Classical Music
The Billy Goats Gruff Opera Carolina and the Public Library of Charlotte and Meck. County to offer performances of the Opera Express touring program. www.operacarolina.org. Nov. 13, 2pm at Morrison Regional Library. Free. 704-332-7177 ext. 209.
Charlotte Symphony Performing Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet and a finale by Borodin’s Second Symphony, featuring violinist Kyoko Takezawa. www.charlottesymphony.org. Nov. 12; Nov. 13, 8 p.m. $14-$68. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.
Davidson College Symphony Orchestra Featured work will be Dvorak’s New World Symphony. Tue., Nov. 16, 8 p.m. Free. Duke Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.
Dresden Philharmonic Protegee Julia Fischer will be performing. Sun., Nov. 14, 3 p.m. $15-$65. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-335-1010.
The King’s Singers A benefit for the Boys & Girls Choirs at St. Peter’s. Thu., Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. $35. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Rock Hill Chamber Orchestra Thomas Hildreth, conductor. Sun., Nov. 14, 8 p.m. Free. Frances May Barnes Recital Hall, Winthrop University. 803-323-2255.
St. Lawrence String Quartet A concert series performance from the St. Lawrence String Quartet. Tyler-Tallman Hall. Wed., Nov. 17, 8 p.m. $10-$15. Sloan Music Center, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.
York County Choral Society Fall Concert A program of short works voted as favorites of YCCS audiences and choruses. Sun., Nov. 14, 7 p.m. $10-$15. First Presbyterian Church-Rock Hill. 803-817-1813.
Comedy
Charlotte Comedy Theater Extreme Improv. A high energy, audience interactive show similar to “Who’s Line Is It Anyway?” Shows rated R. www.extremeimprov.com. Fri, 10pm; Sat, 8pm (non-smoking) & 10pm. $10. 1111 – D Hawthorne Ln. 866-467-7681.
The Pink Turtle Sketchprov Experience Comedy. Whose Line, Second City, and Sketchprovstyle improv comedy. Reservations suggested.www.pinkturtle.net. Thu., Wine Up, 3306-C N. Davidson; Fri., Tyber Creek Pub, 1933 S. Blvd,; Sat., Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 E. Morehead St.; All at 8pm. Free. 704-301-1564.
Dance
Davidson College Dance Ensemble More than 130 students will be presenting ballet, modern, lyrical, jazz, hip hop, Latin, tap, and step dances. Nov. 12, 8 p.m.; Nov. 13, 8 p.m. $3. Duke Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.
Innovative Works A showcase of innovative choreography by North Carolina Dance Theatre dancers Uri Sands and Mary Hudetz, Septime Weber and Daryle Gray, and Mark Godden. www.ncdance.org. Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 12, 8 p.m.; Nov. 13, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. $35-$40. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.
On Your Toes Jazz, ballet and gangsters collide in this musical comedy. www.uncc.edu/dance. Nov. 11:13 at 8pm; Nov. 14 at 2pm. $5-$15. Robinson Hall, UNCC. 704-687-2599.
Winthrop Dance Theatre Evening of works choreographed by faculty and guest artists. Nov. 10-13, 8 p.m., Nov. 14, 2 p.m. $5-$10. Johnson Theatre, Winthrop University. 803-323-2287.
Museums
Charlotte Museum of History American Indian Traditions. Learn about the traditions of North Carolina’s native people through storytelling, crafts, music, and dance. Sat., Nov. 13, 1-4 p.m. $6. American Indian Traditions. Including storytelling, crafts, music and dancing. Sat., Nov. 13, 1-4 p.m. $6. American Indian Traditions. Learn about the traditions of North Carolina’s native people with storytelling, crafts, music, and dancing. Sat., Nov. 13, 1-4 p.m. $6. Distinguished Speaker Series: David Brooks. Brooks is an author, political analyst, and New York Times columnist. The lecture will be followed by a reception and book signing. Tue., Nov. 16, 8 p.m. Free. Main Streets of Our State. A traveling photography exhibit. Nov. 4-Jan. 2. Our Changing Landscape: Early Views of People and Place in the Carolina Piedmont. An exhibition that illustrates and interprets the changes in the Carolina Piedmont landscape. Nov. 4-May 25. Stitched from the Soul. The Farmer-James collection of African American quilts. Nov. 4-March 25. 3500 Shamrock Dr. 704-568-1774.
