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. There was a palpable sense of excitement surrounding what many viewed as the beginning of …
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'. Sheldon not only captures Marvin's signature sound but also his…
. As a musical enthusiast at heart, I was excited by the opportunity to relive some of Luther's greatest hits, including 'Stop to Love,' 'So Amazing,' 'A House Is Not a Home,' and, of course, 'Here and Now'—the song that earned Luther his first Grammy Award. Terry Steele proved to be a consummate …
I have been attending the International Black Theatre Festival since 2009, and it has yet to disappoint me. The week promises an extraordinary lineup of world-class theatrical productions, educational workshops, The Garland Lee Thompson, Sr. Readers' Theatre presentations, celebrity appearances, ne…
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. But the touring version is now playing to bigger houses than either its original Chicago premiere or its New York engagement. With Broadway-extravaganza pre…
'A Raisin In The Sun', performed at Lee St. Theatre, consisted of a phenomenal cast who brought to life the timeless story, written by Lorraine Hansberry in 1959, of a middle-class family's struggles and dreams in 1950s Chicago and their steps to obtain a better life.…
A Motown Christmas, created and adapted by Nate Jacobs, will celebrate the holiday season through a lively blend of traditional Christmas carols and the iconic sounds of Motown music. This festive revue aims to bring joy and entertainment to audiences of all ages, featuring...
Purlie Victorious features the Reverend Purlie Victorious Judson, a charismatic Black preacher returning to his Georgia hometown with plans to reclaim his inheritance and regain his church amidst the challenges of the Jim Crow era. This comedic piece by Ossie Davis explores...
Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch is a comedic work by Ossie Davis that follows the Reverend Purlie Victorious Judson, a charismatic Black preacher returning to his Georgia hometown. His mission is to reclaim his inheritance and win back his...
Blooming in Dry Season is a world premiere play by Eljon Wardally, set to run from August 1 to August 10, 2025, at the North Carolina Black Repertory Company. The story unfolds in a Grenadian rum shop, where Fitz, a struggling Calypsonian, grapples with personal loss and...
The North Carolina Black Repertory Company presents August Wilson's Fences from February 28 to March 16, 2025. The play follows Troy Maxson, a former baseball star turned garbage man in 1957 Pittsburgh, as he grapples with bitterness over lost opportunities and strained family...
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A Christmas Carol Theatre Charlotte (12/11-12/20) |
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Home for the Holidays: A Joyful Noise Mountain Theatre Company (12/11-12/28) |
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Purpose Three Bone Theatre (8/06-8/22) |
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A Year With Frog and Toad Children's Theatre of Charlotte (9/19-10/11) |
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Foothills Pops: American Roots P.E. Monroe Auditorium (2/13-2/13) |
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2026-27 First Bank Broadway Season - Saturday Night Plan Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (8/21-8/21) |
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Frankenstein Theatre Charlotte (10/30-11/15) |
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2026-27 First Bank Broadway Season - Saturday Matinee Plan Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts (8/21-8/21) |
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Little Big Town Ovens Auditorium (11/27-11/27) |
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Barry Bostwick Carolina Theatre (10/17-10/17) |
