Classical Music

Cooper-Bagley-Carrera Trio A classical trio with an extensive background in music. Thu., Feb. 26, 8 p.m. $15. George A. Batte Jr. Fine Arts Center, Wingate University. 704-233-8300.

Davidson College Symphony Orchestra A program including Bach's Concerto for Two Violins in D minor, Sibelius's Serenatas No. 1 & 2 and more. Thu., Feb. 26, 8 p.m. Free. Duke Performance Hall, Davidson College, Davidson. 704-894-2357.

First Tuesday Concerts Chamber Music at St. Peter's will perform Mozart's "Kegelstatt" Trio in E-Flat Major K. 498. AfterWork Concert at 5:30pm, Hodges Taylor Gallery. Tue., March 2, 12:10 p.m. Free. St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 115 W. 7th St. 704-335-0009.

ProvidenceChamber Music Musicians from Charlotte Symphony Orchestra perform Richard Faith's Trio for Oboe, Bassoon and Piano; ThreePieces for Woodwinds by Robert Washburn; and Robert Schumann's Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor. Providence United Methodist Church. Sun., Feb. 29, 7 p.m. Free. 704-333-9536.

A Tribute To The Beatles The Charlotte Symphony Pops, with guest conductor Martin Herman and original members of Broadway's Beatlemania pay tribute to the greatest pop band of all time. www.charlottesymphony.org. Sat., Feb. 28, 8 p.m. $15 - $34. Ovens Auditorium, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. 704-522-6500.

Comedy

Bayou Kitchen Extreme Improv. Chicago style long form show Friday nights at 8pm and joined by Psychotic Pooch for twisted comedy at 10pm. www.extremeimprov.com. www.psychoticpooch.com. Saturday nights short form show with audience suggestions. $10. 1958 E 7th St. 704-502-8423.

The Comedy Zone Upcoming Performances:. Feb. 26-29: Ralphie May & Lanna Turner; March 3-6: Brian Bradley & Johnny Milwater; March 10-13: Scotty K & Julie Scoggins. www.thecomedyzone.net. 516 N. College St. 704-348-4242.

Katchikally Nick Lewis Comedy Corner. Urban comedy hosted by Nick Lewis with rotating comedians. Every Fri. and Sat. at 9:30pm. $10. 204 W. Woodlawn Road Suite A. 704-567-2634.

Dance

Island of Light Moving Poets' third collaboration with the Charlotte-based organization, The Echo Foundation, to promote social justice through art. Inspired by and created to honor the life and work of Doctors Without Borders founder, Dr. Bernard Kouchner. www.movingpoets.org. Feb. 26-28, 8pm; Feb. 29, 7pm. $15 - $24.50. Providence Day School. 704-527-6683.

A Midsummer Night's Dream Three works by Balanchine, staged by North Carolina Dance Theatre, With The Charlotte Symphony and the Oratorio Singers of Charlotte. www.ncdance.org. March 4 at 7:30pm; March 5-6 at 8pm. $10-$55. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.

The Pluck Project The project was started by graduating contemporary dance students from the North Carolina School of the Arts (NCSA), to bridge the gap between school and entrance into the professional dance community. Sun., Feb. 29, 3 p.m. $5. NC Dance Theatre, 800 N. College St. 704-372-3900.

Museums

Charlotte Museum of History The Faces of Our State. Through June 2004. Powerful Persuaders: World War II Posters. Guns, tanks, and bombs may have been the chief weapons of World War II, but there were other forms of warfare. Propaganda posters waged an ongoing campaign for the hearts and minds of the American people. Through Sept. 1. Soldier's Stories: War in the First Person. Continues through Sept. 30, 2004. Where Eagles Soar. This collaborative exhibit with the Carolina Raptor Center compares and contrasts eagles in their natural habitats with their symbolic and historical importance. Through Apr. 4. 3500 Shamrock Dr. 704-568-1774.

Discovery Place Machine Shop. Get a lift from the pulley, spin wheels, gears and learn about inclined planes and more. Daily. Omnimax. Now showing: Space Station, Top Speed, and Journey Into Amazing Caves. Call or visit website for times, www.discoveryplace.org. A T. Rex Named Sue. A fully articulated cast of a T-Rex fossil will be on display. Opens Feb. 21. www.discoveryplace.org. 301 N. Tryon St. 704-372-6261.

