Performing Arts

Jordan-Matthews High School to present "Brigadoon" musical
[Mar. 12, 2013] A mysterious Scottish village that appears for one day every one-hundred years will come to life once again when Jordan-Matthews High School presents "Brigadoon," a musical with performances from March 21 to 23. By Chip Pate

Storytelling for grown ups at the Pittsboro General Store Café
[Jun. 15, 2011] Storytelling for Grown Ups will take place on Wednesday, June 22 from 7 pm to 9 pm at the General Store Café. The night will feature a variety of storytelling styles and stories from some of the area's finest storytellers for only $5. By Amy Barefoot

Time for the Northwood spring musical: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Mar. 24, 2011] The Northwood High School Arts Education department presents their annual spring musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, March 24-26 in the Northwood High School auditorium.
Also: Video: I speak six languages

Pittsboro Mardi Gras this Saturday
[Mar. 2, 2011] Chatham Marketplace and the Glitter Society proudly present the fouth annual Pittsboro Mardi Gras. Pittsboro’s annual Mardi Gras is held this year on Saturday, March 5 at historic Chatham Mills on 480 Hillsboro Street from 7:00pm until the stroke of midnight. By Chris Jude

Whoop it up at the Funky Fashion Show & Burrito Bash
[Feb. 21, 2011] Local leaders are storming the catwalk in fashions made from recycled materials for the second annual Raising the Roof: Funky Fashion Show & Burrito Bash, a benefit for Chatham Habitat for Humanity and Family Violence & Rape Crisis Services. The event will be held from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1 at the General Store Cafe in Pittsboro. By Bett Foley
Also: Chatham Habitat for Humanity
Also: Family Violence & Rape Crisis Services

ChathamArts upcoming events: Racial justice, gallery, new classes, and more
[Feb. 14, 2011] Are you an artist who wants to push the bounds of your imagination while also strengthening your local artist community? Here are some great local opportunities for you to push your artistic limits. By Molly Matlock

Sunday stories for grown ups at the Bynum General Store - on Friday
[Feb. 3, 2011] Although it’s called Sunday Stories for Grown Ups, Part 2 in the series is actually taking place this Friday, February 4 from 7 pm to 9 pm at the Bynum General Store. The first Sunday Stories for Grown Ups had standing room only so attendees are encouraged to get there early to grab a seat. This series features a variety of storytelling styles and stories from some of the area’s finest storytellers.

Storytelling at the Bynum General Store this Sunday
[Jan. 5, 2011] Just a reminder to bring your families and friends and join us for an evening of storytelling for grown ups at the Bynum General Store on Sunday, January 9 from 7 pm to 9 pm. You will have the opportunity to hear a variety of storytelling styles and stories from some of the areas finest.

Fearrington presents Mike Wiley's performance of Blood Done Sign My Name
[May 26, 2009] Fearrington is pleased to present Mike Wiley's performance of Blood Done Sign My Name, the acclaimed memoir by Tim Tyson, in The Fearrington Barn on Saturday and Sunday, July 11th and 12th, 2009. A gifted playwright and actor, Wiley expands cultural awareness for audiences of all ages through his dynamic portrayals based on pivotal moments in African-American history.

'Kudzu, A Southern Musical' is coming to Pittsboro
[Apr. 11, 2009] A beloved cartoon character - and all his colorful townsfolk - come to life when “Kudzu, A Southern Musical” opens at Chatham Mills April 24. Central Carolina Community College theater production students and community members fill the stage with the ups-and-downs of small Southern town life in a tuneful, happy show that has delighted audiences worldwide. By Kerstin Lindgren

Pittsboro General Store Café hosts an evening of theatre
[May 2, 2008] The Chatham County Arts Council is pleased to present a special performance of "The Shape of Things" by Neil LaBute, at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 7 at The General Store Café in Pittsboro. The play is produced, directed and preformed by students of The Department of Dramatic Art at the UNC through the support of The Carolina Student Arts Grant.

Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball to benefit Chatham and New Orleans
[Jan. 15, 2008] Shake off the winter blues and let the good times roll at Pittsboro's First Annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball sponsored by ChathamArts and the Abundance Foundation. The Big Easy style fun begins Saturday Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at historic Chatham Mills (480 Hillsboro Street). By Molly Matlock
Also: Chatham Arts

It's time for the Haw River Festival
[May 11, 2007] Celebrate the River and the Haw River Assembly's 25th Anniversary wtih music, art, the environment and fun for kids. There will be a silent art auction of Clyde Jones ducks, a native plant sale, nature walks, river monitoring and environmental booths, local artist booths and a chance to win a canoe! Kids can "Paint a Penguin" and take a guided canoe ride. Delicious food will be available for sale at the Ruritan Club.
Also: Haw River Assembly

CCCC Theatre students and Chatham Community Players present "Dreamland"
[Mar. 21, 2007] Ellen Bland, Drew Lasater and company are at it again with another promising theatrical production in historic Chatham Mills in Pittsboro. The same duo that staged the award-winning "Millworker" and "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" to critical acclaim and standing-room-only crowds, will present "Dreamland," Lasater's 1920's-based musical adaptation of Shakespeare's most popular romantic comedy, "Midsummer Night's Dream." By Leslie Palmer