TODAY
“42nd Annual Evening of Short Plays”: 7 p.m. April 4-6 and 2 p.m. April 7, Stephen D. Hyers Theatre, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. $10, suggested donation. 336-373-2974 or www.creativegreensboro.com.
Lalla Essaydi | Falk Visiting Artist: 4:30-5:30 p.m., Weatherspoon Art Museum, UNCG, 500 Tate St., Greensboro. Essaydi’s work sits at the crossroads of past and present, East and West, tradition and transformation. Open house, an evening of conversation, food, refreshments + wine (limited to two drinks), music by the Angel McCray Quartet and gallery tours follows, 5:30-7 p.m. 336-334-5770.
Spitting Cobras - North Carolina Editorial Cartooning in Seven Controversies: 6-7 p.m., Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, off Main Street. Although much of Dr. Seuss’s career was dedicated to writing children’s books, he also drew political cartoons, especially during WWII. In the spirit of Seuss’s penchant for political commentary, Appalachian State University English professor Craig Fischer will speak on seven North Carolina editorial cartoons that enraged readers and newspaper publishers alike. This program is free for BRAHM members and $8 for members-to-be. 828-295-9099.
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Greater Winston-Salem Ribbon Cutting: 4-6 p.m., 525 Vine St., Suite 240. Winston-Salem. Will hold official ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. Then enjoy an office tour, networking, giveaways and refreshments. 336-728-9245.
Acting Classes for Seniors: 2 p.m. Thursdays, beginning April 4, Mary Alice Warren Community Center, 7632 Warren Park Drive, Lewisville. With 40+ Stage Company. The first session is free. Tuition of $20 for the remaining five sessions. Hardship relief is available. Transportation will be provided at no cost for those lacking transportation. John J. Hohn, 40plusstagecompany@gmail.com.
Black Memorabilia Community Event: 2-7 p.m., Hayes-Taylor Memorial YMCA, 2630 E. Florida St., Greensboro. Bring old photos, postcards, church bulletins and other personal items that tell the story about African American history in Greensboro. Items will be scanned and returned to the owners. tinyurl.com/2s3pasrw.
Greensboro Fire Department Fire Safety Education Trailer: 1 p.m., 342 N. Elm St., Greensboro. The trailer is now available to Greensboro residents. A presentation will be offered about this new innovative tool to educate on fire and life safety topics to all ages. This purchase was made in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Greensboro. 336-430-6009.
The Music of George Gershwin: 7-8 p.m., Winston-Salem State University, 601 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Free. Will feature faculty and students performing original compositions and arrangements of his music, as well as research presentations, which highlight his life and popular influence. The program will conclude with a celebration of the 100th Anniversary of his iconic Rhapsody in Blue. 336-750-2000.
Twelfth Night, or What You Will by William Shakespeare: multiple times, April 4-13, Freedman Theatre, 1533 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. $20-$25 plus taxes and fees. www.uncsa.edu.
FRIDAY
Country Superstar Sam Hunt: Greensboro Coliseum. Outskirts Tour 2024. www.SamHunt.com/Tour.
Clarinet and Percussion Ensembles Concert: 7:30 p.m., High Point University, Empty Space Theatre. Directed by Carmen Eby and Louis Raymond-Kolker, the program will include a collaboration with the HPU Chamber Singers directed by Marc Foster, chairman of the music department and professor of music. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
North Trade Street Arts 10th Anniversary: 7-10 p.m., 604-A N. Trade St., Winston-Salem. Music, reception, special guests. Holli Conger, "The Bird Show," NTSA Gallery. Cameron Kent, book signing and special appearance. northtradestreetarts.com.
Dead Man's Cell Phone: 8 p.m. April 5-6, 12-13 and 2 p.m. April 7, 14, Mountcastle Forum, 251 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem. $15 and fees. With Spirit Gum Theatre Company. https://ci.ovationtix.com/36386/production/1192109.
Firefest: April 5-6, Starworks, 100 Russell Drive, Star. Celebration of ceramic, glass and metal art. Live demonstrations, artist talks, hands on workshops and fiery finales with internationally recognized artists. $10 per guest, per day. Kids 12 and younger attend for free. StarworksNC.org.
Jazz Fest: 7 p.m. April 5-6, Sunset Theatre, 241 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. April 5: Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers Tribute with the Kendrik McKinney Sextet featuring David Gibson. April 6: Eve Cornelious. $20 each night or $35 for both nights. SunsetTheatre.org or 336-626-1240, Ext. 1.
Perched: 7-10 p.m., North Trade Street Arts, 604-A Trade St., Winston-Salem. Holli Conger’s sixth and final annual solo “BIRD show” entitled “Perched” features whimsical and quirky birds in her trademarked found object style. The exhibition runs through April 30. holliconger.com/birds.
Greensboro Science Center - Statewide Star Party: 8:30-10 p.m. April 5, 4301 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro. With the Greensboro Astronomy Club. Telescopes outside, weather permitting and activities inside to explore the spring skies and try your hand at astronomy activities. Highlights the April 8 solar eclipse. All ages. tinyurl.com/3edzfe9w.
After Dark pARTy: 6:30-9:30 p.m. April 13, Kaleideum, 120 W. Third St., Winston-Salem. Celebration of art and artists featured in the new museum. For ages 21 and older. Explore the museum, enjoy artful eats, meet featured artists and be a part of the art through an interactive mural activity. $40-$45. Cash bar. Purchase tickets by April 5. kaleideum.org.
Music in Merschel Park: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays, begins April 5, 122 W. Fourth St., Winston-Salem. The CMPND brings some of their favorites local artists. With the Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership. Info@thecmpndnc.com.
Adaptive Golf Clinic: 5-7 p.m., Winston Lake Golf Course, 3535 Winston Lake Road, Winston-Salem. Registration required. Try out the adaptive golf equipment on the course and win Masters-themed prizes. CarlieR@CityofWS.org.
The Heart Royal Flush Tour: Oct. 16, Greensboro Coliseum. Presented by AEG Presents. Tickets go on sale April 5. The iconic rock band will be joined by special guest Cheap Trick. www.heart-music.com.
SATURDAY
Greensboro Symphony - Conducted by Rei Hotoda: 8 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Symphony concert. $35-$80 with fees. With Katherine Whyte, soprano. TangerCenter.com or CustomerCare@TangerCenter.com.
Winston-Salem Symphony Jeans ‘n Classics - Never Break the Chain - The Music of Fleetwood Mac: 7:30 p.m., R.J. Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road. Tickets start at $29. wssymphony.org or 336-464-0145.
Yadkin Bluegrass and Old Time Convention: All afternoon and evening, Yadkin Elementary School, 305 North State St., Yadkinville. Musicians of all ages are welcome to perform and compete in front of a live audience full of their family and friends. From live competitions to impromptu jam sessions. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Historic Bethabara Park Opens for Spring: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 2147 Bethabara Road, Winston-Salem. Free. Visitors are invited to create sun prints and sun catchers; play Colonial games; hand plow a row in the garden; plant seeds and take them home to grow; make a spring sachet; pet a sheep or two; explore a wooded trail; participate in a scavenger hunt; interact with a number of 18th-century craftsmen; and enjoy Moravian music in the 1788 Gemeinhaus. 336-924-8191 or historicbethabara.org.
Never Break The Chain - The Music of Fleetwood Mac: 7:30 p.m., Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road, Winston-Salem. Jeans ‘n Classics Band. $10-$95. www.wssymphony.org/events/.
Amplify Black Voices Festival Kick-off: 1-5 p.m., N.C. A&T's General Classroom Building, 1601 E. Market St., Greensboro. Live music and refreshments from 1 to 2 p.m., followed by meetings for each production team and their first rehearsals from 2 to 5 p.m. Free. Festival is April 26-27 at the International Civil Rights Museum, 134 S. Elm St., Greensboro. amplifygso@gmail.com.
Guilford College Observatory Public Eclipse Events: 7-9 p.m. April 6 and 2-4 p.m. April 8, Frank Family Science Center, Guilford College, 5800 W. Friendly Ave., Greensboro. Free. On April 8, the moon will come between the earth and the sun, and the shadow of the moon will race across the United States. People in Greensboro will be able to see more than 80% of the sun's disc covered by the moon. To celebrate this rare event, the Guilford College Physics Department will host a two-part observatory and planetarium open house event. At 7 p.m. April 6, the college will welcome visitors to the Frank Family Science Center for a lecture and planetarium show about eclipses. If the weather is clear, attendees may go up to the rooftop of the Donald Cline Observatory to observe other stars and celestial objects through their telescopes. Residents are also welcome to return to campus on April 8 during the eclipse itself. If it is clear, there will be telescopes and viewing devices on the ground near the Frank Family Science Center. 336-316-2162.
Plunge for Elodie: noon-2 p.m. April 6, Greensboro Aquatic Center, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd. In honor of Brooks Kendrick. Fundraising/awareness event for children with the rare skin disease Epidermolysis Bullosa. Free. Donations appreciated. give.ebresearch.org/greensboro2024.
