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In the spirit of all things spooky, Lynne Taylor-Corbett’s Dracula returns to the stage after four years just in time for Halloween. This program also includes Robert Weiss’ scary evocation of Edgar AllanPoe’s The Masque of the Red Death. Featuring J. Mark Scearce’s (Macbeth) original scores for both, played LIVE! The production will run from […]
The North Carolina State Fair will run from October 11 to October 21, 2018. North Carolina State Fair website: http://www.ncstatefair.org/2018/index.htm
Gershwin captures the soul of the Roaring 20s in his smoky, sultry Rhapsody in Blue for piano and orchestra, while Copland evokes idyllic country life in Appalachian Spring. The Cherokee Chamber Singers join NCS to share traditional and new music reflecting the Cherokee culture, making this program an unforgettable tribute to America’s rich heritage and […]
For decades photographer Candida Höfer (German, born 1944) has made “portraits” of iconic buildings around the world, including the Louvre in Paris, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, La Scala in Milan, Villa Borghese in Rome, and the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg. Höfer’s technical mastery of composition, light, and symmetry offers viewers a glimpse beneath the surface, toward the heart and character of each place, in visually stunning, monumentally scaled photographs of the world’s great architecture.
Take advantage of the great prices on vintage hats, fun costumes, and other assorted pieces and accessories. A great resource for school theatre departments, flea market shoppers, and Halloween costume shoppers. Cash, credit, and checks accepted! There is a wide range of prices – some individual items under $5 but full costumes and more ornate […]
Carolina Hurricanes play the Minnesota Wild on the road on Saturday, October 13, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
The Carolina Hurricanes play the Winnipeg Jets on the road on Sunday, October 14, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
The Carolina Hurricanes play the Tampa Bay Lightning on the road on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
A Shopping SPREE! is a four-day shopping fundraiser showcases regional and national exhibitors for shoppers seeking the latest in fashion and home decor trends, unique gifts and holiday merchandise. Proceeds from A Shopping SPREE! help support the Junior League of Raleigh’s Center for Community Leadership and community projects, particularly in the League’s focus area of […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, October 20, 2018. This game is part of the Carolina Hurricanes Homegrown Series Showcasing the best our local community has to offer in t-shirts, food, beer, art and music. This Homegrown Series game features an Asheville T-Shirt Co. t-shirt, a free poster designed by David Eichenberger […]
In ancient Gaul, the chaste Druid high priestess Norma has borne two children fathered by an enemy Roman military commander. When he abandons her and seduces her younger colleague Adalgia, Norma vows revenge and nothing is off the table. Let the vocal fireworks begin! From the sublime prayer “Casta diva” to the plaintive duet “Mira, […]
The Carolina Hurricanes play Detroit Red Wings away on Monday, October 22, 2018. For information about 2018-19 Hurricanes ticket packages, please visit nhl.com/hurricanes/tickets or call 1-866-NHL-CANES (1-866-645-2263). Upcoming games: raleighcitizen.com/organizer/carolina-hurricanes/
Park West Village is excited to present their annual Fall Festival, an event designed with the whole family in mind. The Fall Festival takes place on Thursday, October 25 beginning at 4:00 p.m. Families will enjoy hayrides, a costume contest, children’s costume parade, and opportunities to trick-or-treat at more than 45 retail locations throughout Park […]
The Carolina Hurricanes host the San Jose Sharks on Friday, October 26, 2018. First Responders Appreciation Night The Hurricanes will be honoring all first responders for their service and commitment to our community. Special First Responders South Plaza Event In honor of First Responders Appreciation Night, vehicles and first responders will be featured on the […]
An eerie violin solo summons skeletons to dance on their graves. A mysterious tune builds to a furious frenzy, calling to mind ghosts and goblins. Booming brass and insistent strings send chills up the spine. All in the spirit of a haunted Halloween, the Symphony brings you a mix of spooky symphonic favorites, complete with […]
