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Celebrate Pride with power chords, powerhouse vocals, and pure joy! The Gay Men’s Chorus of Charlotte presents ICONS: Pride Goes Pop—a bold, high-energy concert of anthems that have defined LGBTQ+ visibility and resilience over the past two decades.

This electrifying program features stunning choral takes on modern Pride favorites like Brave (Sara Bareilles), Dancing on My Own (Calum Scott), Follow Your Arrow (Kacey Musgraves), Born This Way (Lady Gaga), and a heart-lifting mashup of True Colors (Cyndi Lauper) and Roar (Katy Perry). You’ll also hear reimagined ballads and bangers from icons like Cher, George Michael, and ABBA—all delivered with the rich, powerful harmonies only GMCC can bring.

These aren’t just songs—they’re declarations. Of love. Of identity. Of being seen and heard. Whether you're here to sing along, sway with friends, or soak in the sound of queer joy, ICONS invites you to take your place in the chorus.

Get your tickets, bring your voice, and let’s celebrate what makes our community unforgettable—one pop anthem at a time.

PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE:

First United Methodist Church

501 N Tryon Street, Charlotte NC

August 15, 2025, 7:30pm ONE SHOW ONLY!

DO NOT MISS THIS AMAZING EVENT!

The Debutante Cotillion, sponsored by the Charlotte Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and the Deltas of Charlotte Foundation, offers high school seniors workshops, community exposure, and fundraising for college. Ball held April 4, 11, or 18, 2026. Email: deltadebutante@gmail.com.

Join us on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, for an engaging panel sponsored by Cloudflare. Moderator Tony DeGeorge of Cloudflare will engage in a discussion with our panelists about modernizing security as organizations expand their attack surfaces due to remote work and AI tools.
Jul 23, 2025 05:30 pm - 07:15 pm
Register today.

How do we write our own stories that reject what society writes onto us? "It Be Like That Sometimes" combines theater, installation art, and music to pose that question while celebrating the ways we can maintain our mental health by honoring our own truth and experiences.

Step into the story and meet the Reynolds family, who has overcome the labels, financial woes, and disappointments to create joy, authenticity, and most importantly, self-love.

“It Be Like That Sometimes” looks at how the outside world's stories creep into our domestic space and the most sacred space of all, our minds. 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.

From Mixed Metaphors Productions, the award-winning artist collective that brought you “Kudzu: A Story of Belonging,” “SwimCap” and “FixaPlate.” Co-sponsored with QC Family Tree.

Show dates and times:

July 24th & July 25th: 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
July 26th: 2:00pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
July 27th: 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
July 31st & August 1st: 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
August 2nd: 2:00pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm
August 3rd: 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm

Electricidad
Written by Luis Alfaro

Directed by Glynnis O’Donoghue
https://www.threebonetheatre.com/season13/electricidad

Starring
Melissa Lozada* as Electricidad
Michelle Medina Villalon as Ifigenia
Isabel Gonzalez as Clemencia
Banu Valladares as Abuela
Luis Medina* as Nino
Eduardo Sanchez* as Orestes
Mariana Corrales as La Carmen
Allison Graham as La Cuca
Marcella Pansini* as La Connie
*indicates Three Bone Theatre debut

August 15-31, 2025
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.​

Performances will be held at
The Arts Factory at West End Studios
1545 W. Trade St

This is the North Carolina Premiere.

This project is part of a three year commitment to produce Luis Alfaro’s groundbreaking Greek Trilogy
The desert is on fire. It’s being consumed by fury as Electricidad, burning with grief and hatred, keeps vigil by her murdered father’s corpse. She longs for the sweet revenge that will set his spirit free. When her brother Orestes returns from exile, Electricidad’s anger explodes, consuming everything in its path and leading her family to a final shattering confrontation. Transporting Sophocles’ Electra to the Los Angeles barrios, MacArthur Genius Award-winning playwright Luis Alfaro investigates violence, loss, and redemption through the lens of this age-old tragedy. Electricidad crackles with intensity, and transforms a 2000-year-old text into a vibrant, vital and thoroughly unforgettable myth for the modern age.

Electricidad is published as part of The Greek Trilogy of Luis Alfaro. Based on Sophocles' Electra and Oedipus, and Euripides' Medea, Alfaro's Electricidad, Oedipus El Rey, and Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles platform the concerns of the Chicano and wider Latino communities in Los Angeles and New York through ancient drama. Three Bone Theatre is proud to produce all three works of this trilogy across three seasons.

