The North Carolina Baroque Orchestra, directed by Frances Blaker, is presenting a concert called "Brilliant Concerti of the Baroque." Enjoy this concert of concertos featuring the musicians of NCBO soloing in Concerti by Bach, Vivaldi, Handel and Corelli. World renowned harpsichord virtuoso Elisabeth Wright performs Bach's Harpsichord Concerto in A Major, BWV 1055. The concert takes place … [Read more...] about Free Concert by North Carolina Baroque Orchestra April 6
Entertainment
Free Screenings at Full Frame April 3-6
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival takes place in Durham from April 3 to 6 p.m. In addition to the ticketed screenings, Full Frame is presenting four FREE screenings. Two of the free screenings require tickets, and two do not. The ApolloThursday, April 3, 202510:30 a.m.Carolina Theatre: Fletcher Hall309 W Morgan Street, Durham, NCFree, but ticket is required THE APOLLO chronicles the … [Read more...] about Free Screenings at Full Frame April 3-6
En Plein Air Paint-Off in downtown Fuquay-Varina April 4-5
En Plein Air Paint-Off is a free public art event in downtown Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Head downtown and watch artists compete in a contest of skills as they create original paintings of Fuquay-Varina's historic landscape. This is a free outdoor event. Then on April 5, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., there will be an artist reception and live art auction of paintings, at Fuquay-Varina Arts … [Read more...] about En Plein Air Paint-Off in downtown Fuquay-Varina April 4-5
Free concert with Servire and Ravenscroft High School Choir April 4
Servire is a vocal ensemble as well as a service as well as a service organization. All of its concerts are made possible through partnerships with local charities, offering a unique voice and call to action towards their mission. A portion of the proceeds from all of their projects goes towards the partnering organization. In addition to their performances, the group also makes an effort to do … [Read more...] about Free concert with Servire and Ravenscroft High School Choir April 4
American Coup: Wilmington 1898 Film Screening in Durham April 4
Join St. Philip’s, PBS North Carolina, and Working Films for a screening of American Coup: Wilmington 1898, a documentary about the deadly race massacre and insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898 – the only coup d’état in the history of the U.S. This is a free event taking place Friday, April 4, 2025, at 5 p.m., in the Parish Hall of St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 403 E Main … [Read more...] about American Coup: Wilmington 1898 Film Screening in Durham April 4
Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
Durham Parks and Recreation is presenting Rhythm & Reels, a free summer concert and movie series that takes place at some of Durham's parks. You may bring your own food or purchase from on-site vendors. Please bring your own picnic blanket or chair. No alcohol allowed. Rhythm and Reels Schedule Check back soon for the 2025 schedule. … [Read more...] about Rhythm and Reels — concert and movie series in Durham’s parks
Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
NC State LIVE is presenting the premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu's theatre work, Saints and Aints, at James B. Hunt Jr. Library, 1070 Partners Way, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This work will feature Ahanu's poetry, along with music and puppetry. Nationally recognized Triangle-based poet Dasan Ahanu will be in residence with NC State LIVE for the 2024-25 academic year. During his … [Read more...] about Premiere of Poet Dasan Ahanu’s “Saints & Aints” March 28 and 29 — features music and puppetry
Film at Fletcher Park – A League of their Own March 30
Celebrate Women's History Month by viewing A League of Their Own (1992) at the Fletcher Park Amphitheater, 920 Clay Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. It will take place Sunday, March 30, 2025, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. It's free to attend and all ages are welcome Bring lawn chairs, blankets and snacks. The movie will start at 7:30 p.m. This film about the first women’s professional baseball … [Read more...] about Film at Fletcher Park – A League of their Own March 30
Lecture — “Public Art & Protest in NC: A Tour of Murals” at Durham County Main Library April 8
Durham County Main Library, at 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a lecture, Public Art & Protest: A Tour of Murals in North Carolina on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sara Bell, a musician, folklorist and educator, will be the speaker. This is a free event, but please RSVP at the above link. Murals tell stories. Whether coded in the language of … [Read more...] about Lecture — “Public Art & Protest in NC: A Tour of Murals” at Durham County Main Library April 8
Photography Exhibit — Beyond the Surface Portraits of Discovery and Transformation by Kathleen Pace at Skylight Art Gallery in Hillsborough
Skylight Art Gallery, 102 W King Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is presenting a photography exhibit by Kathleen Price: Beyond the Surface -- Portraits of Discovery and Transformation. The opening reception will take place on Friday, March 28, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m., during Hillsborough's Last Friday Art Walk. An artist talk will take place on April 12, 2025, at 2 p.m. The exhibit … [Read more...] about Photography Exhibit — Beyond the Surface Portraits of Discovery and Transformation by Kathleen Pace at Skylight Art Gallery in Hillsborough
