May 18 Saturday
Get ready for an unforgettable theatre experience full of immense compassion and keen insight. Three Bone Theatre proudly presents the North Carolina Premiere of the Broadway sensation from 2021: Thoughts of a Colored Man by Keenan Scott II.
Thoughts of a Colored Man features a slice of life in rapidly gentrifying Brooklyn through seven Black men’s remarkable stories. Woven together with spoken word these men share their dreams, struggles, and triumphs in a world that often refuses to listen to them.
Directed by Sidney Horton, and featuring a talented ensemble of Charlotte actors – you won’t want to miss the show critics are calling “the most important play of the 21st century.”
Thoughts of a Colored Man contains strong adult language, adult themes around race, and descriptions and depictions of anti-Black sentiments and violence. Recommend for ages 16+.
Run Time: 90 minutes, no intermission
May 19 Sunday
What if you were only 53 seconds away from turning your dream business into a reality? You’ll never know unless you try!
South Piedmont's Small Business Center, the Southwest Region of the Small Business Center Network, and Fifth Third Bank are giving you the opportunity to take a chance on yourself and compete to win $10,000, $5,000 or $2,500. Submissions for the 53 Ideas Pitch Competition will be accepted May 5 through May 31. Take action now and get your entry in before the deadline.
HERE'S HOW IT WORKS
Visit 53ideas.com between May 5 and May 31 to record, upload your 53-second pitch and complete an entry submission.
Learn in the beginning of June if judges select your idea as one of the top 53 entries. If so, you'll move on to the next pitch round and be one step closer to a shot for the top cash prizes.
Sign-up and participate in training to help you prepare for the next round of the competition and to further develop your idea.
During the week of July 8th pitch virtually before judges to try to secure a spot in the top 10.
Get $250 if your idea is selected as one of the top 10 and take advantage of coaching to help you perfect your pitch for the final round.
Pitch as a top 10 contestant in the final round to compete for $10,000, $5,000 and $2,500. The final pitch round will be in-person before judges and broadcast to an online audience this July.
Enter now at 53ideas.com
Join us Sunday May 19th, 2024, rain or shine, for Charlotte's first Mental Health Matters 5K and Kids Dash with a post-race community event to create awareness for mental health.This event takes place at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, NC.Event Address: 8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212
We will kick off with the 5K timed by Start 2 Finish Events starting at 10:30 AM.The Festival will officially open to the public at 11:00AM and we will begin the fun with the Kids Dash/Fun Run around the pond at 11:30 AM.The festival is open to all community members from 11:00AM - 4:00PM!
Mental Health Matters non-profit's mission is to create awareness and reduce stigma associated with mental health through fun and engaging community events.Whether anyone wants to admit it or not, mental health affects all people of all ages, it is just as important as physical health and it does not discriminate.Unfortunately mental health has been declining and suicide rates continue to rise. This event is aimed to raise awareness in a fun and inviting way for all members of the community.There will be music, bounce house, food trucks, small business vendors, and local mental health resources.Additionally, there will be complimentary Acupuncture by Modern Acupuncture, Charlotte Pop-Up Yoga Adult & Kids Yoga Sessions, Adam Church Performance, Willow Wagon Photo Opportunities, and more!! We're doing something radical and different, making a difference for a brighter future and community.Together let's raise awareness and end the stigma.
The party starts at 11:00am!
Classical
One of the premier music organizations in the Southeastern United States and the oldest operating symphony orchestra in the Carolinas, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra (CSO) connects with more than 100,000 music lovers each year through its lively season of concerts, broadcasts, community events, and robust educational programs. The CSO is committed to its mission of uplifting, entertaining, and educating the diverse communities of Charlotte-Mecklenburg and beyond through exceptional music experiences.
New work by Joy Davis: Nepenthe, Ways of Return: Collaborative dance theater exploring the hero’s journey. Featured Performers: Alison Bory, Ginny Coleman, Rahquelah Conyers, Jaqueline Hernandez, Nia Huell-Griffin, Megan Payne
New work by Ramya Kapadia: Kama (Desire): How do we recognize our own potential?Featured Performers: Embar Kannan, Ramya Kapadia, Netra Kapadia, Anuj Kapadia, Gauri Menon, Meenakshi Menon, Pavani Peri, Aarthy Sundaresan, Rajiv Sundaresan, Seema Viswanath
May 20 Monday
May 21 Tuesday
A community market for Local farmers & artisans.
Join The Independent Picture House and University City Library for a screening of Democracy for Sale, followed by a discussion with award-winning journalist Mary C. Curtis. Mary C. Curtis is an award-winning journalist, columnist, and podcast host based in Charlotte, N.C., and Washington, D.C. She specializes in politics, culture, and race, with contributions to outlets such as NPR, Slate, and NBC News, and has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career, including the Ernie Pyle Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Society of Newspaper Columnists in 2022.
Indie on Wheels will include a screening of the documentary followed by a group discussion This is a free community event.
May 22 Wednesday