Political & Collectibles Show Featuring Poltical & Advertising Buttons, Sports, Military and More: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Wyndham Garden, 415 S. Swing Road, Greensboro. $3. Take a walk through history by way of past and present political campaigns, including items from the 1800s to current campaigns. Free appraisal and auction service on quality political campaign items that are of interest. Children and students admitted free. 336-908-9712.
StellarCon, Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 6-7, UNCG, Moore Humanities and Research Building, 1111 Spring Garden St., Greensboro. $5. Family friendly, and semi-educational, science fiction and fantasy genre centered event with vendors, panelists, indie film screenings, table top games, workshops and activities for all ages. 336-447-3306.
Ralph Stanley II and the Clinch Mountain Boys: 7- 10 p.m., Rockingham Theatre, 205 Gilmer St., Reidsville. $35. 336-524-6822.
Piedmont Bird Club Field Trip: 8:30 a.m., Glencoe Haw River Trail, Glencoe Paddle Access (adjacent to Route 62), Burlington. May see ospreys, cormorants, deciduous forest songbirds, and various spring migrants. About three hours. Bathroom located at the trailhead. Register at www.piedmontbirdclub.org.
44th Blowing Rock Trout Derby: sunrise-4 p.m., The Picnic Shelter at Robbins Pool, 173 Lakeside Drive, Blowing Rock. https://blowingrock.com/troutderby/.
SUNDAY
60th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraising Auction: 2 p.m., The Barn at Reynolda Village, 106 Reynolda Village Way, Winston-Salem. With Piedmont Craftsmen. Drinks, hors d'oeuvres, live jazz, friendly bidding wars. $100. 336-725-1516 or piedmontcraftsmen.org.
University of North Carolina School of the Arts Flute Ensemble Concert: 3 p.m., Shallowford Presbyterian Church, 1200 Lewisville-Clemmons Road, Lewisville. Bo Boisen, Ariel Collins, Daniel Cruz, Ivan Felipe Muñoz Vargas, Phoebe Plyant, Margaret Sechrest and Gabrielle Small, accompanied by pianist Robert Rocco, will perform works by Valerie Coleman, Carl Nielsen, Osvaldo Lacerde, Georges Adolphe Hue, Frank Martin, Philippe Gaubert, Pattápio Silva and the premiere of a new work by Phoebe Plyant. All flutists are students of Tadeu Coelho. Free, donations accepted. Light refreshments. 336-766-3178 or www.shallowfordpresbyterian.org.
Annual Temple Emanuel Jewish Festival: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 1129 Jefferson Road, Greensboro. Entertainment, dancing, delicious ethnic food and artisan vendors. Open to the public, rain or shine. Games and inflatables, popular sanctuary tours with Senior Rabbi Andy Koren, Jerusalem market known as the Shuk and roving Biblical characters.
MONDAY, APRIL 8
Free Public Viewing of Total Eclipse of the Sun: 1:30-4:30 p.m., GTCC Cline Observatory, 621 E. Main St., parking lot F on the Jamestown campus. Portable solar-filtered telescopes set up for use with help from the observatory staff and volunteers, members of the Stellar Society and GTCC’s student astronomy club. gtcc.edu/_files/campus-maps/JamestownCampus.pdf.
Total Eclipse of the Park: noon-6 p.m. April 8, Triad Park, 9652 W. Market St., Kernersville. At shelters 6, 7 and the amphitheater. Food trucks, free eclipse hats, buttons and tattoos from the WFMY News 2 treat trailer. Music provided by iHeartRadio stations. Bring seating. 336-703-2500.
Inaugural Toyota Pickleball Tournament: April 27-28, City of Asheboro Recreation Center and Central Church, Asheboro. Entry deadline is April 8. Benefits Boys & Girls Club. https://givebutter.com/bgcpickleball.
TUESDAY, APRIL 9
23-24 Bryan Series - Judy Woodruff: 7:30 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. With Guilford College. TangerCenter.com or CustomerCare@TangerCenter.com.
Carolina Classic Movie "A Streetcar Named Desire": 7 p.m., Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St. $8, taxes and fees included. Seniors, military, first responders, students and educators save $1 per ticket. Carolina Theatre movie passes will also be accepted at the door. CarolinaTheatre.com.
Free Fitness Class: 6 p.m., Woven Works Park, 401 Cumberland St., Greensboro. 336-373-5826 or chelsea.phipps@greensboro-nc.gov.
Second Annual Choose Joy! Golf Tournament: 7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start, The Challenge Golf Course, 1179 Challenge Drive, Graham. Fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Central and Western North Carolina. Jennifer Lawson, 336-778-2524 or jlawson@nc.wish or choosejoygolf.org.
Camille’s Closet and Theo’s Threads: 5-7 p.m. April 9-12, first floor of Four Seasons Town Centre, Suite 140, Greensboro. Pop-up shop for teens to get free prom or special-occasion attire.www.greensboro-nc.gov/camillescloset.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10
Disney Princess – The Concert: 7 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. disneyprincessconcert.com.
An Evening with MLB Manager Tony La Russa & Elon University School of Law: 6:30 p.m. April 10, Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. Free. RSVP. 336-279-9200. For large group information, contact Elon Law Events Coordinator Delia Rhodes at drhodes4@elon.edu.
THURSDAY, APRIL 11
Southern Fried Funeral: 7:30 p.m. April 11-13 and 3 p.m. April 14, Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $24. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Senior Dance Capstones: 7:30 p.m. April 11-13, High Point University, Empty Space Theatre. Senior dance majors Melanie Fitts and Blaire Edwards will present “Conflictions,” their capstone work, as two separate concerts within one. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
Reynolda On the House: 4-7 p.m., Reynolda House Museum of American Art, 2250 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem. Free. reynolda.org.calendar.
Frank Campion - Selected Works Reception: 5-7 p.m., Artworks Gallery, 564 N. Trade St., Winston-Salem. Solo exhibit of paintings and works on paper. Runs through April 27. Free. 336-723-5890 or www.Artworks-Gallery.org.
An Evening with Joshua Bennett: 7 p.m., N.C. A&T, McNair Hall, 1601 E. Market St., Greensboro. Poetry. Free. Register. www.eventbrite.com.
Students Shine Presentation Day: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m., GTCC, Medlin Campus Center, 601 E. Main St., Jamestown. Free. Will showcase GTCC students' work, with live performances, displays, demonstrations, and presentations representing various departments and programs across the college including theater, jazz music, cosmetology, ceramics, culinary arts, fire protection technology, dental, automotive, welding and more. tinyurl.com/sns2ku2a.
Wine & Cheese Reception Alamance Arts: 4 p.m., Alamance Arts, 213 S. Main St., Graham. Hear about trips to Spain and Canada. Register. outreach@alamancearts.org.
Dogs on the Catwalk: 7-10 p.m., Tanger Center, Greensboro. Canines, critters and their companions walk the runway to raise money for Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, a silent auction and more. https://reddogfarm.com/events/.
Twelfth Night, or What You Will by William Shakespeare: multiple times, April 11-13, Freedman Theatre, 1533 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. $20-$25 plus taxes and fees. www.uncsa.edu.
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Walking Tours: Saturdays, downtown Greensboro, Greensboro African American history tour, Greensboro true crime, downtown Winston-Salem. $12. Book in advance. www.trianglewalkingtours.com.
The Dash will face their cross-town rivals, the Greensboro Grasshoppers, in 18 games this season. Mark your calendars for exciting games on: April 9-14, June 11-16 and July 30-Aug. 4.
RiverRun International Film Festival: April 18-April 27, Greensboro and Winston-Salem. The festival will feature 196 screenings. RiverRun is an Academy Award-qualifying festival in two categories: Documentary Short and Animated Short. riverrunfilm.com/festival-passes. Tickets to individual screenings will be available beginning April 5 at riverrunfilm.com.
Winston-Salem Symphony Jeans ‘n Classics - Never Break the Chain - The Music of Fleetwood Mac: 7:30 p.m. April 6, R.J. Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road. Tickets start at $29. wssymphony.org or 336-464-0145.
Third Annual Community Spring Extravaganza: 1-4 p.m. April 13, Willow Oaks, 22 Linda Jones Circle, Greensboro. Rain date, April 20. Activities, free food, bring nonperishable food donations. Vendors register by April 9. www.collaborativecg.org/projects/spring-extravaganza.
Truist Point will host more than a dozen college baseball games this spring, highlighted by High Point University hosting N.C. A&T on April 16. Game time is set for 6 p.m. The Big South Championship will be held at Truist Point for the third straight year with games running from May 23-25. GTCC will also utilize the Rockers’ home ballpark for multiple games. Truist Point will also host local high school contests with teams and details to be announced at a later date. Single game tickets on sale April 1. www.highpointrockers.com.
