BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Arts Council Of Wilmington/NHC - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Arts Council Of Wilmington/NHC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.artswilmington.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Arts Council Of Wilmington/NHC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250327T162303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T162303Z UID:9861-1751052600-1751059800@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Jengo's Summer Film Series: "George Washington" DESCRIPTION:Shot in the landscape of Winston-Salem\, North Carolina\, George Washington is a stunning portrait of how a group of young kids come to grips with a hard world of choices and consequences. During an innocent game in an abandoned amusement park\, a member of the group dies. Narrated by one of the children\, the film follows the kids as they struggle to balance their own ambitions and relationships against a tragic lie. The acting by the non-professional children is phenomenal; it is both instinctive and intelligent. \nDavid Gordon Green is known as a producer in films and TV shows like — Halloween Kills\, Halloween Ends\, The Righteous Gemstones\, Nutcrackers\, and more! After Green graduated from UNCSA\, he directed and produced George Washington\, which was his debut feature film and screened multiple film festivals including Cucalorus in 2001! URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/jengos-summer-film-series-george-washington/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Film ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T201500 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250616T143440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T163853Z UID:10222-1750791600-1750796100@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Black Music Month Celebration: Port City All-Stars DESCRIPTION:WHQR is excited to announce our annual Black Music Month Celebration featuring musical arrangements of Port City All-Stars. Hosted by Rhonda Bellamy as a part of WHQR’s Juneteenth celebration\, our concert will take place on Wednesday\, June 24th at 7pm in the MC Erny Gallery. \nTHE EVENT IS FREE\, PLEASE RSVP BY EMAILING mbradley@whqr.org SO WE KNOW HOW MANY WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/black-music-month-celebration-port-city-all-stars/ LOCATION:McErny Gallery at WHQR\, 254 North Front Street\, Suite 300\, Wilmington\, 28401\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Black-Music-Month-Square-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="WHQR":MAILTO:webservices@whqr.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250607T194505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T194650Z UID:10178-1750784400-1750791600@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Happy Hour with Gary Gillespie Israel & The Dorothy M. Gillespie Foundation DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming Gary Gillespie Israel\, President of the Dorothy M. Gillespie Foundation\, for Happy Hour at Art in Bloom! Gary and The Foundation have donated original art by Dorothy Gillespie (1920-2012) to over a dozen locations throughout our community – including an expanded selection of works at Art in Bloom. \nVisit us in Mayfaire Town Center on June 24\, 5-7\, for this special reception! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres\, drinks\, a chance to speak with Gary\, and view the acclaimed sculptures and creations of Dorothy Gillespie (1920-2012). \nGallery events are always free and open to the public. On view alongside this exhibit\, Art in Bloom Gallery showcases a plethora of fine art by over 30 local artists. \nPreview the works and discover the story behind Dorothy Gillespie’s close ties to Wilmington at: https://aibgallery.com/artist/dorothy-gillespie/ \nAbout the Dorothy M. Gillespie Foundation: \nThe Dorothy Gillespie Foundation proudly presents the works and history of the 20th century American Artist\, Dorothy Gillespie\, which included abstract expressionism\, decorative abstraction\, site-specific installations\, the women’s movement and art in public spaces. She was a pioneer in the new directions of metal sculpture and best known for large-scale\, highly colorful painted arrangements of cut aluminum strips radiating\, undulating\, or curling in giant arrangements of ribbon\, enchanted towers\, and even the burst of fireworks piece: well known as a painter\, sculptor and installation artist whose work incorporated many significant 20th-century trends in art. \nDorothy Gillespie’s career spanned seven decades\, and was always in the forefront of the American Art movement. Ms. Gillespies works have graced and still grace many institutions\, museums\, colleges\, universities and public places. She was one of the first artists to offer her art to the world through displays in the lobbies of public institutions and governmental centers such as Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts. The Foundation supports artists\, initiatives\, and institutions that embody the same innovative\, inclusive multidisciplinary approach that Dorothy Gillespie exemplified in both her art and philanthropic endeavors. