United Arts Council

Festa Italiana North Carolina

Thise 6th annual street festival will highlight the Italian culture in entertainment, art, and of course wonderful food. A special children's area (Zona Bambini) is also included. All of this is in a family oriented environment. This year's event will be held in Apex, NC on Hunter Street and the Town Hall Complex.

free

Festa Italiana North Carolina

Thise 6th annual street festival will highlight the Italian culture in entertainment, art, and of course wonderful food. A special children's area (Zona Bambini) is also included. All of this is in a family oriented environment. This year's event will be held in Apex, NC on Hunter Street and the Town Hall Complex.

Free

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

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

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

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documentary series that encapsulates the struggles of serving in the military before “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) was repealed.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

First Friday – Arts Access Gallery

Arts Access Gallery 444 S. Blount Avenue, Suite 115B, Raleigh

Visit the Arts Access Gallery to see our latest exhibition every First Friday from 6p - 9p.

Free

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

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.

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…

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

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.

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

Raleigh Fringe Festival

Theatre Raleigh 6638 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Raleigh Fringe Festival is an alternative performing arts festival for everything weird and wonderful, coming September 20-22 to Theatre Raleigh Arts Center. This event includes 12 ticketed events and more than 15 free and pay-what-you-can events open to the public. The Raleigh Fringe Festival marks its debut with an exhilarating array of performances that promise…

Commedia For The People!

Theatre Raleigh 6638 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Commedia For the People is presented as part of the primary lineup at the Raleigh Fringe Festival. Commedia dell' Arte is an improvisational comedy style that started in the 16th century Italian Renaissance. The characters, themes, and style of commedia influenced entertainment for centuries and is often taught in theater history classes. I Firenzi is…

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…

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…

2nd Annual Community Art Exhibition Opening Reception

Cary Arts Center 101 Dry Avenue, Cary

Calling all Triangle Area Artists We invite all Triangle-based artists to showcase their talents at the 2nd Annual Art Exhibition hosted by the Leela Foundation. The exhibition will run from Sunday, September 22, 2024, until noon on Sunday, October 6, 2024. ELIGIBILITY: Original works created within the last 3 years. Not previously displayed in last…

Free

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

Piedmont Laureate Banned Books Panel

So and So Books 719 N. Person Street, Raleigh

The last week of every September is officially Banned Books Week throughout the U.S., thanks to the American Library Association. In this panel discussion to be held at So and So Books, 2024 N.C. Piedmont Laureate Steven Petrow will lead a discussion about the threat books bans pose to freedom and democracy and more granularly…

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.

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

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…

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