Performing Arts
Performing Arts
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Ladyfest focuses on the choreographic dance talents of women from the Charlotte region
By Matt Cosper January 9, 2019 Heading into its fifth year, RepCLT’s Ladyfest (previously Women’s Showcase) is one of the most exciting events in Charlotte’s dance scene. A micro-festival of contemporary dance curated by Sarah Ingel and Megan Payne, Ladyfest focuses on the choreographic talents...
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What ‘Hamilton’ says about our past, present, and future
By Dan Cava Cover photo: Joan Marcus October 22, 2018 The Broadway musical blockbuster Hamilton is playing in Charlotte now and, yes, it’s as good as its sensational reputation. If you’ve heard about it (and not everyone has– more on that later), then everything you’ve...
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The first-ever Queen City Tattoo and Arts Festival will showcase over 300 tattoo artists and much more
By Lane Claffee October 22, 2018 Starting October 26, the first ever Queen City Tattoo and Arts Festival will be held in the Charlotte Convention Center. Hosted by Fort Mill based company United Ink Productions, the festival is expected to bring in a plethora of...
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Digital lottery details for ‘Hamilton’ tickets in Charlotte have been announced
By CLTure News October 1, 2018 Blumenthal Performing Arts have announced a digital lottery for Hamilton will open at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 8 for tickets to the Wednesday, October 10 performance. Subsequent digital lotteries will begin two days prior to each performance. 40...
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Discover something new at Bloom: The Festival of Awakening
By Sydney Hennighausen Cover photo: Daniel Cunningham July 25, 2018 Circus arts are entrancing. Seeing people contort themselves, while others fly high above your head dancing in between ribbons will have your eyes locked and staring in awe. Luckily, for those excited about the circus arts, Bloom:...
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Want to win two tickets to see Cirque Du Soleil Corteo?
By CLTure July 24, 2018 Want to win two tickets to see Cirque Du Soleil Corteo (August 8-12) at the Spectrum Center? How to enter: Share this event page and tag #CLTure. You can also post the photo (below) on Instagram + mention @CharlotteCLTure or enter the...
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David Cross keeps writing his story the way he wants to
By Michael Venutolo-Mantovani June 24, 2018 “Yeah I was actually in Godfather Part II,” David Cross said when asked if he’d ever been an Easter egg in a major Hollywood blockbuster before. “It was a ‘blink and you’ll miss it’ part. I was very young and...
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Jim Gaffigan’s fire still burns for stand-up comedy, and they keep coming back
By Michael Venutolo-Mantovani October 26, 2017 Jim Gaffigan is as affable a superstar as they come. During the initial moments of our interview as he thanked this no-name writer for taking the time to interview him, the good-natured charm and easy going spirit that he’s...
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Brent and Amy Bagwell bring unique poetry and Jazz experience to Plaza Midwood
By Matt Cosper September 27, 2017 The Bagwells are at it again and that is good news for those of you who nurture curiosity and a sense of adventure in your hearts. Amy is a poet, professor and visual artist, one of the minds behind...
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Broadway Dreams come true for aspiring actors in Charlotte
By Lindsay Kosma August 2, 2017 Bright lights, big city, and big talent is making its way from Broadway to the Blumenthal this weekend, August 4th and 5th. The Broadway Dreams Summer Intensive, a two-week theatre program which focuses on acting, dance, and vocal performance,...
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