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Mint Museum of Craft & Design Coming of Age. traces the evolution of the museum's collection (1937 to the present), illustrating the work of some of the 20th and 21st century's craftspeople and designers. Tue.-Sun. Continues through April 6. Currents In Craft. Ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. Quilts from the Carolinas. featuring the extraordinary work of contemporary quilt artists in North and South Carolina. Tue.-Sun. Continues through Sept 8. Tradition & Change: 19th and 20th Century Craft At The Mint. ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.
North Carolina Museum of History Flashback to the 60's. a collection of memoriblila that significantly defines a period of profound social and cultural change in America. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Sept 28. 5 E. Edenton St., Raleigh. 919-715-0200.
Spoken Word
23 Studio/Pat's Tavern Open Mic Spoken Word Poetry Night. a chance for all local poets, drummers and entertainers to come showcase their talent. After each poetry session you can stay and listen to DJ Live and an up and coming musical act to follow. There will also be local incense, oil, art and jewelry vendors at the event. Thursdays. $5 before 10:30pm, $10 thereafter. 3209 N. Davidson St. 704-370-6107.
Club Myxx Organik Funk. Hip-Hop, Spoken Word open mic. Sundays, 9 p.m. $5. 3110 S. Tryon St. 704-623-0058.
Crystal on the Plaza Reggae Club Wisdom Wednesdays. at Crystal on the Plaza Reggae Club, 3018 The Plaza Rd. Open Mic, Spoken Word, Poetry and other conscious thoughts and expressions. Word, Sound & Power...Roots, Culture & Knowledge. Hosted by Aquiyla and Nina, MC by Filmore, Musical Innervissions by DJ DR and DJ Justice. Wednesdays, 8 p.m. 3018 The Plaza. 704-376-3799.
Theater: Openings
Coulrophobia Moving Poets will kick off their season with Sara Emery's high energy and slightly satirical story about the fear of clowns. More information? www.movingpoets.com. Mon., Sept 2, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm.. This performance is free and open to the public. Spirit Square, 345 N. College St. 704-372-1000.
Denyce Graves In Concert Opera Carolina will present Metropolitan Opera star Denyce Graves in concert at the Belk Theater. More information? www.operacarolina.org. Thu., Sept 5, 7:30 p.m. $15-$100. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.
The Glass Menagerie Open House An open house at Booth Playhouse will be hosted by Charlotte Rep's producing artist director Michael Blush, as part of the Charlotte Shout Arts Celebration. The Rep will offer a guided tour of the set for The Glass Menagerie and an opportunity to meet some of the show's creative team. Mon., Sept 2, 1:15 p.m.,2:15 p.m.,3:15 p.m. & 4:15 p.m. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
The Glass Menagerie Charlotte Repertory Theatre will open its 26th season with one of the great American plays of the 20th century. All performances will be in Booth Playhouse. Sept 10, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 11, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 18, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 25, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 12, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 19, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 26, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 13, 8 p.m.; Sept 20, 8 p.m.; Sept 27, 8 p.m.; Sept 7, 8 p.m.; Sept 14, 8 p.m.; Sept 21, 8 p.m.; Sept 28, 8 p.m.; Sept 8, 2 p.m.; Sept 15, 2 p.m.; Sept 22, 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.; Sept 29, 2 p.m. $24-$31.50. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Heisman, the Musical the story of legendary football coach John Heisman. Performance held in Dana Auditorium on the campus of Queens University. All tickets are on sale one hour prior to showtime only. More info? www.heisman.homestead.com. Aug. 29, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 5, 7:30 p.m.; Aug. 30, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 6, 7:30 p.m.; Aug. 31, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 7, 7:30 p.m. $15/adults, $10/children. Queens University, 1900 Selwyn Ave. 704-868-0033.
Sesame Street Live Who are the monsters in your neighborhood? Timeless lessons with a universal appeal and songs that all children can sing along to! Sept 5, 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.; Sept 6, 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.; Sept 7, 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.; Sept 8, 1 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. $12-$19. Cricket Arena, 2700 E Independence Blvd. 704-522-6500.
Shirley Valentine This is a play about a witty English housewife who escapes from her daily rut to a romantic holiday in Greece. It will be presented in Hodson Hall of the Cunningham Fine Arts Building. Sept 4, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 5, 7:30 p.m.; Sept 6, 8 p.m.; Sept 7, 8 p.m.; Sept 8, 2 p.m. $20 general admission and $15 for students. Davidson College, Davidson. 704-892-8528.
