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
Peter and the Starcatcher
Jul 11 – Jul 27, 2025
Prepare to be transported on a thrilling voyage with Peter & the Starcatcher, a Tony Award-winning play that reimagines the timeless tale of how a downtrodden...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Feb 21 – Mar 2, 2025
Embark on an enchanting journey through Roald Dahl's beloved children's novel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! Audiences will be captivated as Charlie Bucket and his friends...
Bright Star
Jan 17 – Feb 1, 2025
Based on a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star sweeps audiences into a tale of love...
Scrooge! The Musical
Dec 13 – Dec 22, 2024
The timeless musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is back, bringing its classic tale to the stage once more! This beloved story follows the miserly...
Scrooge! The Musical
Dec 13 – Dec 22, 2024
The timeless musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is back, bringing its classic tale to the stage once more! This beloved story follows the miserly...
One Year to Die - a New Play by Charles LaBorde
Sep 20 – Sep 29, 2024
Don’t miss the premiere of this gripping new play by renowned playwright Charles LaBorde, acclaimed author of the award-winning Holocaust drama Protective Custody: Prisoner 34042, developed in...
Around the World in 80 Days
Feb 22 – Mar 3, 2024
Audiences Will Be Captivated by this Engaging and Immersive Adaptation of the Classic Novel! Prepare for an unforgettable journey as Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts...
Speakeasy
Sep 22 – Sep 24, 2023
Rory D. Sheriff's Speakeasy is Coming to Matthews, NC!Official Selection of the 2023 BIPOC Playwrights Festival to be Co-Produced by Matthews Playhouse & African American...
Speakeasy
Sep 22 – Sep 24, 2023
Rory D. Sheriff's Speakeasy is Coming to Matthews, NC!Official Selection of the 2023 BIPOC Playwrights Festival to be Co-Produced by Matthews Playhouse & African American Playwrights...
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