True to the original Greek tragedy, the play includes mature situations, smoking, violence, drug and gang references, and adult language in both English and Spanish. Electricidad is recommended for adult audiences

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“Alfaro employs contemporary Latino idiom, displays a gift for poetry and a wicked humor that's not overused and writes character brilliantly.” - CURTAIN UP LOS ANGELES

"[Electricidad] is quick and it is clever…Alfaro entertains and he builds strong characters, delivering his message with humor and without patronization." - CULTURE VULTURE

"…Alfaro opens a window [into] the look, symbols, language, and attitudes of cholo/chola culture…Alfaro’s lyrical, strongly rhythmic, yet simple language...liberally blends English and Spanish." - THEATRE MANIA

This month, we welcome guest speaker Jennifer Silva, CDCES, RD, LD, a Registered Dietitian with Tryon Partners, who will present “Managing Diabetes with Nutrition: A Dietitian’s Guide to Better Health.” She will offer valuable insights into how nutrition plays a key role in managing diabetes, especially for those navigating lung cancer.

Join us for our Shark Week themed Science on the Rocks, Charlotte’s hottest adults-only event!

Here's what's happening this month:

Make a splash in our OceanXperience exhibition and navigate six interactive zones like those onboard the world's most advanced research vessel

Watch shark dissection demonstrations by Discovery Place scientists

Use UV resin to preserve a piece of the marine world and create your own custom keychain

Grab a cocktail, watch a mind-blowing science show and dance to DJ music mixes

Introduce your little one to big ideas through imagination, movement, and hands-on fun! This recurring program is designed especially for toddlers and their caregivers to explore museum themes in an age-appropriate, sensory-rich environment.

This session, Little Builders, explores building and crafting in the past -- featuring hands-on activities, including:

1. Stack & Build - A foam block building challenge!
2. Mini Brick Makers - Roll, press, stack your own playdough bricks! Perfect for little hands with big imaginations.
3. Ribbon Run - Inspired by the woven goods that once brought comfort and color to historic homes, explore the vibrant textures, patterns, and hues of traditional fabrics.
4. Book Nook - Enjoy a cozy book corner with stories about construction, teamwork, and homes around the world.

Perfect for ages 2–5 with a caregiver. Drop in and build curiosity, one block at a time!

Carolina Honduras Health Foundation (CHHF), a local nonprofit dedicated to improving overall health in the community of Colon, Honduras via health education, community development, medical referrals, and primary care clinics. We’re hosting Path to Hope Walk Charlotte 2025—a community walk on Saturday, Sept 6, 2025, at Clarks Creek Community Park from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM.

Event Highlights:

• 100% nonprofit event: proceeds support life-saving care for those who need it most.
• Family-friendly: includes a 1K-5K walk, music, refreshments, and kids’ activities
• Community-focused: aiming to bring together Charlotte residents for wellness and fundraising

You can view full details and register here:
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/walkcharlotte/

Visit the Gantt for a soul-stirring evening of music, storytelling, and reflection with seven-time Grammy-nominated vocalist, Nnenna Freelon. Experience selections from her powerful new album, Beneath the Skin, alongside moving stories from her forthcoming book, Beneath the Skin of Sorrow. This unforgettable event invites you into the heart of her personal and creative journey.

Wags to Riches is a casino fundraiser for North Mecklenburg Animal Rescue. Save animals' lives by playing poker, blackjack, and roulette, and bidding for items in the silent auction.

This summer CTTC is giving focus to the origin of theatre productions by beginning at the beginning with the playwright. The work of the playwright is central to the world of theatre. They are the originator, interpreter, and voice of individual communities and institutions. Playwrights have the power to write stories that reflect and shape our culture. Through their writing, they introduce audiences to new ideas, perspectives, and experiences, challenge societal norms, and encourage critical thinking.

For two weekends CTTC will shine a spotlight on two different playwrights, presenting a directed and rehearsed reading of their play. This unique event offers audiences a rare opportunity to witness fresh, original stories from voices in our own community.

Yo! This Is What It Is, written by Hilda Willis is the true story of Terence, a gifted Black athlete and Army veteran whose life spirals into addiction, homelessness, and despair after a series of traumatic events. This is a tribute to all those battling unseen wounds.

Leave No, by Kittridge “Kitty” Janvrin, a clever comedy that asks the question, what happens when you can only destroy the thing you love? Characters, Jane and Avery find themselves experiencing similar ailments that remove them from the things they love most but bring them together in an unlikely fashion.

This summer CTTC is giving focus to the origin of theatre productions by beginning at the beginning with the playwright. The work of the playwright is central to the world of theatre. They are the originator, interpreter, and voice of individual communities and institutions. Playwrights have the power to write stories that reflect and shape our culture. Through their writing, they introduce audiences to new ideas, perspectives, and experiences, challenge societal norms, and encourage critical thinking.

For two weekends CTTC will shine a spotlight on two different playwrights, presenting a directed and rehearsed reading of their play. This unique event offers audiences a rare opportunity to witness fresh, original stories from voices in our own community.

