United Arts Wake County

A Little Night Music
2024-04-21 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Burning Coal Theatre, 224 Polk St, Raleigh, 27604
A Little Night Music , the Tony Award-winning musical from Stephen Sondheim and
Hugh Wheeler, explores a series of interwoven love affairs centered around the
once-prominent actress, Desiree Armfeldt. As a group of Sweden’s social elite gather
for an eventful weekend in the country, suspicion and jealousy abounds, as well as the
possibility of new romances and second chances. Featuring one of Sondheim’s most
popular ballads, “Send in the Clowns”, A Little Night Music explores the themes of life,
death, and the foolishness that happens in between.

WTF Town Hall
2024-04-22 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-04-29 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-05-06 19:30 - 21:00 | 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.

Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2
2024-04-25 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-04-26 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-04-27 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-04-27 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-04-28 14:00 - 16:30 | 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

THE ALIENS by Annie Baker
2024-04-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Lanza’s Cafe, 601 West Main Street #C, Carrboro, 27510
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 their favorite spot, but they aren’t moving.
Tickets are $15, with a Pay-As-You-Are option with 20 tickets available per performance (reserve yours in advance!). You can also choose to support our work and help cover PAYA tickets with a $30 supporter ticket. More FAQs on the Eventbrite page.
This project is supported by the Manbites Dog Theater Fund.

Spooky Tarot Plays: 8 Week Playwriting Adventure
2024-04-26 22:00 - 23:30 | Virtual/Zoom
Spooky! Mystical! Divine!
Let the cards be your guide on a fun playwriting journey!
Playwright & dramaturg Fly Jamerson will lead this 8-week workshop where participants will meet weekly to develop their new plays. Each week, a Tarot card will be pulled to provide inspiration for the process. With support, encouragement, and feedbacking along the way, each playwright will have the opportunity to present a public reading of their work on the final week!
This group meets weekly on Friday from 10:00-11:30 pm EDT on Zoom. (for the spookiest vibes!)
Dates: 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 5/31, 6/7, & 6/14
During the 7th week, some of the WTF community’s favorite professional playwrights and dramaturgs will provide feedback to help playwrights shape their work! The final session will be a public Zoom playreading!
Format: Zoom
Ways to participate: Attend the live Zoom workshop sessions on Friday evenings from April 26-June 14 from 10:00-11:30 pm EDT. The final session on June 14 will be a public playreading on Zoom. *Participants may elect to participate asynchronously for up to 2 sessions but MUST be present at the final two sessions in order to partcipate.
Area/Discipline: Playwriting
Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome
Pricing: Workshops are available at a “Choose Your Own” pricing model. All participants received the same instruction. You are invited to select the price point that most closely matches your economic reality.

Producing Your Values Intensive for Producers
2024-04-27 10:30 - 16:30 | Virtual/Zoom
How do you encompass an entire mission statement in a budget spreadsheet? How do you tell your whole story in 250 characters? How do you pair the programming you want to have with fundraising actions that meet your needs? If you’re ready to dive into these questions and more, join us! We’ll look at actual, successful examples and participants will leave with new perspective on how to action their mission, vision, and values into dollars and cents.
Space is limited to 10 participants to ensure personalized attention and support.
Format: Zoom
How to participate: Join the live Zoom workshop on Saturday April 27. This session will not be recorded.
Area/Discipline: Producing, Artistic Direction, Leadership, Admin
Skill Level: All Skill Levels Welcome
Pricing: Workshops are available at a “Choose Your Own” pricing model. All participants received the same instruction. You are invited to select the price point that most closely matches your economic reality.
Refund Policy: No refunds. If you need to cancel, you will be credited toward a future WTF workshop or performance.

Jazz Quest
2024-04-27 20:00 - 22:00
🎷🎶 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, NC
🎺 House Band: Orlandus Perry Quartet
🥁 Limited Seating
Jazz Quest @ Spring Fest is your ticket to a night of musical enchantment, uniting jazz aficionados, budding musicians, and seasoned pros under one groovy roof. Here’s what’s cooking:
Sway to the beats with the Orlandus Perry Quartet as they dish out classic jazz tunes, followed by a star-studded Jazz Jam Session where local talents will dazzle you with their musical prowess.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable rendezvous of jazz and camaraderie. Secure your spot now and be part of the quest for musical greatness! 🎶✨
Proudly sponsored by United Arts of Wake County, Zebulon Chamber of Commerce, and Zebulon Downtown Arts Council in partnership with The Piano Room.

