Oct 03 Friday
Turning the Wheel Productions presents an intergenerational, multi-media, dance/theater performance 'Stardust and Water' on Oct. 3rd and 4th at 7pm at the Mini Evans Arts Center. For ticket information go to stardustandwater.brownpapertickets.com.
Shakespeare’s most provocative play takes the stage in an all-female production that lets the original text speak—sharp, witty, and uncomfortably timely. When Vienna’s long-ignored morality laws are suddenly enforced, a young novice named Isabella finds herself caught between silence and sacrifice.
Oct 04 Saturday
Oct 05 Sunday
Join the folks at Fermental as they keep the weekend moving along with their weekly SUNDAY JAZZ JAM, hosted by local artist, Jay Killman.
5pm - 8pm
With a solid foundation of house musicians including Killman, Jon Hill, and Gabrielle Sánchez, this recurring renaissance of jazz welcomes all level of performers: students, professionals, and beginners.
Bring your instrument or bring your ear and enjoy a weekly session of jazz artists and jazz enthusiasts.
Rotating Food Trucks 5pm
Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District
More info: 910.821.0362
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Host Jay Killman is a professional musician performing with a wide array of acts including jazz ensembles, singer songwriters, hip hop groups, and fusion bands. He is also an avid composer, arranger and teacher. He is currently an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. www.jaykillmanmusic.com
Oct 08 Wednesday
The vibrant self-conducted string ensemble Sphinx Virtuosi returns to Kenan Auditorium, bringing bold virtuosity and a mission to reshape classical music through artistic excellence and pioneering programming.
Sphinx Virtuosi is a dynamic, self-conducted chamber orchestra and the flagship performing ensemble of the Sphinx Organization, the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to transforming the arts. Comprising 18 of the nation’s most accomplished professional string players, Sphinx Virtuosi is redefining classical music through artistic excellence, pioneering programming, and cultural leadership.
Recognized for their artistry and commanding presence, Sphinx Virtuosi has been praised by The New York Times as “top-notch… more essential at this moment than ever.” The Strad lauds their “elegant ascent into the upper ranks of string orchestras,” a testament to their growing influence in the field. With performances that captivate audiences nationwide, their annual Carnegie Hall appearance has become a celebrated highlight of the fall season. Their critically acclaimed debut album, Songs for Our Times (Deutsche Grammophon) was hailed as “a knockout” by Gramophone, which praised their “consistently polished and passionate performances.”
Oct 09 Thursday
Join Wilmington's finest comedy collective for a night of spontaneous comedy, theatre, games and who-knows-what else! Waterline Brewing Co. graciously opens their stage to new and sometimes experimental improvised comedy! Come early at 7:30 for an open improv jam, where you can get up onstage and show your stuff with our performers.
Free, fun, and funny!Hosted by Jesslyn Wilson + Ben Ehrlich
Oct 11 Saturday
Experience Whitney Houston’s astounding musical legacy like never before. This new concert tribute features original master recordings of Whitney’s vocals set to new orchestrations of her biggest hits—including “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “Higher Love,” and “I Will Always Love You”—accompanied by home movies, film performances, and never-before-seen footage. Presented in collaboration with the Estate of Whitney Houston, Park Avenue Artists, and Primary Wave Music.
A monthly open mic variety show including area poets, musicians, artists, comedians, playwrights and more! Every 2nd Saturday at Bottega!
Oct 12 Sunday