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MINT MUSEUM RANDOLPH The Art of Affluence: Haute Couture and Luxury Fashions. This exhibition features custom-fitted luxury garments from the top designers of the late-20th and early-21st centuries. Continues through June 30. Chinese Court Robes: The Mint Museum Collection. In 1644, the Manchu-Qing nomads took control over China and imposed dress codes for their ruling imperial family to distinguish these individuals from the general citizenry. A hierarchy of color and decoration distinguished the rank of the wearers. Continues through Dec. 31. The Golden Age of English Art. The 18th century witnessed the "Golden Age of English Art" in which artists explored the variety and abundance of the times. Portraiture ranked high, but no aspect of English life was exempt from the artist's eye, which recorded the triumphs and changes in society. Continues through Dec. 31. The Heights of Fashion: Platform Shoes Then and Now. The exhibition showcases an array of diverse and unique platform shoes from the 1930s through the present. Continues through May 30. The Transformed Self: Performance Masks of Mexico. The works presented in this exhibition come from the primary mask-producing regions of Mexico where dance performances commonly accompany religious rituals and civic events. This includes masks from the states of Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala, Sonora, Sinaloa, Michoacán, Hidalgo and Guerrero. Continues through Dec. 31. 2730 Randolph Road. 704-337-2009. www.mintmuseum.org.
THE LIGHT FACTORY The Romance of the Road: Photographs in Search of the Promised Land. The exhibition, focuses on the continued fascination individuals in America have for getting in a car and driving across the country. Continues through April 11. Vanishing Point: Photography, Filmmaking and Poetry by Students. Students from Olympic High School and Vance High School traveled to meet new friends in far away places. In the exhibition, they use photography and poetry to explore the road and their journey. Continues through April 18. The 38th Annual Members Show. The exhibition showcases works by members of The Light Factory. This includes works in a variety of mediums and formats. Held in McMillan Gallery. Opening reception on Sat., May 22, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. April 26-Aug. 8. My Family, Our Stories: A Photo-Literacy Project with English as a Second Language Students. An exhibition of student work created by English as a Second Language students at several area high schools. The exhibition offers a glimpse into the lives of 75 youths, who recently immigrated to Charlotte and the U.S. Held in Loch Walker Gallery. April 26-June 27. The Light Factory Third Juried Annuale. The Light Factory asked photographers and artists throughout the country to submit challenging and inventive works for this exhibition. The winners are selected from more than 125 entries. Held in Knight Gallery. Opening reception on Sat., May 22, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. April 19-Aug. 15. 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755. www.lightfactory.org.
QUEENS UNIVERSITY Mine: An exhibition of graphic designers. Various forms of visual design work will be on display. Held in Max L. Jackson Gallery, Watkins Building. Continues through April 9. Senior Show. Paintings, sculptures, graphic arts and interior designs by The Art Department's graduating students will all be on display. Held in Max L. Jackson Gallery, Watkins Building. April 29-May 9.1900 Selwyn Ave. 704-337-2200.
REDSKY GALLERY GALLERY Form and Figure: A Spiritual Journey. Featuring works by Ed Byers and Holden McCurry. Continues through May 3. Freedom Park: An Urban Treasure. Featuring works by Terry Thirion. April 9-May 6. Works by Sarah Faulkner and John Geci. Featuring works by Sarah Faulkner and John Geci. May 7-July 6. 1244 East Blvd. 704-377-6400. www.redskygallery.com.
Comedy
THE CHUCKLEHEADS. The Chuckleheads' Slightly Tardy Salute to St. Patrick's Day, Everything Irish, and Green Musical Improv Comedy Variety Extravaganza. Sat., March 20, 8 p.m. $5 if reserved at www.actorscrib.com; $10 at the door. StorySlam, 1401 Central Ave., Ste. 103. For more information, visit www.thechuckleheads.com.
GRANDMA LEE. Comedian who starred in NBC's America's Got Talent. Tue., March 23. $20. Lake Norman Comedy Zone in Galway Hooker, 17044 Kenton Drive, Cornelius. 704-895-1785. www.lkncomedyzone.com.
LISA LAMPANELLI. Sometimes called "Comedy's Lovable Queen of Mean," Lampanelli is know for her raunchy comedy which tackles taboo topics. Fri., March 26, 8 p.m. $37.25. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-372-3600. www.ovensauditorium.com.
ROBOT JOHNSON. Charlotte-based sketch comedy act presents its Late Night Series. March 27, 10 p.m.; April 24, 10 p.m.; May 22, 10 p.m.; June 19, 10 p.m.; July 31, 10 p.m.; Aug. 28, 10 p.m.; Sept. 25, 10 p.m.; Oct. 30, 10 p.m.; Nov. 20, 10 p.m.; Dec. 11, 10 p.m. $15. Carolina Actors Studio Theatre, 1118 Clement Ave. 704-455-8542. www.nccast.com.