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/happy-hour-with-gary-gillespie-israel-the-dorothy-m-gillespie-foundation/ LOCATION:970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, 970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Events,Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Dorothy-Gillespie-June-24-Reception.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Grant":MAILTO:artinbloomgallery@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250417T141336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T141336Z UID:9984-1750447800-1750455000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Jengo's Summer Film Series: "The Secret Life of Bees" DESCRIPTION:Set in South Carolina in 1964\, this is the tale of Lily Owens a 14 year-old girl who is haunted by the memory of her late mother. To escape her lonely life and troubled relationship with her father\, Lily flees with Rosaleen\, her caregiver and only friend\, to a South Carolina town that holds the secret to her mother’s past. \nThis screening is a celebration of Juneteenth! It is sponsored by National Black Leadership Caucus and the Wilmington News Journal. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/jengos-summer-film-series-the-secret-life-of-bees/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Film ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250422T183709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T183709Z UID:10025-1750413600-1750608000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Thrown & Altered Forms Workshop With Brian Evans DESCRIPTION:Join Brian Evans Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, June 20 – 22\, 2025 (10am-4pm) as he teaches participants how to alter thrown forms on the wheel. Altering techniques include pinching\, spiraling\, pillowing\, ribbing\, and more. Participants should have a minimum of intermediate throwing skills. Intermediate skills include centering\, throwing cylinders\, bowls\, and vases. If you struggle with these forms\, this workshop may not be for you.\nThis workshop will teach you to break free from the round form. It will help build your confidence in experimentation. It is difficult for many potters to go beyond the round form because they are afraid to ruin a “perfect pot.” Instead\, we will embrace the Japanese concept of Wabi Sabi (Beauty in Imperfection). URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/thrown-altered-forms-workshop-with-brian-evans/ LOCATION:Fat Cat Pottery\, Seaside Studio\, 1641 Seaside Rd SW\, Ocean Isle Beach\, NC\, 28468\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Visual Arts ORGANIZER;CN="Fat Cat Pottery%2C Inc.":MAILTO:fatcatpottery@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250616T141001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T141209Z UID:10209-1750413600-1750438800@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:WHQR MeetUp at Willowdale Urban Farms\, June 20th DESCRIPTION:Public Radio lovers\, WHQR Community Advisory Board\, staff\, board\, and friends will gather at Willowdale Urban Farms on June 20th at 10 am. \nCoffee\, Treats\, Tours\, Gardening\, Socializing\, Veggies\, and More! \nThank you to Abigail and Social Coffee Supply for the coffee! To learn more about them\, check out: https://www.socialcoffeesupply.com/. \nHandicap Accessible Parking:\nEnter through the front gate and park to the left. \nAll Other Parking: Wilmington First Pentecostal Church \n2901 Chestnut St\, Wilmington\, NC 28405 \n(Please park in the church lot and enter through the back gate) URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/whqr-meetup-at-willowdale-urban-farms-june-20th/ LOCATION:2901 Chestnut St\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, 2901 Chestnut St\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Leland-Brewing-poster-1-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="WHQR":MAILTO:webservices@whqr.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250509T193303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T193303Z UID:10103-1749996000-1750006800@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:“Yana Slutskaya & the Durham Art Guild Exchange” Exhibit Reception DESCRIPTION:June 13 – July 27\, 2025 | Artist Reception June 15\, 2-5pm \nThis is Art in Bloom Gallery’s second year partnering with the Durham Art Guild to introduce new artists to our coastal community. This year we are partnering to bring photographer\, Yana Slutskaya\, to Wilmington. Join us in the gallery on Sunday\, June 15th\, from 2-5pm. Enjoy special refreshments\, meet our artists\, and enjoy live music by Justin Lacey! In addition\, we feature continuously rotating art featuring 30+ of Art in Bloom Gallery’s Artists! \nYana Slutskaya is an award-winning professional artist and contemporary still-life photographer based near Raleigh\, NC. She holds a BA degree in Fine Arts\, majoring in Painting and Theatrical Design\, from Moscow State Academic Art College. \nAs a still-life photographer\, Yana finds immense joy and fulfillment in capturing the silent stories of inanimate objects.