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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…

THE ALIENS by Annie Baker

Lanza's Cafe 601 West Main Street #C, Carrboro

A play with music about friendship, art, love, and death. Performed in the outdoor courtyard of Lanza's Cafe Address: 601 W. Main St. #C, Carborro Synopsis: Two wise bums hang out behind a coffee shop every day, singing songs and sipping 'shroom tea. One day, a fresh-faced barista is tasked with kicking them out of…

$15

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…

THE ALIENS by Annie Baker

Lanza's Cafe 601 West Main Street #C, Carrboro

A play with music about friendship, art, love, and death. Performed in the outdoor courtyard of Lanza's Cafe Address: 601 W. Main St. #C, Carborro Synopsis: Two wise bums hang out behind a coffee shop every day, singing songs and sipping 'shroom tea. One day, a fresh-faced barista is tasked with kicking them out of…

$15

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…

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
Event Series 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…

Event Series 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

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…

Rock The Block

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

Free

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…

THE ALIENS by Annie Baker

Lanza's Cafe 601 West Main Street #C, Carrboro

A play with music about friendship, art, love, and death. Performed in the outdoor courtyard of Lanza's Cafe Address: 601 W. Main St. #C, Carborro Synopsis: Two wise bums hang out behind a coffee shop every day, singing songs and sipping 'shroom tea. One day, a fresh-faced barista is tasked with kicking them out of…

$15

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

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

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…

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…

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…

THE ALIENS by Annie Baker

Lanza's Cafe 601 West Main Street #C, Carrboro

A play with music about friendship, art, love, and death. Performed in the outdoor courtyard of Lanza's Cafe Address: 601 W. Main St. #C, Carborro Synopsis: Two wise bums hang out behind a coffee shop every day, singing songs and sipping 'shroom tea. One day, a fresh-faced barista is tasked with kicking them out of…

$15

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…

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

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

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

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

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
Event Series 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

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