Thursday, Sept. 2...
By Anita overcash
Murder and erotic behavior are well in tact for Queen City Theatre Company's latest theater production, Rope. The play, directed by Glenn T. Griffin, is based off of the written work by Patrick Hamilton that was brought to the big screen by Alfred Hitchcock in 1948 and has since been revived in London. In an effort to prove their superior intelligence, two males (in an obvious homosexual relationship) kill their classmate. After putting the body in a large wooden chest
Friday, Sept. 3...
By Anita overcash
Mosaics have always thrilled me. The way in which tiny multi-colored objects like glass, porcelain and other materials come together to form unison and detail as art is fascinating. I could spend hours staring a mosaic down, taking in piece by piece of its content. Needless to say, I'm more than a little excited about Ciel Gallery's exhibit Contemporary Mosaic Art. It features works of varying styles (from landscapes to portraits — and some funky ones like the pictured "Morning
Saturday, Sept. 4...
By Anita overcash
Curry and Indian cuisine go hand in hand, but there's a lot more to the culture than spicy-filled aromas. During the two-day indoor/outdoor Festival of India — to take place at Knight Theater in Uptown Charlotte — folks can experience a taste of India (better than watching Julia Roberts in Eat Pray Love) through the many food choices available for purchase by tokens and be delightfully dazzled by the sights and sounds of traditional dances and music from the heart
Sunday, Sept. 5...
By Anita overcash
Bust a move or simply kick back and watch, as breakdancing enthusiasts come together for the annual Who Got Served? — Breakdance Labor Day Weekend Jam at The Breakfast Club. Hosted by MC Bluez, this event features a dance contest with cash prizes ($200-$400 is up for grabs), music by DJs and a live performance by Remote Kontrol Dance Crew. This three-person group, seen on the popular TV show So You Think You Can Dance, delivers a sharp set of
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