Monday Nov. 29
PAT CONROY, Author
5:00pm – Park Road Books
Admission: Free
Pat Conroy, the beloved American storyteller, is also a voracious reader. In his recently released book "My Reading Life," Conroy revisits a life of passionate reading. He includes wonderful anecdotes from his school days, moving accounts of how reading pulled him through dark times, and even lists of books that particularly influenced him at various stages of his life. Don't miss this special holiday season appearance. Publisher restrictions apply. Call Park Road Books for details at (704) 525-9239.
Tuesday Nov. 30
BEYOND PEACE DEALS: The United Nations Experiment in Peacebuilding
7:00pm – Lily Family Gallery, Chambers Building (Davidson College)
FREE
It has been five years since the United Nations developed its Peacebuilding Commission to help stabilize various countries around the world and set in place measures to make possible a lasting peace. This year the Commission is undergoing a thorough review. As an independent journalist, Jina Moore has spent time in Guinea Bissau, Burundi, Sierra Leone, and the Central African Republic, interviewing people to see first-hand how the UN's efforts have affected individuals' lives and to what degree the Commission has been successful in achieving its goals.
Journalist Jina Moore will be speaking this evening. She writes for the Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting as well as serving as a regular correspondent for the Christian Science Monitor. Her work has also appeared in publications such as Newsweek and Foreign Policy.
Wednesday Dec. 1
LAURENT LE BON @ The Bechtler Museum
6:00pm – Wells Fargo Auditorium (Knight Theatre)
Admission: Members/Free; Non-Members/$10
The Bechtler presents a rare opportunity to hear from a major force in the art world. Laurent Le Bon is Director of the Centre Pompidou-Metz- the satellite of the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the official home of France’s national collection of modern art. The lecture will focus on the new French museum’s inaugural exhibition, Masterpieces?, and will touch on the Pompidou-Metz’s objectives, cultural programming and ultramodern museum building which sports a Teflon-coated undulating roof. Masterpieces?, curated by Le Bon, considers the notion of the masterpiece through 780 works of art. The Los Angeles Times reported: “Critical reactions to the show include proclamations that it’s the most impressive assembly of 20th century art in all of Europe and accusations that it’s so confusing and anti-hierarchical as to be meaningless.”
Reception at 6:00 in museum lobby; lecture at 6:30 pm.
HANUKKAH CELEBRATION @ South Park Mall
5:30pm – Circle Court, between Belk, Nordstrom & Neiman Marcus
FREE
Join in a public menorah lighting ceremony at South Park Mall! Festivities will include lighting a giant Menorah, complimentary refreshments, and activities for the children. Program will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will include Chanukah refreshments and entertainment to help get into the Chanukah spirit. Menorah lighting will be at 6:00 p.m.
“EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD (and then some)!”
7:30pm – The Actor’s Theatre Of Charlotte (Stonewall St.)
Tickets: $24-$29
What starts out as the umpteenth performance of Dickens’ beloved holiday classic quickly descends into a playful skewering of every…yes EVERY…Christmas story ever told. 3 actors bring this new holiday classic to life with the help of a very tipsy Santa and a little audience participation. This hilarious new classic (which runs thru Dec. 18th) crams a season’s worth of stories, carols and TV specials into an evening of never-ending laughs! Recommended for ages 13 and older.
“It’s light, fast-moving, irreverent and fun.”– Sacramento News & Review
Thursday Dec. 2
DOWELL-McCARTHY STUDIOS – Holiday Studio Sale
6:30-10:00pm – 1900 N. Brevard St @ 22nd (NODA)
OPEN STUDIO PARTY featuring Diane Hughes, Sharon Dowell, and Laura McCarthy. Stop by for a glass of wine and see recent works including small and affordable paintings, photography, and mixed media items.
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TAB BENOIT & FRIENDS
9:00pm – Visulite Theatre
Tickets: $20/$22
Guitarist, singer, and songwriter Tab Benoit is one of a handful of bright rising stars on the modern blues scene. He has taken his brand of Cajun-influenced blues all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
Friday Dec. 3
FESTIVAL OF TREES Prevue Party
6:00-9:00pm Harvey B. Gantt Center
Admission: $5/members; $10/General Public
Kick-off the holiday season at the Arc of Mecklenburg County's 2nd annual Festival of Trees Prevue Party. Come and be the first to see beautifully decorated trees and wreaths on display at the Harvey B. Gantt Center on December 3rd. This event features live music and a silent auction (featuring items from The Grove Park Inn, Charlotte Symphony, Riverbanks Zoo, Bonterra Wine Room, etc.) along with a cash bar and complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Funds raised go to support programs and services for children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families here in Mecklenburg County. The Arc of Mecklenburg County has served the Charlotte community for over 57 years and The Festival of Trees event allows the opportunity to increase awareness and understanding of developmental disabilities to foster a more inclusive community for everyone.
FIRST FRIDAY @ THE MINT - EmbellishMint
6:00-9:00pm Mint Museum Uptown Charlotte
Admission: FREE for Mint members, $10 for non-members.
Tonight is the second of an ongoing evening event series that will be held the first Friday of every month at the new Mint Museum Uptown (500 South Tryon Street). Each First Friday centers on a different theme and features hands-on art activities for all ages, live entertainment, gallery tours, and refreshments.
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BALLANTYNE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
7:30pm – South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church
Come celebrate the season with the BCO as they perform Corelli’s Christmas Concerto and other great Holiday arrangements and create an evening of Christmas memories!
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Saturday Dec. 4
JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
2:00pm & 7:00pm – Gorelick Hall/ Levine Jewish Community Center
Come see Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s enduringly popular musical favorite and
its lively interpretation of the biblical story of Joseph of Canaan. Call 704-366-5007 for more information and about tickets.
CHARLOTTE YOUTH BALLET Presents THE NUTCRACKER
1:30 & 5:30pm – Halton Theatre/CPCC
Tickets: $12-$25
The Charlotte Youth Ballet returns to the Halton Theater for its 28th annual production of "The Nutcracker." This holiday treat brings to life the storybook dreams of a young girl, complete with dancing snowflakes, a dashing prince and sugar plum fairy. With Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score, lavish sets, opulent costumes and CYB’s magnificent stars, this Nutcracker never fails to enchant audiences of all ages. Also performed Friday 12/3 & Sunday 12/5.
“DEPARTURES (Okuribito)”
7:30pm – Theatre Charlotte (501 Queens Rd)
Tickets: $5 for Film Society members, $8 for non members (cash or check only, please)
In this 2009 Oscar winning film (Best Foreign Language), Director Yojiro Takita's sensitively tells the story of an out of work cellist (Masahiro Motoki) who returns to his hometown to work in a funeral home. Discussion after the film led by Brad Ambury, Lecture of Language and Culture Studies (Japanese), UNC Charlotte.
"When you see the poetic, funny and life-affirming film, you'll have to say that this time the Academy got it right."
- Roger Moore, Orlando Sentinel
Sunday Dec. 5
56th Annual SINGING CHRISTMAS TREE
3:00pm – Ovens Auditorium (East Independence Rd.)
Tickets: $18-$30
Charlotte’s premier holiday production returns this year with a whole NEW show. Don’t miss the soaring voices of the Mainstage Choir as they fill the 32-foot “singing tree” with festive, seasonal favorites and some rockin’ arrangements from Artistic Director David Tang.
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