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