2009 Official Visitor & Dining Guide for Greensboro, North Carolina - (Page 10) entertainment, music & theater AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL An annual three-month countywide celebration of artistic accomplishments, achievements and culture of African Americans designed to present and promote various art forms for the enlightenment and entertainment of the general public. Jan.-Mar. Fee for some events. 200 N. Davie St. 336-333-6885. www.africanamericanatelier.org THE BARN DINNER THEATRE* Serving over 50,000 patrons annually at the oldest continually operating dinner theatre in America! Enjoy a traditional buffet and carving station followed by a live Broadway-style show. Performances year-round. Matinees: Sun. & Tues. Evenings: Thurs.-Sat. Wednesday performances occasionally. Admission fee. Group rates and corporate discounts available. Reservations required. 120 Stage Coach Tr. 336-292-2211 or 800-668-1764. www.barndinner.com BEL CANTO COMPANy* Italian for Beautiful Singing! Bel Canto Company is a choral ensemble of professional singers that presents exceptional, innovative, and engaging choral performances for diverse audiences. Artistic Director & Conductor Welborn young and the company present an annual concert series in Greensboro. Admission fee. 336-333-2220. www.belcantocompany.com THE BROACH THEATRE Downtown Greensboro’s longest running professional theatre offers a full season of theatre for both adults and children. Located in the former Salvation Army Building, The Broach is Greensboro’s answer to Off-Broadway. 520 S. Elm St. 336-378-9300. www.broachtheatre.org CAROLINA THEATRE* Built in 1927, the historic Carolina is one of Greensboro’s most revered landmarks. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, audience members experience the rich atmosphere and ambiance of another era while enjoying some of the top entertainment of today. Admission fee for most events. 310 S. Greene St. 336-333-2605. www.carolinatheatre.com COMMUNITy THEATRE OF GREENSBORO* Celebrating 60 years of presenting Broadway plays and musicals, CTG currently offers exciting theatrical seasons filled with smash musicals, hilarious comedies, and classic dramas. The classic “The Wizard of Oz” has become a Triad Thanksgiving tradition. Evening and matinee performances. Reservations suggested, but not required. Admission fee. Call in advance for group rates. 336-333-SHOW (7469). www.ctgso.org Admission fee for most events. June 27-Aug. 1, 2009. 336-333-7450 or 877-833-6753 (toll-free). www.EasternMusicFestival.org FUN FOURTH FESTIVAL Various events held June 27-28 and July 3 and 4 in downtown Greensboro and Jamieson Stadium at Grimsley High School. A community celebration of Independence Day includes the Freedom Run & Walk, Heritage Day at Blandwood, Kick-off Block Party, Street Festival and fireworks. Free. 336-274-4595. www.funfourthfestival.org GREENSBORO BALLET The Greensboro Ballet has been entertaining audiences for more than 28 years with both classic and contemporary works. Season performances include the holiday classic “The Nutcracker”. The School of Greensboro Ballet is the official training facility of Greensboro Ballet. 336-333-7480. www.greensboroballet.com GREENSBORO COLISEUM COMPLEx The complex hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including trade and consumer shows, conventions, concerts, family shows, arts and entertainment events, as well as professional, college and amateur sports. Admission fee for most events. Call for a full schedule of events. 1921 W. Lee St. 336-373-7474. www.greensborocoliseum.com EASTERN MUSIC FESTIVAL* Over 100 concerts and musicrelated events make this nationally recognized summer music festival one of NC’s most popular events. Concerts feature both orchestral and chamber music, international artists, plus a broad range of alternative music, from jazz and blues to acoustic and bluegrass. 10 www.VisitGreensboroNC.com *See discount coupons, inside back cover. http://www.EasternMusicFestival.org http://www.funfourthfestival.org http://www.africanamericanatelier.org http://www.ctgso.org http://www.barndinner.com http://www.greensboroballet.com http://www.greensborocoliseum.com http://www.belcantocompany.com http://www.broachtheatre.org http://www.carolinatheatre.com http://www.VisitGreensboroNC.com
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