Things-To-Do Charlotte, NC| Aug 1-3
August 1st, 2008 Categories: Things To Do Charlotte
By Megan McDonald
Here are some fun things to do in Charlotte, NC this weekend!
Shopping
It’s tax-free weekend across all of North Carolina. It’s time for back-to-school shopping! Enjoy the break from that 7.5% tax and the great sales happening everywhere.
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Lewis Black
Friday, August 1 8:00 pm
Belk Theater ($45.50-$65.50)
Come watch and enjoy the actor, author, and stand-up comedian as he riffs over his love-hate relationship with America. It is guaranteed to be a good laugh!
found in The Charlotte Observer
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‘Much Ado About Nothing’
Friday, August 1 8:00 pm (FREE)
McGlohon Theatre (345 N. College St.)
Two amusing characters who have vowed to never marry must reconsider in this William Shakespeare comedy staged by Collaborative Arts. (The show is running at various times through August 10)
found in The Charlotte Observer
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Lend Me a Tenor
Friday, August 1, 2008 8:00 pmSaturday, August 2, 2008 8:00 pm
Sunday, August 3, 2008 2:00 pm
$15-$22
Set in 1934, this fast-paced comedy revolves around renowned tenor Tito Morelli, known to his fans as “Il Stupendo,” who is scheduled to sing the lead in Othello, produced as a gala fundraiser for the Cleveland Opera Company. Unfortunately, even before the star leaves his hotel room, everything begins to unravel. Chaos ensues when a “Dear John” letter left by his wife, who has mistaken an autograph-seeker hidden in his closet for a secret lover, is misinterpreted as a suicide note. The distraught Morelli accidentally is given a double dose of tranquilizers to calm him and he passes out. Saunders, the company’s General Manager, is determined the show must go on, so he enlists the aid of his assistant Max to impersonate the opera star. Max is succeeding admirably…until Morelli awakens and heads for the stage. What follows is a chain reaction of confusion, plot twists, double entendres, innuendoes and constant entrances and exits through many doors.
found on www.charlottecultureguide.com
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Pink Floydian Slip
Friday, August 1 8:30 pm
Amos’ Southend ($10-$12)
Listen to the music of Pink Floyd as this tribute bands performs their hits like “Comfortably Numb,” “Learning to Fly,” and “Another Brick in the Wall.”
found in The Charlotte Observer
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Panther Fan Fest
Saturday, August 2 9:00 am
Bank of America Stadium (FREE)
For those of you ready to kick of football season, come to the Bank of America Stadium at 9:00 am on Saturday to enjoy music, games, contests, and appearance by the TopCats and Sir Purr outside the stadium. After, enter the stadium at 9:30 am and the Panthers will begin their open practice at 11:00 am.
found in The Charlotte Observer
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Breaking Dawn Release Party!
Friday, August 1 10:00 pm
This is a can’t miss supernatural event! Come participate in Trilogy Trivia, get a tattoo- temporarily, hunt for Bella’s ribbon, and walk the black carpet in our Strut Your Stuff fashion show/costume contest.Win great prizes and buy the book at midnight!Don’t forget to pre-order your copy today!
found on www.charlottecultureguide.com
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Journey, Heart, and Cheap Trick
Saturday, August 2 7:00 pm
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater ($23.50-$125)
If you love ’80s rock, this show is for you! Enjoy your favorites songs by these bands and relive the “good ‘ol days” for a night!
found in The Charlotte Observer
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Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival
Saturday, August 2 11:00 am- 5:00 pm (FREE)
Wachovia Atrium and Plaza (301 S. Tryon St.)
This fun, free, family oriented event includes dancing, cultural exhibits, and what is sure to be excellent cuisine. Taiko drumming by Matsuriza will be one of the highlights of the day’s events.
found in The Charlotte Observer
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Community Mosaic Project Friday, August 1 6:00 pm
SouthEnd Gallery Crawl (FREE)
The premier Community Mosaic Project “Gluefest” will be held Friday, August 1 from 6:00 - 9:00 during the SouthEnd gallery crawl. This event is free and open to all ages. Help us put together a piece of public art to grace Charlotte Art League on Camden Road!
found on www.charlottecultureguide.com
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Charlotte ComiCon
Sunday, August 3 10:00 am- 4:00 pm
Crowne Plaza ($3, free for 12 and younger)
Be apart of Charlotte’s largest, one-day comic book convention this Sunday, August 3. The event features guest artists and writers, door prizes, freebies, and thousand of comic books.
found in The Charlotte Observer
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Bark in the Park
Sunday, August 3 5:15 pm
Knights Stadium ($7-$12)
Bring your dog to the ballpark with you! Cheer for the Charlotte Knights as they take on the Durham Bulls with your pooch at your side. All leashed dogs get in for free.
found in The Charlotte Observer
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