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A Democratic-led committee will probe efforts by the Trump-era U.S. Department of Justice to seize metadata from devices belonging to members of Congress, journalists and the then-White House counsel.

In country music, the pendulum has always swung between the extremes of pop and twang. Every Little Thing is a reminder that nimble young music-makers can have it both ways.

After many ups and downs, the film industry in North Carolina is making gains. Last year, film and TV productions here generated more than $302 million in direct in-state spending and Charlotte is taking in some of that money with productions like "The Hunting Wives," "Roofman," "Bad Counselors" and "Top Chef" shooting here. We take a closer look at what this means for our economy, culture and workforce.

The Hall of Fame college basketball coach, fired by the University of Louisville in 2017 following recruiting violations, addresses his career and recent headline-grabbing mistakes in a new memoir.

The Encore Center is once again proud to present an outdoor and socially-distanced production. In these unusual times, our traditional theatre space is not an option, so we are inviting audiences to enjoy The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon under the stars! As with our recent production, this option will provide our community the opportunity to partake in live theatre performances in a way that ensures as safe an experience as possible. Even in our outdoor spaces, we are limiting the number of audience members. Individuals or groups who reserve tickets together will be assigned an area socially distanced from all other theatre goers, and bringing your own lawn chairs diminishes the risk of contact exposure to germs. And with all that is going on these days, The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon is the perfect date night or family stay-cation escape right here in Moore County. This show flips the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm on their heads in a fast-paced, rollicking ride as two narrators and four actors attempt to combine all 209 stories including classics like “Snow White”, “Rapunzel”, “Cinderella”, and “Hansel and Gretel” to more bizarre, obscure stories like “The Devil's Grandmother” and “The Girl Without Hands”. This wild, free-form comedy with lots of audience participation and madcap fun is suggested for audience members ages 8 and up, making it a great show for your family to enjoy under the stars in our new, outdoor venue! To best serve our whole community, performances will be held in our outdoor space at 160 E New Hampshire Avenue in Downtown Southern Pines on Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, October 18 at 4:00 pm and the Foxfire Village Green Park (10 South Shamrock Drive in Foxfire Village) on Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24 at 7:00 pm. General admission is just $10, or add to the fun by reserving a VIP spot for $20, which includes premium seating and a basket of chef-curated snacks and beverages. Seating is limited, so we encourage audience members to reserve your tickets in advance. For tickets or more information about The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon, or our other upcoming productions, visit our website EncoreCenter.net or by calling (910) 725-0603.

WHAT GOOD IS SITTING ALONE IN YOUR ROOM? COME HEAR THE MUSIC PLAY; LIFE IS A CABARET, OLD CHUM, COME TO THE CABARET
Cliff Bradshaw, an American author working on a novel in Berlin, encounters Sally Bowles at the seedy Kit Kat Klub where she sings. When she is fired by the club’s owner, also her jealous boyfriend, she moves in with Cliff and the two fall in love. As the Nazis begin taking control of the German government, the atmosphere of the Kit Kat Klub and the lives of Cliff and Sally begin to change dramatically.
AGE ADVISORY: This production includes mature content which may be inappropriate for younger audience members

WHAT GOOD IS SITTING ALONE IN YOUR ROOM? COME HEAR THE MUSIC PLAY; LIFE IS A CABARET, OLD CHUM, COME TO THE CABARET
Cliff Bradshaw, an American author working on a novel in Berlin, encounters Sally Bowles at the seedy Kit Kat Klub where she sings. When she is fired by the club’s owner, also her jealous boyfriend, she moves in with Cliff and the two fall in love. As the Nazis begin taking control of the German government, the atmosphere of the Kit Kat Klub and the lives of Cliff and Sally begin to change dramatically.
AGE ADVISORY: This production includes mature content which may be inappropriate for younger audience members

WHAT GOOD IS SITTING ALONE IN YOUR ROOM? COME HEAR THE MUSIC PLAY; LIFE IS A CABARET, OLD CHUM, COME TO THE CABARET
Cliff Bradshaw, an American author working on a novel in Berlin, encounters Sally Bowles at the seedy Kit Kat Klub where she sings. When she is fired by the club’s owner, also her jealous boyfriend, she moves in with Cliff and the two fall in love. As the Nazis begin taking control of the German government, the atmosphere of the Kit Kat Klub and the lives of Cliff and Sally begin to change dramatically.
AGE ADVISORY: This production includes mature content which may be inappropriate for younger audience members

Join the Gantt for a teaser monologue from Three Bone Theater's latest production "The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks and Curls." Express yourself in a reflective writing workshop, and contribute to a discussion on the unique yet unifying journey every Black woman has with her hair. This program combines theater, self-care writing, and dialogue to create a space for a topic so close to Black women of all generations.

