Page 2 of 3
The Guys The guys was written by Anne Nelson and produced off-Broadway within a month of the events of September 11, 2001. A fire captain who has suffered the loss of seven comrades at the WTC is asked to give their eulogies. He turns to a NYC writer to help him find the words he needs. She not only writes the words for him, but also translates the facts, his own feelings and all the empty spaces in between. Aug 21-23, Aug 28-30 at 8pm. $10. Belmont Abbey College, 100 Belmont-Mount Holly Rd., Belmont. 704-825-6787.
Kiss of the Spider Woman Argentinean prison drama by Manuel Puig, presented by Carolina Actors Studio Theatre (C.A.S.T.). Aug. 14-16, 8 p.m.; Aug. 20-23, 8 p.m. $15, reservations suggested. Central Ave Playhouse, 1118 Clement Ave. 704-455-8542.
Songs We Never Sing What makes this production different from others is that it will feature four men singing Broadway tunes -- but they will perform songs traditionally sung by women. On Aug 15 and 22 tickets will be $10 for audience members who attend either as their favorite musical theatre character or in drag. Admission prices are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students for the remaining nights. Aug 20 will be Pay What You Can. Aug. 14-16, 8 p.m.; Aug. 21-23, 8 p.m. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.
Theater: Ongoing
Alpha In a future without men and guns, there's still plenty of fighting. A new play by Tony Wright, performed by an all female cast. Presented by Actors Gym. August 8-23. Fridays and Saturdays, 8pm. Tickets $10. Southend Performing Arts Center, 201 Rampart St. 704-332-5300.
Description Beggared or The Allegory of Whiteness The Farm's first musical, intended for older audiences. July 31-August 16, Thursday-Saturday, all shows 8pm. $12 adults, $10 advance sales, $5 students. Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 1017 E. Morehead St. 704-376-5745.
The Sound of Music One of the most beloved musicals of all time, this classic tale tells of the importance of love, loyalty and family in a time fraught with conflict and political turmoil. Aug 19-22 at 8pm; Aug 22 at 8:15pm; Aug 23 at 2pm & 8:15pm; Aug 24 at 2pm & 7:30pm. Tickets $23-$61. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-348-5800.
Visual Arts: Openings
Christa Faut Gallery 15" * 15" Anniversary Exhibition. 15 Gallery artists have created a special painting that is 15 inches by 15 inches to celebrate the start of 15 years in business. Opening reception on Aug 15, 6:30-8:30pm. Runs Aug 15 through Sep 15. Gallery hours Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.
Cuvee Wine & Art Gallery Ra'ed Al-Rawi. Artist reception on August 21 (6-9 pm). Exhibit Runs Aug 11 - September 13. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.
Hodges Taylor Gallery Raymond Chorneau. New Monoprints. Exhibit runs August through September. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.
Polish, Inc. The Language of Art. Exhibit promoting five local artists. Fri., Aug. 15, 5-8 p.m. 2121 Commonwealth Ave # 210. 704-333-1691.
Rowe Arts Galleries, UNCC "Paisano" Photographs by Anna Judy. An observation of a few of the many faces and activities that form the Mexican community across the US. Exhibit at the Cone Center Main Gallery. Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-11pm, Sat noon-1am, Sun 1pm-11pm. Reception Aug 22, 6-8pm. Aug. 18-Sept. 28. Rowe Arts Building. 704-687-2473.
Waterworks Visual Arts Center Richard Miller. Myths of Masculinity and Boys Toys, photographic quadtones. On exhibit in the Woodson and Osborne Galleries. Public reception Sep 5, 6-8pm. www.waterworks.org. Runs Aug 15 through Nov 8. Robert Toth. An Artist's Life, two- and three-dimensional works. On exhibit in the Stanback Gallery Hall and Young People's Gallery. Public reception Sep 5, 6-8pm. Runs Aug 22 through Nov 1. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1895.
Visual Arts: Ongoing
Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Impact. Illustrations by students in the Graphic Design program. Artist reception is on August 14, 5:30-7pm. Exhibit runs August 4-29. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.
Bank of America Plaza Maker versus Material. A two-location exhibit. Also on display at the First Citizens Building, 128 S. Tryon St. Continues through Nov. 21. 101 South Tryon Street. 704-373-1464.
Blue Pony Gallery & Press Summer Print Show. Jumping with hot summer color, monotypes and other work on paper by Margret Kuehni and Mary Lou Sussman. Also, "Studies in Black & White," small edition linocuts and woodcuts. August 1-30. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.
Clay on Camden Fireworks: Contemporary works in Raku. Works by some of the region's potters. Through August. 1510 Camden Rd. 704-790-2326.
Crazy Jane's Local Artists. Works by Ellyn Bernstein, Mike Watson and Rod Wriner. Pottery by Ann Hamilton. Mon.-Sat. 1817 Hawkins Street. 704-332-5454.
Crush Todd Bluewater. Showcase of artwork created by Todd Bluewater, including the BlueVision Series and the VideoPainter Series. www.toddbluewater.com. 300 E. Stonewall St. 704-377-1010.
