Events

Join us for Sing for the Cure, a 60-minute choral masterpiece featuring a full orchestra, a chorus of over 200 voices, and special guest artists Ann Hampton Callaway and Maria Howell. Based on true stories of breast cancer survivors, this powerful performance captures the resilience, hope, and strength of those who have faced this life-changing challenge. Don't miss this opportunity!
*Note* Seating prices range from $25 to $100 (Premium seats), plus tax and fees. Hover mouse over seat to see price before selection and payment as there are no refunds.  

Join us for an enchanting evening at the Spirit of the Dance Recital, where the vibrant rhythms and mesmerizing movements of belly dance come to life! This family-friendly event will showcase the incredible talents of students and teachers from Lotus Belly Dance, along with professional belly dancers from the Charlotte community and nearby regions.
Event Highlights:
Captivating Performances - Watch as our talented dancers, from beginners to seasoned professionals, take the stage to perform a variety of belly dance styles. Community Celebration: Celebrate the art of belly dance and its cultural significance with friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts.
Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Enjoy a welcoming environment perfect for all ages, making it a delightful evening for the entire family.
Come and experience the excitement and beauty of belly dance and support our local dance community. We can’t wait to share this magical afternoon with you!

Join us for an enlightening conversation exploring the connection between the arts and health. Inspired by the work of soprano Renée Fleming, Music and Mind brings the arts and science together in an evidence-based journey toward achieving brain health. Guided by the NeuroArts Blueprint, this discussion aims to unite community partners in a shared commitment to well-being through the arts.

Panelists:

Renée Fleming: Soprano, WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts and Health

Dr. Jonathan Burdette: Section Chief of Neuroradiology, Vice Chair of Research, Professor of Radiology, and Cofounder of the Laboratory for Complex Brain Networks, Wake Forest University School of Medicine/Advocate Health

Ruth Katz: Vice President; Executive Director, Health, Medicine & Society Program; and Director, Aspen Ideas Health, The Aspen Institute; Co-director, NeuroArts Blueprint Initiative

Susan Magsamen: Executive Director, International Arts + Mind Lab Center for Applied Neuroaesthetics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; Co-Director, NeuroArts Blueprint

Dr. Jen Sullivan: Enterprise Leader National Service Lines, Advocate Health; Charlotte Symphony Board of Directors

*Complimentary entrance for Central Piedmont faculty, staff and students at the door with a valid ID.

Returning for its third year, playwrights of the African American Playwrights Group will individually present one-acts of original works followed by audience feedback. This is a family friendly event that will be educational, yet entertaining making it a perfect afternoon for theatre lovers, aspiring playwrights, and the community at large.

Join SVP for this high-energy event where ten nonprofits compete to win cash and other prizes by pitching their compelling 3-minute stories for your vote. 
Parr Center Theater tickets for the in-person event are sold out, but livestream tickets are available and include a vote for the People's Choice winner: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/svps-seed20-onstage-livestream--2025
All sales final
The SEED20 program is made possible by the generosity of our corporate sponsors.



 

High school is already hard enough - try being a new kid from a foreign country! Join our performing arts students as they tell the story of Cady Heron and her journey of survival, acceptance, friendship, and loyalty in our production of the hit musical Mean Girls: High School Version. Mountain Island Charter School would like to invite you to share in the fun of this modern classic!

*Please Note:  The price is all inclusive and does include fees and tax. 

On Stage Concerts Presents Jazz at the Parr ! starring national recording artist saxophonist Jeanette Harris and a special CD Release concert for her new album "Her Majesty"! Plus! One of Carolia's favorite bands Reggie Graves & Jazz Theory! All Seats Reserved

Qué Lisura! is a magical encounter between guitar and violin that will take you on a musical journey through Peru and Latin America. María Elena Pacheco and Ernesto Hermoza are two virtuoso musicians who are united by their passion for traditional Peruvian rhythms and the cult of strings. A night of Latin music that can't be missed!
*Please Note:  The price is all inclusive and does include fees and tax. 

Agnes Evans is struggling with coming to terms with the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. This high-octane dramatic comedy laden with nasty ogres, homicidal fairies, and 90s pop culture offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.

Thursday BOGO for Adult tickets. Use password - D&D.
*Central Piedmont students free admission at door with a current student ID.* 

The Festival Singers invite you to experience Whispers of the Cosmos, a celestial journey through the beauty of choral music. This ethereal program features Morten Lauridsen’s Sure on This Shining Night, movements from Christopher Tin’s To Shiver the Sky, and the shimmering sounds of tuned water glasses in Ēriks Ešenvalds’ Stars.

*Please Note:  The price is all inclusive and does include fees and tax. 

The Preparatory Orchestra and Sinfonia Strings take us on a journey through the music of the movies! We'll travel from the 1930's Somewhere Over the Rainbow, through the intriguing mind of Danny Elfman, and right up to Pixar's Coco. And no movie night is complete without Pirates of the Caribbean, and John Williams' Jurassic Park!

Big business means big laughs in this delightfully clever lampoon of life on the corporate ladder. A tune-filled comic gem, How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying follows the rise of J. Pierrepont Finch, who rises from lowly window washer to high-powered executive.

Annual End of Year Concert celebrating 20 years of Dance, Community & Magic!

*Please Note:  The price is all inclusive and does include fees and tax. 

Bring the whole family for this stunning adaptation of Sleeping Beauty. Filled with fairies and storybook pages come to life, this crowd-pleaser is appropriate for all ages. The South Charlotte Ballet Company, guest performers and MOVE Studio Charlotte can't wait to see you there!

*Please Note:  The price is all inclusive and does include fees and tax. 

Baran Dance presents "BIG MOVES: BIG IDEAS ," the culminating concert of our crowdsourced season! Inspired by suggestions for new contemporary dance works from the Charlotte community, BMBI features eclectic, innovative choreography and performances by Baran Dance company artists and interns.
Saturday 6/7: VIP reception 7pm + Performance 8pm
Sunday 6/8: VIP reception 5pm + Performance 6pm

Living legend Eva Ayllón is celebrating fifty-five years of spreading the joy of Peruvian music around the world. She is accompanied by the young, exuberant talent of Daniela Darcourt; together they will transform stages into a pure musical explosion.

*All-inclusive pricing shown includes tax and fees.