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  • September 2024

  • Fri 6
    September 6, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” A LGBTQIA+ Veterans History Project

    Dare Arts Council 300 Queen Elizabeth Ave., Manteo

    Opening Reception: Friday, September 6, from 6 pm to 8 pm On Display: September 6-28, 2024 The Road Through “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell:” A LGBTQIA+ Veterans History Project is a documentary series that encapsulates the struggles of serving in the military before “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) was repealed.

    Free
  • Fri 6
    September 6, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone

    No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone

    AJ Fletcher Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Nina Simone, a North Carolina native, born Eunice Kathleen Waymon in 1933, is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th Century and a true hero of the Civil Rights movement. No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone, written by acclaimed North Carolina poet and playwright Howard L. Craft, features renowned jazz…

  • Sat 7
    September 7, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone

    No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone

    AJ Fletcher Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Nina Simone, a North Carolina native, born Eunice Kathleen Waymon in 1933, is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th Century and a true hero of the Civil Rights movement. No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone, written by acclaimed North Carolina poet and playwright Howard L. Craft, features renowned jazz…

  • Sun 8
    September 8, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone

    No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone

    AJ Fletcher Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts 2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Nina Simone, a North Carolina native, born Eunice Kathleen Waymon in 1933, is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th Century and a true hero of the Civil Rights movement. No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone, written by acclaimed North Carolina poet and playwright Howard L. Craft, features renowned jazz…

  • Mon 9
    September 9, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    WTF Town Hall

    Virtual

    A series of weekly Town Hall forums curated by The National Women's Theatre Festival about, for, and with theatremakers. Town Hall events take place every Monday night in April & May from 7:30-9pm ET on Zoom. Register for free through Eventbrite.

    Free
  • Tue 10
    September 10, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wake Forest Community Youth Orchestra Fall Classes

    Wake Forest Community Youth Orchestra Fall Classes

    Wake Forest Baptist Church 107 E S Ave, Wake Forest

    Come join our fall classes at Wake Forest Community Youth Orchestra where we provide expert orchestral instruction and access to instruments to families in the communities that we serve. We provide classes to all levels of experience, from beginning to chamber ensembles.

  • Wed 11
    September 11, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm BOB MARLEY’S Three Little Birds

    BOB MARLEY’S Three Little Birds

    William Peace Historic Leggett Theatre 15 East Peace Street, Raleigh

    A jammin’ musical featuring Bob Marley's timeless music and lyrics and based on the book by his daughter Cedella, Bob Marley's Three Little Birds shares the legendary reggae artist's message of peace and love with a new generation of songbirds while simultaneously exploring the history of Jamaica and the many influences from around the world…

  • Thu 12
    September 12, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Jazz In The Square

    Jazz In The Square

    Moore Square 201 S Blount Street, Raleigh

    Jazz in the Square is back, and it's cooler than ever! This free concert series brings you live jazz performances by the hottest local musicians, right in the heart of Moore Square. Concert-goers will enjoy food trucks on-site and wine & beer for sale, so grab your friends, blankets, and chairs for an evening of…

    Free
  • Thu 12
    September 12, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

    Scotch Symphony & Creatures of Prometheus

    AJ Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E SOUTH ST, RALEIGH, NC, United States

    In September, step into the mystical Scottish Highlands with George Balanchine’s Scotch Symphony, a tribute to the era of Romantic Ballet. Paired with this movement through time, Ted Seymour’s The Creatures of Prometheus highlights the beauty of the arts as a foundation for a peaceful and just society. Beethoven’s only composition for ballet is an…

  • Fri 13
    September 13, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Rock The Block

    What: Downtown Concert Series When: Friday, September 13, 2024 Where: W Horton Street & N Arendell Ave. Band: The Main Event

    Free
  • Fri 13
    September 13, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

    Scotch Symphony & Creatures of Prometheus

    AJ Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E SOUTH ST, RALEIGH, NC, United States

    In September, step into the mystical Scottish Highlands with George Balanchine’s Scotch Symphony, a tribute to the era of Romantic Ballet. Paired with this movement through time, Ted Seymour’s The Creatures of Prometheus highlights the beauty of the arts as a foundation for a peaceful and just society. Beethoven’s only composition for ballet is an…

  • Sat 14
    September 14, 2024 - September 17, 2024

    Dance Workshops by Meera Sreenarayanan

    Leela Dance Studio 1018 Morrisville Pkwy Suite E, Morrisville

    Leela Foundation is thrilled to offer two opportunities to learn from one of the rising stars of Bharatanatyam, Meera Sreenarayan, this September. Meera is a distinguished artist, celebrated for her captivating abhinaya and advanced fluency in the classical form. Her workshops are holistic learning environments where she tailors the experience to each participant. Don't miss…