\nThe process feels akin to creating scenes on a theatrical stage\, drawing from her background as a professional theatrical stage designer and decorator. She approaches each composition by envisioning the objects as dynamic characters\, each playing a role in a captivating narrative. Through the interplay of light\, particularly natural light from windows\, Yana strives to infuse my compositions with an inviting\, dramatic\, and artistic ambiance. \nHer inspiration stems from everyday elements that surround her\, such as fruits and flowers from the garden\, seashells\, pottery\, and unique vintage items discovered in various places. The beauty of nature and her passion for gardening continually fuels Yana’s creativity\, offering a wellspring of ideas for her work. \nGallery events are always free and open to the public. On view along with these exhibits\, Art in Bloom Gallery showcases a plethora of fine art by over 30 local artists. The gallery is open Monday–Thursday 10am-5pm\, Friday – Saturday 10am–6pm and Sunday 12-5pm and is in Mayfaire Town Center at 970 Inspiration Drive in Wilmington\, NC. \nAbout the Durham Art Guild\n The Durham Art Guild is a nonprofit member-driven visual arts organization established in 1948. The Guild’s mission is to enrich and connect our communities by creating opportunities and providing leadership for current and future visual artists and art enthusiasts. The Guild programs over 40 exhibitions annually across multiple NC community partnership venues featuring over 400 regional artists. In addition to the Creative Mentorship Program and the Artist in Residence Program\, the Guild also produces over 20 arts related events each year including receptions\, lectures\, community building events and professional development workshops. For more information about the Durham Art Guild please visit www.durhamartguild.org or follow us @durhamartguild URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/yana-slutskaya-the-durham-art-guild-exchange-exhibit-reception-2/ LOCATION:970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, 970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screen-Shot-2025-05-08-at-1.12.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Grant":MAILTO:artinbloomgallery@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250507T202402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T202402Z UID:10089-1749897000-1749936600@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:21st annual DocuTime Film Festival DESCRIPTION:The Docutime Film Festival is coming back for its 21st anniversary to celebrate founder Paula Haller and to continue its reputation for bringing acclaimed documentaries to Wilmington so that our dedicated community of documentary-lovers can experience a full-day of award-winning\, enlightening entertainment. \nDocutime is a partnership between Cucalorus Film Foundation and WHQR Public Radio and will take place at Jengo’s Playhouse in the Soda Pop District in downtown Wilmington. \nAn all-day pass is only $35 and individual tickets for screenings are $15. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/21st-annual-docutime-film-festival/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Film ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250327T161942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T161942Z UID:9856-1749843000-1749850200@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Jengo's Summer Film Series: "Find Love" DESCRIPTION:A flight to Wilmington brings together a woman escaping an unhappy marriage and a man shocked by an unplanned pregnancy with his girlfriend. Both are stumbling toward a turning point in their lives. As they wait for their delayed flight\, the two strangers find themselves drawn to each other almost immediately as they’re exported from their realities into the fragmented realm of new emotions. Set against the unique sound of Icelandic band Mum\, the film explores the heady\, first feelings of inexplicable attraction. An improvised feature\, the cast developed most of the dialogue in workshops\, which lends an organic feel to the chemistry between the leads\, Christian Camargo and Alexie Gilmore. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/jengos-summer-film-series-find-love/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Film ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T180000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250218T165233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T165233Z UID:9733-1749301200-1749319200@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Wilmington Conservatory Presents: The Lion\, the Witch\, and the Wardrobe from CS Lewis DESCRIPTION:This summer\, step into the magical world of Narnia with our stunning stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ beloved classic\, The Lion\, the Witch\, and the Wardrobe. Follow the journey of four siblings—Peter\, Susan\, Edmund\, and Lucy—as they are transported to the enchanting land of Narnia\, where they meet unforgettable characters like the wise and majestic Aslan\, the treacherous White Witch\, and a host of magical creatures. \nTogether\, they must battle the forces of evil and restore peace—and summer—to Narnia. \nWith breathtaking choreography\, magical costumes\, and a beautiful musical score\, this production brings the beloved story to life through the art of dance. Experience timeless themes of courage\, friendship\, and the triumph of good over evil in a performance perfect