Yo! This Is What It Is, written by Hilda Willis is the true story of Terence, a gifted Black athlete and Army veteran whose life spirals into addiction, homelessness, and despair after a series of traumatic events. This is a tribute to all those battling unseen wounds.

Leave No, by Kittridge “Kitty” Janvrin, a clever comedy that asks the question, what happens when you can only destroy the thing you love? Characters, Jane and Avery find themselves experiencing similar ailments that remove them from the things they love most but bring them together in an unlikely fashion.

Celebrate Independence Day at the Charlotte Museum of History with our annual program honoring the spirit of freedom and community. A cornerstone of this special day is the Naturalization Ceremony, where new American citizens take their oath of citizenship. Join us for a meaningful celebration that brings people together through shared history, tradition, and the enduring promise of the American story. This is a free event.

Join Pretty Paid & Productive on July 26, 2025 (3PM–8PM) at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Charlotte SouthPark for an empowering women’s event filled with real talk, growth strategies, and supportive sisterhood. Connect with ambitious women building purpose-driven lives in business and beyond. Don’t miss this chance to level up and thrive — you belong in the room!

The Charlotte Film Festival returns for six days at the Independent Picture House, showcasing original stories, fresh perspectives, and bold filmmaking from around the world. Enjoy screenings, filmmaker talks, and special events that celebrate the spirit of independent cinema.

Discover Different — only at Charlotte Film Festival.

Meet our July Charity of the Month - the Gender Education Network!

They're a nonprofit organization dedicated to trans children and the information and education they need.

We'll be hosting a charity event with them on Saturday, July 19th from 2-5pm so be sure to join us for good drinks, a silent auction/raffle, food truck and more!

$1/drink sold or beer poured will also be donated to them!

See you there - cheers!

Walk, walker or roll with us up to 5K! The Wheels & Walker-thon: Empowering Lives Through Mobility fundraiser will help Assist ME, an all-volunteer nonprofit, raise funding to provide medical mobility equipment such as wheelchairs and tub transfer benches to those in need throughout the greater Charlotte region.

We invite all abilities and disabilities to register and celebrate mobility freedom at their comfort level (up to 5K) at the fully accessible Park Road Park in Charlotte. Register solo or form a team! We'll be taking fun photos and live streaming on event day. Easy peer-to-peer fundraising tools are provided. Can't attend? Join our Virtual Walk & Rollers Club!

It may come as a surprise to many that it's hard for those with low incomes and little to no insurance (or have Medicaid gaps) to acquire the mobility equipment they need for accidents, surgery recovery or chronic conditions and disabilities. 75% of our recipients are ages 5-64. We quickly run out of wheelchairs and also accept gently used equipment (see our website for items accepted). Help us bridge these gaps by joining and sharing our event. Let's empower lives through mobility together!

Gates open at 8:00 a.m. with 9:00 a.m. start. Food trucks on site. Free water! Fully accessible with handicap parking and restrooms. Medical mobility devices only: No skateboards, bicycles or non-medical scooters, etc.

For more details, please visit www.assistmenc.com/events. Please share and see you there!

The Lake Norman Orchestra will present an outdoor concert at the newly-redesigned Liberty Park Amphitheater in Mooresville, NC on Friday, October 3 at 7:00 PM. The orchestra will play a wide variety of music including "beach music," "classic rock," as well as classical favorites "Overture 1812," "William Tell Overture (Theme from "The Lone Ranger") The program will also feature vocalist Elizabeth Williams Taylor on Broadway songs---"Think of Me" (Phantom of the Opera), and "Memory" (Cats). The conductor or this all-volunteer community full orchestra is Mr. Samuel A. Kyzer.

Charlotte Blues Society’s inaugural Southern Resonance Roots Festival is Sunday Sept 7, 2025 with live music from 12-7.30 on 2 stages. This event is open to all ages and presented free of charge by CBS with Sponsorship from Bojangles.
They invite you to join them for this Live Roots and Blues music event featuring 14 of NC and SC’s finest roots musicians. At Heist Brewery & Barrel Arts 1030 Woodward Ave (Camp North End) in Charlotte, NC 28206. They will host an open blues jam in the Skyline Room after the last act.
There will be musician’s meet and greet, raffles, festival merch, artisan market, food and beverage, free parking. Donations and tips for the artists will be appreciated. Bring your own chair.
CBS is a local non-profit dedicated to the promotion and preservation of American Blues. They normally meet the First Sunday of the month from 6 to 10PM at Heist Brewery.
Vendor spots are still available. Contact CltBluesSociety@gmail.com or www.CharlotteBluesSociety.org for the full line up and more information. Follow them @cltbluessociety and @southernresonancefest