Bethesda Center for the Homeless Hosts An Evening with Appalachian State Head Football Coach Shawn Clark: 7 p.m., April 18, R.J. Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road, Winston-Salem. $25-$75. Coach Clark will share insights into his coaching philosophy, the Mountaineers' winning strategies and his experiences leading a successful program. bethesdacenter.org.
The Hair Journey - Premiere & Gala Night, tickets on sale now: 5:30 p.m. April 23. With Royal Expressions Contemporary Ballet. Location to be determined. Celebrate 15 years of dancing, teaching and inspiring the community. Guests are encouraged to wear dramatic hair and dress with flair. Showcase favorite weaves, wigs and natural hairstyles. $60-$100. 336-944-6146 or royalexpressions.org.
Carolina Core Brews Fest: noon-4 p.m. April 27, Truist Point Stadium, 214 Lindsay St., High Point. Craft brews, local vendors, entertainment, a VIP experience and more. Tickets went on sale Feb. 2. $45, while VIP admission, offering early access at 11 a.m., is available for $75. Attendees must be 21 years or older, with valid ID required for entry. No pets, service animals welcome. www.ccbrewsfest.com.
Rugby Debut: 7:30 p.m. April 27, Truist Point, High Point. Charlotte-based Anthem RC and NOLA Gold meet. www.HighPointRockers.com and at the Truist Point Box Office. Early bird tickets are priced as low as $14.
Face to Face: 7:30 p.m. April 30, Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 2825 University Pkwy, Winston-Salem. With Trevor Noah. $75+. 336-758-3322, Ext. 2 or facetoface@wfu.edu.
Winston-Salem Fairgrounds 2024 Indoor Concert Series. Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster and at the Fairgrounds Box Office located at the Fairgrounds Arena (formerly known as the Annex), 414 Deacon Blvd. in Winston-Salem. Ticket prices vary by performance.
Beach Mountain: Hikes begin May 1. Stop by the Visitors Center for trail maps at 403-A Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain. Guided hikes, giveaways and more. 828-387-9283 or 800-468-5506 or www.beechmtn.com.
The Winston-Salem Dash will become the Winston-Salem Hype Hens for their game on May 10. The team will wear special jerseys and caps + will offer special ticket packages - a chicken coop that fans can interact with each home game will also be unveiled. tinyurl.com/bdfdht97.
Le Diner en Blanc: June 1, Greensboro. The venue will remain secret until the last minute. People can sign up for Phase 3 by visiting greensboro.dinerenblanc.com and clicking the Register tab. Guests must wear only white, bring a table, two white chairs and a white tablecloth and the only adult beverages available for purchase are wine and/or champagne.
Peso Pluma: 8 p.m. June 12, Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd. Mexican singer. LiveNation.com or www.citientertainment.com.
Mexican music superstar CHIQUIS: 8 p.m. June 15, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Part of her North American tour, DIAMANTES TOUR, where the singer has tailored a brand new live experience full of her greatest hits for all her fans. Ticketmaster.com.
Steve Miller Band: 7 p.m. June 16, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Tickets went on sale Feb. 23. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.com.
The Beach Boys bring their “Endless Summer Gold” tour: June 19, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Tickets go on sale March 8. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.com.
FerxxoCalipsis Tour 2024: 8 p.m. June 21, Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd. Colombian musical phenomenon. Tickets went on sale Feb. 15. Ticketmaster.com.
Comedian Shane Gillis: 7 and 9:30 p.m. June 22, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Tickets went on sale Feb. 23. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.com.
Jhené Aiko: June 22, Greensboro Coliseum. “The Magic Hour Tour” co-starring Coi Leray, Tink, Umi and Kiana Lede. www.jheneaiko.com.
RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles: July 9, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Tickets start at $29 and go on sale March 22 at 10 a.m. at TangerCenter.com.
“The Rocket Man Show” a tribute to Elton John: Aug. 9, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party returns to Greensboro Coliseum Sept. 7-8.
Mamma Mia!: Sept. 17-22, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
Carolina Cowboys Return to Greensboro Coliseum for 2024 PBR Camping World Team Series Homestand Sept. 20-22. Tickets start at $20, taxes and fees not included. Ticketmaster.com and PBR.com. The bull riding action for the 2024 PBR Camping World Team Series’ Cowboy Days at Greensboro Coliseum begins at 7:45 p.m. Sept. 20, 6:45 p.m. Sept. 21 and 1:45 p.m. Sept. 22.
& Juliet: Oct. 8-13, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
The Heart Royal Flush Tour: Oct. 16, Greensboro Coliseum. Presented by AEG Presents. Tickets go on sale April 5. The iconic rock band will be joined by special guest Cheap Trick. www.heart-music.com.
Hamilton: Dec. 26–Jan. 5, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
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MJ: Feb. 18-23, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
A Beautiful Noise – the Neil Diamond Musical: March 4-9, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
Back to the Future: The Musical: May 6-11, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
Some Like It Hot: June 24-29, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
Elf the Musical: Dec. 10-15, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
The Book of Mormon: April 18-20, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
Cornelius Muller Productions, a North Carolina-based film company dedicated to producing family films that inspire, uplift and entertain, has announced that its uplifting and inspiring film, “Making Him Famous,” is now available for screening on Amazon Prime, Vudu and Tubi. For information, visit www.makinghimfamous.com.
“The Reading Room: From Seuss to Geisel & Back Again” has opened at the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum. The exhibition features Kathy and Jim Griffel’s collection of Theodor Seuss Geisel’s drawings, paintings and sculptures and will be on view in the Atwell Gallery of the Museum through June 2.
FRIDAY, APRIL 12
Evil Woman – The American ELO, America’s premier tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra: 8 p.m., Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. www.tangercenter.com/events.
Elements of Furniture Design Author Event: 5-7 p.m., Bienenstock Furniture Library, 1009 N. Main St., High Point. The library is hosting award-winning furniture designer Scott Coley for a book signing. Enjoy a glass of wine and purchase a signed copy of Coley's book, "Elements of Furniture Design." www.furniturelibrary.com.
Dead Man's Cell Phone: 8 p.m. April 12-13 and 2 p.m. April 14, Mountcastle Forum, 251 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem. $15 and fees. With Spirit Gum Theatre Company. https://ci.ovationtix.com/36386/production/1192109.
Musical Jersey Boys: multiple times, April 12-April 27, Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance, 650 W. 6th St. $19-$21. Eight performances will tell the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons as they work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom. www.theatrealliance.ws.
Outdoor Adventure Festival and Expo: April 12-14, Main Street and various locations, Pilot Mountain. Concerts and concert-goers can interact with a variety of vendors from these outdoor pursuits: Hiking, biking, climbing, camping, kayaking, fishing and disc golf. 336-444-2016 or tinyurl.com/y6pzfjj6.
Swingset: 7 p.m., Marguerite’s Coffee House, 4055 Robinhood Road, Winston-Salem. Suggested $5 donation at the door. Coffee and tea provided. Welcome to bring snacks and drinks to share. Stephanie Keys will be hosting. bud.stentz@randbint.net.
SATURDAY, APRIL 13
Greensboro Concert Band: 7:30 p.m., Dana Auditorium, Guilford College, 710 Levi Coffin Drive. Presenting Ayo (Copley), Hymn to the Sun with the Beat of Mother Earth (Yagisawa) and more. Free, donations welcome. 336-373-2547.
Wild Symphony – HPU Community Orchestra: 3 p.m., High Point University, Qubein Arena and Conference Center. “Wild Symphony” in celebration of the university’s centennial. For all ages. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
Fellowship Hall's 2024 Walk & Run for Recovery: 9 a.m., Country Park, 3905 Nathanael Greene Drive, Greensboro. 5K timed race or the 1.5 mile fun walk/run. Fundraiser. 336-553-6625 or www.fellowshiphall.com.
The Music of Star Wars: 8 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Presented by the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra. Dress as your favorite character. Starting at $35. ticketmaster.com.
Strange Fruit Music Festival: 2-8 p.m., LeBauer Park, 208 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Free. Music, community, and good vibes. Register. www.eventbrite.com.
Science Everywhere: UNCG. https://rise.uncg.edu/science-everywhere-2024/.
Spring Cleaning in the Historical Park: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave. Discover how early Americans prepared their households for the spring and summer seasons. Participate in seasonal tasks with historical interpreters. All ages welcome. Free. Drop-in. 336-885-1859.
Crafty Queers: 3 p.m. April 13, May 11, June 8, North Star LGBTQ+ Community Center, 930 Burke St., Winston-Salem. Free. Crafting social group where participants have light conversation while working on individual projects. Learn to crochet, do some painting or choose something out of the crafting bag.
Beethoven’s Ninth: 7:30 p.m. April 13 and 3 p.m. April 14, Wait Chapel, 1834 Wake Forest Road, Winston-Salem. Winston-Salem Symphony Chorus, Winston-Salem State University Singing Rams, Wake Forest University Choir, Kathryn Mueller (soprano), Laurel Semerdjian (mezzo soprano), Scott Ramsay (tenor), and Jason McKinney (bass). $10-$95. www.wssymphony.org/events/.