Discovery Place Communication Exhibit. Follow electronic messages around the world, see your voice, and get a glimpse at the next generation of the information age. Nov. 4-Jan. 10. Donald Haack. Author of Bush Pilot in Diamond Country will discuss and sign his book. Wed., Nov. 10, 6-8 p.m. Omnimax. Omnimax is closed for renovations through mid-November. www.discoveryplace.org. 301 N. Tryon St. 704-372-6261.
Levine Museum of the New South Cotton Fields to Sky Scrapers. Tue.-Sun. Living Traditions. Folk Arts of the American South. Nov. 4-Jan. 9. We’re Still Here: Native Americans in the Southeast. Nov. 4-Jan. 9. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.
Mint Museum of Art Andrew Wyeth: The Helga Pictures. An opportunity to see the work of America’s foremost realist artist. Nov. 4-Jan. 9. Guild of Charlotte Artists. Guest Tommie Robinson will present on “Painting Egg Tempera in Watercolor.” Wed., Nov. 17, 7 p.m. Free. North Carolina Pottery: A Restless Tradition. Nov. 4-Feb. 27. Porcelain American Style. July 31, 2004-June 14, 2005. Pottery American Style. Nov. 4-Feb. 20. Red, White, and Brew. The Young Affiliates of the Mint are hosting this beer festival featuring microbrews. Entertainment by Josh Queen and Craig DeLuchia. www.youngaffiliates.org. Fri., Nov. 12, 7 p.m. $15-$25. VantagePoint III: Elizabeth Turk – The Collars. Nov. 4-Dec. 31. Young Affiliates of the Mint. Join the Young Affiliates for Hops Harvest: Red, White, and Brew. Enjoy food from City Tavern and music by Josh Queen. www.youngaffiliates.org. Fri., Nov. 12, 7-11 p.m. $15-$25. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000.
Mint Museum of Craft & Design The Nature of Craft and the Penland Experience. Nov. 4-Jan. 30. Speaking Volumes: Vessels from the Collections of Mint Museums. Nov. 4-April 17. Tradition & Change: 19th and 20th Century Craft At The Mint. Tue.-Sun. Wine Classes. Topics: Champagne Styles and Tastes, Appellations, Sekt, Cava, Methode Champenoise, Geography & Climates, Food Pairings. Nov. 16, 6:30-8pm. $30. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.
Museum of York County Eewww, Yuck!. Understanding Nature’s Most Unhuggable Creatures. Through Summer 2005. Our Changing Landscapes: Early views of people and places in Carolina Piedmont. Nov. 4-May 15. 4621 Mount Gallant Rd., Rock Hill. 803-329-2121.
Readings & Signings
Discovery Place Donald Haack. Author of Bush Pilot in Diamond Country will discuss and sign his book. Wed., Nov. 10, 6-8 p.m. 301 N. Tryon St. 704-372-6261.
Gaston County Public Library Stephen Kirk. Author will read and discuss Scribblers: Stalking the Authors of Appalachia. Tue., Nov. 16, 7 p.m. 1555 East Garrison Blvd, Gastonia. 704-868-2167.
Park Road Books Sena Jeter Naslund. Author will sign Four Spirits. Wed., Nov. 10, 7 p.m. Walter Lamb. Author will sign So You Think You’re a Good Citizen. Thu., Nov. 11, 7 p.m. Barbara Perry. Author will sign North Carolina Pottery. Sat., Nov. 13, 1 p.m. Tricia Wagner. Author will sign It Happened on the Oregon Trail. Mon., Nov. 15, 7 p.m. Steve Cushman. Author will sign Portisville. Tue., Nov. 16, 7 p.m. Park Road Shopping Center, 4139 Park Rd. 704-525-9239.
