Maestro Productions is presenting a pop-up drive-in movie theater on Saturday, August 8th, 2020, at 6 p.m. The movie is Evan Almighty and there will also be some material from local filmmakers. Tickets are $25 a car. The event will be at 404 Hunt Street in Durham, in the big parking lot next to Beer Durham. The event is a collaboration between Bull City Laughs and Beer Durham. In … [Read more...] about Pop-Up Drive-In Movie Theater in Durham: Evan Almighty
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North Carolina artists join together to create an album to benefit Cat’s Cradle
Music venues are experiencing some dire times right now. Shows aren't happening, but they still have the expenses of rent and other overhead costs. Even after they're able to start presenting shows again, they will be facing reduced revenue. Some of the most notable artists in North Carolina, across multiple genres, have joined together to help Cat's Cradle, the iconic music venue in Carrboro … [Read more...] about North Carolina artists join together to create an album to benefit Cat’s Cradle
Walmart is transforming parking lots into drive-in movie theaters
Starting in August, Walmart will be providing much-needed family entertainment by transforming parking lots in some of its store parking lots into contact-free drive-in movie theaters. You might also be interested in Raleigh Road Outdoor Theatre in Henderson. We don't know yet which Walmart stores will be hosting the movies, and if there will be any in the Triangle, but here's what we do … [Read more...] about Walmart is transforming parking lots into drive-in movie theaters
Stream Hamilton movie, with original Broadway cast, starting July 3
For Hamilton fans, the long awaited day has come. Disney Plus subscribers can watch the Hamilton movie starting July 3rd, 2020, at 3 a.m. Broadway shows have been canceled for the rest of 2020, sports are on hold, live music is almost non-existent, and new movie releases, in any setting, are hard to come by. So the release of the Hamilton movie is a bright light in an otherwise dim season for … [Read more...] about Stream Hamilton movie, with original Broadway cast, starting July 3
LEGO fans — head to The Brickworld Virtual LEGO Expo
In-person Brickworld conventions are on hold, but Brickworld is coming through with the Brickworld Virtual Con Fireworks on Saturday, June 27th, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 6 .m. Future Brickworld Virtual Conventions: Tickets are $9, or you can get a pass for all remaining shows for $22. Only 2,000 tickets are being released for each show, so register now. $1 from each ticket will be … [Read more...] about LEGO fans — head to The Brickworld Virtual LEGO Expo
Virtual Open Mic with Imurj
Imurj, at 300 South McDowell Street, Raleigh is a collaborative art and music space. Its 6,000 square foot underground space offers includes a cafe, bar, two stages, art studio, gallery, and production studio. Imurj hosts many free and low-cost events for the community. To see all upcoming events, visit Imurj's Facebook page. Here are a few free and cheap upcoming events: Virtual … [Read more...] about Virtual Open Mic with Imurj
Intergalactic Soulstice — a Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival presented by Ackland Art Museum
Ackland Art Museum is presenting Intergalactic Soulstice: A Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival from Friday, June 19th, to Sunday, June 21st, 2020. It will take place online and it's free to watch. Intergalactic Soulstice is a virtual Afrofuturist festival inspired by ART& Intergalactic Soul: Project LHAXX at the Ackland Art Museum. Puppeteer Jeghetto Performs 5P1N0K10 … [Read more...] about Intergalactic Soulstice — a Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival presented by Ackland Art Museum
Warner Bros. Streams ‘Just Mercy’ For Free in June
Based on a true story, Warner Bros. is making its film “Just Mercy” widely available at no cost. According to the studio, “We believe in the power of story. ‘Just Mercy’ is one resource we can offer to those who are interested in learning more about the systemic racism that plagues our society.” For the month of June, the film will be available to rent for FREE on digital platforms in the … [Read more...] about Warner Bros. Streams ‘Just Mercy’ For Free in June
Paramount Pictures Streams ‘Selma’ For Free in June
Paramount Pictures is making its film Selma widely available for streaming at no cost. According to the studio, “We hope this small gesture will encourage people throughout the country to examine our nation’s history and reflect on the ways that racial injustice has infected our society. The key message of the film is the importance of equality, dignity and justice for all people. Clearly, that … [Read more...] about Paramount Pictures Streams ‘Selma’ For Free in June
Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
To commemorate the resilient spirit of African Americans and to celebrate Juneteenth, #TheBounceBackRDU, a virtual storytelling event, will stream live on YouTube and Facebook, 7 pm, Friday, June 19, 2020. #TheBounceBackRDU features eight African Americans sharing stories about a time they fell down but didn’t stay down - they bounced back. The series is produced by Alexus Rhone, founder of … [Read more...] about Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