Third Annual Community Spring Extravaganza: 1-4 p.m., Willow Oaks, 22 Linda Jones Circle, Greensboro. Rain date, April 20. Activities, free food, bring nonperishable food donations. Vendors register by April 9. www.collaborativecg.org/projects/spring-extravaganza.
Spring Plant Sale: 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden, 215 S. Main St., Kernersville. See the tulips as well. Check out the plant list online by April 1. www.cienerbotanicalgarden.org. 336-996-7888.
Weenies & Tini's: 3-6 p.m., Jade Salon Midtown, 1209 Battleground Ave., Suite 300, Greensboro. Pet adoption event and fun activities. www.triadspca.org/events.
Autism Acceptance: 2-3:30 p.m., Glenn McNairy Branch Library, 4860 Lake Jeanette Road. Inclusive event open to everyone of all ages. The theme is trucks; expect lots of City of Greensboro vehicles including a police car, a fire engine, a recycling truck and an Access GSO bus. Vehicle crafts and sensory-friendly activities, including sensory bins, sensory bottles and a toy vehicle play area. 336-373-2015.
SUNDAY, APRIL 14
Hike: 2 p.m., Hike to the top of Mount Shepherd, highest elevation in Randolph County. May also meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Farmers Market in downtown Asheboro, 134 S. Church St., to carpool. 336-963-2715.
TUESDAY, APRIL 16
Moulin Rouge! The Musical: 7 p.m. April 16-18 and April 23-25, 8 p.m. April 19-20 and April 26-27, 2 p.m. April 20 and April 27, 1 and 6:30 p.m. April 21 and April 28, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Broadway. Recommended for ages 13+. TangerCenter.com or CustomerCare@TangerCenter.com.
Carolina Classic Movie "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory": 7 p.m., Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St. $8, taxes and fees included. Seniors, military, first responders, students and educators save $1 per ticket. Carolina Theatre movie passes will also be accepted at the door. CarolinaTheatre.com.
Jazz Concert: 7:30 p.m., High Point University, Empty Space Theatre. Latin jazz pieces. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
Free Fitness Class: 6 p.m., Historic Magnolia House, 442 Gorrell St., Greensboro. Kickboxing. 336-373-5826 or chelsea.phipps@greensboro-nc.gov.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17
‘Not Quite Almost’ by John Cariani: 7:30 p.m. April 17-20, High Point University, Pauline Theatre in Hayworth Fine Arts Center. Series of poignant, funny and inspiring vignettes confronting the challenges of contemporary young life. Patrons will have a special treat of being seated on stage in a unique layout and experience. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
Industry in the Wood - Western North Carolina Furniture Manufacturing: 10 a.m., High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave. The High Point Historical Society will host author, historian and instructor, Richard Eller to talk about his new book on western North Carolina furniture manufacturing. Free. 336-885-1859.
THURSDAY, APRIL 18
RiverRun International Film Festival: April 18-27, Winston-Salem and Greensboro. riverrunfilm.com.
Fresh Picked – Concert of New Music: 7:30 p.m., High Point University, Empty Space Theatre. Premiere performances of music written by HPU music students as well as performances of other notable pieces of music composed in the past few years. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
Flutter Reception: 6-8 pm., Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art, 750 Marguerite Drive, Winston-Salem. Exhibition of photography by Los Angeles-based artist David Gilbert, on view through Aug. 18. Free. tinyurl.com/597cua3a or ppledger@ncartmuseum.org.
Bethesda Center for the Homeless Hosts An Evening with Appalachian State Head Football Coach Shawn Clark: 7 p.m., R.J. Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road, Winston-Salem. $25-$75. Coach Clark will share insights into his coaching philosophy, the Mountaineers' winning strategies and his experiences leading a successful program. bethesdacenter.org.
Piedmont Bird Club, Changing the Conservation Conversation: 7 p.m., Kathleen Clay Edwards Family Library, 1420 Price Park Drive, Greensboro. Lauren D. Pharr, avian ecologist and Ph.D. student at N.C. State, will speak. www.piedmontbirdclub.org.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
Cinema Spectacular: 7:30 p.m., Willingham Theater (Yadkin Cultural Arts Center), 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. Free screening of "Rocketman." All attendees will receive free popcorn and bottled water. Additional concessions will be available for purchase. Reserve tickets in advance to guarantee a seat. www.yadkinarts.org or at from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at the box office.
Autism Unbound Denim & Diamonds: 6:30 p.m., Villa Magnolias, 6210 Technology Drive, Browns Summit. Participants are encouraged to wear their finest denim attire, complemented with sparkling accessories. $40. www.eventbrite.com.
Celebration of Spring: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 19-21, self-guided tour featuring 44 Seagrove pottery shops. www.discoverseagrove.com.
Musical Jersey Boys: multiple times, April 19-April 27, Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance, 650 W. 6th St. $19-$21. Tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons as they work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom. www.theatrealliance.ws.
Friday Night Bluegrass: 7 p.m., Sunset Theatre, 234 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. Last Hour Bluegrass, a gospel group based out of North Carolina, features a five-piece band with four vocalists. $10 online or at the door. www.SunsetTheatre.org or 336-626-1240.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20
Kellin Foundation's "Pinwheels of Hope": 1-3 p.m., Country Park, Shelter 1, 3905 Nathanael Greene Drive, Greensboro. In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, elementary school-aged participants are encouraged to adorn pinwheels with symbols of safety and love, contributing to awareness in their yards. Games, discussions on healthy relationships and personal growth and refreshments, courtesy of the Junior League of Greensboro. suzanne@kellinfoundation.org.
Harlem Globetrotters: 2 p.m., Greensboro Coliseum. www.harlemglobetrotters.com.
Earth Day Festival: 1-4 p.m., Keeley Park, Greensboro. Wide range of activities and educational opportunities. 336-373-2712 or Kaitlyn.Farina@greensboro-nc.gov.
Piedmont Earth Day Fair: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd. info@peanc.org.
Florence Nightingale Day: 12:30-4:30 p.m., Manchester Hall at Wake Forest University. Open to ages 13 and older. Gives students the opportunity to explore careers in the growing field of statistics and data science. https://sites.google.com/wfu.edu/fnday-wfu/.
Inaugural Zoo City StrEAT Fest: 5-8 p.m., downtown Asheboro. In honor of Earth Day. The North Carolina Zoo will bring educational and interactive activities to highlight all the great work they do for conservation and wildlife. This event will include outdoor dining, live music and a pop-up farmers market. Families are also encouraged to bring their kids along as the festival will offer many different free activities for kids including face painting, sidewalk chalk art, a seed germination station, an interactive soil and water mobile classroom and more. Sunset Avenue will be closed from Fayetteville Street to Church Street. A portion of North Street will also be closed. www.downtownasheboro.com/zoo-city-streat-fest.
Beer - Past to Present: noon-3 p.m., High Point Museum, 1859 E. Lexington Ave. Traveling exhibition dedicated to the science and medicinal technologies used to improve foods and beverages, including beer. To set the mood, Paddled South Brewery will be in the Historical Park with an “1859” brew. Head inside the museum at 1 p.m. to listen to Amanda Allen from the HPU History Department talk on “The Divine Craft: the Sacrality of Medieval Beer and Brewing.” The traveling exhibition, “From DNA to Beer: Harnessing Nature in Medicine and Industry,” will be available April 23-June 1. 336-885-1859.
Fourth Annual Chalk Walk Art Competition: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Greensboro Arboretum, 401 Ashland Drive, Greensboro. Register to compete as a artist in one of four categories - Youth 0-12, Teens 13-17, Adults 18+ and Group. $10. 336-373-4334 or tinyurl.com/ycy5jyfr.
Human Race: 9 a.m., Country Park, 3905 Nathanael Greene Drive, Greensboro. Community 5K fun run, walk or roll to raise revenue for local nonprofits. https://volunteercentertriad.org/event/human-race-greensboro/.
Rhonda Vincent and The Rage: 7:30 p.m., Historic Earle Theatre, 142 N. Main St., Mount Airy. $45-$75. www.surryarts.org.
Eighth Annual Reverse Raffle Fundraiser Event: 5:30 p.m., Burke Manor Inn & Pavillion, 303 Burke St., Gibsonville. $50-$100. https://www.alamancearts.org/reverseraffle.
High Point Farmers Market Kicks Off: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., High Point Public Library, 901 N. Main St. Food for sale, craft vendors, health screenings, live music with Simple Covers. 336-689-4463.
Sofia Talvik, Americana/folk singer with Swedish roots: 6-7 p.m., High Point Public Library, 901 N. Main St. Talvik is a rare artist and an avid storyteller with a voice comparable to that of giants like Joni Mitchell. 336-883-3650.
Legacy Bass Tournament: 6 a.m. gates open, Graham-Mebane Lake, 3218 Bason Road, Mebane. Tournament for adult/youth entries. All boats return by 3 p.m. 919-563-6544 or www.GrahamRecreationAndParks.com.
