Coming soon from Piedmont Players Theatre

— ‘Macbeth’ youth audition workshop

PPT’s “Macbeth” youth audition workshop will be held Saturday, Jan. 3 from 9 a.m. noon.

The cost is $40. Instructor Edward Whitney will work on effective audition techniques specifically geared towards PPT’s upcoming youth production of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth”.

Only 25 spots are available. To sign up call 704-633-5471. Held at the Norvell Theater, 135 E. Fisher St., www.PiedmontPlayers.com

— Youth auditions for ‘Macbeth’

Youth auditions for Piedmont Players Theatre’s “Macbeth” will be held Monday-Tuesday, Jan. 5 and 6 at 4 and 5 p.m. at the Norvell Theater, 135 E. Fisher St.

Only 25 spots per time slot. Auditions are by appointment only; call 704-633-5471 to sign up.

— Auditions for Tony Award-winning Musical ‘CATS’

Piedmont Players Theatre will hold auditions for the Tony Award-winning Musical ‘CATS’ Tuesday-Wednesday, Jan. 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. Held on the third floor of the Meroney Theater, 213 S. Main St.

Auditions are by appointment. To sign up call 704-633-5471. Walk-ups will only be seen if time and space permit. www.PiedmontPlayers.com

Piedmont Players Theatre, 213 S. Main St., 704- 633-5471 or www.piedmontplayers.com

 

The Stylistics and the Manhattans in W-S

WINSTON-SALEM — The Stylistics and the Manhattans with Gerald Alston will be in concert Saturday, Feb. 7 at 8 p.m.

Tickets are from $39.50 to $59.50. The concert is in Reynolds Auditorium, 301 N. Hawthorne Road.

The passing of “Blue” Lovett 

The Manhattans, with lead singer Gerald Alston, want all fans to be assured they will be appearing on Feb. 7 in Winston Salem.

This announcement follows the news of  the death of Winfred “Blue” Lovett, founding member and bass singer extraordinaire of the legendary vocal group The Manhattans. He was 74.

For a half century, Lovett’s songwriting and singing were integral parts of one of the most popular RandB groups in the world. His composition “Kiss and Say Goodbye,” introduced by his deep spoken word prologue, is still one of the most beloved soul songs ever. And while many fans knew of Lovett’s terrific vocal work, fewer knew of his impeccable songwriting instincts, often combining elements of love, loss and even infidelity into songs that moved the Manhattans to the A-List of vocal groups.

 

‘Drawing From Life’ lecture and demonstration with Mark Stephenson

Asheboro — Salisbury portrait artist Mark Stephenson will visit with the Randolph Arts Guild on Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

He will discuss his passion for creating life-like portraits based on observation and skill. This lecture event serves as the lead-up to his future figure drawing class which will also take place at the guild.

For the lecture Mark will include a demonstration of his ability by illustrating from life complete with a live model.

Attendees are encouraged to bring their own drawing materials including drawing boards and/or travel easels in order to work alongside Mark. Attendees do not have to draw to attend. This lecture costs $10. Payment and pre-registration must be received by Wednesday, Jan. 7.

The lecture will take place at the Randolph Arts Guild located at 123 Sunset Ave. in downtown Asheboro. For more information call 336- 629-0399.

 

U.S. Figure Skating Championships 

WINSTON-SALEM — The 2015 Prudential U.S. Figure Skating Championships will take place Jan. 17 through 25 at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex.

Tickets are available at Hanes Mall at Dash Sports Gifts.

The largest winter sport national championships in America, the 2015 U.S. Figure Skating Championships will crown 20 national champions and will feature America’s Olympians from the Sochi Winter Games that took place earlier this year.

Competitive events will take place over a span of nine days next month with multiple sessions each day. The Championships will conclude with an exhibition of champions from events throughout the week. A

For more information, a full schedule of events, and to purchase tickets, visit northcarolina2015.com/Tickets or through Ticketmaster.com

 

17th annual RiverRun Festival introduces new program for 2015

WINSTON-SALEM — RiverRun International Film Festival will include a North Carolina Shorts film program in the 2015 festival scheduled for April 16-26.

The NC Shorts program is an opportunity for student and professional filmmakers within North Carolina to have their films screened before audiences with an eye towards building a broader following.

Each NC Shorts program will be screened twice during the Festival.

The 17th Annual RiverRun Film Festival will be held on April 16-26, 2015, with screenings centered in downtown Winston-Salem and at the UNC School of the Arts. The schedule of films will be announced in late winter.

The 2014 Festival featured 144 films from 33 different countries with more than 12,000 tickets sold.