The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Charlotte.
At its heart, Hell’s Kitchen is not simply a musical based on the life of the incomparable, Alicia Keys, it is a coming-of-age, autobiographical-inspired story that explores the complexities of single parenting, generational differences, and a young woman’s determination to discover her own ide
What did our critic think of HELL'S KITCHEN at Blumenthal Performing Arts?
Bringing a boatload of fresh information and perspective to the history of the Trail of Tears, along with the lasting injustices suffered by the Cherokee Nation, Mary Kathryn Nagle speaks out for the righteousness of the Cherokee cause and for reconciliation between longstanding Cherokee factions.
What an exciting evening - ASCAP partnered with Motown Gospel at a cocktail mixer to honor some of ASCAP members who were nominated for the 2026 Stellar Awards, located (for the first time), in Charlotte, NC.
Sheldon Rhoden delivers an outstanding performance, lending his smooth vocals to many of Marvin Gaye's greatest hits, including 'I Heard It Through the Grapevine,' 'Let's Get It On,' 'Distant Lover,' 'I Want You,' and 'Sexual Healing'.
I have been attending the International Black Theatre Festival since 2009, and it has yet to disappoint me.
The 2026 ACE Awards was an unforgettable evening filled with exceptional performances, heartfelt acceptance speeches, inspiring worship, and well-deserved recognition.
Funkier and more humbly budgeted than Charlotte Ballet's extravaganzas at larger venues, FLIP at the McBride Bonnefoux provided a different kind of adventure, substituted promise for polish, and dug deeper into the company's soul.
Scottish Ballet's MARY, QUEEN OF SCOTS is likely to stand as the most spectacular triumph at Spoleto Festival USA 2026, and festival founder Gian Carlo Menotti's 1939 radio opera, THE OLD MAID AND THE THIEF, will probably remain the best theatre.
THE NOTEBOOK The Musical was a charming chamber piece when I first read Bekah Brunstetter's adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' breakout bestseller.
'A Raisin In The Sun', performed at Lee St.
When Charlotte Symphony announced their 2025-26 schedule last March, they couldn’t have predicted the serendipity of two recent concerts a year later.
August Wilson’s brilliance in exposing generational trauma, societal pressure, and the complexity of Black male identity is on full display.
We are gloriously entertained and usefully educated by SUFFS, with a score from Shaina Taub that outshines HAMILTON, but perhaps we should also be more challenged.
Musically and dramatically, THE OUTSIDERS plays like a top-notch chamber version of WEST SIDE STORY: less-heated animosities between the gangs, no symphonic aspirations to the music, and no hormones - none of these Greaser dudes has a girl! But when the music, the jagged choreography, and the specia
Yes, Davidson Community Players’ executive director Steve Kaliski certainly had a point this past weekend when he declared, “My kingdom for The Autumn’s Tale!” DCP had invited Shepherd Shakespeare Company, which normally performs outdoors at The Barn on Monroe Road, to perform THE WINTER’S
The event was a strong representation of the transformative power of the arts and the importance of creating platforms for Black playwrights and performers.
What a remarkable and entertaining night of theatre.
Tonight, I traveled back to my childhood as 'The Sound Of Music' stopped over at The Belk Theatre, in Charlotte, NC as it performs on stages throughout the U.
BESSIE COLEMAN, FEARLESS AND FREE was educational, inspiring, and uplifting.
What did our critic think of THE SUNSET LIMITED at The Arts Factory?
What better way to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th anniversary than to introduce an admirable musical adaptation of her most beloved book, Pride and Prejudice? Thanks to Lindsay Warren Baker & Amanda Jacobs' AUSTEN PRIDE, we have a near-perfect celebration, beautifully balancing P&P's exquisite comedy
Electricidad reminded me of West Side Story in concept with the Latin traditions, gang affiliations, and family expectations.
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Barry Bostwick Carolina Theatre (10/17-10/17) |
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The Reservoir Three Bone Theatre (5/07-5/23) |
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Little Big Town Ovens Auditorium (11/27-11/27) |
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Her Name Was Frankie: A Frankie Silver Story Parkway Playhouse (10/02-10/11) |
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Six Degrees of Separation Theatre Charlotte (4/09-4/18) |
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Foothills Pops: Holiday Spectacular J.E. Broyhill Civic Center (12/04-12/04) |
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Terminus Theatre Charlotte (3/05-3/21) |
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Masterworks: Romantic Masters P.E. Monroe Auditorium (5/22-5/22) |
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Rock of Ages: Youth Edition Morrison Youth Theatre (10/16-10/18) |
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Lost in Yonkers Theatre Charlotte (1/22-2/07) |
