypes and new paintings from South Carolina artists. Exhibit runs through Feb. 28. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Jerald Melberg Gallery Wolf Kahn. An exhibition of both paintings and pastels inspired by the artist’s sojourns across America. The exhibition will include works from such diverse locations as Hawaii, Michigan and North Carolina. Through Feb. 14. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-3000.
Joie Lassiter Gallery Joe Walters. Selected works from Charleston-based artist featuring works with intricate and complex natural forms, shifting between formalism and realism. Through March 26. 525 North Tryon Street, Suite 140. 704-373-1464.
JS Pottery Gaston County Doctors and Their Art. A grouping of work created by six of Gaston County’s Physicians. Through February. 27 South Main Street, Belmont. 704-829-0360.
Lesbian & Gay Community Center Francisco Gonzales. An exhibit of Charlotte printmaker, a gallery artist with Blue Pony Gallery and Press. Through March 13. 1401 Central Ave. 704-333-0144.
The Light Factory Michael Harrison, An Italian Diary & Frank Hunter’s Sunflowers. Harrison, a Charlotte based artist, made the pictures in the show while teaching in Italy. Feb. 5-March 13. Spirit Square, Knight Gallery, 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755.
Merrill-Jennings Galleries Addie James. A one woman show called A Home of My Own by NC folk artist to benefit Our Towns Habitat for Humanity. Through Feb. 29. 463 S. Main St., Davidson. 704-895-1213.
Redsky Gallery Lee Stewart / Gerin Choiniere. Original works on paper and canvas, sculpture, ceramic, glass, studio furniture, art-to-wear, jewelry, and more. Featuring photographers Gerin Choiniere and Lee Stewart, ceramic artist Corine Guseman and wood artist James Soder. Special Valentine’s Day jewelry by Thomas Mann and Beth Williams. Exhibit runs through Feb. 29. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.
Rowe Arts Galleries, UNCC Brent Oglesbee. An exhibit of scuptures. Through Feb. 20. Rowe Arts Building.
Shain Gallery Small Paintings. A beginning collectors show. Through March 3. 601-B Providence Rd. 704-334-7744.
Van Every Gallery, Davidson College Chuck Close: Prints and Process. This exhibition examines the diverse and innovative methods the artist has developed along with master printmakers to create variations on similar subjects. Through Feb. 27. Davidson. 704-894-2519.
W.D.O. Post-Industrial Romanticism. A group exhibit featuring works in clay, glass and metal. Through March 13. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.
This article appears in Feb 11-17, 2004.
