The CLog
Check out these events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area this weekend— as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing.
Friday, May 27
Love Conquers All: A Quiet Evening with Sid & Nancy
The Mill
Citizens of the Universe takes on the heavy stuff in this new cult classic take-to-the-stage. It’s based off of the 1986 film about Sid Vicious (bassist for the punk rock band the Sex Pistols) and his girlfriend Nancy Spungen — both of whom possess an unhealthy addiction to heroin, violence and ... each other. The play — conceived by James Cartee and directed by Nick Iammatteo — might just take you on a trip of your own, and its flyers read, it’s best to “dress for a mess.” Shit was flying in past productions of COTU’s Trainspotting. Not sure what’ll happen in this one, but you can’t say you haven’t had fair warning.
• Festival For the next three days, Uptown Charlotte is a cockpit for NASCAR fans, concertgoers and freebie lovers. Food Lion Speed Street Festival always draws ginormous crowds. Festivities include autographs and Q&A sessions with race car drivers, live music — this year provided by Midnight Star, Pat Green, Josh Turner, Everclear, Eddie Money, Clay Walker and others — displays and interactive exhibits and vendors. more...
• Music The retro swing outfit known as Big Bad Voodoo Daddy hit it big in the mid-’90s, but the music is still as timeless as ever. They play a great mix of amped up jazz mixed with their own spicy covers of songs by artists such as Cab Calloway. Check them out during the Fridays at the Factory series at NC Music Factory. more...
Saturday, May 28
Miss North Carolina Pole Dance Competition
Neighborhood Theatre
You may not fully understand the whole pole-dancing exercise craze, but it’s growing fast. Ladies of all ages, shapes and sizes are lining up for the sexy, beneficial workouts. It’s become so popular that on May 28 and 29, the Miss North Carolina Pole Dance Competition will be taking place at Neighborhood Theatre. Professionals and amateurs from local and statewide pole dance studios will compete in the event and special guest Miss Nicki Shaw (see picture) will perform her own slick moves. The event will also feature a fashion show, free health screenings and workshop classes.
• Comedy Nikki Glaser is prepared for sexual assault. Not really, but she does tell one of the funniest rape jokes around. Her stand-up topics are random and range from dating to farting. But don’t go thinking she stinks. Glaser’s comedy routine is freshly funny — hence why she made it to the semi-finals of Last Comic Standing (season four). See what a gas she is, as she headlines at The Gin Mill. Comedians Mike Buczek, Steve Forrest, Chris Layton and DeVan Penegar will also perform. DJ J5 to spin afterwards. more...
• Music Carolina Voices’ choirs Myers Park Baptist Church’s Chancel Choir and the Charlotte Civic Orchestra are joining forces for Heroes: An American Celebration. The star-spangled evening is a patriotic salute to armed forces and the United States of America. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Urban Ministry Center. more...
Sunday, May 29
Charlotte Motor Speedway
The biggest, baddest annual NASCAR event at Charlotte Motor Speedway returns on this long Memorial Day weekend. The Coca-Cola 600 draws massive crowds from the region and beyond for a day of intense racing in the hot heat. Folks eager to cheer on their favorite drivers as they circle the track and those simply interested in partaking in the festivities related to the joys of motorsports rally together and, hopefully, stay hydrated.
• Special event Today’s 7th Street Block Party includes a cornhole tournament (with a $600 prize), an ice sculpture contest, live music and drink specials at Kennedy's Premium Bar & Grill, Jackalope Jacks and Philosopher's Stone. more...
• Music The U.S. National Whitewater Center’s Whitewater River Jam series continues this evening. Featuring performances by three music acts: Trampled by Turtles, The Apache Relay and American Aquarium. more...
