CHARLOTTE
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte
In 2004, the Actor’s Theatre moved to its Stonewall location with the 199-seat intimate Main Street Theatre and the 50-seat Black Box Theatre. The Actor’s Theatre also sponsors educational programs for the community. 650 E. Stonewall St., Charlotte. 704-342-2251. www.actorstheatrecharlotte.org
Afro-American Children’s Theatre
This organization provides exposure to various arts media to children and youth ages 6-21. 926 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte. 704-372-7410. www.aacc-charlotte.org
Afro-American Cultural Center
The center is a regional showcase for art, music, theater, film and cultural education. 401 N. Myers St., Charlotte. 704-374-1565. www.aacc-charlotte.org
Carolina Voices
Founded as the Charlotte Choral Society in 1954, the Carolina Voices performs Charlotte’s longest-running holiday tradition – the annual “ Singing Christmas Tree.” The group also features performances throughout the year. 1900 Queens Rd., Charlotte. 704-374-1564. www.carolinavoices.org
Carolinas Concert Association
Celebrating 75 years in 2005, the Carolinas Concert Association presents orchestras, musicians, vocalists and dancers and sponsors educational programs for local schools. 704-527-6680.
www.carolinasconcert.com
Central Piedmont Community College Summer Theatre
In its 31st season in 2004, CPCC’s summer theatre program sponsors this series that features plays and musicals at the Pease Auditorium on the campus of CPCC. Elizabeth Ave. at Pease Ln., Charlotte. 704-330-6534. www.cpcc.edu
Charlotte Philharmonic Orchestra
The Charlotte Philharmonic welcomes world-renown singers and musicians in addition to its Holiday Spectacular and its new Popcorn Pops series for children. 704- 846-2788. www.charlottephilharmonic.org
 Charlotte Civic Orchestra
This vocational orchestra performs allclassical music with affordable ticket prices
and a family-friendly atmosphere. 704-344-0098. www.charlottecivicorchestra.org
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra
Each year this professional orchestra provides a season filled with innovative works, the classics and guest conductors and performers. 201 S. College St., Charlotte. 704-972-2000.
www.charlottesymphony.org
Charlotte Youth Ballet
This company produces storybook ballets for families and schoolchildren presented by student dancers. 5668 International Dr., Charlotte. 704-366-5133. www.charlotteyouthballet.com
 Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
Children’s Theatre delights the young (and young-at-heart) with plays and musicals just for them. 1017 E. Morehead St., Charlotte. 704-376-5745. www.ctcharlotte.org
Community School of the Arts
This school provides instruction in music, visual arts and drama to interested youth. 345 N. College St., Charlotte. 704-377-4187. www.csarts.org
Davidson Community Players
This community troupe stages summer shows, dinner theater and children’s programs. 118 Martin St., Davidson. 704-892-7953.
 Great Aunt Stella Center
This center in a renovated church seeks to expose Charlotteans to different points of view. 926 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte. 704-944-6000. www.stellacenter.org
The Gallery At Carillon
This Uptown gallery features innovative, thought-provoking art. 227 W. Trade St., Charlotte. 704-333-1296.
