Burning Coal Theatre Company Presents 2011 MusiCoal Series
Burning Coal Theatre Company, a small professional theatre company in Raleigh, NC, has begun its fourth annual MusiCoal series, a summer showcase of musical artists of all genres. Cletus Got Shot from Arkansas opened the series on June 19. Next is folk-pop artist Liz Janes on June 26, followed by the Porta-Bellows Accordion Band with Mary Wayne Watson on July 17, modern flamenco group Ed Stephenson and the Paco Band on July 31, alternative rock band Honor By August on August 21, the classically-trained musicians of New Music Raleigh on September 18, and acoustic roots band Craicdown on October 2. All shows are at 7pm at Burning Coal's permanent space at the Murphey School. Ticket prices vary depending on the artist; call 919.834.4001 for details. Student rush tickets are available for every performance for $5 at the door.
Cletus Got Shot, June 19: Cletus Got Shot is a genre-defying fusion of folk and anti-conformist rock played on bluegrass instruments. Their fast-paced songs include emotional ballads, protests, and calls to action.Liz Janes, June 26: Singer-songwriter Liz Janes started out with folk, gospel, and blues. She now mixes popular and folk sensibilities to create an inviting and innovative kind of pop music.Porta-Bellows Accordion Band with Mary Wayne Watson, July 17: Eight accordionists and singer Mary Wayne Watson, all from the Triangle area, perform a variety of ethnic, folk, and Cajun songs, as well old favorites. The band has played all over the area at music festivals, holiday celebrations, and street fairs.Ed Stephenson and the Paco Band, July 31: Guitarist Ed Stephenson returns with the Paco Band for their second straight year at Burning Coal. The group performs nuevo flamenco music, as well as Spanish and Spanish-influenced songs.Videos