Who among us cannot use more laughter these days? It’s no secret that laughter keeps us feeling younger, and Charlotte is fortunate to have our very own improvisation troupe. Founder Scott Pacitti has several improv groups under his direction and leadership. The Chuckleheads are the Charlotte improvisational theatre group portion of the Actor’s Crib, Inc. […]
Article · September 29, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
The Light Factory Contemporary Museum of Photography and Film is one of only four museums for photography and film in the country. Since 1972, The Light Factory, a Knight Arts grantee, has celebrated the power of image through photography and film with visionary programming and cutting-edge art. This fall’s exhibitions continue the tradition and should […]
Article · September 26, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Fall marks the beginning of a noteworthy new year at Charlotte Art League (CAL). As one of Charlotte’s oldest art groups, Charlotte Art League has been around for about 40 years. It used to be the only place to see or experience art in the Camden Road area. However, in recent years, Charlotte Art League and the […]
Article · September 22, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
With more than four decades behind it, Festival in the Park brings art, crafts and family fun to Charlotte. Though it has changed and grown over the years, the festival provides art to feed the soul, performances to inspire, lots to make you laugh and one cannot forget the many festival food favorites, like funnel cake […]
Article · September 19, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) recently opened its new Center City campus, and to celebrate, Saturday, Sept. 17 is “Community Day.” From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, this newest University of North Carolina at Charlotte member will open its doors to welcome the neighboring community and University partners into the […]
Article · September 15, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
For two decades, John Tosco has been inviting musician friends into homes for informal song circles and jam sessions. What started out in living rooms has grown so large, it requires bigger venues. Saturday, Sept. 10 was the 15th show in its current home, Central Piedmont Community College’s Dale F. Halton Theater. What is equally […]
Article · September 12, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Mother nature did not cooperate with our local Labor Day celebrations. But this weekend, it looks like the weather should be great for outdoor plans. Good thing, too, because it’s time for the annual Charlotte BBQ & Blues festival, which features Jimmie Vaughan and Buddy Guy. This year, the 9th Annual Time Warner Cable BBQ […]
Article · September 8, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Friday September 2, 2011 was a beautiful day in uptown Charlotte to celebrate the groundbreaking of the long-awaited Romare Bearden Park. It was very appropriate, because this particular day marked Bearden’s Centennial birthday. (This celebrated artist was actually born in Charlotte not far from the park site.) Already more than a decade in the planning, […]
Article · September 5, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Today is the first day of September. The slight cool nip in the air is a foreshadowing of fall right around the corner. Most kids are back in school. It’s Labor Day weekend, three days off and the last hurrah of the summer for many. It also means some long awaited art happenings are finally […]
Article · September 1, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Carolina Actors Studio Theatre (CAST) is all about creating an experience that extends beyond the stage. Because of this, I am sharing my personal experience with “AUGUST: Osage County” this past Friday, Aug. 26. I knew Carolina Actors Studio Theatre received a “Cultural Innovation” grant from the Arts & Science Council, a Knight Arts grantee, and the John […]
Article · August 29, 2011 by carmella.jarvi
Sept. 2 marks artist Romare Bearden’s 100th birthday, but Charlotte begins its celebration of this Mecklenburg County native tonight. Bearden is best known for textured collages depicting scenes of social customs in modern African-American society, often with inspirations stemming from his first home in North Carolina. “LOOKING FORWARD / LOOKING BACK: Honoring the Legacy of […]
Article · August 25, 2011 by carmella.jarvi