Music of the Spanish Baroque
2024-04-28 16:00 - 17:00 | First Cary United Methodist Churc, 117 S. Academy St, Cary, NC, 27511, 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 Aparicio: Ah del gozo
Jose de Nebra: Llegad, llegad, creyentes
Antonio Literes: La mariposa
Juan Manuel de la Puente: Lavanderita soy
Jose de Nebra: Tempestad grande
Musicians:
Salome Sandoval, soprano and guitar
Tamsin Simmill, mezzo soprano
Allison Willet and Leah Peroutka, violins
Kelly Nivison, traverso
Jennifer Streeter, harpsichord

Wiley Johnson & Kim Tyler: (IN)visible (IN)clusive Opening Reception
2024-05-03 18:00 - 20:00 | The Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N. Salem St., Apex, NC, 27332, 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 – it’s a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the beauty that emerges when diversity is honored and celebrated.
Opening Reception May 3rd from 6pm to 8pm
Show Runs May 3rd through 31st

Sunrise Mass
2024-05-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral, 715 Nazareth St, Raleigh, NC, 27606, 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 a symphonic string ensemble. Also on the program will be works by Arvo Pärt, Felix Mendelssohn, and Josef Rheinberger.

Red Clay Ramblers
2024-05-03 19:30 - 21:30 | AJ Fletcher Opera Theater, 2 E SOUTH ST, RALEIGH, NC, 27601-2337, 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 anniversary show is expected to be a magical evening.
Don’t forget, if you call PineCone at 919-664-8333 and purchase your tickets over the phone you will avoid all ticketmaster fees.

La Fille Mal Gardée presented by International Ballet Academy
2024-05-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Cary Academy Berger Hall, 1500 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary, NC, 27513, 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.

Alice in Wonderland and Balanchine's 'Who Cares?'
2024-05-04 13:00 - 15:30, 2024-05-04 18:00 - 19:30 | AJ Fletcher Theater, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E South Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601, 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 Wonderland.” Our talented dancers will bring these iconic works to life, showcasing the beauty, grace, and storytelling prowess that define the art of ballet. Don’t miss this spring showcase that promises to delight and inspire audiences of all ages. Purchase your tickets below and experience the magic of dance at its finest!
AJ Fletcher Opera Theatre, 2 E South St, Raleigh
Show times, Saturday, May 4, 1pm & 6pm

2024 Purpose Beyond Performance: Jubilee
2024-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Fairview Raleigh, 1125 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
This is the celebration of our artists completing a year of GiftedAcademy. This curriculum is designed to challenge our artists, educate them on their personal power, give context to the barriers that exist in the world, and train them to transcend toward achieving their goals, which is the purpose beyond the performance.
Discover the Journey: TheGifted Arts Fashion Show Spotlights Youth Empowerment!

NC Indian and South Asian Film Festival
2024-05-05 | The Cary Theater, 112 E. Chatham Street, Cary, NC, 27511, United States
North Carolina Indian and South Asian Film Festival promotes the film artistic appreciation, and exhibits independent films of South and East Asian Origin or by South and East Asian filmmakers covering various genre’s/ themes/topics from around the world. This is accomplished with moderating a live Q/A /discussion sessions during screening between the filmmakers/other’s talented within the industry and the viewer’s of the film art in theater medium/and by Hosting a Filmmakers Conference.
This year the film festival is screening films by filmmaker’s from the following asian backgrounds: Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Mauritian, Pakistani, Singapore, Taiwanese, who reside in Canada, Taiwan, S. Africa, India, U.S.A, U.K.

