May 15 Saturday
JAZZ ROOM Presents: The Emmet Cohen TrioMay 14th & 15th
Other Times For This Event:May 14th @ 8:15 pmMay 15th @ 7:00 pmMay 15th @ 9:15 pm
Piano virtuoso Emmet Cohen returns to the JAZZ ROOM with his acclaimed trio to close out the 2026-27 season. An award-winning fan favorite known for his dynamic range and joyful approach to the music, Cohen blends stride, swing, blues, and modern jazz into a vibrant and engaging performance style. Join us for a spirited season finale led by one of today’s most exciting voices in jazz.
The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.
Thank you to our JAZZ ROOM contributors: The City of Charlotte, O’s Place Jazz, North Carolina Arts Council and Akers Foundation.
Fall down the rabbit hole into a new Alice in Wonderland, a dance creation for audiences of all ages, from children to adults alike. Inspired by Lewis Carroll’s timeless tale, this reimagining by Alba Castillo and Bryan Arias transforms Wonderland into a vivid journey where imagination and movement exist side by side. Through inventive choreography, the characters, rhythms and emotions of Alice’s world are brought to life in physical expression, allowing the story to unfold seamlessly without words. Accompanied by the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, Alice in Wonderland invites audiences to discover curiosity, wonder, and transformation in every step!
May 16 Sunday
May 18 Tuesday
Get ready to go behind the scenes like never before! Join us the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2 PM for our brand-new Facebook Live series, Tune in Tuesday.
This interactive experience brings you closer to the science center with exclusive behind-the-scenes access, fun facts you won’t hear anywhere else, and special features on the people, animals, and exhibits that make our center so unique.
Best of all, you’re part of the show! Ask questions in real time, connect with our team, and dive deeper into the science that sparks your curiosity.
Set your reminders and get ready to tune in. We can’t wait to go live with YOU!
May 21 Friday
Dawn Anthony returns with even more Motown hits in Motown & More: Volume II. Get ready to sing, dance, and feel the groove on a high-energy journey through the legendary music and rich history of Motown, its cultural impact, and the artists who defined an era. Homegrown in Midland, Dawn Anthony brings the golden era of Motown to life with her powerful vocals.
May 25 Tuesday
Jun 01 Tuesday
Jun 08 Tuesday
Jun 10 Thursday
FLIP offers a glimpse into a world shaped by fresh perspectives and bold ideas. Featuring all new works created by the artists of Charlotte Ballet, this program highlights our dancers not only as performers, but as collaborators in the creative process, bringing original visions and new movement languages to life. Each piece reflects a unique creative perspective, united by technical excellence, curiosity, and a spirit of exploration. Intimate, inventive, and alive with possibility, FLIP invites audiences to step into a space where discovery leads the way and something yet to be discovered is waiting to unfold.
Jun 11 Friday