Three Bone Theater's "The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks and Curls" explores the lives of several Black women-identified characters in the context of beauty, identity, and growth - ultimately revealing how hair is intertwined with it all.

Just after Halloween, Murder!!! Mayhem!!! Puppets?!? This project explores The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, the landmark example of German Expressionist cinema. It is a story about a carnival side-show doctor, his murderous protégé, and the young couple who are caught in their crosshairs. The original movie (1921) recently passed into public domain, and is considered one of the first horror films, AND one of the first murder mysteries. This workshop production will be produced as part of the Department's Puppetry Class.
November 2, 2023 - 7:30 PM
November 3, 2023 - 7:30 PM
November 4, 2023 - 7:30 PM
November 5, 2023 - 2:00 PM

Today's headlines can leave us feeling bleak, confused and helpless. Forces of de-humanization are all around us: technology, mass production, consumption, marketing, mechanization, environmental destruction, racism, sexism, conflict, war.

How do we move forward together in times fraught with division?

Our next Forum holds space for this difficult conversation. Mark Peres, founder and executive director of The Charlotte Center, and professor of ethics at Johnson & Wales University, will offer his thoughts, drawing on philosophy, history, social science, and wisdom traditions.

We look forward to gathering with you.

Musical Theater Solo

Mandy Gonzalez possesses one of the most powerful and versatile contemporary voices of our time. She notably starred as Angelica in the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton”. She is best known for her emotional portrayal of Nina Rosario in the Tony Award winning, Lin-Manuel Miranda Broadway musical “In the Heights”, a role she originally created. She has also starred as Elphaba in the Broadway production of “Wicked”, blowing the roof off the theatre each night. Mandy joins Cain Center for the Arts for our First Anniversary Party – a black-tie optional celebration with a stationed meal and performance.



Ticket price includes dinner stations, open bar and concert.

Holiday magic is back in Charlotte Youth Ballet’s 46th annual production of The Nutcracker! This family-friendly event showcases the artistry of local student dancers and professionals from around the world. CYB is a nonprofit organization led by Charlotte legend, Gay Porter, and Artist Director, Bridget Porter Young.

General Admission shows:
Friday, December 5 at 7pm
Saturday, December 6 at 2pm and 7pm
Sunday, December 7 at 2:30pm

Special discounted performances are available for schools, preschools, homeschool students, Girl Scouts, and seniors. Visit https://charlotteyouthballet.org/nutcracker/ for info.

Join Charlotte Speech and Hearing Center for a complimentary lunch and an eye-opening conversation about hearing health!

What to Expect:
-Short presentation: How Hearing Affects Your Overall Wellbeing
-Hearing aid product demos
-Q&A with our audiology experts

Why Attend?
Discover how hearing impacts your mental, physical, and social health. Learn about the latest hearing solutions and how they can transform your life.

Reserve Your Spot Today! Limited seating available. Call (704) 523-8027

BEETLES Professional Learning Sessions are active experiences crafted to encourage instructors to look at different specific aspects of research-based science pedagogy and to inspire shifts in instructors’ thinking about their own teaching and learning. This session will cover the “Making Observations and Promoting Discussion Sessions” where we will learn how we can help learners make careful observations while encouraging wonder and curiosity and how productive talk leads to deep learning. This workshop qualifies for Criteria I or II in the EE Certification Program. CEU renewal credits are available. This workshop is free to attend, although advance registration is required. Tickets for this event go online on Grandfather Mountain’s website June 29 at 10 a.m.

The U.S. Supreme Court lets a lower court ruling on new voter maps stand. The Carolina Panthers pause construction on their $800 million training facility in Rock Hill. The list of candidates to fill the interim seat on Mecklenburg County's board is reduced to four finalists. And gas prices rise to over $4 a gallon. Those stories and more.

Gov. Cooper announced a dimmer switch approach to reopening, but the lights are getting brighter. In Charlotte, opposition is mounting to the city's 2040 plan, so the mayor postpones a City Council vote. We'll talk about those stories and more on the Local News Roundup.

Everyone is worried about kids falling behind due to online learning, and this week, Gov. Roy Cooper urged the reopening of schools and sending kids back to the classroom. City Council chooses former Councilman Greg Phipps to fill out the remainder of James Mitchell’s term. After a successful mass vaccination event at Bank of America Stadium, efforts continue to make getting a shot easier. And, are the Hornets becoming relevant again?

Federal aid ends after 90 days, when refugees are expected to be self-sufficient. With the coronavirus on top of Trump administration cuts to the refugee program, the challenges are overwhelming.

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Jane Mayer, chief Washington correspondent for The New Yorker, about Sen. Mitch McConnell and what motivated him to finally cut ties with then-President Trump.