Triangle Youth Music - Spring Jazz Concert
2024-05-05 13:30 - 18:00
Triangle Youth Music features four jazz bands during this concert. The Triangle Youth Jazz lab and Triangle Youth Jazz Orchestra will perform at 1:30 PM, followed by Triangle Youth Jazz Band and Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble at 4:00 PM. Additional information and ticket link coming soon!

"My Perfect Nature" Duo Show, Jiahn Kang & Polina Vee
2024-05-09 12:30 - 2024-06-02 12:00 | Peel Gallery, 708 W Rosemary St, Carrboro, Carrboro, 27510
Celebrate the convergence of artistic expression at our exclusive duo art exhibition, ‘My Perfect Nature,’ featuring the captivating works of Jiahn Kang and Polina Vee.
Jiahn Kang’s pieces draw from the vivid palette and intricate textures of the natural world, imbued with themes of gratitude and the joy of embracing each moment in our journey.
In contrast, Polina Vee’s exploration delves into the metamorphosis of our visages and forms, prompting contemplation on life’s transient essence and inevitable changes.
Embark on a sensory journey through our exhibition’s rich tapestry of cultural narratives and tactile experiences.
Join us for the grand opening reception at Peel Gallery on May 10th, from 6pm to 9pm,
and immerse yourself in the interplay of artistic visions.

"My Perfect Nature" reception
2024-05-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Peel Gallery, 708 W Rosemary St, Carrboro, Carrboro, 27510
Opening reception day for My Perfect Nature.
‘My Perfect Nature,’ featuring the captivating works of Jiahn Kang and Polina Vee.
Jiahn Kang’s pieces draw from the vivid palette and intricate textures of the natural world, imbued with themes of gratitude and the joy of embracing each moment in our journey.
In contrast, Polina Vee’s exploration delves into the metamorphosis of our visages and forms, prompting contemplation of life’s transient essence and inevitable changes.

Halle Spring Play "Cheaters"
2024-05-10 19:30 - 21:30 | The Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N. Salem St., Apex, NC, 27332, United States
“Cheaters” – Spring Play
May 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 7:30pm and May 12 and 19 at 3pm
Written by Michael Jacobs and directed by local legend, Kathleen Rudolph. This story follows Allen and Michelle who have been living together for eighteen months. It is the first real relationship for both of them. Michelle thinks they should marry; Allen isn’t sure. His hesitancy drives her home to her parents for advice. Michelle’s Father isn’t aware that it is Allen’s mother he has been seeing for the last six months and would now like to get rid of, nor does Michelle’s mother know that it is Allen’s father she has just spent the night with and would like to see more of. The pieces fall uproariously into place when the parents decide to meet the young lovers over dinner to lend their maturity and experience for the benefit of their children’s relationship. It’s suddenly everyone for himself in this wild, rollicking look at love and romance.

Galactic Family Day
2024-05-11 11:00 - 15:00
Transport your family to another universe during Galactic Family Day. Join Artspace and partners for an extraterrestrial day featuring exhibitions by local artists, hands-on art making activities, artist demos, and live performances. Meet and shop with our 30+ studio artists while enjoying cosmic snacks.
Admission is free but registration is required. Donations are always welcome!
Family Day Experiences
-Explore the Fluxum’s Frolic exhibition with work by Eric and Morgan Grasham and additional exhibitions by local artists
-Go to the moon with a special installation by community artist Katie Stewart
-Create your own Fluxum, a small charismatic alien to take home
-Enjoy an out of this world acrobat performance by Cirque du Vol
-Learn about the stars and participate in a solar viewing with Raleigh Astronomy Club
-Take part in artist-led demonstrations
-Meet and shop with our 30+ studio artists and purchase your favorite 3-D printed characters with Wake2Print
-Enjoy cosmic snacks while supplies last
-Check out the Artspace On The Go van
-Cosplay is highly encouraged (No scary masks please)
Special thanks to our sponsors: Raleigh Arts; NC Arts Council; Spark the Arts; and United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County.

Spring Concert 1
2024-05-11 15:00 - 16:30 | Hayes Barton United Methodist Church, 2209 Fairview Rd, Raleigh, NC, United States
NCCMI ensembles showcase the repertoire they have been working on over the last year. Open to the public. More info: nccmi.office@gmail.com