for audiences of all ages. Don’t miss this literary legend brought to life at the Wilson Center stage this summer! \nCreated by Cory Smith\, this production promises to immerse audiences in the magical world of Narnia with stunning visuals\, beautiful musical score accompanied by narration\, and imaginative costumes. Featuring a talented cast of local dancers\, WCFA students\, and professional guest artists\, the show will appeal to audiences of all ages with its themes of courage\, friendship\, and the battle between good and evil. \nWilmington Conservatory has been a cornerstone of the Wilmington arts community since 2007\, offering dynamic performances that inspire and entertain. As a resident company at the Wilson Center\, WCFA has delighted audiences with original productions of The Sleeping Beauty\, The Lion\, The Witch\, and The Wardrobe\, Cinderella\, Hope Has Come\, Pinocchio\, Masterworks\, Beauty and the Beast\, Americana\, The Nutcracker\, Peter Pan\, and many other beloved fan\nfavorites. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wilmington-conservatory-presents-the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe-from-cs-lewis/ LOCATION:Wilson Center Cape Fear Community College\, 703 N 3rd St\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Dance,Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/LWW-FINAL.png ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts":MAILTO:admin@dacwilmington.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250606 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250531T212843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T212843Z UID:10154-1749168000-1750031999@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Thalian Association Beetlejuice Jr DESCRIPTION:A Very Special Fundraiser for Thalian Youth Theatre!\nTickets $25 plus taxes and fees\nAll tickets include soft drink and popcorn vouchers \nIt’s our show now\, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR.\, the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager\, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia\, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice\, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse\, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes\, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.\nWith music and lyrics by Tony Award-nominee Eddie Perfect and a book by Tony Award-nominated pair Anthony King and Scott Brown\, Beetlejuice was nominated for eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical. A viral “sucks-yes” on social media\, this musical struck a chord with young theatre lovers who adored its unabashed humor and emotional honesty.\nCreated for the generation that made it a hit\, Beetlejuice JR. is a wacky theatrical party for all! URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/thalian-association-beetlejuice-jr/ LOCATION:Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\, 120 South 2nd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Beetlejuice-Web-Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T203000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250506T202302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T202302Z UID:10085-1748802600-1748809800@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:AUDITIONS for Hallelujah Girls at Brunswick Little Theatre DESCRIPTION:Auditions for\nThe Hallelujah Girls by Jones\, Hope and Wooten \nSynopsis:\nHilarity abounds when the feisty females of Eden Falls\, Georgia\, decide to shake up\ntheir lives. The action in this rollicking Southern comedy takes place in SPA-DEE-DAH!\,\nthe abandoned church-turned-day-spa where this group of friends gathers every Friday\nafternoon. After the loss of a dear friend\, the women realize time is precious\, and if\nthey’re going to change their lives and achieve their dreams\, they have to get on it now!\nBut Sugar Lee\, their high-spirited\, determined leader\, has her hands full keeping the\nwomen motivated. Carlene’s given up on romance\, having buried three husbands. Nita is\na nervous wreck from running interference between her problematic son and his\nprobation officer. Mavis’s marriage is so stagnant she’s wondering how she can fake her\nown death to get out of it. And sweet\, simple Crystal entertains them all\, singing\nChristmas carols with her own hilarious lyrics. The comic tension mounts when a sexy\nex-boyfriend shows up unexpectedly\, a marriage proposal comes from an unlikely suitor\nand Sugar Lee’s archrival vows she’ll stop at nothing to steal the spa away from her. By\nthe time the women rally together to overcome these obstacles and launch their new\,\nimproved lives\, you’ve got a side-splitting\, joyful comedy that will make you laugh out\nloud. \nAudition Dates: Sunday June 1st from 6:30 to 8:30 pm\nMonday June 2nd from 6:30 to 8:30 pm\nCall back if necessary: Wednesday June 4th at 6:30 pm \nLocation: Brunswick Little Theater \n8068 River Rd SE\, Southport\, North Carolina 28461\nAuditions in the classrooms behind the theater\nDirector: Dan Barth dbarthnc@outlook.com or 617-921-0260.