Arts Agenda 

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Jackson's Java Poetry Open Mic. Jonathan Rice will host a poetry open mic at 8pm. Call for details. Thu., Nov. 14. 8544 University City Blvd. 704-595-9526.

Nubian Rootz Cultural Center Free Artistic Expression. Artistic expression of sound through poetry and music. The event will feature spoken word artists, poets and singers. Participate in the open mic session. Veggie samples will be available while they last. Fri., Nov. 22, 8 p.m. 4801-M N. Tryon St. 704-537-9757.

Swing 1000 Rhythm Theory Tuesdays. Enjoy open mic poetry, music, and dancing. Doors open at 6pm. Poetry begins at 7:30pm. Tuesdays. Free before 7:15pm. 1000 Central Ave. 704-334-4443.

Visulite Theatre WordPhoria. Jessica Deltac emcees. The $5 cover is waived for anyone who wants to read from their journal, recite poetry or perform an original song with instrumental back-up. Call if you are interested in performing. Wed., Nov. 20, 7 p.m. 1615 Elizabeth Ave. 704-566-6566.

Theater: Openings

3rd Annual Coffee House Featuring the Theatre Arts III/IV class' staging of theatre teacher Andy Rassler's original play, "I Said," a commentary on the sometimes upside-down perceptions and realities of who we are, focusing on the chasm between adolescents and adults. Thu., Nov. 14, 7-9 p.m. Northwest Cabarrus High School, 5130 NW Cabarrus Dr., Concord. 704-788-4111.

Emily Dickinson This fact-based performance by Connie Clark gives her audience an amazing glimpse into the world of Emily Dickinson's poetry. Reservations are highly recommended. Fri., Nov. 15, 10 a.m. $3 per person. McCelvey Center, York, 212 E. Jefferson St., York. 803-684-3948 ext. 21.

Harry Chapin's Cotton Patch Gospel A bluegrass musical about the life of Jesus set in 21st century Georgia. Featuring Franklin Golden in a one-man show with the internationally acclaimed Shady Grove Band. Wed., Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m. $20-$60. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-333-0378.

The Ice Cream Man An award-winning play about the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse. Recommended for 7th grade and up. Tue., Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Children's Theatre of Charlotte. 704-376-5745.

The Illusion By Tony Kushner. This play weaves obsession and caprice, romance and murder, fact and fiction, into an exploration of the greatest illusion of all- love. Based on L'illusion comique by Pierre Corneille. Presented by BareBones Theatre Group. Nov. 14-16, 8 p.m.; Nov. 17, 3 p.m.; Nov. 22-23, 8 p.m.; Nov. 24, 3 p.m. $8 students and seniors, $10-$12 adults. Afro-American Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St. 704-375-2536.

Into the Woods Stephen Sondheim's musical will be presented in Keppel Auditorium on campus. The production is based on Grimm's book of fairy tales with a darker twist- Cinderella is ambivalent, Little Red Riding Hood is bloodthirsty and Prince Charming has a roving eye. Nov. 20-23, 7:30 p.m. $10 adults, $8 students and senior citizens. Group rates area available. Catawba College, 2300 West Innes St., Salisbury. 704-637-4481.

The Memory of Water by Shelagh Stephenson, directed by Bill Neville. Summoned by the death of their mother, three sisters return to their childhood home to sort through her belongings and to confront the lives they left behind. Contains adult language, subject matter, and situations. All shows are in the Black Box Theatre of Cunningham Fine Arts Building. Nov. 20, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 22, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 23, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 24, 2 p.m. $4 general admission. Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2135.

Much Ado About Nothing Shakespeare's classic romantic comedy takes a twist in the hands of managing director, John Hartness. Featuring husband and wife team Stan Peal and Laura Depta as storm-tossed lovers Benedick and Beatrice. Nov. 20 is Pay What You Can Night. Nov. 14-16, 8 p.m.; Nov. 20-23, 8 p.m. $15 adults, $12 students & seniors. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.

My Three Angels Directed by Millie Elting. Nov. 14, 7 p.m.; Nov. 15, 7 p.m.; Nov. 16, 7 p.m.; Nov. 17, 7 p.m.; Nov. 21, 7 p.m.; Nov. 22, 7 p.m.; Nov. 23, 7 p.m. $12 adults, $10 students/seniors. Little Theatre of Gastonia, 238 S. Clay St., P.O. Box 302, Gastonia. 704-865-0160.

The Nightingale Performed by the Grey Seal Puppets. Receiving gifts every day of the year sounds like a dream come true. But for the mighty Emperor the dream turns into a nightmare. Adapted from the Hans Christian Anderson story. For ages 6 and up. Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 16, 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.; Nov. 17, 2 p.m. Center $8, side $6. Children's Theatre of Charlotte.

Poets 6/15 The evening will feature six world premieres of interdisciplinary, collaborative, 15-minute pieces by an eclectic mix of local and national dancers, actors, visual artists, videographers and musicians who will combine their talents for this event. Nov. 13-16, 8 p.m.; Nov. 17, 7 p.m. $10-$15. Hart-Witzen Gallery, 611 W. 5th St. 704-334-1177.