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Arts Agenda
CL's guide to dance, theater, comedy, spoken word, classical music and visual arts, *indicates critics' picks.
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*Mint Museum of Art American Modern, 1925-1940: Design for a New Age. an exhibition to illustrate the competitive creative spirit of Americans. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Dec. 31. Celebrating the Legacy of Romare Bearden. a two part juried exhibition inspired by Bearden's collages, subjects, style, or Carolina roots. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Oct. 27. Cycles of Life in African Art: Fantasy Coffins from Ghana. works arranged according to the themes of: Everyday Life, Power and Prestige, and Birth and Death. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Sept. 22. Everyman's Gold. English lustreware from the Collection of John Elsley. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Dec. 1. Family Tours, Celebrating the Legacy. These drop-in guided tours focus on the artwork of African American artists featured in the special exhibitions and permanent collections of the Mint. Open to all ages. For groups of 15 or more, please call for reservations. 2pm. Tue., Sat. Continues through Sept. 29. Narratives of African American Art and Identity. The David C. Driskell Collection. Artists include Edward Bannister, Henry O. Tanner, Jacob Lawrence, Elizabeth Catlett, William Johnson, Romare Bearden and Sam Gilliam. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Oct. 27. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000 or 704-333-MINT.
Mint Museum of Craft & Design Coming of Age. traces the evolution of the museum's collection (1937 to the present), illustrating the work of some of the 20th and 21st century's craftspeople and designers. Tue.-Sun. Continues through April 6. Currents In Craft. Ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. Point of View: Public and Private Collecting Part I. Point of View demonstrates how materials, techniques and themes guide collectors on their quest to shape meaningful collections. Sept. 21-Feb. 23. Tradition & Change: 19th and 20th Century Craft At The Mint. ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.
Spoken Word
23 Studio/Pat's Tavern Open Mic Spoken Word Poetry Night. A chance for all local poets, drummers, entertainers to showcase their talent. Thursdays $5 before 10:30pm, $10 thereafter. 3209 N. Davidson St. 704-370-6107.
Club Myxx Organik Funk. Hip-Hop, Spoken Word open mic. Sundays, 9 p.m. $5. 3110 S. Tryon St. 704-623-0058.
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.
Jackson's Java Poetry Open Mike. hosted by Jonathan Rice at 8pm. Thu., Sept. 12. 8544 University City Blvd. 704-595-9526.
Theater: Openings
Bent This play by Martin Sherman was the first piece of dramatic literature to address the issues of the treatment of homosexuals in Nazi Germany and their persecution in the Holocaust. Directed by John Hartness and featuring Artistic Director Glenn Griffin. Sept. 12-14, 8 p.m.; Sept. 19-21, 8 p.m.; Sept. 26-28, 8 p.m. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
Coffee of the Gods and Changeover Interview Two brand-new short one-act plays by Stan Peal, will premiere at Off-Tryon's NoDa New Play Festival. Coffee of the Gods, a satire about the robust and flavorful deity, and Changeover Interview, a drama about two mysterious women. The shows will be performed together on the festival's Short Play Slam nights. Sept. 16, 8 p.m.; Sept. 23, 8 p.m. $10, individual show. $15, a pass for all festival performances. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
The Commedia Puss in Boots A classic fairy tale performed by the Tarradiddle Players. For ages 5 and up. Appearance by the Charlotte Symphony Ensemble at the 4pm performances on Sept. 22 & 29. Sept. 20, 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 21, 1 p.m.; Sept. 22, 2 p.m. & 4 p.m.; Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 28, 3 p.m.; Sept. 29, 2 p.m. & 4 p.m. Center $10, Side $8. Children's Theatre of Charlotte.
First Ever NoDa New Play Fest and Short Play Slam Join OTTC as we present staged readings of new plays by Charlotte playwrights. There will be staged readings of new works on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The Short Play Slam will be presented Monday nights, where playwrights gather, a la poetry slams, to present as many fresh short plays as can fit into an evening. Sept. 16-18; Sept. 23-25. Individual events are $10, or purchase a PlayPass for $15 that grants admission to all readings and Slams. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
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