The Light Factory
The Light Factory displays changing exhibits by local, national and international photographers. 345 N. College St., Charlotte. 704-333-9755. www.lightfactory.org
McColl Center for Visual Art
This former burned-out church is now an artists’ colony. 721 N. Tryon St., Charlotte. 704-332-5535. www.mccollcenter.org
Mint Museum of Art
The Mint holds a permanent collection of American paintings and sculpture; pre-Columbian, African and Spanish Colonial art; costumes; and porcelain and pottery. 704-337-2000. 2730 Randolph Rd., Charlotte. www.mintmuseum.org
Mint Museum of Craft & Design
This museum, which focuses on works in fiber, glass, wood, ceramics and metal, opened in 1999. 220 N. Tryon St., Charlotte. 704-337-2000. www.mintmuseum.org
North Carolina BlumenthalPerforming Arts Center
This center, which includes the BelkTheatre and the Booth Playhouse, is home to the Charlotte Symphony, North Carolina Dance Theatre, Opera Carolina, Charlotte Repertory Theatre, Charlotte Choral Society and the Carolinas Concert Association. 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte. 704-372-1000. www.blumenthalcenter.org
North Carolina Dance Theatre
A professional company presents classic and contemporary works. 800 N. College St., Charlotte. 704-372-1000. www.ncdance.org
Opera Carolina
This organization stages classic tales of love and hate, intrigue and drama. 345 N. College St., Charlotte. 704-332-7177. www.operacarolina.org
Ovens Auditorium
This venue was once Charlotte’s main auditorium and continues to feature musical and theatrical productions throughout the year. 2700 Independence Blvd., Charlotte. 704-372-3600. www.ovensauditorium.com
Paramount’s Carowinds Paladium
Carowinds’ amphitheatre hosts some of the hottest acts in the country. 14523 Carowinds Blvd., Charlotte. 704-588-2600. www.carowinds.com
Spirit Square Center for Arts & Education
Spirit Square offers touring performances, art classes and gallery exhibits and has made children’s arts education one of its main missions. 345 N. College St., Charlotte. 704-372-1000. www.blumenthalcenter.org
Theatre Charlotte
Theatre Charlotte has been entertaining audiences since 1927. 501 Queens Rd.,
Charlotte. 704-376-3777. www.theatrecharlotte.org
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater- Charlotte
This open-air venue in University City welcomes rock, country, pop and rap artists and
includes reserved and lawn seating. 704-549-5555. www.verizonwirelessamphitheater.com/charlotte
CABARRUS COUNTY
Arts Experience
This project encourages youth to participate in performance and educational programs to enhance their appreciation for the arts. 11 Union St. South, Concord. 704-795-2787.
Cabarrus Art Guild
Cabarrus Art Guild conducts workshops, field trips, and exhibits. 120 Marsh Ave. NW, Concord. 704-782-6610.
Cabarrus Arts Council
Cabarrus Arts Council provides art enrichment in the schools, and major performances of dance, theater or music for children. 120 Marsh Ave. NW, Concord. 704-782-6610.
Cabarrus Vocal Ensemble
Cabarrus Vocal Ensemble sings classical and pop. 120 Marsh Ave. NW, Concord. 704-782-6610.
Old Courthouse Theatre
Old Courthouse Theatre is the home for this community theater troupe in its 29th season. 49 Spring St. NW, Concord. 704-788-2405. www.oldcourthousetheatre.org
SOUTHERN IREDELL COUNTY
Mooresville Artists Guild
Mooresville Artists Guild presents featured artists and sponsors local festivals. 103 W. Center Ave., Mooresville. 704-663-6661.
Mooresville Community Theatre
Comedy and musicals are the fare at this community theatre. 704-662-1025.
UNION COUNTY
Rainbow Theatre
This community theater emphasizes youth participation in theater, dance and music. 120 N. Main St., Monroe. 704-283-2784.
Union County Community Arts Council
Union County Community Arts Council coordinates the popular Blooming Arts Festival in Monroe and arts celebrations in Weddington, Indian Trail, Waxhaw, Stallings and Wingate. 120 W. Main St., Monroe. 704-283-2784. www.unionarts.org
Union County Players Community Theater
Union County Players Community Theater offers musicals, dramas and special shows. 704-289-7000.
YORK COUNTY
Fort Mill Community Playhouse
Fort Mill Community Playhouse produces three shows a year including a dinner theater performance. 803-548- 8102. www.ezstart.com/fmcp
King’s Arena Amphitheater
King’s Arena Amphitheater presents Biblical musical dramas by volunteer actors. 2175 Gethsemane Ct., Fort Mill. 803-802-2300. www.narroway.net
 ROCK HILL
Catawba Cultural Preservation Project
Catawba Cultural Preservation Project displays examples of Catawba Indian traditions. 1536 Tom Steven Rd., Rock Hill. 803-328-2427. www.ccppcrafts.com
Arts Council of Rock Hill and York County
Arts Council provides an arts and entertainment hotline at 803-328-2220, and sponsors the Arts Alive summer camp and an annual Jubilee: Harvest of the Arts. 121 E. Main St., Rock Hill. 803-328-2787.
www.rockhillarts.org
Rock Hill Community Theatre
Rock Hill Community Theatre produces a children’s production and other performances. 236 W. Main St., Rock Hill. 803-324-2578. www.rhcommunitytheatre.org
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