Fletcher Opera Theater
Justin Furstenfeld is the creative force behind Blue October, a multi-platinum band that has sold millions of albums and singles worldwide and garnered over a billion streams. Known for his poetic storytelling and emotional depth, Furstenfeld has written and recorded over 18 Top 40 hits, earning critical acclaim and a dedicated global following. Over the course of his career, he has recorded 16 studio albums: 13 with Blue October, 2 solo, and 1 with Harvard of the South, as well as two concert films, Argue With A Tree and Things We Do At Night and a documentary; Get Back Up.
For the past 15 years, Furstenfeld’s one-man shows, Open Book, have been celebrated for their transformative, heartfelt experiences. These performances combine acoustic renditions with deeply personal storytelling, offering fans an immersive look into his music and life. His reality-focused, unfiltered writing addresses the darker corners of life while finding hope and beauty, breaking down barriers between artist and audience. His new one-man show, I Laugh At Myself, focuses on his continuing journey from 2013 to the present, showcasing his ongoing transformation and dedication to becoming the best version of himself each day.
*Please note due to adult topics included in the show, the age restriction for this event is suggested to be 16+.
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Fletcher Opera Theater
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Memorial Auditorium
FEATURING LIVE MUSIC BY THE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF THE TRIANGLE
In a reflective homage to classical ballet, Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto unfolds from a tone of gentle introspection to a triumphant crescendo, showcasing the emotional resonance of the music.
“It harkens back to the origins of classical ballet that were whimsical, fantastical and most of all, grand.”
Also included in this program is George Balanchine’s Stravinsky Violin Concerto. Classical music enthusiasts will delight in an evening of concertos.
PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto by Zalman Raffael
Stravinsky Violin Concerto by George Balanchine
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Meymandi Concert Hall
North Carolina Symphony
Marie Jacquot, conductor
Marie-Ange Nguci, piano
Wagner: Tannhäuser Overture
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2
Saint-Saëns: Symphony 3, "Organ"
Hear the passionate melodies of the organ alongside the full forces of your North Carolina Symphony in a program that also features Liszt Piano Concerto No. 2 with exceptional guest pianist Marie-Ange Nguci, all with guest conductor Marie Jacquot.
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Fletcher Opera Theater
Don Quixote Ballet is famous for it’s romantic comedy!
Don Quixote romanticizes himself as a knight and passionately pursues a quest to restore chivalry.
The ballet is filled with humor, lush sets and costumes and energetic, impressive dancing!
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Memorial Auditorium
Experience Jim Henson’s original masterpiece Labyrinth like never before with “Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert!” Watch the full movie, as a live band performs in sync with David Bowie’s original vocals, playing the songs and score composed by Bowie and Trevor Jones. Feel the power of the music from the cult classic live!
Don’t miss this exceptional event that brings beloved characters, epic music, and breathtaking visuals from the Labyrinth universe to life in an exciting fusion of film and live music.
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Meymandi Concert Hall
Stavros Halkias is a comedian, actor, and writer originally from Baltimore, Maryland and currently based in Queens, New York. His latest special "Fat Rascal" is out now on Netflix. His debut special, “Live at the Lodge Room” reached a million views in its first four days and currently sits at over 6.4 million views. Last year, he was named to Vulture’s 2023 list of “Comedians You Should and Will Know,” and identified by GQ as “at the front of a new wave of comedians.” His podcast “Stavvy’s World” debuted at #3 on the iTunes comedy charts and garnered hundreds of thousands of subscribers in its first year. He’s a former co-host and founding member of the popular podcast “Cum Town,” which ran from 2016-2022 and he was recently featured in Steven Soderbergh’s sci-fi series “Command Z.” He’s set to lead his own feature in 2024, starring in the upcoming road-movie comedy “Let's Start a Cult”, which he co-wrote. Halkias is also an accomplished model, walking in Kid Super’s Paris fashion week show in 2023 where he was described by Vogue as “the plus-est of plus size models”. His goal is to get just famous enough to buy his mother a nice home and then quit show business to open a surf and turf restaurant in East Baltimore.
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Fletcher Opera Theater
“Their unique blend of traditional Irish folk music and contemporary sensibilities is testament to their ongoing dedication to preserving and innovating Irish folk music for a new generation of listeners.”
The 'Step It Out World Tour’ combines the infectious energy of the well-known song mixed with a lively celebration of music and dance! Expect an unforgettable night packed with hits, heartfelt harmonies, and the energetic spirit of Irish tradition.
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Entry Requirements
Memorial Auditorium
Please plan to arrive early.
This event will be a phone-free experience. Use of phones, smart watches and accessories, will not be permitted in the performance space.
Upon arrival at the venue, all phones, smart watches and accessories will be secured in individual Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event. Guests maintain possession of their devices at all times, and can access them throughout the event only in designated Phone Use Areas within the venue. All devices will be re-secured in Yondr pouches before returning to the performance space.
Anyone seen using a device (phone, smart watch or accessories) during the performance will be escorted out of the venue.
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Meymandi Concert Hall
North Carolina Symphony
Brass Transit
North America's number one Chicago tribute band, Brass Transit, has toured for over a decade—dazzling audiences with flawless performances of Chicago hits like “Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” and “You're the Inspiration.” Now, they're joining your North Carolina Symphony for one night only!
The band's show includes all the hits from Chicago's golden age. With a world-class horn section, a rocking rhythm section, and vocals stacked sky high, Brass Transit transports its audience back to the freewheeling days of the seventies.
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Meymandi Concert Hall
North Carolina Symphony
Brass Transit
North America's number one Chicago tribute band, Brass Transit, has toured for over a decade—dazzling audiences with flawless performances of Chicago hits like “Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” and “You're the Inspiration.” Now, they're joining your North Carolina Symphony for one night only!