\nPlease contact if you have any questions \n– No roles are pre-cast\n– Auditions will be from selected sides from the show\n– Bring resume and headshot (if you have one\, a candid will be fine)\n– Be prepared to list conflicts from June 8th through July 30th\n– Rehearsals three times a week. Days and dates TBD (pending actor conflicts)\n– You may not be called to rehearsal three times each week\n– Tech week begins July 27th (no conflict as of that date) \nPerformance Dates:\n– Three weekends (10 shows) opening July 31st and closing August 17th\n-Thursday\, Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30 pm\n– Final weekend Saturday/Sunday shows at 3:00 pm \nCharacter Overview:\n– The characters call for age ranges of 50 to 65. However\, the director has some\nflexibility in casting and if you can play ~40 to ~70 you are encouraged to come\nout and audition.\n– The Characters\no Carlene Travis – female\, 50’s\, a no-nonsense gal with a dry wit.\no Nita Mooney – female\, 50’s\, a very sweet and simple country woman.\no Mavis Flowers – female\, 65\, blunt but likeable.\no Crystal Hart – female\, 50’s\, daffy and loveable\, sings and plays Jingle\nBells on the piano (you do not actually play the piano).\no Sugar Lee Thompkins – female\, 50’s vivacious.\no Bunny Sutherland – female\, 50’s\, upbeat and seemingly pleasant with an\never ready smile.\no Bobby Dwayne Dillahunt – male\, 50’s\, rugged good looks with a self-\ndepreciating sense of humor.\no Porter Padgett – male\, 50’s\, good-hearted\, gregarious blowhard. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/auditions-for-hallelujah-girls-at-brunswick-little-theatre/ LOCATION:NC CATEGORIES:Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLT-logo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250610 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250531T212621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T212621Z UID:10150-1748649600-1749513599@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Waterviews - Paintings by Gwen Renee Pikul DESCRIPTION:Waterviews – Paintings by Gwen Renee Pikul in the Community Gallery of the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\nShow runs until Jun 9\, 2025\nGwen is a self-taught artist residing in Southport\, NC. Gwen has exhibited her art at galleries across Brunswick and New Hanover counties. \nCome in to the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center at 120 S 2nd St. in downtown Wilmington\, NC\, during business hours to view the show. The building is open 9am – 9pm Mondays-Thursdays\, 9am – 5pm Fridays\, and 9am – 1pm Saturdays. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/waterviews-paintings-by-gwen-renee-pikul/ LOCATION:Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\, 120 South 2nd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States CATEGORIES:Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/waterviews-art-show-rotated.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250517T140554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T140554Z UID:10127-1748631600-1748640600@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:The Great American Songbook DESCRIPTION:Step into the golden age of music with Cape Fear Chorale’s annual POPS Dessert Theater\, featuring The Great American Songbook. This year’s theme brings the glamour of Old Hollywood\, showcasing an evening of show tunes\, jazz standards\, and beloved songs from the early 20th century. \nIndulge in a night of live performances\, delicious desserts\, and timeless music in an intimate cabaret-style setting. Enjoy classic songs that defined an era\, performed by the talented voices of Cape Fear Chorale. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/the-great-american-songbook-3/ LOCATION:Winter Park Baptist Church\, Wrightsville Avenue\, Wilmington\, 28406 CATEGORIES:Events,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025.05.30-CFC-GRAPHIC-CFC-POPS-Great-American-Songbook-Fundraiser-Slide-1-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cape Fear Chorale":MAILTO:board@capefearchorale.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250517T140324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T140324Z UID:10125-1748631600-1748640600@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:The Great American Songbook DESCRIPTION:Step into the golden age of music with Cape Fear Chorale’s annual POPS Dessert Theater\, featuring The Great American Songbook. This year’s theme brings the glamour of Old Hollywood\, showcasing an evening of show tunes\, jazz standards\, and beloved songs from the early 20th century. \nIndulge in a night of live performances\, delicious desserts\, and timeless music in an intimate cabaret-style setting. Enjoy classic songs that defined an era\, performed by the talented voices of Cape Fear Chorale. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/the-great-american-songbook-2/ LOCATION:Winter Park Baptist Church\, Wrightsville Avenue\, Wilmington\, 28406 CATEGORIES:Events,Music ORGANIZER;CN="Cape Fear Chorale":MAILTO:board@capefearchorale.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250517T140206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T140206Z UID:10123-1748631600-1748640600@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:The Great American Songbook DESCRIPTION:Step into the golden age of music with Cape Fear Chorale’s annual POPS Dessert Theater\, featuring The Great American Songbook. This year’s theme brings the glamour of Old Hollywood\, showcasing an evening of show tunes\, jazz standards\, and beloved songs from the early 20th century. \nIndulge in a night of live performances\, delicious desserts\, and timeless music in an intimate cabaret-style setting. Enjoy classic songs that defined an era\, performed by the talented voices of Cape Fear Chorale. