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Davidson Community Players to Stage SHREK THE MUSICAL JR. in February
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Davidson Community Players will present SHREK THE MUSICAL JR., featuring young actors from The Connie Company, at the Cain Center for the Arts from February 6-14.
Western Piedmont Symphony to Host MASTERWORKS: ROMANTIC MASTERS in January 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Western Piedmont Symphony, the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina, will present Masterworks: Romantic Masters. This winter Masterworks concert invites audiences to gather and celebrate the season.
UNCSA Community Music School Launches Junior Appalachian Music Program
by A.A. Cristi - January 15, 2026
UNCSA Community Music School has announced the launch of its Junior Appalachian Music Program, with classes starting on February 17, 2026. The program aims to provide music education focused on Appalachian traditions.
Stefano Vignati to Return to Opera Carolina for Puccini's SUOR ANGELICA and GIANNI SCHICCHI
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2026
Maestro Stefano Vignati will return to Opera Carolina to lead performances of Puccini's Gianni Schicchi and Suor Angelica. The event will feature the Charlotte Symphony and showcase an international cast.
Spoleto Festival USA Reveals 2026 Season Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary
by Stephi Wild - January 14, 2026
​​​​​​​Spoleto Festival USA has announced its 2026 season, running May 22–June 7, 2026, featuring more than 110 performances across opera, dance, theater, music, jazz, and community programs.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Charlotte Awards
by BWW Awards - January 14, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Charlotte Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
MUSIC ON THE ROCK CONCERT SERIES Comes to Flat Rock Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
Flat Rock Playhouse will host the 2026 MUSIC ON THE ROCK concert series, featuring a lineup of performances inspired by legendary musicians. This event series, set in the scenic venue of Flat Rock, North Carolina, offers a unique cultural experience with live music that pays homage to iconic artists.
Comedian Jo Koy To Bring New Tour To The North Charleston Performing Arts Center In April
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Comedian Jo Koy will return to the stage at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center on April 10, 2026. Tickets for the event will go on sale this Friday, offering fans a chance to see the popular comedian live.
Warehouse Pac & Cct Return to Booth Playhouse With Dark Comedy WINK
by Gillian Blum - January 11, 2026
Warehouse's CCT presents its next production, Wink by Jen Silverman, a dark, contemporary comedy running at Blumenthal's Booth Playhouse January 30 to February 1, and at Warehouse Studio Theatre, February 6 through 8, 2026.
TOPSY-TURVY CINDERELLA Begins This Month At Children’s Theatre Of Charlotte
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte will present its all-new comedy TOPSY-TURVY CINDERELLA from January 10 through January 25 at the Wells Fargo Playhouse at ImaginOn.
THE WINTER'S TALE to be Presented at Davidson Community Players and Shepherd Shakespeare Company
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Davidson Community Players will kick off its 61st season in January at Armour Street Theatre with a co-production of Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale in partnership with Charlotte's Shepherd Shakespeare Company.
Review: QUEEN CITY ARTS FESTIVAL, INC. at Mint Museum
by Vickie Evans - December 12, 2025
The event was a strong representation of the transformative power of the arts and the importance of creating platforms for Black playwrights and performers.
Review: BE A LION at Booth Playhouse
by Vickie Evans - December 12, 2025
What a remarkable and entertaining night of theatre. 'Be A Lion' was absolutely sensational. Based on a spinoff of The Wizard of Oz/The Wiz, 'Be A Lion' answers the proposed question, 'What happened to the Emerald City after 'The Wizard' left? What an incredible journey with sensational songs and glamourous costumes.
Tickets on Sale This Week For HAMILTON at DPAC
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
 Producer Jeffrey Seller and DPAC announced single tickets for the Triangle return of the Musical Revolution, HAMILTON, on stage May 20 – June 14 for four weeks only.  Learn more here!
RHINOCEROS Comes to Switch Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Following up on their relaunch, Switch Theatre Company will kick off their four-show 2026 season with Eugene Ionesco's classic allegory, Rhinoceros. Learn more about the production here!
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE and More Set for The Flat Rock Playhouse 2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Connection is the heart of every great story, and the heartbeat of Flat Rock Playhouse. In 2026, they celebrate the universal themes that unite us — love, resilience, and community — through seven productions.
Railroad Earth, The Infamous Stringdusters and More Join MERLEFEST 2026 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
MerleFest, presented by Window World, has added Railroad Earth, The Infamous Stringdusters, Joy Oladokun, Maggie Rose, The Castellows, AJ Lee & Blue Summit, and more to its 2026 lineup.
Western Piedmont Symphony to Present FOOTHILLS POPS: THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Western Piedmont Symphony will present FOOTHILLS POPS: THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS. This festive holiday spectacular invites audiences of all ages to celebrate the season with an evening of joyful music, dazzling performances, and heartwarming tradition.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER Running at Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
This holiday season, Children’s Theatre of Charlotte invites families to rediscover a timeless tradition with its brand-new production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Belk Theatre
by Vickie Evans - November 20, 2025
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.S. on a national tour My seat mates and I sung every song to include: 'My Favorite Things', 'Do-Re-Mi', and 'Sixteen Going On Seventeen'. All timeless classic that are an integral part of our American Culture.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Charlotte Awards
by BWW Awards - November 19, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Charlotte Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Review: BESSIE COLEMAN, FEARLESS AND FREE at Children's Theatre Of Charlotte
by Vickie Evans - November 17, 2025
BESSIE COLEMAN, FEARLESS AND FREE was educational, inspiring, and uplifting. The storyline was impeccable, the cast was superb, and the use of technology enhanced the overall production. A great production for all ages.
Flat Rock Playhouse Receives $20,000 Grant to Boost Henderson County's Stay and Play Program  
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Flat Rock Playhouse has been awarded a generous grant of $20,000 from the Henderson  County Tourism Development Authority (HCTDA) for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

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