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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

Jazz Quest

🎷🎶 Get Ready for Jazz Quest @ Spring Fest! 🎶🎷 Dive into the rhythm at Jazz Quest, swinging your way on April 27, 2024, from 8:00 to 10:00 PM. Our cozy hideaway? The Piano Room on W Horton St, Zebulon. 🎟️ Ticket Price: $10 📍 Location: Piano Room, 106 W Horton St., Suite 2, Zebulon,…

$10

Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2

Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Zalman Raffael revisits his Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2. “Rachmaninoff’s music is more than just evocative, it invokes a sense of spirituality, triumph and courage, but also alludes to elegance.” PROGRAM INCLUDES: Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2 by Zalman Raffael Signs by Gianna Reisen Four Temperaments by George Balanchine

Music of the Spanish Baroque

First Cary United Methodist Churc 117 S. Academy St, Cary, NC, United States

Come hear rarely heard gems from Spanish speaking composers. Preserved mostly in a music collection in Guatemala, these pieces are rarely heard in the states and are lively works not to be missed! Tickets must be purchased ahead of time through eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/music-of-the-spanish-baroque-tickets-697564994677 Music to include: Jose de Nebra: Alienta fervorosa Jose de Oreja y…

$5 – $20

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

Wiley Johnson & Kim Tyler: (IN)visible (IN)clusive Opening Reception

The Halle Cultural Arts Center 237 N. Salem St., Apex, NC, United States

Welcome to (IN)visible (IN)clusive: a thought-provoking and inspiring exhibition showcasing the nincredible talent of disabled artists, Wiley Johnson and Kim Tyler. Through their unique and diverse artistic expressions, this exhibition challenges preconceived ableist notions and celebrates the power of inclusivity and visibility within the realm of contemporary art. (IN)visible (IN)clusive is not just an exhibition…

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

Sunrise Mass

Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral 715 Nazareth St, Raleigh, NC, United States

Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo’s “Sunrise Mass" has been described as a metaphysical journey from the heavens to earth, a metaphor for human development, a spiritual journey. Marvel at the beauty and sonic acoustical space of the Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral as the 170-voice Master Chorale Symphonic Choir and 50-voice Youth Choir is joined by…

$35

Red Clay Ramblers

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

The Red Clay Ramblers formed roughly 50 years ago and remain one of the longest running string bands from the Piedmont of North Carolina. The Tony Award winning band have a wide-ranging repertoire that reflects their roots in old time Appalachian music, bluegrass, country, rock, New Orleans jazz, gospel and the American musical. This special…

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

La Fille Mal Gardée presented by International Ballet Academy

Cary Academy Berger Hall 1500 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary, NC, United States

Join us for a performance celebrating the joy of life!  La Fille Mal Gardée (The Wayward Daughter) is a ballet full of color and humor.  A comedy suitable for all ages, this simple tale of true love will leave you smiling.  

$25.00

Alice in Wonderland and Balanchine’s ‘Who Cares?’

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

Join us on May 4th at the Martin Marietta Center for Performing Arts, AJ Fletcher Opera Theatre, as the Cary Ballet Company proudly presents an enchanting evening of dance. Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of George Balanchine’s “Who Cares?” and be transported to a whimsical world with Jill Bahr’s captivating interpretation of “Alice in…

$40 – $45

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