PettyFest: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Petty Museum, 309 Branson Mill Road, Randleman. $10 for ages 12 and older, $5 for ages 5-11, free for children 4 and younger. Cruise-in cars for two people, $25. Meet the King and other members of the Petty family. The event includes a cruise-in and tours of the museum and garage. Different types of vendors and food trucks will also be onsite. Autographed dash plaques will be given for the first 100 cruise-in cars. 336-495-1143.
Bold 2 B U Community Hosts End of Year Cookout for College Students: 5-7 p.m., 455 Gorrell St., Greensboro. Free. Family friendly. Meals to go, fun games onsite. bold2bu.wixsite.com/community.
MONDAY, APRIL 22
Spring Choral Concert: 7:30 p.m., High Point University, Pauline Theatre in Hayworth Fine Arts Center. Will be livestreamed at www.highpoint.edu/live-stream. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
TUESDAY, APRIL 23
The Hair Journey - Premiere & Gala Night: 5:30 p.m., UNCG Auditorium, 408 Tate St., Greensboro. With Royal Expressions Contemporary Ballet. Celebrate 15 years of dancing, teaching and inspiring the community. Guests are encouraged to wear dramatic hair and dress with flair. Showcase favorite weaves, wigs and natural hairstyles. $60-$100. 336-944-6146 or royalexpressions.org.
Free Fitness Class: 6 p.m., Freedom Cornerstone, corner of Murrow and Gate City Blvd. on the Downtown Greenway, Greensboro. Zumba. 336-373-5826 or chelsea.phipps@greensboro-nc.gov.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24
A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute - Lo frate 'nnmaorato: 7:30 p.m. April 24 and April 26, 2 p.m. April 28, Agnes de Mille Theatre, 1533 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. Embark on a hilarious journey through the twisted web of arranged marriages, forbidden love and mistaken identities in Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s “Lo frate 'nnamorato.” $28.89, $23.54 for students.
Convergent Exhibition Reception: 4:30 p.m. April 24, Sechrest Art Gallery at High Point University. Features the work of seniors from the department of art and graphic design. No tickets required.
Wind Ensemble Concert: 7:30 p.m., High Point University, Pauline Theatre in Hayworth Fine Arts Center. This concert, “Give Us This Day,” will honor HPU’s centennial and include world premiere performances of compositions by music faculty Louis Raymond-Kolker and JW Turner. Also features the winner of the inaugural HPU Wind Ensemble Student Concerto Competition – Jared Bevacqua, euphonium. Complimentary tickets at www.highpoint.edu/arts-design/eventcalendar/.
THURSDAY, APRIL 25
RiverRun International Film Festival: April 25-27. riverrunfilm.com.
Sensory Friendly Nights: 5-8 p.m. April 25 (coincides with NC Science Festival Month), May 16, Greensboro Science Center, 4301 Lawndale Drive. These nights are crafted to offer a welcoming and comfortable setting for those who may benefit from a less stimulating environment. mregester@greensboroscience.org.
Tribute Festival to The King: April 25-28, Edward C. Smith Civic Center, 2 N. Main St., Lexington. nctributetotheking.com.
FRIDAY, APRIL 26
A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute - Lo frate 'nnmaorato: 7:30 p.m. April 26, 2 p.m. April 28, Agnes de Mille Theatre, 1533 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. Embark on a hilarious journey through the twisted web of arranged marriages, forbidden love and mistaken identities in Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s “Lo frate 'nnamorato.” $28.89, $23.54 for students.
Oliver Anthony - Out of the Woods: Greensboro Coliseum.
Family Hike: 4-5:30 p.m., Brightwood Park Nature Trail, 4698 Fewell Drive, Greensboro. Register. Free. tinyurl.com/4524t4j6.
Liberty Antiques Festival: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. April 26-27, Pike Family Farm, 2855 Pike Farm Road, Staley. Four hundred dealers from more than 25 states. Free parking. Admission charged. heartofnorthcarolina.com.
Amplify Black Voices Festival: 7 p.m. April 26-27, International Civil Rights Museum, 134 S. Elm St., Greensboro. $10-$15. Each evening will feature two plays followed by a discussion. amplifygso@gmail.com.
Tree Planting Ceremony: 10-11 a.m., South Graham Park, 1609 Rogers Road, Graham. Celebrate Arbor Day. All ages. Free. arbordayingraham@gmail.com.
Musical Jersey Boys: multiple times, April 26-27, Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance, 650 W. 6th St. $19-$21. Tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons as they work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom. www.theatrealliance.ws.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
Million Dollar Quartet: April 27-May 12, Sunset Theatre, 234 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. Written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. Directed by Peggy Taphorn. A co-production with Temple Theatre. www.rhinoleap.com.
MercyMe "Always Only Jesus Tour": Greensboro Coliseum. mercyme.org.
Carolina Core Brews Fest: noon-4 p.m., Truist Point Stadium, 214 Lindsay St., High Point. Craft brews, local vendors, entertainment, a VIP experience and more. $45, while VIP admission, offering early access at 11 a.m., is available for $75. Attendees must be 21 years or older, with valid ID required for entry. No pets, service animals welcome. www.ccbrewsfest.com.
Cat Popper W/ Brian K & The Parkway: 5 p.m., West Salem Public House, 400 S. Green St., Winston-Salem. Free. Suitable for all ages. Spunky roots rock meets art pop vibe.
Military Vehicle & Gun Collector’s Show: April 27-28, Denton FarmPark, 1072 Cranford Road. Military tanks, motorcycles, jeeps, trucks and amphibious vehicles that will all be on display for visitors. Explore the swap meet and gun show areas, participate in daily events such as convoy rides and shoot a machine gun, take a train ride on the Handy Dandy, experience a Huey or Cobra helicopter ride. 336-859-2755 or https://dentonfarmpark.com/military-vehicle-collector-show/.
Rugby Debut: 7:30 p.m., Truist Point, High Point. Charlotte-based Anthem RC and NOLA Gold meet. www.HighPointRockers.com and at the Truist Point Box Office.
TUESDAY, APRIL 30
The Silent Series at the Carolina presents "The Circus": 7 p.m., Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St. $8, taxes and fees included. Seniors, military, first responders, students and educators save $1 per ticket. Carolina Theatre movie passes will also be accepted at the door. CarolinaTheatre.com.
Face to Face: 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 2825 University Pkwy, Winston-Salem. With Trevor Noah. $75+. 336-758-3322, Ext. 2 or facetoface@wfu.edu.
Youth Orchestra’s Program – Spring Finale: 7 p.m., Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road, Winston-Salem. Youth Symphony, Youth Philharmonic, Chamber Sinfonia and Premiere Strings. Free. www.wssymphony.org/events/.
Free Fitness Class: 6 p.m., Woven Works Park , 401 Cumberland St., Greensboro. Partner Tag + Go. 336-373-5826 or chelsea.phipps@greensboro-nc.gov.
Fred Barakat Sports Dinner: Greensboro Coliseum. ESPN College Basketball Analyst and two-time ACC Men’s Basketball coach of the year Seth Greenberg will be the featured speaker benefitting the Matt Brown Learn-to-Swim Endowment. www.greensborosportscouncil.com.
MAY 1
Beach Mountain: Hikes begin May 1. Stop by the Visitors Center for trail maps at 403-A Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain. Guided hikes, giveaways and more. 828-387-9283 or 800-468-5506 or www.beechmtn.com.
MAY 2
Cocktails & Cleats: 5-7 p.m., Congdon Yards, 410 W. English Road, High Point. $100. Annual fundraiser to provide access to opportunity without financial barriers for CCFC Academy youth players in the Core of NC. Cocktail attire. tinyurl.com/mr2jvc2w.
MAY 3
International Dance Series: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Centennial Station, 121 S. Centennial St. in High Point. Belly dancing and Bollywood. $10. tinyurl.com/2sp5cxmj or 336-889-2787, Ext. 26.
Greensboro Comedy Festival: 8 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St. $59-$175 plus taxes and fees. TangerCenter.com or Ticketmaster.com.
Party on the Plaza with West End Mambo: 6-9 p.m., Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. Free. Live music, food trucks, fun beverages. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Stained Glass Playhouse - “Our Town”: May 3-5, 10-12 and 17-19, 4401 Indiana Ave., Winston-Salem. stainedglassplayhouse.org.
Musical Chairs Countywide Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. May 3, June 7, July 5, Aug. 2, Bill Cooke Park, 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham. Free. May 3: Mel Melton & The Wicked Mojos (zydeco/blues). June 7: Sahara Reggae Band (reggae). July 5: The Phoebes Band (rock/blues/pop/country). Aug. 2: Dani Kerr & the Skeleton Krew (southern rock/country/americana). www.cityofgraham.com/grpd-special-musical-chairs/.
