“For The Love of Harlem” is a musical event about the human experience. This original piece of musical theater, by Jermaine Nakia Lee, is the second in On Q Productions’ “Sound of Music” season. You have four more chances this week to experience this local, live quality theater. On Q Productions is in its third-year […]
Article · November 7, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
North Carolina has a well-known craft tradition and glass art in an integral part of this rich genre. One can find amazing glassworks in many places, especially in the N.C. mountains in spots like Penland School of Crafts. There’s also a small, yet growing, glass community in Charlotte. Of course, there are many places — […]
Article · November 3, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Saturday, Oct. 29 started out grey with lingering wet on the ground. However, very quickly, a beautiful fall Carolina day blew in, and we were left with crisp, breezy air, along with sprays of contrasting yellows, reds and orange leaves against that perfect blue sky. The sound of dry leaves rustling and the palpable excitement […]
Article · October 31, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Sept. 2 marked the beginning of the centennial celebration of 20th century American master artist Romare Bearden. Charlotte, N.C. was his birthplace, as well as an underlying influence in much of his art. There are a number of exhibitions here sharing why Bearden is an artist to be honored, but one highlighting his Charlotte influence […]
Article · October 27, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
The second TEDxCharlotte conference was recently held on Saturday, Oct. 15 at Queens University. This independently organized TED event was of the same “TED” non-profit that started in 1984 as an event bringing together people from the technology, entertainment and design worlds. Each TED event — and there are now many throughout the world — […]
Article · October 24, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
The Van Every/Smith Galleries of Davidson College (a Knight arts grantee) have a long tradition of collecting and exhibiting some major artists. For more than a decade this reputation has expanded under the leadership of Davidson Galleries Director and Curator Brad Thomas. The Van Every/Smith Galleries play a fundamental role in the life of Davidson College, […]
Article · October 21, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
The best traditional Italian opera utilizes dramatic energy woven throughout passionate timeless stories. Opera Carolina’s “Il Trovatore” (The Troubadour) is a must-see powerful and memorable performance of this tale of romance, bitterness and revenge. This is the first of three operas in the Opera Carolina 2011-2012 season. Opera Carolina, a Knight arts grantee, begins its season with […]
Article · October 17, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
In North Carolina this coming weekend, Wachovia will make the final transition to Wells Fargo. It’s appropriate that the last Saturday in October, the 29, will also be its impressive Wells Fargo Community Celebration, presenting free arts and cultural experiences for all in Uptown Charlotte. This event will be chock full of numerous arts and […]
Article · October 13, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Lately, it’s hard to miss the media coverage of protesters angry with big businesses. However, there are many things corporations have done and still do for their communities, and, in Charlotte, we have been particularly fortunate. These corporations, more specifically, several of our large banks with local ties, have supported the Charlotte community —and more […]
Article · October 10, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Like many larger cities, Charlotte is comprised of a variety of people. Highlighting this diversity are many different festivals throughout the year. Our large Latino community is one that is culturally rich, and a great way to experience a slice of this is at the 21st annual Latin American Festival on Sunday, Oct. 9. This […]
Article · October 6, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
The Plaza Muse, located at Central Avenue and Hawthorne Lane in Charlotte, is a brand new gallery with studio spaces as well as opportunities for gatherings. This gray, two-story old home has been transformed, given new life and is now filled with many original, diverse works of art. What is most interesting about Plaza Muse […]
Article · October 3, 2011 by carmella.jarvi