The band's show includes all the hits from Chicago's golden age. With a world-class horn section, a rocking rhythm section, and vocals stacked sky high, Brass Transit transports its audience back to the freewheeling days of the seventies.
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Fletcher Opera Theater
Cary Ballet Company features the full-length ballet, Coppélia. This fable is a charming story about the dollmaker Dr. Coppélius and his creation, Coppélia. She is so beautiful, so lifelike as she sits in his window reading a book. No one will suspect she is a mechanical doll. Villager Franz is captivated by her beauty and wants to meet her. But his fiancée Swanhilda wants to show Franz who Coppélia really is. Swanhilda hatches a plan to reclaim his love to marry him after the ceremonial dedication of the town clock.
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Memorial Auditorium
Gillian Welch’s rich and remarkable career spans over twenty-five years, and she and her musical partner David Rawlings are a pillar of the modern acoustic music world. They have been hailed by Pitchfork as “modern masters of American folk” and “protectors of the American folk song” by Rolling Stone.
In celebration of the twenty year anniversary of the Welch-Rawlings partnership, the two launched an archival branch of Acony Records, entitled Boots, dedicated to releasing outtakes, demos, bootlegs, and live recordings from their copious vault. Thus far they have released five album’s worth of music with more on the way.
In 2018, Welch was the first musician to receive the Thomas Wolfe Prize for Literature. The award is bestowed by University of North Carolina Chapel Hill’s Department of English & Comparative Literature and recognizes contemporary writers with a distinguished body of work. 2019 saw Welch and Rawlings nominated for an Academy Award for “Best Original Song” where they performed their singing cowboy duet, written for the most recent Coen brothers’ film, live on the show. In 2020 the duo released All the Good Times, the first album under both their names, and won the GRAMMY for the Best Folk Album.
Recently, they were crowned with the Berklee American Masters Award and honored by Americana Music Association with a Lifetime Achievement for Songwriting.
Welch and Rawlings continue to tour the world in support of their music while simultaneously writing and lending their talents to countless fellow artists’ projects. They are continuously working to release their acclaimed catalog on phonograph records of the highest possible fidelity.
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Memorial Auditorium
The Blues is a musical storytelling filled with stark emotion and a revolving reality check. It's authentically raw; transforming tragedy adversity and heartache into a visceral and cathartic experience. This special night of emotive lyrics and guitar-driven accompaniment features performances by Tucka, Pokey Bear, West Love, J-Wonn, Theodis Ealey, and Live in the Flesh Band.
*This event was previously scheduled for February 21. Please email pac.info@raleighnc.gov with any questions regarding your tickets.
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Fletcher Opera Theater
Please join us for the 5th Annual Brighter Futures Through Music Event! This annual event honors the late Tom McGuire’s passion for music and his dedication to children’s welfare. Tom was committed to building a better world through his philanthropy.
Featured Artists John Brown and Ira David Wood III. Proceeds benefit Community Music School, whose mission is to enrich and inspire children through music instruction.
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Meymandi Concert Hall
North Carolina Symphony
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Alessio Bax, piano
Ravel: La valse
Falla: Nights in the Gardens of Spain
Albéniz: Selections from Suite Española
Stravinsky: The Firebird
Your North Carolina Symphony conducted by Music Director Carlos Miguel Prieto performs Stravinsky’s shimmering showpiece The Firebird. Plus, pianist Alessio Bax plays Nights in the Garden of Spain.
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Memorial Auditorium
Get ready for an exciting showcase of talent and creativity! DanceArt Studio proudly presents our 23rd Annual Dance Recital featuring dancers of all ages performing a variety of styles and genres. From high-energy routines to beautifully choreographed pieces this event is full of entertainment!
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Fletcher Opera Theater
PBS North Carolina Presents An Evening with Ken Burns
Secure your seat for this exclusive screening and panel discussion featuring acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and other esteemed panelists who will discuss North Carolina’s role in the American Revolution. To help support this and similar events from PBS North Carolina, tickets for this event are $70 per person.
PBS North Carolina proudly presents an evening with award-winning documentarian Ken Burns. Join us at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts for an exclusive advance screening of carefully curated clips from, THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein & David Schmidt. Following the screening, Ken Burns and local historians, Kathleen DuVal and Warren Milteer, Jr. will participate in a panel discussion about the film and North Carolina’s role in this tumultuous period.
With your contribution of $70.00 in support of PBS North Carolina events, you will receive one (1) ticket to this special event. Please note $70.00 is a tax-deductible contribution. Ticketmaster and venue fees are not tax-deductible. Tickets are also available at the box office.
Thank you for your support of PBS North Carolina!
We look forward to seeing you on May 15!
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Memorial Auditorium
FEATURING LIVE MUSIC BY THE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF THE TRIANGLE
Rekindle your passion for Swan Lake. This season’s production brings Swan Lake back to its roots, inspired by Marius Petipa’s original 1895 version and Tchaikovsky’s resonant score. The story, revolving around the tragic romance of Prince Siegfried and the swan princess Odette, reveals the universal dialogue between light and darkness, love and deception.
PROGRAM INCLUDES:
Swan Lake based on original choreography by Marius Petipa
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Fletcher Opera Theater
Join us for a special evening celebrating 100 years of Hazel Dickens, a pioneer in bluegrass and an inspiration to generations of women in traditional music. Grammy-nominated all-woman string band Della Mae will lead this tribute, joined by California bluegrass icon Laurie Lewis and by Alice Gerrard, Dickens’ partner in the landmark duo Hazel & Alice.
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