MAY 4
Make-A-Wish Central and Western North Carolina's Kentucky Derby Classic: 3 p.m., Summerfield Farms, 3203 Pleasant Ridge Road, Summerfield. Live auctions, raffles, inspiring stories from local wish families and opportunities to make life-changing wishes possible. https://one.bidpal.net/kentuckyderbyclassic/welcome.
Get The Led Out: 8 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Ticketmaster.com.
Second Annual Arts Unbound Festival: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Creative Aging Network-NC, 2400 Summit Ave., Greensboro. Open house with campus and studio tours, Native American blessing of the land, rain or shine. 336-303-9963.
Scheherazade: 7:30 p.m. May 4 and 3 p.m. May 5, Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road, Winston-Salem. $10-$95. www.wssymphony.org/events/.
Third Annual Rural Hall Antique Tractor Show with Plant Sale: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Nazareth Lutheran Church, 460 Bethania-Rural Hall Road. A tractor parade and hayride will be held at 9:30 a.m. Prizes will be given for the oldest tractor and the tractor that has traveled the farthest. 336-971-8539.
Ninth Annual Wheels on the Greenway: 9 a.m.-noon, Woven Works Park, 401 Cumberland St., Greensboro. 336-373-5826 or chelsea.phipps@greensboro-nc.gov.
Model Water Tower Competition: 9 a.m., Craft Community Recreation Center, 3911 Yanceyville St., Greensboro. Aims to educate and engage youth about water resource engineering, infrastructure, water treatment, and water conservation and spark an interest in future related professions. 336-373-6401 or www.greensboro-nc.gov/ModelWaterComp.
An Attitude of Gratitude Line Dancing Fundraiser: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., George's K Catering Banquet Hall, 2108 Cedar Fork Drive, Greensboro. $25, plus optional $5 cash raffle tickets. Funds raised will be used to support local schools with school supplies. 336-617-0197.
MAY 7
Carolina Classic Movie "Blazing Saddles": 7 p.m., Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St. $8, taxes and fees included. Seniors, military, first responders, students and educators save $1 per ticket. Carolina Theatre movie passes will also be accepted at the door. CarolinaTheatre.com.
Salem Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. May 7, May 28, June 18, July 4, Aug. 6, Aug. 20 (rain date if needed), Salem Square in Old Salem, 649 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. Free. Bring chairs. Food vendors. May 7, March Madness with 6:45 pm pre-concert music by the SB Flute Ensemble; and soloist = band & audience. musicdirector@salemband.org.
MAY 9
GreenHill Center for North Carolina Art's 50th Anniversary Gala: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Food, cocktails, coffee, dessert. development@greenhillnc.org.
Wine, Women and Shoes: 5:30 p.m., Legacy Stables and Events, 4151 Thomasville Road, Winston-Salem. Benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities Piedmont Triad. Wine tastings, shopping, fashion show, auction. General admission, $125; limited VIP tickets, $175. winewomenandshoes.com/rmhcpt.
MAY 10
Stained Glass Playhouse - “Our Town”: May 10-12 and 17-19, 4401 Indiana Ave., Winston-Salem. stainedglassplayhouse.org.
Ripcord: May 10-19, Hanesbrands Theatre, 209 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem. With Little Theatre of Winston-Salem. LTofWS.org.
The Foreign Landers: 7:30 p.m., Carolina Theatre, 310 S. Greene St., Greensboro. $15 plus fees and taxes. 336-333-2600 or carolinatheatre.com.
The Winston-Salem Dash will become the Winston-Salem Hype Hens for their game on May 10. The team will wear special jerseys and caps + will offer special ticket packages - a chicken coop that fans can interact with each home game will also be unveiled. tinyurl.com/bdfdht97.
MAY 11
Greensboro Symphony - Conducted by Chelsea Tipton: 8 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Symphony concert. With Andrew Sords - violin. TangerCenter.com or CustomerCare@TangerCenter.com.
Choral Society of Greensboro: 7:30 p.m., Gail Brower Huggins Performance Center, Greensboro College, 815 W. Market St. Presenting Requiem (Hayes) and Song of Wisdom from Old Turtle (Martin). Free, donations welcome. 336-373-2547.
Crafty Queers: 3 p.m. May 11, June 8, North Star LGBTQ+ Community Center, 930 Burke St., Winston-Salem. Free. Crafting social group where participants have light conversation while working on individual projects. Learn to crochet, do some painting or choose something out of the crafting bag.
Nia Imani Franklin - Gospel and R&B Favorites: 7:30 p.m., Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road, Winston-Salem. $10-$95. www.wssymphony.org/events/.
The Elm Street Run Festival: various times, LeBauer Park, 208 N. Davie St., Greensboro. 10 mile, 5K or one-mile walk/run. Benefits TriadBeHeadStrong, a local charity supporting brain and spine tumor patients and providers. runsignup.com.
MAY 12
Comedian Nate Bargatze: Greensboro Coliseum. natebargatze.com.
Lady Tremaine Hawkins: 7 p.m., Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts. Experience the divine presence of a true gospel legend.
MAY 14
Historian Joseph Crespino: 6-7 p.m., Greensboro History Museum. Crespino is the author of "Atticus Finch, The Biography: Harper Lee, her father, and the making of an American icon." A 7:30 p.m. showing of "To Kill a Mockingbird" follows at the Tanger Center. www.ticketmaster.com.
To Kill A Mockingbird: 7:30 p.m. May 14-16, 8 p.m. May 17-18, 2 p.m. May 18, 1 and 6:30 p.m. May 19, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Broadway. Recommended for ages 12+. With Richard Thomas. TangerCenter.com or CustomerCare@TangerCenter.com.
MAY 15
Richard Petty’s Blue Jeans and Boots Fundraiser: 6-9 p.m., Reverie Place, 514 Providence Church Road, Randleman. $200. Specialty cocktails, dinner, both live and silent auction, live music and other activities. Special guests include former ACC basketball players, NFL players and several Moonshiners from the hit show on Discovery. 336-495-6643 or visit www.pettyfamilyfoundation.org.
MAY 16
Greensboro Bound: May 16-19, downtown Greensboro. Welcomes an inclusive community of readers and writers for four days of 100% free literary programming. Author talks, workshops and children’s programming. Award-winning author, musician and screenwriter James McBride will speak at 6:30 p.m. May 16 at the Elliott University Center on UNCG’s campus. www.greensborobound.com.
Sensory Friendly Nights: 5-8 p.m., Greensboro Science Center, 4301 Lawndale Drive. These nights are crafted to offer a welcoming and comfortable setting for those who may benefit from a less stimulating environment. mregester@greensboroscience.org.
MAY 17
Philharmonia of Greensboro: 7:30 p.m., Christ United Methodist Church, 410 N. Holden Road, Greensboro. Presenting Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, and Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde and Die Walküere. Free, donations welcome. 336-373-2547.
Stained Glass Playhouse - “Our Town”: May 17-19, 4401 Indiana Ave., Winston-Salem. stainedglassplayhouse.org.
Family Hike: 4-5:30 p.m., Nat Greene Trail, 5945 Lake Brandt Road, Greensboro. Meet at the shelter in the Lake Brandt Marina parking lot. Register. Free. tinyurl.com/4524t4j6.
American Cancer Society Relay For Life of the Triad: 6 p.m., Creekside Park, Archdale. Luminaria ceremony, 9 p.m. www.relayforlife.org/triadnc or 336-575-6325.
MAY 18
Henry Cho: 7:30 p.m., Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $35. “Edgy, but clean” humor. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Bill Burr Live: 7:30 p.m., Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 2825 University Parkway, Winston-Salem. Starting at $38 plus fees. Doors open, 6:30 p.m. American comedian, actor, writer, producer and podcaster. ticketmaster.com.
Greensboro Bound Literary Festival: May 18, downtown Greensboro. www.greensborobound.com.
Journey to Brave Gala Games: 6-9 p.m., Boxcar Private Event Space, 120 W. Lewis St., Greensboro. Food and drinks, live auction, inspiring special guests, testimonials of impact. Benefits Kellin Foundation. 336-429-5600.
Pickin' in the Park: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Hagan-Stone Park, 5920 Hagan-Stone Park Road, Pleasant Garden. Free bluegrass festival. 336-687-3131 or www.highlonesomestrings.org.
Critical Hits - Writers Playing Video Games: 5 p.m., Van Dyke Performance Space, Greensboro Cultural Center. The event brings together four writers who game to discuss their contributions to "Critical Hits: Writer Playing Video Games": The book’s editors Carmen Maria Machado and J. Robert Lennon with contributors Anders Monson and Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah. A discussion and celebration of this ubiquitous medium to consider its lasting impact on our culture and ourselves.
Greensboro Garden Tour: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 18-19, six private gardens and The Healing Garden at Wesley Long. $25. Tickets are on sale at these locations: A.B. Seed, Extra Ingredient, Fleet-Plummer, Guilford Garden Center, Plants & Answers – The Big Greenhouse and Randy McManus Design. 336-282-4940.