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/the-great-american-songbook/ LOCATION:Winter Park Baptist Church\, Wrightsville Avenue\, Wilmington\, 28406 CATEGORIES:Events,Music ORGANIZER;CN="Cape Fear Chorale":MAILTO:board@capefearchorale.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250526 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250517T160137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T160137Z UID:10133-1748044800-1748217599@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:29th Annual Orange Street ArtsFest DESCRIPTION:Annual Orange Street ArtsFest URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/29th-annual-orange-street-artsfest/ LOCATION:Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\, 120 South 2nd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/osaf.png ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T190000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250505T134203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T153849Z UID:10073-1748023200-1748026800@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:“Dance With Me” Fourth Friday Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:“Dance With Me” showcases the artwork of Elizabeth Darrow. The opening reception will be held on Friday\, May 23rd\, and the closing reception on Friday\, June 27th\, from 6 pm to 9 pm.\nCome and meet Elizabeth\, enjoy light refreshments and wine\, and take in some amazing artwork from right here in the Port City. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/dance-with-me-fourth-friday-opening-reception/ LOCATION:McErny Gallery at WHQR\, 254 North Front Street\, Suite 300\, Wilmington\, 28401\, United States CATEGORIES:Visual Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Fourth-Friday-Flyer-7.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="WHQR":MAILTO:webservices@whqr.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T133000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250423T150003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T140014Z UID:10037-1747915200-1747920600@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:WHQR’s Fundraising Luncheon with Special Guest NPR’s Leila Fadel DESCRIPTION:WHQR’s Annual Fundraising Luncheon returns Thursday\, May 22\, 2025 at noon in the Hotel Ballast featuring special guest NPR’s Leila Fadel\nWHQR is celebrating journalism and our service to the community with a wonderful fundraising luncheon on Thursday\, May 22 at 12 pm at the Hotel Ballast in downtown Wilmington. \nHead to the link below for more details! URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/whqrs-fundraising-luncheon-with-special-guest-nprs-michel-martin/ LOCATION:Hotel Ballast Wilmington\, Tapestry Collection by Hilton\, 301 North Water Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Cinematique-slides-10.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="WHQR":MAILTO:webservices@whqr.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250423T145821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T145821Z UID:10033-1747681200-1747861200@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Cinematique Presents: No Other Land DESCRIPTION:No Other Land screens Monday\, May 19th through Wednesday\, May 21st at 7 pm with an additional screening at 4 pm on Wednesday in the Historic Main Stage at Thalian Hall.\nThis film\, made by a Palestinian-Israeli collective\, shows the destruction of the occupied West Bank’s Masafer Yatta by Israeli soldiers and the alliance that develops between the Palestinian activist Basel and Israeli journalist Yuval. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/cinematique-presents-no-other-land/ LOCATION:NC CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/FB-Event-Image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:friends@thalianhall.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250418T183619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T183619Z UID:10012-1747472400-1747584000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Throwing & Slip Design Workshop led by Karen Godwin & Stan Simmons DESCRIPTION:Join us for an immersive Throwing and Slip Design Workshop led by the talented Karen Godwin & Stan Simmons at our Seaside Studio in Ocean Isle Beach\, NC.\nThis two-day workshop is designed to help participants refine their throwing skills & explore the creative possibilities of slip design in pottery. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your techniques\, Karen & Stan will provide personalized guidance & inspiration throughout the workshop!