Wine Tasting and Benefit Event at Ted’s Fun on the River!
Ted's Fun on the River 2 Castle Street, Wilmington, NC, United StatesWine Tasting & Benefit Event Sunday, February 11, 2018 4:30 – 7:00 pm Forward Motion Dance Company, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is having a wine tasting and fundraising event, with live music by Staghorn Starlings and Jarret Raymond, light appetizers, and a drawing for door prizes. Years past have proven this to be quite a fun event so don’t miss out! This year we are honored to have two musical guests! Staghorn Starlings are the husband and wife musical duo of Wilmington, NC natives Molly and Ozzie Darden. Rooted in country and folk music, this creative pair enjoys putting their unique spin on old and new favorites, and writing and performing original tunes that transcend decades. Whether in rowdy bar rooms, polite parlors, or in your backyard, Staghorn Starlings will have you tipping your hat and kicking up your boots to the beat of a bass drum and smooth harmonies! Also performing is Jarrett Raymond, one of the newest faces to hit the Wilmington Live and Local scene. Jarrett conducts a genuinely wonderful show to see and engage with, playing many familiar classic hits as well as original content. With a voice like Simba's father, Jarrett will echo through the streets and into ...
17th Annual Arts Sensation
Hannah Block Community Arts Center 120 South 2nd Street, Wilmington, United StatesA Benefit Performance for Cape Fear River Watch The 17th Annual ARTS SENSATION! A Benefit Performance for Cape Fear River Watch 7:30 p.m. April 28, 2018 Thalian Hall Main Stage 310 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 The 17th Annual Arts Sensation is cruising in for a lively and entertaining evening showcasing local talent for a music and dance spectacular to benefit Cape Fear River Watch, with a special presentation of Thalian Hall’s Thunder Roll. The music for this year’s show is from The Wilmington Big Band, and dance performances from local choreographers and dancers, including the captivating Company “T” Tap Dancers, who wow audiences every year with a vintage flair of tap dancing, and Kelly Hawes (Samra), who has been performing the art of belly dance in the Cape Fear region since 2001, with a joyful and entertaining style for all ages. Presenting original works are Tracey Varga from Forward Motion Dance Company and students from Dreams of Wilmington. A long-time favorite in the Cape Fear region, The Wilmington Big Band boasts superior talent with the area’s top musicians and vocalists and the perfect combination of sophistication, good times and timeless memories. Led by Jim and Laura McFayden, The Wilmington Big ...
Sunset Cocktail Party at The Penthouse
The Penthouse 2 North Front Street Suite 9, Wilmington, NC, United StatesLast year’s Sunset Cocktail Party Fundraiser at the Penthouse was such a success, we had to do it again! Plan to join us on Sunday, August 12 from 6 to 9 pm and revisit the fun you had last year while making new memories of a beautiful downtown Wilmington sunset. While enjoying this amazing view, sip on a Special Cocktail designed just for this event, which is a benefit to support our upcoming show, Cape Fear Arts in Motion: Eclectic Collection. The night will also feature other special cocktails for $9 and for only $25 per ticket. This exciting and beautiful event space in downtown Wilmington is a lovely intimate gathering place and offers a beautiful view of the sunset over the Cape Fear River. This year, as was last year, the evening is sure to be one to remember! The Penthouse is located on the corner of Front and Market Street, 2 North Front, Suite 9. Tickets are limited so be sure to contact a member of Forward Motion Dance Company to get yours today, or email dance@forwardmotiondance.org. Click here for a printable flyer!
Cape Fear Arts in Motion: Eclectic Collection
Hannah Block Community Arts Center 120 South 2nd Street, Wilmington, United StatesEclectic Collection Presented by Forward Motion Dance Company 7:30 pm September 14 and 15, 2018 Thalian Hall Main Stage 310 Chestnut Street Wilmington, NC 28401 Tickets are $20.00 general admission; $17.50 for seniors, students, military, children under 12, and NCDA members. Please call 910.632.2285 for ticket reservations. "Eclectic Collection" embraces music and dance from variety the styles, and from the past and present. A collaborative dance event, Forward Motion Dance Company's annual performance showcases the talents of Choreographer Tracey Varga. New dance works will be presented along with recreations of former dance performances, as well as a dance featuring local teen dancers, and a special presentation from a local guest choreographer. Check back to see what develops but as always, expect an inspired and exciting evening of music, film, visual arts, and modern, contemporary and jazz dance from choreographer Tracey Varga and Forward Motion Dance Company.
Cape Fear Arts in Motion: Eclectic Collection
Hannah Block Community Arts Center 120 South 2nd Street, Wilmington, United StatesEclectic Collection Presented by Forward Motion Dance Company 7:30 pm September 14 and 15, 2018 Thalian Hall Main Stage 310 Chestnut Street Wilmington, NC 28401 Tickets are $20.00 general admission; $17.50 for seniors, students, military, children under 12, and NCDA members. Please call 910.632.2285 for ticket reservations. "Eclectic Collection" embraces music and dance from variety the styles, and from the past and present. A collaborative dance event, Forward Motion Dance Company's annual performance showcases the talents of Choreographer Tracey Varga. New dance works will be presented along with recreations of former dance performances, as well as a dance featuring local teen dancers, and a special presentation from a local guest choreographer. Check back to see what develops but as always, expect an inspired and exciting evening of music, film, visual arts, and modern, contemporary and jazz dance from choreographer Tracey Varga and Forward Motion Dance Company.
Cape Fear Arts in Motion: Eclectic Collection
Hannah Block Community Arts Center 120 South 2nd Street, Wilmington, United StatesEclectic Collection Presented by Forward Motion Dance Company Forward Motion Dance Company celebrates dance with Thalian Hall’s 160th anniversary as an historic venue for theatre and dance since 1858. Rescheduled for one night only: October 12, 2018 at 7:30 pm Thalian Hall Main Stage 310 Chestnut Street Wilmington, NC 28401 Tickets are $20.00 general admission; $17.50 for seniors, students, military, children under 12, and NCDA members. Please call 910.632.2285 for ticket reservations. "Eclectic Collection" embraces music and dance from variety the styles, and from the past and present. A collaborative dance event, Forward Motion Dance Company's annual performance showcases the talents of Choreographer Tracey Varga. New dance works will be presented along with recreations of former dance performances, as well as a dance featuring local teen dancers, and a special presentation from a local guest choreographer. Featured guest choreographer Judy Greenhut revives "Steam Heat", a dance number from the original Broadway production of The Pajama Game using the show’s original choreography. Judy has had a long career in dancing, teaching, directing, and choreography for Broadway and television productions in New York before coming to Wilmington where she continued teaching dance, and directed and choreographed many shows for the Thalian Hall stage including Cabaret,Fiddler ...