MAY 19
Hike: 2 p.m., Hike at the Piedmont Land Conservancy’s Caraway Creek Preserve at 829 Jerico Road in Asheboro with views of Mount Shepherd and Caraway Mountain. May also meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Farmers Market in downtown Asheboro, 134 S. Church St., to carpool. 336-963-2715.
Sunday Night Concert Series: 6 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. BlackWater Band. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
MAY 23
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. May 23, June 27, July 25, Aug. 22, Sept. 12, Sept. 26, West Elm Street, Graham. Free. May 23: The Holiday Band. June 27: Cat5. July 25: Blackwater. Aug. 22: Part Time Party Time Band. Sept. 12: The Mighty Saints of Soul. Sept. 26: The Mason Lovette Band. www.GrahamRecreationAndParks.com.
Big South Baseball Championship: May 23-25, Truist Point, 301 N. Elm St., High Point. The tournament will feature the top four teams in the conference with the winner getting an automatic bid to the NCAA Regionals. General admission tickets are priced at $11 for a one day pass when purchased in advance. tinyurl.com/bdd9n2a9.
MAY 24
Concerts: 7:30 p.m. May 24, 7 p.m. May 25, 7:30 p.m. June 29, 7:30 p.m. July 26, 7 p.m. Aug. 17, Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 414 Deacon Blvd. Ticket prices vary by performance. May 24: Jeffrey Osborne with Keith Washington. May 25: Josh Turner with Graylen James. June 29: KEM with Envision. July 26: Mark Chesnutt with Presley Barker. Aug. 17: With headliner Jo Dee Messina. wsfairgrounds.com/event/fairgrounds-concert-series.
MAY 25
East Nash Grass: 7 p.m., Blue Ridge Music Center, milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. $20 in advance, $25 day of show, free for ages 12 and younger. Founding member Maddie Denton is a third generation fiddle player, who began playing at the age of 5. BlueRidgeMusicCenter.org.
Beech Mountain Resort – Summer Opening Day: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Beech Mountain Resort, 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain. Activities, concerts and more. 800-438-2093 or www.beechmountainresort.com.
MAY 28
Salem Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. May 28, June 18, July 4, Aug. 6, Aug. 20 (rain date if needed), Salem Square in Old Salem, 649 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. Bring chairs. Free. May 28, Puppet Magic with 6:45 p.m. pre-concert music by the SB Brass Quintet and guests, Paperhand Puppet Intervention. musicdirector@salemband.org.
MAY 30
Ricky Proehl Golf Classic: multiple times and locations, May 30-31. Benefits P.O.W.E.R. of Play Foundation. 336-665-5233 or proehlificpark.com.
MAY 31
Friday Night Rock'n the Park: 6:30 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. On the Border (The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Band) featuring opening act: Javier Batista, Cory Luetjen & The Traveling Blues Band. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
JUNE 1
Hike: 2 p.m., National Trails Day at North Carolina Zoological Park, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro. May also meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Farmers Market in downtown Asheboro, 134 S. Church St., to carpool. 336-963-2715.
Le Diner en Blanc: Greensboro. The venue will remain secret until the last minute. Guests must wear only white, bring a table, two white chairs and a white tablecloth and the only adult beverages available for purchase are wine and/or champagne. greensboro.dinerenblanc.com.
JUNE 5
High Point Very Informed Persons Awareness Tour: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., begins and ends at the Regional Visitors Center, 1634 N. Main St., Suite 102. Will educate and train hospitality professionals to better serve out-of-town visitors, newcomers and future residents. Free. Continental breakfast, lunch and snacks. nbowman@visithighpoint.com.
JUNE 7
Space Is the Place Community Art Party: 6-9 p.m., GreenHill, 200 N. Davie St., Greensboro. Space-themed, multi-generational. Open to all, interactive activities, along with outer space inspired music, food, artworks and performances will be spread throughout the gallery and studios. Based on public vote, a $100 first prize will be awarded for an entry in the SIGHTINGS community art exhibition. Visitors dressed as their favorite space character receive a free beverage. greenhillnc.org.
Little Theatre of Winston-Salem Presents Beautiful - The Carole King Musical: June 7-23, Hanesbrands Theatre, 209 N. Spruce St., Winston-Salem. www.LTofWS.org.
Musical Chairs Countywide Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. June 7, July 5, Aug. 2, Bill Cooke Park, 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham. Free. June 7: Sahara Reggae Band (reggae). July 5: The Phoebes Band (rock/blues/pop/country). Aug. 2: Dani Kerr & the Skeleton Krew (southern rock/country/americana). www.cityofgraham.com/grpd-special-musical-chairs/.
JUNE 8
Harry Potter & The Prisoner of Azkaban: 7 p.m. June 8 and 3 p.m. June 9, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Concert. With Greensboro Symphony. TangerCenter.com or CustomerCare@TangerCenter.com.
Cinema Spectacular: 2 p.m., Willingham Theater (Yadkin Cultural Arts Center), 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. Free screening of "Back to the Future." All attendees will receive free popcorn and bottled water. Additional concessions will be available for purchase. Reserve tickets in advance to guarantee a seat. www.yadkinarts.org or at from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at the box office.
Crafty Queers: 3 p.m., North Star LGBTQ+ Community Center, 930 Burke St., Winston-Salem. Free. Crafting social group where participants have light conversation while working on individual projects. Learn to crochet, do some painting or choose something out of the crafting bag.
North Carolina Ground Steak Festival: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., downtown Dobson. Ground steak, bluegrass and old time string music. 75+ artisans and crafters, children's games. groundsteaktrail.org.
JUNE 9
Sunday Night Concert Series: 6 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. North Tower. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
JUNE 11
Carolina Classic Movie "The Birdcage": 7 p.m., Carolina Theatre of Greensboro, 310 S. Greene St. $8, taxes and fees included. Seniors, military, first responders, students and educators save $1 per ticket. Carolina Theatre movie passes will also be accepted at the door. CarolinaTheatre.com.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12
Peso Pluma: 8 p.m., Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd. Mexican singer. Tickets on sale now. LiveNation.com or www.citientertainment.com.
FRIDAY, JUNE 14
Stand-up comedian, Ali Siddiq, I Got A Story To Tell: 7 p.m., Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com.
SATURDAY, JUNE 15
Mexican music superstar CHIQUIS: 8 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Part of her North American tour, DIAMANTES TOUR, where the singer has tailored a brand new live experience full of her greatest hits for all her fans. Ticketmaster.com.
SUNDAY, JUNE 16
Steve Miller Band: 7 p.m., Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.com.
JUNE 18
Salem Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m. June 18, July 4, Aug. 6, Aug. 20 (rain date if needed), Salem Square in Old Salem, 649 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. Bring chairs. Free. June 18, Olympics with 6:45 p.m. pre-concert music by the SB Tuba Quartet; and Community Choir. musicdirector@salemband.org.
JUNE 19
The Beach Boys bring their “Endless Summer Gold” tour: June 19, Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.com.
JUNE 21
FerxxoCalipsis Tour 2024: 8 p.m., Greensboro Coliseum, 1921 W. Gate City Blvd. Colombian musical phenomenon. Tickets went on sale Feb. 15. Ticketmaster.com.
Sunday Night Concert Series: 6 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. Special Occasion Band. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
JUNE 22
Kelley & the Cowboys: 7:30 p.m., Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $22. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Comedian Shane Gillis: 7 and 9:30 p.m., June 22, Tanger Center, Greensboro. Tickets went on sale Feb. 23. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.com.
Eastern Music Festival: June 22-July 27. Nationally recognized classical music festival and summer educational program, produced each summer on the campus of Guilford College and other venues in the Greensboro. easternmusicfestival.org.
Jhené Aiko: Greensboro Coliseum. “The Magic Hour Tour” co-starring Coi Leray, Tink, Umi and Kiana Lede. www.jheneaiko.com.
JUNE 27
“The Music Man” by Meredith Wilson: June 27-30, Virginia Sommerville Sutton Theatre at Wellspring, 4100 Well Spring Drive, Greensboro. 336-373-2974 or www.creativegreensboro.com.
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. June 27, July 25, Aug. 22, Sept. 12, Sept. 26, West Elm Street, Graham. Free. June 27: Cat5. July 25: Blackwater. Aug. 22: Part Time Party Time Band. Sept. 12: The Mighty Saints of Soul. Sept. 26: The Mason Lovette Band. www.GrahamRecreationAndParks.com.
JUNE 28
Friday Night Rock'n the Park: 6:30 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. June 28: Larger than Life (NSYNC, Backstreet Boys and more), featuring opening act: Abigail Dowd & Jenny Kimmel, Acisse Jay. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
JUNE 29
Concerts: 7:30 p.m. June 29, 7:30 p.m. July 26, 7 p.m. Aug. 17, Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 414 Deacon Blvd. Ticket prices vary by performance. June 29: KEM with Envision. July 26: Mark Chesnutt with Presley Barker. Aug. 17: With headliner Jo Dee Messina. wsfairgrounds.com/event/fairgrounds-concert-series.