Levine Museum of the New South Charlotte Black Heritage Tour(sm)/Pilgrimage 2004. Visit three existing Slave cemeteries, a former slave church, participate in a traditional African memorial service, listen to live professional drumming and visit 25 other sites of African-American and Charlotte history. Every Saturday in February, 10am and 1:30pm. $16-$30. Cotton Fields to Sky Scrapers. Tue.-Sun. Courage: The Carolina Story That Changed America. The 1954 decision, Brown v. Board of Education (the Supreme Court declared racially segregated public schools unconstitutional), initiated massive change in race relations across the country. Feb. 18-Aug. 15. 200 E. 7th St. 704-333-1887.

Mint Museum of Art Fashions of the Crinoline Era: 1840-1865. Eight mid 19th century crinoline fashions, featuring wide hoop skirts, from the museum's costume collection are currently on display. Through May 2004. Margaret Bourke-White. The photography of design, 1927-1936. Feb. 18-May 2. Through the Eye of the Camera. 19th and 20th century photography. Feb. 18-May 2. 2730 Randolph Rd. 704-337-2000.

Mint Museum of Craft & Design The Artful Teapot: 20th Century Expressions from the Kamm Collection. An exhibit examining the chameleon-like form of the teapot and how it has become an inventive vehicle for artistic expression in the 20th century. January 31-May 30, 2004. Spectrum: The Sculpture of Jon Kuhn. Works in blown glass. Through Mar. 21, 2004. Tradition & Change: 19th and 20th Century Craft At The Mint. Ongoing exhibit. Tue.-Sun. Wine Classes. March 2: Petite Sirah, Syrah, Shiraz - A Comparison, Triangular Tasting, Geography, Climate and Soils. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. $30. 220 N. Tryon St. 704-337-2009.

Museum of York County Piecing a Quilt of Life: World Connections. Features contemporary art quilts made by 23 women with stories to tell. Exhibit runs through Apr. 25, 2004. Vernon Grant. An exhibit of Grant's work, Storybook Village. Jan. 31-Oct. 31. 4621 Mount Gallant Rd., Rock Hill. 803-329-2121.

Readings & Signings

Borders, Morrocroft Peter Senese. Author will sign and discuss Cloning Christ. Sat., Feb. 28, 2 p.m. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-6261.

Gaston County Public Library Anthony Abbott. Author will read from and discuss his first novel, Leaving Maggie Hope. Thu., Feb. 26, 7 p.m. 1555 East Garrison Blvd, Gastonia. 704-868-2167.

Spoken Word

Afro-American Cultural Center Harambe Tuesday. A mixture of poetry and discussion, perfect for first time readers or seasoned poets. Every first and third Tuesday. Free. 401 N. Myers St. 704-374-1565.

Mama's Caribbean Grill Uptown Saturday Nite. Featuring singers, rappers, and poets. Sign up for the Open Mic Showcase. Details: www.motifentertainment.com. Every second and last Saturday of the month at 10pm-until. $7 cover. 1504 Central Ave. 704-375-8414.

Tonic The Soul Movement. An underground nite for Spoken Word/Poetry, Soul Classics, Neo-Soul, Deep/Soulful House, Urban Grooves & Underground Hip-Hop. www.thesoulmovement.com. Sundays. $5 before 9:30pm. 1427 E. 4th St. 704-580-7187.

Theater: Openings

Art An art lover purchases a totally white painting for an astronomically large sum of money. Presented by Davidson Community Players in C. Shaw Smith 900 Room, Knobloch Campus Center. March 4-6, 8pm. $15, $13 seniors/students; Mar. 5 $35 (includes dinner at 6:30). Davidson College. 704-892-7953.

Beauty Shop: Under New Management It has it all, a quirky and comical cast of characters, dynamic, urban music and astonishing plot twists. Feb. 28-29, 3pm & 8pm. $20.50 - $32.50. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.

The Compleat Works of Wm. Shakespeare (Abridged) The Abbey Players take audiences on a rollercoaster ride with The Compleat Works of Wm. Shakespeare (Abridged). Feb. 26-28, 8pm. $10. Haid Theatre, Belmont Abbey College, 100 Belmont-Mt. Holly Rd., Belmont. 704-825-6787.

The Full Monty Once a movie, now a Broadway musical, The Full Monty boasts a comical score, witty choreography and a zany cast. Adult content. www.blumenthalcenter.org. March 9-11, 8pm; March 12, 8:15pm; March 13, 2pm & 8:15pm; March 14, 2pm & 7:30pm. $23-$67. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000.

Lobby Hero Off-Broadway hit is set in the lobby of a Manhattan high-rise, where a security guard tries to make the most of the graveyard shift when he is confronted with a mind-bending problem. Presented by Actor's Theatre of Charlotte. www.actorstheatrecharlotte.org. March 3-21, Wed. & Thu. at 7:30pm, Fri. & Sat. at 8pm, March 21 at 2:30pm. March 9 at 7:30pm is "Pay What You Can Night.". $17-$22. Actor's Theatre, 650 E. Stonewall Street. 704-342-2251.

