Arts Agenda 

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* Levine Museum of the New South Carolina Victorian - Rediscovering the New South's First Architecture. Celebrating the richness of this era which extended from the exterior to the interior, Carolina Victorian treats visitors to photographs of NC Victorian Landmarks, furnished Victorian rooms, scenes of Charlotte from 1905 versus today, and a dollhouse that replicates the tiniest details of a Victorian home. Mon.-Sun. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.

* Mint Museum of Art Art Glass: The Collection of Marjorie and Robert McDorman. Brilliant and elegant examples of art glass from the guilded age. Ranges from small vases and plates to much larger urns and lamps. Included are works from all of the major glassmakers of the period: Galle, Daum, Loetz, Tiffany, Carder, Steuben, Durand and Quezal among others. Mon.-Sun. Continues through June 16. The Gilded Age: Treasures from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. An insightful look, through 60 art masterpieces, into the era in which America assumed a leading role on the world stage. Mon.-Sun. Continues through April 21. Pierre Joseph Redoute: A Man Passionate About Flowers. a presentation of 24 nineteenth century botanical hand-colored engravings from Redoute's most renowned works, Les Lilacees and Les Roses, from public and private collections. Mon.-Sun. Continues through July 28. Pierre-Joseph Redoute: A Man Passionate About Flowers. in honor of botanist Andre Michaux. Mon.-Sun. Continues through July 14. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000 or 704-333-MINT.

Spoken Word

23 Studio/Pat's Tavern Open Mic Spoken Word Poetry Night. a chance for all local poets, drummers and entertainers to come showcase their talent. After each poetry session you can stay and listen to DJ Live and an up and coming musical act to follow. There will also be local incense, oil, art and jewelry vendors at the event. Thursdays. $5 before 10:30pm, $10 thereafter. 3209 N. Davidson St. 704-370-6107.

Crystal on the Plaza Reggae Club Wisdom Wednesdays. at Crystal on the Plaza Reggae Club, 3018 The Plaza Rd. Open Mic, Spoken Word, Poetry and other conscious thoughts and expressions. Word, Sound & Power...Roots, Culture & Knowledge. Hosted by Aquiyla and Nina, MC by Filmore, Musical Innervissions by DJ DR and DJ Justice. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. 3018 The Plaza. 704-376-3799.

The Hungry Duck City Lit. Featuring 6 of Charlottes most prized poets, each unique and powerful. Two open mic sessions, before and after featured poets. Featuring: Filmore Johnson of Rhythm Theory, Kristen Foster, Andell McCoy, Exodus, Brian LeBrasseur, and Michelle Parks. More information? www.citylit.net. Sat., April 6, 7-10 p.m. $2 at the door. 607 W. 5th St., next door to Hart Witzen Gallery.

Theater: Openings

9 x 9 @ 9 The popular series returns. The spring presentation contains adult content and is not appropriate for children. Featured playwrights are Laura Pfizenmayer, Skip Morgan, Sam Post, Ann Marie Oliva, Michael Davidson, Douglas Andre Welton, Terri Collin, Terry Roueche, and Alexander Speer. April 12, 9 p.m.; April 13, 9 p.m. $9. Theatre Charlotte, 501 Queens Rd. 704-334-9128.

The Barber of Seville presented by Opera Carolina. April 4, 8 p.m.; April 6, 8 p.m.; April 7, 2 p.m. $12-$50. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.

Clue: The Musical based on the popular Parker Brothers board game, this rousing, fun filled musical brings the world's best-known mystery suspects to life on the stage and invites the audience to play along while solving the mystery. April 12, 7:30 p.m.; April 13, 7:30 p.m.; April 19, 7:30 p.m.; April 20, 7:30 p.m. $10. Wingate University. 704-289-7000.

Faith County Play. April 12, 8 p.m.; April 13, 8 p.m.; April 18, 8 p.m.; April 19, 8 p.m.; April 20, 8 p.m. $5. Mooresville Community Theatre, 215 North Main St., Mooresville. 704-662-1025.

Fiddler on the Roof the world's most beloved musical is back on tour with a celebrated new production starring Theodore Bikel as the quintessential Tevye, the humble milkman who struggles to preserve his family traditions in the face of a changing world. April 9, 8 p.m.; April 10, 8 p.m.; April 11, 8 p.m.; April 12, 8:15 p.m.; April 13, 2 p.m. & 8:15 p.m.; April 14, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $20-$58. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-522-6500.

Let Your Children Tell the story of the Holocaust told in the words of five young people who experienced it. Wed., April 10. Free and open to the public. Jewish Community Center, 5007 Providence Road. 704-944-6764.

Miss Firecracker Contest by Beth Henley. April 4, 8 p.m.; April 5, 8 p.m.; April 6, 8 p.m.; April 11, 8 p.m.; April 12, 8 p.m.; April 13, 8 p.m. $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.