JULY 4
Salem Band Summer Concerts: 7:30 p.m., July 4, Aug. 6, Aug. 20 (rain date if needed), Salem Square in Old Salem, 649 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. Bring chairs. Free. Stars & Stripes with 6:45 p.m. pre-concert jazz; and vocal soloist Mignon Dobbins (July 5 rain-date). musicdirector@salemband.org.
JULY 5
Musical Chairs Countywide Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. July 5, Aug. 2, Bill Cooke Park, 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham. Free. July 5: The Phoebes Band (rock/blues/pop/country). Aug. 2: Dani Kerr & the Skeleton Krew (southern rock/country/americana). www.cityofgraham.com/grpd-special-musical-chairs/.
JULY 9
RAIN – A Tribute to the Beatles: Tanger Center, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. Tickets start at $29. TangerCenter.com.
JULY 12
Friday Night Rock'n the Park: 6:30 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. Doug Brewin's Tribute to Alan Jackson featuring opening act: Zinc Kings. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
13th Annual Juried Exhibition Artist Opening Reception: 5-7 p.m., Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, The Welborn Gallery, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. www.yadkinarts.org.
JULY 14
Hike: 2 p.m., Hike to Russell Gold Mine, part of the Uwharrie National Forest and located just across the Montgomery County line. May also meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Farmers Market in downtown Asheboro, 134 S. Church St., to carpool. 336-963-2715.
JULY 20
2024 Annual Fundraising Gala for the International Civil Rights Center & Museum
JULY 25
Finding Nemo Jr.: 7:30 p.m. July 25-27 and 3 p.m. July 28, Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $24. 60-minute musical adaptation of the movie with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. July 25, Aug. 22, Sept. 12, Sept. 26, West Elm Street, Graham. Free. July 25: Blackwater. Aug. 22: Part Time Party Time Band. Sept. 12: The Mighty Saints of Soul. Sept. 26: The Mason Lovette Band. www.GrahamRecreationAndParks.com.
JULY 26
Concerts: 7:30 p.m. July 26, 7 p.m. Aug. 17, Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 414 Deacon Blvd. Ticket prices vary by performance. July 26: Mark Chesnutt with Presley Barker. Aug. 17: With headliner Jo Dee Messina. wsfairgrounds.com/event/fairgrounds-concert-series.
AUG. 2
Musical Chairs Concert: 7-9 p.m., Bill Cooke Park, 1010 Townbranch Road, Graham. Free. Dani Kerr & the Skeleton Krew (southern rock/country/americana). www.cityofgraham.com/grpd-special-musical-chairs/.
AUG. 6
Salem Band Summer Concert: 7:30 p.m., Salem Square in Old Salem, 649 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. Bring chairs. Free. Disco and dance. With 6:45 p.m. pre-concert music by the Community Ensemble. musicdirector@salemband.org.
AUG. 7
85th Annual Wyndham Championship: Aug. 7-11, Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro.
AUG. 8
“Into Shakespeare’s Woods” by William Shakespeare: Aug. 8-11, coming to one or more of Greensboro’s award-winning parks in the summer of 2024. 336-373-2974 or www.creativegreensboro.com.
AUG. 9
“The Rocket Man Show” a tribute to Elton John: Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
AUG. 11
Hike: 2 p.m., Hike to Cooper Mountain Cemetery from Robbins Branch Trailhead in the Birkhead Wilderness of the Uwharrie. May also meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Farmers Market in downtown Asheboro, 134 S. Church St., to carpool. 336-963-2715.
Sunday Night Concert Series: 6 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. EnVision. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
AUG. 17
Camel City Yacht Club: 7:30 p.m., Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $25. Smooth rock of the 70's and 80's. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Concert: 7 p.m., Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 414 Deacon Blvd. Aug. 17: With headliner Jo Dee Messina. wsfairgrounds.com/event/fairgrounds-concert-series.
AUG. 22
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Aug. 22, Sept. 12, Sept. 26, West Elm Street, Graham. Free. Aug. 22: Part Time Party Time Band. Sept. 12: The Mighty Saints of Soul. Sept. 26: The Mason Lovette Band. www.GrahamRecreationAndParks.com.
AUG. 23
Friday Night Rock'n the Park: 6:30 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. Cassette Rewind (The Ultimate 80's Experience) featuring opening act: Kelsey Hurley, Lonnie Britton. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
AUG. 29
Jason Aldean - Highway Desperado Tour: Greensboro Coliseum. With special guests Chase Matthew, Austin Snell and Dee Jay Silver. JasonAldean.com.
SEPT. 6
North Carolina Folk Festival: Sept. 6-8, downtown Greensboro. Music, dance, food, crafts and other folk arts. Free. Volunteers and sponsors needed. www.ncfolkfestival.com.
SEPT. 7
Songs From the Road Band: 7:30 p.m., Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $25. Bluegrass. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party returns to Greensboro Coliseum Sept. 7-8. www.hotwheelsmonstertruckslive.com and Ticketmaster. Tickets are subject to convenience and facility fees.
SEPT. 8
Hike: 2 p.m., Hike to Cooler’s Knob, highest point in the Birkhead Wilderness and Colonel Balfour Grave Site from Tot Hill Farm trailhead. May also meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Farmers Market in downtown Asheboro, 134 S. Church St., to carpool. 336-963-2715.
Sunday Night Concert Series: 6 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 135 Sunset Ave., Asheboro. too MUCH SyLviA. Free. Bring chairs. 336-610-2628 or downtownasheboro.com.
SEPT. 12
Thursdays at Seven Concert Series: 7-9 p.m. Sept. 12, Sept. 26, West Elm Street, Graham. Free. Sept. 12: The Mighty Saints of Soul. Sept. 26: The Mason Lovette Band. www.GrahamRecreationAndParks.com.
SEPT. 17
Mamma Mia!: Sept. 17-22, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
Maxell The Serenade Tour: Sept. 17, Greensboro Coliseum. musze.com.
SEPT. 20
Carolina Cowboys: 7:45 p.m. Sept. 20, 6:45 p.m. Sept. 21 and 1:45 p.m. Sept. 22, Greensboro Coliseum. Tickets start at $20, taxes and fees not included. Ticketmaster.com and PBR.com.
SEPT. 21
Yadkin Valley Harvest Festival: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., downtown area of Yadkinville. Free. Festivities include activities for every member of the family, live music, agricultural displays, food vendors and more. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
SEPT. 22
Greensboro Pride Festival: Sept. 22 on South Elm Street in downtown Greensboro. Free. greensboropride.org.
SEPT. 26
Thursdays at Seven Concert: 7-9 p.m., West Elm Street, Graham. Free. The Mason Lovette Band. www.GrahamRecreationAndParks.com.
SEPT. 28
15th Annual Downtown Greenway Run & Block Party: 4-7 p.m., LoFi Park, 500 N. Eugene St., Greensboro. 336-373-5826 or chelsea.phipps@greensboro-nc.gov.
OCT. 7
Jeff Little Trio: 7:30 p.m., Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $22. Little is an award-winning musician from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With few exceptions, the piano does not play a prominent part in Appalachian or Americana music, and is rarely the lead instrument. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
OCT. 8
& Juliet: Oct. 8-13, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
OCT. 16
The Heart Royal Flush Tour: Oct. 16, Greensboro Coliseum. Presented by AEG Presents. Tickets go on sale April 5. The iconic rock band will be joined by special guest Cheap Trick. www.heart-music.com.
OCT. 24
Lucky Stiff: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24-26 and 3 p.m. Oct. 27, Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $24. Based on the novel, "The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo" by Michael Butterworth, Lucky Stiff is an offbeat, hilarious murder mystery farce, complete with mistaken identities, six million bucks in diamonds and a corpse in a wheelchair. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
NOV. 16
Scythian: 7:30 p.m., Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $35. Headliner on the U.S. Celtic Festival Circuit as well as a name in the Bluegrass/Americana Festival Circuit. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
DEC. 10
Elf the Musical: Dec. 10-15, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
DEC. 12
She Loves Me: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12-14 and 3 p.m. Dec. 15, Willingham Theater, Yadkin Cultural Arts Center, 226 E. Main St., Yadkinville. $24. Romantic comedy. The Mikos Lazlos play "Parfuemerie," on which it is based, has inspired many adaptation. www.yadkinarts.org or 336-679-2941.
DEC. 26
Hamilton: Dec. 26-Jan. 5, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
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JAN. 2
Hamilton: Through Jan. 5, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
FEB. 18
MJ: Feb. 18-23, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
MARCH 4
A Beautiful Noise – the Neil Diamond Musical: March 4-9, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
APRIL 18
The Book of Mormon: April 18-20, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
MAY 6
Back to the Future: The Musical: May 6-11, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.
JUNE 24
Some Like It Hot: June 24-29, Tanger Center for the Performing Arts, 300 N. Elm St., Greensboro. TangerCenter.com and Ticketmaster.