    $240
  • Sat 14
    September 14, 2024

    Dance Workshops by Meera Sreenarayanan

    Leela Dance Studio 1018 Morrisville Pkwy Suite E, Morrisville

    Leela Foundation is thrilled to offer two opportunities to learn from one of the rising stars of Bharatanatyam, Meera Sreenarayan, this September. Meera is a distinguished artist, celebrated for her captivating abhinaya and advanced fluency in the classical form. Her workshops are holistic learning environments where she tailors the experience to each participant. Don't miss…

    $240
  • Sat 14
    September 14, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Scotch Symphony & Creatures of Prometheus

    AJ Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E SOUTH ST, RALEIGH, NC, United States

    In September, step into the mystical Scottish Highlands with George Balanchine’s Scotch Symphony, a tribute to the era of Romantic Ballet. Paired with this movement through time, Ted Seymour’s The Creatures of Prometheus highlights the beauty of the arts as a foundation for a peaceful and just society. Beethoven’s only composition for ballet is an…

  • Sat 14
    September 14, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Arts After Dark: Bohemian Dream

    Arts Together 114 SAINT MARYS ST, RALEIGH, NC, United States

    Saturday, September 14th, 2024 @ 6:00pm - 9:00pm Mark your calendars as we transform the evening into a vibrant celebration of art and community. Whether you're planning a girls' night out, a date night, or just want to enjoy a solo adventure, you're guaranteed to have an unforgettable time at this 21+ only event! This…

  • Sat 14
    September 14, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

    Scotch Symphony & Creatures of Prometheus

    AJ Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E SOUTH ST, RALEIGH, NC, United States

    In September, step into the mystical Scottish Highlands with George Balanchine’s Scotch Symphony, a tribute to the era of Romantic Ballet. Paired with this movement through time, Ted Seymour’s The Creatures of Prometheus highlights the beauty of the arts as a foundation for a peaceful and just society. Beethoven’s only composition for ballet is an…

  • Sun 15
    September 15, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Scotch Symphony & Creatures of Prometheus

    AJ Fletcher Opera Theater 2 E SOUTH ST, RALEIGH, NC, United States

    In September, step into the mystical Scottish Highlands with George Balanchine’s Scotch Symphony, a tribute to the era of Romantic Ballet. Paired with this movement through time, Ted Seymour’s The Creatures of Prometheus highlights the beauty of the arts as a foundation for a peaceful and just society. Beethoven’s only composition for ballet is an…

  • Sun 15
    September 15, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Dancing the Divine Blues – A Performance by Meera Sreenarayanan

    Cary Arts Center 101 Dry Avenue, Cary

    "Dancing the Divine Blues" invites you on a journey into the profound symbolism of blue, a color that represents the infinite and the unfathomable. Just as the ocean and sky stretch beyond the limits of perception, so too does the divine take on these celestial hues. But what does it mean to embody a blue…

    $35
  • Mon 16
    September 16, 2024

    Dance Workshops by Meera Sreenarayanan

    Leela Dance Studio 1018 Morrisville Pkwy Suite E, Morrisville

    Leela Foundation is thrilled to offer two opportunities to learn from one of the rising stars of Bharatanatyam, Meera Sreenarayan, this September. Meera is a distinguished artist, celebrated for her captivating abhinaya and advanced fluency in the classical form. Her workshops are holistic learning environments where she tailors the experience to each participant. Don't miss…

    $240
  • Mon 16
    September 16, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    WTF Town Hall

    Virtual

    A series of weekly Town Hall forums curated by The National Women's Theatre Festival about, for, and with theatremakers. Town Hall events take place every Monday night in April & May from 7:30-9pm ET on Zoom. Register for free through Eventbrite.

    Free
  • Tue 17
    September 17, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 9:30 am

    Coffee & Culture

    Venture Hall @ Marbles Kids Museum 201 Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC, United States

    Enjoy a continental breakfast while you network and celebrate the power of the arts at Coffee & Culture. This event, hosted at Venture Hall in Marbles Kids Museum, celebrates Raleigh’s cultural community, acknowledges United Arts grant recipients, and honors our sponsors and elected officials who champion the arts in Wake County. Community members from all…

    $25
  • Tue 17
    September 17, 2024

    Dance Workshops by Meera Sreenarayanan

    Leela Dance Studio 1018 Morrisville Pkwy Suite E, Morrisville

    Leela Foundation is thrilled to offer two opportunities to learn from one of the rising stars of Bharatanatyam, Meera Sreenarayan, this September. Meera is a distinguished artist, celebrated for her captivating abhinaya and advanced fluency in the classical form. Her workshops are holistic learning environments where she tailors the experience to each participant. Don't miss…

    $240
  • Tue 17
    September 17, 2024 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wake Forest Community Youth Orchestra Fall Classes

    Wake Forest Community Youth Orchestra Fall Classes

    Wake Forest Baptist Church 107 E S Ave, Wake Forest

    Come join our fall classes at Wake Forest Community Youth Orchestra where we provide expert orchestral instruction and access to instruments to families in the communities that we serve. We provide classes to all levels of experience, from beginning to chamber ensembles.

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