Lots of Laughs and Bluegrass
This month the Rooster’s Wife lineup shows its totally serious appreciation of humor as well as music.
Friday, Feb. 3, Jeff Scroggins and Colorado, a high-energy five-piece bluegrass band, $20.
Friday, Feb. 10, Urban Soil , Dance Party! $10.
Sunday, Feb. 12, Rebecca & the Hi-Tones reunion! $15.
Friday, Feb. 17, Time Sawyer, $15.
Sunday, Feb. 19, Chris Jones and The Night Drivers, known for combining their distinctive music with a unique blend of dry wit and broad humor, $20.
Friday, Feb. 24, The Johnny Mac Comedy Show, $15.
Sunday, Feb. 26, Underhill Rose, a trio of female troubadours, accompanied by singer/song-writer Eric Taylor on his acoustic blues guitar, $20.
Doors open at 6 p.m. and music begins at 6:46 at the Poplar Knight Spot, 114 Knight St., Aberdeen. Call (910) 944-7502 or visit www.theroosterswife.org for more information and tickets.
A Poet’s Love
On Feb. 3, just in time for Valentine’s Day, tenor Timothy W. Sparks and pianist Deborah Lee Hollis evoke the highs and lows of romance from the perspective of a writer. This collection of songs covers a variety of musical styles from across Europe and explores every facet of a love affair, with selections from “To Julia” by Roger Quilter, “Poème d’un Jour” by Gabriel Fauré, “Petrarch” sonnets by Franz Liszt, and the complete “Dichterliebe” by Robert Schuman. The performance, which begins at 7 p.m., is sponsored by Ralph and Vivian Jacobson, who invite you to stay for a reception in the Great Room at Boyd House following the performance. Tickets are $10 for Weymouth Members and $20 for non-members. Weymouth Center for Arts and Humanities, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. For more information call (910) 692-6261 or visit weymouthcenter.org.
Dress up, Dine and Dance… and Bid
The Sandhills Classical Christian School is holding its 2nd annual Valentine’s Day Bowtie Ball on Feb. 10 at the Fair Barn. Elliott’s on Linden is catering the dinner and a string quartet will provide the music during cocktails. The evening also includes a silent and live auction managed by professional auctioneer Colonel Ben Farrell, special student performances, Champagne and sweets and, of course, dancing. A ticket of $125 per person includes a choice of entree, salad, dessert bar and beverage, as well as two drink tickets for cocktails. Beer, wine and Cham-pagne are complimentary. A portion of the ticket is tax deductible. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. The Fair Barn is located at 200 Beulah Road S. Pinehurst. For more information or to see items up for bidding, call (910) 690-6176 or visit www.sandhillsccs.org. Tickets can be purchased at https://portal11.bidpal.net/Portal/bpe299703/tickets/preview.html.
From Broadway with Love
On Feb. 10 and 11, Touching Humanity presents New York singers Jason Gotay and Elysia Jordan at The Hannah Center Theater at The O’Neal School. Tickets are $28 in advance and can be purchased at The Given Memorial Library, The Country Bookshop or online at www.touchinghumanityinc.org (plus $2 service charge); or $35 at the door. A portion of the proceeds benefits Friend to Friend, a Moore County nonprofit organization that helps victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking rebuild their lives. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. The Theater is located at 3300 Airport Road, Southern Pines. For more information, contact Michael Pizzi at sandhillsbroadway@gmail.com or call (347) 385-4207.
Penick Art Show and Auction
The 11th Annual Penick Art Show and Auction, held on Feb. 25 and 26 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Village House, features two local artists.
Evelyn Dempsey has studied drawing and painting with Denise Baker at Sandhills Community College and Jeffrey Mims of Southern Pines. Her still lifes, landscapes and portraits reflect her early interest in South Carolina artist Elizabeth O’Neill Verner and Classical Realism.
Potter Ben Owen III’s apprenticeship to his grandfather formed the basis of his work. With formal studies and international travel,
Owen has developed a unique style inspired from culture and nature.
A Ticketed Preview ($50) will be held Friday, Feb. 24, at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds are dedicated to the Penick Village Benevolent Assistance Fund. 500 E. Rhode Island Ave., Southern Pines. For information, contact Hunter Wortham at (910) 692-0492.
Under the Sea on Stage
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel is fascinated by the world above. When a handsome human prince falls overboard, she returns him to land, and falls overboard in love with him. Now she wants to live in his world, much to the distress of her father, the King, who has problems of his own with an evil sister threatening his rule. Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story and Disney’s animated film, The Little Mermaid is a legendary love story brought to life with delightful characters, stunning sets and irresistible songs such as “Under the Sea” and “Kiss the Girl.” Performances at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, and 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday through Feb. 12 at Cape Fear Regional Theatre, 1209 Hay St., Fayetteville. For tickets, call (910) 323-4233 or visit www.cfrt.org.
An Evening with Amadeus
On Feb. 1, just a few days and 251 years after the birth of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the North Carolina Symphony will be in Southern Pines to present “All Mozart.” The program includes the overture to “The Abduction from the Seraglio,” Violin Concerto No. 4, “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik” and Symphony No. 39. On the violin will be Jinjoo Cho, a young performer who has won numerous international awards for her technical skills and captivated audiences around the world with her vibrant musical personality. With the charismatic Grant Llewellyn conducting, this promises to be a memorable celebration of one of the most beloved composers of all time. The performance begins at 8 p.m., at Lee Auditorium, Pinecrest High School, 250 Voit Gilmore Lane, Southern Pines. Call for ticket prices and additional information: (910) 692-6554.
A Rising Cellist Star
On Feb. 6, The Arts Council of Moore County present cellist Cicely Parnas in the third performance of the 2016–17 Classical Concert Series. Parnas, now in her early 20s, started playing the cello at the age of 4, made her concerto debut at 11, and in 2012 won the Young Concert Artists International Auditions. She has performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and with numerous orchestras. The performance begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30. Start your evening with a pre-concert dinner at Wolcott’s for $37/pp (tax and tip included). Reserve for dinner by Feb. 2 by calling The Arts Council (910) 692-2787. The performance will be at the Sunrise Theater, 250 NW Broad St., Southern Pines. For more information, call (910) 692-8501 or visit sunrisetheater.com.
Raise the Roof
One of the Sunrise Theater’s most popular and enduring events, returns for its 16th edition on Saturday, February 18, at 7:30 PM at the storied venue. As always, it will spotlight an array of local talent with acts that will appeal to people of all ages and tastes.
For more information, call (910) 692-8501 or
visit sunrisetheater.com