\nDates: Sunday-Saturday\, May 17th & 18th from 9:00am-4:00pm URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/throwing-slip-design-workshop-led-by-karen-godwin-stan-simmons/ LOCATION:Fat Cat Pottery\, Seaside Studio\, 1641 Seaside Rd SW\, Ocean Isle Beach\, NC\, 28468\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Events,Visual Arts ORGANIZER;CN="Fat Cat Pottery%2C Inc.":MAILTO:fatcatpottery@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250419T142424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T142424Z UID:10021-1747423800-1748181600@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Thalian Association Presents Legally Blonde DESCRIPTION:LEGALLY BLONDE\nMusic and Lyrics by LAURENCE O’KEEFE and NELL BENJAMIN Book by HEATHER HACH\nBased on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Golden-Mayer motion picture URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/thalian-association-presents-legally-blonde/ LOCATION:Thalian Hall Main Stage\, 310 Chestnut Street\, Wilmington\, NC CATEGORIES:Dance,Events,Music,Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Legally-Blonde.png ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250409T164939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T164939Z UID:9946-1746903600-1746910800@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Silver Pride Cinema Festival: "Lavender Men" DESCRIPTION:Taffeta\, a contemporary queer person of color\, summons Abraham Lincoln to perform an elaborate historical fantasia within her own head — only to learn that she can’t hide from her own present-day demons in the shadows of someone else’s past. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/silver-pride-cinema-festival-lavender-men/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Film ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T180000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250409T164106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T164106Z UID:9939-1746892800-1746900000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Silver Pride Cinema Festival: "Dreams Deferred: The Sakia Gunn Film Project" DESCRIPTION:In 2003\, Sakia Gunn was fatally stabbed in a gay hate crime in Newark\, New Jersey. She was fifteen years old and called herself an Aggressive\, an homosexual woman of color who dresses in masculine attire but does not necessarily identify as either lesbian or female-to-male transgender. Dreams Deferred depicts the homophobia that caused her untimely death and questions the lack of national media coverage of the murder of a Black Gay youth. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/silver-pride-cinema-festival-dreams-deferred-the-sakia-gunn-film-project/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Film ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250409T163615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T163615Z UID:9934-1746883800-1746891000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Silver Pride Cinema Festival: Shorts Block DESCRIPTION:A compelling collection of LGBTQ shorts\, featuring: \nDérive- Guided by posthumous instructions to release her ex-wife’s ashes\, a reclusive book publisher embarks on a Surrealist odyssey (a dérive) across New York City\, experiencing a series of spontaneous connections along the way that inspire her to engage the world anew. \nOrder for Ben- Ben\, a trans man with a full and happy life\, agrees to meet his father for coffee after seven years of estrangement. Over the course of a year\, they attempt to find a way forward together as father and son. \nReclamation- Following a young trans man who embarks on a journey to tattoo over his top surgery scars\, this short documentary explores the power of community\, queer resilience\, and body adornment as gender-affirming care. \nSafety State- As rights are being rolled back and travel bans are going into effect\, Shay and Quincy decide to leave their home in Ohio and travel East to a safety state where it is safe and legal to be queer. They meet up with another couple\, Jacob and Michael\, so together they can pose as straight married couples. Quincy takes an instant dislike to her new “husband”\, Jacob\, as she resents depending on the men and pretending to be straight. As they face different threats on their journey\, they form an unlikely friendship. \nStud Country- Stud Country is the largest queer country western line dancing night in America\, continuing a little-known fifty-plus year tradition in Los Angeles. Despite its success and fiercely committed community\, due to gentrification\, the event is set to lose its venue. \nThe first Silver Pride Cinema Festival in Wilmington\, NC\, takes place on May 10\, 2025\, at Jengo’s Playhouse\, featuring four screenings\, including three feature films and a shorts block. Hosted by Silver Pride Circle of the Cape Fear\, the event aligns with the group’s mission to foster community and education for LGBTQ+ individuals over 50. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/silver-pride-cinema-festival-shorts-block/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Film ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250409T162834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T162834Z UID:9930-1746873000-1746878400@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Silver Pride Cinema Festival: "1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture" DESCRIPTION:Seeking to uncover the origins of the rabid homophobia of the conservative church\, a gay seminary scholar and a straight activist make a shocking discovery: In 1946 an erroneous translation of the term homosexual in the Bible that has been weaponized against the LGBTQIA+ community ever since. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/silver-pride-cinema-festival-1946-the-mistranslation-that-shifted-culture/ LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Events,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/1946.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250429T081948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T081948Z UID:10056-1746374400-1746378000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Robert W. Winston Memorial Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:Honoring longtime chapter member\, Robert Winston\, and partially funded by a generous bequest from his estate\, this annual concert features duo organists John Cummins and Michael Messina. Presented by the American Guild of Organists\, Wilmington\, NC Chapter\, and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/robert-w-winston-memorial-organ-concert/ LOCATION:St Paul’s Episcopal Church\, 16 North 16 Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Pink-White-Creative-Children-Music-Flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="American Guild of Organists - Wilmington%2C NC Chapter":MAILTO:chawk92@aol.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T170000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250313T184446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T184446Z UID:9828-1746374400-1746378000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestras Concert DESCRIPTION:MAY 4 @ 4:00 PM\nWilson Center @ CFCC\nWith the Youth Choir of Wilmington!\nChildren and Adult tickets are $10. \nFeaturing the Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra (grades 9-12) and the Wilmington Symphony Junior Strings (grades 6-8; 4-5 grades with consultation). Concert is sponsored by Bob King GMC and James E. Moore Insurance Agency. WSYO Season is sponsored by Varnam Strings. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wilmington-symphony-youth-orchestras-concert/ LOCATION:Wilson Center Cape Fear Community College\, 703 N 3rd St\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WSYO-MAY4GRAPHIC-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:development@wilmingtonsymphony.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20240909T125333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T125333Z UID:9215-1746370800-1746374400@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Wilmington Voices presents Considering Matthew Shepard DESCRIPTION:Wilmington Voices\, New Hanover County’s premiere professional choral ensemble\, connects diverse communities through high-quality choral music and outreach programming. Their upcoming production\, “Considering Matthew Shepard\,” is a poignant oratorio reflecting on Matthew Shepard’s life and legacy\, underscoring their commitment to social justice and emotional resonance. \nInspired by the 1998 murder of a young gay man in Wyoming\, Considering Matthew Shepard shares a message of compassion and understanding. This three-part fusion oratorio incorporates a variety of musical styles\, set to a wide range of poetic and soulful texts including passages from Matthew’s personal journal\, interviews and writings from his parents\, newspaper reports\, and more. \nWilmington Voices believes the powerful and collaborative art of choral singing is valuable to all communities; it contributes to our spiritual and cultural life while nourishing our relationships with others. A portion of every ticket sold will be donated to the Matthew Shepard Foundation to support their mission to amplify the story of Matthew Shepard to inspire individuals\, organizations\, and communities to embrace the dignity and equality of all people. URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wilmington-voices-presents-considering-matthew-shepard-2/ LOCATION:UNCW Kenan Auditorium\, 515 Wagoner Dr\, Wilmington\, NC 28403\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28036\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ILMVoices-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191741 CREATED:20250313T184044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T165017Z UID:9824-1746300600-1746306000@www.artswilmington.org SUMMARY:Errante: A Celebration Symphony DESCRIPTION:Steven Errante\, conductor\nFeaturing the Vanguard Voices\, G. Kevin Dewey\, director \nMay 3\, 2025\n7:30 PM | Wilson Center @ CFCC \nMozart: Don Giovanni Overture\nErrante: God is Our Shelter and Strength\nErrante: By The Rivers of Babylon\nErrante: A Celebration Symphony\nErrante: Sing to the Lord a New Song\nMahler: Symphony No. 3\, Finale \nJoin us after the concert in the Wilson Center lobby to celebrate Dr. Steven Errante’s final bow as WSO’s Music Director! URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/errante-a-celebration-symphony/ LOCATION:Wilson Center Cape Fear Community College\, 703 N 3rd St\, Wilmington\, 28401 CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.artswilmington.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/May-3-smaller-graphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:development@wilmingtonsymphony.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR