Jonathan Richman with Tommy Larkins
Earl & Rhoda Wynn Theater NC“Rhymes worthy of Ogden Nash.” – The New York Times
“Rhymes worthy of Ogden Nash.” – The New York Times
The South’s longest-running improvisational group begins its 40th -anniversary season Oct. 14 at The ArtsCenter with Funk of Your Soul and a new name. Known as Transactors since 1983, the company will now be called Actors Improv Theater.
“It’s been a year and a half away from the stage. I’ve missed the noise, the sweat, and seeing your smiling faces. I’m fully vaccinated, and I hope you are too, because this Fall will be a punk rock party with the band — and the solo shows will be loud and proud as well. It’s time to make up lost time, reconnect, and celebrate together with live music!”
Shot on location at The ArtsCenter, The Fog tells a rollicking tale of a fictional theater company through the eyes of one of its founders. Del Stone leads the audience through the highs and lows of his San Francisco band of merrymakers, from the struggling early days of the mid-seventies, to their glorious ascension, to today. Directed by Paul Newell Written by Mark Cornell
Wild Mind Improv Show for ALL Ages HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR SHOW Costumes encouraged! Saturday, Oct 29, 6 pm Delicious, Delightful, Nutritious entertainment for the kids, the grands and everyone in between! Join us for this very special all spooooky Halloween celebration improv cast featuring Director Anoo Tree Brod, Dylan Grewen & Juliet Kaplan
Dar is celebrating the release of “How to Write a Song that Matters” with afternoon songwriting workshops! There will be breakdowns of her songs, song critiques (as many as time allows), and a discussion of ways to keep inspiring ourselves, our peers, and our communities, musical and otherwise.
Recognized as an author, educator and urban-planning expert, Williams is also penning a new book, Writing a Song That Matters, based on her popular songwriting retreats.
The collective ensemble of Jeff Cosgrove/drums, Ivo Perelman/saxophone, and Matthew Shipp/piano showcase improvisation and spontaneous composition of the highest magnitude.
No Shame Theatre is returning to The ArtsCenter! No Shame is an open performance venue for original and compelling works of theatre. Writers, directors, actors, dancers, musicians — anything goes in under 5 minutes: Comedy sketches, dramatic monologues, songs, dance pieces, rants, dadaist constructions, magicians, juggling, puppets and things that we’re not even sure exist yet. No Shame is a chance to experience 15 works of art that you’ve never seen before and may never see again! It’s entertaining, it’s fun and it’s like nothing else in Carrboro!
Recommended for fans of: Last of the Mohicans soundtrack (that's Alasdair!)
Angela Winter creates experimental, ritual, and ambient music for thresholds, where synths, keys, and strings meet otherworldly vocals, shimmering drones, and overtones. Her music has been described as “beautifully haunting” (Bandcamp Daily), “stunning” (Foxy Digitalis), and “spellbinding” (Lost and Found Sounds).
A founding member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops, multi-instrumentalist Dom Flemons is an expert player on the banjo, fife, guitar, harmonica, jug, percussion, quills, and rhythm bones, and a music scholar with a repertoire that covers over 100 years of American traditional music.
Actors Improv presents, The Seeking Season, this year’s incarnation of the company’s annual holiday musical. This two-act improvised play follows six characters in the Big City as they try to find something: the perfect gift, meaning, a rekindled spark, a lost loved one, success—whatever the audience suggests. Guest actors Parker Bach and Hailey Brown join company regulars Greg Hohn (director), Bart Hubbard, Dana Marks, and Steve Scott. Piano accompanist Glenn Mehrbach will team with guest musicians.
It’s the time of year again, the Holiday Circle Show is back, including all your favorite Circle musicians. This year, we have something extra SPECIAL. We’ll be filming the show live as part of a UNCW Documentary about the Circle shows. Come be part of musical history! Click BUY TICKETS to learn more.
No Shame Theatre is returning to The ArtsCenter! No Shame is an open performance venue for original and compelling works of theatre. Writers, directors, actors, dancers, musicians — anything goes in under 5 minutes: Comedy sketches, dramatic monologues, songs, dance pieces, rants, dadaist constructions, magicians, juggling, puppets and things that we’re not even sure exist yet. No Shame is a chance to experience 15 works of art that you’ve never seen before and may never see again! It’s entertaining, it’s fun and it’s like nothing else in Carrboro!
Appropriate for all Ages. Saturday Dec 17th, 6pm Delicious, Delightful, Nutritious entertainment for the kids, the grands and everyone in between! Join us for this very special Holiday improv celebration. Cast features: Director Anoo Tree Brod, Dylan Grewen & Dan Sipp. Whether you are flying solo or can't wait to get the family out of the house during the Holiday season, this show is perfect for all ages who are craving some wholesome laughter and inspiration.
Luna’s Magic Flute is certain to delight the young and old with a musical fairy tale for flutes, piano, storytelling, and puppetry. In this family-friendly program, the audience is taken on a journey with Luna as she encounters a galloping pony, swimming turtle, and other creatures including a fierce dragon! First showing is 3-4pm , Second Showing is 5-6pm. Masks Required.
The Other Half, A world premiere play written and directed by Mark Cornell, Starring Kelly McDaniel and Ryan McDaniel. Winner of the Charles Getchell Award, The Other Half tells the story of Michelle, a tough, but damaged young woman trying to find her place between identical twins Luke and John. Set in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains in Placerville, California, The Other Half is a love story about rivalry, passion, heartbreak, and bonds that can never be broken. Produced by Full Nelson Theater
The Other Half, A world premiere play written and directed by Mark Cornell. Starring Kelly McDaniel and Ryan McDaniel. Winner of the Charles Getchell Award, The Other Half tells the story of Michelle, a tough, but damaged young woman trying to find her place between identical twins Luke and John. Set in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains in Placerville, California, The Other Half is a love story about rivalry, passion, heartbreak, and bonds that can never be broken. Produced by Full Nelson Theater
The Other Half, A world premiere play written and directed by Mark Cornell. Starring Kelly McDaniel and Ryan McDaniel Winner of the Charles Getchell Award, The Other Half tells the story of Michelle, a tough, but damaged young woman trying to find her place between identical twins Luke and John. Set in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains in Placerville, California, The Other Half is a love story about rivalry, passion, heartbreak, and bonds that can never be broken. Produced by Full Nelson Theater