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What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, Sept 1 @2 pm and 3 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, Sept 1 @2 pm and 3 pm

What does it mean to call Charlotte home? “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” combines theater, music, and art to explore the intersection of housing justice and home.

Step inside the story and meet your new neighbors, like The Person Packing, who has been given 30 days to vacate their home, and The Flipper, who knows how to spot "good bones."

“Kudzu: A Story of Belonging” looks at who belongs in Charlotte and what stories we tell ourselves about being a Charlottean. During this 55-minute show, you’ll walk through an Enderly Park home with just nine other audience members. Don’t miss this intimate, immersive theatrical experience that one viewer describes as "having the humanity of living on display."

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you SwimCap and FixaPlate. Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

Thursday, August 22 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 23 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 24 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 25 @ 2 pm and 3 pm
Thursday, August 29 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Friday, August 30 @7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Saturday, August 31 @ 2 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
Sunday, Sept 1 @2 pm and 3 pm

Your work schedule is probably full of meetings! On Charlotte Talks, expert and organizational psychologist Steven Rogelberg will talk about making 1:1 meetings better, productive and even pleasant.

Attorney General Pam Bondi faced pointed questions on Capitol Hill, and lawmakers continued to press the Justice Department about its decision to redact certain information.

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Prepare for an unforgettable journey as Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts presents "Around the World in 80 Days," a timeless tale of adventure and exploration, February 22 through March 3, 2024. This epic production, based on Jules Verne's classic novel enjoyed by generations of readers, transports audiences to various exotic locations, capturing the spirit of adventure that defines this literary masterpiece. The content in this production is suitable for ages 8 and up.


Performance Dates: February 22 - March 3, 2024

Where: Fullwood Theatre (inside of the Matthews Community Center) 100 East McDowell Street, Matthews, NC 28105

Tickets: Prices range from $10-$19 and are available for purchase. Tickets and show times are available at www.matthewsplayhouse.com/around-the-world-in-80-days


Special Performances:

Pay-What-You-Can-Night Thursday, February 22, 2024 @ 7:30 p.m. - General admission, donations can be made at the door and most of the proceeds will benefit a local non-profit organization.

Sensory-Friendly Performance Saturday, March 2, 2024 @ 11:00am​ - This performance will be modified to accommodate children on the autism spectrum and/or with a cognitive or developmental disability. All questions about this performance can be directed to contact@matthewsplayhouse.com.

Weekday Performances for School Children February 26-March 1, 2024- Matthews Playhouse is offering weekday performances of “Around the World in 80 Days” for school children, teachers and homeschool communities to enhance and support the classroom curriculum. Those interested in attending a weekday performance can visit www.matthewsplayhouse.com/plan-your-field-trip.

Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 22, 2024, 7:30pm to 9:30pm CST
Feb 23, 2024, 7:30pm to 8:30pm CST
Feb 24, 2024, 2:00pm to 3:00pm CST
Feb 24, 2024, 6:00pm to 7:00pm CST
Feb 25, 2024, 2:00pm to 3:00pm CST
Mar 1, 2024, 7:30pm to 8:30pm CST
Mar 2, 2024, 11:00am to 12:00pm CST
Mar 2, 2024, 2:00pm to 3:00pm CST
Mar 3, 2024, 2:00pm to 3:00pm CST

Matthews Playhouse is thrilled to announce the opening of its 29th season with the world premiere of “One Year to Die”, a compelling new World War II drama exploring life on the home front, written by Charles LaBorde and directed by Dennis Delamar. Set in a small Louisiana town, the play explores the harrowing experiences of Edwina, a White Cajun housewife (Paula Baldwin), and Ella, an African-American widow (Dr. Corlis Hayes), as they await news of their sons' fates during the war. Both women share the burden of crossing racial lines in the South in 1943-1944, reflecting the experiences of countless women who sustained the nation during this tumultuous period.

"One Year to Die" is inspired by the true experiences of LaBorde's grandmother, Edwina LaBorde, and her son, Joe LaBorde, who served on the USS Rowan during World War II. The USS Rowan was tragically sunk on September 11, 1943, and now lies in the Tyrrhenian Sea. This highly anticipated production will run from September 20-29, 2024, with a special “Pay What You Can Preview” on Thursday, September 19th at 7:30 pm, benefiting the Matthews Veterans Memorial Restoration Project.

This production contains mature content and is recommended for ages 16 and up.

Ticket Information: Prices range from $11` to $20, with discounts for seniors, military personnel, students, and children. Active-duty service members, veterans, and their families will receive a 25% discount on their ticket order when they use code MILITARY25 at checkout.

Performance Schedule:

“Pay What You Can Preview” Thursday, September 19th @ 7:30 p.m. - suggested donation is $10 per person, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Matthews Veterans Memorial Restoration Project. Admission is general seating and donations are collected at the door via cash or credit.

Ticketed Performances: Friday, September 20th through Sunday, September 29th

Happens on the following Dates:
Sep 19, 2024, 7:30pm to 9:45pm Timezone: EDT
Sep 20, 2024, 7:30pm to 9:45pm Timezone: EDT
Sep 21, 2024, 2:00pm to 4:15pm Timezone: EDT
Sep 22, 2024, 2:00pm to 4:15pm Timezone: EDT
Sep 27, 2024, 7:30pm to 9:45pm Timezone: EDT
Sep 28, 2024, 2:00pm to 4:15pm Timezone: EDT
Sep 29, 2024, 2:00pm to 4:15pm Timezone: EDT

Bass pioneered stop-motion animation with Arthur Rankin Jr. The duo produced and directed 1960s TV classics including Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Frosty the Snowman.