Theater: Ongoing

The Altruists A dark comedy about a dedicated : if disorganized and demented : group of young radicals. Presented by The Off-Tryon Theatre Company. Feb. 26-28; All shows at 8pm. $15 adults, $12 students/seniors. Off-Tryon Theatre, 3143 Cullman Ave. 704-375-2826.

Belles on Their Toes The sequel to the acclaimed Cheaper By The Dozen and a comedy in three acts. Feb. 27-28 at 8pm; Feb. 29 at 2:30pm. www.rhcommunitytheatre.org. $5-$8. Rock Hill Community Theatre, 236 West Main St., Rock Hill. 803-324-2578.

Glengarry Glen Ross David Mamet's 1984 Pulitzer Prize winning Drama is being held over. Feb. 27-28, March 5-6, at 8pm; Feb. 29 at 3pm. $15 adults, $12 Students/Seniors. Carolina Actors Studio Theatre (CAST), 1118 Clement Ave. 704-455-8542.

Too Many Cooks in the Kitchen What happens when some well known chefs and television personalities compete against one another in a cooking contest? Murder Mystery Dinner Theater produced by About Town Tours. Through Mar. 31, Wed - Sat, 7pm. $32.95 adults, $21.95 children 6-12 (Wed & Thu); $38.95 adults, $24.95 children 6-12 (Fri & Sat). Ovations, 3014 East Independence Blvd. 704-602-2595.

Twenty Years Ago A nostalgic and inspirational look at life. Presented by Narroway Productions. Advanced reservations required, tickets include dinner and show. www.narroway.net. Fridays & Saturdays in Feb., 7pm. $24.95. The Studio at Regent Park, Fort Mill. 803-802-2300.

Visual Arts: Openings

The Evening Muse Inner Visions. A retrospective of original fine art works by Charlotte artist, Jessica Deltac. Opening Reception: March 5, 6-8pm. March 5-April 30. 3227 N. Davidson St. 704-376-3737.

Hart-Witzen Gallery Reaching. Quiet. Reaching. Quiet. Designs an exhibition of custom contemporary furniture and architectural interiors. Live music. Singer songwriter open mic every Wed. March 5, 6 & 19, 8pm - midnight. 136 E. 36 St. 704-334-1177.

Redsky Gallery Teapot Extravaganza. An exhibit of teapots from current gallery ceramic artists and members of the Carolina Claymatters pottery guild. March 4: Judging and live auction of winning teapots. Reception: March 5, 6-8pm. Through March 29. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.

Visual Arts: Ongoing

Art Bar Piper Warlick. Portraits of contemporary women in the style of old Hollywood. Through February. 1501 B. South Tryon St. 704-277-0802.

Art Institute of Charlotte Gallery Multi-media student works. Included in the exhibit will be artwork from students in Interior Design, Fashion Marketing, Graphic Design and Multimedia & Web Design. Through March 31. 2110 Water Ridge Parkway. 704-357-8020.

Art Preserve Group Exhibit. Currently showing contemporary abstact paintings by Jan Kinslowe, furniture by Beth Phillips, sculptural pieces by Linda Vista and paintings by Eric Olsen. Through March. 3200 A North Davidson. 704-358-8882.

Bank of America Plaza Surface Matters. Artists from the Southeast explore surface and materials challenging the viewer to look deeper and stretch their awareness, using newspaper, steel, concrete, monofilament, fiber, acrylics and oil. Curated by Joie Lassiter Gallery. Also at First Citizens, 128 S. Tryon. Through Nov 15. 101 South Tryon Street. 704-373-1464.

Breathe Art Space Journey Within. An exhibit by Group Doshi featuring works in oil, ceramics, paper collage, ink andphotography. Runs through Mar. 6. www.breathe-artspace.com. 228 Caldwell Lane, Suite B, Davidson. 704-896-1799.

Center of the Earth Gallery Pleasure Places IV. An annual group exhibition featuring artists exploring interior and exterior worlds with varied styles and approaches. Through Feb. 28. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.

Christa Faut Gallery Joana Wardell. "History Lessons," a solo exhibition of paintings. Feb. 18-March 2. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.

Cuvee Wine & Art Gallery Georgie Pocheptsov. An exhibit of drawings and paintings by Georgie Pocheptsov, an eleven-year-old artist. Feb. 18-March 27. 710 West Trade St. 704-332-5548.