Spoken Word
Jackson’s Java Poetry Open Mic. Hosted by Jonathan Rice. Thu., Nov. 11, 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.freewebs.com/motifentertainment. Every second and last Saturday of the month at 10pm-until. $7 cover. 1504 Central Ave. 704-375-8414.
Theater: Openings
The Burning of Fingertips A collection of short monologues and performance art pieces built around the common theme of reconnecting with emotions that have long-since been lost. Presented by Actors Scene Unseen. www.actorssceneunseen.com. Sat., Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. $10. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Godspell Performances of Stephen Schwartz’ rock musical. Nov. 11-13 & 18-20, 8pm. $10. Haid Theatre, Belmont Abbey College, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd., Belmont. 704-825-6787.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat The musical, starring Jon Secada, chronicles the story of Joseph’s rise to power. Nov. 16-21, Tues-Thurs, 8pm; Fri-Sat, 8:15pm; Sat, Sun Matinee, 2:00pm; Sun, 7:30pm. $23-$64. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.
Pastiche: An Original Work A transPerformance created by an ensemble of actors, musicians, dancers, and visual artists. Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 21, 2 p.m. $4-$6. Davidson College. 704-894-2340.
Theater: Ongoing
Bright Ideas Macbeth meets McParenting in this satirical farce that shows how far parents will go to get their child in the most prestigious preschool. www.actorstheatrecharlotte.org. Nov. 3-20, Wed-Thu, 7:30pm; Fri-Sat, 8pm; Nov. 14, 2:30pm. $17-$22. Actor’s Theatre, 650 E. Stonewall Street. 704-342-2251.
Charlotte’s Web An adaptation of the timeless children’s classic. www.matthewsplayhouse.com. Nov. 11-12, 7:30pm; Nov. 13, 2pm & 7:30pm; Nov. 14, 2pm. $5-$9. Matthews Playhouse, 100 McDowell St. 704-846-8343.
Getting away with Murder What happens when members of a group therapy circle arrive to find their therapist murdered and evidence that one of them did it. Nov. 11-12. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
Picasso at the Lapin Agile Albert Einstein meets Pablo Picasso in a Paris bistro, Lapin Agile, where they exchange views on life, sex, math, art, and science. www.theatrecharlotte.org. Oct.28- Nov.14, Thurs-Sat, 8pm; Nov. 14, 2:30pm. $17-$22. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-376-3777.
The Vagina Monologues A presentation of Eve Ensler’s groundbreaking theatrical work. www.offtryon.net. Nov. 10-13, 8pm. $15. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
The Wedding Reception A dinner theater comedy presented by About Town Tours and Rock Hill Community Theatre. www.rhcommunitytheatre.org. Nov. 11, 6:30pm. $45. The City Club, Rock Hill, 140 East Main St. 803-324-2578.
Visual Arts: Openings
Christa Faut Gallery Jewelry Show. Also a group exhibition of paintings by Gallery artists. Nov. 16-Dec. 30. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.
Davidson College Faculty Exhibition. New paintings and sculptures from art faculty members Herb Jackson, Russ Warren, Cort Savage and visiting member McArthur Freeman. Van Every/Smith Galleries. Nov. 15-Dec. 8.
Fu’s Custom Tattoos The Greatest Sketch Show On Earth. A collection of sketches by over 80 tattoo artists from across. Opening Reception: Nov. 14, 7pm-12am. Nov. 14-Dec. 14. 901-D N. Tryon St. 704-376-4556.
Icehouse Center Gallery, Davidson Designer Jewelry. A group exhibition. Opening Reception: Nov. 12, 6-9pm. Through November. 432 S. Main St. 704-892-7323.
Redsky Gallery Art of Food and Wine. An evening of tasting and art sale. Fri., Nov. 12, 6 p.m. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.
W.D.O. The Language of Wood. Nov. 16-Dec. 31. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center Winter’s Eve Ball Fundraiser. Sat., Nov. 13. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1882.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Charlotte-Mecklenburg High School Teachers. A combination of mixed media, 2- and 3-dimensional work from various instructors within the public school system. Through December. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Art Preserve New paintings by Jan Kinslowe. Through Dec. 24. 3200 A North Davidson. 704-358-8882.
Bank of America Plaza 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. Curated by Joie Lassiter Gallery. Also at First Citizens, 128 S. Tryon. Through Nov 15. 101 South Tryon Street. 704-373-1464.
Belk Visual Arts Center, Davidson College Faculty Art Exhibition. Through Dec. 8. 704-894-2519.
Blue Pony Gallery & Press Mary Lou Sussman. An exhibition of landscape-inspired monotypes. Through Nov. 27. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.
Breathe Art Space Portraits: A Comparative Look. A group exhibition. Through Dec. 24. 228 Caldwell Lane, Suite B, Davidson. 704-896-1799.
Center of the Earth Gallery Paintings by Roberto Azank and Glass Sculptures by Wes Hunting. Through Dec. 24. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.
Charlotte Art League Fall into Art. A group exhibition. Through Nov. 27. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.
Clay on Camden Clay Works by Andy Smith. And photography by Daniel Coston. Through November. 1510 Camden Rd. 704-790-2326.
CPCC Art Gallery Asbury, Kentucky. Works by Kevin Sparks. Nov. 5-Dec. 17. Elizabeth Ave. 704-330-6480.
Cuvee Wine & Art Gallery Natalie Bork. Through Nov. 27. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.
ElderArt Gallery Ringling Comes to Town. Paintings by the school’s faculty and students. Through December. Art for Collectors. Nov. 5-Dec. 31. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.
Gallery 620 Nicolai Froehlich. An exhibition of recent landscape photography. Through Jan. 5. 620 W. Morehead St. 704-618-9966.
The Gallery at Carillon Tanja Softic. Exhibition titled On the Nature of Things. Through Jan. 21. 227 W. Trade St. 704-334-8840.
Gallery L, Main Library Unchained Memories: Readings from Slave Narratives. Multi-media including photos, reproductions of rare books, prints, and interactive presentations. Nov. 7-Jan. 2. 310 N. Tryon St. 704-336-2020.
George A. Batte Jr. Fine Arts Center, Wingate University Byron Baldwin. An exhibit of large-scale photographs. Reception Nov. 12, 6-7:30pm. Nov. 4-12. 704-233-8300.
Green Rice Designs & Studio Joshua 2. An exhibition of new paintings by conceptual expressionist. Through November. 510 E. 35th St. 704-344-0300.
Hidell Brooks Gallery Still Lifes & Street Scenes. Group exhibition of gallery artists. Nov. 5- Dec. 23, 2004. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.
Hodges Taylor Gallery Maud Gatewood. A mini-perspective of artist. Through November. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Icehouse Center Gallery, Davidson Art for the Holidays. Opening Reception, Nov. 12, 6-9 p.m. Nov. 5-Dec. 30. 432 S. Main St. 704-892-7323.
Jerald Melberg Gallery Andrew Wyeth: America’s Painter. An exhibit of watercolors. Nov. 4-27. Brian Rutenberg. New paintings of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Nov. 4-27. 625 S. Sharon Amity Rd. 704-365-3000.
The Light Factory Searchings: The Secret Landscapes of Flowers. Exhibition of fashion photographer Barbara Bordnick’s large chromogenic photographic prints. Nov. 4-Dec. 9. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755.
McColl Center for Visual Art Fall 2004 Artists-in-Residence. Through Nov. 22. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535.
Modern Eye Gallery Abstraction Today. Grand opening exhibit featuring the diversity of abstraction in painting, printmaking, and photography. Nov. 5-Dec. 17. 1923-A South Blvd. 704-333-3190.
Shain Gallery Natural Response. Works of William Jameson. Nov. 5-30. 601 Providence Rd. 704-334-7744.
W.D.O. Four Voices. From the mountains. Through Nov. 13. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.
This article appears in Nov 10-16, 2004.
