Review: THE FLICK at Theatre Charlotte
by Perry Tannenbaum - February 20, 2026
Kyle J. Britt's high-concept presentation of Annie Baker's Pulitzer Prize-winning play was hit-and-miss at the old Queens Road barn, crash-burning frequently on audibility and unfortunate sightlines. Prospects are better for fuller enjoyment at The Independent Picture House, where the run resumes th...
Review: THE OUTSIDERS at Belk Theater
by Perry Tannenbaum - February 09, 2026
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...
Review: THE WINTER'S TALE at Davidson Community Players
by Perry Tannenbaum - February 03, 2026
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...
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 gl...
Past Shows
A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas
Nov 29 – Dec 21, 2024
A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas returns this year, celebrating the holiday spirit and the resilience of the community in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Running...
Jesus Christ Superstar, In Concert
Sep 5 – Sep 22, 2024
Jesus Christ Superstar, In Concert is set to make its debut at Flat Rock Playhouse from September 5 to September 22, 2024. This iconic rock...
The Turn of the Screw
Oct 24 – Nov 2, 2019
Prepare yourself for a night of suspense, enchantment, and chills as Flat Rock Playhouse brings to life the psychological thriller: The Turn of the Screw....
Smoke on the Mountain
Oct 4 – Oct 19, 2019
Gather round and settle in to hear Flat Rock Playhouses Smoke on the Mountain: an inspiring, funny, and endearing musical celebration of bluegrass, gospel, and...
Cinematastic: The Music Of The Movies
Sep 13 – Sep 28, 2019
Join us for some of the greatest hits from the silver screen to the mainstream. Cinematastic will whisk you away with magic and music from...
Rounding Third
Aug 29 – Sep 8, 2019
Let us take you out to the ball game for this bro-medy at Flat Rock Playhouse. This endearing comedy features two Little League coaches leading...
All Shook Up
Jul 26 – Aug 18, 2019
Experience the infectious magic of an upbeat, musical fantasy built around songs made famous by Elvis Presley including "Heartbreak Hotel," "Love Me Tender," and, "Can't...
All Shook Up
Jul 26 – Aug 18, 2019
Experience the infectious magic of an upbeat, musical fantasy built around songs made famous by Elvis Presley including "Heartbreak Hotel," "Love Me Tender," and, "Can't...
Backstage Ball
Aug 12
In celebration of Flat Rock Playhouses 2019 Homecoming season, the theater announces the much-anticipated revival, elevation and reveal of the Backstage Ball, which serves as...
Separate Beds
Jul 11 – Jul 20, 2019
This romantic and reflective comedy by M.J. Cruise brings new life to the enduring question, is the grass really greener on the other side? In...
Rodger & Hammerstein's South Pacific
Jun 7 – Jul 6, 2019
Flat Rock Playhouse continues the 2019 Season with summer blockbuster musical and Broadway classic, South Pacific. Known for its glorious score by Rodgers and Hammerstein,...
Chasing Rainbows
Nov 27 – Dec 19, 2015
An awkward girl with a golden voice blossoms into Judy Garland in the inspirational new musical about the bumpy road to "Oz." The future superstar's...
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