Das Maultier Art Gallery Store/Gallery. Art and design shop located in NODA with affordable art for novice to the serious collector. In the Colony. 3472 N. Davidson St. 704-333-0277.

ElderArt Gallery Joseph Greenberg. Retrospective of Paintings by New York artist entitled New York, My Home. Jan. 16 - Feb. 28. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.

Fewell Park Gallery, Rock Hill Karen Greene Frazier. A collection of works entitled "Moods, Memories, Dreams, Visions and Possibilities." Feb. 18-26. 1204 Alexander Rd. 803-329-5649.

The Gallery at Carillon Fiber Images. This exhibition of contemporary fiber will feature 11 wall works by 8 artists. Feb. 18-April 16. 227 W. Trade St. 704-334-8840.

Gallery L, Main Library Gettin' Along: A View of Racial Integration in America. An exhibit of photographs taken in the 1930s and 1940s by Joe Schwartz. www.plcmc.org/galleryL. Feb. 18-March 28. 310 N. Tryon St. 704-336-2020.

Hart-Witzen Gallery NoDa Gallery. Featuring a new exhibition of original works by regional artists each month. Works from Florence, Italy, by Osiris Rain, through the month of February. Singer-Songwriter Open Mic every Wednesday. 136 E. 36 St. 704-334-1177.

Hidell Brooks Gallery Assemblages. Introducing 10 new collage artists including Andrew Young, Gary Nisbet, Suzi Cozzens, Peter Thiebeault, Gail Raab, Lynn Whipple, Kenna Moser, Patrick Atkinson, Katherine Ace and Suzanne Ulrich. Through Feb. 28. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.

Hodges Taylor Gallery Edward Rice, Matt Overend. Recent monotypes and new paintings from South Carolina artists. Exhibit runs through Feb. 28. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.

Joie Lassiter Gallery Joe Walters. Selected works from Charleston-based artist featuring works with intricate and complex natural forms, shifting between formalism and realism. Through March 26. 525 North Tryon Street, Suite 140. 704-373-1464.

JS Pottery Gaston County Doctors and Their Art. A grouping of work created by six of Gaston County's Physicians. Through February. 27 South Main Street, Belmont. 704-829-0360.

Lesbian & Gay Community Center Francisco Gonzales. An exhibit of Charlotte printmaker, a gallery artist with Blue Pony Gallery and Press. Through March 13. 1401 Central Ave. 704-333-0144.

The Light Factory Michael Harrison, An Italian Diary & Frank Hunter's Sunflowers. Harrison, a Charlotte based artist, made the pictures in the show while teaching in Italy. Feb. 18-March 13. Spirit Square, Knight Gallery, 345 N. College St. 704-333-9755.

Merrill-Jennings Galleries Addie James. A one woman show called A Home of My Own by NC folk artist to benefit Our Towns Habitat for Humanity. Through Feb. 29. 463 S. Main St., Davidson. 704-895-1213.

Pottery Central Pottery Central Gallery. Functional, sculptural and decorative pottery by local potters. Friday & Saturday 10-5 or call for appointment. 3534 Central Ave. 704-537-4477.

Redsky Gallery Lee Stewart / Gerin Choiniere. Original works on paper and canvas, sculpture, ceramic, glass, studio furniture, art-to-wear, jewelry, and more. Featuring photographers Gerin Choiniere and Lee Stewart, ceramic artist Corine Guseman and wood artist James Soder. Through Feb. 29. 4705 Savings Pl., Suite 108. 704-552-5200.

Shain Gallery Small Paintings. A beginning collectors show. Through March 3. 601-B Providence Rd. 704-334-7744.

Van Every Gallery, Davidson College Chuck Close: Prints and Process. This exhibition examines the diverse and innovative methods the artist has developed along with master printmakers to create variations on similar subjects. Through Feb. 27. Davidson. 704-894-2519.

W.D.O. Post-Industrial Romanticism. A group exhibit featuring works in clay, glass and metal. Through March 13. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.

Waterworks Visual Arts Center Sigrid Burton. Features Allusive Form paintings. Through February. Bridgwood, Crum, Oliveira. Exhibits featuring ceramic sculptures and paintings. Through April 17. 123 East Liberty St., Salisbury. 704-636-1882.

Winthrop University Galleries Zanne Hochberg. An exhibition titled Seeking The Center : The Paintings, Prints, and Constructions of Zanne Hochberg (1931-2001). Rutledge and Elizabeth Dunlap Patrick Galleries. Feb. 18-March 26. 107 McLaurin, Rock Hill. 803-323-2493.